The 2N is considered “the most complete product” in the SIP video doorbell category, featuring excellent build quality suitable for large installations. However, it comes with a premium price point.

Advantages#

  • Most complete product in its category
  • Excellent build quality
  • Extensive features for complex setups
  • Suitable for large installations

Disadvantages#

  • Higher cost compared to alternatives

Configuration Steps#

1. Set Basic SIP Parameters#

Configure the device with the following parameters:

  • Phone ID: 111
  • Domain: TapHome Core IP address
  • Proxy Address: TapHome Core IP address
  • Registrar address: TapHome Core IP address
  • Enable registration to achieve REGISTERED status

2N SIP Basic Settings

2. Configure Call Parameters#

Establish call settings through the device’s phone calls configuration interface. This prepares the doorbell for SIP communication with TapHome Core.

2N Phone Calls Configuration

3. Set Audio Codec#

Configure audio settings:

  • Codec: G711 (PCMU)
  • Jitter Compensation: 250ms

This ensures reliable audio transmission during calls.

2N Audio Settings

2N Jitter Compensation

4. Enable HTTP API Access#

Activate “Packet parser camera access” in the device settings. This allows TapHome to retrieve video and status information from the doorbell.

2N HTTP API Settings

5. Create HTTP User Account#

Generate an HTTP user with credentials (username and password) that will be used in TapHome as access credentials for authentication.

2N HTTP User Configuration

6. Add SIP User#

Create at least one user account within the doorbell device for call routing purposes.

2N Users Configuration

7. Configure User Phone Number#

Set the user’s phone number using the following format:

sip:nnn@CoreIpAddress

Where:

  • nnn is the SIP extension number
  • CoreIpAddress is your TapHome Core unit IP address

2N User Settings

8. Verify Door Lock Assignment#

Confirm that the door lock mechanism is assigned to switch1.

2N Door Switch Assignment

9. Configure Switch Parameters#

Set Switch 1 to “Bistable switch mode” for complete TapHome control over door opening operations and duration.

2N Switch Configuration

10. Set Quick Dial Button#

Configure the ring button with the following settings:

  • Set button to call a predefined user
  • Set button function during call to hang up

2N Button Configuration

11. Establish Static IP Configuration#

Configure either:

  • MAC-based permanent IP reservation in your router, OR
  • Direct static IP assignment on the device

This prevents device address changes that could disrupt connectivity.

Example static IP: 192.168.100.170

2N Network Configuration

Backward SIP Video Doorbell Configuration in TapHome Forward