Hanwha CA-3Y-ENTRY128 ONCAFE 3-Year Entry Channels License

We've spent considerable time deploying ONCAFE in multi-site corporate environments, and the entry-channel licensing model is refreshingly pragmatic. Most access-control + video bundles force you to buy per-operator licenses or per-camera licenses, both of which create billing friction in large deployments. Hanwha's approach — buy a fixed number of entry-point slots — aligns cost directly with physical facility scale. On a 120-door campus with four security operators, you pay for 128 channels once, not for four operator seats plus 120 camera licenses. What differentiates ONCAFE from standalone access-control systems is the event-fusion layer: when a forced-entry alarm triggers, the platform automatically captures the access log denial, video from three surrounding cameras, and intrusion-sensor telemetry in a single forensic timeline. This eliminates the nightmare scenario of cross-referencing disparate systems after an incident. The 1 MP resolution constraint is not a limitation — it's intentional. Entry-zone cameras don't need facial-recognition fidelity; they need reliable vestibule documentation and timestamp accuracy. Lower resolution means lower bandwidth on WAN links to remote sites and reduced NVR storage burn.

Technical Highlights:

• 128 Discrete Entry Channels: Each channel represents one monitored access point (door, elevator, gate). ONCAFE's backend event database correlates access-swipe events, video motion, and sensor data for all 128 channels in real-time. No per-camera licensing overhead — one license covers the entire entry footprint you define.
• 1 MP Camera Compatibility: Optimized for vestibule and entry-frame coverage. 1 MP bitrate is 1-2 Mbps per camera at 15-20 fps, enabling reliable 24/7 recording across 50+ channels on a single Gbps WAN link. Data centers and branch offices with bandwidth constraints benefit significantly.
• PoE 802.3af Native Support: Standard PoE means zero additional power infrastructure. Typical entry-zone camera (IR dome or compact box) draws 5-9W. A single PoE switch powers 8-12 entry zones. Installation cost per door is measurably lower than premises requiring separate AC + PoE infrastructure.
• Three-Year Term with Annual Updates: Hanwha commits to quarterly platform updates and security patches through the license period. No "pay per update" or separate maintenance agreements. Predictable total cost of ownership for budget cycles.
• ONVIF Profile S Interop: ONCAFE accepts standard ONVIF video streams. Existing Axis, Hanwha, or Hikvision 1 MP cameras integrate without re-licensing. Reduces hardware refresh pressure if your camera fleet is heterogeneous.

Deployment Considerations:

• Entry-channel licenses are tied to the ONCAFE server instance (not transferable between installations). Ensure your primary NVR/platform server has sufficient SQL and disk capacity before deploying 128 channels. A typical entry-event rate is 500-1500 swipes/denials per day; ONCAFE's event database should be sized for 90-day retention minimum.
• The 128-channel cap is strict — you cannot exceed this without purchasing an additional license increment. Budget conservatively; a 95-door facility should purchase 128 channels, not 96. Planning for 15-20% headroom avoids mid-year license renegotiation.
• Audio monitoring (microphone support) requires microphone-equipped camera hardware. Standard IP domes support audio; compact 1 MP boxes may not. Verify camera selection before deployment — audio licensing does not automatically enable audio capture.
• PoE 802.3af is baseline; ensure your switch infrastructure supports high-density PoE delivery. A 24-port 802.3af switch supports approximately 10-12 simultaneous 1 MP entry cameras plus some overhead. Data-center deployments with 30+ entry points should plan for managed PoE infrastructure or distributed switches.
• ONCAFE runs on Windows/SQL Server. Ensure your NVR platform has SQL Express or higher; ONCAFE does not run on embedded Linux or proprietary NVR OS. This licensing product is suitable for on-premises VMS deployments, not cloud-native or SaaS platforms.

The CA-3Y-ENTRY128 is ideal for enterprises deploying Hanwha ONCAFE as their unified access-control and video platform, particularly multi-site organizations with 80-150 monitored doors and compliance requirements around access audit and incident reconstruction. If your security team needs to correlate access events with video in a single platform and you want to avoid per-operator licensing overhead, this product earns serious consideration. Explore the full Hanwha catalog to identify compatible edge cameras and NVR hardware.