Z3 Siren Installation & Operation Manual
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3. Not For Sale ty 1 Light Board Power Harness T56627 1 2 Aux A D Harness T56628 1 3 L R Arrow Dim Flash Harness T56629 1 4 Level 1 2 3A 3B Harness T56630 1 5 Outputs amp Dim Ext Harness T56631 1 6 CAT5 Cable Min 20 FT T56649 1 7 Input Output Harness T56636 1 8 Amplifier Power Harness T56637 1 9 Aux E H Harness T56638 1 10 USB A Male to A Male Cable T56639 1 11 Mic w Modular Plug T11856 1 To order a complete Z Siren Amplifier order part number S39285M To order a complete Siren Cable amp Harness bag order part number T56641 To order a complete Siren Manuals amp Legends bag order part number S38284M 21 22 23 WARRANTY Code 36 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 LED Lighthead modules to a period of 5 years 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 abus
4. allows this feature to be disabled for selected functions Sleep Mode This is by default set to instantly turn off the Siren system when the vehicle ignition is turned off This can also be set in the configu ration software to turn off after 10 20 or 30 minutes Not Configurable Alarm This is an input that senses a 12VDC signal even when ignition is turned off Connect the wire labeled ALARM to a circuit that can supply a 12VDC signal when activated When a 12VDC signal is seen on this input a repetitive alarm will sound on the output speakers continuously until the 12VDC signal is removed For example this can be used to alarm the police officer when a temperature sensor on a K 9 unit has reached dangerous levels The alarm will continue until the temperature sensor has returned to safe levels 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 Instant On There is no ON OFF switch Selecting any siren function or keying the microphone will activate the selected siren function assuming the siren is properly installed and the vehicle s ignition is switched on Microphone Pressing the push button on the microphone will automatically override the current mode of the siren tones and switches to public address mode Push To Talk PTT is highest prior
5. mode E Drw a area De sche Fern li e med ol E ad i cat EI D rdi Lee em H a Fri P il im 3 Sa DA TES Microphone Volume Adjustment Press and hold the Mong 7 AE d udin PTT push button on the microphone Then press and hold usse Henc v Me rer the Left or Right push button for one second to enter the d rele t aar La ti TaS 0 0 AE E DE I i A volume adjustment mode Then press the Left or Right ee iM arrow push buttons to decrease or increase the volume he cras erts aries on ra Han ir qug dad este mU respectively Once it s adjusted to the desired volume GE C press the DIM push button or release the PTT push e mcd Me l r e Late Sie DRUI PEL AH button to save the setting Figure 1 Radio Rebroadcast RRB Broadcast two way radio reception over siren speakers These inputs are transformer coupled to prevent loading of the radio The audio from the 2 way radio is rebroadcast over the siren speakers The siren tones do not operate when this is activated All other control functions operate normally To connect in the signal to be broadcast simply tie the two signal lines to the RRB1 and RRB2 inputs of the Amplifier polarity is not an issue The default setting of the Siren has this option turned off See the Software User Manual for configuri
6. of this warning device is highly dependent upon correct mounting and wiring Read and follow the manu facturers instructions before installing 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 hearing protection should be implemented to protect their hearing This equipment is intended for use by authorized personnel only It is the user s responsibility 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 situation 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
7. 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 roadway Emergency warning devices often 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 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 EMERGENCY PERSONNEL AND THE PUBLIC Standard Features The Siren consists of a remotely mounted siren amplifier with integral lighting control This is operated by a compact control panel designed to be conveniently mounted near the operator This model includes the following standard features Primary Push Buttons WAIL YELP ALT TONE Default Tone for ALT TONE is Hi Lo 1 but can be configured to use other tones Secondary Tones Multiple User Configurable Tones MANUAL Push Button Default tone is the Manual Wail AIR HORN Push Button Multiple User Configurable Tones 8 Auxiliary Controls Default to control Auxiliary A through Auxiliary H outputs Can be configured to control multiple Auxiliary outputs from one Auxiliary push button ArrowStik Control Muliple User Configurable Flash Patterns
8. tubing to protect the connections Do not use insulation displacement connectors e g 3M amp 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 under hood 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 similar installation hardware should be used to anchor and protect all wiring Particular attention should be paid to the location and method of making electrical connections and splices to protect these points from corrosion and loss of conductivity Ground terminations should only be made to substantial chassis components preferably directly to the vehicle battery The user should install a fuse sized to approximately 12596 of the maximum Amp capacity in the supply line and each switched circuit to protect against short circuits For example a 30 Amp fuse 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
9. A Wd E d Verify all components have been delivered The box p d GA de should contain the Siren Control Head E Ampli 7 WW fier cable harness bag microphone hardware bag hd legend set and user manuals bag Installation amp Mounting NA N NM The Siren Control Head is made to mount F ke directly in the console of most leading manufactur cq ers as seen in Fig 3 shown below It may also be Figure 2 mounted above the dash below the dash or on the transmission tunnel using the mounting hardware supplied see Fig 2 above Also reference page 15 and 16 for description of components and Code 3 part numbers Ease of operation and convenience to the operator should be the prime consideration when mounting the siren and controls When choosing a mounting location the user must consider the deployment area for the air bag of the vehicle and other factors which might impact the safety of the vehicle occupants NOTE Setups and adjustments will be made in steps that may require ac cess to the rear area of the unit Plan the installation and wiring accordingly Figure 3 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 allo
10. DE D OVERVOLTAGE gt 15V EXTERNAL 20A FUSE BLOWS A AMPLIFIER POWER WIRES REVERSED POLARITY A SPEAKER NOT CONNECTED OPEN CIRCUIT IN SPEAKER WIRING B DEFECTIVE SPEAKERS A LOW VOLTAGE TO SIREN AMPLIFIER B HIGH RESISTANCE IN WIRING DEFEC TIVE SPEAKER C SPEAKERS PHASED IMPROPERLY A HIGH VOLTAGE TO SIREN WATT TAP 58 WATT NOT ALLOWED A HIT N GO FEATURE ENGAGED NOR A INCREASE P A VOLUME B MICROPHONE NOT COMPLETELY PLUGGED IN C DEFECTIVE MICROPHONE D COMMON MICROPHONE CIRCUIT NOT PROPERLY WIRED E INCORRECT MICROPHONE A INCREASE RADIO REBROADCAST VOLUME B RRB WIRES NOT CONNECTED TO TWO WAY RADIO EXTERNAL SPEAKER A REMOTE SWITCH HORN RING WIRING FROM TERMINAL REMOTE SHORTING TO POSITIVE OR TO GROUND EARTH A VEHICLE CIRCUIT BREAKERS NOT RAT ED PROPERLY AND ARE OVERHEATING OR ARE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY A CONTROL HEAD HAS FAILED TO COM MUNICATE WITH THE AMPLIFIER 12 B 58 WATT SPEAKER CONNECTED TO 100 B USE CORRECT SPEAKER D CHECK VEHICLE BATTERY A CHECK POLARITY B REPLACE SPEAKER S A CHECK SPEAKER WIRING B REPLACE SPEAKER S A CHECK WIRING FOR BAD CONNEC TIONS CHECK VEHICLE CHARGING SYSTEM B CHECK SPEAKER S WIRING REPLACE SPEAKER S C REFER TO PAGE 3 FOR PROPER PHAS ING 200W OPTION A CHECK VEHICLE CHARGING SYSTEM A CHECK FOR SHORTS INSTALL INTER CLEAR BOOSTER KIT PART INTBS A REFER TO S
11. ETUP AND ADJUSTMENT SECTION B PLUG MICROPHONE IN SECURELY C REPLACE MICROPHONE D CHECK WIRING E CALL CODE 3 FOR LIST OF ADAPTABLE MICROPHONES A REFER TO SETUP AND ADJUSTMENT SECTION B CHECK RRB CONNECTIONS A CHECK WIRING FOR ANY SHORTING A REFER TO SPECIFICATIONS SECTION PAGE 17 USE A BREAKER RATED AT 1 25 TIMES THE AMPERAGE OF THE EXPECTED LOAD CURRENT A CHECK CONNECTION OF CAT 5 CABLE FROM CONTROL HEAD TO AMPLIFIER B RESET POWER C RELOAD AMPLIFIER CONFIGURATION D CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE Troubleshooting Continued Refer to wiring diagram on page 13 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY THE GREEN AMBER AND OR RED LEDS FLASH RAPIDLY AND CONTINUOUSLY ANY OF THE ACTIVE AUX A F PUSH BUTTONS FLASH RAPIDLY AND CONTINU OUSLY IF IN LEVEL 3 AND THE VEHICLE IS IN PARK THE RED LEVEL INDICATOR ON THE CONTROL HEAD IS BLINKING AT A SLOW RATE PA ONLY FUNCTIONS FOR 30 SECONDS BEFORE TURNING OFF RRB SHUTS OFF AFTER EXTENDED USE A ONE OR MORE OF THE 3 LEVEL FUSES HAVE BLOWN IN THE AMPLIFIER B 12V IS NOT BEING SUPPLIED TO THE 12V 3L INPUT C LEVEL OUTPUT SHORTED A ONE OR MORE OF THE AUX A F FUSES HAVE BLOWN IN THE AMPLIFIER B 12V IS NOT BEING SUPPLIED TO THE AUX A F OUTPUTS A THIS IS NORMAL THIS COMMUNICAT ING THAT THE LEVEL 3A OR THE LEVEL 3B LIGHTS ARE IN STANDBY TURNED OFF B LOAD MANAGER HAS SENSED LOW INPUT AND TURNED OFF 3A OR 3B A THIS IS NORMAL
12. For use with conventional ArrowStik Integrated Centrally Controlled ArrowStik Integrated Code 3 Serial Lightbar Control the only recognized siren tones for calling for the right of way Ancillary tones such as Air Horn Hi Lo Hyper Yelp and IMPORTANT WARNINGS TO USERS OF SIRENS Wail and Yelp tones are in some cases such as the state of California VAN Hyper Lo in some cases do not provide as high a sound pressure level It is recommended that these tones be used in a WARNING secondary mode to alert motorists to the presence of multiple emergency vehicles or to the momentary shift from the primary tone as an indication of the imminent presence of any emergency vehicle allait eller The following features are standard in the Siren tones FFAA and sequences may differ with user selectable configura me s we tion 2 n Svr mt dern Control Head Configurable In Vehicle Adjustable Backlighting Backlighting is independent of siren status The dimming of the lit push buttons can be adjusted as desired Press and hold either the LEFT or RIGHT push buttons for one second This puts the Control Head into an adjustment mode for the backlighting Re peatedly press or hold the RIGHT push button to increase the brightness or the LEFT push button to decrease the brightness The brightness can be decreased down to include an off condition Press the DIM push button to exit from this adjustment
13. INSTALLATION amp OPERATION MANUAL EE 3 A PUBLIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT COMPANY SERIES SIREN AND CONTROL HEAD 11111 00111191 etr 2 2 Standard Features Control Head Configurable In Vehicle 3 Computer Configurable 3 PATENT PENDING Not Configurable eeeeeeeeeee rennen 5 Unpacking amp Pre installation 7 Installation amp Mounting 7 Amplifier Connections eee seen 8 Amplifier Power Distribution 9 A WARN N G Control Head Connections eese 9 Conventional ArrowStik Connections 10 Sirens produce loud sounds that may damage hearing Troubleshooting EEN 12 e Wear hearing protection when testing Siren Wiring Diagram 14 Siren Specifications 15 Use siren only for emergency response Lighting Specifications sees 16 Roll up windows when siren is operating Siren Control Head Exploded VIEW C 17 Siren Control Head Parts List 18 Avoid exposure to the siren sound outside of vehicle Siren Amplifier Exploded View es 19 Siren Am
14. THE PAIS TURNED OFF AFTER 30 SECONDS TO AVOID THE STUCK MIC POSSIBILITY A THIS IS NORMAL THE RRB SHUTS OFF AFTER AN EXTENDED PERIOD WHEN THE EQUIPMENT STARTS TO OVERHEAT THIS IS TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE COMPO NENTS IN THE AMPLIFIER 13 A REPLACE THE FUSE S IN THE AMPLI FIER B CHECK INPUT POWER CONNECTION C CHECK CONNECTION TO LOAD A REPLACE THE FUSE S IN THE AMPLI FIER B CHECK HARNESS CONNECTION BE TWEEN THE AMPLIFIER AND THE AUXIL IARY DEVICES A PUT THE VEHICLE BACK INTO DRIVE B CHECK VEHICLE BATTERY VOLTAGE A SIMPLY RELEASE THE PTT BUTTON AND PRESS AGAIN FOR ANOTHER 30 SECONDS OF BROADCAST ABILITY A ALLOW THE AMPLIFIER A FEW MINUTES TO COOL DOWN Siren Wiring Diagra Siren Specifications Siren Section Input Voltage 10 to 16 VDC and ground 12V units Note Operation of 12V units above 15 VDC for an extended period of time may result in speaker damage Operating Current 100W 8 Amps 13 6V with 11 ohm load 100 Watt Speaker 12V units 200W 14 Amps 13 6V with 5 5 ohm load 2 100 Watt Speakers 12V units NOTE There is no 58 Watt speaker connection available Standby Current Ignition On 10mA Ignition Off 1mA Cycle Rate Wail 11 cycles minute Yelp 200 cycles minute Voltage Output 66 Vpp Audio Section Audio Response 3 dB down points 500 to 3000 Hz 1000 Hz 0 dB reference 15 Lighting Specifications Warning Light Control 3 Level Swit
15. a positive or a ground signal into the Remote Input wire on the Amplifier This Remote Input wire is usually con nected to a user supplied switch The siren is factory set for a ground signal The Remote input can be configured to multiple functions in the Siren Active Siren Inactive and Hands Free modes of operation Please refer to the Siren Configuration Software User s Manual for details See Table on page 6 for factory settings Hit N Go Hit N Go only works when a siren tone is active Once a siren tone is active Hit N Go is activated simply by pressing the Horn Ring Vehicle Horn Control or pressing the Remote input It will go to the Override tone for 8 seconds and then return to the primary tone The actual tone for the Hit N Go depends on which push button is active If the WAIL push button is active then the Hit N Go Override tone is the Yelp tone If the YELP push button is active then the Hit N Go tone is the Hyper Yelp 1 tone and if the ALT TONE push button is active then the Hit N Go tone is the Hyper Lo 1 tone These Override tones are user configurable in the Configuration Software The siren can also be configured so the MANUAL push button is Hit N Go activator Scroll Scroll only works when a siren tone is active Once a siren tone is active Scroll is activated simply by pressing the Horn Ring Vehicle Horn Control or pressing the Remote input The Scroll Mode will cause the siren to cycle through the WAIL YELP and ALT TONE
16. agram on page 13 and the install manual for your ArrowStik product for wiring details 8 HEAD HARNESS CONNECTIONS When viewing the vehicle from the rear the ArrowStik harness is connected in the following order from Driver side to Passenger side Blue Yellow Gray Green Violet Tan Orange Brown The Right Arrow travels from Blue to Brown The Left Arrow travels from Brown to Blue 6 HEAD HARNESS CONNECTIONS When viewing the vehicle from the rear the ArrowStik harness is connected in the following order from Driver side to Passenger side Yellow Gray Green Violet Tan Orange The Right Arrow travels from Yellow to Orange The Left Arrow travels from Orange to Yellow If the E Siren ArrowStik function is configured for ArrowStik End Flash the Blue and Brown wires will attach to the two end light heads 5 HEAD HARNESS CONNECTIONS When viewing the vehicle from the rear the ArrowStik harness is connected in the following order from Driver side to Passenger side Yellow Gray Violet Tan Orange The Right Arrow travels from Yellow to Orange The Left Arrow travels from Orange to Yellow If the E Siren ArrowStik function is configured for ArrowStik End Flash the Blue and Brown wires will attach to the two end light heads DIM Control The Siren DIM function supplies 12VDC output when active This output is compatible with the dimming input of older Code 3 ArrowStik prod ucts It is not used with newer Code 3 ArrowStik products This ou
17. ch 4 Outputs 50 Amps maximum combined total Level 1 amp 2 15 Amp Maximum Each Level 25 Amp Maximum Total Green 1 amp Yellow 2 LED Indication Level 3A amp 3B 15 Amp Maximum Each Level 25 Amp Maximum Total Red 3 LED Indication AUX A thru D 9 Amp Maximum Each Aux 20 Amp Maximum Total AUX E thru H 10 Amp Maximum Each Aux 30 Amp Maximum Total ArrowStik 8 Output not internally fused Ground Switching 5A Per Output DIM Output 12VDC 1 5A Internally Protected System Weight Amplifier 4 2 lbs 1 9 Kg Control Head A 1 1 Ibs 0 5 Kg Microphone Boxed Unit 9 5 Ibs 4 3 Kg Size Amplifier 9 750 L x 6 832 W x 3 936 H Control Head 6 80 L x 3 30 H x 1 077D Switch will increase depth dimension to 1 95 D Temperature 22F thru 149F 30C thru 65C SAE Equipment Type EVS1 16 12 Siren Control Head Exploded View Z Siren Control Head Parts List Ref No Description Purchasable Part No 1 0 32 X 1 4 Hex Head MS 110385 2 Control Head Mounting Bracket 110924 3 1 4 20 X 3 8 Hex Head MS 110912 4 Circuit Board Support Nylon 5 Sheet Metal Base Plate 6 187 OD 4 40 Standoff 7 4 Position Switch Assembly 196634 8 4 40 X 3 8 Phil Pan HD 9 Control HD PCB 10 Molded Keypad 11 Molded Control Housing 115281 12 Moulded Switch Knob 115286 13 Part of Amp Box Wiring Label To order a complete Siren Control Head order part number S39284M The Siren Control Head will not function without a Siren Amp
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19. e or unusual use and or accidents is not covered by this warranty Code 36 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 36 INC MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF FITNESS OR MERCHANTABILITY WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT 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 36 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 36 Inc reserves the right to repair or replace at its discretion Code 38 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 returned to sender after the service has been rendered Problems or Questions Call The Technical Assistance HOTLINE 314 996 2800 AC x A PUBLIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT COMPANY Code 3 Inc 10986 N Warson Road St Louis Missouri 63114 2029 USA Ph 314 996 2800 Fax 314 426 1337 www code3pse com Code 3 Inc a subsidiary of Public Safety Equipment Inc Code 3 is a registere
20. ion Software User Manual for configuration details Auxiliary A H Push Buttons As configured by the Siren Configuration Software eight on off Auxiliary push buttons are readily accessible for controlling the Auxiliary outputs of the Amplifier Each Auxiliary push button can be custom labeled with the supplied label kit Each push button is backlighted when activated to alert the operator The default setting is for each Auxiliary push button to control the corresponding Auxiliary output of the Amplifier Auxiliary A through F supplies power to the load through the connector pins labeled A thru F Auxiliary G and H supplies power with a positive or ground voltage to the load through the connector pins labeled G and H 3 Level Switch The Control Head provides a 3 Level switch for changing the emergency warning mode The 3 Level switch is located in the top left corner of the control head When the 3 Level switch is switched to the far left position the unit is off When the 3 Level switch is in the first position from the left the level 1 configuration of the lights is turned on When the 3 Level switch is in the second position from the left the level 1 amp 2 con figuration of lights are turned on When the 3 Level switch is in the third position from the left the level 1 2 amp 3 configuration of the lights are turned on Level 1 2 amp 3 activate the LightAlert if supplied These default settings can be altered using the Siren Configurati
21. ity and overrides all other siren tones The microphone is easily plugged into the Control Head with a modular phone plug This allows the microphone to be unplugged for service or replacement Stuck Mic When the PTT push button is pressed the siren will disable the PTT after 30 seconds of being held The siren will return to its previ ous condition even though the push button is still being held in the on position This will avoid the situation where the PTT push button is stuck in the on position for extended periods To continue using the PTT simply release the PTT push button and press it again 5 H Xhy 7 HO UO 213301 uoun pe qeu3 uonounj 604 1500 3 H 9 Xnv 3 3 a xnv 9 Xnv H XAV V NYOH IVANVIN 3NOL LIV SAUISOd 646 Xn y S9jeAnov paul 935 8 uonounJ pe qeu3 uonoun4 J xny 7 HO UO a 330 uon unj pejqeu3 701 J xny 57 HO UO 3182801 uon unj pejqeu3 701 qd xny 7 HO UO 3182801 uon unj pejqeu3 701 2 xny 7 40 UO 3182801 01 pejqeu3 70 1 g xny sa 77 40 UO 3182801 0 1 pejqeu3 701 xny 7 40 UO 31330 0 1 pejqeu3 70 1 T UJOH JIY auo AyeWlid pe qeu3 sAemjy 3 peu 3 37 0316 22 XNV ON IeM enuen 3 220 56 EM IEDUEIN 99J4 spueH lem IEDUEIN 02 65 paye Xny ON 7 T 01 30 1 39001 06 T 07 IH 8uo o PEANT XNY ON se1eAnoy I 013 130 300 0 da euoj ewud 0
22. lifier To order a complete Siren Cable 8 Harness bag order part number T56641 To order a complete Siren Manuals 8 Legends bag order part number S38284M 18 Internal Part No Not For Sale 111862 115287 110890 106937 111858 115285 111863 DN gt L I N NO N DN I Siren Amplifier Exploded View Z Siren Amplifier Parts List Ref No Description Purchasable Part No Internal Part No Not For Sale ty 1 Amplifier E Tray T15305 All Amplifier Components 1 2 Amplifier PCB 111851 Are Purchasable 1 3 116 32 X 375 Phil Pan HD MS 104250 1 4 6 32 X 1 875 Hex MF Stdoff 115326 2 5 Outputs amp Dim Int Harness 156632 3 6 Light Board PCB 111894 1 7 I2C Comm Cable 156623 1 8 6 32 X 250 Phil Pan HD MS 107077 3 9 Amplifier Cover 115307 1 10 Amplifier Fuse Cover 115310 1 11 8 32 X 250 Phil Pan HD TRS 109751 2 12 Warning Label 109937 1 13 Wiring Label Fuse Map 111861 1 14 Wiring Label Amp Box Top 111863 1 15 0 32 X 2 250 Phil Pan HD MS 115328 3 16 Washer Int Tooth 6 100150 1 17 0 32 X 1 500 Phil Pan HD MS T01332 1 18 Wiring Label Terminal Side 111863 1 To order a complete Siren Amplifier order part number S39285M To order a complete Siren Cable amp Harness bag order part number T56641 To order a complete Siren Manuals amp Legends bag order part number S38284M 20 Z Siren Cables amp Harnesses Ref No Description Purchasable Part No Internal Part No
23. ng one of the Auxiliary push buttons for activating this feature Once configured to an Auxiliary push button and that push button is activated only then can the volume be adjusted by holding down the RIGHT or LEFT push button for one second Then pressing the RIGHT or LEFT push button increases or decreases the volume Pressing the DIM push button will save the settings There is also a time out but will save the settings before exiting as well The RRB feature will automatically shutoff to protect from overheating of the Siren Computer Configurable WAIL Push Button This push button produces the Wail tone when pressed By default it also turns on the Level 3 lights but this is configurable to Level 2 Level 1 or no lights The override tone is also configurable for this feature Pressing the push button a second time turns this feature off Operation of this feature is affected by SirenLock 3 Level Switch and Park Kill features See these sections for details YELP Push Button This push button produces the Yelp tone when pressed By default it also turns on the Level 3 lights but this is configurable to Level 2 Level 1 or no lights The override tone is also configurable for this feature Pressing the push button a second time turns this feature off Operation of this feature is affected by SirenLock 3 Level Switch and Park Kill features See these sections for details ALT TONE Push Button Both the primary and override tones are config
24. on Software The 3 Level switch may be overridden by other push buttons If the push buttons are programmed to a higher level than the position of the 3 Level switch the push buttons will take precedence If the push buttons are programmed to a lower level than the position of the 3 Level switch the 3 Level switch will take precedence The lighting can be set to various levels for the WAIL YELP ALT TONE MANUAL and AUX push buttons Visit these sections in the configuration software to set these preferences 3 Color Status LED Three LEDs are visible on the front of the remote siren amplifier When the 3 Level switch is set to Level 1 the green LED lights When the siren is set to Level 2 both the green and yellow LEDs light When the siren is set to Level 3 the green yellow and red LEDs light These LEDs indicate the level of the siren and controls These Levels are configurable in the Siren Configuration Software User Manual Hands Free Hands Free mode is directly linked to the Auxiliary push buttons By default the Hands Free mode is disabled When an Auxiliary push button is configured for Hands Free and that Auxiliary push button has been turned on the Hands Free mode is active but waiting for an initial press of the horn ring to activate the WAIL push button A second press of the horn ring will activate the YELP push button Pressing the horn ring a third time will activate the ALT TONE push button A fourth press of the horn ring will retu
25. ped below a predetermined voltage level If the Sleep Mode timer is set to a value other than instant the LoadMGR will turn off after the Sleep Mode timer has expired see the definition of Sleep Mode This output is current limited to 1 amp continuous Connecting the LoadMGR output to an external relay will allow larger external loads to be controlled The InterClear wire is used for the LoadMGR function InterClear and LoadMGR cannot function simultaneously Park Kill By default Park Kill puts the siren tones in standby and drops out the Level 3 lighting Park Kill occurs when the vehicle is shifted into park Once Park Kill is activated the siren tones are in standby The siren tones will remain in standby until the vehicle is shifted into drive and an action occurs such as pressing one of the Control Head push buttons changing the position of the 3 Level Switch or keying the microphone There are multiple options that can be configured in the configuration software The Level 3A and siren tones are in standby during Park Kill and the Auxiliary buttons are not affected by the Park Kill function by default See the Siren Configuration Software manual for details The default for the polarity of the Park Kill input is ground configurable to positive voltage If the Park Kill input is switched to ground by shifting into park it will activate the Park Kill functions InterClear Connect to the device or circuit that is to be activated b
26. plifier Parts List 20 Siren Cables amp Harnesses eeseeeees 21 MI Read all instruction and warnings before installing and using IM PORTANT See This manual must be delivered to the end user of this equipment 1 Introduction The Siren is a new remote control electronic siren that has been designed to meet the needs of all emergency vehicles The Siren incorpo rates many of the popular features of the past and uses microprocessor based circuitry and MOSFET technology All standard features are available along with many new features that are not available on any other Code 3 siren Fully Configurable 3 Level Switch Selectable Tones Adjustable Backlighting and much more 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 WARNING 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
27. push buttons For example if the WAIL push button is active and the Horn Ring configured to scroll is pressed the YELP push button will become active Another press of the Horn Ring will activate the ALT TONE push button Another press of the Horn Ring will return to activate the original WAIL push button The siren can also be configured so the MANUAL push button activates the Scroll NOTE Pressing and holding the Horn Ring for more than a half second will cause the Z Siren to generate the Air Horn tone Scroll On Off The Scroll On Off mode works like the Scroll mode except the Siren will scroll the primary tones through an off state The Z Siren will scroll from Wail to Yelp to Alt Tone to off and then back to Wail The Remote input can be configured to activate Scroll On Off NOTE Pressing 4 and holding the Horn Ring for more than a half second will cause the Siren to generate the Air Horn tone Load Management The Load Manager allows setup of three Dropout Voltage Groups by selecting which output to drop out when the vehicle power levels fall below the specified voltage for that group The default is for no groups to drop out for any reason See the Siren Configuration Software User Manual for configuration details LoadMGR This output can control the power supplied to other loads in the vehicle The power to these loads can be turned off when the driver turns off the vehicle or the voltage of the battery for the vehicle has drop
28. rn to the WAIL push button This type of scrolling will con tinue until the user deactivates the Hands Free Scroll Pressing the Auxiliary push button turns off the sound and deactivates the Hands Free Scroll Pressing and holding the horn ring will turn off the sound but leave Hands Free Scroll in the active mode The Remote input and Manual push button can also be configured for multiple functions during Hands Free mode Please refer to Z3 Siren Configuration Manual for details See Table on page 6 for factory settings Horn Ring The siren accepts either a positive or a ground signal into the Horn Ring input on the Amplifier The Horn Ring signal is disconnected from the vehicle and connected to the Horn Ring input of the Amplifier The Horn Relay wire is then run from the Amplifier to the horn of the vehicle This allows the Horn Ring to execute some of the user selectable functions of the Siren The Horn Ring can be configured to multiple functions in the Siren Active and Siren Inactive modes of operation The Horn Ring is set to Scroll in the Hands Free mode and cannot be changed Please see the Siren Configuration Software User s Manual for details Horn Ring Transfer The Horn Ring Transfer allows the Horn Ring to be disabled from the vehicle horn and the controls transferred to control other siren tones The Horn Ring Transfer can be set to occur at Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 or any combination of the three Remote The siren accepts either
29. tput can supply an absolute maximum of 1 5 amps Programming The Siren will come from the factory set to control a CC ArrowStik For details about ArrowStik pattern selection for Code 3 CC Lightbars refer to the Lightbar user manual For an conventional ArrowStik refer to the Siren Configuration Software Manual 10 NON CC WIRING CONNECTIONS Figure 6 Figure 7 CC WIRING CONNECTION Figure 8 11 NO SIREN OUTPUT NO OUTPUT FROM SPEAKER TONES HEARD INSIDE AMPLIFIER MODULE SIREN TONES VOLUME TOO LOW GAR BLED HIGH RATE OF SPEAKER FAILURE SIREN CONTINUES TO OPERATE FOR 7 RING IS RELEASED INTERCLEAR WILL NOT POWER AUXILIARY A THERE IS A SHORT IN THE WIRING OR DEVICES THE LOAD IS GREATER THAN 1 AMP P A VOLUME LOW OR NO P A AT ALL RRB VOLUME LOW OR NO RRB AT ALL SIREN SOUNDS BY ITSELF SIREN RUNS PROPERLY BUT SHUTS DOWN WHILE RUNNING THEN STARTS RUNNING AGAIN AFTER A FEW MINUTES WHEN POWERED THERE IS A5 SECOND PAUSE AND THEN A FLASH AND BEEP OUT STOPPING SECONDS AFTER MANUAL BUTTON HORN MAL OPERATION EVERY 2 SECONDS CONTINUOUSLY WITH B CONFIGURATION LOAD FAILURE Troubleshootin Refer to wiring diagram on page 13 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY A SHIFT VEHICLE OUT OF PARK B SELECT PROPER SIRENLOCK LEVEL C CHECK CONNECTIONS A PARK KILL ACTIVATED B SIRENLOCK ENGAGED C SHORTED SPEAKER OR SPEAKER WIRES SIREN IN OVER CURRENT PRO TECTION MO
30. urable for this push button This push button produces the Hi Lo 1 tone when pressed It also turns on the Level 3 lights but this is configurable to Level 2 Level 1 or no lights The override tone is the Hyper Lo 1 tone Pressing the push button a second time turns this feature off This push button can be disabled in the configuration software Operation of this fea ture is affected by SirenLock 3 Level Switch and Park Kill features See these sections for details MANUAL Push Button In its default configuration this push button generates the Manual Wail tone When pressed the Manual Wail tone will ramp up to its highest tone and hold It will hold as long as the MANUAL push button is held When the MANUAL push button is released the tone will ramp down and return to the previous function The configuration software can change this to be in Hit N Go mode Scroll mode or Wail Stop mode This can also be configured to react differently based on Siren status Operation of this feature is affected by SirenLock 3 Level Switch and Park Kill features See these sections for details AIR HORN Push Button In its default configuration the AIR HORN push button produces the Air Horn 1 tone as long as it is pressed It will over ride all other siren tones The configuration software can set this tone to Air Horn 1 or Air Horn 2 The AIR HORN push button will work with Park Kill and SirenLock but can be configured to be disabled See the Siren Configurat
31. w In addition the microphone P N T11856 connects to the Control Head port labeled PA MIC The microphone also uses a Microphone Hanger Bracket P N T00631 that mounts to the dash of the vehicle Figure 5 Utilizing non factory specified screws and or mounting brackets and or the improper number of screws may result WARNING in failure of the mounting system and severe damage to the vehicle as well as loss of warranty coverage on the equipment Conventional ArrowStik Connections CC ArrowStik Connection The Siren can connect directly to any Code 3 Centrally Controlled CC Lightbar ArrowStik and some non Code3 CC Lightbar ArrowStiks using Code 3 harness P N T56629 see figure 8 This harness is found in the Harness amp Cable Bag P N T56641 Refer to the wiring diagram on page 13 Conventional ArrowStik Connection The Siren can also connect directly to a conventional ArrowStik or both at the same time using Code 3 harness P N T56631 see figures 6 amp 7 Refer to the wiring diagram on page 13 If a conventional ArrowStik is desired see the Siren Configuration Software Manual for details regarding flash pattern selection The 9 wire harness can be connected to drive an 8 6 or 5 head ArrowStik The Siren is compatible with some non Code 3 ArrowStik products The Siren conventional ArrowStik outputs provide a current sink ground signal when active Each output is rated for an absolute maximum of 5 amps See the wiring di
32. w maximum operator vis ibility Do not mount the Control Head Module in a location that will obstruct the drivers view Mount the microphone clip in a WARNING 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 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 Convenient reach is defined as the ability of the operator of the siren system to manipulate the controls from their normal driv ing riding position without excessive movement away from the seat back or loss of eye contact with the roadway Amplifier Connections All Amplifier connections are made on one side of the Amplifier as seen in figure 4 See wiring diagram on page 13 All Amplifier connections are quick disconnect requiring no tools A WARNING Figure 4 Larger wires and tight connections will provide longer service life for components For high current wires it is highly recom mended that terminal blocks or soldered connections be used with shrink
33. y the InterClear feature The InterClear circuit supplies power to the Inter Clear wire and it is internally current limited at 1 Amp Power is supplied to the InterClear wire when Hit N Go is activated Power is also supplied to this wire when the Manual Wail or Wail Stop functions are activated EU Lock This function is to meet the requirements of some European Union countries to verify that the Warning Lights for the emergency vehicle are actually operational before allowing the siren to generate tones This is normally configured to be disabled in the Siren Configuration Soft ware It can be enabled during configuration of the siren This feature requires user provided current sense module for the lights SirenLock By default the SirenLock feature is disabled With SirenLock disabled the Siren will be in a Siren Active mode of operation and this will disable the Siren Inactive Function for the Horn Ring input Remote input and Manual push button In the Siren Configuration Software the SirenLock can be changed to allow siren tones when in Level 1 Level 2 and or in Level 3 Air Horn Radio Rebroadcast Manual and Public Address are unaffected by this feature LightAlert By default the LightAlert feature will produce an audible beep on a periodic basis if any lighting is activated including Auxiliary and Ar rowStik push buttons This is intended to alert the operator that lights are on The Siren Configuration Software
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