BS EN 62820-1-2:2017

What is BS EN 62820-1-2 – Building intercom systems using the IP about?

The IEC 62820 series of standards set out the technical requirements for the composition, functions, performance, and test methods of building intercom systems for building entry and application guidelines.

BS EN 62820-1-2 is a European Standard that discusses building intercom systems.

BS EN 62820-1-2 specifies the technical requirements for the composition, functions, and test methods of building intercom systems using the internet protocol (IP).

The main objective of the BS EN IEC 62820 series is to demonstrate the quality and performance of intercom systems to effectively mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to premises.

Note: A BIS that has a mixture of IP and non-IP connections is not covered by IEC 62820-1-2 but is covered by IEC 62820-1-1.

Who is BS EN 62820-1-2 - Building intercom systems using the IP for?

BS EN 62820-1-2 on building intercom systems is relevant to:

• BIS manufacturers
• Entities dealing with design, installation, and maintenance of BIS
• Internet service providers
• Security management companies

Why should you use BS EN 62820-1-2 – Building intercom systems using the IP?

An IP intercom is an internet-connected device designed to transmit audio and video between two parties. For its optimal operational efficiency, it is necessary the intercom system adhere to best industry requirements that ensure its audio-video characteristics, image quality and data integrity protection is adequate. 

Internet protocol is a network of the layer-3 protocol in the OSI model containing addressing and control information to enable data packets to be routed in a network and primary network layer protocol in the TCP/IP protocol suite according to IETF RFC 791 and IETF RFC 2460 and any subsequent evolution.

BS EN 62820-1-2 provides guidance on functional requirements, IP building intercom systems with SMU, audio and video characteristics, general classifications, network, and information security, test resolutions, as well as network and information security.

Guidance on network security operation and documentation further ensures the system is operated correctly and maintained adequately.

Overall BS EN 62820-1-2 demonstrates the performance of building intercom systems using IP, that play a positive role in preventing crimes and hazards from unauthorized access to premises.