Video Door Phone | Protect your home!

It gives security, creates opportunities and, last but not least, is sexy: the Video door lock system in the smart home. You can see your visitors from anywhere in the world. Talk to the postman or open the door for a friend - anything is possible. The notification on the smartphone, tablet or PC monitor when the bell button is pressed is a matter of course. Find out below about the latest features of the popular technology from Ring, telegardener and doorbird.

Contents

• Door intercom system with camera and door opener: State of the art
• Video door intercom systems: new features in detail
  • Doorbird video intercom
    • • Firewall for effective protection for your building network
      • Barrier-free communication with video door intercom
      • Configurator for Doorbird video door intercom
      • Contactless bell in the fight against Corona
      • Access control by fingerprint 
  • Video door intercoms from Ring
    • Door intercoms with radar technology
    • Wired door intercom with app
  • Video door intercom systems from Telegärtner
• Which door intercom for the FritzBox?

 Door intercom system with camera and door opener: State of the art

The technology of door intercoms with cameras and door openers has increased in recent years tremendous progress made. Nowadays there are a large number of door intercom systems that function as IP cameras via a WLAN connection and thus enable a stable connection. The camera quality has also improved, so that a detailed and sharp image is delivered. With advancing technology, you can feel safe and connect with people on your doorstep even from a distance. 

A door intercom system with camera and door opener is now one of the standard functions of a Smart Homes. In addition to the video function, the latest features from manufacturers such as Eufy, Ring, Telegärtner and Doorbird make the heart of every technology lover beat faster. When it comes to door intercom systems with a camera and door opener, you are state-of-the-art, but there are a few things you should pay attention to when buying, in addition to the price-performance ratio.

doorbird

For example, it is possible via the Doorbird app Not only to see and talk to visitors, but also to open the door via a door opener - from anywhere in the world. The device can be connected to the Internet not only via a WLAN interface, but also via a LAN cable, which is not only more reliable but also offers more security. Doorbird also attaches great importance to user-friendliness: The setup is simple and intuitive.

The latest features include the ability to Push notifications on your smartphone when someone rings your doorbell. The Doorbird IP Video Door Phones also allow you to speak to your visitor before opening the door, giving you extra security. The video door intercoms have an integrated motion detector that records every movement in your vicinity, so you can always feel protected. In addition, there is a Radio Frequency Identification reader option that allows you to unlock the door faster without having to access the fingerprint sensor.

telegardener

Telegärtner also has the intelligent video door intercom system Doorline Pro Exclusive with an integrated camera and an electric door opener function, the perfect combination of stylish design and practical functionality is on offer. With individual frame lighting and a variety of possible uses, it is the ideal companion for your home or company. The video door intercom system can be used thanks to the optionally available Mini WiFi and LAN-Extensions can be installed independently of existing cables. Thanks to the high-quality construction and the use of special materials, the door intercom system can withstand extreme weather conditions. The Doorline Pro Exclusive offers a wide range of functions and uses, including a touch display and the option of connecting directly to your PBX or your Router to communicate.

The Doorline Pro Exclusive is available in anthracite. It can be easily connected to your router, e.g. B. with the AVM FRITZ!. Another feature is the ability to be reachable via any phone or smartphone. The door intercom system offers space for up to four participants and is therefore also ideal for larger companies. In addition to the comprehensive instructions, Telegärtner Elektronik offers a video tutorial on YouTube for installing and assembling the Doorline Pro Exclusive, which shows you step by step how to install the door intercom. The Doorline Pro Exclusive model was awarded by voip-information.de, a well-known magazine in the field of telecommunications, which other test reports also confirm. 

Ring

Ring has introduced its newest video doorbell, the Ring Video Doorbell 4. These are packed with advanced features to keep your home safe and secure. With two power supply options and mounting brackets, installation is a breeze. The device is equipped with real-time monitoring in 1080p HD video quality. Two-way conversations and motion detection are a matter of course. In addition, the pre-roll feature captures four seconds of footage before movement occurs, ensuring no event is missed. In terms of security options, the Ring Video Doorbell 4 has a clear advantage as the best choice for the home. One of the most important features of this new doorbell is that it has an advanced motion sensor that is placed closer to the door to ensure greater detection accuracy. Another feature is that you can integrate your doorbell's live stream into your smart display for easy and quick monitoring of your home. With the Ring Protect Plan option, you get unlimited video recording and cloud storage for a moderate monthly price.

Eufy

The Eufy Video door phone is equipped with a 2K HD camera and a home base that supports motion detection and packet detection. With intelligent person recognition and the audio function on both sides, you are informed who is at the door and can speak to that person - even if you are not at home. The doorbell station is simply attached wirelessly to the wall. This is very easy and quick to do. The Eufy video door phone offers perhaps the best value for money.

 Video door intercom: new features in detail

 Doorbird video intercom

Doorbird stands for the connection of innovative IP technology with exclusive design in the Communication of doors – namely made in Germany. The Doorbird video door intercom systems not only prevent burglaries, but many additional functions also make life easier on, in front of and behind the front door. Below are a few new developments: 

 Firewall for effective protection for your building network

21.04.2023/XNUMX/XNUMX | Additional security for door communication systems is possible with the new firewall. It is easy to install and increases security for all networks in which a Doorbird product is used - both inside and outside. Thus, the manufacturer, the Bird Home Automation, another unique selling point in the field of smart IP door intercoms.

The firewall is preconfigured and reliably blocks unauthorized network traffic. The installation takes place between the local Internet router and the Doorbird IP video door communication network. The internet firewall is suitable for large office complexes, the 1-family house, 2-family house or apartment building. Suitable applications are e.g. B. Video door intercom systems installed in apartments and offices IP video indoor stations.

A tenant could misuse the network cable connected here to surf the Internet or gain unauthorized access to other network components in the building. Such a firewall solution prevents this. smart home systems Third-party providers can be whitelisted to meet individual network needs. The internet firewall can of course be remotely configured via smartphone and/or tablet.

 Barrier-free communication with video door intercom

02.06.2021/XNUMX/XNUMX | A new add-on module from Doorbird enables the barrier-free door communication according to DIN 18040 barrier-free construction. Visual and acoustic signals help people with limited hearing or vision with the video door intercom when entering a building. Barrier-free communication systems must simultaneously use two of the three senses See, hear and touch speak to. The so-called two-senses principle enables people with sensory impairments to make the entrance area of ​​a building accessible and usable without the help of third parties. The special intercom module D2100E accessibility of the video door intercom meets the requirements of DIN 18040. The new module is integrated into Doorbird video door intercoms. It is particularly suitable for public buildings such as hospitals, educational institutions or retirement homes.

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The accessibility module shows the current status of a Doorbird door intercom with three pictograms for call, conversation and door opener. It has a hearing loop that wirelessly transmits the audio signal from the video door intercom system to the visitor's hearing aid via radio or WiFi. An induction loop and the visual display simplify communication for people with hearing impairments and/or hearing aids. The IP-based door intercom systems can be supplemented with Braille, with which information can be easily found. In this way, the sensory barrier is also broken down for people with visual impairments. With the integration module Doorbird D2100E accessibility an existing IP video door opener of the D21x series can be retrofitted. New door stations can be equipped and ordered with the additional module using the 3D configurator.

 Configurator for Doorbird video door intercom

18.11.2020 | With the new configurator for the video door intercom, electricians, architects and planners can customized IP door intercoms design and create online. The high-quality camera door openers made of stainless steel can be planned with individual sizes, doorbell buttons and modules for house numbers or keypads. Over 50 RAL colors and surfaces are available for installation. The door station is displayed directly in 3D and updated with every design step, including price and delivery time.

thanks to the Augmented Reality (AR) function, the video door intercom systems can be visualized at their installation location. The comparison takes place on an uploaded photo or live on the smartphone with the camera switched on. In the meantime, the system including the technical drawing can be saved and the configuration can be continued at a later point in time. The finally configured IP video door intercom system can then be ordered from the planning tool. 

 Contactless bell in the fight against Corona

19.08.2020/2101/XNUMX | Doorbird's new contactless IP video door intercom system DXNUMXWV supports worldwide Fight against Covod-19. Visitors can ring the bell contact-free using a special sensor system at the outdoor station. Visitors, customers and patients no longer have to touch the bell. This avoids contact with viruses and bacteria. The contactless doorbell helps to curb the spread of the corona virus, especially in buildings with high visitor numbers. The integrated Module in the outdoor unit has a special sensor system that recognizes gestures such as waving your hand or approaching your hand at a distance of 10 cm.

It triggers a bell signal on a door chime or an indoor station. You can use the hand gesture to enter Relais switch, which opens the door automatically. Other actions such as a push notification on the family home owner's smartphone or an HTTP(S) call to a system of Building automation to send or to start a SIP call are also possible. Thanks to modern IP technology, communication with visitors is also via mobile devices possible. Homeowners can talk to their guests via smartphone or tablet, see them live on the screen and open the door via the Doorbird app. 

 Access control by fingerprint 

27.05.2020/XNUMX/XNUMX | Access control to a building is via a Ekey fingerprint possible in the Doorbird IP video door intercom system. The Ekey D2101FV door station has a small dummy piece for this purpose, which is replaced by the Ekey home FS OM I finger scanner. Guests and family home owners can use all the functions of the video door intercom immediately after installation. The door opener can be operated via app connection or RFID key fob. Once the Ekey system has been installed, access can be gained with a finger.

The intelligent video door intercom made of stainless steel D2101FV Ekey contains high-quality components, including an IP Video camera with a wide-angle lens and night vision function, a speaker with echo and noise cancellation, an RFID reader and a configurable motion sensor. Thanks to the open API interface, the Doorbird door station can be integrated into third-party building and home automation systems. With the built-in module Ekey home FS UP I, Ekey biometric Systems GmbH offers an independently functioning fingerprint reader. This can be purchased separately and built into the Doorbird door intercom D2101FV EKEY.

 Video door intercoms from Ring

As a Jamie Siminoff, The founder and chief inventor of Ring, told his wife about a reinvention of the doorbell, replied: It's like caller ID for the front door. And so began Ring's mission to develop products for a safe neighborhood. And these are the latest innovations from Ring:

 Video door intercoms with radar technology

24.02.2021/XNUMX/XNUMX | The ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 is Ring's most advanced wired doorbell with 3D motion detection. With radar technology, 3D motion detection and a bird's-eye view of the video door phone, users can see on a map where a motion event originated. The new video door phone also offers color night vision and customizable privacy features. With all these functions and the new head-to-toe video, users can better see what is happening on their doorstep. The video door intercom with video function uses Radar technologyto see objects even better. The areas to be monitored are determined by the selection of distance markers. The radar sensor measures the specific distance between the camera and the object that exceeds the limit of the defined area. The camera only starts recording when this limit is exceeded. She then sends a motion alarm to the homeowners.

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The 3D motion detection enables the new bird's eye view feature. An aerial view of the property shows the origin of the movement event. In this way, conclusions can be drawn about the type of event. The unique 3D motion detection of the video door intercom gives users even more control over their notifications. "3D motion detection and the bird's eye view function are the logical next milestones in home security and set new standards in motion detection," says Jamie siminoff. “With the introduction of these radar-based functions, we are redefining what our devices can do so that our customers are even better informed about what is happening at home. We're excited to add this technology to our most popular product, the doorbell, and give customers even more choices for their home security system. "

In addition to 3D motion detection, the video door intercom offers the creation of head-to-toe and 1.536p HD (camera resolution) videos and an array microphone. The micro reduces sound distortion and creates a clearer audio and video playback of the happenings in front of the door. The Video Doorbell Pro 2 respects data protection and security. A Ring app allows specific data protection and security settings to be made easily. Users can set limits for 3D motion detection and the motion zones in which recordings are triggered. Privacy zones can be used to exclude sections of the camera's field of view from video recording.

 Wired door intercom with app

Here's how easy it is to install a Ring Doorbell Wired:

27.01.2021 | The new video door intercom Ring Video Doorbell Wired is a full security solution at a low price with advanced motion detection, intercom and HD video. The video door phone body is slim and includes advanced features such as HD video, two-way talk, live view, advanced motion detection, customizable privacy zones and more. "With the Ring Video Doorbell Wired, we've packed all the key features into a sleek, compact design. With this video doorbell, we're giving customers more choice when looking for the best Ring Video doorbell Jamie Siminoff comments on the new development.

The new video door intercom can be to an existing doorbell wiring connect. Standard video door phone features include 1080p HD video with night vision and a noise-cancelling intercom. What is happening on the doorstep is recorded sharply. The homeowner can speak to visitors from anywhere. About customizable Movement zones the areas in the camera image can be precisely defined in which an alarm is to be triggered. Areas for privacy can also be selected and hidden from the camera image. After all settings have been made, the Video Doorphone's motion detection will send a notification to the Ring app whenever motion is detected in the Ring Video Doorbell Wired's field of view.

Subscribers to a Ring Protect Plans can use additional features such as an improved pre-roll function. A video preview shows 6 s what triggered the movement event at the house entrance. The people-only mode is an advanced motion alarm. It only triggers when the camera captures a person in the field of view. Enhanced notifications show what in a preview image in real time in front of the camera happens even before the Ring app opens. Once installed, users can fully control the Ring Video Doorbell Wired Video Doorphone from the Ring smartphone app and customize the system to their unique needs. You can set your notification mode, customize motion zones and privacy zones. For the holistic security solution, other products from the manufacturer can be connected, such as Ring cameras, Ring Chimes and Ring Alarm. 

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The Ring Video Doorbell is Wired compatible with selected Alexaenabled devices: simply activate the ring skill in the app and say "Alexa, show me the front door". You already have a live view on the device. You can also start the intercom function with the command: "Alexa, answer the front door" to talk to the visitor at the front door.

 Video door intercom from Telegärtner

09.07.2020 | The video door intercoms doorline from Telegärtner can be connected to the existing telephone system of the Fritzbox. There are wired models and some that use Dect radio such as the Doorline Slim Dect2. The Doorline-Slim-Dect can be easily connected to the telephone system like a cordless telephone. Because the door intercom system uses the same protected radio frequencies, the voice quality is correspondingly high and the connection is absolutely reliable. Users who use a Fritzbox benefit from the router's integrated DECT base. Cable-bound Doorline door intercom systems can be connected to any router with an integrated telephone system.

Because the video door intercom system in the house is connected directly to the telephone system no app or cloud storage needed for operation. The door call ends up directly on the landline telephone. Because the smartphone is not absolutely necessary, this door intercom is also suitable for older people who do not have one. If you want to store a mobile phone number instead of a landline number, you can also answer the doorbell at the house entrance from anywhere in the house or when you are out and about using your mobile phone.

Call forwarding to other phone numbers or cell phones is also possible. The Doorline models do not have an integrated camera. However, you can easily integrate an additional IP outdoor camera into the network. The slightly greater effort is offset by the advantage that you can get one Camera of his choice can choose. On the other hand, with video door intercom systems with an integrated camera, you have to make do with the camera resolution that the product offers by default.

Which door intercom for the Fritzbox?

Are you looking for a suitable door intercom for your Fritzbox? There are various ways to integrate a door intercom into your Fritzbox. However, the specific way to set it up depends on the type of system, so it's best to follow the instructions for your doorphone. If you are looking for a new door phone, there are numerous options that are compatible with the Fritzbox. One of them is the Doorline TM4 from Telegärtner Elektronik, which turns your Fritzbox into a clever rear door station. Also the IP video door intercom for AVM Fritzbox from J.K.S. offers an attractive option with its built-in color video camera and modern design. However, it is important when choosing a suitable door intercom for your Fritzbox to ensure that it is secure and ideally one Live image function offers. Owners of a Fritzbox have been able to use a live image function together with a door intercom for some time. If you have any questions or want to install a door intercom for your Fritzbox, you can contact an expert such as l-tek or Jakobi KS. There is also a large selection of new and used Fritz door intercoms on eBay.