Intercoms and doorbell systems are integral parts of security systems that protect residential properties and enterprises.
Intercoms and doorbell systems are integral parts of security systems that protect residential properties and enterprises. For a long time, there has been no particular advancements in the systems, using simple telephone service (POTS) and usually not integrated with other products.
Then, over the years, customer demand for more integrated approaches to security and technology advancements rose; which has driven the systems to evolve to IP. Video recording and smartphone monitoring are now two key features of intercom systems because of IP.
a&s has compiled a selection of products – a new generation of IP intercoms and doorbell systems.
ButterflyMX cloud-based intercom
ButterflyMX was built from the ground up with developers, property managers and residents in mind. The cloud-based intercom has a weatherproof touch screen housing that integrates seamlessly with existing PMS systems. Instead of expensive legacy systems with significant hardware and installation costs, ButtflyMX replaces in-unit hardware with tenant smart phone technology – a cost-saving tool for builders and developers. It also offers a host of security focused features, including a database of door release events with a time/date stamp and picture of every visitor let in via the system. The building management tools are simple and easy to use, which allows property managers and residents to track activity and feel an extra level of comfort.
Key Features:
- Visitors and tenants interact via the proprietary intercom, regardless of whether the tenant is upstairs or around the world
- Visitors can leave detailed voice and text messages for tenants directly from the ButterflyMX platform
- Send virtual keys to guests or anyone who needs authorized access to the building, which automatically expires and can be calendared for repeat visitors (coming soon)
- ButterflyMX’s front entrance touch screen has the same easy to navigate scrolling contact directory as a smartphone
- Designed to work with land line and mobile phones as well as the mobile app
Castel Xellip PAD IP VIDEO-CLAV-P audio video intercom
The PAD IP VIDEO-CLAV-P audio video intercom uses a single network cable for managing audio, video, data and station power supply (PoE). The use of SIP protocol (RFC3261
standard) and the most common audio and video codec (G711, G722, GSM, H.263, H.263+, H.264) ensure openness to other systems. The intercom provides total intercommunication between different stations over an IP network using the SIP protocol via a direct SIP link – standalone – or through an SIP Castel server or an IPBX.
Key Features:
- IP audio video access intercom compliant with disability regulations
- Audio video intercommunication
- Remote control release
- Audio conferencing, group calls, general calls
- Time programming by profile (call and directory)
- Audio video backup
GoControl GC-DBC-1 smart Wi-Fi doorbell camera
The GoControl smart doorbell camera is a weather-proof video doorbell. Users can see or speak with anyone at the door securely from the smartphone app. The doorbell camera is sealed and hard-wired, which makes it highly durable and low maintenance, designed to last the life of the user’s system. With advanced motion detection, the GoControl smart doorbell camera can alert the presence of visitors before the doorbell is rung.
Key Features:
- Multiple users and devices can receive alerts
- Two-way conversation from smartphone
- Record snapshots and video to phone
- Motion detection notification
- Night vision supported
- Activity log of events/alerts
2N Helios IP Verso IP intercom
The 2N Helios IP Verso is a security intercom that that works in environments from -40 to 60 degrees Celsius, and can endure sudden changes in weather. Communication between individual intercoms and the LAN network is secured using the 802.1x protocol and thanks to a closed OS, the intercom is resistant to attacks by hackers. The freedom to select functionalities, the degree of security and durability are the main building block for demanding customers.
Key Features:
- Touchscreen with a structured contact list
- HD camera with infrared light and night vision
- Integration with third-party video surveillance systems with ONVIF support
- 13.56 MHz smart card reader with NFC support
- Programmable scripts for actions and reactions
- Connectable external IP camera