SoundOff Signal Apex LED User Manual

10-16 Volt Version

OWNER’S MANUAL &

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

EPX3000 8.13

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE CONTENT

3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

4 PRE-INSTALLATION

5 APEX BASICS

6 FIXED HEIGHT BRACKETS AND HOOK MOUNTING

7 FIXED HEIGHT BRACKETS PERMANENT MOUNTING

8 GASKET MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

9-10 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

11 BREAKOUT BOX

12 FLASH PATTERNS AND CONNECTOR INSTRUCTIONS

13 CONTROLLER AND WIRE HARNESS INSTRUCTIONS

14 APEX TROUBLESHOOTING

15 REPLACEMENT PARTS

16 PRODUCT MAINTENANCE

BACK WARRANTIES AND POLICIES

Page 2

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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Light Bar Component Current Draw Peak Power Consumption

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Inboard Module (ea): 0.5Amps @ 12.8Vdc 1.0Amps @ 12.8Vdc 6.4
End Module Front Corner (ea): 1.0Amps @ 12.8Vdc 2.0Amps @ 12.8Vdc 12.8
End Module Rear Corner (ea): 1.0Amps @ 12.8Vdc 2.0Amps @ 12.8Vdc 12.8
End Module Alley (ea): .25Amps @ 12.8Vdc .50Amps @ 12.8Vdc 3.2
Take Down (ea): 0.5Amps @ 12.8Vdc 1.0Amps @ 12.8Vdc 6.4

Standby Current: .22Amps @ 12.8Vdc Power Consumption = 0.28 Watts*
Reverse Polarity: Fuse Protected
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Number of LEDs: Inboard Module (ea): 6 Gen3 LEDs

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Operating Temperature: -40 Degree C to +70 Degree C

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Optical Distribution:
Inboard Module (ea): 20° Vertical : 100° Horizontal
End Module Front Corner (ea): 10° Vertical : 120° Horizontal
End Module Rear Corner (ea): 10° Vertical : 120° Horizontal
End Module Alley (ea): 10° Vertical : Angled 20° Forward w/ 40° Horizontal
Take Down Standard (ea): 20° Vertical : 20° Horizontal
Take Down Scene (Two Modules): 20° Vertical : 100° Horizontal

Moisture Protection: Sealed Construction
Outer Lens Material: Polycarbonate w/ UV Protection
Roof Attachment Mounting Bolt: 1/4" Stainless A2

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Dimensions
37” (4 Inboard Module) 36.6"L x 11.1"D x 1.9"H inboard (2.6"H ends)
43” (5 Inboard Module) 43.2"L x 11.1"D x 1.9"H inboard (2.6"H ends)
50” (6 Inboard Module) 49.8"L x 11.1"D x 1.9"H inboard (2.6"H ends)

56.5” (7 Inboard Module) 56.5"L x 11.1"D x 1.9"H inboard (2.6"H ends)
63” (8 Inboard Module) 63.1"L x 11.1"D x 1.9"H inboard (2.6"H ends)
70” (9 Inboard Module) 69.7"L x 11.1"D x 1.9"H inboard (2.6"H ends)
76” (10 Inboard Module) 76.3"L x 11.1"D x 1.9"H inboard (2.6"H ends)

Page 3

PRE-INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Make sure to read and understand all instructions and warnings before
proceeding with the installation of this product. Ensure that the manual and any warning cards are delivered to
the end user of this equipment. Proper installation of the lightbar requires the installer to have a thorough
knowledge of automotive electronics, systems, and procedures. Lightbars provide an essential function of an
effective visual warning system. The use of the lightbar does not insure that all drivers can or will abide by or
react to an emergency warning signal, especially at high rates of speeds or long distances. The operator of the
vehicle must never take the right of way for granted and it is the operator’s responsibility to proceed safely.
The effectiveness of the this lightbar is highly dependant on the correct mounting and wiring. The installer
must read and follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions and warnings in the manual. The vehicle
operator should verify daily that the lightbar is securely fastened to the vehicle and properly functioning before
operating vehicle. The lightbar is intended for use by authorized personnel only. It is the user’s responsibility
to ensure they understand and operate the emergency warning devices in compliance with the applicable city,
state and federal laws and regulations. (SoundOff Signal assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the
use of this warning device.)

Unpack box:

1. Remove the light bar and packaging.

2. Save packaging for later shipping.

3. Check components/contents.

4. Please reference this instruction manual for
proper wiring and installation.

Tools Required for Installation:

7/16” Socket with ratchet
10mm Socket with ratchet
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Electric Drill with #30 (.128 dia.) drill bit
1 1/4” Hole Saw

Components/Contents

Standard Equipment
1- APEX Lightbar
1- Roof Side Cable Grommet (cable specific)

Optional Mounting Kits

2- Fixed Height Mounting Brackets
1- Specific Vehicle Hook w/ Hardware Kit (OR)
1- Specific Mounting Hardware Kit

**Kits will vary with each bar

WARNING - DRILLING ANY HOLES INTO THE LIGHTBAR IS NOT RECOMMENDED! THE
RISK OF DAMAGING INTERNAL COMPONENTS AND THE RESULTING FAILURE OF THE
LIGHTBAR WILL VOID ANY WARRANTY OF THIS PRODUCT.

At anytime during your installation process, feel free to call our technical support line at
1-800-338-7337. Press #4 to skip automated message. You can also visit our website at
www.soundoffsignal.com or e-mail technical assistance at [e-mail].

Page 4

APEX BASICS

This is a basic configuration showing many of the features offered. Your APEX may have

a different configuration. This diagram should only be used as a reference.

TOP VIEW WITH COVER ON

3 TOP COVER SCREWS

TOP VIEW WITH COVER OFF

INBOARD LED MODULES CORNER LED MODULES

FRONT

WIRE EXIT

BOTTOM VIEW

REAR

MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER

ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE

HEX HEAD BOLTS FOR
SECURING BOTTOM COVERS

Page 5

FIXED HEIGHT BRACKETS AND HOOK MOUNTING

1. Loosen lower air deflectors at each end of bar using 10mm socket. Then slide air deflectors toward center of bar to access
position for fixed height mounting brackets.

2. Mount fixed height brackets (See Figure 1) using supplied M6x16mm hex bolts on each side. Temporarily place the lightbar in its
correct position on the roof of the vehicle. The bar should be positioned about the center line of the “B” pillar. Determine the
appropriate position of the brackets on the lightbar and vehicle roof. Tighten brackets in position on bottom of lightbar.

3. Install supplied vehicle specific hook brackets using supplied 1/4”-20 x 2.5 Hex Head bolts onto the bar mounting foot as shown
in Figure 2. Nut is attached to mounting foot to prevent turning and improve ease of installation.

4. Using the vehicle specific hook brackets as a template, drill 4 pilot holes using a #30 (.128 dia.) drill bit on each side of the
vehicle.

1/4”-20 PEM Nut

Slots for
adjustablitlity
for correct roof fit

FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2

6. Secure each vehicle specific hook bracket by using the 8 supplied #8 x 1/2” Truss Head Sheet metal screws on each side.

7. Tighten each vehicle specfic hook bracket by turning the 1/4”-20 x 2.5 Hex head bolt clockwise until bar is snug and no side to
side or fore to aft movement occurs.

8. Route cables into vehicle. Use supplied rubber grommet in roof for sealing/protection of wires. It is recommended that silicone
be placed around grommet to ensure roof sealing.

Vehicle Specific Hook Bracket

1/4”-20 x 2.5”
Hex Head Bolt

WARNING - ROUTE WIRES ONLY IN LOCATIONS THAT ARE NOT SUBJECTED TO POTENTIAL WEAR. MAKE SURE TO
AVOID ROUTING WIRES IN THE DEPLOYMENT AREA OF YOUR AIR BAG. REFER TO YOUR VEHICLE’S OWNER’S
MANUAL FOR AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT ZONES.

Page 6

FIXED HEIGHT BRACKETS PERMANENT
MOUNTING

1. Locate the permanent hardware kit that is included. Kit will include (4) 6mm x 16mm hex head bolts, (4) lock washers, (4) hex
nuts.

2. Attach fixed height brackets to lightbar using M6 Hex bolts, nuts and lock washers. Brackets should be adjusted to identical
positions at both ends of lightbar. See Figure 1.

3. Position the lightbar on the vehicle roof in the desired mounting location. The recommended location is directly above the B­Pillars. This is the strongest part of the roof. Make sure that the bar is centered on the vehicle left to right. Adjust bracket
location on lightbar base.

4. Mark the location for the (2) holes that need to be drilled through the roof that will attach the fixed height brackets to the roof.

5. Determine the best location for cable entry depending on the configuration of your bar. Using a 1-1/4” hole saw, drill hole in the
marked location. Be mindful that you do not drill through any roof support members or the interior headliner.

6. Using a drill bit, drill the 2 holes in the locations that you marked in step 4 based on customer supplied mounting hardware.
Clean and debur each hole.

7. Attach the lightbar to the vehicle using customer supplied hardware. Use (1) flat washer and locking nut for each bolt. You
should have a total of 2 bolts attaching the lightbar to the roof of the vehicle. See Figure 2 for details. It is recommended that
you add silicone around the hole to ensure roof sealing.

8. Route cables into vehicle. Use supplied rubber grommet in roof for the sealing/protection of wires. It is recommended that
silicone be placed around the grommet to ensure roof sealing.

9. Route cable down through the “B” pillar and towards switch panel. Refer to the instructions included with your switch for

switch wiring information.

2x 1/4” -20
Square Nuts

2x 1/4” Flat
Washers

2x 1/4” Lock
Washers

FIGURE 2

Slots for
adjustablitlity
for correct roof fit

Roof Cut-away

2x 1/4”-20 x 1”
Hex Head Screw

FIGURE 1

WARNING - ROUTE WIRES ONLY IN LOCATIONS THAT ARE NOT SUBJECTED TO POTENTIAL WEAR. MAKE SURE TO
AVOID ROUTING WIRES IN THE DEPLOYMENT AREA OF YOUR AIR BAG. REFER TO YOUR VEHICLE’S OWNER’S
MANUAL FOR AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT ZONES.

Page 7

GASKET MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

BOTTOM VIEW

REAR

Black 3/8” dia. foam
gasket location

FRONT

Light Grey gasket location
(PEPX3GA00)

1. Cut the Black 3/8” round diameter foam gasket to the specified length shown on table below.

2. Install the Black 3/8” round diameter foam gasket in the back slot of the ligthbar as shown above.

3. Install the pre-cut light Grey gasket in the front slot of the ligthbar, as shown above.

GASKET CUT LENGTHS

-PRE-CUT -

LIGTHBAR SIZES

37” ligthbar 19” 19”

43” ligthbar 25” 25”

50” ligthbar 32” 32”

57” ligthbar 39” 39”

63” ligthbar 45” 45”

72” ligthbar 59” 59”

LIGTH GREY GASKET

-CUT TO LENGTH-

3/8” ROUND FOAM GASKET

Page 8

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

WARNING - CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN DRILLING THROUGH THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE NOT TO
DRILL INTO ANY EXISTING WIRING AND NOT TO DRILL THROUGH THE HEADLINER OR SUPPORT
MEMBERS OF THE VEHICLE. CHECK BOTH SIDES OF THE MOUNTING SERVICE PRIOR TO DRILLING.
DE-BURR ANY HOLES AND REMOVE ANY METAL SHARDS OR REMNANTS. INSTALL GROMMETS
INTO ALL WIRE PASSAGE HOLES.

WARNING - ROUTE WIRES ONLY IN LOCATIONS THAT ARE NOT SUBJECTED TO POTENTIAL WEAR.
MAKE SURE TO AVOID ROUTING WIRES IN THE DEPLOYMENT AREA OF YOUR AIR BAG. REFER TO
YOUR VEHICLE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT ZONES

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Featured Highlights:
Mode Select: The APEX Lightbar is equipped with 2 selectable pattern configuration modes via the Mode Select Input. Default is

Mode 1 where the input is floating, Mode 2 is in use when the input activated. This feature allows 2 complete sets of patterns to be
programmed into the Lightbar's non-volatile memory. Once programming configuration is complete, the Mode can be changed
“on-the-fly” by an activation switch.

Cruise Mode: Allows the user to program any Light Head Group(s) to “Glow” when this feature is activated.

Directional Arrow Built-in: If the lightbar was purchased with a directional arrow, the directional controller is built-in w/ 4 arrow

patterns for each direction and 9 warning patterns for warming functions.

WARNING - ALL CUSTOMER SUPPLIED POWER WIRES CONNECTING TO THE POSITIVE (+) OR
NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY TERMINAL OR LOCAL CHASSIS GROUND (-) MUST BE SIZED TO SUPPLY AT
LEAST 125% OF THE MAXIMUM CURRENT AND PROPERLY FUSED AT THE POWER SOURCE WITH
APPROPRIATELY RATED FUSE.

Power Cable:

1. Route lightbar power cables as close to vehicles power source (battery) as possible.

Page 9

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: When passing cables through firewall or other sheet

metal, insert grommet to protect the cable!

2. Install a 40Amp Fuse (customer supplied) to the end of the RED wire of the Lightbar Power Cable.
a. Remove the fuse before connecting any wires to the battery.
b. DO NOT USE CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSIBLE LINK.

3. Connect the other end of the Fuse to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of the battery.
a. Do NOT use any more than 2ft of wire between the battery terminal and the fuse and ensure the wire is protected

4. Connect the BLACK wire to the factory chassis ground right next to the battery.

Control (Data) Cable:

1. Route Lightbar Control Cable to the location where all controlling equipment will be, i.e. switch box, center console area.

2. Locate the Breakout Box in the same area to connect jumpers from the switching equipment to the breakout box.

NOTE: Power is supplied to Breakout Box through data cable, no additional power connections necessary.

Initial Power up Test:

1. Insert 40Amp Fuse into Fuse Holder.

2. Plug data jack into Data 1 connector of the breakout box (Data 2 may also be used, but is for future use.)

3. Observe the GREEN Data Link indicator LED on the Breakout Box; the LED will turn steady ON about 15 seconds after main
power is connected

4. When GREEN LED is steady ON (see below), the lightbar is ready to be configured.

Low Power (Standby) Mode

If there is no input to the breakout box for 15 seconds, the lightbar will go into a “standby” mode. The standby mode is a low power mode that is
used to extend the life of your battery. The green light will turn off when the lightbar enters standby mode. The red light will flash every five
seconds showing that it has power. The lightbar will awaken from the standby mode if any input is activated on the breakout box.

*note in standby mode each switch in the down position will contribute to another 0.03A of standby current.

and secured from being cut into; this is non-fused wire.

Pattern Selection:

a. First review the Pattern Table (included on pg. 11) before attempting pattern selection to familiarize yourself with patterns

i. Depending on the Lightbar configuration purchased, the Arrow Pattern Table may or may not be applicable.
b. Select the Input Function(s) on breakout box (pg. 10) and apply +12V to activate.
i. To change patterns on more than one input function, simply connect desired input functions together. Before doing

c. Momentarily apply +12V to the pattern select input on breakout box to advance to the next pattern. See Flash Pattern

i. Once the last pattern is reached, the next pattern advance will cycle back to Pattern #1.
d. Once the desired pattern is reached, simply disconnect the Input Function(s) and proceed to the next Input Function(s)

i. The pattern is saved in non-volatile memory every time it is advanced.

Mode Configuration:
a. Mode 1 (Default): the Mode Select Input will be floating (no-connection)
i. Continue on to Pattern Selection instructions (pg. 11) to set the patterns for this Mode
b. Mode 2: apply +12V to activate Mode 2. This will need to be activated to configure the Lightbar in Mode 2
i. Continue on to Pattern Selection instructions (pg. 11) to set the patterns for this Mode
ii. Once patterns have been setup, connect Mode Select Input to switching system.
iii. When the Mode Select Input is activated, the Mode 2 Patterns will flash.

Cruise Mode Configuration:
a. Apply +12V to activate Cruise Mode for configuration setup.
b. Determine what Input Function(s) are desired to use Cruise Mode.
c. Apply +12V to the Input Function(s) desired.
i. NOTE: Lights will flash preset flash pattern
d. With both the Cruise Mode Input and the Input Function(s) activated, momentarily apply +12V to
the pattern select wire to toggle the Cruise Mode to ON (default is OFF).
e. Observe the OFF sequence of the flash pattern is ON dim.
f. Disconnect the Input Function wire(s) (while leaving cruise mode input active) and observe the lightbar is NOT flashing, but

available for the different Functions

this, make sure all the inputs are using the same pattern table and are on the same pattern to make pattern
identification easier.

Table (pg .11).

to be configured.

the output function(s) recently set are glowing steady.

Page 10

BREAKOUT BOX

40Amp FUSE

(Customer Supplied)

GROUND

DRAIN WIRE

BLACK 12 GA.

GROUND

RED 12 GA.

POWER
CABLE

RJ-45 CABLE

Active Low
Switch #1

Active Low
Switch #2

Green LED

Red LED

RED LIGHT

No Inputs Flashes Every 5 Secs.
Input Activated Steady On
Added Input Brief Flash

GREEN LIGHT

Command Rec’d Steady On Has good
(See below) connection

LOW POWER (STANDBY) MODE

If there is no input to the breakout box for
15 seconds, the lightbar will go into a
“standby” mode. The standby mode is a
low power mode that is used to extend
the life of your battery. The green light
will turn off when the lightbar enters
standby mode. The red light will flash
every 5 seconds showing that it has
power. The lightbar will awaken from the
standby mode if any input is activated on
the breakout box.

*note in standby mode each switch in the
down position will contribute to another

0.03A of standby current.

· When the switch is in the up position inputs connected to that switch are
active high. To activate an active high input, apply 12Vdc.

· When the switch is in the down position inputs connected to that switch
are active low. To activate the active low, apply ground (negative).

Wire Color

(Major Color/Stripe)

Light Green/White 24 Left Turn Signal* Discrete Output #4*
Red/Black 23 Right Turn Signal* Discrete Output #3*
Orange/White 22 Rear Inboard 3 Discrete Output #2*
Yellow White 21 Rear Inboard 2 Discrete Output #1 (L)*
Brown 20 Front Take down Front Take down
Red/White 19 Alley Flash Alley Flash
Pink 18 Alley Driver Alley Driver
Red 17 Alley Passenger Alley Passenger
Orange 16 Front Inboard 3 Front Inboard 3
Yellow 15 Front Inboard 2 Front Inboard 2
Green 14 Front Inboard 1 Front Inboard 1
Blue 13 Front Corners Front Corners
Pink/White 12 Arrow, Left* Discrete Output #8 (R)*
Purple/White 11 Arrow, Center* Discrete Output #7*
Gray/White 10 Arrow, Right* Discrete Output #6*
Black/White 9 Arrow, Warning Discrete Output #5*
White 8 Pattern Select* Pattern Select*
Purple 7 Low Power Low Power
Brown/White 6 Front Take down Flash Front Take down Flash
Light Green 5 Auxiliary* Auxiliary*
Black 4 Cruise Lights* Cruise Lights*
Gray 3 Mode Select* Mode Select*
Green/White 2 Rear Inboard 1 Rear Inboard 1
Blue/White 1 Rear Corners Rear Corners

* - Reference page 11 for detailed explanation of functions

Note - Reference Switch table for explanation of what inputs are affected by
Active Low Switches

Standard Functions

Pin#

(4 Wire Arrow Control)

Discrete Functions

(8 Wire Arrow Control)

Fuctional inputs connect to your control head or

switching unit. Applying +12Vdc to any functional

input will activate it’s function (default-active high).

For more information, see switches explanantion on

Functional Inputs

second page.

Connector Pinning Chart

Controlled by Active Low Switch #2

Controlled by Active Low Switch #1

PIN#24 - Light Green/White

Pink/White - PIN#12

PIN#20 - Brown

PIN#23 - Red Black

PIN#21 - Yellow/White

PIN#19 - Red/White

PIN#22 - Orange/White

White - PIN#08

Purple - PIN#07

Gray/White - PIN#10

Black/White - PIN#09

Purple/White - PIN#11

PIN#15 - Yellow

PIN#18 - Pink

Brown/White - PIN#06

PIN#14 - Green

PIN#16 - Orange

PIN#17 - Red

Light Green - PIN#05

PIN#13 - Blue

Gray - PIN#03

Black - PIN#04

Blue/White - PIN#01

GreenWhite - PIN#02

Page 11

FLASH PATTERNS AND

Input Group Control Light Output Groups

Front Inboard 1 Red, Yellow
Front Inboard 2 Gr een
Front Inboard 3 Blue

Rear Inboard 1 Red, Yellow
Rear Inboard 2 Green
Rear Inboard 3 Blue

Take Down Whit e, Orange

CONNECTOR INSTRUCTIONS

FLASH PATTERN TABLE

BREAKOUT BOX HOOKUP:

Make sure the 24-pin connector and the RJ-45
connector are snapped in securely.

Follow the label for the wire color to connect to a
12Vdc source, which turns on that given light or
lights.

Make sure your wire connections are secured and
isolated from any other wire.

LED Module Flash Patterns

#

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

Pattern Name
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Quint
Warp

Inter-Cycle Flash

Quad Flash
RoadRunner™
RoadRunner™

Slow Runner
Slow Runner

Q-Switch

Single, Steady Burn

Quad, Steady Burn

Warp, Steady Burn
Nothing, Steady Burn
E-Pattern Single Flash

E-Pattern Double Flash

E-Pattern Single Flash

E-Pattern Double Flash

Warp 1,2,3
Warp 2,3,1
Warp 3,2,1

Steady Burn

Sequence
Alternating
Alternating
Alternating
Alternating
Alternating

Simultaneous

Alternating

Simultaneous

™

Variable
Steady Burn
Steady Burn
Steady Burn
Steady Burn

Alternating

Alternating
Simultaneous
Simultaneous

Variable
Variable
Variable

Steady Burn

fpm*

70

350

-

80
115
115

70

70

-

115

80
350

­230
128
230
155

-

-

-

-

fps**

*fpm=Flashes per Minute
**fps=Flashes per Second

1.18

5.88

-

1.35

1.92

1.92

1.16

1.16

-

1.92

1.35

5.88

-

3.85

2.13

3.85

2.6

-

-

-

-

LED Take down & Alley Flash Patterns

1
2
3
4
5

RoadRunner™
PowerPulse™

Q-Switch™

ETM™

Steady Burn

Alternating
Alternating

Variable

Simultaneous

Steady Burn

115
180

-

214

-

Directional Bar Warning Function Patterns

PowerPulse™ Alternating

1

PowerPulse™ Alternating

2

Quad Alternating

3

Warp Alternating

4
5
6
7
8
9

Hyper Scan
Super Scan

Power Flash

Thunder and Lightning

Center Out

Left/Right

Center Out

Adjacent

2X Individual Sweep

Pulsing + Sweep
Dual Rate Pulse/Alt
Dual Rate Alt/Pulse

Random

180
180

80

350

-

-

-

-

-

Split Arrow Bars Also Have The Following Multi-color Patterns

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17

RoadRunner™

Warp

Warp
Inter-Cycle Flash
Inter-Cycle Flash
Inter-Cycle Flash
Inter-Cycle Flash
Inter-Cycle Flash

Alternating

Adjacent
Adjacent

Adjacent
Alternating
Alternating
Alternating
Alternating

115

350
350

-

-

-

-

-

Directional Bar Directional Function Patterns For
Left, Center Out, & Right Sequences

1

Solid Arrow Plus, Slow

2

Solid Arrow, Slow

3

Individual Arrow, Fast

4

Chaser Arrow, Fast

Grow / Decay

Solid

Individual

2X Individual

1.92

3.00

-

3.57

-

3.00

3.00

1.35

5.88

-

-

-

-

-

1.92

5.88

5.88

-

-

-

-

-

LIGHTBAR CONTROLLER CONNECTOR INSTRUCTIONS

* Rear inboards have RED and BLUE wires
* Front inboards have GREEN wires

EPL 9000 SWITCH SETTINGS

SW2

SW1

Off

Off

Off

Off

On

Off

On

Off

Off

On

Off

On

On

On

On

On

SW3

Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On

SW4

On
Off

SW5

On
Off

SW6

On
Off

PURPOSE

8-WIRE CONTROL

NO ARROW

N/A
4 MOD ARROW
5 MOD ARROW
6 MOD ARROW
7 MOD ARROW
8 MOD ARROW

PASSENGER-SIDE EXIT

DRIVER-SIDE EXIT

SPLIT-COLOR ARROW MODULES

FULL ARROW MODULE

FOR TURN SIGNALS ON YELLOW OUTPUT

FOR TURN SIGNALS ON BLUE OUTPUT

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CONTROLLER AND WIRE
HARNESS INSTRUCTIONS

LIGHT MODULE WIRE HARNESS LOCATIONS

Red

Red

FRONT

Green

Green

Green

PASSENGER

SIDE

Blue

Blue

DRIVER
SIDE

37” Bar

Green

Green

Red Red

11 12 13 14

31 32 33 34

Red Red

43” Bar

Green Green

Blue

11 12 13 14 15

31 32 33 34 35

Blue

Green

REPLACEMENT OF INBOARD AND
END (CORNER) MODULES:

1. Disconnect main power.

2. Remove top cover by removing 3 torx drive
screws.

3. Locate module and remove mounting screws or
locknuts. Pull or slide module from lightbar.

4. Remove connector from rear of module by
carefully disengaging locking latch and pull
connector from back of module.

5. Push module connector into replacement module
ensuring locking latch is seated properly.

6. Replace module and hardware that fasten module
to base extrusion.

7. Restore power to bar and test new module to
ensure functionality.

8. Replace top cover of bar with screws removed in
step 2.

Colors shown indicate color coded labels on
wiring harness.

50” Bar

Blue

Green Green

11 12 13 14 15 16

31 32 33 34 35 36

Green

Blue

Red Red

Red

Red

Green

Blue

Blue

56.5” Bar

Green

Blue

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

31 32 33 34 35 36 37

Green

Yellow

Blue

Red

Red

Green

Green

Blue

Blue

wolleYwolleY

Yellow

63” Bar

Green

Green

Yellow

Blue

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

Green

Blue

Red

Red

Red

Red

Green

Blue

Blue

White is for Take Down 1 lights. Orange (if
available) is for Take Down 2 lights. Replace
color indicated on diagram with white (or
Orange) labeled wire.

If modules are being replaced in the field make
sure they are reinstalled with single wire
connectors to FRONT of vehicle. See below.

Red, Blue Double
Wire (Rear)

Yellow

wolleYwolleY

Green

Single Wire

(Front)

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APEX TROUBLESHOOTING

NORMAL OPERATION

Under Normal operation with lightbar turned on the breakout box will have the Green and Red LED light on steady. When ever you change
an input to the lightbar the Red LED on the breakout box will flash then go back to steady.

When the lightbar is off (no inputs active) the Green LED on the breakout box will stay on for 15 seconds then go off putting the lightbar into
sleep (standby) mode. The Red LED will flash every 5 seconds to tell you there is power to the breakout box and it is waiting for an input to
turn on the lightbar.

NO OPERATION

No LED on or flashing on Breakout box; Check input power and ground to lightbar, check data cable for damage and/or

opens, check FH4 (5A) fuse on the electronic control board in lightbar.

Breakout box LED’s operating correctly; Check FH1 (20A) & FH2 (20A) fuse on the electronic control board in lightbar

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NO OR INCORRECT INBOARDS OR CORNERS LIGHTS (WARNING)

Breakout box LED’s operating correctly; Check FH1 fuse on the electronic control board in lightbar

No steady Red LED on breakout box; Check 24-pin connector at breakout box (insure it is snapped in correctly), check

appropriate input to breakout box for output lights which should be on

No rear warning lights; Check dip switch SW5 setting for full (off) or split (on) arrow (on full you may not

get any warning) (after arrow dip switch changes main power must be cycled)

NO TAKE DOWNS OR ALLEYS LIGHTS

Breakout box LED’s operating correctly; Check FH2 (20A) hfuse on the electronic control board in lightbar

No steady Red LED on breakout box; Check 24-pin connector at breakout box (insure it is snapped in correctly), check

appropriate input to breakout box for output lights which should be on

INCORRECT OR NO ARROW OPERATION

Breakout box LED’s operating correctly; Check dip switches setting on the electronic control board in lightbar (after arrow

dip switch changes main power must be cycled)

No steady Red LED on breakout box; Check 24-pin connector at breakout box (insure it is snapped in correctly), check

appropriate input to breakout box for output lights which should be on

Arrow direction incorrect; Change passenger/drivers side dip switch SW4 on the electronic control board in

lightbar (after arrow dip switch changes main power must be cycled)

8-wire control not operating; Check dip switch setting SW1-3 (should be off, off, off) on the electronic control

board in lightbar (after arrow dip switch changes main power must be cycled)

Split arrow not operating; Check dip switch SW5 (should be on) on the electronic control board in lightbar

(after arrow dip switch changes main power must be cycled)

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

STANDARD REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR EPX3000™

Miscellaneous Components

ETSWDAS01 Universal Directional Arrow Switch (see website for compatibility)
PEPX3E00 Electrical Enclosure 10-16 volt
PEPX3E01 Electrical Enclosure 10-30 volt
PETLJ00 Electrical Enclosure 10-30 volt
PEPL9BBHNL Breakout Box Harness, 36" Length
PEPL9BBHNS Breakout Box Harness, 12" Length
PEPX3K01 Base Molding & Hardware (pair) - connects the end cap to the extrusion
PEPL9RFGR Roof Wire Grommet for External Break Out Box

PEPX3GA01 Rear Groove Gasket
PEPX3GA00 Front Groove Gasket

Permanent Mounting Brackets & Hook Kits

PEPX3K00 Low Profile Fixed Mount Bracket - (each)
PEPX3K02 Permanent Mount Headache Rack Bracket (each)
HOOK KITS*
SEE "HOOK KIT COMPATIBILITY CHART"

Alley & Take Down/Scene Work Light Modules

PEPX3HL16WC Long Range Work Light - Lexan Lens, 10-16 volt
PEPX3HC16WC Long Range Work Light - Xylex Lens, 10-16 volt
PEPX3HC26WC Long Range Work Light, Xylex Lens, 10-30 volt
PEPX3HS16WC Scene Work Light - Lexan Lens, 10-16 volt
PEPX3HD16WC Scene Work Light - Xylex Lens, 10-16 volt
PEPX3HD26WC Scene Work Light -Xylex Lens, 10-30 volt
Blank Inboard Modules, Solid Colors / No LEDs
PEPX3LS060A Amber Lexan Lens
PEPX3LS060B Blue Lexan Lens
PEPX3LS060C Clear Lexan Lens
PEPX3LS060R Red Lexan Lens
PEPX3LX060A Amber Xylex Lens
PEPX3LX060B Blue Xylex Lens
PEPX3LX060C Clear Xylex Lens
PEPX3LX060R Red Xylex Lens

Inboard Module - Color Lens/Color LEDs

PEPX3LS16AA Amber Lexan Lens/Amber LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16BB Blue Lexan Lens/Blue LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16RR Red Lexan Lens/Red LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16AA Amber Xylex Lens/Amber LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16BB Blue Xylex Lens/Blue LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16RR Red Xylex Lens/Red LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX26AA Amber Xylex Lens/Amber LEDs - 10-30V
PEPX3LX26BB Blue Xylex Lens/Blue LEDs - 10-30V
PEPX3LX26RR Red Xylex Lens/Red LEDs - 10-30V

Inboard Module - Clear Lens/Color LEDs

PEPX3LS16AC Clear Lexan Lens/Amber LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16BC Clear Lexan Lens/Blue LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16GC Clear Lexan Lens/Green LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16RC Clear Lexan Lens/Red LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16WC Clear Lexan Lens/White LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16AC Clear Xylex Lens/Amber LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16BC Clear Xylex Lens/Blue LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16GC Clear Xylex Lens/Green LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16RC Clear Xylex Lens/Red LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16WC Clear Xylex Lens/White LEDs - 10-16V
PEPX3LX26AC Clear Xylex Lens/Amber LEDs - 10-30V
PEPX3LX26BC Clear Xylex Lens/Blue LEDs - 10-30V
PEPX3LX26GC Clear Xylex Lens/Green LEDs - 10-30V
PEPX3LX26RC Clear Xylex Lens/Red LEDs - 10-30V
PEPX3LX26WC Clear Xylex Lens/White LEDs - 10-30V
"Split Inboard Modules, Split Colors - EPX3000 Split Arrow"
PEPX3LS16FC Clear Lexan Lens/ White & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear and/or arrow modules) - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16JC Clear Lexan Lens/Red & Blue LEDs (center front or center rear only) - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16KC Clear Lexan Lens/Red & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear and/or arrow modules) - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16MC Clear Lexan Lens/Blue & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear and/or arrow modules) - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16PC Clear Lexan Lens/Green & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear and/or arrow modules) - 10-16V
PEPX3LS16ZC Clear Lexan Lens/ Blank & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear and/or arrow modules) - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16FC Clear Xylex Lens/ White & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear and/or arrow modules) - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16JC Clear Xylex Lens/Red & Blue LEDs (center front or center rear only) - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16KC Clear Xylex Lens/Red & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear and/or arrow modules) - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16MC Clear Xylex Lens/Blue & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear and/or arrow modules) - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16PC Clear Xylex Lens/Green & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear or arrow modules) - 10-16V
PEPX3LX16ZC Clear Xylex Lens/ Blank & Amber LEDs (center front, center rear and/or arrow modules) - 10-16V

*http://www.soundoffsignal.com/warnamber/lightbars/lb_APEX.htm

For inboard or end cap

(corner) module

replacement, contact a

customer service

representative to ensure

correct replacement.

Please have the lightbar

serial number available

(Configured).

Corner Warning with

integrated Alley

Assembly

(Configured)

Inboard Warning, Take
Down, and Work Light

Assembly

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PRODUCT MAINTENANCE

CLEANING -
Keeping the lenses clean and scratch free will optimize the performance of the lightbar. To clean use a soft

cotton cloth and mild soapy water to clean dirt and insects off from the lenses. Never use window
cleaners or harsh chemicals on the lenses; this may cause failure of the lenses or reduce clarity resulting
in the reduction of light output.

The exterior of the lightbar also should be cleaned with mild soapy water and a soft cotton cloth.

MOUNTING INTEGRITY:

A review of bolt/hardware/mounting bracket integrity should be performed at the

beginning and end of each shift.

NOTES

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WARRANTY & RETURN GOODS PROCEDURE

To review our Limited Warranty Statement & Return Policy for this or any SoundOff Signal product please visit our website at
www.soundoffsignal.com and select the “Warranty & Returns” link along the left column of our home page. If you have questions regarding this
product please contact Technical Services, Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm at 1.800.338.7337, press #4 to skip the automated message. Questions
or comments that do not require immediate attention may be emailed to [e-mail]. 1.800.338.7337. /
www.soundoffsignal.com / Thank you for trusting us with your safety!

Warranty Return Process

Please contact your SoundOff Signal Sales Representative, Customer Services staff or our Technical Department (800.338.7337) for a RMA#
(Return Merchandise Authorization) number.

The following information is required for issuance of the RMA#:

• Reason for returning the product*

• Address where replacement product is to be shipped*

• Telephone number where you may be reached*

• SoundOff Signal invoice number on which product was purchased**

• SoundOff Signal part number and serial number**

• E-mail address where RMA# should be e-mailed**

• Fax number where RMA# should be faxed**

SoundOff Signal will NOT accept returns without an RMA#. Each RMA# is good for only one (1) shipment and will expire (7) days after the date
it was issued. Products must be shipped back to SoundOff Signal and the RMA# clearly marked on the outside of the package near the shipping
label. Please use the following address on your shipping label:
ATTN.: RMA#
SoundOff Signal
3900 Central Parkway
Hudsonville, MI 49426

Warranty Exclusions

Shipping & Handling, labor and service fees are non-refundable. SoundOff Signal is not liable for any damage due to installation or personal injury as
a result of using SoundOff Signal product.

Warranty Forfeiture

Warranty will not be granted if the Warranty Return Policy & Procedure rules are not strictly followed. Physical damage resulting from customer
abuse will void warranty. Warranty will also be voided if any SoundOff Signal and/or manufacturer serial tags, product stickers, seals, or the like,
are removed, altered or tampered with. Returned product that is damaged by shipping via the RMA# procedure is not the responsibility of
SoundOff Signal.

* RMA# will not be given without this information.
** If available, please provide this information.

Document effective date on cover and below supersedes previously dated policies and statements.

There are no other warranties, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, any implied merchantability or fitness for a particular use.
SoundOff Signal reserves the right to modify this warranty statement at any time; or to discontinue, modify, or upgrade any products of its
manufacture with design improvements without prior notice.

ISO-9001-2008 Registered ©2011 SoundOff Signal / Emergency Technology Inc. dba SoundOff Signal

toll free 800.338.7337 / office 616.896.7100 / order fax [phone] / www.soundoffsignal.com

EPX3000 9.11

Printed in the USA / All Rights Reserved / Specifications subject to change without notice.

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