Description
Install an 8-inch 5-watt ceiling speaker with built-in volume control for voice paging and background audio with the Valcom S-500VC, a Clarity general-purpose ceiling speaker with a 25/70-volt transformer, 65 Hz to 17 kHz frequency response, and a scratch-, scuff-, and nick-resistant white powder epoxy finish.
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The S-500VC is the volume-control-equipped version of the S-500 — the added built-in volume control and knob let the installer or occupant set the speaker level independently without returning to the amplifier rack or accessing a separate wall attenuator. This is the practical difference between the two models: the S-500 requires an external volume control if per-speaker or per-zone level adjustment is needed, while the S-500VC provides that adjustment at the speaker itself. The 65 Hz to 17 kHz frequency response covers voice intelligibility and background music reproduction with equal competence, and the 5-watt capacity suits individual room coverage in classrooms, offices, conference rooms, and retail areas. The Clarity designation reflects Valcom's positioning of this speaker for general-purpose commercial use where audio quality and durability are both specification requirements. Scuff, scratch, and nick-resistant white powder epoxy finish holds its appearance through the regular contact that ceiling speakers receive during maintenance and above-ceiling access.
Key Features
- 8-inch 5-watt Clarity ceiling speaker with built-in volume control and knob
- Built-in 25/70V transformer — connects to either standard speaker line voltage
- 65 Hz to 17 kHz frequency response for voice and music
- Scratch-, scuff-, and nick-resistant white powder epoxy finish
- Flush mount for standard 8-inch round ceiling cutout
Technical Specifications
| Model | S-500VC |
|---|---|
| Type | Ceiling Speaker with Volume Control |
| Speaker Driver | 8 in. |
| Input Power | 5W |
| Speaker Line Voltage | 25V / 70V |
| Frequency Response | 65 Hz – 17 kHz |
| Magnet | 5 oz. |
| Finish | White powder epoxy |
| Volume Control | Built-in knob |
| Mount Type | Flush mount |
| Operating Environment | Indoor ceiling |