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.

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Key Features

  • Express “Lay-in” Installation: Drops directly into standard 2′ x 2′ suspended ceiling T-bars, replacing an existing tile in seconds.
  • Two-Way Audio (Talkback): Precision-engineered for clear voice transmission and high-sensitivity audio pickup for intercom responses.

  • Simplex Compatibility: Fully compatible with standard Simplex paging and intercom configurations.

  • Durable Construction: Heavy-duty perforated steel grille with a white baked enamel finish that resists scratching and corrosion.

  • Voice Optimization: Frequency response tailored to the human vocal range for maximum intelligibility during emergency alerts and daily paging.

  • Safety Compliance: UL and cUL Listed for use in plenum and non-plenum air handling spaces (check specific model rating).


Technical Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Mounting TypeLay-in (Drop-in for T-Bar Grid)
Grid Dimensions23.75″ x 23.75″ (Fits standard 2′ x 2′ opening)
Material / FinishWhite powder-coated steel
Frequency Response80 Hz – 15 kHz (Voice Optimized)
Impedance45 Ohms (Standard for Talkback)
Power Rating5 Watts (RMS)
Sensitivity (SPL)96 dB @ 1 Watt / 1 Meter
Magnet Weight5 oz (Approx. nominal)
EnvironmentIndoor use only
ComplianceUL Listed, cUL Listed
ConnectionScrew 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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