Comelit TP6842 Wi-Fi Hands-free VIP Door Entry System
The Comelit TP6842 is a 7-inch color touchscreen door entry monitor designed for residential and light commercial access control installations. It functions as the indoor station in a Comelit VIP intercom ecosystem, combining 4MP video capture, full-duplex hands-free audio, and mechanical lock-release control in a wall-mounted or desktop form factor. PoE 802.3af powers the unit directly from any standard network switch—no separate low-voltage wiring required. Linux-based OS and dual H.265/H.264 codec support enable integration with ONVIF Profile S-compliant NVRs and third-party video management platforms, while native Comelit Cloud integration extends call reception and remote unlock capability to smartphone apps.
Key Features
- 4MP Video with H.265/H.264: 2560×1440 resolution captures doorstep detail; H.265 encoding reduces bitrate 40-60% versus H.264 for efficient NVR storage on longer retention periods.
- PoE 802.3af Power: Single Ethernet cable delivers power and video—eliminates 48V runs and dedicated power supplies in retrofit scenarios where wiring costs are material.
- Full-Duplex Hands-free Audio: Simultaneous two-way conversation without press-to-talk; integrates with Comelit door stations and third-party SIP-compatible intercoms via network routing.
- Wall and Desktop Mount: 210×120×21 mm footprint fits narrow door frames or counter spaces; included metal backplate for permanent installation or optional stand for temporary deployment.
- ONVIF Profile S Compliance: Streams to Genetec, Milestone, Avigilon, and other ONVIF-compliant VMS platforms without proprietary licensing or middleware.
- MicroSD Card Slot: Local recording backup and custom ringtone upload; card not included.
- Programmable I/O: One programmable input and one output enable integration with door locks, request-to-exit buttons, or third-party access control panels via open-collector relays.
- Wi-Fi and Ethernet Dual Connectivity: Fallback to Wi-Fi if Ethernet is unavailable; cloud integration via Comelit Cloud platform for remote call and unlock operations.
The TP6842 bridges legacy Comelit intercom infrastructure with modern network video management. Unlike stand-alone IP door entry cameras, this unit operates as both a video endpoint and a hands-free call station, reducing the need for separate voice and video devices in small residential deployments. The 850nm IR supplementation provides visibility in low-light entry areas, though this is a sensor-level enhancement rather than an external IR emitter—expect modest improvement in dim conditions, not 24/7 surveillance capability. Dual-codec support means installers can tune bitrate per site: H.265 for high-retention NVR environments (14+ day rolling buffer), H.264 for legacy systems or bandwidth-constrained networks.
Integration with Comelit VIP ecosystems is plug-and-play; the unit auto-discovers door stations on the same network segment and binds to them without manual MAC address entry. If network segmentation or VLAN routing is in place, a DHCP-discoverable Comelit gateway is required. ONVIF Profile S streaming works independently—any ONVIF-aware NVR will ingest video and audio without Comelit-specific software. Cloud call-reception and remote unlock require Comelit Cloud account activation and stable internet; mobile app responsiveness depends on ISP bandwidth and firewall rules (port forwarding or UPnP needed for NAT traversal).
Power consumption under PoE 802.3af (typical 6-8W) suits any modern business-class switch; older 802.3af endpoints designed for phones may exhibit slow charge if daisy-chained with other PoE devices on undersized PSUs, so verify switch aggregate PoE budget during planning. The unit's network footprint is minimal—expect <2 Mbps average bitstream at 4MP 25fps H.265 on PoE bandwidth. Wall-mount installation requires a single CAT6a run (power and data in one cable); desktop deployment on long Ethernet cables (>100m) may encounter voltage drop, so in-line PoE injectors are recommended if cabling exceeds 90m.
The TP6842 carries a 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. It is compatible with residential and small commercial access control systems, particularly those already invested in Comelit door station hardware. For integrators standardizing on ONVIF multivendor environments, the PoE power efficiency and codec flexibility make it a low-capex addition to mixed-brand deployments.
Jerry TildsenPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
In our experience deploying Comelit intercom suites across 50+ residential and boutique commercial properties, the TP6842 solves a specific pain point: replacing aging 2-wire or 4-wire analog door entry monitors without ripping out the existing door station infrastructure. The unit's willingness to coexist with legacy Comelit VIP hardware—and to stream ONVIF-compliant video to a third-party NVR—makes it a sensible retrofit choice for property managers who want camera trails without a full system overhaul. The hands-free audio is genuinely seamless; residents appreciate not having to fumble for a speaker/mic button during deliveries. Where it diverges from pure IP intercoms (like Akuvox or Hikvision DS-KV8113-WPE) is in the tighter coupling to Comelit's ecosystem—if you're not already running Comelit door stations, the feature set is narrower and the integration overhead is higher.
Technical Highlights:
- 4MP (2560×1440) Sensor with 850nm IR: Delivers readable facial and package detail in bright daylight; the 850nm LED boosts low-light sensor response but is not an external floodlight. At dusk or in recessed doorways, expect 5-15 lux minimum for usable color. Paired with H.265 codec, bitrate stays under 3-4 Mbps average, so 7-day rolling buffer on a 4-bay NVR is realistic without storage scaling.
- H.265/H.264 Dual Codec with PoE 802.3af: The codec toggle is important—we've deployed mixed-firmware VMS instances where legacy boxes rejected H.265 parsing. Set the camera to H.264 on day-one if you're not sure of downstream NVR capability. PoE 802.3af (6-8W draw) integrates seamlessly with UniFi, Meraki, Cambium, or Arista managed switches. No separate 48V injector needed, no conduit negotiation with electricians.
- ONVIF Profile S Streaming: Works identically on Genetec Clearance, Milestone XProtect, and Avigilon Vault. Video+audio stream over RTSP; the SIP intercom integration remains proprietary (Comelit only). If you need hands-free call answerability in a non-Comelit NVR, route audio via separate SIP trunk or accept audio-only on the video stream.
- Programmable I/O (1 input, 1 output): The output relay is rated for 24V DC solenoid locks—sufficient for residential buzzer or mag-lock circuits. If you need simultaneous release of multiple locks or higher current, cascade through an external access control panel's relay tree.
- Full-Duplex Hands-free with Dual Connectivity (Ethernet + Wi-Fi): The Wi-Fi is a failover, not primary—use Ethernet for 24/7 reliability. We've seen Wi-Fi dropout in dense apartment buildings; Ethernet removes that variability entirely.
Deployment Considerations:
- Integration with non-Comelit door stations requires ONVIF or open SIP standards; native intercom calling (the core UX benefit) only works within the Comelit VIP ecosystem. Know your door station brand before specifying. If you're retrofitting a building with Hikvision or Axis door stations, the TP6842 works as a video endpoint but loses the seamless call routing.
- MicroSD card slot is present but the card is not included—budget 32-64GB Class 10 card if on-unit backup recording is required. This is backup only; primary recording should always live on the NVR.
- PoE power delivery over runs exceeding 100 meters may require an inline injector; verify switch PoE budget if daisy-chaining multiple devices on one PSU. In apartment buildings with long CAT6a runs to lobby door stations, consider injector placement near the unit.
- Network discovery (auto-bind to Comelit door stations) requires the unit and door station to be on the same subnet or behind a Comelit gateway. VLAN segmentation breaks auto-discovery—manual IP binding via the touchscreen admin menu is required; allow 15 minutes for familiarization with the config UI.
- Cloud call reception and remote unlock depend on stable outbound HTTPS (port 443) and either port forwarding or UPnP on the edge firewall. In corporate networks with strict egress rules, confirm Comelit Cloud endpoints are whitelisted before installation.
- Audio is full-duplex but mono only—no stereo ambient sound recording. Acceptable for call audio; not suitable for forensic directional sound analysis.
The TP6842 is the right choice for residential property owners or integrators already invested in Comelit door station hardware who want to add video and hands-free audio without replacing the entire ecosystem. It's also valuable in ONVIF multivendor VMS environments where a Comelit intercom handset happens to exist but the recording backend is third-party. For greenfield access control deployments, IP-native intercoms (Akuvox, Hikvision, or Axis) with built-in ONVIF recording typically offer better total cost of ownership. Explore the Comelit catalog to compare with other intercom form factors and door station options.
