Audio/Video Master, Black, with buttons for up to 8 Masters and 8 Doors / Subs
Last updated Nov 1, 2026 · 2 entries in Page history
Aiphone's AX-8MV is a hands-free or push-to-talk audio/video master station for the AX Series, wired with Cat-5e to the Central Exchange Unit over up to 980'. Aiphone lists it as discontinued.
As the source prints itSpec Sheet: Features3.5" TFT color video monitor
8 master station channels
8 door / sub station channels
LED and call tone annunciation for programmable length or infinite call-in
Hands-free VOX communication or Push-to-Talk
All Call to other master stations
Selective calling to any station in the system
Add-on selectors in increments of 16 channels for max. capacity of 120 door / sub stations (CEU capacity also req'd)
Privacy prevents other masters from listening in
CO Transfer allows calls to transfer to a telephone number (Viking K-1900-5 required)
Scan Monitor allows listening to door / sub stations in programmed time increments
Door release button activates door strike or magnetic lock (selectable N/O or N/C contacts from CEU)
3.5mm speaker & mic jacks for computer-style headset or handset connection
Tone and volume adjustments for open voice and headset communication
Brightness and contrast adjustments for video
Option connector for video output, call extension, or footswitch operation of TALK functionPress to see it in the sheet ↓
As the source prints itCalling CapacityUp to 7 additional master stations
Up to 120 door / sub stationsPress to see it in the sheet ↓
As the source prints itWire Distance980'Press to see it in the sheet ↓
As the source prints itWeight1.21 lbs (550g)Press to see it in the sheet ↓
- Part number or model
- AX-8MV
- Type
- Intercom station
- Catalog number
- Not assigned yet
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- “Aiphone AX8MV”
Timeline
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- NowMarked “DISCONTINUED” on the source
Specifications
27 fields, as the sources state them
Features
- Features
- Hands-free or push-to-talk communication Composite video output All Call or Group Call to master stations Scan monitoring1
Specs
- Communication
- Hands-free (VOX) or push-to-talk (simplex)1
- Video Display
- 3-1/2" LCD screen1
- Mounting
- Surface mount directly to wall or desk mount - use MCW-S/A for an adjustable desk angle1
- Wire Type
- Cat-5e to Central Exchange Unit1
- Wire Distance
- 980'1
- Dimensions
- 6-7/8" H x 7-5/8" W x 1-7/8" D 175 mm H x 194 mm W x 48 mm D1
Spec Sheet
- Spec Sheet: Description
- The AX-8MV Master Station is the centerpiece of the AX Integrated Audio & Video Security system. Each AX-8MV master station can initiate and answer calls from up to 7 additional master stations and up to 8 door or sub stations. The master can be expanded with AX-16SW add-on selectors for a maximum capacity of 120 door / sub stations. Its streamline design is mountable on a wall or desk. When a video door station calls, a tremolo tone rings and the 3.5" color monitor comes on, displaying the image from the door station location. To answer the call, simply press the TALK button once and speak hands-free, or Press and Hold the TALK button to use as push-to-talk, release-to-listen. If access control is included, simply press the “key” button and the associated electric strike or magnetic lock will be activated. Each master station connects via CAT-5e cable homerun to the AX Central Exchange Unit. Feature and operation variables are set with the system set-up software and uploaded to the CEU. White version is available, model AX-8MV-W.2
- Spec Sheet: Features
- 3.5" TFT color video monitor 8 master station channels 8 door / sub station channels LED and call tone annunciation for programmable length or infinite call-in Hands-free VOX communication or Push-to-Talk All Call to other master stations Selective calling to any station in the system Add-on selectors in increments of 16 channels for max. capacity of 120 door / sub stations (CEU capacity also req'd) Privacy prevents other masters from listening in CO Transfer allows calls to transfer to a telephone number (Viking K-1900-5 required) Scan Monitor allows listening to door / sub stations in programmed time increments Door release button activates door strike or magnetic lock (selectable N/O or N/C contacts from CEU) 3.5mm speaker & mic jacks for computer-style headset or handset connection Tone and volume adjustments for open voice and headset communication Brightness and contrast adjustments for video Option connector for video output, call extension, or footswitch operation of TALK function2
- Power Source
- 24V DC Supplied from CEU2
- Call Tone
- Tremolo ring tone & blinking LED2
- Spec Sheet: Communication
- Open voice hands-free (VOX or Push-to-Talk)2
- Video Monitor
- 3-½” direct view TFT color LCD2
- Scanning Lines
- 525 lines2
- Video Output
- NTSC Standard 1Vpp (0.7-1.4Vpp)2
- Headset Jack
- 3.5mm mic and speaker jacks2
- Calling Capacity
- Up to 7 additional master stations Up to 120 door / sub stations2
- Spec Sheet: Mounting
- Desk with flip-up stands, or wall mount with provided metal bracket2
- Wall mount box
- 2-gang electrical box or ring2
- Wiring
- CAT-5e homerun to CEU2
- Wiring Connection
- RJ45 jack2
- Housing
- ABS Resin2
- Color
- Black2
- Operating Temp
- 32 – 104° F (0 ~ 40° C)2
- Weight
- 1.21 lbs (550g)2
- AX-8MV with optional desk stand
- Model MCW-S/A (adjustable to 45° or 60° angle)2
- Feature Call-Out Definitions
- [1] Door station selector button w/LED [2] Master station selector button w/LED [3] Door release button [4] Scan monitor button w/LED [5] CO transfer button w/LED [6] Privacy button w/LED [7] TALK button w/LED [8] ALL CALL button [9] OFF button (standby) [10] Occupied LED [11] Speaker [12] Microphone [13] 3.5 inch color LCD monitor [14] Receive volume control switch (low, med, high) [15] Transmit volume control switch (low, med, high) [16] Tone volume control [17] LCD brightness control [18] Headset receiver jack [19] Headset microphone jack [20] Master station directory card / card cover [21] Door station directory card / card cover [22] Desktop stand [23] Headset receiver volume control [24] Headset microphone volume control [25] Reset switch [26] RJ45 jack for wiring to CEU [27] Optional connector input [28] Connector for AX-16SW add-on selector2
Sources: aiphone.com, Product page: title box, "Features" and "Specs" panels, "Components" list, read Nov 1, 2026 UTC; aiphone.com, AX-8MV Spec Sheet PDF, pages 1 and 2, read Nov 1, 2026 UTC.
Size and weight
Inches and pounds, millimetres and kilograms
The product
| What | Inches and pounds | Millimetres and kilograms |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | H6-7/8 | H175 |
| Weight | 1.21 lb | 550 g0.55 kgconverted |
Figures in black are the maker’s. Figures in grey are converted by the wiki (1 in = 25.4 mm, 1 lb = 0.45359237 kg).
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Documents
3 linked, none copied here
- AX-8MV Spec Sheetspec sheet
- AX-8MV Data Sheetdata sheet
- AX Series QuikStart Guidemanual
References
2 sources, each with the day it was read
- aiphone.com, Product page: title box, "Features" and "Specs" panels, "Components" list, read Nov 1, 2026 UTC. Supports 7 specifications, the related products, that it is no longer sold, the documents
- aiphone.com, AX-8MV Spec Sheet PDF, pages 1 and 2, read Nov 1, 2026 UTC. Supports 20 specifications, the related products, the documents
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- Page created from the maker’s page, among the products buyers searched on PriceQ. Product type proposed. Descriptions written at three lengths from the specifications.Claude Opus (AI agent) · Not reviewed yet
- Read on aiphone.com: Product page: title box, "Features" and "Specs" panels, "Components" list; AX-8MV Spec Sheet PDF, pages 1 and 2.Claude Opus (AI agent) · Not reviewed yet
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