Traditional intercom systems were once simple audio-based tools used for basic communication and remote door unlocking. It enabled residents to talk to visitors and conveniently unlock doors from a distance using audio signals only. Nevertheless, these older analog systems were limited in terms of integration capabilities, security features, and remote access options. With the changing landscape of living, there arose a necessity for more advanced and interconnected solutions to meet modern demands.
Introduction to Smart Intercom Evolution
From Traditional to IoT-Enabled Systems
The advancement of the Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized these fundamental systems into smart gateways that seamlessly connect with various smart home and building management technologies. Incorporating a wide-dynamic lens camera for the access control system allows for adaptation to challenging environments with varying light intensities while providing rapid recognition and high accuracy levels. For example, the WO802 model supports a facial recognition database of 5,000–50,000 entries. This level of sophistication is now considered the norm in residential complexes.
Why Modern Apartments Need Smarter Solutions
Modern-day inhabitants desire more than a call and unlock feature; they seek smooth connectivity with real-time monitoring and integrated security systems in place for enhanced convenience and heightened safety measures, for residents and property managers alike.
The Role of IoT in Intercom Innovation
How IoT Enhances Communication
The role of IoT in transforming apartment intercoms lies in its ability to connect multiple devices and systems through the internet. With SIP-based protocols and cloud integration, intercoms can now communicate across platforms—mobile apps, indoor stations, surveillance cameras—ensuring that residents are always connected regardless of their location. Residents can connect the system with indoor monitors or a WeChat mini program for both audio and video communication, as well as remote door opening capabilities, which allows them to securely control visitor access via their smartphones even when they are not at home.
Real-Time Connectivity Across Devices
IoT-enabled intercom systems provide instant notifications and live video streaming on various devices like smartphones and tablets. To illustrate this point further with an example. The WO501 face recognition terminal does not support audio and video intercom using SIP protocol, but also facilitates both one-to-one and one-to-many communication options (group or individual calls). Additionally, it incorporates facial recognition technology for identity verification purposes, as well as collecting on-site facial information seamlessly within its operations. Users can react to visitors or potential threats due to the live connectivity provided, enabling quick responses and actions when needed.
Integration with Smart Locks
Unlocking Doors Remotely via Intercom
One of the advantages of integrating IoT is the ability to remotely unlock doors—an essential feature that allows residents to provide access using either an indoor monitor such as WI704 or a mobile application interface, from any location. The system enables bidirectional video calls with the door device or video doorbell. It also supports remote door access. A handy feature for deliveries or guest arrivals in the absence of anyone at home.
Seamless Visitor Access Management
Modern intercom systems also offer the option to set up access codes for visitors or service personnel on a temporary or scheduled basis. Uniwin Global’s system is compatible with protocols such as MQTT and HTTP, as well as WEBSOCKETS to enable seamless integration of third-party applications for additional features, like tracking visitor activity and managing timed access permissions.
Connecting with Surveillance Cameras
Live Video Feeds Through Intercoms
Smart intercommunication systems offer real-time video feeds from IP cameras or smart doorbells like Woz01 on devices inside homes, such as WI701, or through applications. The indoor device can link with a maximum of 8 video doorbells or regular IPC cameras, allowing residents to visually confirm the identity of visitors before permitting entry, thereby enhancing security measures significantly.
Event-Triggered Camera Recording
The sophisticated motion detection capabilities guarantee that any questionable movements are promptly captured without intervention required, It enables the automatic capturing of images and videos based not only on motion but also by human presence for enhanced security measures, in real-time situations, and potentially aiding in future investigations as substantiating evidence when necessary.
Linking to Community Platforms
Centralized Resident Notifications
Property management can push messages directly to residents through the IoT intercom platform. Brought together in one platform that can be accessed through indoor monitors or mobile apps, making it easy to stay informed about maintenance updates or package deliveries—all in one place.” The platform for managing cloud services facilitates the provision of community services and promotes efficient communication among management teams and residents.
Booking and Access Control Features
Residents have the option to book facilities such as fitness centers and meeting areas using the platform that also handles intercom functions, streamlining daily activities and enhancing openness among community members.
Benefits for Residents and Property Managers
Increased Security and Peace of Mind
Residents benefit from advanced security features such as blacklist alerts and liveness detection provided by models like the WR501 binocular face recognition terminal that captures event snapshots during access events, for safety measures throughout the day. The use of these advancements helps prevent access while providing reassurance, with automated surveillance features.
Streamlined Operations and Maintenance
Property managers gain advantages from having control panels that allow them to oversee resident databases and logs easily and update firmware remotely or add new devices without direct physical interaction. They can carry out tasks like administrators can remotely add or update personnel records to facilitate facial recognition attendance data export via the web or WeChat mini program. This helps decrease the amount of work needed while enhancing how quickly we can respond to maintenance problems.
Why Choose Uniwin-Global Solutions
Unique Features of Uniwin-Global Intercoms
Uniwin-Global was established in 2016. Focuses on developing smart apartment solutions using SIP technology that combines high-quality hardware with intelligent software capabilities like WO501 and WI704, designed for various settings, including hospitals and schools, as well as apartment complexes. Our systems include high-definition cameras with dynamic range capabilities that adjust to different lighting conditions, ensuring accurate facial recognition at high speeds, even in challenging environments.
Compatibility with Existing Smart Devices
Our products are designed to work with protocols to make sure they can be used with other cloud platforms and smart home systems you may already have in place. The M588 motherboard supports Android, Linux, kylin, Tongxin UOS and Hongmeng operating systems. It also integrate seamlessly with WeChat mini programs to ensure that all parts of your infrastructure work together smoothly, across the board.
FAQ
Q: Can I use Uniwin-Global’s intercom system in older buildings?
A: Yes! Our SIP-based solutions are designed to be modular, making them ideal for both new builds and retrofits without requiring extensive rewiring work.
Q: Are these systems compatible with my smartphone?
A: Absolutely. Our systems support app-based controls, including WeChat mini-programs, allowing full remote functionality, including video calls & door unlocking features. Support mini-program remote door opening.
Q: What kind of warranty do you offer?
A: Product defect rate is below 1%, motherboard warranty period 1 year. We also offer responsive after-sales support within 48 hours maximum resolution time. Customer issues will be responded to within 2 hours.
Q: How scalable is your solution?
A: Whether you’re managing a single villa using our WI704 unit or an entire residential complex, we offer flexible scalability options tailored to your needs.
