Algo 8186 PoE SIP Paging Speaker & IP Loud Ringer – Multicast, Bell Scheduler, Wideband Audio

Deploy clear, reliable paging and alerting across offices, schools, warehouses, clinics, and retail spaces with the Algo 8186 PoE SIP Paging Speaker and IP Loud Ringer. Designed for modern VoIP environments, this weatherproof (IP66) network paging horn speaker supports dual SIP extensions and multicast paging with up to 50 zones for fast, scalable announcements, emergency notifications, and scheduled bells/tones. With PoE (IEEE 802.3af) convenience, wideband audio in excess of 116 dB SPL, talkback capability, ambient noise detection, and flexible provisioning, the 8186 is an ideal choice for both enterprise rollouts and individual installations needing a powerful IP paging horn / loud ringer solution. Certified for native compatibility with Microsoft Teams via the Microsoft Teams SIP Gateway.

Algo 8186 – Key Features & Benefits

• PoE Network Powered (802.3af): Simplifies installation with Power over Ethernet for clean, single-cable deployment — no separate power supply needed
• SIP Paging & Interoperability: Dual SIP extensions work with leading SIP-based IP PBX and hosted VoIP platforms including Avaya, Cisco, Mitel, NEC, Polycom, Broadsoft, Asterisk, FreePBX, 3CX, Metaswitch, and more
• Multicast Paging Support (Up to 50 Zones): Efficiently broadcast announcements to one or many endpoints without placing individual calls — zoned paging supported via SIP extension or DTMF keypress selection
• Loud Ringer & Alerting (in excess of 116 dB at 1m): Typically twenty times louder than a telephone speaker — ideal for IP loud ringer, night ringer, or high-audibility notification in noisy environments
• Scheduled Bells & Tones: Automate school bells, shift changes, break tones, and routine notifications with built-in scheduling and customizable WAV files
• Wideband Audio Clarity: Optimized for voice intelligibility with wideband G.722, G.711 (μ-law/A-law), and OGG Vorbis codec support; also supports Polycom Group Page multicast
• Talkback Capability: Built-in microphone allows two-way communication between the caller and personnel near the speaker
• Ambient Noise Detection: Integrated microphone monitors background noise and automatically adjusts speaker volume to maintain audibility
• Web-Based Configuration: Straightforward management via browser interface (HTTP/HTTPS); ideal for IT admins and small business owners
• Provisioning Friendly: Supports TFTP/HTTP/HTTPS auto-provisioning for scalable deployments with centralized configuration workflows
• Weatherproof IP66 Rated: Fully rated for indoor and outdoor installations — suitable for warehouses, factories, parking lots, school yards, loading docks, and other exposed environments
• Microsoft Teams Compatible: Certified for native compatibility with Microsoft Teams via the Microsoft Teams SIP Gateway
• Typical Use Cases: Overhead paging, warehouse announcements, emergency alerts, SIP ring extension, door/area notification, multi-zone paging, school bells, factory shift tones, and OSHA compliance alerting

Algo 8186 – Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Algo Communication Products Ltd. (Burnaby, BC, Canada)
• Model / Part Number: 8186
• Product Type: PoE SIP Paging Horn Speaker / IP Loud Ringer
• Speaker: Double re-entrant horn speaker, 11" × 6⅝" (30 cm × 16.8 cm) rectangular
• Audio Output: In excess of 116 dB SPL at 1 meter
• Frequency Response: 350 Hz – 9 kHz (wideband)
• Network: 10/100 Ethernet (PoE IEEE 802.3af powered)
• Protocols: SIP, multicast RTP, HTTPS, TFTP, DHCP, DNS
• Audio Codecs: G.711 (μ-law/A-law), G.722 wideband, OGG Vorbis
• Multicast Paging: Algo multicast (up to 50 zones), Polycom Group Page
• SIP Extensions: Dual SIP extensions for voice paging and notification; up to 50 page extensions and 10 ring/alerting extensions
• Primary Functions: Paging speaker, loud ringer, talkback intercom, scheduled bells/tones, emergency alerting, mass notification endpoint
• Configuration: Web-based management interface (HTTP/HTTPS) with auto-provisioning support
• Relay: Relay output (normally open/closed, max 30V 50mA) and relay input for auxiliary accessories
• Mounting: Wall, ceiling, or double gang electrical box with included bracket, gaskets, and stainless steel hardware
• Environmental Rating: IP66 — weatherproof, suitable for outdoor and wet environments
• Operating Temperature: –40°C to 50°C (–40°F to 122°F)
• Deployment: Indoor and outdoor network paging for business, education, healthcare, industrial, and commercial environments

Algo 8186 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Is the Algo 8186 compatible with SIP PBX systems?
  Yes. The 8186 is a SIP paging speaker with dual SIP extensions designed to integrate with leading SIP-based IP PBX and VoIP platforms including Avaya, Cisco, Mitel, NEC, Polycom, Broadsoft, Asterisk, FreePBX, 3CX, and more. It is also certified for native compatibility with Microsoft Teams via the Microsoft Teams SIP Gateway.
• Can I use it for multicast paging?
  Yes. Multicast support allows efficient one-to-many paging across up to 50 configurable zones. Zones can be mapped to individual SIP extensions or selected via DTMF keypress from the calling phone. Additional Algo speakers can receive multicast without requiring their own SIP registration.
• Does it require a separate power supply?
  No. It is PoE powered (IEEE 802.3af), so a PoE switch or PoE injector can supply power over the Ethernet cable. It does not support direct power connection — PoE only.
• Can it be used as a loud ringer for incoming calls?
  Yes. It can function as an IP loud ringer (night ringer) producing in excess of 116 dB SPL at 1 meter — typically twenty times louder than a telephone speaker — providing audible ringing and alerts in areas where desk phones may not be heard.
• Can it play scheduled tones or bells?
  Yes. The 8186 supports scheduled alerting use cases such as school bells, shift changes, and timed notifications via its built-in bell scheduler. Custom WAV files can be uploaded for unique tones and alerts.
• Can it be used outdoors?
  Yes. The 8186 is IP66 rated and fully weatherproof, suitable for outdoor and wet environments. It operates in temperatures from –40°F to 122°F (–40°C to 50°C). Common outdoor applications include parking lots, loading docks, school yards, and building perimeters.
• Does it support two-way communication?
  Yes. The built-in talkback microphone allows two-way communication between the caller and personnel near the speaker. The microphone also monitors ambient noise to automatically adjust speaker volume.

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