Hikvision DS-QAZ1307G1T-E(C) 7W PoE Network Horn Speaker

The Hikvision DS-QAZ1307G1T-E(C) is a 7W network horn speaker designed for outdoor public address, alarm broadcasting and two-way audio applications. It's a compact, PoE-powered unit that fits into Hikvision's wider synchronized audio and video security ecosystem, letting a single network cable handle both power and audio/control data without needing a separate power supply run to each speaker location.

Hikvision DS-QAZ1307G1T-E(C) 7W Network Horn Speaker

Built around a high-speed industrial-grade dual-core chip with dual NOR Flash and eMMC storage, the DS-QAZ1307G1T-E(C) is engineered for reliability in continuous outdoor deployment. The dual storage arrangement provides system backup, meaning the unit can recover from certain firmware or storage faults without becoming fully unusable, while secure startup, user login locking and password complexity prompts are built in to reduce the risk of the device being compromised on a network — a meaningful consideration for any IP-connected device permanently installed in a public or semi-public space.

The speaker delivers 7W of rated power at 121dB max acoustic pressure, with a 70° horizontal by 100° vertical directional pattern, making it suited to targeted announcement points such as entrance gates, loading bays or specific zones rather than wide open-area coverage. Two built-in electret microphones enable two-way audio over SIP, so the unit can function as a genuine intercom point — useful for gate access verification or remote assistance calls — not just a one-way announcement speaker. It also supports local audio collection and playback, alarm input, arming schedules, audio linkage, and TTS speech synthesis with text broadcasting in eight languages, reducing the need for pre-recorded announcements in multi-language environments.

Power and Connectivity

The unit is powered via PoE (IEEE 802.3at, 16.4W max), simplifying installation by removing the need for a separate mains power run to the speaker's mounting location — a single Ethernet cable provides both data and power, which is particularly useful for outdoor or hard-to-reach mounting points such as gate posts or perimeter fencing.

KEY BENEFITS

• PoE powered — single cable run for both power and data
• Two-way SIP audio turns it into a genuine intercom point, not just a speaker
• Dual storage backup improves reliability in continuous outdoor use
• Built-in network security features reduce compromise risk
• Multi-language TTS reduces reliance on pre-recorded announcements
• Targeted 70°/100° directional pattern suits specific announcement zones

KEY FEATURES

• 7W rated power, 8 Ω impedance, 121 dBSPL max acoustic pressure
• PoE IEEE 802.3at, 16.4W max power draw
• 2x electret microphones, two-way audio via SIP
• Audio algorithms: AEC, AGC, ANS, DRC
• Alarm input, arming schedule, audio linkage
• TTS speech synthesis and text broadcasting in 8 languages
• Dual NOR Flash + eMMC storage with system backup
• Secure startup, login locking, password complexity enforcement

IDEAL FOR

• Gate entry points needing two-way intercom-style communication
• Perimeter and fence-line announcement points
• Loading bays and access-controlled zones
• Multi-language sites needing automated TTS announcements
• Sites wanting a single-cable PoE install over separate power runs
• Facilities integrating audio alerts with existing Hikvision video systems

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the DS-QAZ1307G1T-E(C) need a separate power supply?

No, in most installations it doesn't — it's powered via PoE (IEEE 802.3at, up to 16.4W), so a single Ethernet cable from a PoE switch or injector provides both network connectivity and power, removing the need for a separate mains power run to the mounting location.

Can this speaker be used as a two-way intercom?

Yes. It has two built-in electret microphones and supports two-way audio over SIP, so it can function as a genuine intercom point for use cases like gate access verification or remote assistance requests, rather than only broadcasting one-way announcements.

What does the "(C)" suffix on this model indicate?

The "(C)" denotes a newer hardware revision of the base DS-QAZ1307G1T-E model, with its own dedicated, more recently dated official datasheet, and appears to be the current actively supported variant given that Hikvision's listing shows the non-"C" base model has been discontinued.

How focused is the sound output — will it cover a wide open area?

It has a relatively narrow 70° horizontal by 100° vertical directional pattern, meaning it's designed for targeted coverage of a specific point such as a gate or doorway rather than broad, wide-area coverage — for larger open spaces, a wider-coverage column speaker would generally be a better fit.

What happens if the speaker's storage or firmware becomes corrupted?

The unit uses dual NOR Flash and eMMC storage with built-in system backup, which is designed to allow the device to recover from certain firmware or storage-level faults rather than becoming completely unusable, improving reliability for permanently installed outdoor units.

Is it secure to have on a network long-term?

Hikvision has built in several network security measures for this model, including secure startup, user login locking after failed attempts, and enforced password complexity, which are aimed at reducing the risk of the device being compromised while permanently connected to a network.

Can it broadcast pre-scheduled alerts automatically?

Yes. It supports arming schedules and audio linkage, alongside alarm input, so it can be configured to broadcast automatically in response to a triggered alarm or according to a set schedule, without requiring an operator to manually initiate every announcement.