Numerical control sixteen partition matrix column Verbex VT-LB160B 16-Zone Speaker Selector & Controller

The Verbex VT-LB160B is a highly reliable, commercial-grade 16-Zone Speaker Selector and Controller engineered for sophisticated Public Address (PA), voice alarm, and multi-zone background music (BGM) systems. Built into a rugged standard rack-mountable chassis, this unit gives you absolute routing control over 16 individual speaker zones, making it an indispensable asset for hotels, shopping malls, office buildings, schools, and factories.

With its advanced 4+2 input to 16 output routing matrix, it seamlessly bridges the gap between multiple power amplifiers and distributed speaker networks, ensuring stable, obstacle-free commercial audio performance 24/7.

Key Features & Capabilities

·         16-Zone Matrix Control: Easily segment your building into 16 distinct audio zones. Turn individual zones on or off instantly via the front panel matrix.

·         Flexible 4+2 Input Matrix: Features 4 independent background music (BGM) amplifier channel inputs alongside 2 dedicated emergency inputs.

·         Smart Emergency & Fire Alarm Integration: Connects seamlessly with paging consoles and automated alarm systems. When an emergency signal is triggered, it automatically forces the system to override standard BGM and broadcast critical evacuation announcements across designated zones.

·         One-Touch Global Controls: Equipped with an "ALL" button for immediate full-system broadcast capabilities, alongside a dedicated EMG override and a quick RESET key.

·         Industrial-Grade Core Board: Powered by an industry-leading internal control core board designed to handle continuous operation without signal distortion or system lockups.

·         Heavy-Duty Construction: Standard 2U rackmount design featuring a premium aluminum alloy front panel and integrated industrial grab handles for secure installation.

Interface & Port Layout Breakdown

Front Panel Layout

1.       Power Indicator Light & Master Switch: High-visibility LED indicator paired with a heavy-duty rocker switch.

2.       Master Matrix Buttons: * ALL: Toggles all 16 speaker zones simultaneously for facility-wide announcements.

3.       EMG: Manual emergency broadcast priority trigger.

4.       RESET: Restores the matrix to default settings instantly.

5.       Zone Status Grid: 16 individually numbered push-buttons paired with dedicated status LEDs showing active audio channels at a glance.

Rear Panel Layout

·         ADDR (Dip Switches): Hardware address code assignment for multi-device cascading and network grouping.

·         485 COM (Dual RJ45 Ports): RS485 communication ports for remote control connection and smart system integration.

·         EM IN: Green terminal block interface for direct emergency system triggers.

·         EMA / EMB / EMC / EMD (+/- Terminal Blocks): Four independent emergency amplifier input channels.

·         Background Music Ports (CHA to CHD): High-current screw barrier terminals to accept audio feeds from your primary background music amplifiers.

·         Output Channels (CH1 - CH16): 16 pairs of secure terminal blocks to route clear audio directly to your distributed speaker lines.

Ideal Applications

·         Commercial Offices & Corporate Campuses: Route distinct background music to common lobbies while maintaining isolated paging to specific working floors.

·         Industrial Plants & Warehouses: Ensure critical safety warnings and shift bells clear the entire facility without interruption.

·         Educational Institutions: Manage announcements for classrooms, auditoriums, outdoor fields, and administrative offices independently.

·         Retail & Hospitality: Tailor the auditory environment for separate dining spaces, retail floors, or spa treatment rooms from a central AV rack.