Description
Need a tough, no-nonsense phone that works outdoors in rain, snow, or high-traffic areas where it might take some abuse? The Viking K-1900-812L-EWP is built exactly for that.
This analog hot-line panel phone can automatically dial a pre-programmed number the moment you pick up the handset — perfect for emergency calls, customer service, or gate entry. It also works as a regular touch-tone phone or a multi-number speed dialer. The heavy-duty 316 marine-grade stainless steel panel, armored 12" handset cable with internal steel lanyard, metal keypad, and metal cradle make it extremely vandal resistant.
Thanks to Viking’s Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP), it’s rated to handle precipitation and condensation (IP66 level), so you can install it outdoors with confidence. No batteries needed — it runs on standard analog phone line power.
Whether you’re outfitting a loading dock, parking garage, kiosk, or security gate, this phone is designed to keep working when others fail.
Expert Take: If you need a “set it and forget it” phone that survives real-world abuse without constant maintenance, this is it. It replaces expensive leased ringdown circuits and gives you full control. Highly recommended for commercial, industrial, and public-facing installations.
Key Features
- Vandal Resistant Design — 14-gauge 316 stainless steel panel, armored handset cable with internal lanyard, heavy-duty metal keypad and cradle, hex-drive mounting screws
- Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP) — Meets IP66 rating with gaskets, sealed connections, gel-filled butt connectors, and protected circuitry for outdoor use exposed to rain or condensation
- Flexible Calling Modes — Auto-dials one programmable number (up to 32 digits) when handset is lifted, multi-number speed dial mode (adds 5 more numbers), or use as standard touch-tone/pulse phone
- Hearing Aid Compatible — Amplified handset with sealed volume control button and programmable default volume
- Security & Control — 6-digit programmable security code, blocks pocket dialer fraud, limited toll restriction, programmable pre-dial pause
- Easy Installation — Line-powered (no batteries or external power needed), includes zinc-plated rough-in box with conduit knockouts; flush or surface mount options
- Reliable Memory — All programming stored in non-volatile memory
Technical Specifications
- Power: Telephone line powered (20V DC / 18mA minimum)
- Dimensions: 5.0″ W x 10.0″ H x 4.93″ D (phone); 5.0″ W x 10.0″ H x 5.61″ D (overall)
- Handset Cable: 12″ to 12.7″ armored with internal stainless steel lanyard
- Shipping Weight: 5 lbs (2.3 kg)
- Operating Temperature: -30°F to 140°F (-34°C to 60°C)
- Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
- Dialing: Touch tone or pulse; normal or fast speeds
- Connections: 2 gel-filled butt connectors
- Certifications: FCC Part 68, FCC Part 15, EWP (IP66 level protection)
- Mounting: Includes zinc-plated steel rough-in box with two 0.75″ conduit knockouts; optional VE-5×10 surface mount box available