Support for Essential Smart Station DSE5i

Programming Tips!

• Your code can be a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 digits. We recommend a code 6 to 8 digits in length. Avoid easy-to-guess digits such as 1234, 1111, 2222, etc. Two keys cannot be pressed simultaneously.
• Programming a new code will overwrite your previous code.
• Default master code is 1-2-3-4 on the keypad.

1. Open the safe. Press and hold the ‘1’ key and “Right Program Button” together (located inside the safe) for 3 seconds until all keys light up RED and let go.

2. Enter your NEW master code.

3. Immediately press and hold the ‘1’ key and “Right Program Button” together a second time for 3 seconds until all keys light up RED and let go.

4. Enter your NEW master code a second time.

5. Immediately press and hold ‘1’ key and “Right Program Button” together a third time for 3 seconds until the keypad flashes GREEN and let go. This indicates the master code has been programmed.

This safe is capable of storing fingerprint data for up to 20 unique authorized users. The 1st and 2nd fingerprints will be recognized as administrative fingerprints and will be used to authorize additional users 3 to 20.

Each fingerprint requires 3 registration scans to be enrolled into the safe.

• Place the core of the fingerprint flat over the center of the scanner.
• Rotate your finger slightly between registration scans to store print variations for increased accuracy.

1. Open the safe. Program the 1st fingerprint by pressing and holding the ‘2’ key and “Right Program Button” together for 3 seconds. The LED ring around the scanner will turn solid RED and the ‘1’ key will start blinking RED.

2. Using the programming tips below place your finger on the fingerprint scanner for the 1st of 3 scans. When the safe beeps and the ‘1’ key lights up GREEN remove your finger.

3. Rotate your finger position and place your finger on the scanner again. You will repeat this process until all keys are solid GREEN.

1. Repeat the above steps to add the 2nd administrative fingerprint.

If the LED around the scanner is YELLOW then refer to programming additional prints 3 to 20.

Helpful Programming Tips

1. Open the safe. Press and hold the ‘2’ key and “Right Program Button” together for 3 seconds. The LED ring around the scanner will turn solid YELLOW indicating you need to scan one of the admin prints to authorize the additional print. Scan the admin print.

2. Using the tips below place the new finger on the scanner for the 1st of 3 scans. When the safe beeps and the ‘1’ key lights up GREEN remove your finger. Repeat until all keys are solid GREEN.

1. Press and hold the “Left Program Button” (located inside the safe) until the hours on the clock start flashing. You can now set the hours.

2. Tap the “Left Program Button” to toggle through the hours.

3. Once you set the right hour wait until the minutes start flashing to begin setting the minutes.

4. Tap the “Left Program Button” to toggle through the minutes.

5. Once your preferred setting is set, wait a few seconds until the display stops flashing. This confirms that the time has been saved.

1. Press and hold keys ‘2’ and ‘4’ together to toggle between a 12 hour standard clock and 24 hour military clock.

This safe needs to be plugged in for normal function of the clock and charging ports. These features will disable in the event the safe is unplugged to preserve battery power.

This safe has backup power via two AAA Alkaline batteries (not included) and provides power for about 9 months. Do not use rechargeable batteries. Alkaline batteries only.

Do not use rechargeable batteries. Two AAA Alkaline batteries batteries only.

Triggers an audible alert if the door remains open for over 10 minutes. You can disable this feature by pressing and holding keys ‘3’ ‘4’ and the “Right Program Button” together for 3 seconds. The keypad will flash GREEN indicating enabled or RED indicating disabled.

If enabled the safe requires input of the master code and enrolled fingerprint or vice versa to open the safe. This mode requires that at least one fingerprint be programmed in the safe and the master code is set. Press and hold the ‘4’ key and “Right Program Button” together for 3 seconds.

If enabled and someone opens the safe by picking the lock the keypad will start flashing and beep for 10 seconds. To clear the alarm you must enter the master code, scan an authorized fingerprint, or use the backup keys. Press and hold keys ‘2’ and ‘3’ “Right Program Button” together for 3 seconds.

Press and hold keys ‘1’ and ‘4’ together for 3 seconds. The screen will turn off when unplugged.

Set the pitch of the sound to either Low, Medium, High, or OFF. Press and hold keys ‘1’ and ‘3’ together. The keypad will flash RED indicating OFF or flash GREEN indicating Low, Medium, and High.

The screen will indicate tampering. You can also press and hold keys ‘2’ and ‘3’ together. The ‘1’ key will light up RED indicating tampering or GREEN indicating no tampering detected.

This will remove all fingerprints enrolled into the safe. Press and hold the ‘3’ key and “Right Program Button” together for 3 seconds then enter the master code.

The Factory Reset erases all programmed information and restores the safe to its default settings. This includes resetting the master code to 1-2-3-4. Before you perform a Factory Reset make sure the safe is plugged in. Open the safe using the included key and leave the key turned all the way in the clockwise position. Then press and hold “Left Program Button” and “Right Program Button” together until the keypad flashes GREEN and the safe restarts.

DSE5i Smart Station is built from rugged 16-gauge steel, offering durable protection. It features an interior locking system that keeps the safe securely locked, even under force or impact, ensuring your valuables remain in place. The included steel security can secure the safe to a stationary object.

This Smart Station safe needs to be plugged in continuously for normal function including the use of the charging ports and two AAA batteries need to be installed for backup power.

In the event of a power outage, backup batteries will provide power for about 9 months for quick access to the safe.

Vaultek’s DSE5i Smart Station safe offers rapid access via Biometric Scanner, Smart Sense™ Keypad, and Backup Manual Keys (two included).

Biometric Scanner: Can store up to 20 fingerprints.

Smart Sense™ Keypad: The master code can be 4 to 8 digits in length.

Backup Keys: Two keys are supplied. They are used to open the safe and will be needed to perform important functions such as factory reset.

(2) USB + (2) USB-C ports on back of the safe for charging.

DSE5i Smart Station has an LED display that provides visual feedback for the safe including tampering and clock.

DSE5i Smart Station ViSN safe can be tethered in place using the included steel security cable.

DSE5i Smart Station safes can be mounted to a fixed object using the optional mounting plate sold separately.