Vault Pulse Smart Access Control with 3D Face Recognition for Electric Strike Doors
The Vault Pulse is a wall-mounted smart access controller for doors fitted with an electric or magnetic strike. It combines 3D facial recognition with fingerprint, PIN code, RFID card and Bluetooth app access in a rugged aluminium-frame keypad, and releases the strike to unlock the door.
Pulse is a wired 12V system. It connects to a power supply, the electric strike, an exit button and an optional doorbell, and operates on the Vault Smart Locks app over Bluetooth 5.0, available for iOS
and Android
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It suits gates, office entries, common doors and access points where a self-contained reader controls a strike rather than a battery door lock. For the same wired access-control format, see the Vault Arena and Vault Edge; for a self-contained face-recognition door lockset, see the Vault Guardian.
Estimated warehouse dispatch is 3 business days.
Facial Recognition Access
Pulse includes 3D facial recognition for fast, touch-free entry, alongside fingerprint, PIN, RFID card and Bluetooth app control.
3D structured-light recognition captures depth rather than a flat image. For a plain-English explanation of why 3D differs from a 2D camera, see Chapter 06 - 2D vs 3D facial recognition.
Confirm the exact product revision and installation suitability before purchase.
The Pulse reader is IP66 rated, offering strong protection against dust and heavy water jets, which suits many covered outdoor entries and gates. Position the reader out of sustained direct weather where possible. See the IP ratings guide, and for salt-air positions our notes on coastal environments.
Key Features
- Wall-mounted smart access controller for electric-strike and magnetic-strike doors.
- 3D facial recognition plus fingerprint, PIN code, RFID card and Bluetooth app unlock.
- Rugged aluminium-frame keypad, IP66 rated.
- Wired 12V system with exit button, optional doorbell and optional Bluetooth remote control.
- High capacities: 1000 cards, 100 fingerprints, 100 faces.
- Fast 1.5 second unlocking time; Bluetooth 5.0.
- Optional Wi-Fi remote access via the Vault G5 Gateway.
What's in the Box
- Access control host x1
- Mounting plate x1
- Screws (4 + 1)
- Hex screwdriver x1
Installation and System Arrangement
Pulse is the access controller in a wired system. A 12V power supply feeds the controller, which drives the electric or magnetic strike on the door, with an exit button to release the door from inside and an optional doorbell and Bluetooth remote control.
Because Pulse is a wired 12V system driving a strike, it should be installed by a qualified installer. On the Gold Coast we offer a site survey and installation service.
Power, Wiring and System Requirements
- Power supply: 12V DC (separate supply required)
- Operating current: 1A; standby current: 15mA
- Drives an electric or magnetic strike (fail-safe or fail-secure per your strike and installation)
- Supports an exit button (to release the door from inside) and an optional doorbell
- Optional Bluetooth remote control
- Connects over Bluetooth 5.0 to the Vault Smart Locks app (Android 4.3 / iOS 7.0 and above)
The power supply, strike, exit button and cabling are specified for your door and are wired separately.
Suitable Uses
- Office, studio and commercial entries with an electric or magnetic strike
- Gates and common-area doors in apartments and complexes
- Staff or tenant access points needing many cards and fast entry
- Doors where a wired reader and strike suit the installation better than a battery door lock
- Covered outdoor entries where the IP66 reader gets weather protection
Access Methods
Compare credential types in the access methods comparison.
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Wi-Fi Remote Access (Optional)
Pulse is controlled over Bluetooth from the Vault Smart Locks app as standard. Bluetooth control works when you are near the reader and needs no internet connection.
Adding the optional Vault G5 Gateway bridges the system to your Wi-Fi so you can manage users and view records remotely. For how a gateway works and whether you need one, see what a gateway does and the note on 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and band steering, or the blog on whether you need a gateway at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Pulse is a wall-mounted access-control reader that unlocks the door by releasing an electric or magnetic strike. It is not a battery door lock. For a self-contained face-recognition lockset, see the Vault Guardian.
Pulse runs on a 12V DC supply, which is wired in during installation along with the strike and exit button. It is not battery powered.
Pulse uses 3D structured-light face recognition, which captures depth rather than a flat image. See 2D vs 3D facial recognition.
Up to 1000 cards, 100 fingerprints and 100 faces, which suits offices and shared entries with many users.
Yes, with the optional Vault G5 Gateway. Without the gateway it is managed locally over Bluetooth. See Wi-Fi and remote access.
Additional Information
Pulse controls a strike, so the strike type (fail-safe vs fail-secure), power supply, exit button and any emergency egress must be planned for your door and local requirements. A qualified installer should confirm the arrangement. See our installation service.
3D recognition is convenient but should be enrolled carefully and paired with a PIN or card as a backup. For how face recognition performs, its privacy considerations and liveness detection, see liveness detection and the privacy notes.
Pulse is one of Vault's access-control readers for electric-strike doors, alongside the Arena and Edge. If your door instead suits a self-contained lockset, see the face-recognition Guardian. See the full Vault range guide and the Vault brand profile.
Vault Smart Locks products purchased in Australia are covered against defects in materials and workmanship under normal residential or commercial use for:
- Standard range: 12 months from the date of purchase
- Select Signature Range models: 24 months (as stated on the product listing or packaging)
Returns & Warranty|View Vault Warranty Policy
This warranty operates in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
Vault Pulse - What's In The Box
Typical Installation Arrangement
Vault Pulse - Product Brochure
Vault Pulse - PDF Files
Vault Warranty
Vault Smart Locks products are backed by a manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal residential or commercial use. All claims are handled locally by Terry's Tradies Pty Ltd and its associated websites, trading names, and subsidiaries - start with us and we'll manage the process with Vault on your behalf.
Warranty Summary
How to Make a Claim
- Contact Terry's Gold Coast Smart Locks through the Returns & Warranty page above, with your proof of purchase (invoice or receipt).
- Have your product model and serial number (if applicable) ready, along with a brief description of the fault and your installation address.
- We assess your claim with Vault and advise the outcome and next steps. You may be asked to return the product for inspection.
What This Warranty Does Not Cover
- Normal wear and tear.
- Cosmetic damage that does not affect performance.
- Damage caused by incorrect installation, misuse, neglect, modification, or accident.
- Damage due to improper handling, or installation by an unlicensed technician.
- Products that have been disassembled, tampered with, or where the security seal or warranty label has been removed.
- Battery leakage or failure, or damage caused by incorrect battery usage.
- Environmental or weather damage caused by use outside recommended operating conditions.
- Labour, installation, or removal costs associated with replacing or reinstalling products.
- Work performed before warranty approval or assessment.
Important Notes
Where a Vault product carries an Ingress Protection (IP) rating, that rating is stated on the individual product listing, packaging or technical documentation. Unless stated otherwise in writing, the IP rating applies only to the external-facing side of the lock - not to the internal assembly, handle, battery compartment, electronics, cables or connectors. The internal side must be installed in a dry, sheltered position. An IP rating describes water resistance, not waterproofing: the lock must not be submerged, pressure washed, or exposed beyond its stated rating, and all seals, gaskets and covers must be correctly fitted and undamaged.
Vault's manufacturer policy applies a warranty assessment holding fee, which is refundable if the fault is found to be covered under warranty. If a product is assessed as outside warranty or damaged by an excluded cause, a discounted replacement may be offered. We will confirm any applicable fees and options with you before any assessment proceeds.
This warranty is provided in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the ACL. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure, and to have goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
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