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The Genesis LED EGCS ceiling speaker delivers clear, intelligible audio notification with a Speech Transmission Index (STI) of 0.81 - well above the 0.76 threshold considered excellent for emergency voice communication. Field-selectable 25V and 70V operation from a single switch means one SKU covers both system types, and four wattage taps (1/4W, 1/2W, 1W, 2W) let you dial in output for the space without swapping hardware.
Built for the commercial fire alarm installer
The EGCSWN mounts to standard 2-gang and 4-inch square electrical boxes and protrudes under two inches from the ceiling. The included GRSW room-side wiring plate lets you pre-wire and verify continuity before the speaker snaps into place, cutting time on the ceiling. Under-cover diagnostic test points provide circuit access while the device stays mounted. 520Hz low-frequency output meets NFPA requirements for sleeping areas in hotels, dorms, and healthcare facilities. UL 1480 and ULC-S541 listed.
Key features
- 0.81 STI rating: excellent voice intelligibility for emergency announcements
- Field-selectable 25V/70V and 1/4W to 2W: one device covers multiple system configurations without ordering separate models
- 520Hz low-frequency capable: meets NFPA sleeping area notification requirements
- Room-side wiring plate included (GRSW): pre-wire and verify before the speaker goes up
- Low-profile ceiling mount: 6.8" diameter, 1.82" depth, fits standard 2-gang and 4" square boxes
- DC blocking capacitor included: supports electrical supervision of the audio circuit
System requirements
Connects to any FACP with a supervised 25V or 70V speaker circuit. Synchronization supported through Kidde CC Series Signal Modules, Booster and Auxiliary Power Supplies, and Intelligent and Conventional Control Panels. White housing with no marking - order replacement quick-swap covers separately to add FIRE, ALERT, AGENT, or EVAC marking in the field.
Specifications
| SKU | KD-EGCSWN |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kidde Commercial |
| Form factor | Ceiling mount speaker, low-profile (1.82" depth) |
| Speaker voltage | 25VRMS or 70VRMS (field selectable) |
| Wattage taps | 1/4W, 1/2W, 1W, 2W (field selectable) |
| Sound output (UL 1480) | 78 dBA (1/4W), 81 dBA (1/2W), 84 dBA (1W), 87 dBA (2W) |
| STI rating | 0.81 |
| Frequency response | 400Hz - 4,000Hz |
| Low frequency | 520Hz capable |
| Mounting | 2-gang and 4-inch square boxes (min 1.5" deep) |
| Wire size | 12-18 AWG (0.75-2.50 mm²) |
| Dimensions | 6.8" diameter x 1.82" depth (17.27 x 4.62 cm) |
| Color | White (RAL 9002) |
| Marking | None (replacement covers available for FIRE, ALERT, AGENT, EVAC) |
| Operating temp | 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) |
| Operating humidity | 0 to 93% noncondensing |
| Storage temp | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
| Synchronization | 20 Ω max between any two devices |
| Compliance | UL 1480, ULC-S541, FM Approved |
| Included accessories | GRSW room-side wiring plate |