Crestron SAROS IC4P Saros® 3 in. Passive Full-Range In-Ceiling Speaker, White, Textured

Product Overview

The Crestron Saros IC4P is a passive full-range in-ceiling speaker built around a Balanced Mode Radiator (BMR) transducer for very wide, even coverage. Its single full-range driver delivers consistent off-axis response that suits both speech and background music in commercial ceilings. The speaker connects either to an external amplifier or to a Crestron Saros DM-NAX-IC4A-W audio-over-network endpoint. A plenum-rated steel enclosure and tool-free magnetic grille make it well suited to drop-tile and fixed ceilings. The white textured finish blends into typical ceiling surfaces.

Product Description

The Saros IC4P uses a 2.83 in. (72 mm) BMR transducer that radiates sound across an exceptionally wide pattern, rated at 170 degrees conical for speech up to 4 kHz and 140 degrees conical for music up to 8 kHz. This broad dispersion allows fewer speakers to cover a given area while maintaining even tonal balance as listeners move through the space. Frequency response spans 90 Hz to 30 kHz (±3 dB) with 86 dB sensitivity and 25 W power handling. Two mutually exclusive inputs are provided: a 2-pin terminal block for connection to an external amplifier (8 ohm, 7.4 ohm nominal) and an RJ-45 input for use with the Saros DM-NAX-IC4A-W only. Only one input may be connected at a time. The plenum-rated painted steel enclosure includes a 0.75 in. conduit knockout on the top and sides and a cable clamp. Installation uses four integral two-step toggle clamps that accommodate surfaces up to 2.36 in. (60 mm) thick, and an included tile bridge provides support in drop-tile ceilings. The magnetically held steel grille installs without tools and includes a safety tether. For amplifier-channel limits when used with the DM-NAX-IC4A-W, refer to the Crestron data sheet.

Key Features

• BMR full-range transducer — A single 2.83 in. Balanced Mode Radiator delivers wide, even coverage.
• Very wide dispersion — 170° conical for speech and 140° conical for music for broad, consistent fill.
• Dual input options — 2-pin terminal block for an external amplifier or RJ-45 for the Saros DM-NAX-IC4A-W.
• Plenum-rated enclosure — Painted steel back can with conduit knockouts and included cable clamp.
• Tool-free grille — Magnetically held steel grille with a safety tether for clean, fast installation.
• Drop-tile support — Included tile bridge and four two-step toggle clamps for secure mounting up to 2.36 in. thick surfaces.
• Wide bandwidth — 90 Hz to 30 kHz (±3 dB) response for clear speech and music.
• White textured finish — Blends into standard ceiling surfaces.

Typical Applications

• Conference rooms and huddle spaces — Wide coverage for clear speech reproduction.
• Open offices — Even background music and paging with fewer speakers.
• Retail and hospitality — Consistent fill across walkways and seating areas.
• Networked Saros audio systems — Paired with the DM-NAX-IC4A-W for audio-over-network distribution.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the BMR transducer different?
A Balanced Mode Radiator behaves as a single full-range driver with very wide dispersion, giving consistent tonal balance off-axis and allowing broad coverage from fewer speakers.

How do I connect it?
Use either the 2-pin terminal block for an external amplifier or the RJ-45 input for a Saros DM-NAX-IC4A-W. Do not connect both inputs at the same time.

Is it suitable for plenum ceilings?
Yes. The painted steel enclosure is plenum-rated and includes conduit knockouts and a cable clamp for code-compliant installation.

How does it install in a drop-tile ceiling?
Four integral two-step toggle clamps secure surfaces up to 2.36 in. thick, and an included tile bridge provides support in standard drop-tile ceilings.

What other Saros ceiling speakers are available, and what warranty applies?
The Saros IC6T 6.5 in. 2-way in-ceiling speaker is available for higher-output zones. Crestron speakers carry a limited warranty with a 5-year term on grilles. Contact Creation Networks.