The Genesis WG4WA-SVMHC is an outdoor-rated wall/ceiling speaker-strobe built for mass notification and emergency communications (ECS/MNS) applications. White housing with red ALERT marking, clear high-output strobe selectable at 102, 123, 147, or 161 cd, and a dual-voltage speaker (25V/70V) with field-selectable wattage taps from 1/4W to 2W. UL 1971 and UL 1638 listed for both indoor and outdoor installations.
Built for the commercial installer
Rated for wet and harsh environments down to -31°F, the WG4 Series handles parking garages, loading docks, process areas, and exterior walls where standard notification appliances fall short. Wall or ceiling mount with four orientation options. Full backplane sealing gasket allows installation to recessed in-the-pour or block electrical boxes, and all wiring is room-side for faster trim-out. Mounts to the Kidde 74347U outdoor-rated box or a standard 4-inch square box in dry locations.
Key features
- Outdoor and indoor rated: UL 1971 (indoor) and UL 1638 (outdoor) listed with -31°F to 151°F operating range
- High-output strobe: field-selectable at 102, 123, 147, or 161 cd (indoor) - settings visible through sealed viewport after cover install
- Dual-voltage speaker: switch-selectable 25V or 70V with 1/4, 1/2, 1, or 2 watt taps (up to 90 dBA at 10 ft)
- Room-side wiring: terminals accept 12 to 18 AWG, no need to access behind the box after mounting
- Genesis sync compatible: precision-timed to UL 1971 synchronization standards with compatible FACPs, modules, and power supplies
- ALERT marking: white housing with ALERT labels for clear ECS/MNS differentiation from fire alarm appliances
System compatibility
Synchronizes with VM and VS Series life safety systems, FX Series fire alarm control panels, and Genesis sync modules (GSA-CC1S, GSA-MCC1S, SIGA-CC2A, GSA-MCC2A, EG1M-RM). Also compatible with MIRBPS6A, MIRBPS10A, APS6A, and APS10A power supplies.
Specifications
| SKU | KD-WG4WA-SVMHC |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kidde Commercial |
| Form factor | Wall/ceiling mount speaker-strobe, low-profile |
| Speaker voltage | 25 VRMS or 70 VRMS, switch selectable (default 70 VRMS) |
| Strobe voltage | 24 VDC / 24 VFWR nominal |
| Speaker wattage | Field-selectable 1/4W, 1/2W, 1W, or 2W |
| Sound output | Up to 90.0 dBA at 10 ft (2W, 25V) |
| Speaker response | 400 to 4,000 Hz |
| Strobe output (indoor) | 102 / 123 / 147 / 161 cd (UL 1971, clear lens) |
| Strobe output (outdoor) | 41 / 50 / 60 / 65 cd (UL 1638, clear lens) |
| Strobe current (VDC) | 495 / 494 / 390 / 324 mA at positions A/B/C/D |
| Strobe current (FWR) | 646 / 607 / 487 / 412 mA at positions A/B/C/D |
| Operating temp | -31°F to 151°F (-35°C to 66°C) |
| Operating humidity | 0 to 95% noncondensing |
| Weather rating | Wet rated |
| Wire size | 12 to 18 AWG (0.75 to 2.50 mm²) |
| Supervisory voltage | 30 V max |
| Mounting | Wall or ceiling, four orientations |
| Electrical boxes | Wet: 74347U; Dry: 4" square by 1-1/2" deep (2-1/8" with trim skirt) |
| Housing color | White |
| Marking | ALERT |
| Lens color | Clear |
| Compliance | UL 1971, UL 1638 |
| Sync compatibility | VM/VS Series, FX Series FACPs; GSA-CC1S, GSA-MCC1S, SIGA-CC2A, GSA-MCC2A, EG1M-RM modules; MIRBPS6A, MIRBPS10A, APS6A, APS10A power supplies |