FA-906 24" Directional Speaker with Integrated Network Media Player
The Dakota Audio FA-906 24" Directional Speaker with Integrated Network Media Player is the smaller version of the FA-905. The FA-906 combines the features of the FA-602 Directional Speaker with a built in network ready media player. The built in media player may be used with or without an attached video screen and features USB, Compact Flash and 10/100 Ethernet connectivity options. Video display is limited to Standard Definition (480p) and supports MPEG 1/2/4 video playback as well as the ability to display JPEG images, Powerpoint Presentations, and MP3 Audio Files.
The FA-906 is unique in that it directs the audio Signal at a fifteen degree angle to one side (indicated on the back of the speaker) instead of straight down as the FA-501 does.
The FA-906's steered audio signal is especially useful when installing in a post construction environment or when used in a suspended or acoustic tile ceiling. In these situations invariably there is some obstruction that interferes with the proper placement of the speaker. Through hundreds of installations we have found that the 15 degree offset overcomes most of these situations.
The FA-906 produces a slightly oval sound pattern enabling a variety of mounting postions from horizontally overhead to mounting vertically on a wall or under a grating in the floor. Our customers have installed these units in every configuration possible, contact us to learn more about them and we'll be happy to put you in touch with our thousands of very happy customers.
[Dakota Audio also offers a High Definition (HD) version of the 24" integrated digital signage media player (FA-908) capable of playing 1080p content, with support for touchscreen interactivity, multiple zones, RSS and Text Feeds, and can be managed across your existing network alone or as part of a larger Enterprise Digital Signage Deployment.]
The FA-906 speaker is covered by Dakota Audio's five (5) year warranty with product registration.
FA-906 Specifications FA-906 24" Directional Speaker with
Integrated Network Media Player
Media Formats Supported:
MPEG 1/2/4, Powerpoint, JPEG, MP3
Local Media Storage:
Compact Flash card required, Sold Seperately (a typical 4GB CF card holds approximately 3 hours of compressed 480p video)
Connections:
1xUSB, 10/100 Ethernet, (Wireless adapter available)
VGA, S-Video, RCA Composite
Playback Control:
Alphabetical Looping, Simple Looping, Weekly Schedules
Content Management:
LAN, USB, Compact Flash (CF) - Signage Manager Express
Dimensions:
3" x 24" x 24" (76mm x 609mm x 609mm)
Weight:
22 lbs (10kg)
Grill Cover:
Flame retardant fabric covers available in: black or white
Mounting Height:
Overhead: 8' (2.5m) to 14' (4m)
May also be mounted vertically or below floor grating
Coverage pattern: Circular
Adjustable from very tight (less than a meter) to three meters (10 feet) >
Frequency Response:
Full Range - from 200HZ - 5KHZ (Built in 3 position equalizer)
Power:
16-18 VAC or 24 VDC, 15 watts (transformer included)
Amplification:
Built in amplifier with volume control and two position gain control
Maximum Output level:
90 dBA (internally limited for safety)
Options:
Custom covers, Cables, Weatherproofing, WiFi adapter,
Onboard control panel:
See images below from FA-602 (FA-906 images coming soon!)
The FA-906 is easily field adjustable for both mounting height and pattern width.
There are two push buttons and two rows of LEDs on the top side of the array. One sets the mounting height above the floor in one foot increments from 8 to 14 feet.
The other button controls the pattern width in seven steps from tight to a circle appropriately 10 feet in diameter.
Audio input is line level, transformer isolated, either balanced or unbalanced. A volume control and two position gain switch controls the built in amplifier which accommodates a wide range of audio input levels.
A three position switch controls a built in equalizer with three preset adjustments to the audio frequency response for the program material.
The music position provides full range sound.
The voice with music position has a slight rise in the high frequency response to enhance voice intelligibility while maintaining good music reproduction.
The voice position reduces low frequencies for maximum voice intelligibility.The array accepts any standard line level input, either balanced or unbalanced.
For installations where the audio level is set remotely, a switch disables the volume control.
The FA-906 focused sound arrays are powered by either 16 to 18 Volts AC or 24 Volts DC. A plug-in 16 VAC transformer is supplied for installations where local 120 power is available. Where the array power and signal cables share the same conduit, we suggest powering them with 24VDC.
Generally, the arrays are suspended by four thin (0.080 inch) aircraft cables with easily adjustable clips (supplied). Optionally, four threaded inserts, either 1/4 - 20 American or 6 millimeter metric, are available.
The units are constructed of aluminum, with a non-reflective black powder coat finish
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