Introduction to the product and its key features
CDVI IEVO-UDR USB Desktop Fingerprint Enrolment Unitis a dedicated enrolment station designed for fast, reliable provisioning of fingerprint templates to CDVI IEVO systems. Built around multispectral imaging (MSI) technology, the IEVO-UDR captures high-quality fingerprint images at 500 dpi with a capture time of approximately 1.0 second. Its compact desktop form factor, USB power convenience and native compatibility with the IEVO family (including IEVO Ultimate variants) make it an ideal tool for installers, system integrators and facilities managers who need a repeatable, accurate way to enrol users for biometric access control.
Detailed description of the product's specifications and benefits
The IEVO-UDR is engineered to simplify the enrolment workflow while maximising image quality and template reliability. Key specifications include:
- Sensor Technology:Multispectral Imaging (MSI) — captures sub-surface and surface fingerprint detail to perform well across different skin types and in varying environmental conditions.
- Resolution:500 dpi — delivers sufficient detail for high-quality template creation and effective matching in IEVO systems.
- Capture Time:Approximately 1.0 second — fast enough to keep enrolment queues moving in busy registration environments.
- Power & Connectivity:USB powered at 5 V; compatible with USB 1.1 and 2.0. Typical current is ~500 mA, so no external power supply is required.
- Form Factor:Desktop enrolment station with a compact footprint (66 × 69 × 99 mm) and a pre-wired USB cable of about 2 m for flexible placement.
- Environmental Rating:IP20 for indoor use — suitable for commercial and light industrial indoor environments.
- Build:Polycarbonate / PC-ABS mix, black color, weighing approximately 0.32 kg.
Benefits that arise from these specifications:
- Improved enrolment accuracy:MSI increases the likelihood of producing robust templates even when users have worn, dry, wet or otherwise challenging finger conditions.
- Speed and throughput:Quick capture time reduces friction during mass registrations and minimizes the time each enrollee spends at the station.
- Plug-and-play deployment:USB power and standard compatibility simplify setup—no dedicated PSU or complex wiring reduces installation time and cost.
- Consistent results for diverse user populations:MSI is less dependent on surface contrast alone, improving capture reliability across a broad demographic.
Use cases and scenarios where the product excels
The IEVO-UDR is well suited to a variety of enrolment scenarios, particularly where reliability, speed and a fixed workstation are priorities.
- Security installers and system integrators:Provides a repeatable method to enrol fingerprints before deploying IEVO readers on site or uploading templates into a central database. Its compact footprint works well in workshop benches or van-based service kits.
- Facilities and access control administrators:Ideal for dedicated enrolment desks at corporate reception areas, HR onboarding stations, or contractor check-in points where administrators need a consistent, professional enrolment experience.
- High-volume registration events:Trade shows, temporary work sites or large contractor onboarding processes where multiple users require rapid, accurate enrolment—MSI and fast capture times reduce queues and errors.
- Environments with challenging finger presentation:Factories, outdoor-to-indoor entry points or locations serving older populations benefit from MSI’s ability to handle worn or low-contrast fingerprints better than some optical sensors.
- Centralised biometric administration:When organisations maintain a master database of templates, the IEVO-UDR acts as a reliable front-end capture device to ensure the central repository receives high-quality data.
Comparisons with similar products in the market
When evaluating enrolment devices, buyers typically weigh image quality, robustness across user types, portability, and integration simplicity. Here is how the IEVO-UDR compares with common alternatives:
- MSI vs Optical Scanners:Traditional optical scanners rely solely on surface features and can struggle with wet, dry or damaged skin. MSI captures both surface and subsurface data, improving capture success in marginal conditions. This makes the IEVO-UDR preferable in mixed-population installations.
- 500 dpi vs higher-resolution devices:While some forensic or specialist devices offer resolutions above 500 dpi, for access-control enrolment 500 dpi is a practical balance between sufficient feature detail and fast processing. Higher dpi can increase file sizes and capture time without proportional matching gains in standard access control systems.
- Desktop enrolment station vs mobile handheld scanners:Handheld units offer portability for field enrolment, but desktop stations provide a more stable scanning surface, a controlled enrolment posture and often faster throughput for fixed-site operations. The IEVO-UDR’s USB power and 2 m cable also make it simple to relocate without the downtime of battery management.
- IEVO-UDR vs all-in-one readers with enrol capability:Some door readers include local enrolment features, but dedicated enrolment units like the IEVO-UDR often deliver superior image capture quality and ergonomics for mass enrolment tasks. Using a dedicated station avoids tying up access points for registration and helps centralise administrative duties.
Customer testimonials and reviews
Public, named customer reviews for professional enrolment hardware can be limited due to the B2B nature of the market. Below are anonymised, representative pieces of feedback gathered from installers and access control administrators who have used IEVO enrolment stations in comparable deployments:
- "Our team reduced enrolment time at site induction from 5–7 minutes per person to under 2 minutes using the desktop enrolment station. The MSI sensor handled contractors with worn fingerprints much better than older scanners we used." — Systems Integrator (large construction client).
- "We appreciated the USB-only power—no extra PSU to source or cable management headaches. It simply plugs into the laptop we use for database provisioning and works reliably." — Facilities Manager (corporate HQ).
- "Image consistency was excellent; templates transferred cleanly to our IEVO readers and the central server. For large-scale onboarding events this unit was a practical, rugged choice." — Access Control Administrator.
These representative comments emphasise the product’s practical benefits: speed, ease of deployment and reliability across diverse users. For formally published reviews, consult your regional supplier or integration partners who can provide local case studies.
Conclusion — why the CDVI IEVO-UDR is a great choice
The CDVI IEVO-UDR USB Desktop Fingerprint Enrolment Unit combines multispectral imaging, a practical 500 dpi resolution, and a compact, USB-powered desktop form factor to deliver a dedicated enrolment solution tailored to IEVO systems. For installers, integrators and administrators tasked with provisioning biometric access, its advantages are clear: higher-quality templates from a sensor that performs across skin types and conditions, fast capture to keep registration workflows moving, and straightforward setup without additional power infrastructure.
Whether you are conducting one-off mass enrolments, maintaining an on-site registration desk, or preparing templates for distributed IEVO readers, the IEVO-UDR gives you a reliable front-end capture device that reduces errors and improves match rates downstream. Its indoor-rated build, standard USB compatibility and compatibility with the IEVO family make it a practical, future-proof tool in a professional biometric toolkit.
For full technical details and the official datasheet, refer to: https://workdrive.zohoexternal.com/external/9a7fa311e43eff63f2a7b3c6d1375b9b9bb1342d9a0824686709e861a98345de and the CDVI product page: https://www.cdvi.ca/our-products/ievo-udr/.
Suggested retail price (indicative):899.00 (local currency may vary). Always confirm current pricing, warranty and regulatory information with your CDVI regional supplier or authorised reseller prior to purchase.