Description
Tired of limited paging coverage or expensive new wiring runs when you expand your facility? The Valcom EZ-GW1R ezIP Gateway Audio Port is the straightforward, budget-friendly solution that adds one reliable one-way paging zone anywhere your IP network reaches.
Whether you’re running a warehouse, school, hospital, manufacturing plant, or multi-building campus, this compact 1U rack-mount unit lets you extend clear announcements from your existing analog speakers or connect directly to a modern VoIP phone system. It works in native ezIP mode with other Valcom gear or programs as a standard SIP endpoint.
The Telecom Spot Expert Review
The EZ-GW1R shines when you need one targeted zone (loading dock, break room, outdoor area, etc.) without buying a bigger multi-zone controller.
Pros
- True plug-and-play PoE installation — no extra power outlets needed
- Drives up to 40 Valcom self-amplified speakers or a 25/70 V line amp
- Programmable relays and contact input give you control of strobes, door locks, or mute relays
- Clear upgrade path to full Valcom VIP (two-way talkback, scheduling, noise compensation) if your needs grow
- Rock-solid Valcom build quality with 5-year warranty
Cons
- Single zone only (perfect for focused areas; add more units or step up to EZ-GW24 for 24 zones)
- One-way paging out of the box (upgradable for talkback)
Our Expert Take This is the gateway we recommend when customers say “I just need one more zone in the new building.” Setup tip we give every customer: Power it from a PoE+ switch or injector, connect the dedicated “Page” output directly to Valcom self-amplified speakers, and use the AUX output for traditional amps.
Key Features
- Single-zone one-way paging over any IP network
- Native ezIP protocol or programmable as SIP endpoint (up to 11-digit dial codes)
- Supports up to 40 Valcom one-way self-amplified speaker assemblies
- Compatible with 25 V or 70 V constant-voltage amplifiers
- 600 Ω audio input (RCA AUX) for local background music or override sources
- Two programmable Form C relay closures and one contact-closure input
- PoE 802.3af Class 3 (or optional 24 VDC barrel jack)
- Front-panel activity LED for quick status checks
- Fully upgradable to full Valcom VIP functionality (talkback, scheduler, etc.)
- Compact 1U rack-mount chassis fits any standard 19" rack
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af class 3 specification or Valcom VIP-324D (optional)
- Please see the Valcom EZ-GW1R Datasheet for more details