Carson SA-500-16 14V User Manual

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Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.

5451 North Rural Street

Indianapolis, IN 46220

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

www.carsonsirens.com

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

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INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING MANUAL

SA-500-16 14V

SPECIAL PROGRAMMED WITH YELP OVERRIDE

ON THE MAN/PHSR BUTTON

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-500-16 SPECIFICATIONS

AMPLIFIER INPUT POWER: 9-16 Volts DC, 8 Amps DC per 100W Speaker

SIREN MODE
OUTPUT POWER: 15 VDC input, 100W speaker(s)

One speaker – 105 Watts RMS

Two speakers - 180 Watts RMS

AUDIO MODE
OUTPUT POWER: 14 VDC input, 100W speaker(s)

One speaker – 40 Watts RMS

Two speakers - 80 Watts RMS

SIREN
FREQUENCY: 700Hz - 1450Hz Nominal

CYCLE RATES: WAIL - 15 cycles/min

YELP - 210 cycles/min
PHASER - 15 cycle/sec
TWO-TONE – 1 cycle/min

AUDIO
RESPONSE: 200Hz - 10KHz +/-3db

Harmonic Distortion Less than 3% @ 1KHz

RADIO INPUT
SENSITIVITY: 0.75VAC Input Min. for 40 Watts RMS Output (1 spkr)

OPERATING
TEMPERATURE: -15° F to +140° F

SIZE: 6-1/8" Wide X 2-3/4" High X 5-7/8" Deep

WEIGHT: 5 pounds

NIGHT VISIBILITY: Backlit front control panel when power is on

PROTECTION: High Voltage – Siren output stops with input voltage above highest rating

Stops high output power from blowing speaker

Reverse Polarity – Fuse(s) blows when power is wired backwards
Shorted Output – Fuse(s) blows if speaker shorts (a common problem)

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".

A microphone clip along with mounting screws (CP3633) holds the microphone in place.

CP3571 Mounting Bracket

1/4-20 Bolt
(CP3966)

Bolt must not pass through
cover more than 1/4”

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