Federal Signal Corporation MAC-02, MAC-01 Description, Specifications, And Operations Manual

Mobile Activation Case

Models MAC-01 and MAC-02

Description, Specications,

and Operations Manual

25500128
Rev. A1 0817
Printed in U.S.A.

© Copyright 2017 Federal Signal Corporation

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This product is subject to and covered by a limited warranty,
a copy of which can be found at www.fedsig.com/SSG-Warranty.
A copy of this limited warranty can also be obtained by written
request to Federal Signal Corporation, 2645 Federal Signal Drive,
University Park, IL 60484, email to [e-mail] or
call [phone].

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warranty of merchantability, warranty of tness for a particular
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Contents

Safety Messages......................................................................................................................................................4

General Description ................................................................................................................................................6

Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................6

Features .............................................................................................................................................................. 6

Customer-Supplied Accessory .................................................................................................................... 6

Input/Output Denitions .........................................................................................................................................7

Unpacking the Kit ................................................................................................................................................ 8

Specications ..........................................................................................................................................................9

Operating Instructions .......................................................................................................................................... 10

Setting up the MAC for use ............................................................................................................................... 10

Activating Sirens Using Commander Software ................................................................................................. 11

Powering the MAC ............................................................................................................................................ 11

Testing the MAC ................................................................................................................................................12

Getting Service ......................................................................................................................................................12

Figures

Figure 1 Front of MAC Radio Case ........................................................................................................................7

Figure 2 Back of MAC Radio Case ......................................................................................................................... 7

Figure 3 Backpack ................................................................................................................................................... 7

Figure 4 Picture of MAC Contents .........................................................................................................................8

Figure 5 MAC Block Diagram ...............................................................................................................................10

Figure 6 USB cable between computer and MAC Radio Case .......................................................................... 11

Figure 7 Automotive Accessory Power Cable .................................................................................................... 12

Figure 8 Automotive Accessory Power Cable switch ........................................................................................ 12

Tables

Table 1 MAC Contents ............................................................................................................................................. 8

Table 2 Electrical ..................................................................................................................................................... 9

Table 3 Environmental ............................................................................................................................................ 9

Table 4 Physical ....................................................................................................................................................... 9

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Safety Messages

Safety Messages

It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product.

Listed below are important safety instructions and precautions you should follow:

Important Notice

Federal Signal reserves the right to make changes to devices and specications detailed in

the manual at any time in order to improve reliability, function or design. The information
in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no
responsibility is assumed for any inaccuracies.

Publications

Federal Signal recommends the following publications from the Federal Emergency
Management Agency for assistance with planning an outdoor warning system:

• The “Outdoor Warning Guide” (CPG 1-17)

• “Civil Preparedness, Principles of Warning” (CPG 1-14)

• FEMA-REP-1, Appendix 3 (Nuclear Plant Guideline)

• FEMA-REP-10 (Nuclear Plant Guideline).

Planning

• If sirens are not activated in a timely manner when an emergency condition
exists, they cannot provide the intended audible warning. It is imperative that
knowledgeable people, who are provided with the necessary information, are
available at all times to authorize the activation of the sirens.

• When sirens are used out of doors, people indoors may not be able to hear the
warning signals. Separate warning devices or procedures may be needed to
effectively warn people indoors.

• The sound output of sirens is capable of causing permanent hearing damage. To
prevent excessive exposure, carefully plan siren placement, post warnings, and
restrict access to areas near sirens.

• Activating the sirens may not result in people taking the desired actions if those to
be warned are not properly trained about the meaning of siren sounds. Siren users
should follow FEMA recommendations and instruct those to be warned of correct
actions to be taken.

• After installation, service, or maintenance, test the siren system to conrm
that it is operating properly. Test the system regularly to conrm that it will be

operational in an emergency.

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Mobile Activation Case (Models MAC-01 and MAC-02)