Valcom V-9880 Vandal-Resistant FlexHorn: Surface Mount One-Way Paging for Large Indoor Spaces

The Valcom V-9880 Vandal-Resistant FlexHorn is engineered to deliver crystal-clear voice paging, urgent emergency alerts, and reliably loud ringing in large indoor environments. Built to withstand tampering and heavy use, this surface-mount horn combines rugged, heavy-gauge steel construction with a steel mesh grille to provide long-lasting performance in corridors, lobbies, warehouses, schools, and industrial facilities. Designed for quick and straightforward installation, the V-9880 seamlessly integrates with your existing distributed audio system while ensuring consistent, intelligible sound where it matters most.

• High-quality paging and emergency alert capabilities: The V-9880 is purpose-built to provide unmistakable, intelligible voice announcements and loud alert tones across expansive indoor areas. Its focused one-way design delivers precise coverage, so messages cut through ambient noise without distortion or muffling. This makes it ideal for commercial buildings, manufacturing floors, and educational facilities where timely communication is critical for safety and efficiency. The FlexHorn's acoustic engineering ensures that every word is clear, whether you’re delivering routine announcements or urgent safety instructions, helping to keep occupants informed and prepared in all situations.
• Vandal-resistant steel construction: The V-9880 features a heavy-gauge steel housing with a durable steel mesh grille that resists tampering and abuse typical in high-traffic environments. This rugged exterior protects sensitive components while maintaining a professional, utilitarian appearance that suits industrial décor and institutional interiors. The combination of robust materials and a compact, streamlined profile makes the V-9880 a dependable choice for areas where equipment may be exposed to impact or vandalism, reducing maintenance costs and downtime over the life of the installation.
• Easy surface-mount installation: Designed for fast, secure mounting, the V-9880 fits easily on walls or other flat surfaces, enabling quick deployment in retrofit projects or new builds. Its surface-mount design minimizes the need for recessed cavities and complex wiring runs, helping installers save time while preserving attic, duct, or framing spaces. The installation process is straightforward, with simple wiring options and reliable mounting hardware included, so facilities teams can complete a dependable paging solution with minimal disruption.
• Focused one-way voice coverage with robust audibility: The FlexHorn medium-to-long-throw design projects sound precisely where it’s needed, delivering clean dialogue and alerts across large rooms without excessive dispersion that would blur messages. The one-way architecture concentrates the vocal path, improving intelligibility for listeners at varying distances and seating arrangements. This results in more effective notifications during emergencies, while reducing listener fatigue during routine paging, announcements, or event cues.
• Compatibility with standard distributed audio systems: The V-9880 integrates with typical Valcom configurations and other common distributed audio networks, making it a versatile component for existing audio ecosystems. Its compatibility supports straightforward impedance matching and power distribution within 70- or 100-volt style systems commonly used in large facilities. This flexibility ensures a cohesive paging and alert strategy across multiple zones, delivering consistent volume levels and sound quality where needed while preserving system-wide performance and scalability.

Technical Details of Valcom V-9880

• Construction: Heavy-gauge steel housing with a protective steel mesh grille for enhanced vandal resistance and durability in demanding environments.
• Mounting: Surface-mount design optimized for quick, secure installation on walls or flat surfaces, minimizing the need for extensive framing or cutouts.
• Sound Output: One-way horn configuration engineered to deliver clear paging, emergency alerts, and loud ringing across large indoor spaces with strong intelligibility.
• Electrical compatibility: Designed to work with standard distributed audio systems; supports common configurations used in commercial and industrial facilities.
• Applications: Ideal for corridors, lobbies, warehouses, classrooms, manufacturing floors, and other large indoor environments where durable, high-visibility paging is required.

How to Install Valcom Vandal-Resistant FlexHorn

• Plan an optimal mounting location that provides broad coverage while avoiding obstructions and ensuring secure anchoring to solid backings such as stud walls or masonry. Consider sightlines from typical listener positions to maximize intelligibility.
• Mount the FlexHorn to the chosen surface using the included hardware. Ensure the horn is level and securely fastened, with appropriate clearance for the grille and the horn’s acoustic path. Avoid mounting near heat sources or damp areas that could affect performance over time.
• Run the wiring from your distributed audio network to the FlexHorn’s input terminals, following your system’s wiring polarity and impedance guidelines. If integrating with 70V or 25V distribution, choose the appropriate transformer tap setting and verify line integrity before final connections.
• Secure all cables with strain relief and tidy cable management to prevent accidental disconnections or damage during routine cleaning or maintenance. Replace faceplates or covers as required to maintain a clean, professional appearance.
• Power up the system and perform a thorough test of paging, alerts, and tone sequences. Listen for clarity at multiple listener positions, verify appropriate volume levels, and adjust gain, equalization, or distribution settings as needed to achieve uniform coverage and intelligibility across the intended area.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the primary purpose of the Valcom V-9880 FlexHorn? A: It is designed to provide reliable, high-clarity voice paging, emergency alerting, and loud ringing in large indoor spaces while offering vandal-resistant construction for long-term durability.
• Q: How does the vandal-resistant design benefit my facility? A: The rugged steel housing and steel mesh grille protect the unit from tampering and accidental damage, reducing maintenance needs and downtime in high-traffic areas such as schools, warehouses, and public venues.
• Q: Can I install this horn on any wall? A: The FlexHorn is intended for surface-mount installation on suitable flat surfaces like concrete or drywall-backed walls. Ensure the mounting surface is solid and can support the weight of the unit and any mounting hardware.
• Q: Is the V-9880 compatible with my existing audio system? A: It is designed to work with standard distributed audio configurations and Valcom ecosystems, allowing integration with common paging amplifiers and cabinets. Always verify impedance and power distribution requirements before connection.
• Q: What environments is the V-9880 best suited for? A: It excels in large indoor spaces such as corridors, lobbies, gymnasiums, classrooms, industrial facilities, and other areas where durable, attention-getting paging and alerts are essential.