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Answer the door from the telephone within your home
DoorBell Fon DP-28BF Door Answering System, Brass
DoorBell Fon DP-28BF Door Answering System, Brass
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DoorBell Fon DP-28BF Door Answering System, Brass
Item# 5070CB
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Overview

  • Connects doorbell to incoming phone line
  • Any phone in the house can speak to visitor at the door
  • Distinctive ring indicates presence of a guest

Essential Info

When a visitor presses the button on the door intercom, the DoorBell Fon rings the phones in your home with a distinctive ring. Pick up the phone to converse with the door. If you are on the phone when a visitor arrives a call waiting tone will sound to alert you. In fact, the DoorBell Fon system will even work without phone service. The system provides the necessary voltage to operate on its own.

Smarthome does not accept defective returns for this product. You will need to contact the Manufacturer (or Supplier) directly for all warranty issues.


Important notes:
  • Smarthome does not offer technical support on this product, please contact the manufacturer directly for all product support.
  • Smarthome does not accept any returns for this product. If defective, you will need to contact the manufacturer directly for all warranty issues.
  Manufacturer contact information:
  American Communication & Networks Corp
  Tel: (630) 241-2800

Manuals/Software

What's Included

  • Doorbell Fon connection module
  • AC power cord
  • Doorbell Fon door box
  • Instructions
  • Brass mounting screws
  • More Info


    Up to 2 intercom stations can be attached. Add an optional Electric Lock Controller, electric door strike, a corresponding power supply and you can unlock the door from the phone by pressing "*". Easy 2 wire connection to door intercoms. Works with answering machines, most home PBX phone systems, and phone-company provided services like voice mail. Includes one door intercom station, which measures 4 ½" x 4 ½" x 1 ½", and a power supply.

    This system is also available in Aluminum, White and Ivory.

    Expand your intercom system with these optional accessories:

    Electric Lock Controller (#5070EL)
    Add this optional lock controller and an electric door strike and power supply and you can unlock the door from the phone by pressing (*).

    We recommend the following doorstrikes:
    Electric Doorstrike 8-16VAC (#5190)
    16VAC Electric Doorstrike for Schlage Locks (#5190S)
    12VDC Electric Doorstrike for Schlage Locks (#5190S12)

    A seperate power supply is required when using a doorstrike. See the doorstrike page for a recommended power supply.

    Doorchime Interface Module (#5070CI)
    Provides 800ms of dry contact contact closure, and is simply bridged to the door box leads. Activated by the push button on the door box, it's perfect for integrating a door chime, activating a camera, or turning on a light with your DoorBell Fon system. Requires two AA batteries, included.

    Ring Extender (#5070R)
    Increases the number of rings the DoorBell Fon will provide from three to eight. Normally, after someone presses the button on the outdoor intercom station, the phone will ring and there be approximately 20 seconds available for you to pick up the telephone and be automatically connected to the doorbox. By installing this chip, you'll have a total of 8 rings or about one minute.

    Extra Brass Intercom (#5070DSB)
    For applications where you have multiple entryways, purchase an additional intercom. Also available in Ivory, White, and Aluminum.

    Doorbell Fon Intercom Module (#5070IM)
    The Doorbell Fon Intercom Module allows you to pick up any phone in the house and trigger all of the other phones to ring. The distinctive ring will indicate to others in the house that this is an intercom call, not a telephone or door box call.

    Intercom Awning Single Gang (#5070A)
    If your intercom is not located under an awning, we recommend that you purchase this awning specifically designed to protect the intercom against direct rain and snow.

    Specifications

    Specifications

    Manufacturer:ACNC
    Manufacturer Product No.:DP-28BF
    Dimensions:Module: 5 3/4" x 1 13/16" x 3 7/8"; door box: 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" x 1 1/2"
    Design:Trim line styling
    Power:117V AC/6 Hz 0.1 amp, 12 watts
    Power Output:Talking: 17-28V DC; ringing: 75rms 25 +/- 2z
    Materials:Anodized solid brass plate, environmental-grade sensor button
    Mounting:Flush mount in a 2-gang masonry box
    Operating Temperature:-20° F to 120° F
    Relative Humidity:90%
    Water Drop:0.25mm
    Warranty:1 year, limited



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    Reviews

    19 Ratings
    5 star: 42%  (8)
    4 star: 21%  (4)
    3 star: 16%  (3)
    2 star: 11%  (2)
    1 star: 11%  (2)
    Average Customer Rating
    (19 customer ratings)
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    CHARLES -- chicago, IL   12/14/2010
    I've been searching for a doorbell for eight years! Wireless never worked and others didn't fit building requirements. This one works perfectly and looks sharp too.
    KEITH -- white plains, NY   11/19/2010
    Worked very well and the installation was easy. The person who using it had a little difficulty with the instructions. The different ring patterns were hard to distinguish. Over All: ----8 out of 10---- From the professional installer and the average home user...
    STEPHEN -- cedar rapids, IA   10/23/2010
    Order received. The only problem is beng harassed with Surveys. Had there been a problem, I most assuredly would have initiated a statement of dissatisfaction.
    NATALIA -- fort worth, TX   4/11/2010
    works great!!
    ADRIANA -- palmview, TX   3/3/2010
    Excellent product the only thing was the mounting box that is hard to find and not included on the package!!
    ANDREW -- santa monica, CA   10/13/2008
    Great solution for our front gate. Installation requires some attention to detail. Instructions are clear.
    EDWARD -- chicago, IL   10/7/2007
    A lot of FEEDBACK on the speaker/mic, even with the volume potted all the way down.
    Arlo -- dallas, TX   2/2/2010
    Easy to use, connection was simple. I replaced an old intercom doorbell, it required a small amount of chipping away at the brick to increase the space for the microphone and speaker but when it was done it was a beautiful flush mounted brass doorbell. At night the doorbell button glows very very dim, just enough for people to see that it is there to push, once it is pushed it illuminates and begins ringing the home phones immediately. My only complaint is the ringing sound, it is a bit crummy and I had to increase the gain on the microphone substantially to make it usable without visitors having to shout into the system.
    Kimberly Morgan -- palm beach, Florida   12/17/2009
    What they do not make clear is....this does not come with the 2-gang masonry box that must be mounted in order to attach the brass plate. I could not find the proper box and it does not exist at Home Depot. The boxes that MIGHT work to mount the plate are very industrial looking and unattractive and would not look appropriate by your front door. You would only want this if you can cut a square into the wall to place the box into, and then mount the plate onto it so it looks flush to the wall if you can even find the box that this will mount to!. I am sending it back. The other plastic versions of this product do not come with the surface mount bracket either. Good luck.
    E Glenn -- portland, OR   10/23/2009
    What a piece of crap. Even though I read previous reviews which were negative, I just assumed that people were being overly critical of the product. But, I was wrong. The problem I had with this is that the intercom does not ring any of my phones. When I called the mfgr, they said that multi-line RCA phones are not supported by the device even though these are standard analog phones. The tech support person couldn't explain why. It's being returned today.
    R Carr -- chino hills, CA   1/24/2009
    I purchased the system as part of a renovation of my home and courtyard 17 months ago. I also purchased the door release as part of the system. I also hired a licensed electrician to install the system. The system worked flawlessly for the first 14 months before it began to malfunction. It now fails to ring the inside phone and you only hear the dialtone from the exterior box. My only option at this point is to replace the entire system since it was custom made for the gate post. I don't know if exposure to the elements would affect its reliability. Just be aware..
    JAY -- manvel, TX   7/26/2007
    Nice product, installation went smoothly.
    ROBERT -- san francisco, CA   2/18/2007
    Works as described, no problems
    PATRIC -- vancouver, BC   12/22/2006
    Great
    JOE -- staten island, NY   11/16/2006
    All of my clients love em, much better than buying an entire phone system with door bell capabilities
    VIRGINIA -- north richland hills, TX   3/30/2006
    Neet system. Use your phone...any phone in the house to answer you door. We are enjoying it.
    GEOFF -- eureka, CA   10/2/2005
    Good Product, Highly Recommended. Works with or without a working phone line.
    JUDITH -- escondido, CA   9/25/2005
    I am pleasantly surprised at how substantial this product is. The thick brass plate looks great and will undoubtedly stand-up to the elements.
    KOBE -- sammamish, WA   5/27/2005
    I love this thing! At first it sounds kind of intimidating, but it's actually easy to install. The sound quality is amazing. And the brass faceplate with the touch sensitive button is high-quality! It really does offer a more secure option than just opening up the door. :)
    GEORGE -- sun prairie, WI   5/16/2005
    Wow, this works very well. I have implemented a security camera as well for even more security. Grandchildren really like talking over this device.

    Accessories

    Electric Lock Controller  Ring 8 Times Module  Inbound Relay Trigger Controller  Extra Brass Intercom Station 
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