Viking E-75-BN Bronze Entry Phone Proximity Reader Color Video

Viking Electronics E-75-BN Oil Rubbed Bronze Entry Phone with Proximity Card Reader and Color Video Camera

The Viking Electronics E-75-BN is a compact, all-in-one entry phone that combines a 125KHz proximity card reader, a 420-line color video camera, and a telephone-line-powered speakerphone into a single oil rubbed bronze faceplate — the kind of unit that simplifies wiring at a controlled entry point without requiring a separate intercom controller or dedicated power supply. It flushes into a standard double gang box or surface mounts with the optional VE-5x5 enclosure, keeping retrofit and new-construction installs equally straightforward.

Key Features

• Telephone Line Powered: The E-75-BN draws operating power directly from the telephone line (ring voltage 25V AC RMS minimum), eliminating the need for a local power supply run to the door. One pair of wires handles voice, signaling, and phone operation — a real advantage in retrofit jobs where conduit fill is already tight.
• 125KHz Proximity Card Reader, 26-Bit Wiegand Output: The built-in reader operates at 125KHz and outputs standard 26-bit Wiegand, making it compatible with virtually every commercial access control panel on the market. Read range is 1.25" to 2.0", appropriate for a controlled pedestrian entry where cards present naturally at the faceplate.
• 420-Line Color Video Camera: The integrated camera delivers 420 lines of resolution with an 80° horizontal, 60° vertical, 100° diagonal field of view — wide enough to capture the face and shoulders of anyone standing at the door without fisheye distortion. Output is 1Vp-p composite NTSC at 75 ohms, connecting directly to a DVR input or a dedicated monitor.
• Separate Camera Power (6–22V DC, 150mA): Camera power is independent of the phone line circuit. Supplying 6–22V DC at 150mA from a local power source keeps the video circuit stable regardless of telephone line conditions, and the wide input range means a standard 12V DC supply works without a regulator.
• -30°F to 150°F Operating Range: Both the phone and camera are rated from -30°F to 150°F, so this unit handles unheated vestibules, cold-climate exterior entries, and sun-exposed southern-facing walls without thermal derating or heater accessories.
• Flush or Surface Mount Flexibility: The 4.875" x 4.938" faceplate drops into a standard double gang rough-in, or pairs with the optional VE-5x5 surface mount box for masonry, hollow metal door frames, or anywhere a flush box isn't practical. Either way the phone module itself measures 2.84" x 1.8" x 1.65".
• Microphone and Speaker Volume Controls: Onboard volume adjustments let you tune audio levels at commissioning — useful in lobbies or mechanical rooms where ambient noise varies and a fixed factory level would require callbacks.
• Oil Rubbed Bronze Finish: The -BN suffix designates the oil rubbed bronze faceplate, one of four available finishes (brushed stainless, satin black, satin white). Finish-matching is a real consideration on hospitality, multi-family, and institutional installs where hardware consistency is specified.

Integration and Compatibility

The 26-bit Wiegand output connects to any access control panel with a standard Wiegand reader port — no proprietary interface required. The composite NTSC video output feeds any analog DVR, hybrid NVR with analog inputs, or dedicated entry monitor. For installs requiring video intercom systems with digital integration, pair with a compatible access control platform that accepts Wiegand readers. Explore the full Viking Electronics catalog for companion door controllers and phone accessories. The IP66-rated EWP variant (E-75-BN-EWP) is available for fully exposed exterior applications where direct rain ingress is a concern; the standard E-75-BN is weather and vandal resistant but the IP66 rating applies specifically to the EWP model. Review our entry phone selection guide for help matching this unit to your door control architecture.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the E-75-BN work with any access control panel?

A: Yes. The proximity card reader outputs standard 26-bit Wiegand, which is the industry-standard protocol supported by virtually all commercial access control panels. No proprietary controller or adapter is required.

Q: What power does the E-75-BN camera require?

A: The camera requires a separate 6–22V DC supply at 150mA — it does not draw power from the telephone line. A standard 12V DC plug-in or panel supply works. The phone itself is telephone-line powered.

Q: Can the E-75-BN be surface mounted?

A: Yes. It flushes into a standard double gang box or surface mounts using the optional VE-5x5 enclosure. The faceplate dimensions are 4.875" x 4.938".

Q: What is the video output format of the E-75-BN?

A: The camera outputs 1Vp-p composite NTSC at 75 ohms — a standard analog video signal compatible with analog DVRs, hybrid NVRs with analog inputs, and dedicated entry monitors.

Q: Is the E-75-BN rated for outdoor use?

A: The E-75-BN is weather and vandal resistant with an operating range of -30°F to 150°F. The IP66 (EWP) rating applies to the E-75-BN-EWP variant. For fully exposed exterior installations with direct rain exposure, the EWP model is the appropriate choice.

Q: What card technology does the E-75-BN reader support?

A: The built-in reader supports 125KHz proximity cards with a read range of 1.25" to 2.0". It does not support 13.56MHz smart cards (HID iCLASS, MIFARE) — if your credential program uses high-frequency cards, you will need a different reader or entry station.

Ted Perry

The E-75-BN is worth a close look for multi-family and light commercial installs where you want card access, video, and a door phone on a single faceplate without running a separate power circuit to the door — the telephone-line-powered design is the key spec here, and it's what makes this unit genuinely easier to wire than most combo stations.

Technical Highlights:

• 26-Bit Wiegand at 125KHz: Read range of 1.25" to 2.0" and standard Wiegand output means this drops into any access panel with a reader port — HID, Lenel, Software House, DSC — without a converter or special configuration.
• 80° Horizontal FOV at 420 Lines: Wide enough to get a usable face shot at typical door standoff distances; 1Vp-p composite NTSC means it connects to any analog DVR channel directly, no balun required.
• -30°F to 150°F Rated: Both phone and camera share this operating range, which covers cold-climate vestibules and sun-exposed masonry walls without adding a door heater or shade hood to the BOM.

Deployment Considerations:

• Camera power (6–22V DC, 150mA) must be run separately from the phone line — plan a two-circuit rough-in or use a nearby panel supply; forgetting this is the most common commissioning delay on these units.
• The standard E-75-BN is weather and vandal resistant but the IP66 rating belongs to the EWP variant — if the door sees direct precipitation, spec the E-75-BN-EWP instead to avoid a warranty dispute.

This unit is best positioned for controlled pedestrian entries in multi-family residential, small commercial, and institutional settings where the credential base is already 125KHz proximity and the access panel has an open Wiegand reader port — it consolidates three functions into one double-gang cutout and keeps the rough-in simple.