What power tappings are available on the FWS-56MEN?

The built-in transformer features 6W, 3W, and 1.5W power taps on 100V lines (and equivalent taps on 70V lines) for flexible volume adjustment across different acoustic zones.

Can the FWS-56MEN be used for everyday background music?

Yes. In addition to emergency voice alarm duty, the 5-inch full-range driver provides clean, intelligible background music and general paging announcements during normal daily operation.

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Q: How do the ceramic connector and thermal fuse protect the PA line?

The ceramic terminal block resists melting without shorting, while the thermal fuse isolates damaged speakers during fires to prevent amplifier overloads and keep the rest of the line operating.

► EN54-24 Certified: Life-safety approved for voice alarm and emergency evacuation broadcast systems.

► All-Steel Enclosure: Heavy-gauge steel cabinet and metal grille resist fire and physical damage.

► Ceramic Block & Fuse: High-temperature ceramic terminal and thermal fuse protect line continuity.

► 5-Inch Full-Range Driver: Delivers exceptional speech intelligibility and clean background music reproduction.

► Multi-Tap 100V Transformer: Selectable 6W, 3W, and 1.5W taps adapt to varying room volumes.

► Internal Steel Fire Dome: Rugged dome protects transducer mechanics and blocks heat transfer.

► 95°C Thermal Cabling: Fire-resistant internal wiring maintains operational performance during emergencies.

► Fast Surface Mounting: Rear hanging keyhole slots and knockouts enable rapid, secure wall installation.

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CMX Audio Voice Alarm Solutions

CMX FWS-56MEN 5″ EN54-24 Wall Mount Speaker (6W)

EN54-24 Certified Fireproof Commercial Surface Wall Loudspeaker with 5″ Full-Range Transducer, Ceramic Terminal, Thermal Fuse & 100V/70V Transformer

The CMX FWS-56MEN is an EN54-24 certified commercial fireproof wall mount loudspeaker engineered for voice alarm, life-safety evacuation, and distributed public address in critical infrastructure. Constructed with a heavy-gauge all-steel enclosure, protective internal steel fire dome, and white steel grille, it withstands extreme physical stress and high thermal exposure. Featuring a high-efficiency 5-inch full-range driver, high-temperature ceramic terminal block, thermal fuse, 95°C fire-resistant internal cabling, and a 100V/70V matching transformer with 6W, 3W, and 1.5W power taps, the FWS-56MEN guarantees intelligible emergency evacuation broadcasts and clean background music across commercial venues in India.

Ideal For

✓ Corporate Headquarters & Commercial Towers
✓ Metro Stations, Rail Terminals & Airports
✓ Multi-Specialty Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities
✓ Shopping Malls, Multiplexes & Department Stores
✓ Industrial Manufacturing Plants & Logistics Hubs
✓ Educational Campuses, Colleges & Auditoriums
✓ Hotels, Convention Halls & Public Venues

Core Engineering Features

EN54-24 Voice Alarm Certified

Fully compliant with the European EN54-24 standard for fire detection and voice evacuation systems, ensuring statutory life-safety compliance for public commercial projects.

All-Steel Fireproof Enclosure

Constructed from solid heavy-gauge steel with an internal fire dome and robust white steel front grille, preventing flame penetration and mechanical impact damage.

Ceramic Terminal & Thermal Fuse

Equipped with high-temperature ceramic screw terminals and a thermal fuse that disconnects damaged speakers during a fire to preserve overall speaker line continuity.

5″ Full-Range Acoustic Transducer

Precision-engineered 5-inch full-range paper cone driver delivers wide acoustic dispersion, natural tonal balance, and 92 dB sensitivity for high vocal intelligibility.

100V/70V Multi-Tap Matching Transformer

Integrated high-efficiency line matching transformer offers selectable 6W, 3W, and 1.5W power taps to adapt to varying room acoustic volumes and cable run distances.

Fast Surface & Wall Keyhole Mounting

Engineered with rear hanging keyhole screw slots and cable entry knockouts for fast, tool-efficient wall mounting onto brick, concrete, drywall, or metal surfaces.

Amplifier Matching & System Compatibility

The CMX FWS-56MEN features a high-impedance 100V/70V multi-tap transformer (6W, 3W, 1.5W). Recommended commercial amplifier pairings include:

CMX EA-120A (120W RMS Commercial Mixer Amplifier)
Small to Medium Commercial Zones

System Capacity: Supplies 96W usable load (80% continuous rating). Drives up to 16 units @ 6W, 32 units @ 3W, or 64 units @ 1.5W. Ideal for single-floor corporate offices, retail shops, and healthcare corridors.

CMX EA-240A (240W Mixer Amp)
/ CMX DA-240 (240W Class-D Booster)

Medium Commercial Facilities

System Capacity: Supplies 192W usable continuous power. Drives up to 32 units @ 6W, 64 units @ 3W, or 128 units @ 1.5W. Ideal for school corridors, hotel hallways, and industrial plants.

CMX EA-500A (500W RMS High-Power Commercial Mixer Amplifier)
Large Infrastructure & High-Rises

System Capacity: Supplies 400W usable continuous power. Powers up to 66 units @ 6W, 133 units @ 3W, or 266 units @ 1.5W. Perfect for multi-floor evacuation networks, airports, and major hospital complexes.

100V Line Tap Planning & Wiring Guidelines

When configuring EN54-24 voice alarm and commercial public address speaker networks, apply these standard system engineering guidelines:

80% Headroom Safety Rule

Total connected speaker wattage must not exceed 80% of amplifier continuous RMS power to prevent transformer saturation, line clipping, and acoustic distortion.

Zone Wattage Selection

Select 6W tap for high-noise areas and concourses; 3W tap for general corridors and waiting rooms; 1.5W tap for quiet offices and patient rooms.

Parallel Line Wiring

All speakers connect in parallel on high-voltage 100V lines. Terminate fire-rated 2-core cable (1.5 mm² or 2.5 mm²) securely inside internal ceramic blocks.

Amplifier Loading Capacities (at 80% Usable Safety Margin):

60W Amplifier (48W usable load): Powers up to 8 units @ 6W | 16 units @ 3W | 32 units @ 1.5W
120W Amplifier (96W usable load): Powers up to 16 units @ 6W | 32 units @ 3W | 64 units @ 1.5W
240W Amplifier (192W usable load): Powers up to 32 units @ 6W | 64 units @ 3W | 128 units @ 1.5W
500W Amplifier (400W usable load): Powers up to 66 units @ 6W | 133 units @ 3W | 266 units @ 1.5W

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Details
Model	FWS-56MEN
Brand	CMX Audio
Product Description	EN54-24 Certified Fireproof Commercial Wall Mount Speaker
Life Safety Standard	EN54-24 Voice Alarm and Voice Evacuation Systems Compliant
Rated Power Output	6 Watts RMS
Power Tappings (@100V / 70V)	6W, 3W, 1.5W
Line Input Voltage	100V or 70V Constant Voltage Distributed Audio Line
Speaker Driver Unit	5-Inch Full-Range High-Intelligibility Transducer
Frequency Response	120 Hz – 10 kHz
Sensitivity (1W / 1m) & Max SPL	92 dB ± 3 dB \| Maximum SPL: 99 dB
Fire Safety Components	High-temperature ceramic connector block, internal steel fire dome, 95°C fire-resistant cabling, thermal fuse
Chassis & Grille Material	Heavy-gauge steel enclosure, steel perforated grille, and fire dome in architectural white
Mounting Method	Quick surface / wall mount installation via rear hanging screw keyhole and conduit knockouts
Dimensions (W × H × D)	165 mm × 165 mm × 60 mm
Net Weight	1.4 kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EN54-24 certification mean for the CMX FWS-56MEN?

EN54-24 is the mandatory European standard for loudspeakers used in voice alarm and fire evacuation systems. Certification verifies that the loudspeaker withstands severe thermal and physical stress during a building fire, ensures high speech intelligibility for emergency broadcast instructions, and includes fire-safe wiring components.

How do the ceramic connector and thermal fuse protect the public address line?

The ceramic terminal block resists high temperatures without melting, preventing short circuits across the wiring. In addition, the integrated thermal fuse automatically opens the circuit if a speaker is directly exposed to fire, isolating the compromised unit and preventing an amplifier overload so the remaining speakers along the emergency line continue broadcasting.

What power tappings are available and how do I select them?

The FWS-56MEN transformer features taps for 6W, 3W, and 1.5W on 100V lines (and equivalent power on 70V lines). Integrators select the desired wattage tap via color-coded lead terminals on the transformer before securing the back enclosure. Higher wattage (6W) is recommended for busy public corridors, while lower taps (1.5W or 3W) suit quiet patient rooms and executive offices.

Can the CMX FWS-56MEN be used for everyday background music (BGM)?

Yes. While certified for emergency life-safety evacuation, the high-efficiency 5-inch full-range paper driver reproduces clean background music and general public address announcements across commercial properties during regular day-to-day operation.

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Weight	1.4 kg
Model	FWS-56MEN
Brand	CMX Audio
Product Description	EN54-24 Certified Fireproof Commercial Wall Mount Speaker
Life Safety Certification	EN54-24 Certified for Voice Alarm & Evacuation
Rated Power Output	6W RMS
Power Tappings (@100V)	6W, 3W, 1.5W
Line Input Voltage	100V, 70V Constant Voltage Distributed Line
Speaker Driver Unit	5" Full-Range Transducer
Sensitivity (1W/1m)	92 dB (Max SPL 99 dB)
Frequency Response	120 Hz – 10 kHz
Fire Safety Components	Ceramic Connector Block, Thermal Fuse, Internal Steel Fire Dome, 95°C Fire-Resistant Wiring
Chassis Material	Heavy-Gauge Steel Enclosure & White Steel Grille
Mounting Mechanism	Surface / Wall Mount via Rear Keyhole Screw Slots & Knockouts
Dimensions (W × H × D)	165 mm × 165 mm × 60 mm
Color	Architectural White

1 review for CMX FWS-56MEN 5″ EN54-24 Wall Mount Speaker (6W)

Rated 5 out of 5

ProjecXive India – September 19, 2026

The CMX FWS-56MEN EN54-24 5-inch 6W fireproof wall mount speaker is an indispensable solution for commercial life-safety voice alarm and public address. Its heavy-gauge steel housing, ceramic terminal block, and clean acoustic intelligibility make it a premier choice for commercial compliance across India. Verified and highly recommended by ProjecXive India.