AI-Key - Ubiquiti UniFi Edge AI Key Appliance for UniFi Protect
Description
Description
The Ubiquiti UniFi AI Key (SKU: AI-Key) is a compact Edge AI appliance that enhances any UniFi Protect deployment with proactive, AI-driven threat detection and alerting. Capable of analysing up to 1,800 smart detection events per hour, it adds detailed classifications to your camera events and lets you find footage using natural language search, rather than scrolling through hours of recordings.
Housed in a durable aluminium alloy enclosure, the AI Key is powered over PoE++ through a single Gigabit Ethernet connection and includes a 1.3" touchscreen for at-a-glance monitoring. With 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory and 256 GB of on-board SSD storage, it delivers dependable on-site AI processing for your UniFi Protect system.
Key Features
- Edge AI appliance that enhances UniFi Protect with proactive AI-driven threat detection and alerting
- Analyses up to 1,800 smart detection events per hour
- Natural language search to quickly find camera events using simple, descriptive phrases instead of manual filtering
- Advanced computer vision and layered contextual detection for richer event classification
- Scalable, on-demand AI that lets you add further AI Key units as your deployment grows
- Arm Cortex-A78AE v8.2 processor with 16 GB LPDDR5 memory and 256 GB SSD storage
- (1) GbE RJ45 port with PoE++ power (50-57V supported voltage range, 45W maximum power consumption)
- 1.3" touchscreen LCM display and factory reset button
- Compact desktop form factor: 134.2 x 131.2 x 33.7 mm and 635 g
- Aluminium alloy enclosure with ESD/EMP protection (air: ±12kV, contact: ±8kV)
- Operating temperature of -5 to 40°C and humidity of 5 to 95% non-condensing
- NDAA compliant; certified FCC, IC and CE
Ideal for: installers, IT managers, businesses and security-conscious homeowners running UniFi Protect who want smarter detections, faster footage search and scalable on-site AI without relying on manual review.
Compatible Products
UniFi Protect - The AI Key is managed through the UniFi Protect application.
AI Key Rack Mount (UACC-AI-Key-RM) - A 1U rack-mount accessory that supports up to three AI Keys.
Universal Table Stand - A weighted stand with an adjustable clamp that keeps non-rack UniFi devices upright on flat surfaces.
AI Port - Ubiquiti's AI appliance that enhances any UniFi or third-party camera with AI detection, classification and recognition capabilities.
FAQs
How many smart detection events can the AI Key analyse?
The AI Key can analyse up to 1,800 smart detection events per hour.
How is the AI Key powered?
It is powered via PoE++ through its single GbE RJ45 port, with a maximum power consumption of 45W.
Can I rack mount the AI Key?
Yes. The AI Key Rack Mount is a 1U accessory that supports up to three AI Keys.
Is the AI Key NDAA compliant?
Yes. The AI Key is listed as NDAA compliant and carries FCC, IC and CE certifications.
What can I do with natural language search?
You can quickly find camera events by typing simple, descriptive phrases instead of using manual filtering.
Does AI Key provide equal benefit to all Protect camera models?
AI Key only works as well as the data provided from the cameras. Protect AI series cameras offer longer-range, higher-quality smart detections giving AI Key a larger range of coverage. Any event not recognized as a smart detection by the camera will not be processed by AI Key.
Speech transcription is only available with Protect AI series cameras that support speech smart detections.
How accurate is AI Key Natural Language Search?
AI Key natural language search is ideal for locating specific detections using simple phrases like "FedEx truck" or "person walking a dog." It works best with concise queries related to people and vehicles. Only detections processed by the AI Key are included in the results. The models used by AI Key provide improved functionality, but they might occasionally return inaccurate results. Over time these models will be optimized to improve their accuracy and add additional features.
Does AI Key integrate with Alarm Manager?
Yes, AI Key integrates with Alarm Manager. Up to five natural language search queries can be configured to trigger alarms when matches occur above the selected confidence threshold.
How does AI Key process Smart Detections?
AI Key processes smart detections in the order received via an internal queue.
- Queue Limit: 200 events (excess detections are discarded).
- Recommendation: Use additional AI Keys or reduce paired cameras if the queue is frequently overloaded.
How long does AI Key take to process Detections?
The time to return results depends on queue length. A full queue can delay processing up to 15 minutes.
How many cameras can AI Key support?
AI Key can pair with an unlimited number of cameras, but it has a processing capacity of 1,000 smart detections per hour.
What types of cameras are compatible with AI Key?
AI Key pairs with all Protect cameras that support smart detections, including:
- G4 Series
- G5 Series
- G6 Series
- AI Series
- Cameras connected via AI Port
How does Face and License Plate Recognition work with AI Key?
AI Key adds face and license plate recognition for Protect G4/G5 cameras, with a higher capacity than AI Port. However, AI Port offers real-time processing, while AI Key's results depend on queue length.
How many AI Keys do I need for my environment?
Each AI Key can process up to 1,000 smart detections per hour. For high-traffic environments or setups with many active cameras, additional AI Keys can prevent queue overloads and maintain optimal performance. There is no limit to the number of AI Keys connected to one console.
Specifications19 specifications · 2 sections
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 134.2 x 131.2 x 33.7 mm / (5.3 x 5.2 x 1.3") |
| Networking Interface | (1) GbE RJ45 port |
| Form Factor | Compact desktop |
| Compute Capacity | 1,800 smart detections / hour |
| Management Application | UniFi Protect |
| Hardware | |
| Max. Power Consumption | 45W |
| Power Method | PoE++ |
| Supported Voltage Range | 50–57V |
| Processor | Arm® Cortex®-A78AE v8.2 |
| Memory | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| On-board Storage | 256 GB SSD |
| Management | Ethernet |
| Display | (1) 1.3" touchscreen |
| Weight | 635 g (1.4 lb) |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminium alloy |
| Button | (1) Factory reset |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | -5 to 40° C (23 to 104° F) |
| Ambient Operating Humidity | 5 to 95% noncondensing |
| Certifications | FCC, IC, CE |
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