CA 163 – Long Throw Column Array Speaker
Key Features
- Focused vertical dispersion with wide horizontal dispersion for acoustically challenging spaces
- 240 watts continuous pink noise
- 480 watts continuous program
- Frequency range: 105 Hz to 20 kHz
- Mounting system included
- EASE compatible GLL speaker data files available for download
- Designed for quick and easy one person installation
| CA 163 Column Array Loudspeaker | |||
| Audio/acoustic and electrical | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker type | Columnar line array speaker in extruded aluminum enclosure | ||
| Frequency range | 105 Hz to 20 kHz, -10 dB, full space (per IEC 60268-5) | ||
| Frequency response | 200 Hz to 16 kHz, -3 dB, full space | ||
| Power capacity | 240 W (rms) continuous pink noise (per IEC 60268-5) 480 W (rms) continuous program | ||
| Maximum SPL | |||
| Low impedance version | 118 dB, 1 m, full space | ||
| High impedance version | |||
| 70 V | 91 dB, 1 m, full space | ||
| 100 V | 94 dB, 1 m, full space | ||
| Nominal sensitivity | |||
| Low impedance version | 93 dB SPL, 1 W, 1 m, 6.5 ohms direct, full space (per IEC 60268-5) | ||
| High impedance version | 83 dB SPL, 1 W, 1 m, 50 ohms direct, full space (per IEC 60268-5) | ||
| Nominal coverage angle (-6 dB, 1/3 octave, 4m) | |||
| 500 Hz | 180° H x 38° V | ||
| 1000 Hz | 180° H x 20° V | ||
| 2000 Hz | 155° H x 14° V | ||
| 4000 Hz | 178° H x 18° V | ||
| Nominal impedance | |||
| Low impedance version | 6.5 ohms | ||
| High impedance version | 50 ohms | ||
| Drivers | (16) 3″ (76 mm) paper cone | ||
| Input connector | (1) 5 mm captive screw connector, 4 pole for 1 input and 1 loop-through | ||
| General | |||
| Package | 1 speaker | ||
| Ambient temperature/humidity | |||
| Storage | -40 to +158°F (-40 to +70°C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing | ||
| Operating | +32 to +122°F (0 to +50°C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing | ||
| Mounting | SMK PT CA Pan-Tilt mount kit or SMK LP CA Low-Profile mount kit (Ships separately from speaker) | ||
| Adjustment range – SMK PT CA mount | |||
| Mount at bottom position: | |||
| Pan | |||
| At 15° tilt | +/- 53.5°, horizontal | ||
| At 0° tilt | +/- 73.5°, horizontal | ||
| Tilt | 0 to -15°, vertical | ||
| Mount at center position: | |||
| Pan | |||
| At 5° tilt | +/- 63°, horizontal | ||
| At 0° tilt | +/- 73.5°, horizontal | ||
| Tilt | 0 to -5°, vertical | ||
| Adjustment range – SMK LP CA mount | |||
| Tilt | +/-5°, vertical | ||
| Enclosure type | Powder-coated aluminum extrusion with zinc die-cast endcaps and powdercoated steel grille | ||
| Enclosure Finish | |||
| Black speaker | Powder coat, RAL 9011 (chassis), RAL 9017 (endcaps & grille) | ||
| White speaker | Powder coat, RAL 9003 (chassis, endcaps, & grille) | ||
| Enclosure outer dimensions | 51.9″ H x 5.0” D x 4.5″ W (1318 mm x 127 mm x 114 mm) | ||
| Product weight | |||
| Speaker | 27.6 lbs (12.5 kg) | ||
| SMK PT CA mount | 4.5 lbs (2.0 kg) | ||
| SMK LP CA mount | 1.2 lbs (0.5 kg | ||
| Regulatory compliance | CE, FCC Class B, ICES, RoHS, WEEE Designed to Meet UL1480A and CSA C22.2 No. 205 Designed to Meet IEC/EN 62368-1 | ||
| Product warranty | 5 years parts and labor | ||
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The CA 163 is a column array speaker designed to combine excellent speech intelligibility, a contemporary aesthetic, and integration-friendly mounting options. Engineered specifically for reverberant spaces, the CA 163 features sixteen 3" (76.2 mm) drivers with the ability to handle up to 480 watts of continuous program. Its focused vertical dispersion efficiently directs sound to listeners instead of reflective ceilings and floors. Two mounting systems are available to accommodate different room layouts and sizes. The CA 163 PT includes a pan and tilt wall mount with up to 15° of tilt and up to 130° of pan, while the CA 163 LP includes a low-profile wall mount with up to 5° of tilt. Available in black or white, the CA 163 is a precise solution for acoustically challenging environments.
Integration-Friendly Mounting Systems
The SMK CA Series wall mounting systems are designed for one person to securely mount the CA 163 Long Throw Column Array Speaker to an appropriately constructed wall. A wall-mounting template is included that makes it quick and easy to accurately position the speaker mounts. Once mounted, the T-slot on the rear of the speaker facilitates height adjustment by sliding the speaker vertically on the wall mount.
Two models are available to accommodate different seating arrangements, and the CA 163 is available with your choice of these mounting systems. The CA 163 PT includes the pan and tilt SMK PT CA that provides up to 130° pan and 15° tilt for rooms with level floor seating. The CA 163 LP includes the two-piece, low-profile SMK LP CA, designed for rooms with raked seating and provides up to 5° tilt. The SMK CA Series is paintable and available in black or white.
CA 163 Room Coverage Calculator
With this free Extron tool, you can input your room parameters to determine speaker suitability and ideal placement.
Low and High Impedance Mixed Systems
In spaces where side or rear fill speakers are necessary, high impedance CA 163 column array speakers can provide even coverage and consistent tonality. With a pair of CA 163 speakers on the front wall of a room, connected to a primary 8 ohm amplifier, additional CA 163 speakers can be placed on the side or rear walls, connected to a 70/100 volt system, operating at a lower SPL. Since the high impedance version of the CA 163 is transformerless, high pass filtering is unnecessary, providing the true sonic consistency of using the same speaker model at all room positions.
Complete CA Series Systems
In spaces where side or rear fill speakers are necessary to complement CA 163 column array speakers on the front wall, CA 83T or CA 43T speakers can provide even coverage, consistent tonality, and a matching aesthetic.
CA Series Column Array Speakers
| Model | CA 163 | CA 83T | CA 43T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Drivers | 16 | 8 | 4 |
| Height | 51.9" (131.8 cm) | 29.8" (75.7 cm) | 16.9" (43.0 cm) |
| Program Power Handling | 480 watts | 240 watts | 120 watts |
| Frequency Range | 105 Hz to 20 kHz | 113 Hz to 17 kHz | 125 Hz to 17 kHz |
| Horizontal Dispersion* | 180° | 180° | 180° |
| Vertical Dispersion* | 20° | 38° | 72° |
Features
- Focused vertical dispersion with wide horizontal dispersion for acoustically challenging spaces —
- Nominal horizontal coverage at 4 meters:
- 180° at 1 kHz
- Nominal vertical coverage at 4 meters:
- 38° at 500 Hz
- 20° at 1 kHz
- 14° at 2 kHz
- 18° at 4 kHz
Extron recommends utilizing the CA 163 GLL file in your acoustic simulation program to determine suitability.
- 240 watts continuous pink noise
480 watts continuous program - Frequency range: 105 Hz to 20 kHz — Within the dispersion pattern
- Mounting system included — Choice of:
- Pan and Tilt model, with up to 130° pan and 15° tilt
- Low-Profile model, with up to 5° tilt
Under 6" (152 mm) Depth
- EASE compatible GLL speaker data files available for download — Accurately simulate the CA 163 using EASE or EASE Focus.
CA 163 GLL file - Designed for quick and easy one person installation
- Includes mounting template for Pan and Tilt and Low-Profile mounting systems
- Two versions available:
- 8 ohm direct operation only
- Transformerless 70/100 volt operation only - Sixteen matched 3" (76 mm) full range drivers
- Durable, powder-coated aluminum enclosure
- Paintable enclosure, available in black or white —
- Black: RAL 9011 (chassis), RAL 9017 (endcaps and grille)
- White: RAL 9003 (chassis, endcaps and grille)
- Integrated secondary tie-off point
- Enclosure Dimensions: 51.9" H x 5.0" D x 4.5" W
(131.8 cm x 12.7 cm x 11.4 cm) - Designed to meet key regulatory requirements — Designed to meet UL1480A and CSA C22.2 No. 205
Designed to meet IEC/EN 62368-1
Complies with CE, ICES, RoHS, WEEE - 5 year parts and labor warranty
- TAA Compliant version available — Please inform your local Extron representative if your order requires compliance with TAA regulations.