HID DigitalPersona U4500 Fingerprint Reader

The HID DigitalPersona U4500 Fingerprint Reader is a compact and rugged fingerprint scanner designed for superior biometric performance. Featuring a 512 dpi high-resolution optical sensor and hardened glass platen, it ensures accurate capture of fingerprint data—even with difficult skin conditions.

With USB 2.0 plug-and-play support, red/blue LED feedback, and AES image encryption, the U4500 offers secure, seamless integration into Windows-based systems and third-party SDKs. Its durable metal casing and high ESD resistance make it ideal for both office desktops and self-service kiosks in security-critical environments.

Here are the very detailed specifications for the HID DigitalPersona U4500 fingerprint reader

📦 Product Name

HID DigitalPersona U4500 Fingerprint Reader

🧰 Sensor and Imaging

• Sensor Type: Optical fingerprint sensor
• Image Resolution: 512 dpi (approx. 500 pixels per inch)
• Image Size: 252 x 324 pixels
• Image Data Format: 8-bit grayscale (256 levels of grey)
• Platen Area (Glass Surface): 14.6 mm (W) x 18.1 mm (L)
• Capture Window Surface: Non-coated, hardened glass
• Capture Feedback: Red LED flash during capture; blue ambient glow when idle

🧲 Electrical & Interface

• Interface: USB 2.0 Full-Speed (backward compatible with USB 1.1)
• Connector Type: USB Type-A
• Power Supply: USB bus-powered (5 VDC ±5%)
• Power Consumption:
  • Scanning: < 100 mA
  • Idle: ~120 mA
  • Suspend: < 0.5 mA

🖥️ HID DigitalPersona U4500 Software & OS Support

• Operating Systems:
  • Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, 11
  • Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019
• Software Development Kits (SDKs):
  • DigitalPersona SDKs (One Touch for Windows, FingerJet FX)
  • Supports 3rd-party biometric SDKs: Neurotechnology VeriFinger, MegaMatcher
• WHQL Certified Drivers: Yes
• Encryption: AES encrypted fingerprint image transfers (if supported by SDK)

🧱 Mechanical and Physical

• Dimensions: 65 mm (L) × 36 mm (W) × 15.56 mm (H)
• Weight: Approx. 105 grams
• Casing Material: Nickel-plated durable metal frame
• Design: Ergonomic, compact, no moving parts

🌡️ Environmental Conditions

• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
• Storage Temperature: –10 °C to 60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)
• Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% non-condensing
• Storage Humidity: 20% to 90% non-condensing
• Electrostatic Discharge (ESD): >15 kV, per IEC 61000-4-2 standard

📜 Certifications & Compliance

• Certifications:
  • FCC Class B
  • CE
  • ICES
  • BSMI
  • MIC
  • RoHS compliant
  • USB Certified
  • Microsoft WHQL certified
• Safety Standards: UL, cUL, TUV, CSA, and EN60950 compliance
• Environmental Compliance: RoHS and WEEE Directive

📋 Meta Description

HID DigitalPersona U4500 fingerprint reader with 512 dpi optical sensor, durable metal frame, USB 2.0 interface, blue/red LED feedback, and AES encryption. Compatible with Windows & biometric SDKs for secure ID authentication.

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