Whelen CCSRN3 User Manual

ENGINEERING COMPANY INC.

CAUTION

Loud siren noise can cause hearing damage and/or loss.

Refer to OSHA Section 1910.95 prior to putting ANY siren into service!

Wear

Protection!

ACTIVATION OF THIS SIREN MAY DAMAGE UNPROTECTED EARS!

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DANGER! Sirens produce extremely loud emergency warning tones! Exposure to these tones without proper and adequate hearing protection,

could cause ear damage and/or hearing loss! The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (www.osha.gov) provides information necessary to determine safe exposure times in Occupational Noise Exposure Section 1910.95. Until you have determined the safe exposure times for your specific application, operators and anyone else in the immediate vicinity should be required to wear an approved hearing protection device. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS RECOMMENDATION COULD CAUSE HEARING LOSS!

Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices must be properly mounted and wired in order to be effective and safe. Read and follow all of Whelen’s written instructions when installing or using this device. Emergency vehicles are often operated under high speed stressful conditions which must be accounted for when installing all emergency warning devices. Controls should be placed within convenient reach of the operator so that he can operate the system without taking his eyes off the roadway. Emergency warning devices can require high electrical voltages and/or currents. Properly protect and use caution around live electrical connections.Grounding or shorting of electrical connections can cause high current arcing, which can cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage, including fire. Many electronic devices used in emergency vehicles can create or be affected by electromagnetic interference. Therefore, after installation of any electronic device it is necessary to test all electronic equipment simultaneously to insure that they operate free of interference from other components within the vehicle. Never power emergency warning equipment from the same circuit or share the same grounding circuit with radio communication equipment. All devices should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and securely fastened to vehicle elements of sufficient strength to withstand the forces applied to the device. Driver and/or passenger air bags (SRS) will affect the way equipment should be mounted. This device should be mounted by permanent installation and within the zones specified by the vehicle manufacturer, if any. Any device mounted in the deployment area of an air bag will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag and may damage or dislodge the device. Installer must be sure that this device, its mounting hardware and electrical supply wiring does not interfere with the air bag or the SRS wiring or sensors. Mounting the unit inside the vehicle by a method other than permanent installation is not recommended as unit may become dislodged during swerving; sudden braking or collision. Failure to follow instructions can result in personal injury. Whelen assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the use of this warning device. PROPER INSTALLATION COMBINED WITH OPERATOR TRAINING IN THE PROPER USE OF EMERGENCY WARNING DEVICES IS ESSENTIAL TO INSURE THE SAFETY OF EMERGENCY PERSONNEL AND THE PUBLIC.

Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices are intended to alert other operators and pedestrians to the presence and operation of emergency vehicles and personnel. However, the use of this or any other Whelen emergency warning device does not guarantee that you will have the right-of-way or that other drivers and pedestrians will properly heed an emergency warning signal. Never assume you have the right-of-way. It is your responsibility to proceed safely before entering an intersection, driving against traffic, responding at a high rate of speed, or walking on or around traffic lanes. Emergency vehicle warning devices should be tested on a daily basis to ensure that they operate properly. When in actual use, the operator must ensure that both visual and audible warnings are not blocked by vehicle components (i.e.: open trunks or compartment doors), people, vehicles, or other obstructions. It is the user’s responsibility to understand and obey all laws regarding emergency warning devices. The user should be familiar with all applicable laws and regulations prior to the use of any emergency vehicle warning device. Whelen’s audible warning devices are designed to project sound in a forward direction away from the vehicle occupants. However, because sustained periodic exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing loss, all audible warning devices should be installed and operated in accordance with the standards established by the National Fire Protection Association.

Safety First

This document provides all the necessary information to allow your Whelen product to be properly and safely installed. Before beginning the installation and/or operation of your new product, the installation technician and operator must read this manual completely. Important information is contained herein that could prevent serious injury or damage.

• Proper installation of this product requires the installer to have a good understanding of automotive electronics, systems and procedures.

• Whelen Engineering recommends the use of waterproof butt splices and/or connectors if that connector could be exposed to moisture.

• Failure to use specified installation parts and/or hardware will void the product warranty.

• If mounting this product requires drilling holes, the installer MUST be sure that no vehicle components or other vital parts could be damaged by the drilling process. Check both sides of the mounting surface before drilling begins. Also de-burr the holes and remove any metal shards or remnants. Install grommets into all wire passage holes.

• If this manual states that this product may be mounted with suction cups, magnets, tape or Velcro®, clean the mounting surface with a 50/50 mix of isopropyl alcohol and water and dry thoroughly.

• Do not install this product or route any wires in the deployment area of your air bag. Equipment mounted or located in the air bag deployment area will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag, or become a projectile that could cause serious personal injury or death. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for the air bag deployment area. The User/Installer assumes full responsibility to determine proper mounting location, based on providing ultimate safety to all passengers inside the vehicle.

• For this product to operate at optimum efficiency, a good electrical connection to chassis ground must be made. The recommended procedure requires the product ground wire to be connected directly to the NEGATIVE (-) battery post (this does not include products that use cigar power cords).

• If this product uses a remote device for activation or control, make sure that this device is located in an area that allows both the vehicle and the device to be operated safely in any driving condition.

• It is recommended that these instructions be stored in a safe place and referred to when performing maintenance and/or reinstallation of this product.

• FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN

Automotive: Sirens/Switches

DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR VEHICLE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS!

Installation Guide:

CenCom™ Sapphire

Siren/Light Control System

Warnings to Installers

Warnings to Users

For warranty information regarding this product, visit www.whelen.com/warranty

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Table of Contents

Specifications......................................................................................................................... page 3

Installation

CenCom Module ............................................................................................................ page 4

Control Head Mounting .................................................................................................. page 4

Microphone..................................................................................................................... page 4

Wiring

System Power ................................................................................................................ page8

Ignition Sense................................................................................................................. page 8

Outputs........................................................................................................................... page 8

Siren Speaker................................................................................................................. page 8

Radio Rebroadcast......................................................................................................... page 8

Backlighting ....................................................................................................................page8

Programmable Inputs ..................................................................................................... page 8

Park-Kill ......................................................................................................................... page 8

Hands-Free Siren ........................................................................................................... page 8

Control Head Cable........................................................................................................ page 8

CenCom Module Fuses.................................................................................................. page 9

Isolated Relay (Outlet 8)................................................................................................. page 9

Input Expansion Module (Optional) ................................................................................ page 9

Adjustments

Public Address (PA) Volume Adjustment........................................................................ page 9

Radio Repeat Volume Adjustment ................................................................................. page 9

Control Head Default Configuration Tables ........................................................................... page 5

LED Indicators

Traffic Advisor Indicators................................................................................................ page 10

Output Indicators ............................................................................................................ page 10

WC Diagnostic Indicators ............................................................................................... page 10

Illustrations

Bail Strap Mounting ............................................................................................................... page 4

Hands-Free Transfer Relay ................................................................................................... page8

Control Head Cable Strain Relief........................................................................................... page 4

CenCom Module Fusing Information..................................................................................... page 9

Isolated Relay (Outlet 8)........................................................................................................ page 9

Input Expansion Module Pin-Outs ......................................................................................... page 9

Wire Gage Chart.................................................................................................................... page 14

CenCom LED Indicators........................................................................................................ page 10

System Wiring ....................................................................................................................... page 11

CenCom Module Input/Output Wiring Identification............................................................... page 12

Configuration Record............................................................................................................. page 13

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Specifications

General

Input Voltage 12.8 VDC ±20%

Negative Ground Only Main Input Current 80 Amps Max. Main Siren Fuse 20 Amps Stand-by Current (backlight off) Ign.On - 80mA (typ) / Ign.Off - 100 uA (typ) Operating Temperature -30°C to +60°C Storage Temperature -40°C to +70°C Humidity 99% (Non-condensing)

CenCom Module

Wail 725 to 1600 Hz (12 cycles/min.) Yelp 725 to 1600 Hz (180 cycles/min.) Piercer™ 725 to 1600 Hz (800 cycles/min.) Hi/Low 550 & 650 Hz (60 cycles/min.) Airhorn Composite (Constant)

Audio Bandwidth @25 Watts 300 to 10000 Hz ±3db Distortion @25Watts 1% Maximum Output Voltage @15VDC @11 ohms 24Vrms Maximum Speaker Impedance 5.5 Ohms Minimum

Outlet Current

Outlet #1 40 Amps Max. (fused) Outlet #2 20 Amps Max. (fused) Outlet #3 20 Amps Max. (fused) NOTE: Total current of Outlets 1, 2 & 3 not to exceed 50 Amps

Outlet #4 10 Amps Max. (fused) Outlet #5 10 Amps Max. (fused) Outlet #6 10 Amps Max. (fused) Outlet #7 10 Amps Max. (fused) Outlet #8 10 Amps Max. (fused) NOTE: Total current of Outlets 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8 not to exceed 50 Amps

Dimensions (CenCom Module)

Height 3.20 inches Width 8.22 inches Depth 6.74 inches

Dimensions (Control Head)

Height 3.58 inches Width 6.85 inches Depth 1.32 inches

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Installation

Bail Strap Mount

Control head shown for reference-only

CenCom Module

1. Locate a suitable mounting location. A dry, cool compartment is a good choice.

2. Position the CenCom module on the proposed mounting location. Using an awl or similar tool, scribe the mounting surface where the mounting holes are to be drilled. Make sure that this mounting area allows sufficient ventilation for the CenCom module’s air vents and fans.

Caution: As mounting the CenCom module will require drilling, it is absolutely necessary to make sure that no other vehicle components could be damaged in the process. Check both sides of the mounting surface before starting. If damage is likely, select a different mounting location.

3. Remove the module from its mounting area, and using a drill bit sized for a #10 sheet metal screw, drill a hole in each of the areas scribed in the previous step.

4. Return the module to its mounting location. Using #10 x 3/4” sheet metal screws (provided), secure the module onto its mounting surface. Be sure to install a #10 internal tooth lock washer (included) onto each mounting screw. IMPORTANT: The CenCom module case must be either mounted on, or grounded to the vehicle chassis.

Control Head

The following sections will outline the varrious mounting styles available for the assorted CenCom control heads. The applicable mounting styles for each control head are listed on pages 5 thru 7.

Regardless of the style selected, be sure to observe the air bag

warning on the cover of this manual.

Caution: As mounting the control head will require drilling, it is absolutely necessary to make sure that no other vehicle components could be damaged in the process. Check both sides of the mounting surface before starting. If damage is likely, select a different mounting location.

Bail Strap Mount

1. Position the bail strap in the selected mounting location. Using an awl or other suitable tool, scribe the surface where the mounting holes are to be drilled.

2. Drill the mounting holes in the areas scribed in step 1. The size of the

drill bit should be determined by the size of the mounting hardware (#10 sheet metal screw) and thickness of the mounting surface.

3. Using hardware provided (#10 x 3/4” sheet metal screw & #10 internal tooth lockwasher), secure the bail strap to the mounting location.

Note: There are 3 sets of holes on the bail strap for positioning the control head at 3 different heights.

4. With the bail strap in place, insert the #10 x 3/8” hex head bolt into

the assembly hole from the inner side of the bail strap as shown.

5. Place the #10 internal-tooth lock washer and the acorn nut on the protruding bolt on the outer side of the bail strap. Loosely secure the acorn nut to the hex head bolt.

Now slide the control head onto the bolt heads. Once it is in the position that the customer has chosen, and the control head has fully engaged the bolt heads, tighten the acorn nuts until the unit is firmly secured.

A third pair of mounting holes are provided that will enable the control head to be located much closer to the bail strap than the other pairs allow. If this closer location is used, the tips of the bail bracket may be broken off at the notches shown.

Route the control head cable (provided) from the CenCom module to the designated mounting location. Plug this cable securely into the rear of the control head. Be sure to route the cable through either of the two recessed pathways (shown here).This will prevent the cable from being accidentally disconnected or pinched by the control head.

Cntrl Head Cable Strain Releif

Havis Console Mount

The Havis Console mounting kit includes all the necessary hardware needed to secure the control head to the mounting bracket for installation on a Havis Console. Please refer to the manual included with your console for specific information on securing the control head/mounting bracket assembly onto the console.

For installation into consoles by other manufacturers, a control head bracket designed for your console must be obtained from the console manufacturer.

Microphone Mount

A 1/4” microphone port is provided on the front of the Amp/Relay module. After plugging the microphone cord into the microphone port, secure the cord using the cable clamp and #8 x 3/8” machine screw (included with microphone kit).

If the optional 20’ extension cord is used, install this cord as outlined above. Install the mic plug bracket (included with kit) in the desired area using #8 x 1/2” hardware (included). Route the cord to the plug bracket, install the cable end thru the bracket hole and fasten using the hex nut provided. Secure the cord to the bracket using the cable clamp, #8 x 3/8” machine screw and lock washer.

Plate Mount (6 Button w/Slide Switch Only)

Secure the plate to the back of the control head using the #4 x 1/4” hardware provided. Position the control head/plate assembly onto the mounting surface and confirm that this location will not interfere with any existing components or prevent safe operation of the vehicle.

With the control head in place, mark the two mounting holes. Remove the control head/plate assembly and drill the mounting holes using a bit sized for #6 sheet metal screw. De-burr the mounting holes and secure the control head/plate assembly using the #6 x 1/2” hardware provided.

Default Control Head Configurations

The default operating configurations for the control heads available for the CenCom Sapphire are listed in the following section.

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Control

PB3PB

Description

PB 1

PB 2

PB 3

PB 4

PB 5

PB 6

PB 7

PB 8

PB 9

PB 10

PB 11

PB 12

PB 13

PB 14

PB 15

PB 16

PB 17

PB 18

SL 0

SL 1

SL 2

SL 3

Rebroadcast radio output through siren speaker. Activates Horn Relay

Stand-by Mode, but Horn Ring or MAN button can activate the siren and be used to cycle through the Hands-Free buffer. Activates Horn Relay.

Broadcasts the WAIL tone. Activates Horn Relay.

Broadcasts the YELP tone. Activates Horn Relay.

Broadcasts the PIERCER tone. Activates Horn Relay.

Initiates MANUAL tone. Applies OVERRIDE tone. Can cycle tones for Hands Free.

Broadcasts the AIRHORN Tone.

Cycles through Traffic Advisor (Left, Right, Split, Off) states.

Cycles through three available Traffic Advisor flash patterns and Off.

Activates Output 9.

Activates Horn Relay.

Activates Output 10.

Activates Output 4.

Activates Output 5.

Activates Output 6.

Activates Output 7.

Activates Output 8.

Stops All Siren and T/A functions.

Activates Output 1.

Activates Output 1 + 2.

Activates Output 1 + 2 + 3.

Default

Function

STBY

RAD

WAIL

YELP

MAN

DIR

FLSH

AUX1

AUX2

SW14

SW15

SW16

SW17

OFF

1SL0

SL2SL

Clears all siren operations. Activates Horn Relay.