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Genesis WG4 Outdoor Speaker/Strobe, Selectable 15-87 cd, White, Clear Lens, No Marking
Kidde Commercial

Genesis WG4 Outdoor Speaker/Strobe, Selectable 15-87 cd, White, Clear Lens, No Marking

SKU KD-EWGSVWN

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The Genesis WG4 outdoor speaker/strobe handles fire alarm and mass notification signaling in parking garages, loading docks, process areas, and other wet or harsh environments where standard indoor appliances won't survive. Rated from -31F to 151F with a full backplane sealing gasket, it installs to recessed or surface-mounted boxes and wires entirely from room-side.

Built for the commercial installer

Dual-voltage speaker (25V or 70V, switch-selectable) with four wattage taps from 1/4W to 2W covers a wide range of signaling zones without swapping hardware. The standard-output strobe is field-configurable across four settings - 15, 29, 70, or 87 cd (UL 1971 indoor) or 6, 12, 28, 35 cd (UL 1638 outdoor). All settings stay visible through a sealed viewport after the cover goes back on. Synchronization-compatible with Genesis protocols and all Kidde VM, VS, and FX Series panels.

Key features

  • Indoor and outdoor rated: -31F to 151F, 0-95% RH, with full backplane gasket for wet locations
  • Field-selectable speaker output: 1/4W, 1/2W, 1W, or 2W at 25V or 70V - no panel-side adjustments needed
  • Four candela settings: 15/29/70/87 cd indoor (UL 1971) or 6/12/28/35 cd outdoor (UL 1638), visible through sealed viewport
  • Room-side wiring: terminals accept 12 to 18 AWG, no behind-the-box access required
  • Four mounting orientations: strobe above, below, or to either side of the speaker on wall or ceiling
  • Genesis sync compatible: synchronizes within 10 ms across all connected appliances over a two-hour cycle

System requirements

Speaker circuit connects to a supervised amplifier signal circuit (25.2V or 70.7V RMS). Strobe circuit requires 24 VDC or 24 VFWR nominal from a compatible FACP or NAC power supply. For outdoor or wet surface mounting, use the Kidde 74347U electrical box. Dry locations accept standard 4-inch by 1-1/2-inch deep boxes. Optional WG4WTS trim skirt requires a 74347U or 2-1/8-inch deep box.

Specifications

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BrandKidde Commercial
Form factorWall/ceiling mount outdoor speaker/strobe
Speaker voltage25 VRMS or 70 VRMS, switch-selectable (default 70 VRMS)
Speaker wattage1/4W, 1/2W, 1W, 2W - field-selectable
Sound output80.8-90.0 dBA at 10 ft (varies by wattage and voltage)
Speaker frequency response400-4,000 Hz
Strobe voltage24 VDC or 24 VFWR nominal (16-33 VDC range)
Strobe output (indoor UL 1971)15, 29, 70, 87 cd - field-selectable
Strobe output (outdoor UL 1638)6, 12, 28, 35 cd - field-selectable
Lens colorClear
Housing colorWhite
Housing markingNone
Flash rate1 flash per second, synchronized
Supervisory voltage30V max
Wire size12 to 18 AWG (0.75-2.50 mm²)
Operating temp-31°F to 151°F (-35°C to 66°C)
Operating humidity0-95% noncondensing
Weather ratingIndoor/outdoor wet rated
MountingWall or ceiling, four orientations
Compatible electrical boxesWet: 74347U; Dry: 4" sq x 1-1/2" deep (without skirt), 4" sq x 2-1/8" deep (with skirt)
ComplianceUL 1971, UL 1638, UL 1480, ULC-S541, ULC-S525

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FAQs

Does this speaker/strobe work outdoors?
Yes. The Genesis WG4 is rated for indoor and outdoor use with an operating range of -31°F to 151°F and 0-95% RH. For outdoor surface mounting, use the Kidde 74347U electrical box with the full backplane sealing gasket.
What candela settings are available?
Four field-selectable settings: 15, 29, 70, or 87 cd per UL 1971 (indoor) or 6, 12, 28, 35 cd per UL 1638 (outdoor). Settings are changed via the S2 switch and remain visible through a sealed viewport after installation.
Can I mount this on a ceiling?
Yes. The WG4 is listed for both wall and ceiling mounting. It can be installed in four orientations: strobe above, below, or to either side of the speaker.
What panels and sync modules are compatible?
Compatible with Kidde VM, VS, and FX Series FACPs. Synchronization modules include GSA-CC1S, GSA-MCC1S, SIGA-CC2A, GSA-MCC2A, and EG1M-RM. Compatible NAC power supplies: MIRBPS6A, MIRBPS10A, APS6A, APS10A.
What electrical box do I need?
Outdoor or wet locations: Kidde 74347U (WG4WTS trim skirt recommended). Dry locations: standard 4-inch square by 1-1/2-inch deep box without trim skirt, or 4-inch square by 2-1/8-inch deep box with trim skirt.
Is this a high-output or standard-output model?
This is a standard-output model with selectable 15/29/70/87 cd (UL 1971 indoor). High-output models (SVMHC suffix) offer higher candela ratings and are available as separate SKUs.
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