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 62820-1-1 specifies the technical requirements for the composition, functions, performance, and test methods of general building intercom systems. This part is applicable to the general intercom systems for building entry in residential or commercial buildings.
Note: The different requirements between grade 1 and grade 2 are summarized in Table C.1.
BS EN 62820-1-1 on building intercom systems is relevant to:
BIS system is designed for entry communication in residential or commercial buildings which provides addressing calls, speech, and optional video function and is equipped with an electronic unlocking device.
BS EN 62820-1-1 specifies the technical requirements for building intercom systems and equipment used for building entry.
Building intercom systems can function independently and may be extendable to support building security management functions, e.g. extendable with security management unit (SMU) operated by security staff (door-man, concierge, security-guard, porter, etc.), or in conjunction with other systems as per the security requirements of the building. It may consist of: Visitor call unit (VCU), user receiver unit (URU), SMU, power supply, auxiliary device as well as interface-unit to other security-systems.
Overall BS EN 62820-1-1 demonstrates the performance of building intercom systems, thus playing a positive role in preventing crimes and hazards from unauthorized access to premises.
EN 62820-1-1:2016
IEC 62820-1-1:2016