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Common Issues
AX Central Exchange Unit Power LED Flashing
Summary The power LED flashes on an AX Central Exchange Unit. Cause Incorrect programming in the AX Setup Software can cause the LED to flash. Solution Check the program settings for the Central Exchange Unit. If there is not an add-on exchange (AX-320C), make sure the program setting for No. 2 through No. 4 are […]
Door Station Lens Damage Recommendation
Summary When an Aiphone AX-DV or AX-DVF door station lens gets scratched, there are a few options to repair it. Solution If the lens on the video door station gets scratched, we recommend using Novus Plastic Polish Kit. This kit comes with three types of scratch removers: #1 plastic polish; #2 fine scratch remover; #3 heavy scratch remover. The same product is widely available online, either in this kit form or individually. We […]
No Video Output on AX CEU During CO Line Communication
Summary No video output on an AX Central Exchange Unit during CO line communication. Cause When a door station establishes communication through the CO output, it occupies a talk path, but no video is present at the respective video output on the CEU. Solution (N/A) Working as intended. All video capabilities of the door station […]
Modifications
AX Series Open Collector Output
Summary The AX-084C and AX-248C have open collector outputs to trigger a recording device when there is a video signal present on the V1 and V2 video outputs. The open collector outputs labeled VCH1 and VCH2 can be used in conjunction with the RY-24L relay. The diagram below shows this connection. If the recording device […]
AX-DV External Switch Modification
Summary Add two wires to AX-DV to allow an external switch to activate the call-in circuit. Instructions Remove the front cover of AX-DV by removing the security screw on the bottom of the unit. Remove the back cover by removing the single screw on the back of the unit. Solder two wires to the […]
Specifications
AX-A Technical Specifications
Interior Sub-Station for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by AX Central Exchange Unit Communication Hands-free Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e or 2-conductor Wiring Distance 980′ Mounting Surface mount directly to the wall Dimensions 7-1/16″ H x 5-⅝” W x 2-3/16″ D
RY-1824L Technical Specifications
Line Drawing Specifications Features Normally open (N/O) contact with a high current rating for door strikes Normally closed (N/C) contact with high current for magnetic locks Use with any 18-24V system that requires door release Power Source Supplied by Master Station or CEU Contact Rating 250V AC, 8A 30V DC, 5A Compatible Stations Form […]
RY-ES Technical Specifications
Line Drawing Specifications Features Allows an external device to be triggered when the intercom is called External device will be activated when the door station calls in Power Source 12-24V DC, 12-16V AC – supplied by Master Station Contact Rating 125V AC, 1.0A 30V DC, 1.0A Compatible Stations External Signaling Relay for AX Series, […]
MCW-S/B Technical Specifications
Line Drawing Specifications Features Allows desk mounting of master and / or handset station Mounting hardware included Station is propped up for easier viewing Pre-drilled mounting holes Constructed with sturdy ABS plastic Adjustable to 45° or 60° angles Compatible Stations AX-8M, AX-8MV, AX-8MV-W, DB-1MD, DB-1SD, GT-1A, GT-1C7, GT-1M3, GT-2C, GT-2H, JF-2HD, JF-2MED, JK-1HD, JK-1MED, […]
SBX-ACE Technical Specifications
Line Drawing Specifications Features Weather resistant Includes space inside for wiring Mounts to 1-gang box or ring Can mount directly to wall surface Material 18 gauge polished stainless steel Mounting Surface mount directly to the wall or 1-gang box Overall Dimensions 7-1⁄16″ H x 9-⅛” W x 4-¼” D (top) 1-⅝” D (bottom) Faceplate […]
KMB-45 Technical Specifications
Line Drawing Specifications Features 45˚ Mullion Mounting Bracket for C-D, GT-D, IF-DA, IX-BA, IX-DA, JO-DA, JP-DA, KB-DAR, KB-DAR-M, or LE-D Can mount to either right or left of the door Mounting Surface mount directly to the wall or mullion Dimensions 5-1/2” H x 5-1/2” W
KAW-D Technical Specifications
Line Drawing Specifications Features Provides a better viewing angle for the camera Compatible with Aiphone 1-gang surface mount door stations Angles 1-gang door stations outward by 30° Can mount to either right or left of door Hinged cover for mounting door station Material ABS Plastic Mounting Surface mount directly to the wall or 1-gang box […]
AC-10S Technical Specifications (Discontinued)
Line Drawing Specifications Power Source 12-24V AC or DC Current Consumption AC: 100mA (max.) DC: 70mA (max.) Number of Relays 2 Relay Contact Capacity 24V DC, 3A (resistive load) 1A (inductive load) 24V AC, 3A (resistive load) 1A (inductive load) Mounting Surface wall mount Protection Rating IP54 Operating Temperature -4°~140° F (-20° ~ 40° […]
AXW-PA Technical Specifications
Paging adaptor for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by Central Exchange Unit or Master Station Input Direct Central Exchange Unit connection Output 600Ω Output to Adaptor 0dB and -20dB, selectable Requirements AUX input (10kΩ) or 100mV for rated output Wiring 2-cond., overall shield — use Aiphone #822202 Wiring Distance 980′ with […]
AXW-AZ Technical Specifications
CCTV Video Adaptor for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by Central Exchange Unit Video Input & Output 75Ω composite video, 1V p-p Video Connectors BNC Video Monitoring 30 sec., controlled by Master Station Camera Activation N/C sensor input, or by Master Station Wiring Cat-5e, 24AWG UTP-4 Wiring Distance AXW-AZ to Central […]
AXW-AVR Technical Specifications
3rd Party Transmission Equipment Audio-Video Adaptor for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by Central Exchange Unit Video Input & Output Composite 1V Peak-to-Peak, NTSC Video Connectors BNC CEU Input RJ-45 Door Release Contact Normally Open contact output; 30V DC, 1A Wiring Cat-5e, 24AWG UTP-4 Wiring Distance AXW-AVR to Central Exchange Unit […]
AXW-AVT Technical Specifications
3rd Party Transmission Equipment Audio-Video Adaptor for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source 24V DC, 500mA supplied by PS-2420UL Video Input & Output Composite 1V Peak-to-Peak, NTSC Video Connectors BNC Door Input RJ-45 Door Release Contact Normally Open contact output; 30V DC, 1A Sensor Normally Closed contact input Wiring Cat-5e, 24AWG UTP-4 Wiring […]
AX-BN Technical Specifications
Interior Sub-Station for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by AX Central Exchange Unit Communication Hands-free Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e or 2-conductor Wiring Distance 980′ Mounting Semi-flush mount Dimensions 8-3/16″ H x 6″ W x 1-15/16″ D Additional Features Privacy button
AX-B Technical Specifications
Interior Sub-Station for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by AX Central Exchange Unit Communication Hands-free Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e or 2-conductor Wiring Distance 980′ Mounting Semi-flush mount Dimensions 8-3/16″ H x 6″ W x 1-15/16″ D
AX-AN Technical Specifications
Interior Sub-Station for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by AX Central Exchange Unit Communication Hands-free Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e or 2-conductor Wiring Distance 980′ Mounting Surface mount directly to the wall Dimensions 7-1/16″ H x 5-⅝” W x 2-3/16″ D Additional Features Privacy button
AX-8M Technical Specifications
Audio Master Station for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source 24V DC Supplied by AX CEU Communication Hands-free Headset Jack 3.5mm microphone and speaker jacks Calling Capacity Up to 7 additional master stations Up to 120 door / sub stations Wiring CAT5e/6 homerun to CEU Wiring Distance 330′ Mounting Desk or Surface wall […]
AX-DVF-P Technical Specifications
Vandal Resistant Color Video Door Station with Built-In Proximity Card Reader for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by AX Central Exchange Unit Communication Hands-free Camera 1/4″ CCD Camera Angle Area View: 2′ 1″ vertical x 3′ 1″ horizontal at 20″ Card Reader HID® ProxPoint® Plus reader (6005B) Minimum Illumination 5 lux […]
AX-DVF Technical Specifications
Vandal Resistant Color Video Door Station with Built-In Proximity Card Reader for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by AX Central Exchange Unit Communication Hands-free Camera 1/4″ CCD Camera Angle Area View: 2′ 1″ vertical x 3′ 1″ horizontal at 20″ Minimum Illumination 5 lux Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: […]
AX-DV-P Technical Specifications
Color Video Door Station with Built-In Proximity Card Reader for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by AX Central Exchange Unit Communication Hands-free Camera 1/4″ CCD Camera Angle Area View: 2′ 1″ vertical x 3′ 1″ horizontal at 20″ Card Reader HID® ProxPoint® Plus (6005B) Minimum Illumination 5 lux Wiring Door Station […]
AX-DV Technical Specifications
Color Video Door Station for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied by AX Central Exchange Unit Communication Hands-free Camera 1/4″ CCD Camera Angle Area View: 2′ 1″ vertical x 3′ 1″ horizontal at 20″ Minimum Illumination 5 lux Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e Wiring Distance 980′ Mounting Surface wall […]
AX-320C Technical Specifications
Add-on Exchange Unit for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source 24V DC, 2A. PS-2420UL (1 for an audio-only system,2 for audio/video system) Current Consumption Maximum 400mA Door Release Contact 24V AC/DC, 500mA Station Capacity 32 door/sub stations per add-on unit Wiring RJ45 plugs for CAT-5e homerun wire runs from each master and door/sub […]
AX-248C Technical Specifications
8 Master, 24 Door/Sub Central Exchange Unit for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source 24V DC, 2A. PS-2420UL (1 for an audio-only system,2 for audio/video system) Current Consumption Maximum 3.2A Door Release Contact 24V AC/DC, 500mA Station Capacity 8 master stations, 24 door/sub stations Wiring RJ45 plugs for CAT-5e homerun wire runs from […]
IE-SSR Technical Specifications
Vandal Resistant Sub Station for the AX, IE, and KB Series Systems. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied from Central exchange unit or Master Station Communication Open voice hands-free communication Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e or 2-conductor, PE insulation, Aiphone wire #822202 when not using Central exchange unit Wiring Distance 980′(Cat-5e with […]
IE-SS/A Technical Specifications
Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied from Central exchange unit or Master Station Communication Open voice hands-free communication Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e or 2-conductor, PE insulation, Aiphone wire #822202 when not using Central exchange unit Wiring Distance 980′(Cat-5e with AX Series) 1,180′(18′ AWG) 500′(22 AWG) Faceplate Material 12-gauge stainless steel Mounting […]
IE-JA Technical Specifications
Flush Mount Door Station with Stainless Steel Cover for AX, IE, and KB Series Systems. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied from Central exchange unit or Master Station Communication Open voice hands-free communication Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e or 2-conductor, PE insulation, Aiphone wire #871802 when not using Central exchange unit Wiring […]
IF-DA Technical Specifications
Surface Mount Door Station for the AX, IE, and KB Series Systems. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied from Central exchange unit or Master Station Communication Open voice hands-free communication Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e or 2-conductor, PE insulation, Aiphone wire #871802 when not using Central exchange unit Wiring Distance 980′(18 AWG […]
AX-DM Technical Specifications
Mullion Mount Door Station for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source Supplied from Central exchange unit Communication Open voice hands-free communication (auto voice actuation or PTT controlled by Master Station) Wiring Door Station to Central Exchange Unit: Cat-5e or 2-conductor, PE insulation, Aiphone wire #871802 when not using Central exchange unit Wiring Distance […]
AX-084C Technical Specifications
4 Master, 8 Door/Sub Central Exchange Unit for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source 24V DC, 2A. PS-2420UL (1 for an audio-only system,2 for audio/video system) Current Consumption Video: Maximum 0.62A Audio: Maximum 0.65A Door Release Contact 24V AC/DC, 500mA Station Capacity 4 master stations, 8 door/sub stations Wiring RJ45 plugs for CAT-5e […]
AX-16SW Technical Specifications
16 Door/Sub Master Station Add-On Selector for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Calling Capacity 16 Sub Stations per Unit Wiring By two junction connectors (supplied) plugged to each Master AX-8M or AX-8MV, and to next add-on selector AX-16SW. Mounting Desk or Surface wall mount Operating Temperature 32°~104° F (0° ~ 40° C) Dimensions 6-7⁄8″ […]
AX-8MV Technical Specifications
Audio Video Master Station for the AX Series. Line Drawing Specifications Power Source 24V DC Supplied by AX CEU Communication Hands-free Screen 3.5″ TFT color LCD Scanning Lines 525 lines Video Output NTSC Standard 1Vpp (0.7-1.4Vpp) Headset Jack 3.5mm microphone and speaker jacks Calling Capacity Up to 7 additional master stations Up to 120 door […]
Tips
Door Station Lens Damage Recommendation
Summary When an Aiphone AX-DV or AX-DVF door station lens gets scratched, there are a few options to repair it. Solution If the lens on the video door station gets scratched, we recommend using Novus Plastic Polish Kit. This kit comes with three types of scratch removers: #1 plastic polish; #2 fine scratch remover; #3 heavy scratch remover. The same product is widely available online, either in this kit form or individually. We […]
No Video Output on AX CEU During CO Line Communication
Summary No video output on an AX Central Exchange Unit during CO line communication. Cause When a door station establishes communication through the CO output, it occupies a talk path, but no video is present at the respective video output on the CEU. Solution (N/A) Working as intended. All video capabilities of the door station […]
Wiring Diagrams
External Signaling with the AX Master Station
Summary Steps on connecting an external signaling device such as a chime or bell to an AX master station Solution Follow the diagram below using the 6-pin connector included with the AX master station. Step 1 Connect Brown (V+) and Red (V-) to standard coax monitor / DVR input. The maximum wire run is 5’. […]
AX Series Open Collector Output
Summary The AX-084C and AX-248C have open collector outputs to trigger a recording device when there is a video signal present on the V1 and V2 video outputs. The open collector outputs labeled VCH1 and VCH2 can be used in conjunction with the RY-24L relay. The diagram below shows this connection. If the recording device […]
AX Series with Viking K-1900-5 and RC-2A for CO Line Transfer and Door Release
Summary The Viking K-1900-5 is used for the CO Line Transfer mode, transferring a door station call to a programmed telephone number. With communication established on the phone line, the Viking RC-2A allows the telephone to trigger a single door release contact. Wiring Diagram Max. distance from each door station to AX CEU is […]
Application Notes
AX Series with Viking K-1900-5 and RC-2A for CO Line Transfer and Door Release
Summary The Viking K-1900-5 is used for the CO Line Transfer mode, transferring a door station call to a programmed telephone number. With communication established on the phone line, the Viking RC-2A allows the telephone to trigger a single door release contact. Wiring Diagram Max. distance from each door station to AX CEU is […]
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