Apex American Audio Training & Certification
Comprehensive IP network speaker training designed for low-voltage integrators.
Professional Training for IP Audio Integration
The Apex American Audio training program equips low voltage integrators with comprehensive knowledge of IP network speaker systems. From SIP protocol fundamentals to advanced Dante-enabled audio networks, our curriculum covers the full spectrum of modern IP audio solutions.
Who Is This For?
- Low voltage integrators expanding into IP audio.
- AV professionals transitioning from analog to IP-based systems.
- IT network engineers adding audio infrastructure skills.
- Sales professionals in the commercial audio
space.
Why IP Network Speakers?
- Single-cable PoE installation reduces labor and material costs.
- SIP protocol compatibility with existing VoIP infrastructure.
- Centralized management via IP Audio Center software.
- ONVIF integration with existing security
systems.
IP Network Speakers Covered in Training
Gain hands-on experience with the complete Apex IP speaker lineup — from ceiling-mount commercial units to weatherproof outdoor horns.
ASC Ceiling
Speakers
Premium ceiling-mount IP speaker for offices, classrooms, and retail. Optional Dante integration for professional AV networks.
15W | PoE | SIP/ONVIF | Dante Optional
Frequency: 70Hz – 20KHz
AS10 & ASW15 Wall Speakers
10W | PoE | SIP/ONVIF | Built-in Mic
Frequency: 70Hz – 20KHz
ASH20 and ASH30 Horn Speakers
30W | PoE+ | SIP/ONVIF | IP65
Frequency: 400Hz – 8KHz
ASL30 and ASH50 Column Speaker
30W | PoE+ | SIP/ONVIF | IP65
Frequency: 100Hz – 20KHz
Technology Stack You'll Master
SIP Protocol
Power over Ethernet
PoE and PoE+ support delivers power and data over a single Cat5e/Cat6 cable, dramatically reducing installation time and material costs.
HD Audio Codecs
Support for G.722, G.711, and Opus codecs ensures crystal-clear audio for paging, background music, and emergency announcements.
ONVIF Integration
ONVIF protocol support enables tight integration with IP video surveillance systems for unified security and communication.
Dante Audio Network
Select models support Dante for professionalgrade, low-latency digital audio networking across enterprise installations.
IP Audio Server
Centralized management platform using SIP, streaming media, and MQTT protocols. Deploy onpremise, cloud, or dedicated hardware (IAS-L100)
Training Modules & Learning Outcomes
Our 40+ hour curriculum is structured across five comprehensive modules.
- Introduction to IP-based audio vs. traditional analog systems.
- SIP protocol fundamentals and VoIP integration.
- Network architecture for audio endpoints.
- Understanding PoE standards (802.3af/at) for speaker deployment.
- Audio codec comparison: G.722, G.711, and Opus.
- IP speaker product lineup overview
- Ceiling speaker installation – mounting and wiring
- Wall-mount talkback speaker setup
- Outdoor horn and column speaker deployment
- IP65-rated equipment handling and weatherproofing best practices
- PoE switch sizing and network infrastructure planning
- Traning Modules are available through your Partner Portal.
- IP Audio Server platform setup and administration
- Speaker registration, grouping, and zone management
- Scheduling background music playlists and announcements
- SIP trunk configuration and PBX integration
- ONVIF integration with surveillance systems
- Optional Dante network configuration for SC15/SW15
- MQTT-based device management and monitoring
- Site survey techniques for IP audio deployments
- Network bandwidth calculation and QoS configuration
- Emergency notification system design
- Multi-zone audio architecture planning
- Troubleshooting common IP audio issues
- Scalability planning for enterprise installations
Ready to Master IP Audio Integration?
Don’t get left behind as the industry moves from analog to network-based sound. Join the Apex American Audio certification program and gain the skills needed to design, install, and maintain world-class audio systems. Discuss your training requirements with our partner team today.