Transform any compatible IP camera with OpenIPC firmware into a full-featured SIP doorphone with RFID/QR access, web management, remote door control, and backup system.
| Feature | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SIP Calling | Make calls to SIP server when doorbell pressed | ✅ Stable |
| RFID Keys | Wiegand 26/34 RFID reader support | ✅ Stable |
| QR Codes | Generate and scan QR code keys | ✅ NEW |
| Temporary Keys | Time-limited access codes | ✅ NEW |
| Sound Effects | Play sounds on door events | ✅ NEW |
| Backup System | Full configuration backup/restore | ✅ NEW |
| Web Interface | Complete management via browser | ✅ Stable |
| Door Sensor | Magnetic contact for door status | ✅ Stable |
| Exit Button | Internal door release button | ✅ Stable |
| Event History | Log of all door events | ✅ Stable |
| Component | Recommended | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IP Camera | Uniview C1L-2WN-G with SSC335DE | "People's camera for $5" |
| Microcontroller | ESP32 (LilyGo T-Call) or ESP8266 | For door control |
| RFID Reader | Wiegand 26/34 (3.3V or 5V) | Any standard reader |
| Relay Module | 1-channel 5V relay | For door lock control |
| Reed Switch | NC magnetic contact | Door position sensor |
| Buttons | 2x momentary buttons | Exit and call buttons |
| Power Supply | 12V for lock, 5V for ESP | External power |
| Speaker | 8Ω 0.5W speaker | For sound effects |
- OpenIPC firmware with VoIP support
- Arduino IDE for ESP32/ESP8266
- Web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Yandex Browser)
- SSH client (PuTTY, Terminal)
Once you have OpenIPC firmware with VoIP support installed on your camera, you can turn it into a full-featured SIP doorphone with just one command.
- ✅ OpenIPC firmware with VoIP support installed
- ✅ Camera connected to network (DHCP recommended)
- ✅ SSH access to camera (default: root/123456)
- ✅ Internet connection for downloading files
SSH into your camera and run:
curl -sL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/OpenIPC/intercom/main/install.sh | sh
Method 2: Using wget
bash
wget -qO- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/OpenIPC/intercom/main/install.sh | sh
Method 3: Manual download and run
bash
# Download the installer
wget -O /tmp/install.sh https://raw.githubusercontent.com/OpenIPC/intercom/main/install.sh
# Make it executable
chmod +x /tmp/install.sh
# Run the installer
/tmp/install.sh
📋 What the installer does
The installer will automatically:
Step Action
1️⃣ Detect available UART ports (ttyS0, ttyS1, ttyS2, ttyAMA0)
2️⃣ Create necessary directories
3️⃣ Download all required files from GitHub
4️⃣ Install CGI scripts to /var/www/cgi-bin/p/
5️⃣ Install system scripts to /usr/bin/
6️⃣ Configure UART permissions in /etc/rc.local
7️⃣ Set up backup server on port 8080
8️⃣ Create keys database with test keys
9️⃣ Configure autostart for door monitor
🔟 Start all services
🌐 After Installation
Once installation is complete, you can access:
Interface URL Description
Main Web UI http://CAMERA_IP Standard OpenIPC interface
Door Phone http://CAMERA_IP/cgi-bin/p/door_keys.cgi Key management (in Extensions menu)
SIP Settings http://CAMERA_IP/cgi-bin/p/sip_manager.cgi SIP account configuration
QR Generator http://CAMERA_IP/cgi-bin/p/qr_generator.cgi Create QR code keys
Temporary Keys http://CAMERA_IP/cgi-bin/p/temp_keys.cgi Time-limited access codes
Sound Effects http://CAMERA_IP/cgi-bin/p/sounds.cgi Test door sounds
Event History http://CAMERA_IP/cgi-bin/p/door_history.cgi View all door events
Backup Manager http://CAMERA_IP:8080/cgi-bin/p/backup_manager.cgi Backup/restore configuration
🔑 Test Keys
The installer adds these test keys:
12345678 - Admin (RFID)
qrdemo - QR Test (QR code)
0000 - Master (RFID)
📋 Useful Commands
bash
# Check service status
ps | grep -E 'door_monitor|httpd|baresip'
# View door logs
tail -f /var/log/door_monitor.log
# Add a new key
echo "12345|User Name|$(date +%Y-%m-%d)" >> /etc/door_keys.conf
# Restart door monitor
/etc/init.d/S99door restart
# Update all files (re-run installer)
curl -sL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/OpenIPC/intercom/main/install.sh | sh
⚙️ Hardware Setup
UART Connection
The installer detects your UART port automatically. Connect your ESP32/ESP8266 to:
Camera ESP32
TX (GPIO13) RX (GPIO13)
RX (GPIO15) TX (GPIO15)
GND GND
Wiring Diagram
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ESP32 (LilyGo T-Call) Connected Devices
─────────────────────────────────────────────────
GPIO4 ────────────────► RFID Reader DATA0
GPIO5 ────────────────► RFID Reader DATA1
3.3V/5V ───────────────► RFID Reader VCC
GND ────────────────► RFID Reader GND
GPIO32 ────────────────► Exit Button (to GND)
GPIO33 ────────────────► Call Button (to GND)
GPIO14 ────────────────► Relay Module IN
5V ────────────────► Relay Module VCC
GND ────────────────► Relay Module GND
GPIO12 ────────────────► Reed Switch (to GND)
GPIO13 (RX2) ──────────► Camera TX (GPIO13)
GPIO15 (TX2) ──────────► Camera RX (GPIO15)
GND ─────────────────► Camera GND
External 12V ──────────► Lock (via relay contacts)
🔧 ESP32 Firmware
Upload the ESP32 firmware from the /firmware folder in the repository.
🐛 Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
Installation fails Check internet connection, re-run installer
404 errors during install GitHub files missing - check repository
Services not starting Run /etc/init.d/S99door restart
Backup manager 404 Check httpd on port 8080: ps | grep httpd
No UART found Check connections: ls -la /dev/tty*
📦 Repository Structure
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intercom/
├── install.sh # Main installer
├── www/
│ └── cgi-bin/
│ ├── backup.cgi # Redirect to port 8080
│ └── p/ # All doorphone CGI scripts
│ ├── door_keys.cgi
│ ├── sip_manager.cgi
│ ├── qr_generator.cgi
│ └── ...
├── usr/
│ └── bin/
│ ├── door_monitor.sh # Main monitor script
│ └── check_temp_keys.sh # Temp keys cleanup
├── etc/
│ ├── door_keys.conf # Keys database template
│ └── baresip/ # SIP configuration
│ ├── accounts
│ └── call_number
└── sounds/ # Sound effects (optional)
├── ring.pcm
├── door_open.pcm
└── ...
🎉 Success!
After successful installation, you'll see:
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✅ Installation complete!
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📱 Main web interface: http://192.168.1.28
💾 Backup manager: http://192.168.1.28:8080/cgi-bin/p/backup_manager.cgi
🔌 UART device: /dev/ttyAMA0
🔑 Test keys:
- 12345678 (Admin)
- qrdemo (QR Test)
- 0000 (Master)
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Enjoy your OpenIPC Doorphone!
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