Hikvision DS-KD8003-IME1 – KD8 Series Pro Modular Door Station

Overview

The DS-KD8003-IME1 is a high-performance modular door station main unit from the KD8 Series Pro range. Featuring a 2 MP fisheye camera with IR illumination, one-call physical button, dual-lock relay outputs and PoE power, it is designed for outdoor mounting with IP65 protection and robust access-control integration.

Key Features

• 2 MP fisheye camera with wide field of view – horizontal approx. 146°, vertical approx. 82°.
• IR supplement lighting for low-illumination environments and night-time visibility.
• One-call physical button for easy entry calls.
• Two lock control relays for dual-lock or dual-door installations.
• Four alarm/door contact inputs and tamper detection input for enhanced security.
• 12 V DC or PoE (IEEE 802.3af) for flexible installation and power options.
• IP65 rated housing built for outdoor South African conditions.
• Web-based configuration and network compatibility (ONVIF, TCP/IP, RTSP) for system integration.

Technical Specifications

• Camera resolution: 2 MP
• Field of view: H approx. 146°, V approx. 82°
• Video compression: H.264, H.265, MJPEG
• Audio: Built-in omnidirectional microphone & loudspeaker (≥85 dB at 20 cm) with noise suppression & echo cancellation
• Alarm/lock I/O: 4-ch alarm input, tamper input; 2 relay lock control outputs (30 VDC, 2 A)
• Network interface: 1 × RJ-45 10/100 Mbps
• Power supply: 12 V DC / PoE (IEEE 802.3af)
• Operating temperature: -40 °C to +60 °C
• Ingress protection: IP65
• Dimensions: 98 mm × 99.8 mm × 43.9 mm
• Power consumption: ≤ 5 W

Recommended Applications

• Outdoor door entry stations for estates, apartments and commercial buildings.
• Access control points needing integration with card readers, CCTV and dual-lock setups.
• Cold-climate installations (-40 °C start-up) or high-security entrances with tamper detection and professional grade network support.

Installation Notes

• Mount the unit at eye/shoulder height for optimal camera view and user accessibility.
• Use shielded Ethernet cable for PoE installations; verify switch supports IEEE 802.3af power class.
• Configure lock control relays for your door hardware; test relay switching during commissioning.
• Secure network connection: change default password, enable HTTPS and segment the intercom network if possible.
• Ensure the outdoor enclosure is sealed and cable entry properly sealed to maintain IP65 rating and weather-durability.