Description
Versions:
- Algo 8180 (SIP)
- Algo 8180-IC (InformaCast)
Tired of missing calls or announcements in noisy environments? The Algo 8180 IP Audio Alerter solves that with powerful, clear audio that cuts through background noise. This compact wall-mount PoE SIP speaker handles loud ringing for phones, live voice paging, and emergency alerts — all with wideband clarity and smart features like automatic volume adjustment. Whether you run a busy office, school, warehouse, or retail space, it keeps everyone connected and safe without complicated wiring or extra amplifiers.
The Telecom Spot Expert Take: As telecom pros who help IT teams and businesses deploy reliable communication systems every day, we love the Algo 8180 for its “set it and forget it” reliability. The ambient noise compensation (SoundSure™) is a game-changer — it automatically raises or lowers volume so pages are always heard but never blast people out. Pair it with multicast and you can cover an entire floor or campus with just one registered endpoint. It’s perfect for anyone tired of cheap phone speakers that get ignored in loud areas. Install once, configure via simple web interface, and enjoy years of dependable performance.
Key Features
- Loud, Clear Audio That Cuts Through Noise — 106 dBA SPL (up to 120 dBA with optional horn) and wideband G.722 codec deliver announcements and alerts that everyone hears, even in busy cafeterias, workshops, or hallways.
- Smart Volume Control — Built-in microphone monitors ambient noise and automatically adjusts output so pages are never too loud or too quiet.
- Two-Way Talkback — Speak back through the speaker’s mic during page calls for quick confirmations or two-way communication.
- Scalable Multicast Paging — Send pages to unlimited speakers across 50 zones with minimal network traffic — ideal for large facilities or multi-building campuses.
- Flexible Alerting & Ringing — Up to 10 ring extensions for loud telephone ringing and 10 emergency alert extensions with custom WAV files (lockdown, evacuation, all-clear, etc.). Call-to-cancel option for continuous alerts.
- Easy Customization — 1 GB memory stores your own voice announcements, music, or sound effects; pre-loaded ring tones included.
- Simple Integration — SIP-compliant with most VoIP/UC systems; secure TLS/SRTP; outputs for external speakers, amplifiers, or relay-controlled strobes.
- PoE Powered & Compact — No extra power supply needed; slim wall-mount design fits anywhere indoors.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Power | PoE (IEEE 802.3af Class 0), 48 V; Max 12.95 W; Idle 2.5 W |
| Sound Pressure Level | 106 dBA @ 1 m (internal speaker); 120 dBA with optional 1186 horn speaker |
| Audio Driver | 3.0” (7.7 cm) UV-stabilized; Frequency response 150 – 13,000 Hz (-10 dB) |
| Max Audio Power | 8 W |
| Codecs | G.722 (wideband), G.711 μ-law/A-law |
| Multicast | RTP multicast send/receive; up to 50 zones; compatible with Polycom, Singlewire InformaCast, Syn-Apps, etc. |
| SIP Extensions | 50 Page (talkback capable), 10 Emergency Alert, 10 Ring |
| Memory | 1 GB for WAV/MP3 custom audio files |
| Microphone | Omnidirectional – ambient noise monitoring & talkback |
| Outputs | Speaker (8 Ω, 8 Wrms – auto-disables internal when used); Audio line out (0 dBm into 600 Ω); Relay (max 30 V / 50 mA) |
| Relay Input | Dry contact for button-activated alerts (normally open/closed with supervision) |
| Dimensions | 7” x 4” x 2.6” (17.8 cm x 10.2 cm x 6.5 cm) with bracket |
| Weight | 1.0 lb (0.5 kg) |
| Environmental | 0–40 °C (32–104 °F); 10–95% RH non-condensing; Indoor use only |
| Compliance | RoHS, FCC Class A, CSA/UL (USA & Canada), CE |
| Mounting | Wall-mount snap bracket included |
Please see Algo 8180 (G2) user guide for more information