Description
Broadcast two-way talkback paging at marinas, shipboard locations, aquatic facilities, and coastal industrial sites with the Valcom V-1048M, a marine-grade talkback paging horn with O-ring seals, stainless steel hardware, 360-degree rotation, and non-yellowing construction that resists salt, sun, and high humidity — requires V-9941A for talkback operation.
The Telecom Spot Expert Review
The V-1048M is Valcom's marine-grade talkback horn — built for the combined demands of two-way paging and sustained salt-air exposure at locations where standard talkback horns would corrode and degrade within a few seasons. The critical marine-specific features are the O-ring seals that prevent moisture infiltration at every joint and lid, the non-yellowing enclosure material that maintains its white appearance under UV exposure where standard white ABS yellows and becomes brittle, and the stainless steel hardware throughout that holds its finish and integrity in sustained salt air. 360-degree rotation allows the installer to aim audio precisely after the unit is wired and mounted on the Omni-Lock I-beam clamp, which matters on marine structural members that rarely align perfectly with the coverage target. The shatter-proof base fits seven standard electrical gang box styles, keeping the rough-in conventional. Talkback operation requires the V-9941A head-end controller, which should be ordered alongside this horn for a complete two-way system.
Key Features
- Marine-grade talkback paging horn for marinas, shipboard, and coastal industrial locations
- O-ring seals resist salt spray and moisture infiltration at all joints
- Non-yellowing enclosure maintains white finish under sustained UV exposure
- Stainless steel hardware for corrosion resistance in salt air
- 360-degree rotation; Omni-Lock I-beam clamp fits 7 gang box styles; requires V-9941A for talkback
Technical Specifications
| Model | V-1048M |
|---|---|
| Type | Marine Talkback Paging Horn |
| Speaker Line Voltage | 25V / 70V |
| Rotation | 360° |
| Dimensions | 7.38 in. H × 10 in. W × 10.4 in. D |
| Weight | 4.5 lbs |
| Finish | White (non-yellowing) |
| Sealing | O-ring seals |
| Hardware | Stainless steel |
| Mounting | Omni-Lock I-beam clamp; fits 7 gang box styles |
| Talkback | Yes (requires V-9941A) |
| Operating Environment | Indoor / outdoor, marine-grade |