Viking X-35-BN 1080p HD Video IP Intercom Oil Rubbed Bronze

Viking Electronics X-35-BN IP Entry Phone with HD Video — Oil Rubbed Bronze

The Viking Electronics X-35-BN is a SIP-based IP video intercom built for demanding entry-control applications where aesthetics, environmental durability, and two-way HD communication have to coexist. Finished in oil-rubbed bronze over 14-gauge 304 stainless steel, the X-35-BN flushes into a standard double-gang box or pairs with an optional VE-Series surface mount box — making it a fit for hospitality, multi-tenant residential, government lobbies, and commercial facilities where a brushed-metal faceplate won't pass visual muster. It delivers 1080p video, full-duplex SIP audio, and on-board relay contacts over a single PoE cable, with no separate power supply required.

Overview

The IP intercom market is full of products that compromise on either weather protection or image quality. The X-35-BN doesn't. The unit ships with an impact-resistant polycarbonate camera window protecting the HD sensor, a 126-degree horizontal viewing angle that captures the full entry area without a fisheye warp, and an IP66 ingress rating backed by up to 100% humidity tolerance in the EWP (Extended Weather Protection) configuration. The operating temperature range spans -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C) — wider than most competing units — meaning it deploys equally well at a northern loading dock or a sun-baked Arizona gate. Visit the Viking Electronics intercom line to see companion models in brushed stainless and black finishes.

Key Features

• 1080p HD Video with H.264 Compression: Full 1080p resolution means the recorded image is evidence-quality, not just awareness-level. H.264 compression keeps bandwidth and storage load manageable on the NVR side — MJPEG is also available for systems that need intra-frame-only streams. For an NVR or VMS integration, SIP registers the intercom as a standard endpoint while the video stream comes in as a separate RTSP/H.264 channel.
• 126-Degree Viewing Angle: A 126-degree field of view covers a standard single-door entry, side lighting, and adjacent queuing space in one frame. You won't be cropping out half your lobby or forcing visitors to stand in a narrow sweet spot to be seen.
• SIP 2.0 / RFC3261 Compliance: The X-35-BN registers on any SIP PBX — Cisco, Avaya, 3CX, Grandstream, hosted UCaaS platforms. That means door calls route to a desk phone, a softphone, or a mobile app exactly like any internal extension. No proprietary call manager required, and no additional licensing on most platforms.
• PoE Class 1 (Under 4 Watts): Drawing less than 4W via 802.3af PoE, the X-35-BN is one of the lowest-draw devices you'll put on your PoE switch. A single run of Cat5e or better handles power and data — no conduit pull for 120V, no junction box, no electrician coordination. On a 24-port 802.3af switch, you can power 24 of these before hitting a typical 370W power budget.
• On-Board 2-Amp Relay Contacts: The integrated relay drives an electric strike, magnetic lock, or gate controller directly — rated to 2A. That eliminates the need for a separate relay module between the intercom and the door hardware, reducing both cost and failure points in the wiring path.
• Audio: G.711u, G.711a, G.722 Codecs — 90 dB SPL Output: G.722 wideband audio is the key differentiator here. At 90 dB SPL measured at 1 meter, the speaker is loud enough to cut through a busy entrance without distortion. G.711 variants ensure compatibility with legacy PBX infrastructure. Wideband G.722 makes the conversation noticeably clearer, which matters at a busy entrance where ambient noise competes.
• 14-Gauge 304 Stainless Steel Faceplate: The oil-rubbed bronze finish is a powder coat applied over 304 stainless — it won't rust, it resists scratching from keys and bags, and it holds up to cleaning chemicals. The 14-gauge construction is notably heavier than typical consumer-grade intercoms.
• Operating Temperature -40°F to 140°F: This range covers virtually every North American outdoor deployment scenario — from unheated northern entryways to glass-enclosed vestibules in the desert Southwest. Most competing SIP intercoms are rated to -4°F (-20°C) at the cold end; the X-35-BN goes 36 degrees colder.
• IP66 / Up to 100% Humidity (EWP): IP66 blocks sustained water jets and complete dust ingress — sufficient for exposed outdoor installations where rain blows directly at the unit. The EWP variant adds tolerance up to 100% humidity, relevant for covered marina entries, car washes, or humid loading-dock environments where condensation is constant.
• Remote Configuration via Built-In Web UI: All parameters — SIP credentials, dial plan, relay behavior, video quality — are configurable through a browser without on-site access. For managed deployments with dozens of units, that means commissioning and reconfiguration happen from the NOC, not from a ladder.

Integration and Compatibility

The X-35-BN connects to any SIP 2.0–compliant PBX or UCaaS platform via standard registration. The 1000BASE-T network interface ensures gigabit uplink capability even though the unit itself operates well within 100Mbps bandwidth. Video streams in H.264 or MJPEG, compatible with most IP camera-capable VMS platforms that accept RTSP sources. The on-board Web UI handles initial provisioning; DHCP or static IP both supported. The relay contacts integrate with any dry-contact-controlled access hardware — electric strikes, maglocks, or gate boards. Flush mounting into a standard double-gang box means electrical rough-in is handled by standard electricians without specialty hardware, and the optional VE-Series surface mount box accommodates installations where in-wall mounting isn't possible.

For multi-door deployments, consider pairing with a managed PoE switch — per-port PoE scheduling lets you disable the relay output during off-hours at the switch level rather than requiring dial-plan logic changes on the PBX.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the X-35-BN require a separate power supply?

A: No. The X-35-BN draws power via PoE (IEEE 802.3af, Class 1, under 4 watts). A single Cat5e or better cable from your PoE switch handles both power and network — no separate 120V power supply or transformer is needed.

Q: What SIP platforms is the X-35-BN compatible with?

A: The X-35-BN is SIP 2.0 RFC3261 compliant, which means it registers on any standards-based SIP PBX or UCaaS platform — including Cisco, Avaya, 3CX, Grandstream, and most hosted VoIP services. No proprietary call manager is required.

Q: What is the IP rating, and is the X-35-BN suitable for outdoor installation?

A: The EWP (Extended Weather Protection) model is IP66 rated and tolerates humidity up to 100%, making it fully suitable for outdoor and exposed entry applications. The operating temperature range of -40°F to 140°F covers harsh climates at both extremes.

Q: Can the X-35-BN control an electric door strike or magnetic lock directly?

A: Yes. The unit includes on-board dry relay contacts rated to 2 amps — sufficient to directly drive most electric strikes or magnetic locks. No separate relay module is required.

Q: How is the X-35-BN mounted?

A: The X-35-BN uses a vandal-resistant flush mount chassis designed to install in a standard double-gang electrical box. An optional VE-Series surface mount box is available for installations where in-wall mounting is not possible.

Q: What video resolution and codecs does the X-35-BN support?

A: The X-35-BN captures video at up to 1080p HD resolution. Supported video codecs are H.264 and MJPEG. Audio codecs include G.711u, G.711a, and G.722 wideband for higher-clarity voice.

Ted Perry

The spec I keep coming back to on the X-35-BN is the -40°F cold floor combined with the IP66/100% humidity ceiling — that's an unusually wide environmental envelope for a SIP video intercom at this form factor. Most competing units tap out at -4°F on the cold end, which rules them out for unheated northern vestibules and loading-dock entries. The X-35-BN handles both extremes without a heater kit or enclosure add-on.

Technical Highlights:

• PoE Class 1 (<4W): At under 4 watts, this is the lowest-draw device most integrators will put on a PoE port. An 802.3af switch running 24 ports at this draw level barely touches its power budget — relevant when you're consolidating entry intercoms and IP cameras on the same switch.
• G.722 Wideband Audio at 90 dB SPL: The combination of wideband codec and 90 dB SPL output is meaningful. At a lobby or gate with traffic noise, 90 dB at 1 meter cuts through ambient sound without the caller having to lean in. G.722 wideband makes the conversation intelligible even on a poor acoustic path.
• On-Board 2A Relay Contacts: Rated to 2 amps, the relay drives standard electric strikes and maglocks natively — no relay module, no extra terminal block. That's one fewer failure point in the door-control wiring path and one fewer SKU to carry in the install kit.

Deployment Considerations:

• The flush-mount chassis fits a standard double-gang rough-in box, so electrical is handled during standard rough-in. Confirm box depth early — the unit is 2.25 inches deep, which is compatible with standard old-work boxes but confirm clearance in poured concrete or CMU installations before spec.
• The unit ships at 1.5 lbs (1.6 lbs EWP) — light enough for a single-person install, but the 14-gauge stainless faceplate is rigid. Don't expect to make post-install leveling adjustments; get the rough-in box plumb the first time.

The X-35-BN (often searched as X 35 BN) is the right call for upscale commercial and multi-tenant residential projects where oil-rubbed bronze finish is a design requirement and the SIP infrastructure is already in place — particularly in climates where entry intercoms see real weather stress.