Barix IP Former TPA400 PoE IP Audio Decoder (UL 2043 Plenum Rated)
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Key Features
Key Features
- Plenum-rated IP audio decoder certified for UL Standard 2043 installations
- PoE-powered design for simple and cost-efficient installation
- Built-in 5W RMS amplifier to directly drive 4–8 Ohm loudspeakers
- Supports SIP-based paging, VoIP communication, and audio streaming
- Compatible with major IP audio systems, including InformaCast and Syn-Apps
- Ideal for background music, announcements, emergency alerts, and paging
- Supports optional sound detection and advanced monitoring functions
- Compact form factor designed for retrofit and new installations
Features & Specifications
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Plenum-Rated IP Audio Speaker Interface
Barix IP Former TPA400 is a professional IP audio decoder and amplifier designed to convert any compatible loudspeaker into a fully networked IP speaker. With a UL 2043 plenum rating, it is suitable for installation in air-handling spaces, making it ideal for commercial buildings, schools, and enterprise environments.
Simple Upgrade for Existing Speaker Systems
The device can be attached directly to existing loudspeakers, allowing integrators to upgrade traditional analog systems into IP-based audio networks without replacing the entire speaker infrastructure. This makes it a cost-effective solution for system modernization.
PoE-Powered Installation Simplicity
Powered via IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet, the IP Former eliminates the need for local power supplies. This significantly reduces installation complexity and makes deployment as simple as installing a standard IP endpoint.
Integrated Amplification & Audio Streaming
With a built-in 5W RMS amplifier, the device directly drives loudspeakers and supports streaming audio from radio stations, paging systems, SIP calls, and live announcements. It is suitable for background music, emergency alerts, and public address systems.
Enterprise Communication Compatibility
Supports integration with leading IP communication systems, including InformaCast and Syn-Apps Revolution, enabling scalable deployment in corporate and institutional environments.
Flexible Audio Processing Platform
The system supports multiple audio formats such as MP3, AAC-HE, PCM, Opus, G.711, G.722, GSM, WAV, and OGG Vorbis, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of streaming and communication sources.
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