Up 3
Full range, 3” ceiling speaker
Features
- 3” full range driver
- Discreet size
- Unobtrusive design
- 8 ohm or 70/100V line operation
- Range of power taps
- Wide conical coverage pattern
- Integrated mounting hardware
- Pendant and bezel-less grille accessory available
Bars/Restaurants & Cafes
Retail
Wedding Venues
Hotels
Education Facilities
Houses of Worship
Corporate Offices
Museums
Fitness Studios
Residential
Up 3 is a discreet, passive, 3” ceiling speaker delivering consistent coverage and crisp, clear sound to a wide range of cost conscious, commercial environments from hotels and concourses to retail outlets, bars and restaurants.
An integral fixing system is included to achieve a simple and clean installation. Up 3 has a perforated steel grille and is finished in neutral white.
The Pendant 1 and Grille 1 accessories offer further flexibility in installation and applications, allowing you to either elegantly suspend Up 3 speakers as stylish pendants or achieve a sleek, bezel-less grille appearance. These accessories are available in both black and white, helping to blend into any architectural environment.
Up 3 features a 3” (78mm) driver which is ideal for both background music and speech reproduction. A conical 130° coverage pattern delivers consistent sound where it needs to go.
Each Up 3 can be run on a series of 70 or 100 Volt taps or at low impedance. Tap selection is via a rotary switch behind the removable grille.
A SmartAmp or powered Zone will provide amplification, optimal sound performance and loudspeaker protection via presets. When teamed with Zone and WebApp, system set up and end user control is effortless, and can be further augmented by ZonePad wall controllers.
| TYPE | Full range, passive, ceiling speaker |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE (with preset) | 95Hz – 15kHz ± 3dB -10dB @68Hz |
| DRIVERS | 3” (78mm), Coated paper |
| RATED POWER | 20W (AES) 40W (Peak) |
| NOMINAL IMPEDANCE | 8Ω |
| SENSITIVITY (1W/1m) | 84dB |
| MAXIMUM SPL | 97dB (cont), 100dB (peak) |
| RECOMMENDED HIGH-PASS FILTER | 24dB/octave @ 90Hz |
| TRANSFORMER TAPS @ 70V | 15, 7.5, 3.8, 1.9W |
| TRANSFORMER TAPS @ 100V | 15, 7.5, 3.8W |
| DISPERSION (-6dB) | 130˚ conical |
| BACK CAN | Zinc-plated Steel |
| BAFFLE | ABS |
| PROTECTIVE GRILLE | Perforated steel with cloth backing |
| FIRE RATING | UL94-V0 |
| CONNECTORS | 4 Pin Euroblock with link out |
| FITTINGS | C-ring support backing plate |
| DIMENSIONS | (Ø) 202mm x (D ) 165mm (Ø) 7.95” x (D ) 5.7” |
| CUT-OUT DIAMETER | 178mm (7.01”) |
| WEIGHT | 1.6kg (3.5lbs) |
- 2 tile support rails (for 2 ft or 600 mm tile spans)
- cutout template
- paint shield
- removable locking multi-pin connector
Optimal Audio Up 3 Ceiling Speaker FAQs
The Up 3 is a versatile and cost-effective ceiling speaker designed for background music and speech reproduction in various commercial environments. Some common applications include:
- Retail stores: Background music to enhance the shopping experience.
- Offices: Background music and clear announcements in common areas or break rooms.
- Hotels and hospitality: Background music and clear announcements in lobbies, hallways, or common areas.
- Restaurants and bars: Background music to create a desired ambiance.
- Small conference rooms: Speech reinforcement for presentations or meetings.
There are some notable features and benefits:
Full-range sound: Delivers clear and balanced audio for both music and speech applications with a 3-inch driver.
Discreet design: The compact size and neutral white finish allow for easy integration into ceilings with minimal visual impact.
Wide coverage: Offers a 130° conical coverage pattern, ensuring good sound dispersion throughout a small to medium-sized space.
Passive design: Requires a separate amplifier to function. Optimal Audio offers compatible amplifiers like their Amp series.
Easy installation: Includes an integral fixing system for simple and secure mounting in compatible ceilings.
Here’s a quick comparison to help you decide:
| Feature | Up 3 | Up 4 |
| Driver size | 3 inch | 4 inch |
| Applications | Small/medium | Medium/large |
| Sound coverage | 130° conical | 120° conical |
| 70/100V line operation | Yes | Yes |
| Low Impedance operation | Yes | Yes |
| SPL | 95dB (cont) 100dB (peak) | 102dB (cont) 105dB (peak) |
The Up 4 offers a slightly larger driver size, wider sound coverage, making it suitable for slightly larger spaces or installations. Up 3 might be sufficient for smaller areas or cost-conscious projects.
The Up 3 is a passive speaker, so it requires a separate amplifier to function. Optimal Audio offers compatible amplifiers like the Smartamp series with appropriate power output to drive the Up 3 speakers effectively. When choosing an amplifier, consider the number of Up 3 speakers you plan to connect and the desired listening volume in your space.
