Akuvox R20BX5 5-Button SIP Door Phone with Video & Card Reader
The Akuvox R20BX5 is a 5-button SIP video door phone built for small multi-tenant buildings, offices, and apartment entries. It combines a 2MP wide-angle camera with a built-in 13.56MHz/125kHz RF card reader, giving each of the 5 named call buttons its own resident while also supporting card-based access for regular occupants. Powered by PoE, rated IP65 for outdoor use, and installable flush or wall-mounted.
Key Specifications
Core Features
Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | R20BX5 |
| Front Panel | Aluminium alloy |
| Camera Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS, 2MP |
| Video Resolution | Up to 1920x1080, 30fps (1080p) |
| Video Codec | H.264 |
| Viewing Angle | 110° (H) / 58° (V) |
| Minimum Illumination | 0.1 LUX (auto-night mode with IR LEDs) |
| Buttons | 5, with name plate |
| Card Reader | 13.56MHz & 125kHz RF |
| SIP Protocol | SIP v1 (RFC2543), SIP v2 (RFC3261) |
| Audio Codecs | G.711a, G.711μ (narrowband), G.722 (wideband) |
| Ethernet | RJ45, 10/100Mbps adaptive |
| Power Supply | PoE (802.3af) or 12V DC |
| Relay Outputs | 2, individually controlled by DTMF |
| Inputs | 2 |
| Wiegand Port | Supported |
| RS485 Port | Supported |
| Microphone / Speaker | 1 / 1 |
| IP Rating | IP65 (waterproof and dust-proof) |
| Installation | Flush-mounted or wall-mounted |
| Flush-Mount Dimensions | 226 x 108 x 52mm |
| Wall-Mount Dimensions | 185 x 85 x 24mm |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The R20BX5 is a 5-button SIP video door phone suited to small apartment blocks, townhouse complexes, and office entries where up to 5 tenants or departments need their own dedicated call button, alongside card-based access for everyday residents.
The R20BX5 combines both a 5-button speed-dial panel and a built-in RF card reader in one unit, so visitors can call a specific resident by button while regular occupants tap a card or fob to enter without calling anyone.
The built-in reader supports both 13.56MHz (Mifare/DESFire-style) and 125kHz (EM/proximity-style) RF cards and fobs, covering the two most common access card formats used in Australian buildings.
Yes. The R20BX5 includes Wiegand and RS485 ports alongside its 2 relay outputs, allowing it to connect to third-party access control panels and controllers in addition to operating as a standalone SIP door phone.
Yes. It's rated IP65 for weatherproof outdoor use and operates from -30°C to +60°C, with a choice of flush-mount or wall-mount installation depending on the entryway.
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