Product SKU: DS-KD8005-IME1-S
Product Overview
The Hikvision DS-KD8005-IME1-S is the stainless steel main unit for the KD8 Series modular IP video intercom system, combining a 5 MP entrance camera, two-way audio, PoE networking and two-lock access control in one outdoor-rated module. Its wide 134° horizontal field of view helps capture visitors standing close to the entrance, while 100 dB WDR improves facial visibility where bright outdoor light and shaded entry areas appear in the same scene. The stainless steel finish suits premium residential, apartment, office and commercial entrances where the appearance of the door station matters alongside its intercom functions. The unit supports standard PoE or 12 VDC power, web-based configuration and flexible zero, one or two-button operation. It should be planned as part of a complete modular system, with the required mounting frame, indoor stations, lock hardware, power supplies and optional KD8 modules selected separately.
Key Capabilities
5 MP Entrance Camera
The 3200 × 1800 camera provides detailed entrance video for visitor identification. Its wide viewing angle is useful where people stand close to the panel and a narrower camera could miss part of the doorway or calling area.
Stainless Steel Finish
The stainless steel front gives the module a more architectural appearance than a standard painted or aluminium-finished panel. It is well suited to premium homes, apartment foyers, offices and commercial entrances with matching stainless steel hardware.
Clear Two-Way Communication
A built-in omnidirectional microphone and loudspeaker support two-way intercom conversations. Noise suppression and echo cancellation help improve speech clarity when communicating through a compatible indoor station or supported intercom client.
Two-Lock Access Control
Two relay outputs allow the module to control two external locking points. This is useful for entrances with a pedestrian gate and building door, an airlock arrangement or two separately managed access points.
PoE Network Installation
IEEE 802.3af standard PoE can carry power and network data over one Ethernet cable. This helps simplify structured intercom installations where a compatible PoE switch is available and reduces the need for a separate local power connection.
Outdoor Entrance Protection
IP65 weather protection and an IK08 impact rating make the unit suitable for outdoor entrance locations when installed with the correct mounting frame, sealing, back box and cable termination.
Best For
- Premium Residential Entrances: Suitable for homes requiring video calling, door release and a stainless steel entrance finish.
- Apartment and Strata Properties: The modular platform can be expanded for resident calling, keypad entry and card access where compatible modules are selected.
- Office Reception Doors: Supports visitor verification and controlled entry at reception areas, staff entrances and secured internal doors.
- Gates and Dual-Door Entrances: Two relay outputs suit installations requiring control of two separate locks or entry points.
- Architectural Intercom Panels: The stainless steel finish suits entrance designs where visible hardware needs a cleaner commercial or premium appearance.
Why Choose the DS-KD8005-IME1-S
The DS-KD8005-IME1-S is a practical choice when the entrance requires the functions of Hikvision’s modular KD8 platform with a stainless steel exterior. It combines detailed entrance video, two-way communication, PoE installation and access control for two locks while allowing the panel to be expanded with compatible call-button, keypad, reader or display modules. The stainless steel finish is the key reason to choose this version over the standard model, particularly for apartment foyers, premium homes and commercial entrances where the panel must complement surrounding architectural hardware. Available through Security Wholesalers, the DS-KD8005-IME1-S suits professionally planned modular installations rather than buyers looking for a complete single-box intercom kit. The mounting hardware, indoor stations, locks and additional modules must still be selected for the final project.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: The current DS-KD8005-IME1-S specification lists a 5 MP camera, not a 2 MP camera. Use the exact model number and current specification when replacing an older unit or comparing product listings.
Buyer Tip: Confirm the complete entrance layout before ordering. The main unit may also require a matching stainless steel mounting frame, indoor stations, a PoE switch or 12 VDC supply, lock power supplies, electric locks and any additional KD8 modules required by the installation.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Product Type |
KD8 Series modular IP video intercom door-station main unit. |
| Front Finish |
Stainless steel. |
| Camera |
5 MP entrance camera. |
| Video Resolution |
3200 × 1800. |
| Field of View |
134° horizontal and 82° vertical. |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
100 dB WDR. |
| Supplement Light |
Built-in low-light supplement lighting. |
| Audio Input |
Built-in omnidirectional microphone. |
| Audio Output |
Built-in loudspeaker. |
| Audio Processing |
Noise suppression and echo cancellation. |
| Call Buttons |
Flexible configuration for zero, one or two call buttons. |
| Lock Control |
2 relay outputs for external lock control. |
| Exit Button Inputs |
2 inputs. |
| Door Contact Inputs |
2 inputs. |
| Alarm Inputs |
4 inputs, configured as two exit-button and two door-contact inputs by default. |
| Network Interface |
1 × RJ45 10/100 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet port. |
| Network Protocols |
TCP/IP, RTSP, RTP, SIP and ONVIF. |
| RS-485 |
1 interface for compatible Hikvision sub-module communication. |
| Tamper Protection |
Tamper input supported. |
| Power Supply |
12 VDC or IEEE 802.3af standard PoE. |
| Maximum Power Consumption |
5 W. |
| Protective Rating |
IP65 and IK08. |
| Operating Temperature |
-40°C to 60°C. |
| Installation |
Surface or flush mounting with a compatible mounting assembly. |
| System Type |
Modular door-station main unit requiring separately selected system components. |
Ideal Use Cases
Premium Home Entrances
Provides visitor video, two-way communication and controlled entry with a stainless steel exterior suited to modern residential hardware.
Apartment Foyers
The modular platform can be expanded for multi-resident calling and additional access-control functions.
Office Reception Doors
Allows staff to visually confirm visitors and release compatible electric locks from an indoor station.
Pedestrian Gates
Outdoor protection and PoE connectivity suit gated entries where appropriate cabling, mounting and lock power are available.
Dual-Lock Entrances
Two lock relays support entrances requiring control of two doors, gates or separate locking stages.
Architectural Entry Panels
The stainless steel finish suits commercial and residential projects where visible entrance hardware must follow a coordinated design.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: The entrance requires a stainless steel modular IP door station with a 5 MP camera, two-way audio, PoE and control for two locks.
- Choose the standard version if: The same core intercom functions are required but a stainless steel exterior is not important to the project.
- Choose a simpler door station if: The installation only needs one fixed call button and does not require modular expansion or dual-lock control.
- Confirm the complete system if: The project requires keypad entry, card access, several residents, a particular frame size or integration with existing indoor stations.
FAQs
- Is the Hikvision DS-KD8005-IME1-S a 2 MP or 5 MP door station?
The current DS-KD8005-IME1-S specification lists a 5 MP camera with 3200 × 1800 video resolution. This matters because some product titles may still describe it as a 2 MP model. Buyers should use the exact DS-KD8005-IME1-S model number and current product specification when comparing replacements, planning mounting hardware or matching the unit with an existing modular intercom system.
- What is the difference between the DS-KD8005-IME1-S and the standard DS-KD8005-IME1?
The DS-KD8005-IME1-S uses a stainless steel front finish, while the standard version has a different external finish. The core intercom functions remain centred on the modular KD8 platform, including the entrance camera, two-way audio, PoE and access-control interfaces. Choose the stainless steel version when the appearance of the entrance panel needs to match premium architectural hardware or a stainless steel installation theme.
- Can the DS-KD8005-IME1-S control two door locks?
Yes. The DS-KD8005-IME1-S provides two lock-control relays, together with door-contact and exit-button inputs. This allows the door station to form part of an installation with two controlled locking points, such as a pedestrian gate and entry door. The electric locks and their required external power supplies must be selected separately and matched to the complete access-control design.
- Does the DS-KD8005-IME1-S support PoE?
Yes. The DS-KD8005-IME1-S supports IEEE 802.3af standard PoE and can also be powered by 12 VDC. PoE allows network data and device power to share one Ethernet cable, which can simplify installation. The chosen switch, cable length and available PoE budget should be checked before commissioning, particularly when several intercom devices share the same network infrastructure.
- Is the DS-KD8005-IME1-S suitable for outdoor installation?
Yes. The DS-KD8005-IME1-S is designed for outdoor entrance use and carries IP65 weather protection and an IK08 impact rating. Its stainless steel finish also suits visible architectural entry points. Correct mounting, sealing and cable termination remain essential because the weather resistance of the finished installation depends on the complete frame, back box and cabling arrangement.
- Does the DS-KD8005-IME1-S support two-way voice communication?
Yes. The door station includes a built-in omnidirectional microphone and loudspeaker for two-way intercom communication, with noise suppression and echo cancellation. Call quality also depends on network performance, installation position and the compatible indoor station or client receiving the call. Avoid placing the unit beside persistent machinery or heavy traffic noise where speech could be harder to understand.
- Can the DS-KD8005-IME1-S be used as a complete standalone intercom kit?
The DS-KD8005-IME1-S is the main unit of a modular Hikvision KD8 door-station system rather than a complete entrance kit. A finished installation may also require a compatible mounting frame, indoor station, PoE switch or 12 VDC supply, lock power supply, electric lock and any additional keypad, card-reader or call-button modules needed for the project.
- What should be checked before buying the DS-KD8005-IME1-S?
Confirm the required mounting frame, panel size, additional KD8 modules, indoor stations, network equipment, lock power supplies and door hardware before ordering. The DS-KD8005-IME1-S is available through Security Wholesalers for modular intercom projects, but every required component should be listed separately so the stainless steel main unit can be installed and commissioned as part of a complete working system.
Additional Information
Hikvision DS-KD8005-IME1_S_Datasheet
