Description

The Edwards EGCSVWA is a commercial ceiling speaker strobe designed for compatible emergency voice evacuation and fire alarm notification systems. As part of the Genesis LED notification appliance family, it combines high-performance audible and visual notification with energy-efficient LED technology for dependable life safety communication.

This model features an amber LED strobe lens, field-selectable 15–115 candela output, selectable 25 VRMS or 70 VRMS speaker operation, and a low-profile ceiling-mount design. Field-selectable speaker wattage taps simplify installation while maintaining excellent speech intelligibility. This product is intended exclusively for commercial fire alarm installations.

Product Functions

• Provides audible emergency notification
• Provides visual emergency notification
• Supports emergency voice evacuation systems
• Ceiling-mounted installation
• Field-selectable LED strobe output
• Field-selectable speaker wattage
• Compatible with synchronized NAC circuits
• Continuous notification appliance circuit supervision

Electrical & System Information

The EGCSVWA operates from a 16–33 VDC or VFWR notification appliance circuit for the visual signaling portion and supports 25 VRMS or 70 VRMS speaker circuits through a field-selectable voltage switch.

Speaker wattage is selectable at ¼, ½, 1, or 2 watts, while the LED strobe output is selectable at 15, 30, 75, or 115 candela. Both settings remain visible after installation for simplified inspection and maintenance. Constant LED current draw simplifies notification appliance circuit calculations regardless of the selected candela output.

Features

• Commercial ceiling speaker strobe
• Genesis LED technology
• Amber lens
• Ceiling-mount design
• Field-selectable 15, 30, 75, or 115 candela
• Selectable 25 VRMS or 70 VRMS speaker operation
• Selectable ¼, ½, 1, or 2 watt speaker taps
• High speech intelligibility (STI)
• Low current draw
• Constant current LED operation
• Field-configurable settings
• Low-profile enclosure

Mounting & Design

The EGCSVWA is designed for ceiling installation using compatible 2-gang or 4-inch square electrical boxes with approved mounting hardware. A room-side wiring plate simplifies installation while allowing appliance replacement without disturbing field wiring.

Its modern low-profile Genesis enclosure provides convenient access to candela and speaker settings while maintaining a clean finished appearance suitable for commercial interiors.

Protection & Applications

Suitable for:

• Office Buildings
• Schools
• Hospitals
• Hotels
• Healthcare Facilities
• Government Buildings
• Retail Facilities
• Educational Campuses
• Commercial Properties

Compatibility

Compatible with:

• Edwards Fire Alarm Control Panels
• Edwards Genesis LED Notification Systems
• Compatible Emergency Voice Evacuation Systems
• 25 VRMS Speaker Circuits
• 70 VRMS Speaker Circuits
• 16–33 VDC Notification Appliance Circuits
• Edwards Synchronization Modules
• Compatible NAC Power Supplies

Always verify compatibility with the installed fire alarm control panel, voice evacuation amplifier, synchronization equipment, notification appliance circuit, and project requirements before installation.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Edwards

Parent Company: Kidde

Model: EGCSVWA

Series: Genesis LED

Product Type: Ceiling Speaker Strobe

Notification Type: Audible and Visual

Mounting: Ceiling

Lens Color: Amber

Operating Voltage (Strobe): 16–33 VDC or VFWR

Nominal Frequency Response: 100 Hz–11,000 Hz

Selectable Candela Ratings: 15, 30, 75, or 115 cd

Flash Rate: Approximately 1 Flash Per Second

Current Draw: 35 mA (VDC), 45 mA (VFWR)

Operating Temperature: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)

Operating Humidity: 0%–93% RH Non-Condensing

Wire Size: 12–18 AWG

Dimensions: 6.8 × 1.82 in. (172.7 × 46.2 mm)

Application: Indoor Commercial Fire Alarm and Emergency Voice Evacuation Systems

Listings: UL 1971, UL 1480, CAN/ULC-S541, FM Approved, and additional agency approvals as applicable. Verify product labeling and project requirements before installation.

Applications

The Edwards EGCSVWA is designed for commercial fire alarm and emergency voice evacuation systems requiring dependable audible and visual notification. Typical applications include office buildings, schools, hospitals, hotels, healthcare facilities, retail centers, educational campuses, government buildings, and other commercial occupancies utilizing compatible Edwards Genesis LED notification systems.

EGCSVWA Datasheet