Biamp Vocia VA-8150CV Networked Eight-channel Amplifier - 911.0416.900
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Biamp Vocia VA-8150CV Networked Eight-channel Amplifier - 911.0416.900
Product Overview
The Biamp Vocia VA-8150CV is a digital, networked eight-channel constant-voltage amplifier for large-scale commercial paging and emergency communication systems. CobraNet-enabled and rated at 150 watts per channel into 70V/100V lines, it delivers high channel density with comprehensive failover and redundant networking for life-safety-grade installations. It is an EN 54-16 certified amplifier built for mission-critical voice evacuation and background music distribution.
Product Description
The VA-8150CV is part of Biamp's Vocia decentralized paging and emergency communication platform. It provides eight channels of constant-voltage (70V/100V) amplification at 150 watts per channel, with a page-active relay and extended audio delay of up to 32 seconds per channel.
Designed for reliability, the amplifier offers comprehensive device-to-device and channel-to-channel failover, dual Ethernet ports for redundant CobraNet connectivity, and dual power inputs (100–240V AC and 2 x 48V DC). Flexible line monitoring supports supervised installations required for life-safety applications.
As an EN 54-16 certified, CobraNet-enabled amplifier, the VA-8150CV integrates into Vocia systems for paging, background music, and emergency voice messaging across large facilities, transportation hubs, and campuses.
Key Features
- Eight channels at 150W — High channel density for constant-voltage 70V/100V distribution across many zones.
- Comprehensive failover — Device-to-device and channel-to-channel failover keeps audio online during faults.
- Redundant CobraNet networking — Dual Ethernet ports provide network redundancy for mission-critical paging.
- Dual power inputs — 100–240V AC and 2 x 48V DC inputs support battery-backed life-safety power.
- Extended audio delay — Up to 32 seconds per channel for time-aligned, large-area distribution.
- EN 54-16 certified — Meets the voice-alarm standard for emergency communication systems.
- Rack-mount — 2RU chassis, CE marked and RoHS compliant.
Typical Applications
- Government space
- Multi-purpose room
- Auditorium
- House of worship
Technical Specifications
| Type | Networked constant-voltage (70V/100V) amplifier |
| Channels | 8 channels, 150W per channel |
| Networking | CobraNet with dual Ethernet ports (redundant) |
| Failover | Device-to-device and channel-to-channel |
| Audio delay | Up to 32 seconds per channel |
| Power | Dual inputs: 100–240V AC and 2 x 48V DC |
| Monitoring | Flexible line monitoring; page active relay |
| Certification | EN 54-16 certified, CE marked, RoHS compliant |
| Form factor | Rack-mount, 2RU |
| Warranty | Biamp 5-year warranty |
Competitor Comparison
| Criterion | Biamp Vocia VA-8150CV | Bosch PRAESENSA (amplifier) | TOA VX/VM series |
|---|---|---|---|
| System type | Decentralized Vocia networked PA/EVAC | Networked PA/VA over OMNEO/Dante | Networked/matrix voice evacuation |
| Channels | 8 x 150W constant voltage | Multi-channel, model dependent | Multi-channel, model dependent |
| Network audio | CobraNet, redundant dual Ethernet | OMNEO / Dante / AES67 | Proprietary / Dante options |
| Failover | Device and channel-level failover | Built-in spare-channel/backup amp | Backup amp and supervision |
| Life-safety standard | EN 54-16 certified | EN 54-16 / EN 54-4 certified | EN 54-16 certified models |
| Power resilience | Dual AC + 48V DC inputs | Integrated backup power options | External battery/backup |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the VA-8150CV a constant-voltage amplifier?
Yes. It drives 70V/100V distributed-speaker lines at 150 watts per channel across eight channels.
Does it support emergency/voice-evacuation use?
Yes. It is EN 54-16 certified and includes failover, supervised line monitoring, and redundant power for life-safety installations.
How does it connect to the rest of the system?
It is CobraNet-enabled with dual Ethernet ports for redundant networking within a Biamp Vocia system.
What redundancy does it provide?
Comprehensive device-to-device and channel-to-channel failover plus dual power inputs (AC and 48V DC).
What warranty applies?
It is covered by Biamp's five-year warranty.
See Vocia paging and emergency communication products in the Biamp collection at Creation Networks.
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