ALGO 8196 1-Way Wired Horn Speaker 8W Grey

The ALGO 8196 is a professional 1-way wired horn speaker engineered for reliable audio performance in diverse environments. With an RMS power output of 8 W and a sensitivity of 108 dB, this robust grey speaker ensures clear sound reproduction for public address and notification systems. It is designed to integrate seamlessly into modern network infrastructures, supporting advanced protocols like SIP and Multicast, while offering flexible configuration through a web-based interface.

Advantages

This speaker stands out due to its high-quality audio output and versatile deployment options. It features ambient noise responsiveness, ensuring that announcements remain intelligible even in challenging acoustic conditions. The device supports secure communication through TLS, MTLS, and SRTP, making it suitable for sensitive environments. Furthermore, its ability to power satellite speakers via a daisy-chain configuration allows for cost-effective scaling in large industrial or commercial spaces without requiring additional network drops for every unit.

Suitable for

• Warehouses and large industrial facilities
• Public address and notification systems
• Environments with high ambient noise levels
• Multi-zone paging and communication setups

This speaker may not be suitable for small, quiet office environments where a high-output horn speaker would be visually intrusive or acoustically excessive. It is specifically designed for industrial and large-scale paging applications rather than high-fidelity music playback or residential home audio systems.

Key specifications

• Audio output channels: 1.0
• RMS rated power: 8 W (up to 16 W with PoE+)
• Frequency range: 350 - 8300 Hz
• Sensitivity: 108 dB
• Connectivity: Wired (PoE+)
• Weight: 2.7 kg
• Colour: Grey
• Codec support: G.711, G.722, OPUS 48 kHz

How to use

The ALGO 8196 is installed as a network-connected device. Once mounted, it can be configured via its web GUI for centralized provisioning and zoning. For larger areas, you can connect satellite speakers in a daisy-chain fashion using standard CAT5 or CAT6 cables. The system automatically detects connected satellites and manages power distribution to ensure optimal audio performance across all units.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure your network infrastructure supports PoE+ to achieve the maximum 16 W audio output.
• Assess the ambient noise levels of your facility to determine if additional satellite speakers are required.
• Verify that your existing paging or notification software supports SIP or Multicast protocols.
• Consider the mounting location to ensure optimal sound coverage for the intended area.

Usage recommendations: For maximum audio output in extremely loud environments, deploy the speakers as individual homerun units. If cost efficiency is the priority for larger areas, utilize the satellite speaker daisy-chain configuration while monitoring the power distribution levels via the web interface.