Soundoff Signal nROADS Fleet Series Manual

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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 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.

COMPONENTS/ CONTENTS

Standard Equipment:

1 - nROADS Fleet® LED Lightbar, built to your specications

1 - Handheld Controller

Other Parts that May Be Included Depending on Your Conguration:

1 - Vehicle Specic Hook Kit w/ Hardware* 2 - Fixed Height Mounting Brackets w/ Hardware 1 - Flat Mount Hardware Kit or 2 - Headache Brackets w/ Hardware

*Kits will vary with each lightbar, depending on vehicle specied on order form.

Compatible Lights with This System (Ordered Separately):

2 or 4 - 4" mpower® Fascia Lights

Unpack Lightbar

1. Remove the lightbar from box and packaging.

2. Save packaging for later shipping.

3. Check components/ contents.

4. Please reference these instructions for proper wiring and installation.

For Quick Install Video please visit:

https://www.soundoffsignal.com/products/nroads-eet-cng-lightbar/

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE CONTENT

1 COMPONENTS/ CONTENTS

2 MODULE SPECIFICATIONS

3 TECHNICAL/ POWER SPECIFICATIONS

4 FIXED HEIGHT BRACKETS AND HOOK MOUNTING

5 GASKET MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

6,7 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

8,9 MPOWER® INSTALLATION

10-12 FLASH PATTERNS & CONFIGURATIONS

13 WIRING & HANDHELD BUTTON ASSIGNMENT

14 LIGHT MODULE WIRE HARNESS LOCATIONS

15 DRIVER MODULE/ MPOWER® REPLACEMENT

16 CONNECT-N-GO SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING

17,18 REPLACEMENT PARTS

19 WARRANTY AND RETURN GOODS PROCEDURE

Important Information:

• Warning devices are strictly regulated and governed by Federal, State and Municipal ordinances. These devices shall be used ONLY on approved vehicles. It is the sole responsibility of the user of these devices to ensure compliance.

• DO NOT install this product or route any wires in the air bag deployment zone. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for the location of any air bag deployment zones.

• DO NOT connect this device to a strobe power supply. This product is self-contained and does not require an external power supply.

WARNING

This product contains high intensity LED devices. To

prevent eye damage, DO NOT stare into the light

beam at close range.

1.800.338.7337 / www.soundoffsignal.com

Installers and users must comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding use and installation of warning devices. Improper use or installation may void

warranty coverage. To review our Limited Warranty Statement & Return Policy for this or any SoundOff Signal product, visit our website at www.soundoffsignal.com/sales-

support. If you have questions regarding this product, contact Technical Services, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or after hours 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. EST 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 techservices@soundoffsignal.com.

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NOTICE:

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MODULE SPECIFICATIONS

6 LED Single & 12 LED Dual Color Inboard Module

INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE: 10-16Vdc

CURRENT DRAW: 0.2 Amps (Flashing) / 0.4 Amps(Steady On) POWER @ 12.8Vdc: 2.6W (Flashing) / 5.2W (Steady On)

9 LED Single & 18 LED Dual Color Inboard Module

INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE: 10-16Vdc

CURRENT DRAW: 0.3 Amps (Flashing) / 0.6 Amps (Steady On) POWER @ 12.8Vdc: 3.9W (Flashing) / 7.8W (Steady On)

6 LED White Takedown Module

INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE: 10-16Vdc

CURRENT DRAW: 0.2 Amps (Flashing) / 0.4 Amps (Steady On) POWER @ 12.8Vdc: 2.6W (Flashing) / 5.2W (Steady On)

9 LED Single & 18 LED Dual Color Corner Module

INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE: 10-16Vdc

CURRENT DRAW: 0.3 Amps (Flashing) / 0.6 Amps (Steady On) POWER @ 12.8Vdc: 3.9W (Flashing) / 7.8W (Steady On)

12 LED Single & 24 LED Dual Color Corner Module

INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE: 10-16Vdc

CURRENT DRAW: 0.4 Amps (Flashing) / 0.8 Amps (Steady On) POWER @ 12.8Vdc: 5.2W (Flashing) / 10.4W (Steady On)

Corner Module with Integrated Alley Light Module

INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE: 10-16Vdc

CURRENT DRAW: 0.25 Amps (Flashing) / 0.5 Amps (Steady On) POWER @ 12.8Vdc: 3.2W (Flashing) / 6.4W (Steady On)

FLASHING = AVERAGE

STEADY ON (100%) = PEAK

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Light Bar Component

0.010 Amps

0.002 Amps

0.13 Watts

0.03 Watts

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Exterior Lightbar Connect-n-Go System

TOP VIEW WITH COVERS ON

BOTTOM VIEW

FRONT

Material:

Aluminum Base, polycarbonate outer lenses, ASA/PC top cover.

Roof Attachments: 1/4" bolt Stainless A2

Operating Temperature: -40º to +65º C

LENGTH # OF INBOARDS DIMENSIONS

36" 4

42" 5

48" 6

54" 7

60" 8

POWER SPECIFICATIONS

Input Voltage Range:

10 -16 Vdc

12"D x 2.5"H

Inboard

Current Draw

(Average = Flashing)

Ignition ON Ignition OFF Ignition ON Ignition OFF

Wire Exit Hole

REAR

Standby Current

Reverse Polarity

Load Dump

Power Cable 15ft 12 AWG Wires: (+) RED, (-) BLACK

16 AWG Wire: (Ignition) PINK

TOP VIEW WITH COVERS OFF

Wiring

REAR

Data Cable 25ft RJ-45 Type

mpower

® Harness(es) 15ft 22 AWG

RC IN1 IN2 IN3 IN3 IN2 IN1 RC

Power Consumption

(Watts)

Protected

FC IN1 IN2 IN3 IN3 IN2 IN1 FC

INBOARD LED MODULES

FRONT

CORNER MODULE

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DESCRIPTION:

MATERIAL:

Figure 1.

Short T-Slot Bolts 2x

Long T-Slot Bolts 2x

FIXED HEIGHT BRACKETS AND HOOK

MOUNTING (NON-PURSUIT)

1. Keeping the lightbar level with the road, attach mounting feet to the roof of the vehicle using the supplied T-bolts. If the vehicle is pursuit rated, there will be 8 supplied T-bolts. For non-pursuit rated vehicles, there will be 4 supplied T-bolts. If the light bar needs to be leveled, a 1.5° wedge has been provided.

2. Place lightbar centered on the roof, and hold brackets up to the lightbar. A 1/4" to 1/2" gap should be between the hook bracket and front wall of the mounting foot prior to putting any tension on the hook bracket bolt (See Figure 3.) Adjust the mounting foot position to accomodate for this gap.

3. Tighten 2 lock nuts to secure mounting foot to lightbar with max torque between 80-90in/lbs. DO NOT

OVERTIGHTEN!

Metal Nut Bracket

Washer

Lock Nut

Figure 2.

Rubber Pad

1.5° Wedge (use if necessary)

Mounting Foot

Hook Bracket Cover Door

Hook Bracket

Flat Washer

Hook Bracket

Bolt

Screws 4x

4. Using holes in the hook bracket as a template, drill 4 holes in the roof using the appropriate size drill. Secure hook bracket to roof with 4 screws on each side. Tighten hook bracket bolts with max torque 40-50in/

lbs.

5. Tighten the hook bracket bolts, torque details below:

Due to different vehicle construction and mounting locations, the torque levels for connecting hooks to the lightbar foot may be different based on the vehicle.

A. Minimum requirement for torque should be 10 IN/LB, with a maximum level of 45 IN/LB.*

B. When installing the bolts connecting the

hook to the lightbar foot, monitor both the lightbar and roof of the vehicle. C. Tighten to ensure there is no movement of

the light bar or foot by ensuring there is no movement either side to side, or front to rear

after the torque has been done. The lightbar must be securely mounted to the vehicle for safe operation.

*Deection of the lightbar and/or the roof of the vehicle may occur when torquing the bolts connecting the hook to the light bar foot. Any deection should be kept at

a minimum to avoid damage to the lightbar or vehicle.

Figure 3.

1/4" - 1/2" Gap Required

NOTE: As always, it is recommended to check the integrity of mounted lightbars on a daily basis to ensure secure attachment to the vehicle for continued safe operation.

6. Install the cover door over the hook bracket bolt to nish the assembly. Place tab of one side into place and then push the second tab into place with a athead screw driver.

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 airbag deployment zone.

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REAR

FRONT

Fig. 1

Grey gasket location - Cut to t

GASKET MOUNTING INSTALLATION

1. Install the Grey gasket in the front slot of the lightbar, as shown in Fig 1.

WIRE SLEEVE INSTALLATION

1. Unspool all harnesses coming out of the lightbar.

2. Feed all harnesses through the sleeve until the sleeve is

positioned at the exit hole under the lightbar.

3. Continue sliding the sleeve through the rubber gasket until it hits a hard stop (should be an additional 1-2 inches.)

4. Use the included zip tie to clamp around the end of the sleeve opposite the lightbar, as shown in Fig 2.

Fig. 2

Wire Exit Hole

Wire Harness Sleeve

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Featured Highlights & Terminology:

Directional Arrow Built-in: The directional controller is built-in with 11 patterns for each of the 3 modes (left arrow, right arrow, and center out

arrow) and the color is selectable for dual color bars.

Scene Light Mode: Allows the user to program any light head group(s) to turn on steady when this feature is activated to provide additional scene lighting. The activation of this input also activates the takedown function.

WARNING

ALL CUSTOMER SUPPLIED POWER WIRES CONNECTING TO THE POSITIVE (+) OR NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY

TERMINAL OR LOCAL CHASIS GROUND (-) MUST BE SIZED TO SUPPLY AT LEAST 125% OF THE MAXIMUM

CURRENT AND PROPERLY FUSED AT THE POWER SOURCE WITH APPROPIATELY RATED FUSE.

Power Cable:

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

2. Install a maximum of 15Amp Fuse (customer supplied) to the end of the RED wire of the light bar 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 and secured from being cut into; this is non-fused wire.

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

5. Connect PINK wire to switched source of voltage (i.e. ignition.)

Control (Data) Cable:

1. Route lightbar control cable to the location where the handheld controller harness with supplied coupler will be.

Note: Coupler is not weatherproof and must be mounted inside the vehicle.

Initial Power up Test:

1. Connect RJ-45 power/ data plug to the handheld controller plug, using the supplied coupler.

2. Apply power to PINK ignition wire.

DIP Switch Settings on Controller Board* (Front):

1. Worklight Color (OFF = Color 1, ON = Color 2)

2. Arrow Color (OFF = Color 1, ON = Color 2)

3. Corner Color Swap (OFF = Normal, ON = Swap colors 1 and 2)

*Please reference Page 15 for controller board location

Note: DIP Switch 3 is used if “W/A” modules are used in inboard worklight positions.

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION (CONT.)

Initial Setup of mpower® Fascia Lights (2 Front and 2 Rear):

The Connect-n-Go mpower® modules will automatically sync with the nROADS® Fleet Lightbar. To ensure the mpower® modules are synced properly based upon where they are mounted, perform the following steps:

1. Ensure the lightbar is powered properly and no buttons are activated on the handheld.

2. Connect the rst mpower® module (mounted on the Rear Driver side of the vehicle) to one of the mating connector harnesses coming out of the

lightbar.

3. Activate a button on the handheld, deactivate the button, and then wait for the system to recognize the newly plugged in module (about 15 seconds.) The module will ash its ID when it has paired with the lightbar.

4. Connect the next module and repeat steps 2 - 3 (in the order shown below) for each module until all modules have been paired, where the mpower® module with: a. ID #1 is in the Rear Driver position.

b. ID #2 is in the Rear Passenger position.

c. ID #3 is in the Front Driver position.

d. ID #4 is in the Front Passenger position.

5. If an mpower® module is not acting as desired, refer to Program 6, 7, 8, or 9 on Pages 10, 11 for reprogramming steps.

Initial Setup of mpower® Fascia Lights (2 Rear):

1. Ensure the lightbar is powered properly and no buttons are activated on the handheld.

2. Connect the rst mpower® module (mounted on the Rear Driver side of the vehicle) to one of the mating connector harnesses coming out of the

lightbar.

3. Activate a button on the handheld, deactivate the button, and then wait for the system to recognize the newly plugged in module (about 15 seconds.) The module will ash its ID (1) when it has paired with the lightbar.

4. Connect the second mpower® module (mounted on the Rear Passenger side of the vehicle) to the remaining mating connector harness coming out of the lightbar.

5. Activate a button on the handheld, deactivate the button, and then wait for the system to recognize the newly plugged in module (about 15 seconds.) The module will ash its ID (2) when it has paired with the lightbar.

6. If an mpower® module is not acting as desired, refer to Program 6, 7, or 8 on Page 10 for reprogramming steps.

Initial Setup of mpower® Fascia Lights (2 Front):

1. Ensure the lightbar is powered properly and no buttons are activated on the handheld.

2. Connect the rst mpower® module (mounted on the Front Driver side of the vehicle) to one of the mating connector harnesses coming out of

the lightbar.

3. Activate a button on the handheld, deactivate the button, and then waiting for the system to recognize the newly plugged in module (about 15 seconds.) The module will ash its ID (3) when it has paired with the lightbar.

4. Connect the second mpower® module (mounted on the Front Passenger side of the vehicle) to the remaining mating connector harness coming out of the lightbar.

5. Activate a button on the handheld, deactivate the button, and then waiting for the system to recognize the newly plugged in module (about 15 seconds.) The module will ash its ID (4) when it has paired with the lightbar.

6. If an mpower® module is not acting as desired, refer to Program 6, 7, or 8 on Page 10 for reprogramming steps.

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FASCIA LIGHTS - 4”*

SOLD SEPARATELY *Not compatible with mpower® Fascia mounting options and accessories

THREADED STUD x2

FIGURE 1

INSTALLATION:

Stud Mount (Figure 1)

1. Pre-Drill per stud mount pattern indicated on page 9, per the supplied mounting template.

2. Clean the surface as required.

3. Deburr hole as required.

4. Feed wire through the drilled wire hole and make mating plug connection.

5. Install light, inserting 2 studs into the 2 drilled holes.

6. Install 2 lock nuts onto studs behind mount surface. Hand tighten only

until mount surface and light are ush.

Quick Mount (Figure 2)

1. Pre-Drill per quick mount pattern indicated on page 9 (wire hole only.)

2. Deburr hole as required.

3. Clean surface with supplied alcohol wipe.

4. Feed wire through the drilled wire hole and make mating plug connection.

5. Remove adhesive backer and align light into desired position. Apply to

surface and hold rmly for 30 seconds. CAUTION! APPLY UNIFORM PRESSURE ACROSS FULL FACE OF LIGHT.

Screw Mount (Figure 3)

1. Pre-Drill per screw mount pattern indicated on page 9.

2. Deburr and clean the surface as required.

3. Feed wire through the drilled wire hole and make mating plug connection.

4. Install light with 2x Torx drive screws and hand tighten only until mount

surface and light are ush.

WIRE HOLE

LOCKNUT x2

STUD MOUNT - THREADED (SHOWN)

QUICK MOUNT

MOUNT SURFACE

ADHESIVE SURFACE

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 3

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

(From Mounting Surface)

4” Stud, Threaded Mount:

4” CURRENT CONSUMPTION (Amps)

Red 0.62 0.36

Amber, Blue,

Green or White

Dimensions

4” Screw Mount:

4” Quick Mount:

12.8Vdc

Peak Average

0.90 0.60

4.52”L x 0.92”H x 0.42”D

4.04”L x 0.92”H x 0.42”D

SCREW MOUNT

TORX DRIVE SCREWS x2

Please refer to Page 17 for

replacement module part

numbers*

*For colors not listed, the module has a

congured part number.

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0.98±0.01 25±0

SCREW MOUNT, 4"

QUICK MOUNT, 4"

REVISION LOG

REV

DESCRIPTION

STUD MOUNT, THREADED, 4"

FASCIA LIGHTS - 4” TEMPLATE

4" SCREW MOUNT

WIRE THRU-HOLE

7/16

DRILL

11.00

2X DRILL

INSERT HOLES

0.04±0.01

1.00±0.15

2.15±0.01

54.50±0.25

WIRE THRU-HOLE

7/16

11.00

DRILL

4" THREADED STUD MOUNT

0.98±0.01 25±0

4" SCREW MOUNT

2.15±0.01

54.50±0.25

0.98±0.01 25±0

2X DRILL

INSERT HOLES

0.16±0.01

4±0

WIRE THRU-HOLE

DRILL

7/16

11.00

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Due to variations in the printing process and environmental factors, the sizes shown may not be accurate. If this document is used as a cutting template, it is the installers responsibility

to conrm the accuracy of the dimensions shown and adjust

accordingly.

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FLASH PATTERNS & CONFIGURATIONS

Program 1 - Flash Patterns 1:

1. Press and hold buttons 1 and 2 for 5 seconds.

2. The arrow left and arrow right indicators will ash and system will transition to warning ash mode 1 to indicate system is in this programming mode.

3. Press the arrow left and right buttons to decrement or advance the patterns. The pattern index will be reected on the buttons in BCD (see table on Page 12.) The buttons can also be pressed to enter a pattern number directly.

4. Press the FRONT button to exit programming mode, REAR to decrement to the previous program mode, or FULL to advance to next programming mode.

Program 2 - Flash Patterns 2:

1. Press and hold buttons 1 and 3 for 5 seconds.

2. The arrow left and alley left indicators will ash and system will transition to warning ash mode 2 to indicate system is in this programming mode.

4. Press the FRONT button to exit programming mode, REAR to decrement to the previous program mode, or FULL to advance to next programming mode.

Program 3 – Arrow Patterns:

1. Press and hold buttons 1 and 4 for 5 seconds.

2. The arrow left and alley right indicators will ash and system will transition to arrow left mode to indicate system is in this programming mode.

4. Press the FRONT button to exit programming mode, REAR to decrement to the previous program mode or FULL to advance to next programming mode.

Program 4 – Bar Length

1. Press and hold buttons 1 and 5 for 5 seconds.

2. The arrow right and alley left indicators will ash to indicate system is in this programming mode.

3. The current bar length is represented by the position of the red indicator. The bar length is changed by

pressing the corresponding button on the chart to the right.

4. Press the FRONT button to exit programming mode, REAR to decrement to the previous program mode, or FULL to advance to next programming mode.

Program 5 – Bar Flash Colors and Worklight Mode:

1. Press and hold buttons 1 and 6 for 5 seconds.

2. The arrow right and alley right indicators will ash and system will transition to warning mode 1 with worklights modes to indicate system is in this programming mode.

3. Press button 7 to assign these settings to ash pattern 1. Press button 8 to assign settings to ash pattern 2.

4. The ash pattern colors are selected by buttons 1 and 2, where button 1 will enable color 1, button 2 will enable color 2. Dual color ash mode is activated when both button 1 and button 2 are selected.

5. The worklight mode is selected with button 4 and 5. Button 4 will enable partial worklight mode and button 5 will enable full worklight mode.

6. Button 6 determines if the worklight modules will ash when bar is congured for partial worklight mode. On = ash, off = don’t ash the worklight color.

7. Press the front button to exit programming mode, rear to decrement to the previous program mode or full to advance to next programming mode.

Program 6 – mpower® Fascia Worklight Color Selection:

1. Press and hold buttons 2 and 3 for 5 seconds.

2. The alley left and alley right indicators will ash and system will transition to scene mode to indicate system is in this programming mode.

3. The worklight color for the front mpower® lights is determined by buttons 1, 2 and 3, where button 1 enables color 1, button 2 enables color 2, and button 3

enables color 3.

4. The worklight color for the rear mpower® lights is determined by buttons 4, 5 and 6, where button 4 enables color 1, button 5 enables color 2, and button 6

enables color 3.

5. Press the front button to exit programming mode, rear to decrement to the previous program mode or full to advance to next programming mode.

HANDHELD BUTTON ASSIGNMENT

(PROGRAMMING MODE)

Button Function

Front Exit Programming Mode

Rear Return to Previous Programming Mode

Full Advance to Next Programming Mode

Flash 2* Button 1

Front Scene Button 2

Full Scene Button 3

Alley Left Button 4

Rear Work Button 5

Alley Right Button 6

Arrow Left Button 7

Arrow Right Button 8

10.

Button 1 – Flash 2 36”

Button 2 – Front Scene 42”

Button 3 – Full Scene 48”

Button 4 – Alley Left 54”

Button 5 – Rear Work 60”

*Flash must already be active

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FLASH PATTERNS & CONFIGURATIONS (CONT.)

Program 7 – mpower® Fascia Flash Front Colors Selection:

1. Press and hold buttons 2 and 4 for 5 seconds.

2. The arrow left, arrow right, and alley left indicators will ash and system will transition to warning mode to indicate system is in this programming mode.

3. Press button 7 to assign settings to ash pattern 1. Press button 8 to assign settings to ash pattern 2.

4. The front aux light ash pattern colors are selected by buttons 1, 2 and 3, where button 1 will enable color 1, button 2 will enable color 2, and button 3 will enable color 3. Dual color ash mode is activated when two aux buttons are selected.

Note: Cannot ash tri-color.

5. Color swap of dual color patterns is enabled with button 4 for the front mpower® lights. This will swap the color ash phase with respect to the lightbar.

6. Press the front button to exit programming mode, rear to decrement to the previous program mode or full to advance to next programming mode.

Program 8 – mpower® Fascia Flash Rear Colors Selection:

1. Press and hold buttons 2 and 5 for 5 seconds.

2. The arrow right, alley left and alley right indicators will ash and system will transition to warning mode to indicate system is in this programming mode.

3. Press button 7 to assign settings to ash pattern 1. Press button 8 to assign settings to ash pattern 2.

4. The rear aux light ash pattern colors are selected by buttons 1, 2 and 3, where button 1 will enable color 1, button 2 will enable color 2, and button 3 will enable color 3. Dual color ash mode is activated when two aux buttons are selected.

5. Color swap of dual color patterns is enabled with button 4 for the rear mpower® lights. This will swap the color ash phase with respect to the lightbar.

6. Press the front button to exit programming mode, rear to decrement to the previous program mode or full to advance to next programming mode.

Program 9 – mpower® Position Selection:

1. Press and hold buttons 2 and 6 for 5 seconds.

2. All lights will turn off, except one of the mpower® lights will turn on steady for color 1. Buttons 1, 3, 4, and 6 will either blink or turn on solid. The solid LED represents the current position of the active module, where button 1 = Driver Front, button 3 = Passenger Front, button 4 = Driver Rear, and button 6 =

Passenger Rear.

3. Press the right arrow button to advance which mpower® module is lit (the left arrow will go backwards.)

4. Select the corresponding button to assign the lit light to a position. If that position already had a light assigned, that light will swap positions of the currently lit light. For example: The mpower® module in the passenger rear is lit and button 1 is solid; the light was assigned improperly. Pressing button 4 will assign the light module to the Driver Rear; the light that was in the Driver Rear position is now assigned to Driver Front.

5. If desired, press button 2 or 5 to set the lit module to be unassigned. Now, buttons 1, 3, 4, and 6 will all ash to indicate that the active light is not assigned to any of the positions. When in operating mode, an unassigned module will not ash.

6. Press the front button to exit this mode.

7. Verify placement by activating the front and then rear buttons and observing the lights.

Factory Reset:

1. Press and hold buttons 1, 2, and 3 for 5 seconds.

2. The arrow left, arrow right, alley left, and alley right red indicators will ash.

3. Press the FRONT button within 2 seconds of the alley / arrow indicators ashing to reset settings.

HANDHELD BUTTON ASSIGNMENT

(PROGRAMMING MODE)

Button Function

Front Exit Programming Mode

Rear Return to Previous Programming Mode

Full Advance to Next Programming Mode

Flash 2* Button 1

Front Scene Button 2

Full Scene Button 3

Alley Left Button 4

Rear Work Button 5

Alley Right Button 6

Arrow Left Button 7

Arrow Right Button 8

11.

*Flash must already be active

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FLASH PATTERN INDEX GUIDE (BCD)

FLASH PATTERNS: WARNING PATTERNS

FLASH PATTERNS

# Button(s)

1 1 2 2 3 1,2 4 3 5 1,3 6 2,3 7 1,2,3 8 4

9 1,4 10 2,4 11 1,2,4

SAE

# Name

1 Random #1 Yes No Variable

2 Quint Yes No Alternating 70 1.2

3 Quad 2 Ye s No Variable

4 Q-Switch Yes No Variable

5 Double Yes No Alternating 115 1.9

6 Power Pulse Yes No Alternating 180 3

7 Road Runner Yes Ye s Alternating 115 1.9

8 Slow Runner Yes No Alternating 70 1.2

9 Quint Simultaneous Yes No Simultaneous 70 1.2

10 Road Runner Simultaneous Ye s No Simultaneous 114 1.9

Compliant

Timing

California Title 13

Compliant Timing

Sequence fpm* fps**

*fpm=Flashes per Minute

**fps=Flashes per Second

FLASH PATTERNS: ARROW PATTERNS

SAE

# Name

Compliant

Timing

1 Single Fast No No 2 Single Slow No No 3 Chaser Fast No No 4 Chaser Slow No No 5 Fill Fast No No 6 Fill Slow No No 7 Grow/Shrink No No 8 Warning w/Arrow No No

9 Warning w/Arrow Fill No No 10 Arrow Random 1 No No 11 Arrow Random 2 No No

California Title 13 Compliant Timing

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HANDHELD WIRING & BUTTON ASSIGNMENT

15 Amp FUSE

(Customer Supplied)

GROUND

BLACK 12 GA.

RED 12 GA.

POWER

CABLE

GROUND

RJ-45 CABLE

PINK 16 GA.

+12v

Ignition

Switch

HANDHELD BUTTON ASSIGNMENT

Button Function Operation

FRONT Warning Front (Flash 1)* Latched

REAR Warning Rear (Flash 1)** Latched

FULL Warning Full (Flash 1)*** Latched Button 1 Flash 2**** Latched Button 2 Front Scene Latched

Button 3 Full Scene Latched

Button 4 Alley Left Latched

Button 5 Worklight Rear Latched

Button 6 Alley Right Latched

Button 7 Arrow Left Latched

Button 8 Arrow Right Latched

Button 7 + Button 8 Arrow Center Latched

Button 1 + Button 3 Enter mode to change pattern Latched

During Programming Mode Only

Button 7

Button 8

Pattern Advance Momentary

Pattern Backwards Momentary

** Returns to previous programming mode *** Advances to next programming mode ****Any warning mode must be activated

in order for Flash 2 to take effect

*Exits programming mode

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LIGHT MODULE REPLACEMENT & WIRE HARNESS LOCATIONS

REPLACEMENT OF INBOARD AND CORNER MODULES:

1. Disconnect main power.

2. Remove top cover by removing screws.

3. Locate module. If it has a bracket, remove the screw (if no bracket skip this step.)

4. Push down on black tab to un-clip the module.

5. Remove connector from rear of module by carefully pulling connector body from back of module.

6. Push module connector into replacement module ensuring locking latch is seated properly or connector is fully seated.

7. Replace screw if the module has a bracket (if no bracket skip this step).

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

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

LIGHT MODULE WIRE HARNESS LOCATIONS

3 Wire Harness to Power

Distribution PCB

3 Wire Harness to Power

Distribution PCB

12" Inboard Tub

Front

Rear

6" Inboard Tub

Front

Driver Side End Tub

Front

3 Wire Harness to Power

Distribution PCB

Rear

Passenger Side End Tub

Front

3 Wire Harness to Power

Distribution PCB

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DRIVER MODULE REPLACEMENT

Driver Module Replacement:

1. Verify power has been removed from light bar before attempting service.

2. Remove top cover.

3. Unplug 3 pin power/ data connector and LED module connectors from driver module assembly, noting location.

4. Remove driver module.

5. Snap new driver module assembly into housing.

6. Plug light modules into closest connector available and connect power and input wires.

7. Set DIP switches.

8. Apply power to lightbar and activate input wire(s) to verify proper operation.

9. Replace top cover with new SOS factory screws to maintain warranty seal.

*Controller Board Location, location will match wire side exit

(Refer to Page 6 for DIP Switch Settings)

MPOWER® MODULE REPLACEMENT

The Connect-n-Go mpower® replacement module will automatically sync with the nROADS® Fleet Lightbar. The system will recognize when a module has been removed, see that a new module has been added, and assign the “missing” mod ID to the new light. To replace a module, perform the following steps:

1. Disconnect and remove the module to be replaced.

2. Connect the replacement module to the same lightbar harness that was previously used.

3. Turn on the lightbar by activating any button on the hand held controller, then deactivate the button, and wait for the system to recognize the newly plugged in module (about 15 seconds.)

4. The module will ash its ID when it has paired with the lightbar: a. ID #1 is in the Rear Driver position.

b. ID #2 is in the Rear Passenger position.

c. ID #3 is in the Front Driver position.

d. ID #4 is in the Front Passenger position.

5. Finish mounting the replacement module.

6. If an mpower® module is not acting as desired, refer to Program 6, 7, 8, or 9 on Pages 10, 11 for reprogramming steps.

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CONNECT-N-GO SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING

NORMAL OPERATION

Under Normal Operation with light bar turned ON, the handheld controller will be backlit.

NO OPERATION

Controller backlight is green; Check input power and ground to lightbar, check data cable for damage and/or opens.

Check Ignition Input wire and verify a minimum of 10.0 Volts is present on the wire.

Defective power distribution assembly – replace.

NO or INCORRECT INBOARDS or CORNERS LIGHTS (WARNING)

Controller backlight is green; Check DIP switches on driver modules in light bar. Verify they are all set correctly.

NO TAKEDOWNS LIGHTS

Controller backlight is green; Verify conguration and make sure light modules are congured for takedown function.

NO LIGHT OPERATION IN ONLY 1 TUB

Controller backlight is green; Remove top cover of tub in which lights are not functioning. Verify DIP switch is set correctly.

Check LED on driver module PCB is ashing when power is applied to any input wire on breakout box. If there is no LED illumination check for voltage across RED and BLACK power input wires to driver module. If voltage is present, replace driver module. If voltage is not present, locate the power distribution PCB (possibly in different tub) and verify fuse is not blown open. If fuse is blown, check for shorts in cabling replace any damaged cables and replace fuse. If fuse blows again, replace defective driver module assembly.

INCORRECT OR NO ARROW OPERATION

Controller backlight is green; Verify conguration and make sure light modules are congured for arrow function.

Verify lightbar length is properly set.

Note: Entering factory reset mode will reset lightbar to factory settings.

MPOWER® MODULES

mpower® modules aren't ashing Verify mpower® modules are plugged into the controller board and verify the conguration or lighting up for work light; to make sure that modules are set to ash and/ or work light.

mpower® modules aren't ashing Verify conguration. Ensure modules are set to ash and/ or work light one, or both colors. the right color/ work light is wrong color; Also, verify the right colors are selected.

Rear mpower® modules aren’t ashing in Verify conguration and make sure modules are set to ash. Verify mpower® modules have the right sync with rear of bar/ front mpower® ID's using Program 8. modules aren’t ashing in sync with front of bar;

Rear mpower® modules are ashing Verify conguration and make sure modules are set to ash. Verify mpower® modules have the with front of bar/ front mpower® right ID's using Program 8. modules are ashing with rear of bar;

Rear mpower® modules light up for Verify conguration and make sure modules are set to ash. Verify mpower® modules have the front work light/ front mpower® right ID's using Program 8. modules light up for rear work light;

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REPLACEMENT PARTS & ACCESSORIES

ITEM

4 PNFLBTCSKT1 TOP COVER SCREW KIT

1 PRMLBTTDRL(xx) TOP COVER - DRIVER SIDE

2 PRMLBTTLGL(xx) TOP COVER - LARGE MIDDLE

3 PRMLBTTPSL(xx) TOP COVER - PASSENGER SIDE

5 PNFLBTB(xx)LC BOTTOM LENSES - CLEAR LEXAN

9 PNFLBRFTD1 TD/WL REFLECTOR

8 PNFLBRFL845 INBOARD REFLECTOR

10 PNFLBRFC845-(x) CORNER REFLECTOR

PART# DESCRIPTION

PNFLBK00 STANDARD FIXED HEIGHT MOUNT - THIN PAD

PNFLBF00 FIXED HEIGHT PERMANENT MOUNT HOOK KIT

PNFLBK02 HEADACHE RACK MOUNT

PETLF00 FIXED HEIGHT PERMANENT MOUNT KIT

PNFLBK01 FIXED HEIGHT PERMANENT MOUNT

PNFLBK04 STANDARD FIX HEIGHT MOUNT - 48" TAHOE

PNFLBK05 STANDARD FIX HEIGHT MOUNT - 54" TAHOE

PNFLBK06 FIXED HEIGHT PURSUIT MOUNT THIN PAD

PNFLBK07 FIXED HEIGHT PURSUIT MNT THK PAD W/EXT

PNFLBK08 FIXED HEIGHT PURSUIT MNT THK PAD NO EXT

PNFLBK09 XTRA FIT HOOK KIT

PNFLBF(xx) HOOK BRACKETS

PNFLBWGKT1 WEDGE KIT

PNFLBHPKT1 HOLE PLUG KIT

PNFLBFTCV1 STANDARD FIXED HEIGHT FOOT CAP

PNFLBWMKT1 WIRE MANAGEMENT KIT

PRMLBTTSML(xx) TOP COVER - SMALL MIDDLE

ITEM

7 PRMLBCLD124(xx)-Z DUAL COLOR 24 LED CORNER BC MODULE - NO ALLEY

13 PCPNRCNG1 NROADS CONNECT-N-GO CONTROL PANEL

PART# DESCRIPTION

PRMLBLS106(x) SINGLE COLOR 6 LED INBOARD MODULES

PRMLBLS109(x) SINGLE COLOR 9 LED INBOARD MODULES

PRMLBLD112(xx) DUAL COLOR 12 LED INBOARD MODULES

PRMLBLD118(xx) DUAL COLOR 18 LED INBOARD MODULES

PRMLBHS106W 6 LED TAKEDOWN/WORKLIGHT

PRMLBCSS109(x) SINGLE COLOR 9 LED CORNER AD MODULES

PRMLBCSS112(x) SINGLE COLOR 12 LED CORNER AD MODULES

PRMLBLS109(x)-W SINGLE COLOR 9 LED CORNER BC MODULE W/ALLEY

PRMLBCLS112(x)-W SINGLE COLOR 12 LED CORNER BC MODULE W/ALLEY

PRMLBCLS109(x)-Z SINGLE COLOR 9 LED CORNER BC MODULE - NO ALLEY

PRMLBCLS112(x)-Z

PRMLBCSD118(xx) DUAL COLOR 18 LED CORNER AD MODULES

PRMLBCSD124(xx) DUAL COLOR 18 LED CORNER AD MODULES

PRMLBCLD118(xx)-W DUAL COLOR 18 LED CORNER BC MODULE W/ALLEY

PRMLBCLD124(xx)-W DUAL COLOR 24 LED CORNER BC MODULE W/ALLEY

PRMLBCLD118(xx)-Z DUAL COLOR 18 LED CORNER BC MODULE - NO ALLEY

PNFLBDST(x) DISTRIBUTION BOARDS

PSRN4RC1 RJ45 COUPLER

SINGLE COLOR 12 LED CORNER BC MODULE - NO

ALLEY

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REPLACEMENT PARTS & ACCESSORIES*** (CONT.)

PRMLBHNPW2 CONNECT-N-GO 16' POWER/IGNITION HARNESS

PRMLBHNXT1 CONNECT-N-GO 10' AUXILIARY EXTENSION HARNESS

PRMLBHNPT3

PRMLBDRV2 nROADS® CONNECT-N-GO POWER DISTRIBUTION BOARD

EMPSCG2QMS2(x)*

EMPSCG2QMS3(x)*

EMPSCG2QMS4(y)**

EMPSCG2STS2(x)*

EMPSCG2STS3(x)*

EMPSCG2STS4(y)**

EMPSCG2SMS2(x)*

EMPSCG2SMS3(x)*

EMPSCG2SMS4(y)**

mpower® 4" FASCIA LIGHT W/ QUICK MOUNT, FOR USE WITH CONNECT-N-GO, SAE CLASS 1 & CA TITLE 13,

mpower® 4" FASCIA LIGHT W/ STUD MOUNT, FOR USE WITH CONNECT-N-GO, SAE CLASS 1 & CA TITLE 13,

mpower® 4" FASCIA LIGHT W/ SCREW MOUNT, FOR USE WITH CONNECT-N-GO, SAE CLASS 1 & CA TITLE 13,

CONNECT-N-GO 16' AUXILIARY HARNESS with

JWPF CONNECTOR

9-32VDC, BLACK HOUSING, 6 LED, SINGLE COLOR

9-32VDC, BLACK HOUSING, 8 LED, SINGLE COLOR

9-32VDC, BLACK HOUSING, 12 LED, DUAL COLOR

9-32VDC, BLACK HOUSING, 6 LED, SINGLE COLOR

9-32VDC, BLACK HOUSING, 8 LED, SINGLE COLOR

9-32VDC, BLACK HOUSING, 12 LED, DUAL COLOR

9-32VDC, BLACK HOUSING, 6 LED, SINGLE COLOR

9-32VDC, BLACK HOUSING, 8 LED, SINGLE COLOR

9-32VDC, BLACK HOUSING, 12 LED, DUAL COLOR

*(x) is dened as: A (Amber), B (Blue), R (Red), or W (White)

**(y) is dened as: D (Red/White), E (Blue/White), F (Amber/ White), or J (Red/Blue)

***For colors not listed, the module has a congured part number.

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WARRANTY & RETURN GOODS PROCEDURE

CLEANING & CARE OF YOUR LIGHTBAR:

Keeping the lenses clean and scratch free will optimize the performance of the lightbar. The exterior of the lightbar including lenses should be cleaned with mild soapy water and a soft cotton cloth to remove dirt, grime and insects. 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.

MOUNTING INTEGRITY:

A review of bolt/hardware/mounting bracket integrity should be performed at the beginning and end of each shift.

WARNING MESSAGES - PLEASE READ:

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.

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.

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.

IMPORTANT: When passing cables through re wall or other sheet metal, insert grommet to protect the cable!

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**

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

SoundOff Signal will NOT accept returns without an RMA #. Each RMA # is good for only one (1) return and will expire (30) 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:

SoundOff Signal ATTN: RMA # / Technical Services 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.

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 tness 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.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual