Carson SA-500-20 User Manual
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Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.
5451 North Rural Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667
www.carsonsirens.com
SA-500-20
SIREN AMPLIFIER
OLUME
PA
RAD
SA-500
HORN
OUTPUT
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ELP
WAIL
STBY
RADIO
MAN/PHSR
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Sound Hazard
Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity.
(Ref. OSHA 1910.95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines)
- Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage.
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INSTALLATION INFORMATION
MODEL: SA-500- ______________________ OPTIONS
SERIAL NO: __________________________ ______ Auxiliary Input Selection
PURCHASE DATE: _____________________ ______ Two-Tone Selected
DEALER: _____________________________ ______Phaser Disabled
INSTALL DATE: ________________________ ______Horn Disabled
INSTALLER: __________________________ ______Yelp Override Selected
_____________________________________ ______Short Manual Selected
_____________________________________ ______HRC2 Selected
_________________________________________________ Cutout connection/polarity
_________________________________________________ Auxiliary connection/polarity
Model and serial number located on bottom of unit
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................3
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................3
UNPACKING ..................................................................................................... 4
MOUNTING ....................................................................................................... 4
OPTION SWITCHES .........................................................................................4
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS .........................................................................5
OPERATION .......................................................................................................... 6
GENERAL ......................................................................................................... 6
SELECTOR SWITCH ........................................................................................ 6
MAN/PHSR .......................................................................................................6
HORN ................................................................................................................ 6
MICROPHONE ..................................................................................................6
VOLUME CONTROLS ......................................................................................6
AUXILIARY INPUT ............................................................................................ 6
CUTOUT ........................................................................................................... 6
HORN RING CYCLER 2 (Optional) ..................................................................6
SERVICE ............................................................................................................... 7
PROBLEMS ...................................................................................................... 7
PARTS .............................................................................................................. 7
RETURN ........................................................................................................... 8
LIMITED WARRANTY ....................................................................................... 8
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. s hall not be liable for erro rs contained herein or for incidental or consequential
damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this manual.
NOTICE
05/07/05 CP4874B
SA-500-20 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 3 of 8
The SA500 Siren Amplifier is a premium unit designed for single or dual 100W speaker use. The
primary operating modes are Yelp, Wail, Standby and Radio. A Noise Canceling PA Override and
push-button Horn Override are available in all modes except Radio. Another push-button is provided for push-on/push-off Phaser operation in the Yelp and Wail modes, and Manual siren control in the Standby mode. Auxiliary input is provided for connection to horn ring circuit or switch.
Latching siren cutout input is provided for connection to a door switch, etc. to stop siren tones
when exiting the vehicle. Radio and PA volume controls are provided on the front panel. The
front panel is backlit with LED's for night visibility. An internal 8-Position DIP switch allows selection of various options. This compact unit utilizes short circuit, high voltage, and reverse polarity
protection systems for maximum service life. Output indicator light on face for diagnostics.
SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage 9 - 16 VDC (negative ground)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Input Current 8 AMPS (@14 VD C - single 100W speaker)
Standby Current Less than 150 ma
Audio Frequency 200Hz - 10 kHz + 3db
Audio Distortion Less than 3% (@1 kHz - single 100W speaker)
Audio Output 40 watts (@14 VDC - single 100W speaker)
Audio Input 400 ohms + 10%
Output Power 105 WATTS RMS MAX. (15 VDC - single 100W speaker)
Siren Fre quency 700Hz - 1500Hz (Two-Tone and Horn = 435 & 585Hz)
Tones/Cycle Rates Horn Wail Yelp Phaser Two-Tone
High Voltage Protection 16 - 18 VDC will cause siren output to cease, resume at normal
Short Circuit Current 50 AMPS (supply circuit must be capable of supplying this)
Operating Temp. -15° F to +140°F
Controls 4-position rotary mode switch (Yelp, Wail, Standby and Radio).
Connections (10-Pin Conn) (2) Positive, (2) Negative, (2) Speaker, (2) Radio, Cutout, Auxiliary
Size 6-1/8" Wide, 5-7/8" Deep, 2-1/8" High
Weight 4-1/2 LBS.
16 AMPS (@14 VDC - dual 100W speakers)
180 WATTS RMS MAX. (15 VDC - dual 100W speakers)
109 CPS 13 CPM 190 CPM 15 CPS 60 CPM
Momentary push-button Horn switch.
Momentary push-button Manual/Phaser toggle switch.
Front panel PA and Radio vol ume controls.
Auxiliary input connection programmable for positive or negative activation.
Cutout input connection programmable for positive or negative latching operation.
Internal 8-Position DIP switch option selector.
Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation. Please read all
INSTALLATION
instruction before
age 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.
(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".
CP4874B 05/07/05
installing the unit. Failure to follow these instructions can cause serious dam-
Sound Hazard
Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity.
- Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage.
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