2N 01278-001 Single-Module Wall Mounting Frame
The 2N 01278-001 is a wall-mount installation frame built to hold one 2N intercom or access control module in a fixed nickel-finish housing. It's the mounting foundation for a single-module entry station — the piece that turns a bare intercom or keypad module into a properly seated wall fixture rather than a loose panel screwed into drywall. If you're specifying a single-door or single-entry 2N deployment, the 01278-001 is the frame that carries that module.
Overview
This is a 1-module wall frame — sized for exactly one 2N modular component, whether that's an intercom module, a keypad module, or another compatible unit in the 2N modular lineup. It mounts directly to a wall, which makes it the right call for lobby entries, single-tenant doors, gate stations, and loading dock call points where you don't need a multi-module stack. The nickel finish gives it a neutral, commercial-grade appearance that holds up visually in lobbies and building entries without drawing attention to the hardware itself.
Key Features
- 1-Module Capacity: Sized for a single 2N modular unit — the correct frame when the deployment calls for one intercom or keypad module, not a multi-door directory stack. Don't overbuy a multi-module frame if the install is a single entry point.
- Wall-Mounted Installation: Designed to mount flush to a wall surface, which is the standard install method for building entries, gates, and single-door access points where a pedestal or gooseneck mount isn't needed.
- Nickel Finish: A neutral commercial finish that matches typical building hardware and doesn't require repainting or additional finishing work to blend into a lobby or entry vestibule.
- Compatible with PoE-Powered Modules (802.3af): The module housed in this frame draws power over standard 802.3af PoE, so the wiring behind the frame only needs a single Cat5e/Cat6 run — no separate low-voltage power feed to pull.
- Supports ONVIF-Capable Modules: The intercom modules this frame is built for support ONVIF, meaning the video/audio stream from the module can integrate into an existing ONVIF-compliant VMS rather than requiring a standalone viewer.
- H.264/MJPEG Compression Support: The housed module streams in H.264 and MJPEG, giving you the option to balance bandwidth (H.264) against simpler frame-by-frame compatibility (MJPEG) depending on how the video feed gets recorded.
- Microphone-Equipped Module Support: The frame accommodates modules with built-in microphone support, keeping two-way audio at the door intact without an external audio accessory.
- Keypad Module Compatible: This frame also accepts a keypad module, letting the same single-module opening double as a code lock and directory dialer instead of a straight intercom-only unit.
Integration & Compatibility
The 01278-001 (often searched as 01278 001) is built specifically for 2N's modular intercom and access control system, where individual function modules — camera/intercom, keypad, RFID reader — snap into a shared frame. Because this is a 1-module frame, it's a fit for single-function installs; if the entry point needs a directory plus a keypad plus a card reader stacked together, that calls for a multi-module frame in the same 2N family rather than this one. Confirm the specific module you're installing (intercom vs. keypad) is rated for wall installation before ordering, since the frame itself has no active electronics — it's a mechanical and cosmetic housing for the module that does the work. Pair it with a matching module from the 2N intercom lineup, and route Cat5e/Cat6 behind the wall opening to feed both PoE power and network/video back to your switch and, if applicable, your network video recorders. For projects speccing out the switch side of that run, a PoE switch with enough budget per port keeps the install straightforward.
What's in the Box
Evidence for this listing does not confirm exact box contents, so this section is omitted rather than guessed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many modules does the 2N 01278-001 hold?
A: The 01278-001 is a 1-module wall frame, built to house a single 2N intercom or keypad module.
Q: Is the 01278-001 wall-mounted or surface/pedestal mounted?
A: It's a wall-mounted frame, installed flush to a wall surface.
Q: What color/finish does the 01278-001 come in?
A: It's available in a nickel finish.
Q: Does the 01278-001 support keypad modules?
A: Yes — the frame supports a keypad module, which lets the installation function as a code lock and directory dialer.
Q: What's the warranty on the 01278-001?
A: It carries a 3-year warranty.
Q: Does a module in the 01278-001 support ONVIF and PoE?
A: Yes — compatible modules support ONVIF for VMS integration and draw power over standard 802.3af PoE.
The 2N 01278-001 is a 1-module wall frame, and the spec that matters most here is exactly that: capacity for one module, nothing more. On a single-door lobby or gate job, that's the right amount of hardware — you're not paying for or mounting extra module bays you'll never populate.
Technical Highlights:
- 1-Module Capacity: Fits a single 2N intercom or keypad module — sized correctly for single-entry deployments instead of multi-tenant directory stacks.
- Nickel Finish: A neutral commercial finish that fits standard building hardware palettes without a separate finishing step.
- 802.3af PoE Support (module-side): The housed module runs on standard 802.3af PoE, so the wiring plan behind this frame is a single Cat5e/Cat6 run, not a dedicated power circuit.
Deployment Considerations:
- Because this is a mechanical wall frame with no onboard electronics, confirm the specific 2N module (intercom vs. keypad) you're installing is the wall-mount variant before rough-in — the frame itself doesn't dictate module electronics.
- If the job scope grows to more than one function (say, intercom plus keypad plus card reader at the same door), a 1-module frame like the 01278-001 won't cover it — that calls for a multi-module frame in the same family.
This is the frame I spec for single-door lobby entries and gate call points where one 2N module — intercom or keypad — is the whole job, and I don't want to justify a multi-module frame with empty bays on the punch list.
