Door Knox VDP102 User manual

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•Professional Door Entry Systems •

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Introduction
The DoorKnox range of high spec equipment can
be combined to create a comprehensive video
door entry system for any environment. From a
small residential project with a single camera and
a modest 4” monitor to multiple cameras with key
code and key fob entry displayed on multiple 10”
monitors for a large commercial site.
Each external door camera has its own distinctive
style to suit the taste of the customer and the
environment it is being installed into. They all
feature a high resolution 800TVL camera, two way
audio and IR LEDs so you can still see who’s calling
on the darkest of nights.
Our touch button monitors provide you with full
control of your door entry system and are available
in a choice of three sizes; 4”, 7” and 10”. Two door
cameras and two door locks can be connected to
the monitor as well as two analogue CCTV cameras
with alarms for intruder detection.
For added security and peace of mind all of our
monitors have a clever feature which captures a
snapshot whenever the door camera is pressed
and saves it into the built in internal storage. The
storage capacity can be extended with the 32GB
memory card supplied with the monitor. There’s
also video output for connecting to a DVR for a
fully integrated security system.
With the feature packed DoorKnox range you
can create a complete, versatile video door entry
solution which out performs any other.

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Contents
Commonly Asked Questions 04
VDP101 - Traditional Door Entry Camera 06
VDP102 - Wide Angle Door Entry Camera 08
VDP103 - Secure Access Door Entry Camera 10
Door Entry Monitors 14
Wiring A System 19
Connections 19
Powering & Cabling 20
System Overview 21
Door Cameras To Door Monitors 22
Auxiliary Cameras & Alarms 23
Connecting A System To An Alien DVR 24
Connecting A Camera To An Alien DVR 25
Recording On An Alien DVR 28
Using The Menu System 33
Using Your Door Entry System 42
Fault Finding 44
Other Products To Consider 45

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Commonly Asked Questions
Q. What does the DoorKnox do?
In its basic format it consists of 1 monitor located
inside a property and a camera with a “Call button” on
the outside of the property. When someone presses
the Call button it chimes the monitor and the person
inside can see the visitor. A two way intercom allows
the occupier to chat to the visitor and then remotely
operate a door release to let the visitor in.
Q. Does the DoorKnox record the visitor if I’m out, so I
can see who’s been? How do I view the images?
Yes it does. It can record a small amount of video
(2mins) or around 80 images on an SD card inside the
monitor. You can play them on the monitor or you
could take the micro-SD card out and play it on a PC.
Q. If I’m not at home can the DoorKnox remotely notify
me if someone is at my property?
Yes it can! To do this you need to link the DoorKnox to
the “AlienDVR”. The DoorKnox's Call button and video
output are connected to the DVR. When someone
presses the Call button on the DoorKnox camera it
“alarms” the DVR. The DVR records the visitor and
can email you three snap shots from the camera to
your phone! You could then log into the DVR via the
AlienDVR app and see and hear live video and audio!
Q. Wow. Could I remotely open a door using my phone?
Yes using the AlienDVR phone app and its relay
controls to open the door. You will need to t a
suitable electromechanical lock to the door as well.
Q. So one of the real benets of the DoorKnox is you
can link it to the AlienDVR?
Yes, it’s the number one feature, making it a really
comprehensive system. Most low cost Video door
phones don’t have this system integration.
Q. Can I see the DVR's output on the DoorKnox screen?
Yes! The DoorKnox monitor can accept two additional
composite video inputs from additional standard
CCTV cameras or a DVR's video output. If the DVR
doesn’t have a composite video output you can create
one with a composite convertor like the CNV100.
Q. So that means I could play the DVR through the
DoorKnox and watch footage on the DoorKnox screen?
Yes you would simply select the auxiliary video on the

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Commonly Asked Questions
DoorKnox monitor and you would be able to see the
DVR output. The DoorKnox doesn’t control the DVR so
you would still need the DVR's remote control.
Q. Can I use the DoorKnox to win sales from?
Sure, you can sell it as a new system OR integrated
to an old system! Go around your customers and tell
them it’s a new add on to the AlienDVR!
Q. What other features could be useful to me?
You could add a DoorKnox camera to the DVR directly to
get a really low cost CCTV camera that’s also a “doorbell”.
Q. So I can wire a DoorKnox camera to the DVR?
Yes you can! It’s the perfect solution for cameras in
entrances and door ways to get a great mug shot of
your visitors! The camera just needs 12V power and
has a video output that the AlienDVR will see and
record straight away.
Q. It is amazing! Can the DVR record sound from the
cameras alone if I don’t have a monitor?
Yes it can but you need a few simple additional
components to do that which System Q can supply.
Q. So if I just have the camera can I use the Call button
to directly trigger the DVR as well, again without the
DoorKnox monitor?
Indeed!! Again you need the additional components.
Q. Can you get all these features with the DoorKnox on
other DVRs than the Alien?
No. Some features like the video may work on other
DVR’s (if it’s a multi technology input) but it’s unlikely
audio or alarms will work, you need to use the Alien.
Q. Can you use DoorKnox as an access control point
with a key pad or entry card?
Yes! We do an external camera unit with both those
features! This allows yourself, sta or residents an easy
and simple way to enter and unlock a door or a gate.
Q. Is it easy to t?
Very easy. A basic system uses a four core cable
between the camera and monitor so it’s a doddle.
Q. If I don’t have the DoorKnox monitor can I talk directly
back to a DoorKnox camera from the DVR?
Not yet but we are working on it!

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VDP101 - Traditional Door Entry Camera
Image Sensor 1/3” CMOS
Resolution 800TVL
Lens Type 3.7mm Pinhole / 68º Viewing Angle
Power 12V DC / ≤200mA
Build Rust-proof aluminium alloy
Dimensions (H) 123.5 x (W) 44.5 x (D) 50mm (Including Shield)
The stone eect and classic
design of the VDP101
makes it a rm favourite for
installs on more traditional
properties.
The camera is supplied
with an optional sun/rain
shield and angled bracket
to help you capture the
best possible images.
There’s also a matching
recessed mount bracket
available for a smarter
looking nish.
Order code
VDP101-BASE ( See pg 48 ).
Features & Connections
3.7mm Pinhole
lens
Microphone
IR LEDs and
photocell
Call button
Mounting
hole
Mounting
hole
Concealed
speaker

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VDP101 - Traditional Door Entry Camera
Mounting
When mounting the door entry camera we recommend
that it is installed between 150 to 160cm above the oor
(About 5 feet) and where it will not be in direct sunlight.
VDP101-BASE
recess mount also
available (pg 48).
Recess required
129 x 46 x 17mm
A
Countersunk
cross-head
B
Pan head
cross-head
+12V DC (Red)
Audio (White)
GND (Black)
Video (Yellow)
NO (Green)
NC (Brown)
COM (Orange)
Speaker Volume
Control
Surface Mounting
Recessed Mounting
Angle Mounting
A
A
AA
A
BB
B
B
A
For more information on wiring a system see pages 19-27.

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VDP102 - Wide Angle Door Entry Camera
Image Sensor 1/3” CMOS
Resolution 800TVL
Lens Type 2.4mm Wide Angle Pinhole / 110º Viewing Angle
Power 12V DC / ≤200mA
Build Rust-proof aluminium alloy
Dimensions (H) 128 x (W) 49 x (D) 41mm
With its sleek and
contemporary design the
VDP102 looks great on
modern residential, retail
and commercial installs.
The wide angle 2.4mm
lens allows you to see
more giving you a better
idea as to who’s calling.
The VDP102 features a
built-in sun/rain shield
and is supplied with an
optional angled bracket
so that you can attain the
perfect image.
Features & Connections
2.4mm wide
angle lens
Microphone
IR LEDs and
photocell
Call button
Concealed
speaker

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VDP102 - Wide Angle Door Entry Camera
+12V DC (Red)
Audio (White)
GND (Black)
Video (Yellow)
NO (Green)
NC (Brown)
COM (Orange)
Speaker Volume
Control
Mounting
When mounting the door entry camera we recommend
that it is installed between 150 to 160cm above the oor
(About 5 feet) and where it will not be in direct sunlight.
Surface Mounting
Angle
Mounting
A
B
AB
B
A
For more information on wiring a system see pages 19-27.

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VDP103 - Secure Access Door Entry Camera
Image Sensor 1/3” CMOS
Resolution 800TVL
Lens Type 3.6mm Board / 85º Viewing Angle
Power 12V DC / ≤300mA
Build Rust-proof aluminium alloy
Dimensions (H) 210 x (W) 105 x (D) 32mm
With a stylish brushed
aluminium nish and quality
build the VDP103 is ideal for
retail and commercial projects.
As well as functioning as a
standard door entry camera,
trusted users can also gain
entrance to the building using
the VDP103 with either a key
card, programmable key code
or key fob (2 key fobs supplied).
Use a combination of up to
40 key fobs and key cards.
Order Code Fob VDPFOB01
Order Code Card VDPCARD01
Features & Connections
3.6mm lens
Microphone
IR LEDs and
photocell
Call button
Speaker
Name plate
(Push down
on either side
to remove)
Keypad &
key fob sensor