Hanwha Vision OnCAFE: Cloud-Based Access Control for Modern Enterprises

Product Profile

OnCAFE from Hanwha Vision is a fully cloud-based access control platform designed for organizations of all sizes. It enables secure, scalable, and centralized management of physical access across single or multiple sites, without requiring on-premise bridge hardware.

Key Features

  • Real-time Monitoring: Unified dashboard for viewing system activity, responding to alarms, and monitoring doors.
  • Direct-to-Cloud Connectivity: Controllers connect straight to the cloud, eliminating local servers.
  • Flexible Deployment: Supports Hanwha Vision IP Controllers, Azure Intelligent Controllers, Wavelynx readers, and OSDP-compatible devices.
  • Advanced Configuration: Visual door and elevator setup (up to 128 floors) with real-time layout tools.
  • Mobile Credential Management: Issue and revoke credentials directly in OnCAFE; supports Wavelynx MyPass, Apple Wallet, and Google Wallet.
  • Unified Identity Management: Manage cardholder and user permissions from a single screen.
  • Automation & AI Scheduling: “If-and-then” logic, custom I/O groups, and natural-language scheduling enhance control.
  • VMS Integration: Seamlessly connects with Hanwha Vision’s WAVE VMS and OnCloud Camera-to-Cloud platforms.

Hardware Ecosystem

OnCAFE supports a full range of access control hardware, including:

  • Hanwha Vision IP Controllers and expansion panels
  • Intelligent controllers and credential readers (multiple formats)
  • Secure enclosure kits for simplified installation

Security & Compliance

  • OSDP Verified: AES-128 encryption, tamper detection, firmware updates
  • ONVIF Profile A & C: Ensures interoperability with third-party devices
  • PoE++ Support: Powers lock hardware without extra power devices
  • UL-listed & Fire-Alarm Ready
  • Backed by a 5-year warranty

Benefits for Enterprises

OnCAFE reduces on-site infrastructure, centralizes credential and access management, and scales effortlessly across multiple locations. Its open-standards design ensures interoperability and long-term flexibility, ideal for organizations prioritizing secure, cloud-first access control.

Typical Use Cases

  • Multi-site enterprises needing centralized management
  • Facilities with elevators and high floor counts
  • Deployments using mobile credentials
  • Sites requiring video + access integration
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Technical Specification

Make Hanwha Vision
Manufacturer Hanwha Vision Europe (formerly Hanwha Techwin Europe)
Category Access control products >Access control software
Model code OnCAFE
Reader Types: Card
Communication: Direct-to-cloud communications
Elevator Control: 1
Integration: Integrate video and access using OnCloud or Wave
Additional info
  • Highly scalable: No constraints of on-premises servers, just add the controllers needed
  • Ease of Installation: Multiple power options, flexible inputs and outputs, with simple deployment options
  • Cybersecurity: Secure platform and solution while maintaining a nonproprietary stance
  • Single Provider: From video to access control, Hanwha Vision has options to keep you covered
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