FA-905 36" Directional Speaker with Integrated Network Media Player

The Dakota Audio FA-905 36" Directional Speaker with Integrated Network Media Player is the larger version of the FA-906.   The FA-905 combines the features of the FA-501 Directional Speaker with a built in network ready media player.  The built in media player may be used with or without an attached video screen and features USB, Compact Flash and 10/100 Ethernet connectivity options.  Video display is limited to Standard Definition (480p) and supports MPEG 1/2/4 video playback as well as the ability to display JPEG images, Powerpoint Presentations, and MP3 Audio Files.

[Dakota Audio also offers a High Definition (HD) version of the 36" integrated digital signage media player (FA-907) capable of playing 1080p content, with support for touchscreen interactivity, multiple zones, RSS and Text Feeds, and can be managed across your existing network alone or as part of a larger Enterprise Digital Signage Deployment.]    Please see the Directional Speaker/Media Player Feature Matrix to learn more.

The FA-905 speaker is covered by Dakota Audio's five (5) year warranty with product registration, and is eligible for our industry shattering 90 day money back guarantee. (no restocking fee) 

During our over 14 years in business we have only had two speakers returned and while that speaks to our products abilities we also take great pride in assisting our customers find the appropriate product for their needs. Contact us with your diagrams of where you want the sound to be in and out of focus and we'll help you with a decision you'll be proud of many years to come. 

 


FA-905 Specifications

  

FA-905 36" Directional Speaker with

Integrated Network Media Player

Media Formats Supported:  

MPEG 1/2/4, Powerpoint, JPEG, MP3

Local Media Storage:  

Compact Flash card required, Sold Seperately (a typical 4GB CF card holds approximately 3 hours of compressed 480p video)

Connections:

1xUSB, 10/100 Ethernet,  (Wireless adapter available) 

VGA, S-Video, RCA Composite

Playback Control:

Alphabetical Looping, Simple Looping, Weekly Schedules

Content Management:

LAN, USB, Compact Flash (CF) - Signage Manager Express

Dimensions:

3" x 36" x 36" (76mm x  915mm x 915mm)

Weight:

38.5 lbs  (17.4 kg)

Grill Cover:

Flame retardant fabric covers available in: black or white

FA-905 Directional Speaker Covered with Black Grill Cloth

Mounting Height:

Overhead: 8' (2.5m) to 14' (4m)

May also be mounted vertically or below floor grating 

Coverage pattern:  Circular

Adjustable from very tight (less than a meter) to three meters (10 feet) >

Frequency Response:

Full Range - from 200HZ - 5KHZ  (Built in 3 position equalizer)

Power:

16-18 VAC or 24 VDC, 15 watts (transformer included)

Amplification:

Built in amplifier with volume control and two position gain control

Maximum Output level: 

90 dBA (internally limited for safety)

Options:

Custom covers, Cables, Weatherproofing, WiFi adapter,

Onboard control panel:

See images below from FA-602  (FA-905 images coming soon!)

 FA-905 Directional Speaker with Grill Cover removed

 

 

Directional Speaker Control Panel

The FA-905 is easily field adjustable for both mounting height and pattern width.

There are two push buttons and two rows of LEDs on the top side of the array. One sets the mounting height above the floor in one foot increments from 8 to 14 feet.

The other button controls the pattern width in seven steps from tight to a circle appropriately 10 feet in diameter. 

Audio input is line level, transformer isolated, either balanced or unbalanced. A volume control and two position gain switch controls the built in amplifier which accommodates a wide range of audio input levels.

 

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A three position switch controls a built in equalizer with three preset adjustments to the audio frequency response for the program material.

The music position provides full range sound.

The voice with music position has a slight rise in the high frequency response to enhance voice intelligibility while maintaining good music reproduction.

The voice position reduces low frequencies for maximum voice intelligibility.The array accepts any standard line level input, either balanced or unbalanced.

 

For installations where the audio level is set remotely, a switch disables the volume control.

The FA-905 focused sound arrays are powered by either 16 to 18 Volts AC or 24 Volts DC. A plug-in 16 VAC transformer is supplied for installations where local 120 power is available. Where the array power and signal cables share the same conduit, we suggest powering them with 24VDC.

Generally, the arrays are suspended by four thin (0.080 inch) aircraft cables with easily adjustable clips (supplied). Optionally, four threaded inserts, either 1/4 - 20 American or 6 millimeter metric, are available.

The units are constructed of aluminum, with a non-reflective black powder coat finish.

The snap-on fabric grill cover is provided, available in black or white. Custom covers are available in quantities of 100 or more.  Logos or designs can be printed on the face of the fabric.  Please add a "B" or "W" to end of the product number when ordering (i.e. FA-602B will be shipped with a black cover)

 

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