TALKBACK SPEAKER, LAY-IN
Maximize audio coverage and streamline installation with our Talkback Lay-in Speaker, specifically engineered for seamless integration with Simplex paging systems. Designed to drop directly into standard 2'x2' or 2'x4' suspended ceiling grids, this unit replaces a standard acoustic tile, eliminating the need for cutting or custom mounting hardware. The speaker provides crystal-clear, two-way audio communication (talkback), making it the ideal solution for classrooms, offices, and healthcare facilities where intelligibility is critical. Housed in a durable, white perforated steel grille, it offers a discreet aesthetic that blends perfectly with modern ceiling designs while ensuring reliable, long-lasting performance.
5.80lbs
WeightKey Features
- Express “Lay-in” Installation: Drops directly into standard 2′ x 2′ suspended ceiling T-bars, replacing an existing tile in seconds.
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Two-Way Audio (Talkback): Precision-engineered for clear voice transmission and high-sensitivity audio pickup for intercom responses.
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Simplex Compatibility: Fully compatible with standard Simplex paging and intercom configurations.
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Durable Construction: Heavy-duty perforated steel grille with a white baked enamel finish that resists scratching and corrosion.
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Voice Optimization: Frequency response tailored to the human vocal range for maximum intelligibility during emergency alerts and daily paging.
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Safety Compliance: UL and cUL Listed for use in plenum and non-plenum air handling spaces (check specific model rating).
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Mounting Type | Lay-in (Drop-in for T-Bar Grid) |
| Grid Dimensions | 23.75″ x 23.75″ (Fits standard 2′ x 2′ opening) |
| Material / Finish | White powder-coated steel |
| Frequency Response | 80 Hz – 15 kHz (Voice Optimized) |
| Impedance | 45 Ohms (Standard for Talkback) |
| Power Rating | 5 Watts (RMS) |
| Sensitivity (SPL) | 96 dB @ 1 Watt / 1 Meter |
| Magnet Weight | 5 oz (Approx. nominal) |
| Environment | Indoor use only |
| Compliance | UL Listed, cUL Listed |
| Connection | Screw terminals or Pigtail leads |
Installation Note
Pro Tip: For drop-ceiling environments, ensure the speaker is secured to the structural ceiling slab using a safety wire (seismic tether) as required by local building codes, even when using lay-in designs.
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