Carson SC-550-10 User Manual
Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.
5451 North Rural Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667
www.carsonsirens.com
SC-550-10
REMOTE
SIREN AMPLIFIER / LIGHT CONTROL
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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GENERAL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................... 4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................. 4
UNPACKING .....................................................................................................4
OPTION SWITCHES .........................................................................................4
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS .........................................................................5
MOUNTING ....................................................................................................... 7
RADIO VOLUME ADJUST ................................................................................7
OPERATION .......................................................................................................... 8
GENERAL ..........................................................................................................8
SIREN CONTROLS ........................................................................................... 8
Power Switch / PA Volume ...........................................................................8
Rotary Function Switch ................................................................................. 8
PA ................................................................................................................. 8
Siren Button and Auxiliary Siren Input ..........................................................8
Horn Ring Cycler 2 (HRC2) ..........................................................................8
Cutout ........................................................................................................... 8
LIGHT CONTROLS ...........................................................................................9
Slide Switch ..................................................................................................9
Slide Switch Reverse .................................................................................... 9
Automatic Siren ............................................................................................9
Auxiliary Output Switches .............................................................................9
Legends ........................................................................................................ 9
SERVICE ............................................................................................................. 10
PROBLEMS ......................................................................................................... 10
PARTS ................................................................................................................. 11
RETURN .............................................................................................................. 11
LIMITED WARRANTY .........................................................................................11
INSTALLATION INFORMATION .........................................................................12
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.
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NOTICE
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The SC-550 Remote Siren Amplifier with integrated Lighting Control is a premium unit designed
for single or dual 100W speaker use. A remote hand control is connected to the amplifier with a
thin cable. A 6-position rotary switch controls the primary operating modes of Phaser, Yelp, Wail,
Manual, Horn and Radio. A siren button and auxiliary siren input is provided for control of the
output tone, depending on the rotary switch setting. An integral microphone provides PA function.
The power switch is combined with the PA volume control. A hole is provided in the amplifier to
adjust Radio volume. A 4-position progressive slide switch controls primary lighting and may
automatically activate the siren. Non-progressive slide switch outputs provided for tailored lighting. Four auxiliary output pushbuttons provide for controlling additional lighting or other devices.
A latching siren cutout input is provided for connection to a door switch, etc. to disable the siren
when exiting the vehicle. An 8-position DIP switch on the amplifier allows selection of various
options: Two-Tone to replace Phaser, Phaser disable, Horn disable , short Manual, and Horn Ring
Cycler 2 (HRC2). Auxiliary siren and cutout input activation polarity along with disabling automatic
siren and slide switch reverse are additional options. The hand control is backlighted with LED's
for night visibility. The siren amplifier utilizes short circuit, high voltage, and reverse polarity protection systems for maximum service life over a wide temperature range. The slide switch and
auxiliary outputs are fused individually.
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Input Voltage 11 - 16 VDC (negative ground)
Input Current 8 AMPS (@14 VD C - single 100W speaker)
Standby Current Less than 200 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
Cycle Rates 109 CPS 13 CPM 190 CPM 15 CPS 60 CPM
High Voltage Prot. 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 6-position rotary mode switch (Phaser, Yelp, Wail, Manual, Horn and Radio).
Connections
(10-Pin Conn.)
Voltage 11 - 16 VDC (negative ground)
Controls 4-position progressive slide switch with automatic siren activation
High Current Input (2) pressure terminals, 140 AMPS Max. not including siren input current
Slide Switch Outputs (3) pressure terminals, 20 AMPS Max. per termi nal
4 Auxiliary Outputs (4) pressure terminals, 20 AMPS Max. per termi nal
Size Hand Control: 2-3/4" Wide, 1" Deep, 6" High
Weight 5-1/2 LBS.
16 AMPS (@14 VDC - dual 100W speakers)
180 WATTS RMS MAX. (15 VDC - dual 100W speakers)
Momentary push-b utton Siren switch.
PA volume with Power switch on Hand Control, Radio volume on Amplifier.
Auxiliary input connection programmable for positive or negative activation.
Cutout input connection programmable for positive or negative latching cutout opera-
tion.
(2) Negative, (2) Speaker, (2) Radio, Cutout, Auxiliary Siren, (2) non-progressive slide
switch outputs (500mA Max. per output)
Note: positive siren connection is through high current input
(4) auxiliary pushbuttons
Amplifier: 7-1/2" Wide, 6-3/4" Deep, 2-1/8" High
Siren Amplifier
Light Controls
General
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Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation. Please read all
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)
Hand Control Location - Locate the hand control for easy access by the vehicle operator. DO
NOT locate in air bag deployment area.
Amplifier Mounting - 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 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
clude hand control, amplifier, removable terminal block plug, and these instructions. Contact
supplier immediately if any components are missing.
OPTION SWITCHES
Various options can be controlled by turning on or off any of 8 DIP switches on the amplifier.
Switch 1 On: Positive Cutout Input Polarity - Cutout is normally activated with nega-
Switch 2 On: Positive Auxiliary Siren Input Polarity - Auxiliary siren is normally acti-
Switch 3 On: Two-Tone - Two-Tone replaces Phaser function.
Switch 4 On: Phaser Disable - The Phaser and Two-Tone function are disabled.
Switches 3 & 4 On: Horn Ring Cycler 2 option (HRC2) - This option allows selection of Wail,
NOTE: Earlier units with S/N lower than 04190000 have a different ver-
Switch 5 On: Horn Disable - The Horn function is disabled.
Switch 6 On: Short Manual - The Manual function can be set to immediately cut off
Switch 7 On: Automatic Siren Disable - The Automatic Siren feature associated with
Switch 8 On: Slide Switch Reverse - The progressive slide switch normally activates
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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tive input. This switch changes to positive activation.
vated with negative input. This switch changes to positive activation.
Yelp, and Phaser by repeatedly tapping the Siren button, horn ring or other
switch connected to the auxiliary siren input. Tapping the horn ring twice
quickly will stop siren tones. Holding the horn ring produces Horn.
sion of HRC. In this case the siren tones cycle through Standby, Wail,
Yelp, and Phaser. The tone is stopped by cycling to Standby.
when the Siren button is released.
the slide switch may be disabled.
L1 output in position 1 and L1, L2, L3 outputs in position 3. Setting this
option on activates L1, L2, L3 outputs in position 1 and L1 output in position 3.
INSTALLATION
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