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SKU: V-ACS-X48/45

Valcom V-ACS-X48/45 48-Zone Expansion Module

48-zone expansion module with PoE++ power for ACS intercom systems
- Extends ACS deployments to 48 distinct audio zones for distributed facilities
- PoE++ (802.3bt) powered—no auxiliary electrical infrastructure needed
- Compact 19-inch rack-mount form factor integrates with existing systems
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SKU: V-ACS-X72/25

Valcom V-ACS-X72/25 ACS Zone Expansion Module

72-zone expansion module for Valcom ACS platform, 25V rack-mount
- Extends ACS systems to 72 zones for larger multi-building facilities
- 25V operation integrates with existing low-voltage infrastructure
- 19-inch rack-mount design fits standard equipment room deployment
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SKU: V-ACS-X72/45

Valcom V-ACS-X72/45 72-Zone Expansion Module

72-zone expansion module for Valcom ACS systems, PoE++ powered
- Expands base ACS systems to 72 zones for multi-site facility coverage
- PoE++ (802.3bt) single-cable power simplifies rack deployment
- 19-inch rack-mount form factor integrates with existing infrastructure
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SKU: V-AW12B

Valcom V-AW12B 12-Inch Wireless Analog Clock

12-inch wireless analog clock with battery power, no wiring needed
- 12-inch dial legible from 30+ feet; quartz mechanism for accurate timekeeping
- Battery-powered with D-type cells; eliminates AC wiring and electrical panel work
- Shatter-proof polycarbonate crystal and metal case for high-traffic institutional use
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SKU: V-AW12BLP

Valcom V-AW12BLP 12" Wireless Analog Clock

12" wireless analog clock with dual power for multi-location sync
- Wireless timekeeping synchronizes across multiple locations without hardwired connections
- Accepts 110Vac or 24Vdc power for flexible installation in any facility
- Shatter-proof polycarbonate crystal and metal case rated for indoor wall mount
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SKU: V-C6124P

Valcom V-C6124P 24V 6A Switching Power Supply

24V 6A rack-mount switching supply for Valcom audio systems
- 144W peak output at 6A supports multiple Valcom devices or high-draw single unit
- Switching topology minimizes heat in 24/7 rack-enclosure operation vs. linear design
- 19-inch rack form factor integrates into control rooms and telecommunications racks
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SKU: V-CA2924

Valcom V-CA2924 24 Station Cable Adapter

24-station wall-mounted cable adapter for Valcom PA systems
- Supports 24 stations with microphone input for two-way communication
- Compatible with Valcom 2924 platform and PA system controllers
- Wall-mounted design for office, institutional, and commercial installations
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SKU: V-CIO

Valcom V-CIO Clock Relay Card

Rack-mount clock relay card for synchronized timing in V-2924A systems
- Microphone input support for audio-triggered relay control and automation
- Integrates into modular Valcom rack enclosures for multi-zone coordination
- Purpose-built for institutional facilities requiring synchronized clock signaling
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SKU: V-DCH

Valcom V-DCH Digital Clock Head End Driver

2U rack driver for synchronized digital clocks across multi-zone facilities
- Integrated 6 Amp 2-wire driver and V-DCPI protocol interface in single chassis
- 2-wire loop topology reduces wiring complexity versus multi-conductor systems
- Microphone input built-in for time announcements and facility-wide alerts
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SKU: V-SMR12AW

Valcom V-SMR12AW 12" Wireless Analog Clock Mount Ring

12" wireless analog clock mount ring for retrofit wall installation
- Wireless operation eliminates hardwired time signal distribution needs
- Integrated microphone support for audio integration in facility networks
- Retrofit-ready design installs directly to existing wall openings
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SKU: V-SMR16AW

Valcom V-SMR16AW 16-Inch Wireless Analog Clock Surface Mount

16-inch wireless analog clock surface mount ring for Valcom systems
- 16.30-inch diameter metal housing with black finish for clean wall install
- Surface mount design fits existing infrastructure without recessed prep work
- Weighs 2 lbs, indoor-rated for schools, healthcare, offices, and facilities
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SKU: V-WGACLK

Valcom V-WGACLK Wire Guard for Analog Clocks

Wire guard for 12" and 16" Valcom analog clocks with microphone access
- Fits both 12-inch and 16-inch Valcom analog clock models
- Wire construction maintains full visibility of clock face and time
- Wall-mount design preserves integrated microphone audio functionality
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SKU: V-WGD4

Valcom V-WGD4 4" Wire Guard for Digital Clocks

Steel wire guard for 4" Valcom digital clocks; impact and vandalism protection
- Steel mesh construction deters tampering and impact damage in high-traffic facilities
- Microphone-compatible design maintains full audio input functionality when installed
- Wall-mount installation fits Valcom 4-inch digital clock models directly
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SKU: V-WGFLEX-2

Valcom V-WGFLEX-2 Wire Guard for FlexHorns

Wire guard for FlexHorns with recessed mount and minimal acoustic loss
- Protects speaker diaphragm and hardware from vandalism and impact damage
- Recessed wall and ceiling mount design sits flush without protruding
- Wire mesh preserves frequency response and coverage pattern intact
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SKU: V-WGHORN-2

Valcom V-WGHORN-2 Wire Guard for Horns

Wire guard for Valcom horns—vandalism and impact protection
- Protective wire construction shields horn speakers from damage in high-traffic areas
- Direct mount installation on existing Valcom paging horn systems
- Rated for outdoor, institutional, and public-access environments
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SKU: V-WGVL520-2

Valcom V-WGVL520-2 Wire Guard for VL520

2-pack wire guards for VL520 speaker; vandal-resistant ceiling/rack mount
- Vandal-resistant wire construction shields speaker from physical damage
- Ceiling and rack-mounted installation; maintains acoustic transparency
- Microphone support preserved for two-way voice communication
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What to Look For When Buying

The six decisions that matter most before you spec.

Match Bracket to Camera + Surface

A dome camera mounted on a textured wall needs a wall-mount adapter with a gasket; mounted on a pole it needs a pole-mount arm; mounted on an eave it may need a pendant. Third-party brackets exist but brand-specific brackets include proper camera cable routing and weather gasketing. Buying a $40 generic bracket to save on a $80 Axis bracket usually costs more in installation time.

Enclosure NEMA Rating

NEMA 3R = light rain; NEMA 4 = splash + driving rain; NEMA 4X = above + corrosion resistance (coastal, industrial); NEMA 6 = temporary submersion. For weather-exposed camera enclosures, NEMA 4X is the commercial standard. For mission-critical outdoor gear, pair NEMA 4X enclosure + IP67 camera + IK10 vandal rating.

C/CS-Mount Lens Selection

Box cameras use interchangeable C-mount (17.526mm flange) or CS-mount (12.5mm flange). Lens focal length + sensor size determines field of view: a 4mm lens on a 1/3" sensor gives ~60° horizontal FOV. Our DORI guide covers lens selection by scene distance. F-stop matters for low-light; P-iris for auto-exposure.

IR Illuminator Wavelength

850nm IR is more efficient but produces a faint visible red glow (deterrent or accidental giveaway, depending on use case). 940nm is truly covert but requires ~2x the power for the same effective range, and many cameras have lower sensitivity at 940nm. Match illuminator wavelength to camera IR-cut filter spec, or image washout results.

Power Supply Sizing & Distance

12VDC cameras at 100ft from a power supply drop significant voltage over 18-gauge wire — a camera rated for 12V may see 10.5V at the camera end under load, triggering brownout resets. For long runs, use a higher-voltage power supply (24VAC or 48VDC) and step down at the camera. UL-listed surveillance power supplies (Altronix) publish voltage-drop tables.

Cable Jacket Rating

Indoor Cat6 is rated CM (communications); plenum-rated CMP is required for above-drop-ceiling runs per NFPA 70. Outdoor/direct-burial Ethernet is a different product (CMX, direct-burial gel-filled). Mixing jacket ratings causes code violations and fire inspector rejections. Always spec by run environment, not lowest-cost SKU.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect outdoor performance.

NEMA vs IP Rating Systems

NEMA is the US enclosure standard (NEMA 1-13); IP is the international standard (IP00-IP68). Rough crosswalk: NEMA 4 ≈ IP66, NEMA 4X ≈ IP66 + corrosion, NEMA 6 ≈ IP67. Some spec sheets list both; when only one is given, the crosswalk is approximate. For coastal, industrial, and food-processing environments, specify NEMA 4X or IP66 + stainless steel.

C-Mount vs CS-Mount Lenses

C-mount: 17.526mm flange focal distance. CS-mount: 12.5mm flange. CS cameras accept both lens types (C lenses need a 5mm adapter ring); C cameras accept only C lenses. Most modern box cameras are CS-mount for lens flexibility. Lens thread is 1-inch × 32 TPI on both.

F-Stop / Iris

F-stop = focal length ÷ aperture diameter. Lower F-stop (wider aperture) means more light, better low-light performance, shallower depth of field. F1.4 is very low-light capable; F1.8 is common commercial spec. P-iris (precise iris) lenses auto-adjust aperture based on scene lighting — reduces over-exposure during day, improves low-light at night.

850nm vs 940nm IR

IR illuminators at 850nm are more energy-efficient and the sensitivity of most camera IR-cut filters peaks here — but 850nm produces a faint visible red glow from the LEDs. 940nm is invisible to human eye but requires ~2x the power or shorter effective range. Many covert-deployment cameras are re-tuned for 940nm sensitivity.

UL-Listed Power Supplies

Underwriters Laboratories listed power supplies meet safety standards for overcurrent, overvoltage, and enclosure isolation. UL 294 specifies additional requirements for access control; UL 603 for security burglary; UL 1310 for Class 2 power. Insurance and code requirements increasingly specify UL-listed supplies — particularly in commercial and institutional installations.

Plenum vs Riser vs PVC Cable

Plenum-rated (CMP) cable uses low-smoke FEP jacket for use above suspended ceilings where smoke spreads through return-air plenums. Riser (CMR) is for vertical shaft runs between floors. PVC (CM) is for open office runs only. Using CM in plenum spaces violates NFPA 70 — costly inspector rejection if caught.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

New Construction Retrofit

Cat6A plenum cable pulled to camera locations with proper service loops, 2-gang electrical boxes at each dome location with weatherproof backbox, Cat6A patch panel at the IDF, UL-listed power supplies for any 12V/24V camera, labeled and tested before cameras are mounted.

Coastal / Corrosive Environment

NEMA 4X stainless-steel enclosures for outdoor cameras, 316-grade stainless brackets, silicone dielectric grease on every connector, hot-dipped galvanized or powder-coated steel poles. Budget 15-25% more on accessories vs. standard outdoor — and plan for 3-5 year inspection cycles rather than 10.

Box-Camera LPR Application

Box camera with 50-150mm telephoto lens, dedicated 850nm IR illuminator at same height as camera, pole-mount bracket with junction box, UL power supply for camera + illuminator. LPR-specific enclosures with anti-reflective glass to avoid nighttime IR bloom. Typical deployment: dedicated lane camera, not general-purpose surveillance.

Parking Garage Retrofit

Existing analog coax cable replaced via NVT Phybridge or similar PoE-over-coax, vandal-resistant dome enclosures at ground level, low-profile bullet cameras on ceiling, LED-plus-IR-compatible illuminators to handle harsh fluorescent lighting. Enclosures rated for vehicle-exhaust environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need the OEM bracket for my camera, or will a generic bracket work?

For most commercial installations, specify the OEM bracket. Brand-specific brackets include proper cable routing, gasketed weather seals, and mounting-hole patterns matched to the camera — which matters more than the cost savings of a generic bracket. Generic brackets are acceptable for indoor standard-dome cameras on flat surfaces; for outdoor, vandal-rated, or pendant applications, use OEM.

What NEMA rating do I need for outdoor camera enclosures?

NEMA 4 for most weather-exposed deployments (driving rain, snow). NEMA 4X for coastal, industrial, or food-processing environments (adds corrosion resistance — typically stainless steel or fiberglass construction). NEMA 6 for temporary submersion or flood-prone areas. The IP-rating equivalent is IP66 for NEMA 4, IP66 + corrosion for NEMA 4X, IP67 for NEMA 6.

How do I choose the right lens focal length for a box camera?

Work backward from the scene. Identify the farthest point you need identification-grade coverage, use our DORI guide to calculate required pixels-per-foot at that distance, and match lens focal length + sensor size to deliver that PPF. A 4mm lens on a 1/3" sensor covers ~60° horizontal FOV; a 12mm lens on the same sensor covers ~20°. Wide FOV = shorter identification distance.

What's the difference between 850nm and 940nm IR illuminators?

850nm is more energy-efficient — you get more effective range per watt — but produces a faint visible red glow from the LEDs. 940nm is truly invisible to the human eye but requires about 2x the power for equivalent range, and many cameras have lower sensor sensitivity at 940nm. For deterrent visibility or cost-efficient long-range, 850nm; for covert applications, 940nm.

Can I power an IP camera with a generic 12V wall-wart?

Not for a commercial deployment. Generic wall-warts are unregulated, not UL-listed for security applications, and typically don't include surge protection. Use a UL-listed surveillance power supply (Altronix AL series, UL 294 or UL 603) with battery backup where required. PoE is preferred when possible — single cable, centralized power management, UPS-backed.

What cable jacket rating do I need for in-ceiling runs?

Plenum-rated (CMP) cable is required for any run through a return-air plenum space above suspended ceilings (most commercial buildings). Riser (CMR) for vertical shafts between floors. PVC (CM) for open office spaces only. Using non-plenum cable in a plenum space is a fire-code violation under NFPA 70 and will be rejected by inspectors. Budget plenum cable for any building where you're not 100% sure of the return-air path.

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Valcom V-ACS-X48/45 48-Zone Expansion Module

Valcom V-ACS-X72/25 ACS Zone Expansion Module

Valcom V-ACS-X72/45 72-Zone Expansion Module

Valcom V-AW12B 12-Inch Wireless Analog Clock

Valcom V-AW12BLP 12" Wireless Analog Clock

Valcom V-C6124P 24V 6A Switching Power Supply

Valcom V-CA2924 24 Station Cable Adapter

Valcom V-CIO Clock Relay Card

Valcom V-DCH Digital Clock Head End Driver

Valcom V-SMR12AW 12" Wireless Analog Clock Mount Ring

Valcom V-SMR16AW 16-Inch Wireless Analog Clock Surface Mount

Valcom V-WGACLK Wire Guard for Analog Clocks

Valcom V-WGD4 4" Wire Guard for Digital Clocks

Valcom V-WGFLEX-2 Wire Guard for FlexHorns

Valcom V-WGHORN-2 Wire Guard for Horns

Valcom V-WGVL520-2 Wire Guard for VL520

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