Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.
5451 North Rural Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667
www.carsonsirens.com
TECHNICAL BULLETIN
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WAIL |
SIREN |
POWER |
HORN |
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YELP |
OFF |
RADIO |
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PHASER |
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ON |
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SA450 |
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING MANUAL
SA-450-80 WITH PA VOLUME ON SIDE
(OLD VERSION)
SA-450-80 14V
SA-450-80 PG (Positive GND)
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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SA-450-80 (old version) SPECIFICATIONS |
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INPUT POWER: |
11-16 Volts DC, 8 Amps DC |
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SIREN MODE |
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OUTPUT POWER: |
105 Watts RMS |
(15 VDC input, 100W speaker) |
AUDIO MODE |
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OUTPUT POWER: |
40 Watts RMS |
(14 VDC input, 100W speaker) |
SIREN |
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FREQUENCY: |
450Hz - 1500Hz Nominal |
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CYCLE RATES: |
WAIL - 14 cycles/min |
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YELP - 190 cycles/min |
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AUDIO |
PHASER - 15 cycles/sec |
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RESPONSE: |
200Hz - 10KHz +/-3db |
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Harmonic Distortion Less than 3% @ 1KHz |
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RADIO INPUT |
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SENSITIVITY: |
0.75VAC Input Min. for 40 Watts RMS Output |
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OPERATING |
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TEMPERATURE: |
-15° F to +140° F |
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SIZE: |
5-1/8" Wide X 2-3/8" High X 5-7/8" Deep |
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WEIGHT: |
4 pounds |
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NIGHT VISIBILITY: |
Power light |
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PROTECTION: |
High Voltage – Siren output stops with input voltage above highest rating |
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Stops high output power from blowing speaker |
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Reverse Polarity - Fuse blows when power is wired backwards |
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Shorted Output – Fuse blows if speaker shorts (a common problem) |
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NOTICE
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.
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INSTALLATION
Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation. Please read all instruction 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 systems 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 unit for easy access by the vehicle operator. DO NOT mount in air bag deployment area. Assure clearances before drilling in vehicle. To prevent internal damage mounting bolts must not enter case more than 1/4".
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.
MOUNTING
The mounting bracket supplied can be installed above or below the unit. Choose a mounting location convenient to the operator and away from any air bag deployment areas. Inspect behind mounting area for clearance. Assure adequate ventilation to prevent overheating. Consider wire routing and access to connections, as well as microphone bracket placement. Install mounting bracket to vehicle using 1/4" hardware (not supplied).
If mounting in a rack or console, make sure that mounting bolts do not enter case more than 1/4".
May need to set PA and RADIO VOLUME ADJUST on side of unit before final mounting and installation
A microphone clip along with mounting screws (CP3633) holds the microphone in place.
CP3676 Mounting Bracket
1/4-20 Bolt (CP3966) 
Bolt must not pass through cover more than 1/4”
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