Edwards Signaling EGCAWF Genesis EGC Ceiling Horn, White, FIRE Marking. Room Side Wiring Plate Included

Genesis horn output reaches as high as 92 dBA and features an improved audio frequency range compared with other Genesis horns. This results in excellent sound penetration through walls and a clear warning of danger. Horn only models may be configured for either coded or non-coded notification appliance circuits. They can also be set for high or low dBA output. This setting reduces horn output by about 6 dBA.

The suggested sound pressure level for each signaling zone used with alarm signals is at least 15 dBA above the average ambient sound level, or 5 dBA above the maximum sound level having a duration of at least 60 seconds, whichever is greater. These values are measured at five feet (1.5 m) above the floor. The average ambient sound level is A-weighted, fast response sound pressure measured over a 24-hour period.

Doubling the distance from the signal to the ear will theoretically result in a 6 dBA reduction of the received sound pressure level. The actual effect depends on the acoustic environment in the space. A 3 dBA difference represents a barely noticeable change in volume.