Merlaud MIP-CA IP Column Speaker series includes the MIP-CA6, MIP-CA10, MIP-CA20, and MIP-CA40, with nominal power ratings from 6 W to 72 W. Each model features a rigid extruded aluminium body, an aluminium grille, and a tilting mounting bracket. Its high-directivity design is suited to reverberant halls and rooms. The active speaker has a built-in network audio source and supports announcements from MIP-DARS or MIP-TERS8 stations. USB playback and firmware upgrades, four built-in timing programs, and optional PoE are also supported.
Product Details
| Specification | MIP-CA6 | MIP-CA10 | MIP-CA20 | MIP-CA40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal power | 6 W | 18 W | 36 W | 72 W |
| Frequency response | 150–20,000 Hz | 150–20,000 Hz | 150–20,000 Hz | 150–20,000 Hz |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 86 × 103 × 330 mm | 86 × 103 × 330 mm | 86 × 103 × 600 mm | 85 × 103 × 1200 mm |
| Packed dimensions (W × H × D) | 110 × 110 × 170 mm | 110 × 110 × 405 mm | 110 × 110 × 625 mm | 110 × 110 × 1205 mm |
| Packed weight | 1 kg | 1.5 kg | 2.7 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Shared Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Enclosure and grille | Rigid extruded aluminium body and aluminium grille |
| Mounting | Tilting bracket |
| Network announcements | Compatible with MIP-DARS or MIP-TERS8 |
| Music and updates | USB playback and firmware upgrades |
| Timing schedules | 4 built-in programs |
| Communication delay | <50 ms |
| Power supply | 12–24 V DC wide-range input |
| PoE | Optional |
| Amplifier and sub-speaker | Built-in 2 × 20 W, 8 Ω amplifier; supports one 8 Ω sub-speaker |
Key Features
- Four models cover nominal power ratings of 6 W, 18 W, 36 W, and 72 W.
- Rigid aluminium construction with an aluminium grille and tilting mounting bracket.
- High-directivity sound design for reverberant halls and rooms.
- Supports network announcements from MIP-DARS or MIP-TERS8 stations.
- USB music playback, firmware upgrades, four timing programs, and optional PoE.
FAQs
1. What power ratings are available in the MIP-CA series?
The listed models are rated at 6 W, 18 W, 36 W, and 72 W.
2. Can the column speakers receive network announcements?
Yes. They support announcements from MIP-DARS or MIP-TERS8 stations.
3. Does the series support a sub-speaker?
The provided product details specify a built-in 2 × 20 W, 8 Ω amplifier that can connect to one 8 Ω sub-speaker.