Access Station Pro Installation
A guide to AF64 installation, including an overview of placement, mounting, wiring, and LED behavior.
For detailed wiring diagrams and installation instructions, refer to the Verkada AF64 (Access Station Pro) Install Guide.
Determine placement and mount
Before you begin installation, determine the optimal placement for the AF64 near your door. Several factors impact both installation requirements and the Face Unlock user experience: surface, height, angle, and lighting.
When deploying multiple AF64s, avoid positioning the devices to face each other directly.
Surface
Consider the surface the AF64 will be mounted to. The most common installation locations are:
Directly on a wall
On a junction box
On a mullion
For installation steps and mounting guidance, refer to the ACC-AF-MUL-1 (AF64 Mullion Mount) Install Guide.
Height
Ensure mounting placement complies with local building codes and regulations.
For optimal performance, mount the device at the recommended height to ensure accurate Face Unlock detection and clear coverage of doorways.
Mount the device approximately 60 inches (1.5 m) above the ground for optimal Face Unlock performance and doorway context visibility.
If mounting at a lower height (44–48 inches), use the AF64 Up Angle Mount (ACC-AF-UP-1) to tilt the camera’s field of view upward.
For installation steps and mounting guidance, refer to the ACC-AF-UP-1 (AF64 Upward Angle Mount) Install Guide.
Angle
Consider the direction users will typically approach the door. Positioning the AF64 to face users directly helps create the most seamless Face Unlock experience.
In some scenarios, a side angle mount may be beneficial. The side angle mount accessory rotates the device toward the user's approach path.
For more information, see the ACC-AF-SIDE-1 (AF64 Side Angle Mount) Install Guide.
Lighting
Surrounding lighting conditions can significantly affect Face Unlock speed and consistency. The AF64 is designed to operate in a wide range of environments, but avoid installation in the following lighting scenarios when possible:
Direct sunlight on the AF64
Strong backlight or shadows
Choose door wiring architecture
Determine which wiring architecture you will use to enable the AF64 to unlock your door. There are two primary installation options:
AF64 as the access controller: The AF64 directly controls the door hardware and unlock relay.
AF64 paired with a separate Verkada Access Controller: The AF64 communicates with a Verkada Access Controller, and the controller controls the door.
The AF64 can communicate with the Verkada controller in two ways:
Over LAN (both devices must be on the same network)
Over RS-485 (hardwired connection)
Communication precedence is as follows:
RS-485
LAN
Cloud fallback
For detailed wiring diagrams and installation requirements, refer to the Verkada AF64 (Access Station Pro) Install Guide.
Install the Access Station Pro
After you have determined device placement, mounting option, and wiring architecture, install the AF64 on the wall.
For detailed, step-by-step instructions on the physical installation process, refer to the Verkada AF64 (Access Station Pro) Install Guide.
LED behavior
The AF64 includes two LED indicator areas that provide insight into the device's current status:
Status LED: A single small LED located above the camera that indicates the device's network connectivity state.
Door Status LED Array: A set of nine LEDs below the camera that display the current door and access state.
For more detailed information on LED patterns and device behavior, refer to the Verkada AF64 (Access Station Pro) Install Guide.
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