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Algo 8197-IC Outdoor Weatherproof Speaker - IP69/IPX9 Rated - PoE/PoE+ Powered - Wall/Ceiling/Pole/Surface Mountable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This speaker operates on Power over Ethernet (PoE or PoE+), simplifying installation by delivering both power and audio/data over a single cable. The satellite speaker technology enables it to power and supervise up to three Algo 1197 Satellite WeatherHardened Horn Speakers, expanding system coverage without additional power sources.
Advanced networking features include secure SIP communication using TLS, mTLS, and SRTP protocols, ensuring encrypted audio transmission. Multicast capability supports efficient audio distribution across networks, while ambient noise detection automatically adjusts audio levels for optimal clarity in changing environments.
This section brings together practical product details such as Features, Ingress Protection (IP) Rating, Power Source, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The 8197-IC combines industrial-grade durability with sophisticated audio management features, creating a versatile solution for outdoor communication systems.
Extreme Weather Protection
IP69 and IPX9 ratings guarantee operation in environments with dust, high-pressure water, and temperature extremes, making it suitable for industrial sites, transportation hubs, and outdoor venues.
- Resists dust ingress
- Withstands high-pressure water jets
- Operates in wide temperature ranges
Simplified Installation & Management
PoE/PoE+ support reduces wiring complexity, while the web interface and auto-provisioning enable remote configuration and monitoring without on-site technical visits.
- Single-cable power and data
- Remote configuration capabilities
- Auto-provisioning support
Scalable Audio Distribution
Satellite speaker technology allows daisy-chaining additional horn speakers, while multicast capability ensures efficient network bandwidth usage for large-scale deployments.
- Powers up to three satellite speakers
- Multicast audio distribution
- Ambient noise compensation
Deployment / Use Cases
The Algo 8197-IC serves as a core component in outdoor public address systems where reliable audio delivery and environmental resilience are critical. Its flexible mounting and networking features support diverse installation scenarios across commercial, industrial, and institutional settings.
Typical applications include campus-wide emergency notification systems, transportation terminal announcements, industrial facility communications, and outdoor venue paging. The relay input compatibility with Algo endpoint accessories enables integration with door stations, strobes, and other security devices, creating comprehensive communication ecosystems.
Emergency & Mass Notification
Deploy in schools, hospitals, and public facilities for reliable emergency alerts and general announcements, with secure SIP ensuring message integrity.
Industrial & Transportation Communications
Install in factories, warehouses, airports, and train stations for operational announcements and safety communications in challenging environmental conditions.
Physical Profile
Measuring 11.80" high × 6.60" wide × 11.34" deep (299.72 × 167.64 × 288.04 mm), the speaker presents a compact footprint suitable for discreet outdoor placement. The 6.40 lb (2902.99 g) weight ensures stability when mounted while remaining manageable for installation. The weather-resistant construction maintains performance across seasonal changes without requiring protective enclosures.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 11.80" (299.72 mm), 6.60" (167.64 mm), 11.34" (288.04 mm), 6.40 lb (2902.99 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Width
- 6.60" (167.64 mm)
- Depth
- 11.34" (288.04 mm)
- Height
- 11.80" (299.72 mm)
- Weight
- 6.40 lb (2902.99 g)
Highlights
- IP69/IPX9 weatherproof rating for extreme outdoor conditions
- PoE/PoE+ powered for simplified single-cable installation
- Flexible wall, ceiling, pole, or surface mounting options
- Omnidirectional sound with integrated microphone
- Satellite speaker technology powers up to three additional horn speakers
- Secure SIP using TLS, mTLS, and SRTP encryption
- Multicast-capable for efficient network audio distribution
- Ambient noise detection automatically adjusts audio levels
- Web interface and auto-provisioning for remote management
- Relay input compatible with Algo endpoint accessories
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Algo Communication Products Ltd |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8197-IC |
| Brand Name | Algo |
| Product Model | 8197-IC |
| Product Name | 8197-IC Speaker |
| Product Type | Speaker |
| Technical Information | |
| Features | Flexible,Omnidirectional Sound,Microphone |
| Ingress Protection (IP) Rating | IP69,IPX9 |
| Power Description | |
| Power Source | PoE,PoE+ |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Wall Mountable,Ceiling Mountable,Pole Mount,Surface Mount |
| Durability | Weather Resistant |
| Speaker Installation | Outdoor |
| Height | 11.80" (299.72 mm) |
| Width | 6.60" (167.64 mm) |
| Depth | 11.34" (288.04 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 6.40 lb (2902.99 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Application/Usage | Public Address System |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
FAQ
What weather protection does the Algo 8197-IC speaker offer?
The speaker carries IP69 and IPX9 ingress protection ratings, making it resistant to dust ingress and capable of withstanding high-pressure water jets. This weatherproof design ensures reliable operation in outdoor environments exposed to rain, dust, and temperature extremes without requiring additional protective enclosures.
How is the 8197-IC speaker powered?
It supports both Power over Ethernet (PoE) and PoE+ standards, allowing power and data transmission over a single Ethernet cable. This simplifies installation by eliminating separate power wiring and enables deployment in locations where electrical outlets are unavailable or impractical to install.
What mounting options are available for this outdoor speaker?
The speaker offers versatile mounting with wall, ceiling, pole, and surface installation capabilities. This flexibility allows adaptation to various architectural requirements, from mounting under eaves or on building exteriors to pole installations in parking lots or outdoor gathering areas.
Can this speaker power additional audio devices?
Yes, through its satellite speaker technology, the 8197-IC can power and supervise up to three Algo 1197 Satellite WeatherHardened Horn Speakers. This enables expanded audio coverage without requiring separate power sources for each additional speaker, simplifying system scalability.
What security features protect audio communications?
Secure SIP implementation uses TLS, mTLS, and SRTP protocols to encrypt both signaling and media streams. This ensures protected audio transmission against interception or tampering, making the speaker suitable for sensitive announcements and emergency notifications where communication integrity is critical.
How is the speaker configured and managed?
Configuration occurs through a user-friendly web interface accessible via network connection, or through auto-provisioning for streamlined deployment. Remote management capabilities allow adjustments to audio settings, network parameters, and system monitoring without requiring physical access to the installation site.
How many SIP lines or accounts does this phone support?
Communication products are best understood through their line support, connectivity profile, and deployment fit. Those details help buyers confirm desk-phone or conference-room suitability before rollout.
What network or Ethernet connectivity is listed?
Communication products are best understood through their line support, connectivity profile, and deployment fit. Those details help buyers confirm desk-phone or conference-room suitability before rollout.
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