Bring full-featured IP video intercom communication to a compact single-gang entrance location with the Aiphone IX-EA Surface-Mount IP Video Door Station.

Designed for Aiphone IX and IXG Series IP intercom systems, the IX-EA combines a 1.23-megapixel color camera, hands-free audio communication, white low-light illumination, SIP integration, ONVIF video streaming, programmable door-release relay, trigger input, 600Ω audio output, and microSD recording in a compact weather-resistant enclosure.

At only 3-15/16" wide, the IX-EA is ideal for commercial entrances where a smaller surface-mounted IP video intercom is preferred.

Key Features

• Genuine Aiphone IX-EA

• Current IX | IXG Series

• 1-gang surface-mount IP video door station

• Hands-free audio communication

• 1/3" CMOS camera

• 1.23 megapixel

• Manual vertical camera adjustment

• Camera positions: +13°, 0°, or -8°

• White LED for low-light illumination

• Minimum illumination approximately 5 lux

• SIP compliant

• ONVIF Profile S compliant

• RTSP video streaming

• Compatible with all IX | IXG Series devices

• IEEE 802.3af PoE powered

• 5.18W maximum power draw

• One programmable Form C relay output

• Relay rated 24V AC/DC, 1A

• One programmable trigger input

• 600Ω audio output

• Calls up to 20 programmed stations

• Multiple call-priority levels

• Custom audio-message playback

• Audible and visual call-status indication

• microSD audio/video recording

• IEEE 802.1X network security

• Self-extinguishing ABS resin construction

• Weather resistant

• IP54 rated

• CAT-5e / CAT-6 network connection

• Compact commercial entrance design

• UL / cUL listed

Product Specifications

Manufacturer: Aiphone
Model: IX-EA
Series: IX | IXG Series
Product Type: Surface-Mount IP Video Door Station
Mounting Style: 1-Gang Surface Mount
Communication: Hands-Free
Camera: 1/3" CMOS
Camera Resolution: 1.23 Megapixel
Camera Adjustment: +13°, 0°, or -8° Vertical
Minimum Illumination: 5 Lux
Low-Light Illumination: White LED
Audio Codecs: G.711 μ-law / A-law, G.722
Video Codecs: H.264/AVC, Motion JPEG
SIP: Yes
ONVIF Profile S: Yes
RTSP Streaming: Yes
Port Security: IEEE 802.1X
Power Source: IEEE 802.3af PoE Class 0
Maximum Power Draw: 5.18W
Network Interface: 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX Ethernet
Network Cable: CAT-5e or CAT-6
Maximum Standard Network Drop: 330 ft / 100 m
Contact Outputs: 1
Contact Type: Form C Dry Contact
Contact Rating: 24V AC/DC, 1A Resistive
Trigger Inputs: 1
Audio Output: 600Ω
Recording: microSD Card
microSD Card Included: No
Protection Rating: IP54
Material: Self-Extinguishing ABS Resin
Operating Temperature: 14°F to 140°F (-10°C to 60°C)
Height: 6-5/16"
Width: 3-15/16"
Depth: 1-3/4"
Metric Dimensions: 160 × 100 × 43.5 mm

Compact 1-Gang IP Video Intercom

The IX-EA provides full IP video intercom functionality in a compact enclosure designed around a single-gang entrance footprint.

This makes it particularly useful where a full-size IX-DV or IX-DVF would be larger than necessary.

Typical installation locations include:

• Commercial office entrances

• Interior vestibules

• Reception entrances

• Employee entrances

• Retail locations

• Schools

• Medical offices

• Apartment management entrances

• Secured interior doors

IP Video Communication

When a visitor presses the call button:

1. The IX-EA initiates the programmed call

2. Selected answering stations receive the call

3. Video from the entrance camera is displayed

4. The operator answers

5. Hands-free communication begins

6. Authorized personnel can release the entrance when appropriate

The station operates directly on the facility IP network without requiring a traditional intercom central exchange.

1.23-Megapixel Camera

The IX-EA includes a:

1/3" CMOS 1.23-Megapixel Camera

Video can be displayed at compatible Aiphone IX / IXG answering stations and can also be streamed to supported third-party video platforms.

Adjustable Camera Angle

The camera can be manually adjusted during installation to:

• +13°

• 0°

• -8°

This allows the installer to compensate for:

• Station mounting height

• Visitor position

• Floor elevation

• Entrance geometry

The adjustment is mechanical and should be set during installation.

Entrance Viewing Area

Aiphone documents an approximate viewing area of:

2'1" Vertical × 3'1" Horizontal

at approximately:

20" from the station

Actual coverage varies with camera adjustment, mounting height, and entrance conditions.

White Low-Light LED

A built-in white LED helps illuminate visitors when entrance lighting is limited.

Minimum published illumination:

5 Lux

The LED is useful at:

• Exterior entrances

• Covered vestibules

• Dim hallways

• Evening entrances

• Parking-access doors

Hands-Free Audio

The IX-EA provides open-voice hands-free communication through its built-in:

• Microphone

• Speaker

Visitors do not need to use a handset.

Published speaker volume range:

73–96 dB

depending on programming.

Programmable Call Button

The call button can be programmed to call up to:

20 Stations

This allows an entrance to contact multiple destinations such as:

• Reception

• Security

• Guard station

• Property management

• Administrative office

• IX-SOFT workstation

• IX-MV7 answering stations

Call Priority

IX Series programming allows call destinations to be assigned applicable priority levels.

This is useful in systems containing a mix of:

• Visitor entrances

• Security stations

• Emergency communication

• General intercom calls

Visual Call Status Indicators

The IX-EA provides visual indicators for functions including:

• Call placed

• Communication active

• Door release

This gives visitors feedback about the current intercom status.

Custom Audio Messages

Custom sound files can be uploaded to the station and assigned to compatible operating events.

Possible messages can be associated with:

• Call placed

• Communication started

• Door released

• Error condition

• Other programmed functions

This allows the entrance to provide customized instructions instead of relying only on standard tones.

SIP Compliance

The IX-EA is:

SIP Compliant

This provides integration options with compatible:

• SIP servers

• IP PBX systems

• VoIP platforms

• Third-party communication systems

Available functionality depends on the SIP platform and system configuration.

ONVIF Profile S

The IX-EA is:

ONVIF Profile S Compliant

This allows compatible security-video platforms to access the entrance camera stream.

Possible applications include:

• Video management systems

• Network video recorders

• Security monitoring software

• ONVIF-compatible surveillance platforms

RTSP Streaming

The IX-EA also supports:

RTSP Video Streaming

This provides another method for accessing the entrance video from compatible third-party software or recording systems.

microSD Recording

A compatible:

microSD Card

can be installed for local audio/video recording.

The microSD card is:

Not Included

Recording capability depends on system configuration and the installed card.

One Form C Relay Output

The IX-EA provides:

1 Programmable Form C Dry Contact Output

Connections include:

• Normally Open

• Common

• Normally Closed

Relay rating:

24V AC/DC, 1A Resistive

Door Release

The relay can be assigned to operate compatible entrance locking equipment.

Possible applications include:

• Electric strikes

• Magnetic-lock relays

• Gate-control interfaces

• Access-control relays

The connected load must remain within the IX-EA relay rating.

Higher-current locking devices require an appropriately rated external relay.

One Programmable Trigger Input

The IX-EA provides:

1 Programmable Dry Contact Input

The input can be configured for functions such as:

• Trigger an outgoing call

• Answer an incoming call

• Answer a page

• Alarm or auxiliary input

• External push-button activation

The exact function is determined through IX / IXG programming.

600-Ohm Audio Output

The IX-EA includes a:

600Ω Audio Output

with approximately:

300mVrms output at 600Ω termination

This output can be connected to compatible external audio equipment such as a paging amplifier.

Recommended maximum analog audio-output wiring distance is approximately:

49 ft / 15 m

according to Aiphone installation documentation.

PoE Power

The IX-EA operates from:

IEEE 802.3af Class 0 PoE

Maximum power draw:

5.18 Watts

A compatible PoE network switch or injector is required.

Unlike the larger IX-DV and IX-DVF, the IX-EA is designed around PoE power rather than a separate 24VDC station-power option.

CAT-5e / CAT-6 Network Wiring

The station connects to the network using:

• CAT-5e

• CAT-6

Maximum normal Ethernet run:

330 ft / 100 m

between the IX-EA and network node.

Longer distances require suitable Ethernet-extension or network infrastructure.

Network Interface

The IX-EA supports:

10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX Ethernet

and operates as a direct IP endpoint on the network.

Supported Network Protocols

Aiphone documents protocols including:

• IPv4

• IPv6

• TCP

• UDP

• SIP

• HTTP

• HTTPS

• RTSP

• RTP

• RTCP

• IGMP

• MLD

• SMTP

• SFTP

• DHCP

• NTP

• DNS

IEEE 802.1X Security

The station supports:

IEEE 802.1X Port Security

This allows compatible managed networks to authenticate the station before granting network access.

This can be useful in:

• Corporate networks

• Healthcare facilities

• Schools

• Government facilities

• Higher-security commercial systems

IP54 Protection

The IX-EA carries an:

IP54 Rating

This provides protection against applicable dust intrusion and splashing water.

Aiphone identifies the IX-EA as:

Weather Resistant

The station is not marketed with the same vandal-resistance rating as several metal IX Series door stations.

Self-Extinguishing ABS Resin

The IX-EA housing is constructed from:

Self-Extinguishing ABS Resin

This differentiates it from:

• IX-DV – Aluminum die-cast cover

• IX-DVF – Stainless-steel faceplate

• IX-DVM – Aluminum die-cast housing

The IX-EA is intended as a compact weather-resistant option rather than the heavy-duty vandal-resistant station in the IX family.

Surface-Mount Installation

The IX-EA is designed for:

1-Gang Surface Mounting

The compact housing mounts directly at the entrance with the network and option wiring routed behind the station.

Optional SBX-CON1

For installations requiring additional surface wiring or conduit accommodation, consider:

SBX-CON1 – Surface-Mount Box with Conduit Knockouts

The SBX-CON1 can be used with compatible Aiphone door stations including the IX-EA.

This accessory is sold separately.

IX-EA vs. IX-DV

IX-EA

• Compact 3-15/16" wide

• 1-gang surface-mount design

• Self-extinguishing ABS housing

• One relay output

• One trigger input

• PoE power

• IP54

• 1.23MP camera

IX-DV

• Larger commercial surface-mount station

• Aluminum die-cast cover

• Two relay outputs

• Six trigger inputs

• PoE or 24VDC

• PoE pass-through

• IP54 / IK08

• 1.23MP camera

Choose the IX-EA where compact size and basic door-control I/O meet the project requirements.

Choose the IX-DV where heavier construction and additional I/O are needed.

IX-EA vs. IX-DVM

IX-EA

• 3-15/16" wide

• Standard push-button calling

• 1.23MP camera

• One relay

• One input

• ABS construction

IX-DVM

• Only 1-7/8" wide

• Mullion mount

• Touchless call sensor

• 720p WDR camera

• One relay

• One input

• Aluminum die-cast construction

• TAA compliant

Choose according to available mounting width, touchless-call requirement, and project compliance requirements.

IX-EA vs. IX-DVF

IX-EA

Designed for:

• Surface mounting

• Compact 1-gang installations

• Lower-profile commercial entrances

IX-DVF

Designed for:

• Flush mounting

• Stainless-steel entrance applications

• IP65 protection

• Higher vandal resistance

• More relay and input capacity

Compatible Answering Stations

The IX-EA is compatible with all IX | IXG Series devices, including answering stations such as:

• IX-MV7-B – Black IP Video Answering Station

• IX-MV7-W – White IP Video Answering Station

• IX-MV7-HB – Black IP Video Answering Station with Handset

• IX-MV7-HB-L – Black Answering Station with T-Coil Handset

• IX-MV7-HW-JP – White TAA-Compliant Answering Station

• IX-SOFT – PC Answering Station Software

• IXG-MK – IP Video Guard Station

IXG Compatibility

Aiphone identifies the IX-EA as compatible with:

All IX | IXG Series Devices

This allows the compact station to be used in supported systems combining:

• IX commercial-security stations

• IXG tenant equipment

• Guard stations

• IP answering stations

• Door stations

• Other compatible network devices

Ideal Applications

• Commercial office entrances

• Retail entrances

• Medical offices

• Reception entrances

• Property-management offices

• Schools

• Healthcare facilities

• Corporate buildings

• Interior secured doors

• Exterior weather-protected entrances

• Parking-access doors

• SIP intercom installations

• ONVIF video-security systems

• IX Series installations

• IXG Series installations

Important Ordering Information

This listing is for the:

Aiphone IX-EA 1-Gang Surface-Mount IP Video Door Station

Power Requirement

Requires:

IEEE 802.3af PoE

from a compatible PoE network switch or injector.

Network Requirement

Requires:

• CAT-5e or CAT-6 Ethernet cable

• Compatible IP network

Recording

A compatible: microSD Card is required for local recording and is sold separately.

Door Hardware

Electric strikes, magnetic locks, access-control equipment, external relays, and lock power supplies are sold separately.

Optional Surface Box

For compatible surface/conduit applications, use:

SBX-CON1 sold separately.