Bogen asug1 Self-amplified Ceiling Tile Speaker 1W

Product Description

The BOGEN asug1 is a self-amplified ceiling tile speaker designed for commercial audio distribution in light commercial environments. Rated at 1 watt and featuring an 8-inch cone, it delivers clear, intelligible audio without requiring an external amplifier. The speaker draws its signal directly from a standard 600-ohm telephone line, making it a straightforward drop-in solution for paging and background music applications. Installation targets suspended acoustic ceiling tile grids, and the unit ships in white to blend with standard ceiling tile finishes. Audio and communications contractors are the typical installing trade.

The asug1 is suited for light commercial spaces where a low-power, self-contained audio point is needed. Common deployment environments include office suites, retail storefronts, waiting rooms, and similar occupancies already wired with 600-ohm telephone-grade distribution lines. Because the amplifier is built into the speaker enclosure, no separate rack-mount amplifier or transformer tap wiring is required at the ceiling location, reducing both materials and labor at each speaker drop.

Key Features

• Self-amplified design eliminates the need for a separate external amplifier at each speaker location
• 1-watt output delivers clear, intelligible audio at conversational listening levels
• 8-inch cone speaker sized for standard commercial ceiling tile grid openings
• Connects directly to a standard 600-ohm telephone distribution line
• White finish blends with standard suspended ceiling tile systems

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or addition for commercial ceiling tile audio systems using 600-ohm telephone-line signal distribution.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed audio, communications, or low-voltage contractor. De-energize the telephone line or audio distribution circuit before making speaker connections. The speaker mounts into a ceiling tile cutout sized for an 8-inch driver — verify tile thickness and grid clearance before cutting. Follow applicable local low-voltage wiring codes and any authority-having-jurisdiction requirements for commercial audio installations.

Technical Specifications

• Power Output: 1 watt
• Speaker Size: 8 inches
• Input Impedance: 600 ohms
• Signal Source: Standard 600-ohm telephone line
• Color: White
• Mounting Type: Ceiling tile

Standard Information

• Brand: BOGEN
• Manufacturer Part Number: asug1