Viking E-65-BN Bronze Video Entry Phone IP67 Flush Mount

Viking Electronics E-65-BN Oil Rubbed Bronze Video Entry Phone with Color Camera

The Viking Electronics E-65-BN is a compact, weather and vandal-resistant video entry phone designed for two-way handsfree audio communication combined with color video monitoring at a controlled entry point. Built with an oil rubbed bronze faceplate and internally sealed to IP67, the E-65-BN fits deployments where aesthetics matter as much as durability — think upscale multifamily buildings, corporate lobbies, and school entry vestibules. Mounting is handled via a standard double-gang box flush mount or surface mount using the optional VE-5x5 enclosure, giving installers flexibility without running specialty hardware.

Key Features

• Color Video Camera: The integrated color camera gives the interior station a full-color view of the visitor — useful in identifying clothing color or distinguishing individuals in a way that monochrome cannot. No separate camera to wire or aim.
• IP67 Internal Seal: IP67 means the unit survives temporary submersion up to 1 meter — well beyond what a rain-exposed entrance throws at it. Dust ingress is fully blocked. This is a meaningful step above IP65 for exposed outdoor entry points in wet climates.
• Operating Range -30°F to 150°F: That -30°F floor covers unheated entryways in northern climates without heater accessories. The 150°F ceiling handles direct sun exposure on metal doors in southern installations without thermal shutdown.
• Blue LED Indicator: The blue LED provides visible status feedback to the visitor — confirming the unit is active without requiring a printed label or verbal instruction. Useful at entry points with variable lighting.
• Auto Disconnect: Calls terminate automatically after the conversation ends, preventing tie-up of the entry station if the interior party forgets to hang up — a practical safeguard in high-traffic entry scenarios.
• Flush or Surface Mount: Standard double-gang box compatibility means new construction and retrofit installations use the same rough-in box electricians already stock. For surface-mount retrofits, the optional VE-5x5 enclosure handles the transition without wall damage.
• Oil Rubbed Bronze Finish: The E-65-BN (often searched as E 65 BN) faceplate dimensions are 4.875" x 4.938" x 0.17" — a low-profile plate that sits flush and blends with architectural hardware in upscale residential and hospitality applications where a utilitarian grey box is a non-starter.
• Compact Phone Unit: At 2.84" x 1.8" x 1.65", the internal phone module fits tight electrical cavities without requiring oversized wall boxes or custom brackets.

Integration and Compatibility

The E-65-BN integrates into Viking Electronics entry and intercom systems and is compatible with standard door entry and intercom platforms that accept analog handsfree speaker phone inputs. Surface-mount installations pair with the optional VE-5x5 enclosure — verify the VE-5x5 is ordered separately if a flush gang box is not available at the installation site. For multi-door deployments, review access control system compatibility before specifying call routing and door release wiring. Consult a video surveillance planning resource if integrating the color video output into a broader monitoring setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the IP rating of the E-65-BN, and does it handle outdoor installation?

A: The E-65-BN is internally sealed to IP67, which means it is fully dust-tight and rated for temporary water submersion. It handles direct rain exposure at outdoor entries without additional weatherproofing enclosures.

Q: Can the E-65-BN be surface-mounted without a gang box?

A: Yes. The E-65-BN supports surface mounting using the optional VE-5x5 enclosure. The VE-5x5 is not included and must be ordered separately.

Q: What temperature range does the E-65-BN support?

A: The operating temperature range is -30°F to 150°F, making it suitable for unheated outdoor entries in cold climates and sun-exposed door installations in hot environments.

Q: Does the E-65-BN include auto disconnect?

A: Yes. The unit features auto disconnect, which terminates the call automatically so the entry station does not remain tied up if the interior party fails to hang up.

Q: What finish does the E-65-BN come in?

A: The E-65-BN ships with an oil rubbed bronze faceplate. Alternate finishes are available in other E-65 series variants.

Jerry Tildsen

The E-65-BN is the spec I reach for when the architect has already selected oil rubbed bronze door hardware and the facilities team still needs a real IP67-rated entry phone — not a consumer doorbell. That -30°F to 150°F operating window means I am not adding a heater box to the gang box detail on cold-climate projects, which saves real money on labor and wall penetrations.

Technical Highlights:

• IP67 Internal Seal: Full dust exclusion plus submersion tolerance to 1 meter — this exceeds the IP65 spec common on mid-tier entry phones and matters on any entry point that sees standing water or pressure washing.
• -30°F to 150°F Operating Range: Covers unheated vestibules in Minnesota winters and south-facing metal door installations in Arizona summers without supplemental thermal management hardware.
• Faceplate Profile 0.17" Depth: The 4.875" x 4.938" faceplate sits nearly flush at 0.17" proud of the wall — architecturally clean, no protruding housing to snag or attract vandalism.

Deployment Considerations:

• Flush mount requires a standard double-gang rough-in box — coordinate with the electrical rough-in crew early. Surface mount is the VE-5x5 add-on, ordered separately; do not assume it ships in the box.
• The color video output needs a compatible interior monitor or video intercom system to be useful — confirm the receiving station supports the E-65 series video signal before specifying this unit over a non-video variant.

The E-65-BN is the right call for upscale multifamily or boutique hospitality entries where matching architectural hardware is a client requirement and IP67 durability is non-negotiable — not a generic bronze-look cosmetic unit, but a fully weather-rated entry phone in a finish that survives design review.