Carson SA-441-10F Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.

5451 North Rural Street

Indianapolis, IN 46220

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

www.carsonsirens.com

SA-441-10F

DUAL REMOTE SIREN AMPLIFIER

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SA-441

POWER

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

CP5203A 11/1/19

Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.

Sound Hazard - Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage.
Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity.
(Ref. OSHA 1910.95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines)

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SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 3

NOTICE ......................................................................................................... 3

GENERAL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................. 4

INSTALLATION .............................................................................................. 5

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................... 5

UNPACKING .............................................................................................. 5

OPTION SWITCHES .................................................................................. 6

MOUNTING – Amplifier ............................................................................... 7

MOUNTING – Control Head ........................................................................ 7

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - Amplifier .................................................. 8

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS – Control Head .......................................... 8

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONTINUED ............................................. 9

OPERATION ................................................................................................ 10

GENERAL ................................................................................................ 10

SELECTOR SWITCH ............................................................................... 10

SIREN SWITCH ....................................................................................... 10

MICROPHONE (PA Override) .................................................................. 11

PA VOL .................................................................................................... 11

AUXILIARY INPUT ................................................................................... 11

HORN RING CYCLER 2 (HRC2) ............................................................. 11

RADIO VOLUME ADJUST ....................................................................... 11

DUAL SWITCH ......................................................................................... 11

SERVICE ..................................................................................................... 12

PROBLEMS .............................................................................................. 12

PARTS and ACCESSORIES .................................................................... 13

RETURN ................................................................................................... 14

LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................................................. 14

CONTROL HEAD INSTALLATION TEMPLATE ........................................... 15

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SPECIFICATIONS

Input Voltage 11 - 16 VDC (negative ground)
Input Current 17 AMPS (@14 VDC - dual 100W speakers)

Standby Current Less than 250 mA
Audio Frequency 200Hz - 10 kHz + 3db
Audio Distortion Less than 3% (@1 kHz - dual 100W speaker)
Audio Output 80 watts (@14 VDC - dual 100W speaker)
Audio Input 400 ohms + 10%
Output Power 210 WATTS RMS MAX. (15 VDC - dual 100W speakers)
Siren Frequency 700Hz - 1500Hz (Two-Tone and Horn = 435Hz & 585Hz
Tones / Cycle Rates Horn Wail Power C Yelp Phaser Two-Tone

High Voltage
Protection

Short Circuit Current 50 AMPS (supply circuit must be capable of supplying this for 1 second)
Operating

Temperature
Controls 6-position rotary selector switch (Radio, Horn/Two-Tone, Manual, Wail, Yelp,

Connections
(10-Pin Conn)

Size Control Head: 6-1/4" W x 2-7/8" H x 1" D

Weight 6 LBS.

Due to continuous product improvements, we must reserve the right to change any specifications and information,
contained in this manual at any time without notice.
Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc. makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to,
the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages
in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this manual.

109 CPS 13 CPM 100 CPM 190 CPM 15 CPS 60 CPM
16 - 18 VDC will cause siren output to cease, resume at normal

-15° F to +140°F

and Phaser/Wail-Yelp).
Dual siren control toggle switch.
Momentary push-button Siren switch.
Front panel mounted PA volume control, Radio adjust on amplifier
Auxiliary input for positive or negative connection.
8-position DIP switch option selector.

(2) Positive, (2) Negative, (3) Speaker, (2) Radio, Control

Amplifier: 8” L x 6-3/4” W x 2-1/8” H

NOTICE

See www.carsonsirens.com for latest information.

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The SA-441 Dual Siren Amplifier is a premium unit designed for dual 100W speaker use. The control

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

head is only 1 inch deep and can be installed in minimum clearance areas. Connection between the
control head and amplifier is via a single lead wire with common ground.

A 6-position rotary selector switch controls the primary operating modes of Radio, Horn (Standby),
Manual, Wail, Yelp, and Phaser. A Dual siren control switch provides additional modes, including dual
Wail, dual Yelp, Wail and Yelp, dual Phaser, dual Horn, and T wo-Tone. A Siren push-button switch is
provided for Manual control of the output tone, Horn, Yelp or Power C override, depending on the
selector switch setting. An independent toggle switch controls power. A hole is provided in the amplifi­er to adjust Radio volume.

Depending upon the version, the microphone may or may not be directly mounted to the control head.
Units with an “F” suffix have the microphone permanently mounted to the faceplate. Units with an “FX”
suffix are provided with an extension harness and connectors for remote mounting of the microphone.
An auxiliary input is provided for connection to a positive or negative horn ring circuit or switch, per­forming the same function as the Siren push-button.

An 8-position DIP switch on the amplifier allows selection of various options: Two-Tone to replace
Phaser, Phaser disable, Horn disable, dual mode disables, and Horn Ring Cycler 2 (HRC2), which
allows cycling through Wail, Yelp, and Phaser by tapping the horn ring when the selector switch is in
the Horn position. The front panel is backlighted with LED's for night visibility.

This durable unit utilizes short circuit, high voltage, and reverse polarity protection systems for maxi­mum service life over a wide temperature range. Two separately fused amplifiers provide redundancy,
and the unit will operate with only one amplifier functioning.

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Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation. Please read all instruc-

INSTALLATION

tion before installing the unit. Failure to follow these instructions can cause serious damage to the unit
or vehicle and may void warranties.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

For the safety of the installer, vehicle operator, passengers and the community please observe the
following safety precautions. Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result

in property damage, injury or death.
Qualifications - The installer must have a firm knowledge of basic electricity, vehicle electrical sys-

tems and emergency equipment.

Sound Hazard - Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage.
Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity.
(Ref. OSHA 1910.95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines)

Mounting - Mount the control head for easy access by the vehicle operator. DO NOT mount in air bag
deployment area. Assure clearances before drilling in vehicle.
Wiring - Use wiring capable of handling the current required. Make sure all connections are tight.
Route wiring to prevent wear, overheating and interference with air bag deployment. Install and check
all wiring before connection to vehicle battery.
Testing - Test all siren functions after installation to assure proper operation. Test vehicle operation to
assure no damage to vehicle.
Keep These Instructions - Keep these instructions in the vehicle or other safe place for future refer­ence. Advise the vehicle operator of the location.

UNPACKING

Inspect contents for shipping damage. If found alert carrier immediately.
Contact supplier immediately if any components are missing.
Contents should include the following items:

Qty Item -10F -10FX

1 Amplifier, Remote (SA-441-11F or FX) X X

1 Bracket, Microphone Clip with mounting screws (CP3633) X X

1 Connector, 10-P Terminal Block Plug for Amplifier (CP4833-10) X X

1 Cable Assembly for Control Head, 5-P (CP3040) X X

1 Control Head with attached Microphone (SA-441-10CH) X

1 Control Head without Microphone (SA-441-10CHX) X

1 Cable, Microphone Extension 18FT (CP3850) X

1 Microphone, Detachable Noise Cancelling (ES00028-10) X
1 Instruction Manual (CP5203 This Manual) X X

Qty Item

1 Amplifier, Remote Only (SA-441-11AMP)

1 Connector, 10-P Terminal Block Plug for Amplifier (CP4833-10)

1 Instruction Manual (CP5203 This Manual)

Complete Unit

Amplifier Only

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