Description
Need a door phone that stands up to punishing weather while adding keycard access control right at the entry point? The Viking E-70-BK-EWP delivers handsfree two-way audio and proximity card reader access in a textured black package built for demanding outdoor environments.
This unit mounts flush in a standard double gang electrical box, keeping installation clean and straightforward. Enhanced Weather Protection means the internals are sealed with foam rubber gaskets, gel-filled butt connectors, and urethane or thermoplastic-potted circuit boards — built to handle rain, condensation, and harsh outdoor conditions day after day. 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 an apartment building, corporate campus, medical facility, or secure outdoor gate, the E-70-BK-EWP gives you reliable access control and visitor communication without compromise — in a finish that blends into modern architectural environments.
Our Expert Take: The addition of a proximity card reader makes the E-70-BK-EWP a strong choice when you want to 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 EWP durability without the card reader, look at the E-65-SS-EWP instead. For surface mounting the E-70-BK-EWP, pair it with Viking's VE-5x5 Series Surface Mount Box.
Key Features
- Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP) with foam rubber gaskets, sealed connections, gel-filled butt connectors, and urethane/thermoplastic-potted circuit boards
- 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
- Textured black finish for a clean, modern appearance
Technical Specifications
- Housing Material: Textured black finish
- Weather Protection: Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP) — foam rubber gaskets, gel-filled butt connectors, urethane/thermoplastic-potted circuit boards
- 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