Star Headlight & Lantern SS651, SS651MT, LCS653, LCS653-1 Installation And Operating Instruction Manual

PLITSTR248 REV F 4/22/08

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SS651 & SS651MT

SIREN AMPLIFIER

LCS653 & LCS653-1

SIREN AMPLIFIER AND LIGHT CONTROLLER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL DESCRIPTION 2
INSTALLATION 2-12

GENERAL INSTALLATION 2
INSTALLER-SELECTABLE OPTIONS 3

MOUNTING........................................................................................4-5

Amplifier ......................................................................................4

Control Heads .............................................................................5

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ...............................................6-11

SS651 Wiring Diagram...........................................................10

SS651MT Wiring Diagram....................................................11

LCS653/LCS653-1 Wiring Diagram...................................12

OPERATION 13-14

Selector Switch..............................................................................13

Manual/Phaser..............................................................................14

Horn.................................................................................................14

Siren Output Chart.....................................................................14

SERVICE 15-18

TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................15

SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................16

PARTS ....................................................................................................16

LIMITED WARRANTY...................................................................17

RETURNS..............................................................................................17

RETURNED GOODS AUTHORIZATION FORM ..................18

NOTICE

Due to continuous product improvements, we must reserve the right to change any specifications and
information contained in this manual at any time without notice. Signal Vehicle Products, Inc. makes
no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Signal Vehicle Products, Inc. shall
not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with
the furnishing, performance, or use of this manual.

INSTALLATION INFORMATION

MODELS: SS651-008 SS651MT-008 LCS653 LCS653-1

SERIAL NO: _________________________
PURCHASE DATE: ___________________ OPTIONS
DEALER: ___________________________ _____ Phaser Disabled
INSTALLATION DATE: ________________ _____ Two -Tone Enabled
INSTALLER: ________________________

Model and serial number located on the top of the amplifier unit

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The SS651, SS651MT, LCS653, and LCS653-1 Sirens are designed for single 100W speaker
use. They come standard with the amplifier unit as well as a remote control head (switch
panel). The primary operating modes are Wail, Yelp, Standby, Manual, and Horn. Both the
Manual Control and the Horn function will override all other functions, and can be utilized at
any time via a rocker switch. The Phaser function can be optionally disabled entirely with a
program jumper.

The SS651, SS651MT, LCS653, and LCS653-1 units are designed to allow maximum
versatility in mounting. The control head is remote from the siren amplifier box creating a
compact user interface panel that can be easily mounted under the dashboard. The amplifier
box can then be mounted remotely in the trunk, under the dashboard, under the seat, or
wherever convenient. The SS651MT offers a waterproof switch assembly for motorcycle
and marine applications.

The siren amplifier has been designed with several protection features to provide exceptional
field service. Excessively high voltage detection will disable the siren output to protect both
the amplifier and the speaker. Fused inputs provide safety against reverse polarity. Speaker
protection shuts down the output if the speaker output becomes electrically shorted.
CAUTION: These protection features will not guard against overloading the outputs.

GENERAL INSTALLATION

Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation.

Please read all instructions before installing the unit. Failure to follow these
instructions can cause serious damage to the unit or vehicle and may void
warranties.

Qualifications - The installer must have a firm knowledge of basic electricity,

vehicle electrical systems, and emergency equipment.

Keep these instructions in the vehicle or other safe place for future reference.
Advise the vehicle operator of the location.

Unpacking

Inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any damage is found, alert the
carrier immediately.

Contents

SS651 LCS653 LCS653-1 SS651MT

Amplifier box 1 1 1 1
Wiring pigtail 1 1 1 1
Control head (switch panel) 1 1 1 1
Blue ¼" quick connect terminals 6 6 6 0
Pink ¼" quick connect terminals 0 6 3 0

Please contact your supplier immediately if any components are missing.

Important: Improper installation and/or use of these products may result in

vehicular collision, personal injury and/or death. Star Headlight & Lantern Co.,
Inc., and its subsidiaries shall not be held responsible for damages directly or

indirectly caused by improper installation or use of this product.

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INSTALLER-SELECTABLE OPTIONS

The SS651, SS651MT, LCS653, and LCS653-1 have Phaser Tone Disable and Two­Tone Enable options that can be selected during installation. An internal jumper
on the printed circuit board inside the amplifier case allows the installer to select
these options. These options should be set before installation of the unit.

Phaser Tone Disable – The Phaser function can be completely disabled by
moving one of the option jumpers inside the amplifier unit from "Extra" position
to the "TD" (Tone Disable) position. When Phaser is disabled, the Manual button
(MAN or Phaser) will not have any effect on the tone while the siren is in the Yelp
mode (in WAIL, it will still change the tone to YELP).

Two-Tone Enable - The Two-Tone function can be enabled by moving one of
the option jumpers inside the amplifier unit from "Extra" to the "Two-Tone"
position. When Two-Tone is enabled, a European Two-Tone (HI-LO) sound
will replace the Phaser sound when the MAN or Phaser button is pressed while
the siren is in the Yelp mode. (The tone will toggle between Yelp and Two­Tone each time the MAN or Phaser button is pressed).

If you would like to disable the Phaser or enable Two-Tone, proceed with
Amplifier Cover Removal below. If you do not need to set these options,
proceed to the MOUNTING section on the next page.

Amplifier Cover Removal

Remove the four Philips head screws
located on the side of the amplifier unit.

DO NOT REMOVE THE TWO
RECESSED SCREWS ON THE
UNDERSIDE OF THE AMPLIFIER.

Carefully lift the cover off of the base.

Once the cover is removed, you may
move the necessary jumpers over from
the “Extra” pins.

Top View Bottom View

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MOUNTING

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

For the safety of the installer, vehicle operator, passengers, and the community
please observe the following safety precautions. Failure to follow all safety

precautions and instructions may result in property damage, injury or
death.

AMPLIFIER

The SS651-AMP (used in the SS651, SS651MT, LCS653, and LCS653-1) should be
mounted in a location such as the firewall, under the seat, in the trunk, or in the
saddlebag. DO NOT mount the amplifier in the engine compartment or in an area
that would be allowed direct exposure to weather elements. Choose a mounting
location away from any air bag deployment areas. Assure adequate ventilation to
prevent overheating.

The amplifier unit is provided with four mounting flanges with 1/4" holes. Using
the amplifier unit itself as a template, mark the location of the four mounting holes
to be drilled. Be sure to check for obstructions behind the mounting hole
locations. Drill the four mounting holes and secure the amplifier using appropriate
hardware (not supplied).

MOTORCYCLE/MARINE INSTALLATIONS (SS651MT ONLY!)
This SS651-AMP can be used on a motorcycle or for marine applications by

sealing the case with silicone sealant along the mating edges and around the
wire connector. In order to reduce water entry, the amplifier should be oriented
with the wire connector faced down. Only the waterproof switch assembly
found in the SS651MT (SS651MT-CH) should be used for wet location
operation.

DO NOT mount in air bag deployment area.

Devices should be mounted only in locations listed in
SAE standard J1849.
Controls should be placed within convenient reach of

the driver.
Assure clearances before drilling in vehicle.
Sound levels produced by attached speakers can

cause permanent hearing loss.
Never operate this unit without adequate hearing

protection for you and others in the area.
(OSHA 1910.95)