Carson SC-1012, SC-1022-10 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.

5451 North Rural Street

Indianapolis, IN 46220

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

www.carsonsirens.com

SC-1002 / 1012 / 1022-10

SIREN AMPLIFIER W/ LIGHT CONTROL

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.

SC-1002

OUTPUT

M
A
N

A
U
T
O

MECH

WAIL

YELP

PHSR HORN

LT1 LT2

MAN

AUTO

S
T
B

Y

W

A

I

L

YELP

MECH PHSR

HORN

LT1 LT2

SC-1012

SC-1022

MAN

LT1

MECH

YELP

HORN

LT2

WAIL

PHSR

OUTPUT

SC-1000

POWER

LT2

LT1

HORN

PHSR

MECH

Y

ELP

MAN

AUTO

LAMP

NEG

HAND

CONTROL

REMOTE PANEL

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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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................... 3

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

INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................... 4

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................. 4

UNPACKING..................................................................................................... 4

OPTION SWITCHES ........................................................................................ 5

MOUNTING....................................................................................................... 6

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ........................................................................7

OPERATION (SC-1002 / 1012 Model) ............................................................... 11

POWER ON/OFF ............................................................................................11

SIREN CONTROLS ........................................................................................ 11

Man or Auto Selector Switch ..................................................................... 11

Mech - Wail - Yelp Selector Switch ...........................................................11

Phaser Button (SC-1002) or Rocker (SC-1012) ........................................11

Horn Button (SC-1002) or Rocker (SC-1012)............................................ 11

Auxiliary Input Functions ........................................................................... 11

Horn Ring Cycler 2 (HRC2) ......................................................................11

LIGHT CONTROLS......................................................................................... 12

LT1 and LT2 Lighted Rocker Switches...................................................... 12

OPERATION (SC-1022 Model) .......................................................................... 13

POWER ON/OFF ............................................................................................13

SIREN CONTROLS ........................................................................................ 13

Mech, Wail, Yelp, and Phaser Pushbutton Switches................................. 13

Manual Pushbutton Switch ........................................................................ 13

Horn Pushbutton Switch ............................................................................ 13

Auxiliary Input Functions ........................................................................... 13

Horn Ring Cycler 2 (HRC2) (See page 11) ............................................ 13

LIGHT CONTROLS......................................................................................... 13

LT1 and LT2 Pushbutton Switches............................................................ 13

SERVICE ............................................................................................................. 14

PROBLEMS .................................................................................................... 14

PARTS and ACCESSORIES .......................................................................... 15

RETURNS .......................................................................................................16

WARRANTY ....................................................................................................16

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.

See www.carsonsirens.com for latest information.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The SC-1000 Series Siren Amplifier with Light Control is designed for single 100W speaker use.
The SC-1002 and SC-1012 are a console unit and remote unit respectively.
The SC-1022 is a remote hand held unit with pushbutton controls.

SC-1002 / 1012 - The primary operating modes are Mechanical, Wail, Yelp, and Standby se-

lected by 3-position rocker switches. Momentary Horn Override, Momentary Phaser Override or
push-on/push-off Phaser operation while in the Mechanical, Wail, and Yelp modes. Manual siren
control of Mechanical, Wail, and Yelp. Lights are controlled with two rocker switches. The SC­1012 may be controlled with supplied switch panel or user supplied switches.

SC-1022 - The primary operating modes are Mechanical, Wail, Yelp, Phaser, and Standby

selected by four pushbutton switches. Momentary Horn Override pushbutton and Manual siren
pushbutton for control of Mechanical, Wail, Yelp, and Phaser. Lights are controlled with two
pushbuttons as well.

On all units, an internal DIP switch provides options to change tones, disable tones, HRC2 opera­tion, and Auxiliary input polarity. The units utilize short circuit, high voltage, and reverse polarity
protection systems for maximum service life. An output light indicates siren signal output for
diagnostics and troubleshooting.

SPECIFICATIONS

Siren Section

Input Voltage 9 - 16 VDC (negative ground)

Input Current 8 AMPS (@14 VDC - single 100W speaker)

Standby Current < 100 ma (@ 14 VDC w/ enable lead energized)

Output Power 105 WATTS RMS MAX. (15 VDC - single 100W speaker)

Siren Frequency 700Hz - 1500Hz (Mechanical 700Hz - 1600Hz; Two-Tone and Horn = 435 & 585Hz)

Tones / Cycle Rates Horn Mechanical Wail Yelp Phaser Two-Tone

Cycle Rates 109 CPS 5 CPM 13 CPM 190 CPM 15 CPS 60 CPM

High Voltage
Protection

16 - 18 VDC will cause siren output to cease, resumes at normal voltage

Short Circuit Current 50 AMPS (supply circuit must be capable of supplying this)

Operating Temp. -15° F to +140°F

Controls
(SC-1002 / 1012)

Two 3-position rocker switches (Mechanical, Wail, Yelp, Manual, and Standby).
SC-1002 - Pushbutton switches (Horn and Phaser momentary or toggle).
SC-1012 - Momentary rocker switch (Horn and Phaser momentary or toggle).
Auxiliary input programmable for positive or negative activation.
Internal 8-position DIP switch option selector.

Controls
(SC-1022)

Six Pushbutton switches for Mechanical, Wail, Yelp, Phaser, Manual, and Horn.
Auxiliary input programmable for positive or negative activation.
Internal 8-position DIP switch option selector.

Connections Screw down terminals for Positive and Negative Supply; Removable 6-Pos Terminal

Block (2) Speaker, Auxiliary and Enable inputs, (2) light control outputs.
SC-1012 has removable 10-Pos Terminal Block Plug for remote panel.
SC-1022 hand control has built-in cable for connection to unit.

Light Control Section

Controls SC-1002 / 1012 has two lighted rocker switches.

SC-1022 has two pushbuttons.

Current 20 AMPS per switch, 20 AMPS total

Connections Two light control outputs (see 6-Pos Terminal Block under Siren Connections)

General

Size 6" Wide, 6" Deep, 2" High

Weight SC-1002 - 3 LBS; SC-1012 / 1022 - 3-1/2 LBS.

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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.

Hand Control Location - Locate the hand control for easy access by the vehicle operator. DO
NOT locate in air bag deployment area
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.
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 items are missing.
Contents of box should include the following items:

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)

Item SC-1002 SC-1012 SC-1022

Bracket, ‘U’ Dash Mount (CP3571) X X X

Mounting Bracket Hardware (ED1608 Hardware Kit)
(Kit contains 2 Bolts, 2 Nuts, and 4 Lockwashers)

X X X

Connector, 6-P Terminal Block Plug (CP4956-06) X X X

Terminal, 3/16” Insulated Female Q.C. (CP4062-K2523) X

Velcro Strip Fastener (VELCRO) X
Instruction Manual (CP4997 This Manual) X X X

Hand Control Assembly (SC-1022-10CH) X

Remote Panel Assembly (SC-1012-10CH) X

Console Unit (SC-1002-10 14) X
Remote Amplifier (SC-1000-10 14) X X

Connector, 10-P Terminal Block Plug (CP4688-10) X

Qty

1

1

1

1
1

1

1

20

1

1
1

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OPTION SWITCHES

An internal 8-position DIP switch on the circuit board may be changed to select various options.

Accessing Option Switches - the DIP switch is located just behind the front panel of the ampli­fier. Use a 7/64” allen wrench to remove the 4 corner screws then remove front panel.

Adjusting Option Switches - it is easiest to view the DIP
switch with the unit turned upside down. With the unit
upside down, the DIP Switch is located on the internal
PCB assembly board toward the left side of the unit.
Switch 1 is toward the front of the unit. Switch ‘ON’ posi­tion is toward the left side of the unit.

The default setting is shown here. Switch 1 is on.

SW-1 (AUX_P) Auxiliary Input Polarity - The auxiliary input is normally activated with positive.

Turn switch off for negative activation.

SW-2 (INST_ON) Instant ON - The Enable input wiring is normally required to turn on the unit.
Turning this switch on allows the front panel switches to instantly turn on the unit.
(SC-1002 and SC-1012 only)

SW-3 (T-T) Two-Tone - Turn this switch on to replace Phaser with Two-Tone.

SW-4 (H_I) Horn Inhibit - Turn this switch on to disable Horn tone. Horn will be replaced with

Yelp.

SW-3 and 4 Tone Disable - All siren tones may be disabled except Manual, Wail and Yelp by
turning on both switches. Mechanical will be replaced with Wail. Phaser and Horn will be re­placed with Yelp.

SW-5 (HRC) Horn Ring Cycler 2 (HRC2) - While the siren is in standby, the auxiliary input can
cycle through Mechanical, Wail, Yelp, and Phaser tones by repeatedly activating the auxiliary
input. Turn this switch on for HRC2 feature. See OPERATION section for further details.

SW-6 (SM) Short Manual - The Manual siren tone will normally fall and die out when released.
Turn this switch on to have Manual stop immediately.

SW-7 (MECH2) Mechanical Tone 2 - Turn this switch on for a different mechanical tone sound.

SW-8 (FALL) Mechanical Fall - Turn this switch on for a quicker mechanical tone fall time.

ON

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

OUTPUT

SC-1000

POWER

LT2

LT1

HORN

PHSR

MECH

Y

ELP

MAN

AUTO

LAMP

NEG

HAND

CONTROL

REMOTE PANEL

SC-1002

OUTPUT

M
A
N

A
U
T
O

MECH

WAIL

YELP

PHSR HORN

LT1 LT2