Description
Picture this: You need to make a quick announcement in a busy school hallway or office corridor, and everyone hears it perfectly the first time. Then someone responds clearly from the same spot-no yelling, no static, just natural conversation. That's exactly what the Bogen Nyquist NQ-S1810WT-G3 VoIP Wall Baffle Speaker delivers.
This Gen-3 IP speaker is purpose-built for modern paging and intercom systems. It drops right into the Nyquist ecosystem with a simple Cat5 cable and PoE power-no external amplifiers, no old-school intercom wiring, no fiddly transformer taps. Just plug it in, let DHCP handle the setup, and you're live with superior HD audio that sounds crisp whether you're broadcasting announcements or using the built-in talkback.
The Telecom Spot Expert Review
At The Telecom Spot, the NQ-S1810WT-G3 is one of those "set it and forget it" products that just works.
What we love most: The dedicated high-performance MEMS digital microphone gives you talkback audio that actually sounds like a real conversation-unlike cheaper models that reuse the speaker cone as a mic and end up sounding muffled. The 10-watt integrated amplifier and DSP-based noise rejection keep every word intelligible even in moderately noisy environments. Setup takes minutes, volume is controlled right from the Nyquist web UI, and the Form-C relay lets you trigger lights, doors, or AV equipment automatically.
Potential drawbacks: It's a wall-baffle design, so it shines in hallways and standard-height rooms but isn't the right choice for high-ceiling cafeterias (we'd steer you toward a Nyquist horn or ceiling speaker there). Also, it's optimized for the Nyquist platform-however, if you're running a completely different VoIP system, it can be used as a standalone IP endpoint
Our expert take: If you're already in the Nyquist world or planning a full IP paging refresh, this speaker is a no-brainer upgrade. The combination of rock-solid audio performance, PoE simplicity, and built-in relay makes it one of the smartest wall speakers in its class. We stock it, test every unit before shipping, and back it with our own support team-because we don't just sell gear; we help you make it work perfectly in your building.
Key Features
- Superior HD Audio with Talkback - Wideband Opus codec plus G.722 support delivers crystal-clear paging and two-way communication.
- Dedicated MEMS Microphone - Separate high-performance digital mic (not the speaker cone) ensures excellent outgoing intelligibility.
- Built-in 10W Amplifier - Powerful enough for hallways and medium rooms-no external amp required.
- PoE Class 3 Powered - IEEE 802.3af compliant; runs on a single Cat5/6 cable (or optional PoE injector).
- Easy DHCP Deployment - Connect to your network and it's ready-no manual IP configuration needed.
- Can be used as a standalone IP endpoint
- Form-C Relay Output - 2A @ 30V DC SPDT dry contact lets you control third-party devices (AV sources, door locks, etc.).
- CAN Bus Interface - Connects directly to Nyquist Digital Call Switches (NQ-E7020) for full intercom functionality.
- DSP Noise Rejection & Voice Optimization - Keeps audio clean even in real-world environments.
- Pre-Assembled & Wall-Mount Ready - Includes grille and flush-mount brackets; installs in minutes.
- Reset Button & Web UI Control - Quick factory reset and volume adjustment directly from the Nyquist system.
Technical Specifications
- Model: NQ-S1810WT-G3
- Amplifier: 10W integrated
- Microphone: High-performance MEMS digital
- Audio Codecs: Wideband Opus, G.722
- Network: 10/100 Ethernet, DHCP
- Power: PoE Class 3 (IEEE 802.3af) - no local power supply needed
- Relay: Form-C SPDT, 2A @ 30V DC dry contact
- Interface: CAN Bus 2.0 (for NQ-E7020 call switches)
- Dimensions: 9.2" W x 5.2" D x 10" H
- Color: White
- Mounting: Pre-assembled wall baffle with flush-mount brackets
- Compliance: IEEE 802.3af PoE
- Warranty: Standard Bogen manufacturer coverage