MasterCom B Series Installation Guide
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1. INSTALLATION amp OPERATION MANUAL 3890 SERIES MASTERCOM SIREN Code 3 Inc a subsidiary of Public Safety Equipment Inc VIINECODE 3 BLIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT MISTERON SIRENS AND CONTROLS Contents IO CO CU OI ei Sea dnek 2 Standard Features nennen 2 Unpacking amp Pre Installation 4 Installation amp Mounting aaa 5 Set Up and Adjustment aaa 8 CT ANON aanrennen hedde 11 Maintenance naaa aaa 13 Troubleshooting entente meae 14 Parts List Replacement Parts Exploded View 16 NMG Diagram eneen a a a aa 20 External Ignition Lead Relay 21 Common MIC Option aaa 22 OPUONS aeoiee A A teeta a ENE 23 SpecifiCatiONS semen a aaa aa 23 NOIES an naaa An naaa nana aaa ana 25 Waran a a a a aa 26 z Read all instructions and warnings before installing and using IMPORTANT NES SS ee This manual must be delivered to the end user of this equipment Introduction The enhanced 3890 series siren is an improved series of electronic sirens that has been designed to meet the needs of all emergency vehicles This series of sirens incorporates the popular packaging and features of the original Mastercom siren with microprocessor based circuitry and MOSFET technology Most of the original Mastercom features are available along with many new added features that are not available on any other Code 3 s2. This position produces the Yelp tone Pushing the MANUAL button will now produce the Manual wail tone and ramp up until released If the AIRHORN button is pushed the Airhorn sound will be produced The siren can be scrolled from this position as decribed above HI LO This position produces the Hi Lo tone Pushing the MANUAL button will now produce the HyperLo tone for 7 seconds If the AIRHORN button is pushed the Airhorn sound will be produced and when released will return siren to Hi Lo The siren cannot be scrolled from this position Push to Talk PTT Microphone Switch Keying the microphone will automatically override whatever mode the siren is in and broadcast public address messages over the siren speaker PTT operates in all positions of the Selector switch MANUAL Pushbutton Momentary Switch Has no effect when the selector switch is in RADIO produces the effects described above for each selector position AIR HORN Pushbutton Momentary Switch Produces the Air Horn tone in all selector switch settings except RADIO SLIDE SWITCH The slide switch located between the AIR HORN and MANUAL buttons selects the function for the REMOTE external switch circuitry When in the Scroll mode this switch has no effect unless in STANDBY or the Hi Lo position When this is the case the switch functions as follows When the switch is to the right the Horn Ring circuitry remotely depresses the AIR HORN button and it produces the effec
3. 2 or Levels 2 amp 3 User selectable 10 Amps maximum connected load 24 For Technical assistance phone 314 426 2700 and then press option 2 when you hear the recording For Technical Service direct FAX 314 429 2962 or www code3pse com Please have model number and the serial number of the unit handy before calling Model number 394 L Serial Number NOTES 25 VVARRANTY Code 3 Inc s emergency devices are tested and found to be operational at the time of manufacture Provided they are installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer s recommendations Code 3 Inc guarantees all parts and components except the lamps to a period of 1 year unless otherwise expressed from the date of purchase or delivery whichever is later Units demonstrated to be defective within the warranty period will be repaired or replaced at the factory service center at no cost Use of lamp or other electrical load of a wattage higher than installed or recommended by the factory or use of inappropriate or inadequate wiring or circuit protection causes this warranty to become void Failure or destruction of the product resulting from abuse or unusual use and or accidents is not covered by this warranty Code 3 Inc shall in no way be liable for other damages including consequential indirect or special damages whether loss is due to negligence or breach of warranty CODE 3 INC MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING WITHOU
4. 35 36 37 Fish Paper Gasket Spacer Transistor Insulating Pad 4 40 Nylon Insert Stop Nut Microphone Jack Option Siren Amp Circuit Board Models 3892 3892L4 3892L6 Circuit Board Standoff 6 32 Rd Hd Phil Machine Screw Lamp Miniature 14VDC Lighting Pushbutton Actuator Models 3892L4 Models 3892L6 Model 3892 Lighting Circuit Board Models 3892L4 Lighting Circuit Board Models 3892L6 E Tray Pemserted Tinnerman Clip Label Set Chassis Mounting Bail Acorn Nut 8 32 x 5 8 Hex Hd Machine Screw Backplate 17 T01363 T08659 T06363 T03594 T06147 T50002 T05172 T01030 T10805 T03540 T50005 T50004 T03100 T01058 T10859 55133 T08660 T00183 T00763 N eo OO 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 Model 3892 Model 3892L4 Model 3892L6 Airbag Warning Label 1 4 Internal Tooth Star Lock Washer 12 Flat Washer C Bolt 1 4 20 Internal Harness 6 x 3 8 Hex Hd Sheet Metal Screw Fuse Blade Type Term 10A Fuse Blade Type Term 20A 8 32 Kep Nut 18 71332 71328 T08658 T09937 T06935 T01295 T06138 T10920 T01031 T06313 T01031 T00674 Figure 4 Installer Please record model number and serial number on page 25 For technical assistance see page 25 FOR PROPER CONNECTIONS TO THE REEN PLUGS SEE PAGES 5 TO 8 A AUXI R OUTPUTS AN F LD BE FUSEC gi f M X
5. I 7 UNLI IHERVVISE SPECI HORN SD RE EHICLE CONNECTIO HORN RIN AUILLIARY 7 dc IES A B D E F C TIMED SW C NO i el UTBUT N CI A A TU ML LIGHTBAR S Li TCH VLA CONNEC UTILIZE INTERNAL ORN RELAY OR CONNECT TC EXTERNAL SWITCH J H GA WIRE a SEE LABEL ABOVE SPEAKER Kf E NALS F RATING OF UNIT 58W SPEAKER CONNECTIONS 1 S a RF l ADDITIONAL 100W SPEAKER INTERCLEAR OPTI IF OPTION IS SPECIFIEE I A RARI CI PEAKER oe e SV H oe H LIGHT SWITCH ITION ITCH Figure 4 20 External Ignition Lead Relay for 45757 0M 3890 Series Siren Systems DESCRIPTION Normal installation procedure requires the siren s 12VDC power connection to be connected to the vehicle s ignition circuit so that the ignition key must be in the on position for the system to operate In cases where vehicle security is a consideration it may be desirable to connect the siren system directly to the vehicle s battery in order to allow the siren and lighting control to be operated with the vehicle s ignition switch in the off position This requires that the siren s 12VDC power connection be routed through the normally closed NC contacts of a SPDT relay user supplied This is easily accomplished using the wiring method described below OPERATION Refer to the appropriate user instruction manual for details on the configuration and operation of the MasterCOM Siren System WIRING
6. REFER TO PAGE 6 FOR PROPER PHASING HIGH RATE OF A HIGH VOLTAGE TO SIREN A CHECK VEHICLE SPEAKER FAILURE B 58 WATT SPEAKER CONNECTED TO 100 WATT TAP 58 WATT NOT CHARGING SYSTEM B USE CORRECT ALLOWED SPEAKER SIREN CONTINUES A HIT N GO FEATURE ENGAGED TO OPERATE FOR NORMAL OPERATION 7 SEC AFTER MANUAL BUTTON HORN RING IS RELEASED A CHECK FOR INTERCLEAR WILL NOT A THERE IS A SHORT IN THE SHORTS INSTALL POWER AUXILIARY WIRING OR THE LOAD IS INTERCLEAR DEVICES IF OPTION IS INSTALLED GREATER THAN 1 A BOOSTER KIT PART INTBS P A VOLUME LOW OR NO P A AT ALL VOLUME CONTROL FULLY CLOCKWISE A DEFECTIVE MICROPHONE B MAXIMUM P A VOLUME TRIMMER MISADJUSTED SEE SET UP AND ADJUSTMENT SECTION C MICROPHONE NOT COMPLETELY PLUGGED IN D COMMON MICROPHONE CIRCUIT NOT PROPERLY VVIRED E INCORRECT MICROPHONE A REPLACE MICROPHONE B REFER TO SET UP AND ADJUSTMENT SECTION C PLUG MICROPHONE IN SECURELY D CHECR VVIRING 14 TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to vviring diagram page 20 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY RRB VOLUME LOVV OR NO RRB AT ALL VOLUME CONTROL FULLY CLOCRVVISE A MAXIMUM RADIO REBROADCAST TRIMMER MIS ADJUSTED B RRB VVIRES NOT CONNECTED TO TWO WAY RADIO EXTERNAL SPEAKER A REFER TO SET UP AND ADJUSTMENT SECTION B CHECK RRB CONNECTIONS SIREN SOUNDS BY ITSELF A REMOTE SWITCH HORN RING WIRING FROM T
7. block Recommend using a screwdriver with a 1 8 wide blade with a 6 shaft such as an Xcelite C R186 or equivalent rather than a 4 1 2 adjustment screwdriver to ensure proper torque on the screws Tighten the set screw and proceed to the next connection Should you ever have to remove the unit pull the terminal block straight out It will unplug from the unit leaving the wiring in place Larger vvires and tight connections vvill provide longer service life for components For high current wires it is highly recommended that terminal blocks or soldered connections be used with shrink tubing to protect the connections Do not use insulation displacement connectors e g 3M Scotchlock type connectors Route wiring using grommets and sealant when passing through compartment walls Minimize the number of splices to reduce voltage drop High ambient temperatures e g underhood will significantly reduce the current carrying capacity of wires fuses and circuit breakers Use SXL type wire in engine compartment All wiring should conform to the minimum wire size and other recommendations of the manufacturer and be protected from moving parts and hot surfaces Looms grommets cable ties and similiar installation hardware should be used to anchor and protect all wiring Fuses or circuit breakers should be located as close to the power takeoff points as possible and properly sized to protect the wiring and devices Particular attention should be pai
8. connect two 100w speakers in parellel No HI Low Siren Tones wail and yelp tones are in some cases such as in the state of California the only recognized siren tones for calling for the right of way Instant Yelp This porduct is provided with an INSTANT YELP feature which allows the user to select the YELP tone instantly by depressing the vehicles s horn switch Remote MIC Jack A plug in microphone jack in lieu of the standard wired in microphone may be specified A plug in noise anceling microphone p n T07309 must be ordered seperately if needed LightAlert L4 and L6 Models Only An audible alarm pulse that indicates that either the primary warning system or one of the auxiliary control circuits is on User defeatable InterClear This unique feature can be used to activate additional warning lights for 7 seconds when in an Hit N Go override or scrolling by pushing a single button or the vehicle horn ring thus allowing an additional level of warning in situations such as intersections without the operator having to take his hands off the wheel or his eyes off the road InterClear Booster Kit part intbs Increases interclear option s output capability for loads greater than 1 amp Custom Engraving CUSENG The lower portion of the faceplate can be engraved with department name or other information Air Horn only This option disables the primary and secondary siren tones while still enabling the Air horn tone
9. each for a combined total of 30 Amps Install appropriate fuses in each output wire as close to the siren as possible SW D Connect to the load to be controlled by Auxiliary Switch D SW B Connect to the load to be controlled by Auxiliary Switch B SW C NO Connect to the load to be controlled by the normally open contact on Auxiliary Switch RC SW C NC Connect to the load to be controlled by the normally closed contact on Auxiliary Switch Cn SW C COM Common or power feed for Auxiliary Switch C Terminals are a SPDT circuit that may be connected as a momentary or timed momentary with option ignition controlled circuit or used for switching auxiliary circuits It will Handle 10 Amps and should be protected with a fuse at the battery if individually fed Can also be connected to a ground source if the load on SWC NO or SWC NC is already connected to a 12V source and needs a ground input to activate it SW F L6 models only Connect to the load to be controlled by Auxiliary Switch F SW A Connect to the load to be controlled by Auxiliary Switch A SW E L6 models only Connect to the load to be controlled by Auxiliary Switch E HORN RING Connect to the wire coming from the vehicle horn switch at the steering wheel HORN Connect to the vehicle horn or vehicle horn ring relay REMOTE Connect to the Remote terminal on the Siren Amplifier Connector Lighting Models Only L versions H8 GAUGE RED VVIRE PI
10. most familiar to existing Mastercom users The siren tones will be deactivated when the vehicle is in PARR if the PKILL feature has been connected To test the siren tones the vehicle must not be in PARK The following assumes that PKILL has not been activated Switch Operation Hit N Go Mode Selected Function Selector Switch Center Knob RADIO In the RADIO position the audio from the 2 way radio is rebroadcast over the siren speaker The siren tones Wail Yelp amp Hi Lo do not operate in this position In addition power is routed to the two way radio via the RPWR pin on the rear panel connector The EXPWR pin must be wired to the battery positive and the two way radio power connected to the RPWR pin STANDBY This is the standby mode If the MANUAL button is depressed and the vehicle is not in PARK the Manual wail tone will ramp up until it reaches a peak then ramp down when released If the AIR HORN button is depressed the Air Horn sound will be produced WAIL This position produces the Wail tone Depressing the MANUAL button or activating the remote input will now produce the Yelp tone for 7 seconds Depressing the AIR HORN button will produce the Air Horn sound and when released will return siren to Wail tone YELP This position produces the Yelp tone Pushing the MANUAL button or activating the remote input will now produce the HyperYelp tone for 7 seconds If the AIRHORN button is pushed the Airhorn sound
11. reduce power consumption while vehicle is not moving If it is not desired to have level 3 drop out this switch should be set to the OFF position on the dip switch This will not defeat the PKILL feature on the siren but will defeat the level 3 DROP out Siren Mode Selector Slide Switch The siren has two distinct modes Hit N Go and Scroll Set rear panel slide switch to the desired mode by sliding left or right See operation section for detailed opertion in each mode Push Button Conversion L models only Switches A F can be set up as momentary only on while pushed or push on push off They can be converted as follows Switch with Grasp pin pin intact at this end 1 Disconnect all connectors and wiring to unit Remove siren from the vehicle if it is installed 2 Remove the screw holding the rear cover plate to the siren tray 3 Remove the 4 screws holding the bezel to the extrusion 4 Slide the front panel tray assembly forward out of the Rotate pin Lift pin extrusion tovvard front of out and switch store for 5 Grasp the rear edge of the Power Distribution Circuit further Board on top slide it back and lift it free from the 4 Figure 3 use standoff fasteners holding it to the lovver circuit board Caution The circuit board is still attached See steps 6 amp 7 below 6 Note the orientation of the circuit board four pin connector and remove 7 Do the same with the lighting level
12. will be produced and when released will return the siren to Yelp HI LO This position produces the Hi Lo tone Pushing the MANUAL button or activating the remote input will now produce the HyperLo tone for 7 seconds If the AIRHORN button is pushed the Airhorn sound will be produced and when released will return siren to Hi Lo Push to Talk PTT Microphone Switch Keying the microphone will automatically override whatever mode the siren is in and broadcast public address messages over the siren speaker PTT operates in all positions of the Selector switch MANUAL Pushbutton Momentary Switch Has no effect when the selector switch is in RADIO produces the effects described above for each selector position AIR HORN Pushbutton Momentary Switch Produces the Air Horn tone in all selector switch settings except RADIO SLIDE SWITCH The slide switch located between the AIR HORN and MANUAL buttons selects the function for the REMOTE external switch circuitry When the switch is to the right the Horn Ring circuitry remotely depresses the AIR HORN button and it produces the effects outlined above When the slide switch is to the left it allows the REMOTE circuitry to remotely depress the MANUAL pushbutton This causes the effects described above to occur 11 Switch Operation Scroll Mode Selected The Scroll mode is designed to allow the user to scroll through all the tones including Airhorn by utilizing the Remote input on t
13. 1 provides 12 volts at Level 1 terminal Switch position 2 provides 12 volts at terminals 1 and 2 Switch position 3 provides 12 volts at terminals 1 2 and 3 SET UP AND ADJUSTMENT All of the adjustments except MAXIMUM P A ADJUSTMENT and set up switches are accessible from the rear of the unit Make these adjustments and position the set up switches prior to placing the unit inside their bail bracket see wiring diagram page 20 Audio Adjustments Radio Rebroadcast Adjustment Place the selector switch in the RADIO position The trimmer located on the rear panel of the siren sets the maximum level RRB will reach with the knob fully clockwise To adjust properly set the volume knob fully clockwise and adjust the trimmer such that normal two way radio volume inside the vehicle produces the desired volume outside the vehicle Maximum P A Volume Adjustment This trimmer located on the front panel next to the volume control knob sets the maximum level that the P A volume will reach with the front panel VOLUME control in the fully clockwise position To adjust properly set the front panel volume control fully clockwise and adjust the trimmer while keying the microphone until the maximum volume out of the speaker is such that there is no feedback and is intelligible See Figure 1 JUMPER INSTALLATION FOR JUMPER INSTALLATION FOR POSITIVE REMOTE ENABLE NEGATIVE REMOTE ENABLE DETAIL A Remote Input The remote input can be confi
14. ERGENCY PERSONNEL AND THE PUBLIC Features The enhanced 3890 series sirens consist of integrated controls and amplifier in a single package with 4 and 6 circuit lighting controls available as well The models are as follows 3892 Primary Tones Wail Yelp Hi Lo Air Horn Secondary Tones HyperYelp HyperLo 3892L4 L6 Primary Tones Wail Yelp Hi Lo Air Horn Secondary Tones HyperYelp HyperLo 4 or 6 auxillary lighting controls 3894L6S same features as 3892L6 vvith an Switch E Switch A addation of a rear panel connector to Horn Ring Switch F Switch B a single microphone system Slide Switch Switch D The following features are standard in the new N style 3890 series tones and sequences may manoa amor LT 9 differ by model number W Instant On There is no ON OFF switch Selecting any siren function or keying the microphone will activate the PA RRB siren assuming the siren is connected directly to a non Manual Air Rotary Max PA Velume ignition switched source of 12V Horn Selector Volume Control Push buttons Switch Adjust Switch SirenLock L4 and L6 Models Only An interlock circuit Figure 1 Control Panel between the siren and the light control circuits that permits automatic siren tones only when the progressive switch is in Level 3 or in Level 2 or 3 user selectable works in conjunction with the horn transfer relay This feature is used in jurisdictions that require warning lights to be on
15. ERMINAL REMOTE SHORTING TO POSITIVE OR TO GROUND EARTH A CHECK WIRING FOR ANY SHORTING POWER DISTRIBUTION A SUPPLY FUSE OPEN B SIREN NEGATIVE TERMINAL A REPLACE FUSE B RECONNECT S NOT GROUNDED NEGATIVE TERMINAL TO GROUND SIREN RUNS A VEHICLE CIRCUIT BREAKERS A REFER TO PROPERLY BUT SHUTS NOT RATED PROPERLY AND ARE SPECIFICATIONS DOWN WHILE OVERHEATING OR ARE NOT SECTION PAGE 18 RUNNING THEN STARTS RUNNING AGAIN AFTER A FEW MINUTES FUNCTIONING PROPERLY USE A BREAKER WITH 1 25x THE AMPERAGE RATING FOR THE WATTAGE BEING USED 15 Parts List Ref No 1 Oo OO N O A A O MN Description SEE FIGURE 4 PAGE 19 6 x 1 2 Pan Hd Phil Sheet Metal Screw Bezel 4 40 x 3 8 Pan Hd Phil Machine Screw Selector Knob Selector Knob Insert 4 40 x 3 8 Flat Hd Phil Machine Screw Switch Knob Molded Guide Faceplate Label Model 3892 Model 3892L4 Model 3892L6 Faceplate Horizontal Rotary Switch Volume Control Knob 3 8 32 x 1 2 x 090 Nut Custom Label Window Models 3892L4 Models 3892L6 Strain Relief Models 3892 3892L4 3892L6 Microphone Wired Models 3892 3892L4 3892L6 Microphone Plug in 16 Part No Qty T02797 T03542 T06937 T03537 T03538 T01011 T01917 T01916 T06997 T06996 T06995 T08657 T01116 T03536 T01082 T03539 T07310 T07311 T07309 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34
16. GTAIL provides povver to the 3 Level progressive lighting outputs only The wire can be ordered with an optional connector to allow for convenient removal The connector should be soldered to each wire NOT crimped This connection is designed to provide 50 amp service and therefore nothing smaller than 8 guage wire should be connected to it The circuit breaker used should be sized for the actual load of the lighting used and located as close to the battery positive as possible For quick disconnection option on 8 AWG wire see lighting switch connector on page 23 4 Position Screw type Terminal Block Connector Important The total combined current for the auxillary outputs A B D on L4 models and A B D E F on L6 models must not exceed 30 Amps total 12VAUX Connect to the positive terminal of the battery with 30 Amp circuit protection Locate the fuse or circuit breaker at the battery and use 10 gauge wire minimum This terminal powers switches A B and D on L4 models and A B D E and F on L6 models and also supplied power to the siren lock amp light alert circuits on both models LEVEL 1 Connect to the first level of warning lights Green LED position 1 on level switch LEVEL 2 Connect to the second level of warning lights Yellow LED position 2 on level switch LEVEL 3 Connect to the third level of warning lights Red LED position 3 on level switch NOTE LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 switch progressively Switch position
17. Radio Rebroadcast and PA outputs The promary warning and auxiliary lighting controls remain uneffected Specifications Siren Section Input Voltage 10 to 16 VDC negative ground earth Note Operation above 15 VDC for an extended period of time may result in speaker damage Operating Current 8 Amps 13 6V with 11 ohm load 100 W Spkr For optional 200 Watt operation 14 Amps 13 6V with 5 5 ohm load 2 100 W Spkr Note There is no 58 Watt speaker connection available Standby Current 12 mA excluding backlighting Cycle Rate WAIL 11 cycles minute YELP 200 cycles minute Voltage Output approx 64 V peak to peak Audio Section Audio Response 3 dB down points 500 to 3000 hz 1000 hz 0 dB Reference Audio Distortion 10 or less below clipping 23 Lighting Section L Models Only Warning Light Control Progressive switching 3 levels Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 50 Amps maximum combined total to 8 wire Audible alarm optional 30A maximum Green LED Indication 30A maximum Yellow LED Indication 30A maximum Red LED indication Auxiliary Control SPST Aux Switches A B C D E F Accessory Switch operation Push on off convertible to momentary operation Independent circuits 4 L4 6 L6 30 Amps maximum combined total 20 Amps maximum load for any single output A B C D E or F Green LED indication Audible alarm optional Horn Transfer Relay SPDT Activated in Level
18. T LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF FITNESS OR MERCHANTABILITY WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT PRODUCT RETURNS If a product must be returned for repair or replacement please contact our factory to obtain a Return Goods Authorization Number RGA number before you ship the product to Code 3 Inc Write the RGA number clearly on the package near the mailing label Be sure you use sufficient packing materials to avoid damage to the product being returned while in transit Code 3 Inc reserves the right to repair or replace at its discretion Code 3 Inc assumes no responsibility or liability for expenses incurred for the removal and or reinstallation of products requiring service and or repair nor for the packaging handling and shipping nor for the handling of products return to sender after the service has been rendered PROBLEMS OR QUESTIONS CALL OUR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE HOTLINE 314 996 2800 CODE 3 Public Safety Equipment Inc PUBLIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT INC Public Safety Equipment Inc 10986 N Warson Road St Louis Missouri 63114 2029 USA Ph 314 426 2700 Fax 314 426 1337 www code3pse com Code 3 is a registered trademark of Code 3 Inc a subsidiary of Public Safety Equipment Inc ooePeblie Saiety equipment nc Pantedin USA
19. TE All switches have their own individual LED indicating that the circuit is On All switches will activate the LightAlert feature if it is supplied LightAlert The LightAlert option will produce an audible beep on a periodic basis if the Warning Light Switch or any of the Auxiliary Switches are on A rear accessible circuit board mounted DIP switch is provided to defeat this option SirenLock The SirenLock when not defeated by means of a rear panel accessible switch allows siren tones Wail Yelp and Hi Lo to be produced only when the Warning Light Switch is in the Lighting Level 2 Green and Yellow LED s or Lighting Level 3 Green Yellow and Red LED s position switch selectable via a rear panel accessible switch Air Horn Radio Rebroadcast and Public Address are unaffected by this option MAINTENANCE Your Code 32 3890 series siren has been designed to provide trouble free service In case of difficulty see Troubleshooting page 14 15 Also check for shorted or open wires The primary cause of short circuits has been found to be wires passing through firewalls roofs etc If further difficulty persists contact the factory for troubleshooting advice or return instructions Public Safety Equipment Inc maintains a complete parts inventory and service facility at the factory and will repair or replace at the factory s option any unit found to be defective under normal use and in warranty Any attempt to service a unit in warrant
20. The basic connections are shown in Fig 1 below Please note that other equivalent relays and vehicles of different makes and models may require slightly different connections Mount and wire the siren amplifier in compliance with the instructions in the user manual Read and comply with all safety warnings Refer to the vehicle manufacturer s wiring diagram to determine the location and wire color of the start circuit Securely mount the external relay Use the appropriate wire size as indicated in Fig 1 and insure that all wiring is properly terminated and secured in a manner that does not interfere with other systems within the vehicle 12VDC FROM BATTERY ain BOSCH 0 332 204 150 OR EQUIVALENT 20A FUSE TO SIREN 12VDC Il cs I QUICKSLIDE CONNECTOR l NO 87 USER SUPPLIED TO VEHICLE START CIRCUIT R LB WIRE ON FORD CROWN VIC WIRE SIZE 18 AWG GROUND External relay wiring to allow electronic siren and lighting control to operate directly from vehicle battery vehicle ignition OFF and provide ignition reset to siren during vehicle restart Fig 6 21 T T CUSTOMER SUPPLIED DOUBLE POLE DOUBLE THROW DP DT RELAY COMMON MIC OPTION FIGURE 7 22 Options Lighting Switch Connector Connectors which when soldered to the 8 wire and the user supplied power wire offers quick disconnect service 200W Speaker Output An optional 200 watt version is available This enables the user to
21. before the siren is activated Park Kill This feature deactivates the siren tones when the vehicle is shifted into park Once PKILL is activated the siren will remain deactivated until an action occurs such as moving the selector switch to STANDBY returning lighting level switch to position one or keying the microphone Any action will enable the siren tones to function again with the exception of the auxillary lighting pushbuttons On lighting models this also drops out the Level 3 lighting output for a power down mode when in park Adjustable Backlighting Backlighting is independent of siren power Allows connecting to dimmer if desired Radio Power Allows user to power the two way radio from the siren when the ignition is OFF Automatic Short Circuit Protection The siren will sense a short circuit on the speaker terminals and automatically go to standby until the fault is removed Once the fault is removed the siren will return to normal operation Lighting Level 3 Drop out When vehicle is shifted to PARK and the PKILL feature is connected Level 3 lighting will drop out This is indicated by the red LED exstinguishing This is a power down mode and can be defeated by setting the 4 position rear dip switch to the PRILL OFF position on the lighting board Scroll Mode Setting the slide switch on the rear of the siren to the SCROLL position will put siren in scroll mode This will allow scrolling through tones utilizing sharp
22. d to the location and method of making electrical connections and splices to protect these points from corrosion and loss of conductivity Ground Earth terminations should only be made to substantial chassis components preferably directly to the vehicle battery The user should install a circuit breaker sized to approximately 125 of the maximum Amp capacity in the supply line to protect against short circuits For example a 30 Amp circuit breaker should carry a maximum of 24 Amps DO NOT USE 1 4 DIAMETER GLASS FUSES AS THEY ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR CONTINUOUS DUTY IN SIZES ABOVE 15 AMPS Circuit breakers are very sensitive to high temperatures and will false trip when mounted in hot environments or operated close to their capacity CONNECTION OF A 58 WATT SPEAKER TO THE SPKR TERMINAL WILL CAUSE THE SPEAKER TO BURN OUT AND WILL VOID THE SPEAKER WARRANTY The sound projecting opening should be pointed fonvard parallel to the ground and not obstructed or muffled by structural components of the vehicle Concealed or under hood mountings in some cases vvill result in a dramatic reduction in performance To minimize this reduction mount the speaker so the sound emitted is projected directly forward and obstruction by vehicle components such as hoses brackets grille etc is minimized Electromechanical sirens and electronic siren speakers should be mounted as far from the occupants as possible using acoustically insulated compartments and isolation m
23. gured to accept either a positive 12V or negative GND Earth signal for actuation All new style 3890 series sirens are shipped set up to accept the GND Earth signal from the vehicle HORN SW present on most vehicles To reconfigure this as a 12V signal the rear plate must be removed see assembly explosion page 19 Place both jumpers towards the position Refer to Detail A shown above for a complete illustration 4 Position DIP Switch Gently set the SirenLock PKILL and LightAlert set up switches to the desired position with a pencil point or some other pointed object These switches are present even if LightAlert were not specified If switched on all of the tones except AIR HORN mute until the Warning Light Switch is in either the Level 3 or the Level 2 or 3 positions SirenLock In position 3 the siren tones are allowed to sound and the horn ring relay transfers when the Warning Light switch is placed in the Level 3 position In position 2 3 the siren tones are allowed to sound and the horn ring relay transfers when the Warning Light switch is placed in either Level 2 or in Level 3 position LightAlert When in the ON position enables the LightAlert tone which alerts the operator audibly when any lighting switch is activated When in the OFF position defeats the LightAlert tone PKILL When vehicle is shifted to PARK lighting level 3 will drop out if this switch is in the on position This is intended to
24. he siren This will usually be connected to the vehicle Horn Ring circuit When the siren selector switch is placed in either Wail or Yelp and Horn Ring transfer has occured the user can use the Horn Ring to sequence through Wail Hyperyelp and Yelp by applying a quick sharp tap on the horn Additional taps will scroll the siren to the next tone Depressing the horn ring for longer periods will produce Airhorn After releasing the vehicle s horn ring the siren will return to the selected tone Function Selector Switch Center Knob RADIO In the RADIO position the audio from the 2 way radio is rebroadcast over the siren speaker The siren tones Wail Yelp amp Hi Lo do not operate in this position In addition power is routed to the two way radio via the RPWR pin on the rear panel connector The EXPWR pin must be wired to the battery positive and the two way radio power connected to the RPWR pin STANDBY This is the standby mode If the MANUAL button is depressed the Manual wail tone will ramp up until it reaches a peak then ramp down when released If the AIR HORN button is depressed the Air Horn sound will be produced The siren cannot be scrolled in this position WAIL This position produces the Wail tone Depressing the MANUAL button will now produce Manual wail tone and ramp up until released Depressing the AIR HORN button will produce the Air Horn sound The siren can be scrolled in this position as described above YELP
25. ing protection should be implemented to protect their hearing This equipment is intended for use by authorized personnel only It is the users respon sibility to understand and obey all laws regarding emergency warning devices The user should check all applicable city state and federal laws and regulations Code 3 Inc assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the use of this warning device Proper installation is vital to the performance of the siren and the safe operation of the emergency vehicle It is important to recognize that the operator of the emergency vehicle is under psychological and physiological stress caused by the emergency situa tion The siren system should be installed in such a manner as to A Not reduce the acoustical performance of the system B Limit as much as practical the noise level in the passenger compartment of the vehicle C Place the controls within convenient reach of the operator so that he can operate the system without losing eye contact with the road way Emergency warning devices often require high electrical voltages and or currents Prop erly protect and use caution around live elecirical connections Grounding or shorting of electrical connections can cause high current arcing which can cause personal injury and or severe vehicle damage including fire PROPER INSTALLATION COMBINED WITH OPERATOR TRAINING IN THE PROPER USE OF EMERGENCY WARNING DEVICES IS ESSENTIAL TO INSURE THE SAFETY OF EM
26. iren such as Park Kill Instant ON Adj Backlighting Scroll Mode and more N WARNING Standard Sirens are an integral part of an effective audio visual emergency warning system However sirens are only short range secondary warning devices The use of a siren does not insure that all drivers can or will observe or react to an emergency warning signal particularly at long distances or when either vehicle is traveling at a high rate of speed Sirens should only be used in a combination with effective warning lights and never relied upon as a sole warning signal Never take the right of way for granted It is your responsibility to be sure you can proceed safely before entering an intersection driving against traffic or responding at a high rate of speed The effectiveness of this warning device is highly dependent upon correct mounting and wiring Read and follow the manufacturers instructions before installing or using this device The vehicle operator should check the equipment daily to insure that all features of the device operate correctly To be effective sirens must produce high sound levels that potentially can inflict hearing damage Installers should be warned to wear hearing protection clear bystanders from the area and not to operate the siren indoors during testing Vehicle operators and occupants should assess their exposure to siren noise and determine what steps such as consultation with professionals or use of hear
27. k Unit is configured for a ground earth at the factory See page 7 for details on configuring for a 12V input BLTG Provides 12V to siren backlighting Connect to a vehicle circuit that is powered when the ignition switch is on If backlighting dimming is desired connect to the dash lights circuit Caution If connected to the battery the backlighting will be active at all times PKILL This feature automatically deactivates siren tones when the vehicle is shifted into PARK On models with lighting control Level 3 will drop out if this feature is enabled via the rear panel dip switch Siren tones will be disabled until the vehicle is shifted out of PARK and the front panel selector switched is either returned to standby or another function is selected or the lighting level control is returned to level 1 This circuit is activated by a negative signal Connect this input to a circuit that is GROUNDED Earth when the vehicle is shifted into PARK It is the installer s responsibility to determine an appropriate location in the vehicle circuitry to connect this wire RRB Connect to one side of the two way radio speaker RRB Connect to the second side of the two way radio speaker EXPWR Connect directly to 12V terminal of the battery or a non ignition switched source of 12V capable of supplying a minimum of 10 Amps RPWR Provides 12V to the two way radio with the ignition on off Connect the 12V power lead from
28. ountings to minimize the transmission of sound into the vehicle It may be helpful to mount the device on the front bumper engine cowl or fender heavily insulate the passenger compartment and operate the siren only with the windows closed Each of these approaches may cause AN significant operational problems including loss of siren performance from road slush increased likelinood of damage to the siren in minor collisions and the inability to hear the sirens on ot WARNING her emergency vehicles APPROPRIATE TRAINING OF VEHICLE OPERATORS IS RECOMMENDED TO ALERT THEM TOTHESE PROBLEMS AND MINIMIZE THE EFFECT OF THESE PROBLEMS DURING OPERATIONS Terminal Block Connections 10 Position Terminal Plug see wiring diagram page 20 COM Connect to the terminal marked 1 of one 100 W 11 ohm speaker SPKR Connect to the terminal marked 2 of the 100 VV 11 ohm speaker NOTE An optional 200 W version is available This will enable the user to connect two 100 W speakers in parallel Correct phasing is important and can be accomplished by connecting both speaker terminals marked 1 to the COM terminal and both speaker terminals marked 2 to the SPKR terminal REMOTE Remote switch Horn ring or foot switch Circuit can be configured for both ground earth or positive signals A horn ring transfer circuit is standard in all 3940 series L models Connect to the REMOTE terminal on the Lighting Control Section terminal bloc
29. r 3890 series siren carefully inspect the unit and associated parts for any damage that may have been caused in transit Report any damage to the carrier immediately 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 Ease of operation and convenience to the operator should be the prime consideration when mounting the siren and controls Adjust the mounting angle to allow maximum operator visibility Do not mount the Control Head Module in a location that will obstruct the drivers view Mount the microphone clip in a convenient location to allow the operator easy access Devices should be mounted only in locations that conform to their SAE identification code as described in SAE Standard J1849 For example electronics designed for interior mounting should not be placed underhood etc Controls should be placed within convenient reach of the driver or if intended for two person operation the driver and or passenger In some vehicles multiple control switches AN and or using methods such as horn ring transfer which utilizes the vehicle horn switch to toggle between siren tones may be necessary for convenient operation from two positions WARNING Controls should be placed within convenient reach of the driver or if intended for two person operation the driver and or passenger In some vehicles multiple con
30. s Tone Priority Manual Wail The following tones are produced while pushing the MANUAL Push button or triggering the user supplied REMOTE siren switch Manual Wail when the MANUAL Push button is depressed while the rotary switch is in the STANDBY position Yelp when the MANUAL Push button is depressed while the rotary switch is in the WAIL position HyperYelp when the MANUAL Push button is depressed and the rotary switch is in the YELP position HyperLo when the MANUAL Push button is depressed and the rotary switch is in the HI LO position Noise Cancelling Microphone Wired in microphone that is easily unplugged internally for service or replacement Power Distribution Section A three level progressive CE gor switch for primary warning light system control plus 4 push on push off auxiliary switches that are user convertible to momentary action L4 models The unit may also be purchased with 6 auxiliary switches L6 models Each auxiliary switch can be custom labeled with the supplied label kit Each label is backlit and increases intensity when activated to alert the operator Each position of the progressive switch has its own indicator LED Horn Ring Transfer L models only Built in horn transfer relay that may be activated at Levels 2 and 3 of the warning light progressive switch Point of activation is customer Figure 2 selectable with the rear panel DIP switch Unpacking amp Pre installation After unpacking you
31. switch four pin connector 8 See Figure 3 for information on converting the switch Once converted the switch may be converted back again if the toggle pin is not lost 9 Re assemble the siren in the reverse order Note correct orientation of the four and three pin harness connectors Custom Labeling Labels supplied with the L4 and L6 models should be selected and placed in the appropriate windows See fig 1 for front view of siren for switches A F window designations The windows A Wail and Yelp tones are in some cases such as in the state of California WARNING the only recognized siren tones for calling for the right of way Ancillary tones such as Air Horn Hi Lo Hyperyelp and Hyperlo in some cases do not provide as high a sound pressure level It is recommended that these tones be used in a secondary mode to alert motorists to the presence of an emergency 10 P A VOLUME Knob This control adjusts the level of the P A audio produced when keying the microphone and speaking into it This control also controls the Radio Re broadcast level when in the Radio position see SET UP Radio Rebroadcast Adjustment on p 8 Operation IMPORTANT The Mastercom Series has two distinct modes of operation These are the Hit N Go mode and the SCROLL mode The desired mode of operation can be selected via the rear panel slide switch Each mode will effect the siren operation as described below The Hit N Go mode should be
32. taps on the horn ring or a switch via the Remote siren input In this mode holding the horn ring for prolonged durations will produce the Airhorn sound See OPERATION section for further details Hit n Go Mode Setting the slide switch on the rear of the siren to the Hit N Go position will put the siren in the Hit n Go mode This mode will be most familiar to existing Mastercom users A seven second override is standard for all tones when activated by the Manual button or the Remote input See OPERATION section for details Automatic Siren Tones Industry standard Wail Yelp and Hi Lo tones AIR HORN Tone Electronic AIR HORN sound Instant Public Address Public Address override of all siren functions when the microphone Push to Talk key is pressed Status LED An indicator LED visible on the front panel that informs the operator of the status of his siren at all times Radio Rebroadcast Broadcast Two way radio reception over siren speakers These inputs are transformer coupled to prevent loading of the radio 3 Remote Siren Switching The siren accepts either a positive or a ground earth signal usually from the vehicle s horn switch or other user supplied switch and remotely activates the MANUAL or AIR HORN if supplied function Selection is made via the front panel slide switch The siren is factory set for a GND Earth signal and may be reconfigured to accept a positive signal See Set up and Adjustments section for detail
33. the radio to this terminal This is a 10 Amp maximum current output InterClear Optional Connect to the device or circuit that is to be activated by the InterClear feature The InterClear circuit is internally current limited at 1 Amp Should your requirements require higher currents use the InterClear Power Booster Kit INTBS available from your Code 3 supplier 1 4 Male Quick Connect Printed Circuit Board Terminals 12V Connect to a positive 12 volt DC source It is recommended that the user protect this wire with a 10 Amp fuse 20 Amp for 200w option or circuit breaker located at the source Use 14 gauge wire terminated with 1 4 female fully insulated quick connect terminals only NEG Connect to the negative terminal of the battery This supplies ground earth to the siren Use 14 gauge wire terminated with 1 4 female fully insulated quick connect terminals only Power Distribution Connections L Models A 8 stud is provided on the rear of the unit and is intended for use ONLY as a convenient ground earth tie point for the light bar wiring It is not an adequate ground earth for the siren or the light bar It is recommended all ground earth wires attached here be terminated with a crimp on ring terminal 11 Position Terminal Plug Rear Panel See Wiring Diagram page 20 IMPORTANT Remember auxillary outputs A B D on L4 models and A B D E F on L6 models can supply a maximum of 20 Amps
34. trol switches and or using methods such as horn ring transfer which utilizes the vehicle horn switch to toggle between siren tones may be necessary for convenient operation from two positions Installation amp Mounting The 3890 series siren may be mounted above the dash below the dash on a tunnel or in a rack with the mounting bracket bail and the hardware supplied see Fig 2 Ease of operation and convenience to the operator should be the prime consideration when mounting the siren and controls The bail is mounted to the siren chassis by means of the T slot in the side of the unit and the 1 4 20 carriage bolts washers and nuts supplied See Figure 2 for assembly and positioning details Note that once the unit is installed removal involves only loosening not removing the acorn nuts Use of 1 4 20 HEX head bolts can damage slots and prevent easy removal of the unit NOTE Set ups and adjustments will be made in subsequent steps depending upon the model and options purchased that may require access to the rear area of the unit Plan the installation and wiring accordingly Amplifier Connections Siren Amplifier Connector As a standard feature the Siren and Auxiliary sections L4 amp L6 models of your unit come equipped with a combination plug in terminal block connector To terminate the wires strip approximately 1 4 of insulation from the end of each wire and insert it in the appropriate hole in the terminal
35. ts outlined above When the slide switch is to the left it allows the REMOTE circuitry to remotely depress the MANUAL pushbutton This causes the effects described above to occur LED STATUS INDICATOR The green LED status indicator indicates the siren is on when lighted The LED will remain off unless a siren tone or air horn or PA or radio output is selected 12 For L4 amp L6 Models Only WARNING LIGHTS 3 LEVEL PROGRESSIVE SLIDE SWITCH POSITION 1 Supplies power to Lighting Level 1 illuminates Green LED and activates LightAlert if supplied POSITON 2 Supplies power to Lighting Levels 1 amp 2 illuminates Green amp Yellow LED s and activates LightAlert and SirenLock options if supplied POSITION 3 Supplies power to Lighting Levels 1 2 amp 3 llluminates Green Yellow and Red LED s and activates LightAlert and SirenLock if supplied Auxiliary Switches AUXILIARY SWITCH A Supplies power to the load connected to terminal SW A AUXILIARY SWITCH B Supplies power to the load connected to terminal SW B AUXILIARY SWITCH C Operates circuit connected to terminals SWC NO SWC NC SWC COM Optional functions a momentary activation or a 5 sec timed switch AUXILIARY SWITCH D Supplies power to the load connected to terminal SW D For L6 Models Only AUXILIARY SWITCH E Supplies power to the load connected to terminal SW E AUXILIARY SWITCH F Supplies power to the load connected to terminal SW F NO
36. y by anyone else other than a factory authorized technician without express written consent by the factory will void the warranty Units out of warranty can be repaired at the factory for a nominal charge on either a flat rate or parts and labor basis Contact the factory for details and return instructions Public Safety Equipment Inc is not liable for any incidental charges related to the repair or replacement of a unit unless otherwise expressly agreed to in writing by the factory 13 TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to vviring diagram page 20 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY NO SIREN OUTPUT A PARKKILL ENGAGED A DISENGAGE B SIRENLOCR EXGUAGED PARRRILL C SHORTED SPEARER OR SPEAKER WIRES SIREN IN OVER CURRENT PROTECTION MODE B SELECT LEVEL 3 LIGHTING C CHECK CONNECTIONS INTERNAL OR EXTERNAL 10AOR 20A OPTION FUSE BLOWS A AMPLIFIER POWER WIRES REVERSED POLARITY B 200W LOAD CONNECTED TO 100W UNIT FOR 10 AMP FUSE A CHECK POLARITY B REMOVE ONE SPEAKER ON 100W UNIT NO OUTPUT FROM A SPEAKER NOT CONNECTED A CHECK SPEAKER SPEAKER TONES OPEN CIRCUIT IN SPEAKER WIRING HEARD INSIDE WIRING B REPLACE AMP MODULE B DEFECTIVE SPEAKER S SPEAKER S SIREN TONES A LOW VOLTAGE TO SIREN A CHECK WIRING FOR VOLUME TOO AMPLIFIER BAD CONNECTIONS LOW GARBLED B HIGH RESISTANCE IN WIRING CHECK VEHICLE DEFECTIVE SPEAKER CHARGING SYSTEM C SPEAKERS PHASED peti red IMPROPERLY 200W OPTION hr C
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