Description
The Control 16C-VA is an EN54-24 certified full-range ceiling loudspeaker designed for life-safety and high-performance commercial audio applications. It combines a 6.5-inch high-output woofer with a 19 mm soft-dome liquid-cooled tweeter to deliver strong low-frequency response, clear mids, and detailed highs. Built with a vented, paintable, UV-resistant ABS baffle and integrated steel backcan, it ensures reliable installation and consistent acoustic performance. The speaker supports both 8Ω low-impedance and 70V/100V distributed audio systems, making it suitable for medium to high-volume environments such as airports, hotels, retail stores, convention centers, and public buildings requiring certified evacuation and paging systems.
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Key Features
- 165 mm (6.5 inch) high-output polypropylene cone woofer
- 19 mm (0.75 inch) soft-dome liquid-cooled tweeter
- EN54-24 certified for life safety applications
- Integrated vented backcan for quick installation
- Dual operation: 8Ω low impedance and 70V/100V systems
- Multi-tap transformer for flexible distributed audio design
- Wide frequency coverage with 110° dispersion pattern
- High 91 dB sensitivity for strong maximum SPL output
- Designed for clear speech intelligibility on and off axis
- Paintable ABS baffle with UL94-V0 / UL94-5VB fire rating
- Ceramic terminal block with earth connection for safety compliance
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range (-10 dB): 62 Hz – 20 kHz
- Frequency Response (±3 dB): 96 Hz – 15 kHz
- Power Handling (Low Impedance):
- 100 W continuous program power
- 50 W continuous pink noise (200 W peak, 100 hrs)
- Rated Noise Power: 30 W (30 W tap)
- Sensitivity: 91 dB (1 kHz – 16 kHz)
- EN54 Sensitivity (@ 4 m): 77 dB
- Coverage Pattern:
- 0.5 kHz: 175° / 174°
- 1 kHz: 154° / 157°
- 2 kHz: 148° / 149°
- 4 kHz: 70° / 72°
- Directivity Factor (Q): 7.8
- Directivity Index (DI): 8.2 dB
- Maximum SPL (1 m):
- 108 dB (low impedance)
- 116 dB peak
- 106 dB (70V/100V top tap)
- 91 dB (EN54 at 4 m)
- Transformer Power Taps (70V/100V):
- 30 W, 15 W, 7.5 W
- 3.8 W (70V only)
- Impedance: 8 ohms (direct mode)
- Crossover Network: 12 dB/oct low-pass and high-pass filtering
- Drivers: 165 mm (6.5 inch) woofer + 19 mm (3/4 inch) tweeter
- Input Connections: Ceramic terminal block with earth connection
- Wire Support: Up to 12 AWG (2.5 mm²)
- Strain Relief: Cable entry 4.0 mm to 9.0 mm diameter
- Thermal Protection: Thermal fuse (152°C, ≥10A @ 250VAC)
- Material: ABS baffle (UL94-V0 / UL94-5VB rated)
- Backcan Material: Zinc-plated steel integrated enclosure
- Dimensions: 253 mm diameter × 262 mm depth
- Ceiling Cutout: 223 mm diameter
- Ceiling Thickness: Up to 38 mm standard, up to 60 mm with accessories
- Net Weight: 3.4 kg
- Color Options: White
