Setup guide
It is each Dealer’s sole responsibility to advise their 
customer at each installation of any security risks 
specific to such installation. Control4 makes no 
claims, representations or warranties regarding the 
security of this product and accepts no liability for 
any security risk attendant to a specific installation.
1  The Door Station - Exterior ships standard with 
security screws. Dealers are encouraged to 
use these screws, or even substitute alternate 
security screws per the Dealer’s or customer’s 
preference. Screw size is metric M3.5x.6-30L.
2  Security gates or automatic doors should not 
be connected to the relay in the Door Station 
if mounted in an unsecured area; such relays 
could be accessed in the event of a breach of 
the device. Secure relay-driven devices should 
be connected to a more secure relay controller 
mounted behind a secure wall.
3  Security devices, for example numeric keypads, 
should not be connected to the contact sensors 
in the Door Station if mounted in an unsecured 
area; such devices could be accessed in the event 
of a breach of the device. Security-sensitive 
devices should be connected to more secure 
contacts mounted behind a secure wall.
4  Although the best video performance will be 
enabled by Ethernet connectivity, unauthorized 
access to the Door Station could provide 
access to the dwelling’s Ethernet network and 
corresponding personal data. 
There are alternatives to mitigate this risk. The 
Dealer should consider the following options:
• Running Control4 on an isolated LAN from PCs 
on the network would limit exposure to personal 
data.
• Running MAC address filtering on the router 
or switch to force a hacker to spoof the Door 
Station’s MAC address to gain access to the LAN.
• Configuring the Door Station as WiFi instead of 
Ethernet would allow the Dealer to use robust 
WiFi security protocols, for example, WPA. 
NOTE: WiFi signals must be very strong and 
stable to support Video Intercom.
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• Routing the Ethernet cable to the Door Station 
through a secure, managed switch to limit data 
access from the Door Station.
Dealers should take time to assure they are not 
creating an unforeseen security risk for the customer, 
and any such risks should be discussed with the 
customer prior to the installation. 
Carefully consider with your customer any contacts 
or relays before connecting them to the Door Station, 
and what implications could arise if someone gained 
access to the rear of the Door Station. 
Also, think about what could happen if someone 
gained access to the Ethernet cable, and take 
necessary precautions to protect private customer 
information unless your customer is willing to assume 
these risks. Making available the proper security 
protections to a customer for their residence is the 
responsibility of the Control4 Installer.
Warnings
WARNING! To avoid bodily harm, understand 
and follow these safety precautions before 
operating this Door Station:
- Using worn-out or damaged power cords 
may result in electric shock or fire.
- Always contact an authorized Control4 
service provider for assistance if any repair or 
adjustment is required.
Avertissement! Pour éviter des dommages 
physiques, comprenez et suivez ces mesures 
de sécurité avant d’actionner station de porte 
Control4® sans fil:
- Utilisant usé ou endommagé les cordons de 
secteur peuvent avoir comme conséquence 
la décharge électrique ou le feu.
- Entrez en contact avec toujours un 
fournisseur des services Control4® autorisé 
pour l’aide si n’importe quelle réparation ou 
ajustement est exigée.
IMPORTANT! Improper use or installation can 
cause LOSS/DAMAGE OF PROPERTY.










