Description
Want a door phone that combines proximity card access control with a finish that complements upscale architectural interiors and entryways? The Viking E-70-BN delivers handsfree two-way audio and built-in proximity card reader access in a distinctive oil rubbed bronze finish.
This unit mounts flush in a standard double gang electrical box, keeping installation clean and straightforward. The built-in proximity card reader features a blue LED automatic backlight, giving users clear visual confirmation at the reader and adding a layer of access control directly at the door. Volume controls for both speaker and microphone let you tune audio on-site, while selectable auto-answer enables passive remote monitoring without a visitor needing to press anything. Intelligent call progress detection automatically ends calls when the conversation is done, so lines stay free and the system keeps running efficiently.
Whether you're managing entry at a luxury apartment building, boutique hotel, corporate lobby, or medical facility, the E-70-BN gives you reliable access control and visitor communication in a warm, refined finish that blends seamlessly into upscale environments.
Our Expert Take: The oil rubbed bronze finish makes the E-70-BN the right call when aesthetics matter as much as function — think high-end residential buildings or professional office lobbies where a textured black or stainless steel finish would feel out of place. The built-in proximity card reader lets you consolidate intercom and keycard access into a single clean installation rather than mounting separate devices side by side. The blue LED automatic backlight on the reader is a practical touch — users know exactly where to present their card in low-light conditions. If you need the same integrated card reader in a standard black finish with Enhanced Weather Protection for demanding outdoor locations, look at the E-70-BK-EWP instead. For surface mounting the E-70-BN, pair it with Viking's VE-5x5 Series Surface Mount Box.
Key Features
- Oil rubbed bronze finish for a warm, upscale appearance suited to high-end architectural environments
- Built-in proximity card reader for integrated access control at the entry point
- Blue LED automatic backlight on proximity card reader for easy low-light use
- Handsfree two-way communication — no handset required
- Selectable auto-answer for passive remote monitoring
- Intelligent call progress detection automatically ends calls upon completion
- Field-adjustable trim pots and DIP switches for on-site configuration
- Independent volume controls for both speaker and microphone
- Compact flush-mount design fits a standard double gang electrical box
- Compatible with Viking VE-5x5 Series Surface Mount Boxes for surface installation
Technical Specifications
- Housing Material: Oil rubbed bronze finish
- Access Control: Built-in proximity card reader with blue LED automatic backlight
- Camera: None
- Mounting: Flush mount in standard double gang electrical box; surface mount with VE-5x5 Series box (sold separately)
- Configuration: Field-adjustable trim pots and DIP switches
- Reference Document: DOD 859