Carson Optical SA-500 User Manual

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SASA--500500

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MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.

SA-500

SIREN AMPLIFIER

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

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WAIL
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RADIORADIO

MAN/PHSRMAN/PHSR

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HORNHORN PAPA

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INSTRUCTIONS

5451 N. Rural Street

Indianapolis, IN 46220

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Website: www.carsonsirens.com

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Page 2 SA-500 Installation and Operating Instructions

INSTALLATION INFORMATION

MODEL: SA-500- _______________________ OPTIONS
SERIAL NO: ___________________________ ______ Horn Ring connection
PURCHASE DATE: _____________________ ______Door Switch connection
DEALER: ______________________________ ______ Two-Tone enabled
INSTALL DATE: ________________________ ______HRC enabled
INSTALLER: ___________________________ __________________________

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

INSTALLER-SELECTABLE OPTIONS ...............................................................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 (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. 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.

NOTICE

9/14/01 CP4836A

SA-500 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 3

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. A 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. The Phaser function can be optionally replaced by Two-Tone or disabled entirely
with program jumpers. Another option allows cycling through Wail, Yelp, Phaser and Standby by
pressing the horn ring when the function switch is in the Standby position (Horn Ring Cycler).
Latching siren cutout input is provided for connection to a door switch, etc. to disable the siren
when exiting the vehicle. Radio and PA volume controls are provided on the front panel. The
front panel is backlighted with LED's for night visibility. This compact unit utilizes short circuit,
high voltage, and reverse polarity protection systems for maximum service life.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Input Voltage 9 - 16 VDC (negative ground)
Input Current 8.0 AMPS (@14.0 VDC - 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 (@14.0 VDC - single 100W speaker)
Audio Input 400 ohms + 10%
Output Power 105 WATTS RMS MAX. (15.0 VDC - single 100W speaker)

Siren Frequency 700Hz - 1450Hz (Two-Tone and Horn = 435 & 585Hz)
Tones / Cycle Rates Horn Wail Yelp Phaser Two-Tone
Cycle Rates 109 CPS 15 CPM 210 CPM 15 CPS 60 CPM
High Voltage

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

Operating
Temperature
Controls 4-position rotary mode switch (Yelp, Wail, Standby and Radio).

Connections
(10-Pin Conn)
Size 6-1/8" Wide, 5-7/8" Deep, 2-1/8" High

Weight 4-1/2 LBS.

16 AMPS (@14.0 VDC - dual 100W speakers)

180 WATTS RMS MAX. (15.0 VDC - dual 100W speakers)

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

-15° F to +140°F

Momentary push-button Horn switch.
Momentary push-button Manual/Phaser toggle switch.
Auxiliary input connection jumper-programmable for positive or negative Horn,
Manual/Phaser or Horn Ring Cycler operation.
Cutout input connection jumper-programmable for positive or negative latching
cutout operation.
(2) Positive, (2) Negative, (2) Speaker, (2) Radio, Cutout, Auxiliary

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 Hazards - Sound levels produced by attached speakers can cause permanent hearing
loss. Never operate this unit without adequate hearing protection for you and others in the area.
(OSHA 1910.95)
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".

CP4836A 9/14/01