Top 10 intercoms and video intercoms

The best in our ranking of inexpensive intercom, Tsifral CCD-2094.1 is designed for installation at the entrances of apartment buildings, office buildings and industrial sites. Up to 200 subscribers can be serviced (although in this case two switches are required). Cast metal panel has good anti-vandal functions. The intercom is equipped with a built-in key reader and its own controller for processing signals from them. It is possible to turn off or connect the subscriber to the communication line using software.

The lock can be opened with a digital key. Each entry or call of the subscriber is accompanied by a sound signal, the volume of the signal and the sensitivity of the microphone can be adjusted to your liking. The device works at any temperature.

As a rule, residents of apartment buildings have to expand the capabilities of an installed intercom system individually. Meanwhile, there are a sufficient number of solutions with high flexibility and scalability, as well as significantly superior to their single-member competitors in terms of overall security. One of the best relatively inexpensive video door phones of this type is considered to be the Commax Gate View System. The whole of it consists of a large number of components, and the video monitors of the CAV line are responsible for organizing the communication with the transfer of the picture in it.

Selection of the most appropriate model will not make much effort. In the company catalog there are offers with different screen diagonal, touch or push-button controls, completed with a handset or suggesting an exceptionally speakerphone. In our opinion, the recommended model has an optimal configuration: an audio tube and a 5-inch display. In addition to communication with the access block, the device is able to provide control at the entrance to the apartment, and also allows the tenant, if necessary, to seek help from the concierge. Among the advantages of an intercom is the ability to connect wireless video tubes.

Model Commax CDV-35A with the ability to connect two call tubes with two cameras belongs to the category of "color video intercoms." LED-backlight and TFT-matrix 3.5-inch screen provide a rich and clear picture.

CDV-35A makes it possible to perfectly see the visitor (the sound during a conversation is also quite clear). If you need to switch to another camera, you just need to click again on the image viewing button.

The display operates in the on state for 10 to 60 seconds. It is possible to adjust the contrast, color saturation and volume of the signal.

The ability to take photos of the staircase or record video clips provided by the KCV-A374SD video intercom allows the landlord to identify “after-hour” visitors or evaluate their potential threat to their safety in retrospect. To do this, simply insert a larger memory card into the slot of the device and enable the absence on the intercom. The function is triggered by a call signal or a command from a motion detector, so suspicious activity in front of your door will not be left without its attention either. The model allows working with two calling panels or cameras, easily integrates into any intercom system and provides for connection of an additional monitor and audio tube.

An important advantage of the KCV-A374SD is the ability to understand both video standards (PAL and NTSC), so that compatibility with the vast majority of cameras is guaranteed. The main condition for obtaining high-quality images - they must have a resolution of 420 TVL and above. Finally, a certain part of the buyers will be attracted by the original design of the case and the ability of the device to turn into a pretty photo frame.

A significant drawback of the model lies in the small range of sensitivity settings of the motion sensor, which can cause false positives.

A feature of this model is the simultaneous viewing of images from four cameras at once, each of which can be deployed to the entire 10-inch screen at any time. In addition, for a programmed motion detector, it is possible to indicate areas of increased attention, which increases the “vigilance” of the intercom and at the same time reduces the number of false alarms. Individual recording is also provided for each camera, and the SL-10IP model can work with almost any analog CCTV module of PAL or NTSC standard. The same applies to the calling panels.

With control, everything is no less solid: manual, with the help of an IR remote control and remote. For the implementation of the latter option, the device is equipped with an Ethernet port and a Wi-Fi module. Of course, the manufacturer did not forget about the mobile gadgets for which you need to download the appropriate application (Android or iOS).Much attention is paid to the developers of the model and the security of remote access.

In fact, the most problematic place for SL ‑ 10IP is the user interface. To set up a video intercom and view records offline, you need to connect a mouse, even if it is wireless, and working with it “on weight” is not very convenient.

A good choice for building a relatively simple office security system and internal communication makes this model several “chips” at once. First, it is the possibility of parallel operation of several such devices. Moreover, it is allowed both a general view for all monitors from a pair of installed cameras, and an independent connection on the principle that each one controls his zone. The presence of the built-in address intercom allows you to easily redirect the “call” to other monitors, broadcast to broadcast, and also organize video communication within the system. By the way, the handset with this functionality is more than appropriate.

Secondly, the Falcon Eye FE-71TM has an advanced photo and video recording system. In addition to the trivial triggering of a call or a motion detector, the model is capable of recording on a schedule. For example, at the beginning of the working day, providing the head of elementary control of labor discipline.

In addition, the device can save the image in the registrar mode with a custom frame rate. For example, when choosing the most economical level, the maximum supported amount of space on the memory card is enough for at least a week of continuous recording.

Another feature of the model is the answering machine function. As an option - write as a greeting contact details.

Wireless video intercom Falcon Eye FE-35WI is among the low-cost but technically advanced devices. A mobile monitor (3.5 inches) can be carried around with you or you can install it in any part of the apartment. The principle of operation of the device is similar to the operation of the radiotelephone: the base unit is installed, it is powered and connected to the call panel behind the door. Turning on the recorder with video or still image signal from a motion detector allows you to save energy without losing anything important. The effective range of wireless contact is 150 meters, in 99% of cases this is enough. You can connect up to three video cameras to the video intercom.

It’s hard to imagine a situation where an unexpected guest arrives, not having inquired in advance whether you are at home. Unless he does not know the owner's phone number. For such cases, ideal intercom with a cellular module. Installing a SIM card in Neo GSM gives this device the capabilities of a landline phone that performs automatic dialing to the specified numbers, if no one responds to the call panel from the inside. Actually, the inhabitants of the apartment can also use its services for their own purposes or call the alarm service by pressing a single button on the screen. By the way, for connections at a conditionally free rate, a mobile phone can even be used as a kind of wireless communication console. When additional units are installed, extended functionality becomes available. In particular, sending a command from the phone to open the gate.

With the traditional features of the Neo GSM, everything is also in order. The model supports the connection of two calling panels, a pair of video cameras, is able to integrate with most common building systems, easily integrates with similar devices and allows you to save individual pictures or videos on a memory card for different events. A rather valuable feature of this intercom can be considered the ability to bind the volume of the call signal to the time of day.