Federal Signal Corporation PA300 Series 690009 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
Model PA300 Series
ELECTRONIC SIREN
MODELS 690009, 690010
Price $4.00
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LIMITED WARRANTY
The Signal Division, Federal Signal Corporation (Federal), warrants each
new product to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under
normal use and service, for a period of two years on parts replacement and
one year on labor from the date of delivery to the first user-purchaser.
During this warranty period, the obligation of Federal is limited to repairing
or replacing, as Federal may elect, any part or parts of such product which
after examination by Federal discloses to be defective in material and/or
workmanship.
Federal will provide warranty for any unit which is delivered, transported
prepaid, to the Federal factory or designated authorized warranty service
center for examination and such examination reveals a defect in material
and/or workmanship.
This warranty does not cover travel expenses, the cost of specialized
equipment for gaining access to the product, or labor charges for removal
and re-installation of the product. Lamps, flash tubes, or batteries are not
covered under warranty.
This warranty does not extend to any unit which has been subjected to abuse,
misuse, improper installation or which has been inadequately maintained,
nor to units which have problems relating to service or modification at any
facility other than the Federal factory or authorized warranty service
centers.
THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL FEDERAL BE LIABLE FOR ANY
LOSS OF PROFITS OR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY SUCH DEFECT IN MATERIAL OR
WORKMANSHIP.
SECTION I
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Model PA300 Series can drive one or two
11-ohm impedance, high power (100W) or low power
(58W) speakers. When two speakers are used, they
must be connected in parallel and in phase.
The Tap II feature allows the driver to change
the siren sound from wail to yelp (or vice-versa) via
the vehicle’s horn ring. Tap II provides especially
effective traffic clearing capability. In addition to Tap
II, additional alternate sounds can be activated in
two other selector switch positions by depressing and
holding the horn ring for as long as the alternate
sound is desired. The charts in Section IV of this
manual illustrate the operation of these features
more fully.
290A4507-01
Figure 1-1. Model PA300 Series Electronic Siren.
The Federal Models 690009 and 690010 (PA300
Series) (figure 1-1) are precision built, efficient and
economical, full-featured electronic sirens of advanced design. They provide wail, yelp and hi-lo siren
tones, as well as the Tap II feature, public address
(PA), radio rebroadcast and an air horn sound.
The siren should be installed in negative ground
vehicles. It is protected against failure modes (including reversed polarity) by a fuse that is replaceable
without tools. No components protrude from the
bottom of the siren to interfere with mounting
arrangements.
A noise-cancelling microphone is wired-in to
prevent loss or theft. It provides high quality voice
reproduction without feedback “squeal”. The microphone push-to-talk switch overrides any siren signal
for instant PA use. PA and radio volume are adjustable by means of a front panel GAIN control. Radio
inter-connect wires are built-in. No additional cables
are required.
Other special features of the Model PA300
Series include:
• High degree of reliability is achieved
through the use of integrated circuits
and silicon output transistors.
• Control panel is illuminated with
LED's.
• Newly designed printed circuit board
provides improved performance and
durability under a wide range of
environmental conditions.
PA300 Series Models:
• 690010 12V, 200W, HI-LO with
microphone
• 690009 24V, 200W, HI-LO with
microphone
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SECTION II
SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage ............................................................... 11VDC to 15VDC. (690010)
24VDC to 28VDC. (690009)
Polarity ......................................................................... Negative ground only.
Standby Current (MANUAL)...................................... 120ma (typical). (690010)
120ma (typical). (690009)
Operating Temperature Range ................................... -30°C to +65°C.
Operating Current (Wail mode) .................................. 10 amperes, max. (@ 13.6VDC) (690010)
5 amperes, max. (@25VDC) (690009)
(11 ohm load, @ high power)
Frequency Range (typical) .......................................... 725 to 1800Hz.
Cycle Rate (typical)...................................................... Wail- 15 cycles/min.
Yelp- 220 cycles/min.
Hi-Lo- 70 cycles/min.
Voltage Output (approx.)............................................. 64V peak-to-peak. (11 ohm load)
Dimensions (HWD) ...................................................... 2-1/2" (6.35cm) x 6-1/2" (16.51cm) x 8-1/2" (21.59cm).
Net Weight (incl. microphone) .................................... 4-1/2 lbs. (2.04kg).
Shipping Weight .......................................................... 6-1/2 lbs. (2.94kg).
NOTE
The following parameters were obtained with the
radio input potentiometer and GAIN control set
at maximum.
Audio Frequency Range .............................................. 300 to 10,000Hz.
Harmonic Audio Distortion (300-3,000Hz)................. 10% max. all power levels from 1/2 to 50 watts (frequency
response ±3dB).
Input Impedance (Radio)............................................. 2000 ohms.
Input voltage required to obtain 20VRMS across
speaker load (Radio) .................................................. 0.30VRMS.
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SECTION III
INSTALLATION
SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS
OF
ELECTRONIC SIRENS
WARNING
The lives of people depend on your proper installation
and servicing of Federal products. It is important to
read and follow all instructions shipped with the
products. In addition, listed below are some other
important safety instructions and precautions you
should follow:
Before Installation
Qualifications
• To properly install an electronic siren: you must have a
good understanding of automotive electrical procedures
and systems, along with proficiency in the installation
and service of safety warning equipment. Always refer to
the vehicle’s service manuals when performing
equipment installations on a vehicle.
Sound Hazards
• Your hearing and the hearing of others, in or close to
your emergency vehicle, could be damaged by loud
sounds. This can occur from short exposures to very loud
sounds, or from longer exposures to moderately loud
sounds. For hearing conservation guidance, refer to
federal, state, or local recommendations. OSHA
Standard 1910.95 offers guidance on “Permissible Noise
Exposure.”
• All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds (120
dB) that may cause permanent hearing loss. Always
minimize your exposure to siren sound and wear hearing
protection. Do not sound the siren indoors or in enclosed
areas where you and others will be exposed to the sound.
• Federal Signal siren amplifiers and speakers are
designed to work together as a system. Combining a
siren and speaker from different manufacturers may
reduce the warning effectiveness of the siren system and
may damage the components. You should verify or test
your combination to make sure the system works
together properly and meets federal, state and local
standards or guidelines.
During Installation
• DO NOT get metal shavings inside the product. Metal
shavings in the product can cause the system to fail. If
drilling must be done near the unit, place an ESD
approved cover over the unit to prevent metal shavings
from entering the unit. Inspect the unit after mounting
to be sure there are no shavings present in or near the
unit.
• DO NOT connect this system to the vehicle battery until
ALL other electrical connections are made, mounting of
all components is complete, and you have verified that
no shorts exist. If wiring is shorted to vehicle frame,
high current conductors can cause hazardous sparks
resulting in electrical fires or flying molten metal.
• Be sure the siren amplifier and speaker(s) in your
installation have compatible wattage ratings.
• In order for the electronic siren to function properly, the
ground connection must be made to the NEGATIVE
battery terminal.
• Sound output will be severely reduced if any objects are
in front of the speaker. If maximum sound output is
required for your application, you should ensure that the
front of the speaker is clear of any obstructions.
• Install the speaker(s) as far forward on the vehicle as
possible, in a location which provides maximum
signaling effectiveness and minimizes the sound
reaching the vehicle’s occupants. Refer to the National
Institute of Justice guide 500-00 for further information.
• Mounting the speakers behind the grille will reduce the
sound output and warning effectiveness of the siren
system. Before mounting speakers behind the grille,
make sure the vehicle operators are trained and
understand that this type of installation is less effective
for warning others.
• Sound propagation and warning effectiveness will be
severely reduced if the speaker is not facing forward.
Carefully follow the installation instructions and always
install the speaker with the projector facing forward.
• DO NOT install the speaker(s ) or route the speaker
wires where they may interfere with the operation of air
bag sensors.
• Installation of two speakers requires wiring speakers in
phase.
• Never attempt to install aftermarket equipment, which
connects to the vehicle wiring, without reviewing a
vehicle wiring diagram - available from the vehicle
manufacturer. Insure that your installation will not
affect vehicle operation and safety functions or circuits.
Always check vehicle for proper operation after
installation.
• DO NOT install equipment or route wiring or cord in the
deployment path of an air bag.
• Locate the control head so the vehicle, controls, and
microphone can be operated safely.
• When drilling into a vehicle structure, be sure that both
sides of the surface are clear of anything that could be
damaged.
After Installation
• After installation, test the siren system and light system
to ensure that it is operating properly.
• Test all vehicle functions, including horn operation,
vehicle safety functions and vehicle light systems, to
ensure proper operation. Ensure that installation has
not affected vehicle operation or changed any vehicle
safety function or circuit.
• After testing is complete, provide a copy of these
instructions to the instructional staff and all operating
personnel.
• File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them
when maintaining and/or reinstalling the product.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions
may result in property damage, serious injury, or death to you
or others.
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