Star Headlight & Lantern RSK996P User Manual
# of Total
Joules
REMOTE STROBE PACKS
Models RP966, and RP996
Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions
Model Heads Watts per Side Amps
RP966 6 60 20.7J 7.8A
RP996 6 90 31.1J 9.4A
PLITSTR355 REV. A 8/16/06
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NOTICE
SAFETY WARNINGS 1
MOUNTING 2
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS 3-9
PATTERN SELECTION 8
STATUS LED 10
CONNECTING THE REMOTE HEADS 11
TROUBLESHOOTING 12-13
SERVICE & WARRANTY 14
Table of Contents
IMPORTANT: Please read all of the following instructions before installing your new
strobe system. This instruction sheet applies only to the models listed.
4 CAUTION: All of our remote power supplies are polarity sensitive. They are polarity
protected only if the appropriate fuse is used. All wires connected to the positive
terminal of the battery should be fused at the battery for their rated load. Testing the
system before this fuse is properly installed will void the warranty on the light.
4 Opening or tampering with your remote power supply will void the warranty.
The remote power supply must be mounted against a smooth metal surface in a dry
location. Water damage to the power supply will also void the warranty. Typical
mounting locations of your power supply include the interior firewall, beneath the seat
of a truck, or inside a large toolbox.
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. Star
Headlight & Lantern Co., 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. Star Headlight & Lantern Co., 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.
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Mount the pack on a smooth metal surface to allow for adequate heat dissipation. Do not
Mounting
mount the pack near any external heat source, as this will retard its ability to dissipate heat
sufficiently. Mount the pack using four bolts (not included). When mounting, make sure a
good electrical connection exists between the mounting plate and the vehicle chassis. This
will help to eliminate any RF interference.
3
" DIA.
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When mounting the power pack and accessories, please be sure to
keep any radio frequency sensitive equipment at least 20” from the
power pack, cables, and/or wires which make up your strobe system.
The pack has been designed to limit RFI emissions, but certain very
sensitive equipment may still be affected. Symptoms may include,
but are not limited to, sporadic ope ration and degraded performance.
Star Headlight & Lantern Co., Inc. cannot assume any responsibility
for any radio frequency induced malfunction or damage to any
radios, sirens, lightbars, or any other equipment mounted within 20”
of this strobe system. Any antennae mounted in the proximity of the
system may cause your radio to suffer the aforementioned results.
1
5
"
2
1
2
"
2
PATTERN
SELECT
P
A
I
-
B
15
I
+
C
FUSE
POWER
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R
+
+
+
ENABLE
STATUS
STAR-PAK
STROBE POWER SUPPLY
RP966/RP996
POS 1
POS 2
1-2 3-4 5-6
3
4
" 4
4
1
"
4
STROBE HEADS
A B C
POS 1 1+2 3+4 5+6
HI
POS 2 1_4 5+6
LOW
Wiring
R
STAR-PAK
STROBE POWER SUPPLY
RP966/RP996
POS 1
POS 2
3-41-2 5-6
STROBE HEADS
A
POS 1 1+2 3+4 5+6
HI
POS 2
1 _4 5+6
LOW
HIGH/LOW - HEAD
SELECT JUMPER
B
C
PATTERN
SELECT
+
A
I
P
B
15
-
+
C
I
+
+
FUSE
POWER
ENABLE
STROBE
OUTLETS
STATUS
POWER
PLUG
ENABLE
PLUG
POWER Plug
The power plug is included with
your power pack and comes
complete with an 8-12” wiring
harness. This will be connected to
the outlet on your pack labeled
POWER.
POWER PLUG FOR
RP966 AND RP996
Red = Power
Black = Ground
White = Pattern Select
PLUG
POWER
ENABLE Plug
These strobe packs also utilize
another plug, identical to the Power
Plug, which plugs into the jack
labeled ENABLE. The connection
ENABLE PLUG FOR
RP966 AND RP996
of the ENABLE wires will allow you
to set the pack up in a number of
different configurations. Here are
the different configurations you
may choose from when installing
the RP966 and RP996 packs:
• All 6 Heads On and Off Together (High Power Only)
Wire Jumper Set For Jumper Set For
Color 3-Pair Head Select High/Low Option
Red = Enable Heads 5 & 6 Enable Heads 5 & 6
Black = Enable Heads 3 & 4 Enable Heads 1, 2, 3, & 4
White = Enable Heads 1 & 2 High/Low Option Switching
• All 6 Heads On and Off Together (Low Power Only)
• All 6 Heads On and Off Together (High/Low switching Option)
• 2-Heads/4-Heads Separate Activation (High Power Only)
• 2-Heads/4-Heads Separate Activation (Low Power Only)
• 2-Heads/4-Heads Separate Activation (High/Low Switching Option)
• 3-Pair Separate Activation (High Power Only)
Decide which configuration will work best for you, set your jumper accordingly (see next
page), and proceed to the appropriate section to connect the wires from the POWER and
ENABLE connectors.
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PLUG
ENABLE
Setting the High/Low – Head Select Jumper
If you wish to activate three separate pairs of heads i
ndependently of each other,
If you would like to utilize both high and low power, or you will be activating
all 6 of
The RP966 and RP996 remote strobe packs allow you to choose whether you would prefer
to have the ability to switch three pairs of heads On/Off separately OR if you would like the
ability to switch between High and Low power, switching two heads separate from the other
four heads. Prior to installation, you should decide which setting will work best for you, and
set the jumper appropriately.
leave the Head Select - High/Low Jumper in the 3 -Pair Head Select position (default)
shown below. The jumper should be on the left two pins, closest to the edge of the
pack. The ENABLE wires will function as follows:
White = Enable Heads 1 & 2
Black = Enable Heads 3 & 4
Red = Enable Heads 5 & 6
your strobe heads together with one On/Off switch, or if you will be activating two
heads independently of the other four heads and do not need to operate three different
pairs of heads, the jumper should be moved to the right two pins, towards the center of
the pack. This will allow you to switch one pair of heads on one switch, the other four
heads on another switch, and select high or low power on a third switch. The ENABLE
wires will function as follows:
Black = Enable Heads 1, 2, 3, & 4
Red = Enable Heads 5, & 6
White = High/Low Option Switching
LEFT POSITION
RIGHT POSITION
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GROUND
All Heads On and Off Together (High Power Only)
(This setup is typically used for most “On/Off” applications)
For this set up, only one On/Off switch (not included) is necessary.
1. Connect the black wire from the POWER connector to a good chassis ground.
2. Connect all three wires (red, black, and white) from the ENABLE plug and the red wire
from the POWER connector to a +12VDC power source through your On/Off switch.
3. The white wire from the POWER connector will be left unconnected for now. Once your
system is installed, the white wire will be used to program the flash pattern. Proceed to
the Pattern Selection section on page 8.
RP966/RP996
All Heads Activate Together
High Power Only
(Set Jumper in
High/Low Option Position)
WHITE
ENABLE
CONNECTOR
POWER
CONNECTOR
All Heads On and Off Together (Low Power Only)
For this set up, only one On/Off switch (not included) is necessary.
1. Connect the black wire from the POWER connector and the white wire from your
ENABLE plug to a good chassis ground.
2. Connect the red and black wires from the ENABLE plug and the red wire from the
POWER connector to a +12VDC power source through your On/Off switch.
3. The white wire from the POWER connector will be left unconnected for now. Once your
PLUGS
BLACK
INTO
POWER
PAK
RED
RED
PLUGS
BLACK
INTO
POWER
PAK
WHITE
Pattern Select:
Touch and release to +12VDC
to set pattern then tape off
SP3860-1-15 LIGHTED SWITCH PANEL
GOOD
CHASSIS
GROUND
RED
ON
3
232
1
1
OFF
SW1
(REAR VIEW)
FUSE
15 AMP
CONNECT TO +12 VDC
BLACK
GOOD
CHASSIS
system is installed, the white wire will be used to program the flash pattern. Proceed to
the Pattern Selection sect ion on page 8.
All Heads Activate Together
ENABLE
CONNECTOR
POWER
CONNECTOR
RP966/RP996
Low Power Only
(Set Jumper in
High/Low Option Position)
WHITE
PLUGS
BLACK
INTO
POWER
PAK
RED
RED
PLUGS
BLACK
INTO
POWER
PAK
WHITE
Pattern Select:
Touch and release to +12VDC
to set pattern then tape off
GOOD
CHASSIS
GROUND
SP3860-1-15 LIGHTED SWITCH PANEL
ON
3
3
2
2
1
1
(REAR VIEW)
OFF
SW1
GOOD
CHASSIS
GROUND
RED
FUSE
15 AMP
BLACK
CONNECT TO +12 VDC
GOOD
CHASSIS
GROUND
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