Description
Deploy one-way IP paging with Syn-Apps SA-Announce and Intrado Revolution in offices, classrooms, and common areas using the Valcom VIP-120A-SA, an 8-inch round PoE ceiling speaker with 103dB output and Syn-Apps platform certification.
The Telecom Spot Expert Review
The VIP-120A-SA is the Syn-Apps-certified version of Valcom's standard one-way 8-inch IP ceiling speaker — hardware-identical to the base VIP-120A but with firmware that integrates natively with Syn-Apps SA-Announce and Intrado Revolution notification platforms. In facilities standardized on Syn-Apps, this certification ensures the speaker participates correctly in priority-based notification routing and emergency alert delivery without additional configuration or workarounds. The 8-inch driver at 103dB produces clear, room-filling output for typical classroom or office bay coverage. PoE power from a single Ethernet cable eliminates separate power runs, and the line output connects additional Valcom amplified speakers in locations where extra coverage is needed. The powder coat finish on metal surfaces stands up to institutional environments where painted plastic would chip or discolor over time.
Key Features
- One-way IP ceiling speaker certified for Syn-Apps SA-Announce and Intrado Revolution
- 8-inch high-efficiency driver with 103dB/1m output
- PoE (802.3af) powered — single Ethernet cable handles data and power
- Line output supports additional Valcom amplified speakers
- Durable powder coat finish on metal surfaces
Technical Specifications
| Model | VIP-120A-SA |
|---|---|
| Type | 1-Way IP Ceiling Speaker |
| Supply Voltage | 48V DC (PoE 802.3af) |
| Speaker Driver | 8 in. (203 mm) |
| Output SPL | 103 dB/1m |
| Platform Certification | Syn-Apps SA-Announce, Intrado Revolution |
| Wiring | RJ45 (CAT 5 / CAT 6) |
| Operating Environment | Indoor ceiling |