Description
Need reliable, high-quality voice paging without the hassle of traditional wiring? The Valcom EZ-SPL22 is a true drop-in replacement for any standard 2′ × 2′ ceiling tile. This PoE-powered IP speaker brings professional-grade announcements, scheduled tones, and emergency alerts straight to your network—no extra power outlets, no complicated mounting hardware. Perfect for offices, schools, warehouses, and medical facilities where clear communication saves time (and sometimes lives).
The Telecom Spot Expert Review
For a “set-it-and-forget-it” paging solution, the EZ-SPL22 is an excellent solution.
Why we love it
- True plug-and-play: Pull out one ceiling tile, drop this in, plug in a single Ethernet cable with PoE, and you’re done. Most jobs take under 15 minutes per speaker.
- Fire-safe by design: The integral backbox exceeds ASTM E84 flame & smoke requirements and carries a 3-hour UL 181 burn rating—critical for schools and healthcare.
- Future-proof: Starts as a rock-solid one-way speaker but can be upgraded to full-duplex talkback with a simple license key if your needs change.
- Scalable: Works beautifully with Valcom ezIP controllers, SIP phone systems, or multicast paging groups.
Real-world tip from our techs If you’re running a mixed system (some older analog zones + new IP), use the EZ-SPL22’s -10 dB line-level output to drive up to 40 additional self-amplified Valcom speakers. One speaker becomes the “master” for an entire hallway or open office—saves you thousands in extra PoE ports.
Minor considerations It’s indoor-only (0 °C to 40 °C) and ships as one-way by default. If you need two-way right out of the box, look at Valcom’s VIP-422A instead (we stock both).
Key Features
- Drop-in 2′ × 2′ ceiling tile replacement – no support rails or extra brackets required
- PoE powered (IEEE 802.3af Class 3) – single Ethernet cable for power + data
- SIP & multicast enabled – works with any modern VoIP system or Valcom ezIP controller
- 8″ cone driver for clear, intelligible voice reproduction across the 80 Hz – 15 kHz range
- Integral steel backbox with white powder-coated grille – durable and fire-rated
- Network activity LEDs for easy troubleshooting
- Upgradable to talkback with optional license
- -10 dB line-level output to expand coverage to additional speakers
- Lightweight at just 5.8 lbs – one technician can install an entire floor in a day
- Please see the Valcom EZ-SPL22 Datasheet for more details