Professional WiFi and PoE Video Doorbell Intercom

If you want a professional alternative to consumer doorbells like Ring and SimpliSafe, our Professional WiFi and PoE Video Doorbell Intercom (model IC1080POE) gives you real control over who gets in. It is an IP-based intercom with a built-in camera, two-way audio, and support for PoE, WiFi, and electronic door strikes, so you can use it like a smart video doorbell and a small access control device in one.

This intercom is designed for homes, offices, and small commercial entrances where missed deliveries, unknown visitors, or locked doors are a daily reality. You can pair it with an ICM7 home station for a dedicated indoor monitor, connect it to an Avalonix Network Video Recorder for recording, and still answer calls right from your smartphone when you are away. It also integrates cleanly into an existing Avalonix security camera system built around professional IP cameras and NVRs.

Unlike cloud-based doorbells, there is no video stored in a third party cloud with this intercom. When you pair it with an Avalonix NVR or a complete security camera system, all video is recorded locally on your own equipment. Live view from the intercom is quick, and playback of recorded video is almost instant because there is no cloud processing delay. You can even run 24/7 continuous recording on the NVR so you never miss any activity happening outside your door, even if nobody presses the call button.

The built-in 2MP CMOS image sensor delivers up to 720p video at 30 frames per second for smooth, detailed footage of your doorway. A 125 degree horizontal angle of view helps you see packages on the ground and people standing off to the side, instead of a narrow tunnel view.

With a built-in microphone and speaker, you can have clear two-way conversations through the free mobile app, the ICM7 base station, or both. H.264 compression and dual-streaming let you send a high-quality stream to your NVR while using a lighter substream over the internet for remote viewing on lower bandwidth connections.

The camera uses a day and night IR cut filter and a low light sensor that can work with external IR illuminators, so you can see even in dim conditions. The metal housing is rated IP65 for weather resistance, suitable for covered outdoor installations when properly sealed with silicone as noted in the specs.

For power and network, you have flexible options. The intercom accepts 12V DC 1 Amp or PoE 802.3af from a PoE switch. When powered by PoE, it uses the wired Ethernet connection. To take advantage of the WiFi connection, the intercom must be powered by 12V DC and manually paired with your 2.4GHz WiFi network.

How the mobile app works with this intercom

In the mobile app demo video below, our technician walks through a real call from this exact IC1080POE intercom. You can see what happens when someone presses the call button, how push notifications look on your phone, and how to answer, talk, and operate a door strike from the app. The demo also shows how to switch between SD and HD preview, record quick video clips, and grab snapshots directly to your phone for documentation.

Using the intercom with the ICM7 home station

For customers who prefer a hard-wired indoor screen instead of relying only on phones, the optional ICM7 home station gives you a dedicated control point inside your building. In the video below, we show a live demo of an IC1080POE intercom calling the base station, answering the call, and unlocking an electronic door strike. You will also see how the ICM7 can monitor the intercom at any time and even pull up a separate IP camera feed watching the same entrance.

Connection options and wiring diagram

The diagram below shows different ways to connect the IC1080POE intercom to a wired or WiFi network, including PoE switches, 12V DC power, and optional access control hardware such as electronic door strikes.

Upgrade your surveillance and entry control with this IP-based WiFi and PoE video doorbell intercom, and enjoy reliable two-way communication, door control, and recording options in one compact device.

Unlike most cloud-based doorbells, this intercom does not rely on any mandatory third party cloud storage plan. When you pair it with an Avalonix NVR or a complete Avalonix security camera system, video is recorded locally on your own recorder. Live view from the intercom is quick, and playback of recorded video is almost instant because there is no off-site cloud processing or buffering delay. You can also run 24/7 continuous recording on the NVR so you never miss any activity happening outside your door, even if nobody presses the call button.

Why choose this over Ring and other consumer doorbells

If you have used popular consumer doorbells like Ring or SimpliSafe, you already know their limits. They are easy to buy, but you trade away control, recording flexibility, and long term reliability. Our Professional WiFi and PoE Video Doorbell Intercom is built more like an IP camera and access control device, not a disposable gadget.

• PoE power and hard wired Ethernet - Instead of relying only on WiFi and batteries, this intercom can be powered and networked over a single Ethernet cable using PoE 802.3af. That means fewer disconnects, fewer recharges, and more consistent uptime.
• Works with real NVRs, not just the cloud - You can record the intercom camera to an Avalonix NVR along with your other security cameras. Footage stays on your own system for fast, local playback instead of going through a slow cloud service with monthly fees.
• Integrated with access control - This is not just a doorbell camera. It supports up to two electronic door strikes, so you can remotely unlock doors from the app or the optional ICM7 home station. Consumer doorbells rarely do this in a clean, professional way.
• Better fit for offices, warehouses, and storefronts - The metal IP65 housing, PoE option, and support for base stations and NVRs make this intercom suitable for commercial entrances where you expect it to run all day, every day.
• Professional support from CCTV Camera World - When you buy from us, you get support from technicians who actually install and use these devices. We can help with network setup, NVR integration, and door strike wiring in ways big box brands simply do not.

If you are planning a serious security system with real cameras, NVR recording, and controlled entry, this intercom will fit into that ecosystem much more cleanly than a typical app-only doorbell.

What this intercom is best used for

This professional WiFi and PoE video doorbell intercom is designed for users who need a reliable, wired-first door access solution that works with real NVRs, SIP-based devices, and commercial entry hardware. It is especially well-suited for:

• Small businesses that need a doorbell camera with PoE power and Ethernet stability
• Homes wanting a local-recording Ring, Arlo or Nest alternative with no cloud fees
• Storefronts and offices that need a video intercom that can unlock a door strike
• Warehouses and receiving areas where delivery personnel need to call for entry
• Property managers who want a doorbell camera that integrates with an NVR and can record continuously

Because it supports PoE networking, SIP, RTSP, and Avalonix NVR integration, this intercom fits into professional security camera systems without the limitations of cloud-only consumer doorbells.

Features

• 2MP CMOS Image Sensor
• 720P Video Resolution 1280x720 pixels
• 30fps Viewing and Recording Capability at 720P
• Built-in Mic and Speaker for Two-way Audio
• H.264
• Dual Video Streams (Main Stream, Sub Stream)
• Day and Night IR Cut Filter
• 125 degree Angle of View
• Low light sensor with support for IR light from exterior IR illuminators
• View and Talk with Visitors and Remotely Unlock Doors Using the Free Mobile App
• Supports control of up to two Door Strikes
• Ingress Protection IP65
• Wired PoE or WiFi
• Works with Avalonix NVRs and ICM7 home station
• Accepts 12VDC 1 Amp or PoE 802.3af for power

What is included?

• (1) IP Based WiFi Two-Way Intercom Camera
• (1) 12VDC 1 Amp Power Adaptor

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this doorbell intercom require cloud storage?

No. This intercom does not rely on cloud storage or monthly subscriptions. When paired with an Avalonix NVR, all video is stored locally for fast and private playback.

Can it record 24/7 like a security camera?

Yes. When connected to an Avalonix NVR or a complete Avalonix security camera system, the intercom can be recorded continuously, not only when someone presses the call button.

Does it work with WiFi and PoE?

Yes. The intercom supports PoE 802.3af for power and Ethernet, or a 12VDC power connection when using WiFi. To use WiFi, the device must be powered by 12VDC and manually paired with your 2.4GHz network.

Can it unlock a door strike?

Yes. The IC1080POE model includes outputs for controlling up to two electronic door strikes for secure entry management.

Can multiple users answer calls?

Yes. Up to 10 users can access the intercom through the mobile app, allowing homeowners, staff, or employees to answer calls and unlock the door.

Can I view the intercom on my NVR?

Yes. The intercom streams using standard RTSP and integrates directly with Avalonix NVRs for live view and recording.

Specifications