Model SS2000SS Series ELECTRONIC SIREN
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1. Smart Siren SS2000SS BLACK 1 4 20 x 7 16 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 2 NOTE ONLY ONE BRACKET IS SUPPLIED 1 4 SPLIT LOCKWASHER 290A2463B Figure 3 2 Mounting Bracket Installation screws 1 4 split lockwashers and 1 4 20 hex nuts as shown in figure 3 2 3 4 CONTROL HEAD INSTALLATION Several control head mounting methods are available The mounting method used will depend on Amplifier Relay Unit mounting location available room and user preference CAUTION Unreliable switch activation and loss of tactile feedback will result if the control head mount ing method allows movement DO NOT mount the control head on padded surfaces A WARNING When installing equipment inside air bag equipped vehicles the installer MUST ensure that the equipment is installed ONLY in areas recommended by the vehicle manufacturer Failure to observe this warning will reduce the effectiveness of the air bag damage the air bag or potentially dam age or dislodge the equipment causing serious injury or death to you or others Choose a location for the control head that allows the vehicle controls and microphone to be operated safely at all times See figure 3 3 The supplied hinged mounting bracket enables the control head to be mounted in a NOTE USE ONE OF THE THREE SETS OF HOLES THIS ALLOWS UP DOWN CONTROL POSITION OF THE PIVOT BRACKET CONTROL HEAD 6 SPLIT LOCKWASHER 2 6 32 x 1 4 SCRE2. 9 5 8 oz 0 273kg 6 0 lbs 2 73kg 64V peak to peak siren tones 300Hz to 3 000Hz 3db 45 watts in PA Mode typical with 1 4V peak to peak input Less than 10 from 5 to 45 watts 4000 ohms nominal SECTION III INSTALLATION SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS OF ELECTRONIC SIRENS A WARNING The lives of people depend on your proper installation and servicing of Federal products It is important to read and follow all instructions shipped with the products In addition listed below are some other important safety instructions and precautions you should follow Before Installation Qualifications To properly install an electronic siren you must have a good understanding of automotive electrical procedures and systems along with proficiency in the installation and service of safety warning equipment Always refer to the vehicle s service manuals when performing equipment installations on a vehicle Sound Hazards Your hearing and the hearing of others in or close to your emergency vehicle could be damaged by loud sounds This can occur from short exposures to very loud sounds or from longer exposures to moderately loud sounds For hearing conservation guidance refer to federal state or local recommendations OSHA Standard 1910 95 offers guidance on Permissible Noise Exposure All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds 120 dB that may cause permanent hearing loss Always minimize yo
3. result of a shorted control head cable or the control head cable was damaged during instal lation Ensure that the cause of F T s failure is located and repaired before reapplying power to the unit E Replacement of Output Transistors Failure of one or both of the output transistors Q3 Q4 is usually the result of a defective speaker short circuited voice coil Rebroadcast of unsquel ched radio or music for long periods will also have a detrimental effect on the output transistors and is therefore not recommended Federal recommends that both output transis tors be replaced should only one device prove to be defective This practice will ensure long periods of service between failures When installing new output transistors ensure that the Sil Pad insulators are installed between the heat sink and transistors CAUTION Make certain that the speaker is not defective prior to installing the repaired SS200088 F Testing A WARNING All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds 120 dB that may cause permanent hearing loss Always mini mize your exposure to siren sound and wear hearing protection Do not sound the siren indoors or in enclosed areas where you and others will be exposed to the sound After servicing is complete test the siren including horn operation and lighting systems to ensure that the unit is operating properly 16 6 5 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Reference Designation As
4. SURFACE E om PILOT HOLES 2 Figure 3 4 Control Head and Bracket Installation BRACKET 2 OF 2 290A2544 49B C Drill two mounting holes at the position marks D Secure the mounting bracket to the mount ing surface with the 10 thread forming screws as shown in figure 3 4 3 5 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION A Power Cable Connections The power cable included in the carton is equipped with a twelve pin plug that mates with the connector on the rear of the Amplifier Relay Unit see figure 3 5 The cable is supplied with a 20 ampere in line fuse Additional wire the same gauge or heavier may be spliced to the leads as required The various wires on the connector must be connected as follows 1 Speaker The unit is designed to operate with one 11 ohm impedance speaker or two 11 ohm impedance low power 58W or high power 100W Speakers connected in parallel and in phase On Federal speakers this can be accomplished by connecting the two speaker leads marked 1 to the SPEAKER COMMON power cable lead and the two speaker leads marked 2 to the SPEAKER HI POWER or SPEAKER LO POWER power cable leads See figure 3 6 Using 18 gauge wire connect the speaker leads 58W speakers to SPEAKER LO POWER and 100W speakers to SPEAKER HI POWER as shown in Power Cable Wiring Diagram figure 3 6 2 Radio To allow incoming radio messages to be rebroadcast over the outside speakers connect the two brown zip cord leads pi
5. Sound Limitations e Before using the vehicle check to see if the siren speakers are concealed from view If the siren speaker is not in clear view on the front of the vehicle use extra caution when operating the vehicle A concealed siren speaker installa tion is less effective at warning others e Maximum sound output will be severely re duced if any objects are in front of the speaker If your installation has obstructions in front of the speaker drive even more cautiously 12 e Frequently inspect the speaker to ensure that it is clear of any obstruction such as mud or snow which will reduce maximum sound output Signaling Limitations e Be aware that the use of your visual and au dible signaling devices does not give you the right to force your way through traffic Your emergency lights siren and actions are REQUESTING the right of way e Although your warning system is operating properly it may not alert everyone People may not hear see or heed your warning signal You must recognize this fact and continue driving cautiously e Situations may occur which obstruct your warning signal when natural or man made objects are between your vehicle and others This can also occur when you raise your hood or trunk lid If these situations occur be espe cially careful Driving Limitations e At the start of your shift you should ensure that the light sound system is securely attached to the vehicle and operati
6. WIRE IN CONNECTOR 3 TIGHTEN SCREW CONNECTOR STRIPPED WIRES 290A2461C Figure 3 10 Relay Board 3 Insert the other modular connector in the receptacle on the control head Secure with user supplied clamps and or wire ties to provide strain relief D Microphone Connections The SS20008S is not supplied with a microphone A Federal Model MNCT SC microphone may be plugged into the microphone jack on the rear of the Amplifier Relay Unit If the Amplifier Relay Unit is remotely mounted Model RMK microphone extension kit is available from Federal It includes a 20 foot exten sion cable with phone plug jack and dashboard mounting bracket A WARNING When installing equipment inside air bag equipped vehicles the installer MUST ensure that the equipment is installed ONLY in areas recommended by the vehicle manufacturer Failure to observe this warning will reduce the effectiveness of the air bag damage the air bag or potentially dam age or dislodge the equipment causing serious injury or death to you or others Carefully route the extension cable through the vehicle along with the telephone type cable and secure with user supplied clamps and ties as re quired 3 6 INSPECTION AND FINAL INSTALLATION CAUTION To avoid electrical damage to the unit the BLACK 1 4 20 x 7 16 hex head cap screws and the 1 4 split lockwashers MUST be used as shown in figure 3 2 A See figure 3 2 Secure the SS2000SS Amp
7. been inadequately maintained nor to units which have problems relating to service or modification at any facility other than the Federal factory or authorized warranty service centers THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL FEDERAL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY SUCH DEFECT IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP J FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION Emergency Products IMPORTANT WIRING INFORMATION A WARNING The Federal SmartSiren is an advanced microprocessor based siren system Unlike conventional siren systems malfunctions and or improper operation WILL result if proper installation procedures are not followed Refer to the accompanying diagram and pay special attention to the CHECK LIST at the bottom of this page To complete the electrical installation refer to paragraph 3 5 AMPLIFIER RELAY UNIT RELAY SWITCHED POWER TO LIGHTS SIREN BAT JUMPER USED ONLY WHEN TOTAL LOAD CURRENT IS RELAY SWITCHED POWER GREATER THAN 50 AMPS TO AUXILIARY DEVICES 1206 11 100 CB1 CIRCUIT BREAKERS 0 4 0 AUXILIARY RELAYS 50 AMP 50 AMP O O RED 8 10AWG MIN 20 L NEG POS FUSE BLOCK VEHICLE BATTERY 20 AMP CHASSIS GROUND AT FUSIBLE SWITCHED IGNITION LINE CAPABLE LINK ON FRONT FENDER OF CARRYING AN ADDITIONAL 20A 29
8. between the two terminals of TB1 3 will not short to the chassis 7 Replace the chassis cover Slide it forward and secure with the two screws C Control Head Connections All connections between the SS2000SS control head and Amplifier Relay Unit are accom plished by a single 20 foot telephone type cable provided It is terminated with modular type connectors on each end CAUTION The unit will not operate if the telephone type cable is improperly wired If it is necessary to shorten the 4 conductor telephone type cable ensure that the connections made to the modular connector are exactly the same as the original cable connections To complete this portion of the installation proceed as follows 1 Route the 20 foot cable between the SS20008S control head and the Amplifier Relay Unit Secure the cable with user supplied clamps and hold downs as required 2 Insert the modular connector in the receptacle on the back of the SS2000SS Amplifier Relay Unit Secure with user supplied clamps and or wire ties to provide strain relief 10 RELAY BOARD 2001049E MADE IN U S A O MATING SCREWDRIVER CONNECTOR PRINTED CIRCUIT gt 1 LOOSEN SCREW 2 INSERT STRIPPED
9. priority and hi lo siren tones as well as an air horn sound A horn ring transfer feature allowing horn ring control of siren tones Tap II is also provided Public address PA with and without common microphone opera tion and radio rebroadcast are available In addition eight relay outputs are available for control of light bars other auxiliary lights and accessories Provision is made to allow installation of a user supplied switch such as a foot switch to activate lights and siren in the pursuit mode This system provides the automatic simultane ous light and siren activation required by some laws Momentary push on push off or timed relay opera tion can be selected A security shotgun timer is also provided to minimize the possibility of unauthorized shotgun release The SS2000SS s technology allows variation of these features during programming The Control Head can be customized with an assortment of replaceable function labels supplied to identify the switches The SS2000SS may be installed in the trunk under the seat or under the dash of any vehicle with a 12 volt NEGATIVE ground electrical system The siren circuits are protected from failure modes by an in line fuse that is replaceable without tools Relay outputs are protected by individual fuses Connection between the Control Head and the SS2000SS is via a telephone type four conductor cable with standard modular phone connectors at both ends for simp
10. to read and follow all in structions shipped with the products In addition listed below are some other safety instructions and precautions you should follow Read and understand all instructions in this manual before servicing the electronic siren or speaker To properly service an electronic siren or Speaker you must have a good understanding of automotive electrical procedures and systems along with proficiency in the installation and service of safety warning equipment Always refer to the vehicle s service manuals when performing service on a vehicle Electronic circuit and speaker repairs must be performed by a qualified and competent elec tronic technician Your hearing and the hearing of others in or close to your emergency vehicle could be dam aged by loud sounds This can occur from short exposures to very loud sounds or from longer exposures to moderately loud sounds For hearing conservation guidance refer to federal state or local recommendations OSHA Standard 1910 95 offers guidance on Permissible Noise Exposure All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds 120 dB that may cause permanent hearing loss Always minimize your exposure to siren sound and wear hearing protection Do not sound the siren indoors or in enclosed areas where you and others will be exposed to the sound DO NOT connect this system to the positive terminal of the battery until servicing is com plete and you have ver
11. 0A2649 01J CHECK LIST 1 Is the red wire from the twelve pin connector Pin 6 L YES connected to a point on the fuse block that is powered in run and start positions Use an in line 20A fuse 2 Is the black wire from the twelve pin connector Pin 4 L YES connected to the fusible link at the front fender between the negative battery terminal and chassis ground This is the ONLY chassis ground allowed for this wire AUXILIARY RELAY SIREN POWER 4 Is an 8 10 AWG wire connected to the load side of the L YES 50 100 ampere circuit breakers Route it through the hole labeled BAT on the amplifier relay unit and attach it to LUG 1 on the circuit board Use a 10 AWG wire with the 50 ampere circuit breaker Use an 8 AWG wire with the 100 ampere circuit breaker SECTION I GENERAL DESCRIPTION e mmm conse 290A2649 23B Figure 1 1 Model SS2000SS The Federal Model SS2000SS figure 1 1 is a full featured programmable electronic siren and light control system State of the art microprocessor technology is utilized to produce a system with a small compact Control Head and an Amplifier Relay Unit which may be remotely mounted Programming of the various features is done from the keys on the Control Head without disassembly or removing the unit from its mounting location When properly programmed the SmartSiren provides a highly versatile electronic siren and light system The SS2000SS produces wail yelp
12. 9 21 Figure 3 11 Function Label Installation SECTION IV OPERATION SAFETY MESSAGE TO OPERATORS OF FEDERAL SIGNAL ELECTRONIC SIRENS AND LIGHT SOUND SYSTEMS A WARNING The lives of people depend on your safe operation of Federal products It is important to read and follow all instruc tions shipped with the products In addition listed below are some other important safety instructions and pre cautions you should follow Qualifications e To properly use an electronic siren and speaker s you must have a good understanding of general vehicle operation a high proficiency in the use of safety warning equipment and thorough knowledge of state and federal UNIFORM TRAFFIC CODES Sound Hazards e Your hearing and the hearing of others in or close to your emergency vehicle could be dam aged by loud sounds This can occur from short exposures to very loud sounds or from longer exposures to moderately loud sounds For hearing conservation guidance refer to federal state or local recommendations OSHA Standard 1910 95 offers guidance on Permissible Noise Exposure e All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds 120 dB that may cause permanent hearing loss Always minimize your exposure to siren sound roll up your windows and wear hearing protection Do not sound the siren indoors or in enclosed areas where you and others will be exposed to the sound Only use the siren for emergency response situations
13. Price 4 00 n FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION Emergency Products Model SS2000SS Series ELECTRONIC SIREN AND LIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM with Slide Switch Control Head CORF Suas FEDERAL SIGNAS 3000 M sarrien cant I T T I II JAG INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LIMITED WARRANTY The Signal Division Federal Signal Corporation Federal warrants each new product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two years on parts replacement and one year on labor from the date of delivery to the first user purchaser During this warranty period the obligation of Federal is limited to repairing or replacing as Federal may elect any part or parts of such product which after examination by Federal discloses to be defective in material and lor workmanship Federal will provide warranty for any unit which is delivered transported prepaid to the Federal factory or designated authorized warranty service center for examination and such examination reveals a defect in material and or workmanship This warranty does not cover travel expenses the cost of specialized equipment for gaining access to the product or labor charges for removal and re installation of the product Lamps flash tubes or batteries are not covered under warranty This warranty does not extend to any unit which has been subjected to abuse misuse improper installation or which has
14. Sound output will be severely reduced if any objects are in front of the speaker If maximum sound output is required for your application you should ensure that the front of the speaker is clear of any obstructions Install the speaker s as far forward on the vehicle as possible in a location which provides maximum signaling effectiveness and minimizes the sound reaching the vehicle s occupants Refer to the National Institute of Justice guide 500 00 for further information Mounting the speakers behind the grille will reduce the sound output and warning effectiveness of the siren system Before mounting speakers behind the grille make sure the vehicle operators are trained and understand that this type of installation is less effective for warning others Sound propagation and warning effectiveness will be severely reduced if the speaker is not facing forward Carefully follow the installation instructions and always install the speaker with the projector facing forward DO NOT install the speaker s or route the speaker wires where they may interfere with the operation of air bag sensors Installation of two speakers requires wiring speakers in phase Never attempt to install aftermarket equipment which connects to the vehicle wiring without reviewing a vehicle wiring diagram available from the vehicle manufacturer Insure that your installation will not affect vehicle operation and safety functions or circuits Always chec
15. W PHL PAN HD 2 PEM NUT ATTACHED TO BRACKET 290A2544 48 Figure 3 3 Control Head Bracket Assembly variety of positions Positioning the bracket above the unit allows mounting the control head on the under side of the dash Positioning the bracket below the unit will permit mounting on any horizontal surface To mount the control head using the bracket proceed as follows A Assemble a bracket to the control head using the 6 32 x 1 4 screws and 6 lockwashers Assemble the other bracket to the control head bracket assembly using the 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head screws and 1 4 lockwashers as shown in figure 3 4 NOTE The brackets are not symmetrical After assem bling the brackets to the control head ensure that the assembly can be properly positioned at the intended mounting location If proper positioning cannot be achieved reverse the bracket B Use the mounting bracket as a template and scribe two drill positioning marks at the selected mounting location CAUTION Before drilling holes in ANY part of a vehicle be sure that both sides of the mounting sur face are clear of parts that could be damaged such as brake lines fuel lines electrical wiring or other vital parts PEM NUTS ATTACHED TO BRACKETS 1 4 LOCKWASHER EXT TOOTH 2 PREVIOUSLY ASSEMBLED CONTROL HEAD AND BRACKET 1 4 20 x 3 4 SCREW fr HEX HD 2 10 SCREWS THD FORM 2 e e MOUNTING HOLES FOR 10 SCREWS MOUNTING
16. a 20 ampere fused switched circuit When obtaining PRP WIRE FROM SIREN 12VDC POWER CABLE PIN 8 AUXILIARY DEVICE 290A2649 07 Figure 3 8 External Auxiliary Relay power from the vehicle s fuse block refer to the vehicle s wiring manual to ensure the unit will be powered in the RUN and START positions Route the red power cable lead to the fuse block see table 3 1 or user supplied switch When the red power cable lead is routed to the fuse block install the supplied fuse clip adapter as follows see figure 3 6 1 Slip the fuse clip adapter over the fuse 2 Insert the adapter clip fuse into the applicable fuse block location refer to the vehicle s wiring manual with the adapter clip end toward the top of the fuse block Make sure that the selected fuse block location is capable of supplying an additional 20 amperes 3 Attach the power cable s red wire on the fuse clip b To protect the wires use the in line fuseholder and 20 ampere fuse The fuseholder and fuse should be installed in the red lead as close as practical to the power source A WARNING If wires are shorted to the vehicle frame or each other high current conductors can cause hazardous sparks resulting in electrical fires and molten metal Verify that no short circuits exist before connecting to the Positive battery terminal DO NOT connect this system to the vehicle battery until ALL other electri
17. cal connections are made and mounting of all components is complete Failure to observe this WARNING will result in fire burns and blindness c Route the black power cable lead through the previously drilled hole into the engine compartment and through existing clamps and holders toward the fusible link on the front fender DO NOT make any connections to the battery until all other wiring is complete B Light Bar and Auxiliary Light Connections The SS20008S is programmed at the factory to satisfy most installation requirements Before proceeding with installation refer to the supplied Operation and Configuration Instructions for a description of the standard program and instructions on how to change the programming The SS20008S provides two terminal strips TB1 amp TB2 for control of light bars auxiliary lights and accessories total of eight fused relay con trolled outputs are available Each output switches a nominal 12 volts to the controlled device Do NOT use the black wire in the power cable for grounding the switched device s Ground the switched devices separately Refer to the installation instructions provided with the light bar or auxiliary light for additional precautions and details IMPORTANT Since the terminals labeled LIGHTS 1 2 and 3 can be reprogrammed to activate in any of the three modes select the terminals used for the various loads in accordance with the current ratings
18. ecure mechanical and electrical connections are required 3 7 REPLACEABLE FUNCTION LABELS See figure 3 11 Replaceable function labels identify the switches on the control head A sheet of applicable function legends is supplied To install the function legends proceed as follows Select the appropriate labels from the supplied sheet of function legends Peel the labels from the sheet and apply to the key pad in the area provided as shown in figure 3 11 Verify that the label is properly tucked under the retaining ridge on the pushbutton 3 8 TESTING AFTER INSTALLATION A WARNING All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds 120 dB that may cause permanent hearing loss Always mini mize your exposure to siren sound and wear hearing protection Do not sound the siren indoors or in enclosed areas where you and others will be exposed to the sound Before testing read and understand the sup plied Operation and Configuration Instructions After installation is complete test all siren and light functions to ensure that all functions and controlled devices operate as intended Test all vehicle func tions including horn operation and vehicle light systems to ensure proper operation Programming is described in the supplied Operation and Configuration Instructions After testing is complete provide a copy of this manual to all operating personnel LEGEND INSERT REMOVED FROM SHEET LEGEND SHEET 290A264
19. h to you or others 3 1 UNPACKING After unpacking the Model SS2000SS examine it for damage that may have occurred in transit If the equipment has been damaged file a claim imme diately with the carrier stating the extent of damage Carefully check all envelopes shipping labels and tags before removing or destroying them 3 2 AMPLIFIER RELAY UNIT MOUNTING LOCATION SELECTION CAUTION The SS200088 Amplifier Relay Unit housing is NOT waterproof It must be mounted in a location which is sheltered from falling rain snow standing water etc Also it must be installed in an adequately ventilated area Never install near heater ducts Do not mount the SS2000SS Amplifier Relay Unit under the vehicle s hood When selecting a mounting location for the SS200088 Amplifier Relay Unit and the control head it is necessary to keep in mind any limitations due to AMPLIFIER RELAY UNIT SIREN BAT RELAY SWITCHED POWER cable length Before performing any installation see figure 3 1 block wiring diagram plan all wiring and cable routing Some possible Amplifier Relay Unit mounting locations are under the dash under the front seat or in the trunk under the rear deck near the rear seat speakers if vehicle is so equipped Using the supplied mounting bracket will allow the Amplifier Relay Unit to be easily removed for wiring and servicing should it be needed 3 3 AMPLIFIER RELAY UNIT MOUNTING BRACKET To insta
20. ice Department Federal Signal Corporation 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park IL 60466 1 800 433 9132 In Illinois 708 534 3400 6 2 CONTROL HEAD The SS2000SS control head consists of two circuit boards stacked on top of each other See figure 6 1 To disassemble the control head proceed as follows A Disconnect the control head cable at the control head Remove the control head from its bracket if used KEYBOARD ASSEMBLY 4 40 x 5 8 PHILLIPS 4x4 ROUND HEAD MACH SCREWS 4 290A2649 22 Figure 6 1 Control Head Disassembly B Remove and retain the four screws from the rear of the control head Separate the control head rear housing base from the bezel Lift the keyboard assembly out through the bezel C Separate the two circuit boards by gently pulling them apart D Disconnect the green wire at the stud on the keypad circuit board E Observe the slide switch connector s orien tation and then disconnect the slide switch connector F After repair or replacement reconnect the green wire and slide switch connector Ensure the slide switch connector is reconnected in the proper orientation white wire toward the edge of the circuit board and the connector s wires away from the component side of the lower cicruit board Reas semble the control head using the proviously re moved screws Reassemble the control head in its bracket if used and insert the modula
21. ified that there are no short circuits to ground In order for the electronic siren to function properly the ground connection must be made to the NEGATIVE battery terminal After repair test the electronic siren and speaker system to ensure that it is operating properly 14 e Federal Signal siren amplifiers and speakers are designed to work together as a system Combining a siren and speaker from different manufacturers may reduce the warning effec tiveness of the siren system and may damage the components You should verify or test your combination to make sure the system works together properly and meets both federal state and local standards or guidelines Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage serious injury or death to you or others 6 1 GENERAL Most of the component electronic parts used in the SS2000SS are standard items that can be ob tained from any TV or electronics shop In order to reduce equipment down time Federal recommends that an entire printed circuit board be replaced The printed circuit boards are relatively inexpensive allowing you to keep an adequate supply in your repair shop For warranty service contact your local Dis tributor The factory can and will service your equipment or assist you with technical problems that cannot be handled satisfactorily and promptly locally Communications and shipments should be addressed to Serv
22. ightly Specific operating instructions are provided in the supplied Operation and Configuration Instruc tions SECTION V CONFIGURATION A WARNING Property damage serious injury or death to you or others may result if the SmartSiren is improperly programmed Programming if required is to be per formed at the time of installation It is NOT intended for operators to custom ize the unit s operation for their indi vidual preferences It is the USER s responsibility to determine compatibil ity suitability and ensure proper pro gramming of the SmartSiren The person responsible for programming MUST be familiar with local codes and procedures for safe emergency vehicle siren and light operation 13 CONFIGURATION INSTRUCTIONS The SmartSiren is an extremely versatile and configurable electronic siren and light control system Available siren tones are wail yelp priority hi lo and an air horn sound Horn ring control of siren tones is provided Public address and radio rebroad cast are available Eight relay outputs are available for controlling light bars other auxiliary lights and accessories For configuration instructions refer to the supplied Operation and Configuration Instructions SECTION VI SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY MESSAGE TO PERSONNEL SERVICING FEDERAL SIGNAL ELECTRONIC SIRENS A WARNING The lives of people depend on your proper servicing of Federal products It is important
23. k vehicle for proper operation after installation DO NOT install equipment or route wiring or cord in the deployment path of an air bag Locate the control head so the vehicle controls and microphone can be operated safely When drilling into a vehicle structure be sure that both sides of the surface are clear of anything that could be damaged After Installation After installation test the siren system and light system to ensure that it is operating properly Test all vehicle functions including horn operation vehicle safety functions and vehicle light systems to ensure proper operation Ensure that installation has not affected vehicle operation or changed any vehicle safety function or circuit After testing is complete provide a copy of these instructions to the instructional staff and all operating personnel File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining and or reinstalling the product Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage serious injury or death to you or others A WARNING When installing equipment inside air bag equipped vehicles the installer MUST ensure that the equipment is installed ONLY in areas recommended by the vehicle manufacturer Failure to observe this warning will reduce the effectiveness of the air bag damage the air bag or potentially dam age or dislodge the equipment causing serious injury or deat
24. le installation The SS20008S can drive one or two 11 ohm impedance high power 100 Watt or low power 58 Watt speakers When two speakers are used they must always be connected in parallel and in phase Other advanced features of the SS2000SS include e High degree of reliability and compact size through the use of CMOS microprocessor and other integrated circuits e Simplified installation and service through use of plug in cables and printed circuit boards e Relay outputs are individually fused with standard automotive type fuses e The siren tones comply with SAE J1849 JUL89 for the following model SS2000SS SECTION II SPECIFICATIONS Input Voltage eeseeeeeeeeeennn Polarity 152 cota e oto Ica rediere Operating Temperature Range Standby Current essere Operating Current cccccccccceesssseceeseeseeees no lamps on Frequency Range Nominal Cycle Rate eeessssss Dimensions Amplifier Relay Unit 11VDC to 15VDC Negative ground only 30 C to 65 C Less than 5 ampere approx 25 ampere with backlighting and LED s extinguished 9 amperes nominal 13 6V battery 11 ohm load high power 725 to 1600Hz Wail 12 cycles min Yelp 180 cycles min Hi Lo 60 cycles min 2 5 16 5 87cm 6 3 8 16 2cm 6 1 4 15 9cm 3 3 8 lbs 1 534kg 3 1 8 5 87cm 1 25 3 18cm 6 3 4 17 15cm
25. le horn SPEAKER COMMON SPEAKER LOW POWER 58W SPEAKER HIGH POWER 100W NEG AT FUSIBLE LINK 20 AMP POS FUSE BLOCK HORN RING COMMON MIC EXTERNAL RELAY WHT YEL VEHICLE TWO WAY RADIO SPEAKER PURSUIT OR PARK DEACTIVATOR HORN 290A2508 01F 1 SLIP MALE CLIP OVER THE FUSE 2 INSERT CLIP AND FUSE INTO FUSE BLOCK 3 ATTACH THE RED WIRE WITH FEMALE CLIP 290A2544 77J Figure 3 6 Amplifier Relay Unit Power Cable and Fuse Clip Adapter Installation Refer to figure 3 7 while performing the following steps e Mount the relay in a suitable location f Connect the horn side of the wire cut in step a to the relay contact terminal g Determine the sense of the vehicle s horn ring activation circuit i e does the horn circuit require a switched positive voltage or switched ground for activation h Connect the switched relay contact terminal to the positive or negative potential determined in step g i Connect the white power cable wire to one end of the relay coil j Connect the other end of the relay coil to the opposite potential of that connected to the switched relay contact terminal in step h 4 Park Siren Deactivator IMPORTANT It is the installer s responsibility to determine an appropriate location in the vehicle circuitry to connect the pursuit wire This feature uses the pursuit wire to automatically deactivate siren tones when the vehicle is shifted int
26. lifier Relay Unit to the mounting bracket with the BLACK 1 4 20 x 7 16 hex head screws and 1 4 split lockwashers Ensure all fasteners are properly tightened B Before connection to the power source perform a visual check of all connections and wiring C Ensure that there are no loose wire strands or other bare wire which may cause a short circuit Also all wires must be protected from any sharp edges which could eventually cut through the insula tion D Use an ohmmeter to verify that a short circuit does NOT exist between the positive and negative power cable leads Also there must be NO short circuits between the positive wires and the vehicle chassis E After performing steps A through D connect all black wires to the fusible link on the front fender Secure mechanical and electrical con nections are required A WARNING If wires are shorted to the vehicle frame or each other high current conductors can cause hazardous sparks resulting in electrical fires and molten metal Verify that no short circuits exist before connecting to the Positive 4 battery terminal DO NOT connect this system to the vehicle battery until ALL other electri cal connections are made and mounting of all components is complete Failure to observe this WARNING will result in fire burns and blindness F Connect all 10AWG minimum red wires to the positive terminal of the power source 11 Again s
27. ll the Amplifier Relay Unit using the mounting bracket proceed as follows A Use the mounting bracket as a template and scribe two drill positioning marks at the selected mounting location CAUTION Before drilling holes in ANY part of a vehicle be sure that both sides of the mounting surface are clear of parts that could be damaged such as brake lines fuel lines electrical wiring or other vital parts NOTE If desired the 14 thread forming screws may be used in place of the 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head screws B Drill two mounting holes at the position marks C Secure the mounting bracket to the mount ing surface with 2 each 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head RELAY SWITCHED POWER TO LIGHTS JUMPER USED ONLY WHEN TOTAL LOAD CURRENT IS GREATER THAN 50 AMPS TO AUXILIARY DEVICES 120 110 100 CB1 CIRCUIT BREAKERS RED 8 10AWG MIN AUXILIARY RELAYS 50 AMP 50 AMP Q FUSE BLOCK La MEE NEG POS VEHICLE BATTERY CHASSIS GROUND AT FUSIBLE SWITCHED IGNITION LINE CAPABLE OF CARRYING AN ADDITIONAL 20A LINK ON FRONT FENDER 290A2649 01J Figure 3 1 Block Wiring Diagram MOUNTING 1 4 20 x 3 4 HEX 1 4 SPLIT HD CAP SCREW 2 LOCKWASHER 4 OPTIONAL 14 THD FRM SCREW 2 MAY BE SUBSTITUTED BOTH SUPPLIED 1 4 20 HEX NUT 2 CAUTION 1 4 20 x 7 16 HEX HD CAP SCREW WITH LOCKWASHER MOUNTING MUST BE USED BRACKET 1 AS SHOWN LONGER SCREW WILL CAUSE CIRCUITRY DAMAGE
28. mon Microphone a Ifthe PA and RADIO transmitter are to share a common microphone the audio switch ing must be performed by a user supplied switching device The violet wire provides 12VDC when the SS2000SS is operating in the PA mode Refer to the instructions provided with the switching device Connect the 12VDC ACTIVATED 1 ampere or less switching device to the violet wire b Ifthe PA and RADIO transmitter are to have separate microphones fold back and insulate the violet wire 7 External Auxiliary Relay When switch 11 of the control head is not used for the common microphone function it can be used to activate an external relay In addition to the SmartSiren s eight relay controlled outputs this external relay can be used to activate another auxil iary device Switch 11 can function only in a push on push off mode When switch 11 is activated 12VDC is supplied on the power cable s violet wire This 12VDC is capable of supplying 1 amp which should be adequate for most automotive relays A 40 amp relay Federal Signal Part No 131A175 is recommended Figure 3 8 shows the wiring for any single pole relay The pin numbers shown are for the recommended Federal Signal relay 8 Connection to Power Source see figure 3 6 The SS2000SS must operate from a 12 volt NEGATIVE ground vehicle electrical system Therefore before making any electrical connections verify the polarity of the vehicle electrical s
29. ng properly e Ifthe unique combination of emergency vehicle equipment installed in your vehicle has resulted in the siren controls being installed in a position that does not allow you to operate them by touch only OPERATE CONTROLS ONLY WHILE YOUR VEHICLE IS STOPPED e fdriving conditions require your full atten tion you should avoid operating the siren controls while the vehicle is in motion Continuing Education e File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them periodically Give a copy of these instructions to new recruits and trainees Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in property damage serious injury or death to you to passengers or to others IMPORTANT Since many SS2000SS features are pro grammable operation is described for the standard program Refer to the supplied Operation and Configuration Instructions for additional discussion of the standard pro gram It is the operator s responsibility to understand how his particular unit is config ured programmed to operate OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The SS20008S control head is designed to assist the operator s selection of functions Each control head switch is recessed and aids guiding the operator s finger to the switch s center for activation When a switch is pressed tactile feedback provides function selection indication as follows a click is felt a beep is heard and the selected function s key illuminates br
30. ns 9 and 12 of the power cable across the two way radio s speaker 3 Horn Ring In order to utilize the horn ring control of siren tones Tap II and other features of the siren the following procedure must be performed a Locatethe wire that connects the vehicle horn ring switch to the horn or horn relay Cut this wire b See figure 3 7 Splice the white yellow power cable wire to the horn ring side of the wire that was cut in step a Insulate the splice with the wire nuts supplied 12 PIN CONNECTOR L 3 1L 2 3 L51 1 3 EE Sieg uur wu uuu NO NC C Aux oureurs C FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP wie SmartSiren SS2000 US PATENTS 5298 40 OTHER PATS PENDING KEYPAD neur Figure 3 5 Rear View of SS2000SS CAUTION The horn ring transfer circuit of the siren is capable of switching a maximum of 2 amperes Some vehicles do not have a horn relay and consequently will draw more than 2 amperes when the vehicle horn is activated Consult your vehicle service manual or a qualified mechanic to determine the current required to activate the horn If it is less than 2 amperes perform the procedure in step c Ifit is greater than 2 amperes perform steps d through j c Splice the white power cable wire to the horn side of the cut wire Insulate the splice with a wire nut d Obtain a SPST relay of sufficient contact current capacity to activate the vehic
31. o PARK See figure 3 6 To use this feature connect the power cable s gray wire to a vehicle circuit that is grounded when the vehicle is shifted into PARK 5 Pursuit Switch NOTE When the Model SS2000SS is shipped from the factory the pursuit function is NOT ACTI VATED The Operation and Configuration Instructions Part No 255278 describes the procedure for activating the pursuit function Either the pursuit function or the park siren deactivator function must be selected Both functions are not available at the same time The SS2000SS Pursuit function is activated by momentarily grounding the Pursuit switch input using a user supplied momentary switch Federal Part No 122A108 switch with Part No 164B101 boot or other equivalent momentary contact SPST switch can be used a Install the pursuit switch in a location which allows the vehicle controls and microphone to be operated safely at all times In addition the pursuit switch should be installed in a CUT WIRE dre n a enl O O WHT TO HORN OR HORN RELAY 1 CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY WHT YEL TO HORN SWITCH 290A2508 02B Figure 3 7 Horn Ring Connections location which allows minimum reaction time in an emergency situation b Connect one side of the switch to a RELIABLE chassis ground using 18AWG or larger wire c See figure 3 6 Connect the other side of the switch to the power cable s gray wire using 18AWG or larger wire 6 Com
32. of the terminals Primary rotating lights normally require more current than flashing or secondary warning lights If for example primary rotating lights are to be activated in Modes 2 and 3 connect the rotators to LIGHTS 3 rated at 40 amperes Then reprogram the unit to activate the LIGHTS 3 terminal in Modes 2 and 3 Fuse current ratings and suggested uses for each output are shown in table 3 1 Complete the wiring to the light bar or accessories as follows 1 Remove the chassis cover by loosening the 2 screws on the bottom of the SS2000SS Slide the cover to expose the relay board and terminal strips CAUTION The relay board WILL be damaged if correct polarity is not observed 2 Route a 10AWG minimum red wire through the hole labeled BAT and attach it to the large lug type terminal LUG1 on the relay board Use a 8 AWG red wire if the total light bar and auxiliary load currents exceed 50 amperes Since this wire provides the power source for all switched lighting functions a good mechanical and electrical connection here is important 3 Route this wire through the previously drilled hole into the engine compartment and through existing clamps and holders toward the battery Do NOT make any connections to the battery until all wiring is complete 4 See figure 3 9 To protect the wire 2 circuit breakers CB1 rated at 50 amperes Federal 9 Output Terminal Fuse Rating Suggested Applica
33. r connector in the receptacle f 6 3 SLIDE SWITCH REPLACEMENT 1 Disassemble the control head as described in paragraph 6 2 2 Observe the orientation of the slide switch Remove and retain the knob the two phillips head screws and the switch bezel 3 Place the new switch in position with the same orientation as the old switch 4 Secure the switch in position using the previously removed switch bezel and phillips head screws Install the switch knob 5 Reassemble the control head as described in paragraph 6 2 6 4 AMPLIFIER RELAY UNIT A General Any competent TV repairman or electronic technician should have little difficulty in tracing a malfunction should any occur For emergency replacement of any of the small components care must be used when soldering Heat easily damages transistors capacitors and circuit boards It is therefore advisable to use longnose pliers or a similar heat sink on the lead being soldered CAUTION To avoid damage to the unit disconnect both red wires to the SS2000SS at the battery before proceeding B Removal for Servicing When removing the chassis for servicing loosen the two hexagon head screws on the underside of the unit near the front edge Slide the entire chassis out of the case as shown in figure 6 2 C Printed Circuit Board Removal The SS2000SS consists of two circuit boards stacked on top of each other The top board is the relay board and the bo
34. s appli cable All wire connections for TB2 will be made with the right angle plug See face plate for relay designa SEES FUSIBLE LINK FROM INTERFACE RELAY P 4 BLK TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 50 AMP EROT BRENER TO INTERFACE RELAY BAT RED 8 10 AWG FROM POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 8 AWG RED BATTERY CHASSIS GROUND i X REQUIRED FOR AUXILIARY RELAY QU OR AU s 290A2649 08B Figure 3 9 Battery Connections tors Refer to the instructions packed with the light bar or accessory for proper wire gauge current requirements and any additional instructions Do NOT exceed fuse ratings shown in table 3 1 CAUTION NEVER exceed fuse current ratings Installa tion of higher current fuses WILL damage the unit and void the warranty NOTE Although output 3 is rated at 40 amperes the circuit is protected by two 20 ampere fuses which are connected in parallel TB1 3 output 3 has two terminals in parallel to obtain that rating 6 When the current requirement for LIGHTS 3 exceeds 30 amperes split the load be tween the two terminals of TB1 3 or connect the two terminals together with the supplied jumper Federal Part No 233A198 or equivalent CAUTION Personal injury vehicle component damage and or damage to the Amplifier Relay Unit will occur if the LIGHTS 3 terminal TB1 3 is shorted to the chassis Before replacing the chassis cover ensure that the jumper if in stalled
35. semblies Control Head Assy Amplifier Assy SS2000SS Components T2 Transformer Output Q3 Q4 Transistor Output Legend Sticker Card RJ 11 Data Cable Power Harness 12 Conductor CB1 Circuit Breaker 2 50 ampere Mounting Bracket Amplifier Mounting Bracket Control Head Installation Accessory Kit Microphone Remote Microphone Cable Slide Switch Assembly Slide Switch Knob Slide Switch Bezel Two Position Jumper Right Angle Plug Relay 255275H REV H 903 Part Number 8572311 01 85361176 120C165 03 125467 8572294 146863 175684 06 8474176 85361059 85361065 85361087 MNCT SB RMK 122290 8536C1041 8573060 233A198 140338 07 17 Reference Designation Fuses Fuse 2 Amp Pico Fuse Part Number 148151 08 FA FB Fuse 10 Amp Automotive Blade 148A142 05 FC FD FE F1 F2 Fuse 20 Amp Automotive Blade 148A142 F3A F3B Fuse 20 Amp In line 148A127 Printed in U S A
36. tion LIGHTS 1 LIGHTS 2 F1 20 amps F2 20 amps Rear Flashing Front Flashing or Secondary Warning Lights F3A amp F3B two 20 amps 40 amps total FA FB FC FD FE 10 Amps ea Rotating or Primary Warning Lights KA KB KC KD KE Auxiliary Lights Takedown Alley etc Output E provides both normally open normally closed NO NO and common contacts By removing the fuse labeled FE it can be isolated from the 12 volt battery supply for switching other POSITIVE voltages Table 3 1 Output Ratings Applications Part No 8474176 or equivalent should be connected as close as practical to the positive battery termi nal When the total load current is greater than 50 amperes use a 100 ampere circuit breaker When the total load current is less than 50 amperes use a 50 ampere circuit breaker To use the Federal 50 ampere circuit breakers Part No 8474176 as a 100 ampere circuit breaker add the supplied jumper between the two circuit breakers on the load side DO NOT remove the jumper on the battery side of the circuit breakers A WARNING When making the following connections never exceed the current rating of the circuit breakers CB1 near the battery see figure 3 9 Failure to do this will result in a shutdown of the vehicle warning system 5 See figures 3 5 and 3 10 Connect wires from the light bar or accessories to TB1 1 through TB1 3 or TB2 A through TB2 E a
37. ttom board is the amplifier board LOOSEN FOR REMOVAL 290A2466 Figure 6 2 Chassis Removal 1 To remove the relay board proceed as follows a Disconnect the wires from the terminal strip TB1 b Disconnect the large red wire at LUGI c Unplug the ribbon cable JU1 from the relay board d The relay board is secured to the amplifier board by four stand offs Remove and retain the two relay board screws at the rear of the siren Depress the locking tab on the two stand offs and gently lift the relay board off the stand offs 2 To remove the amplifier board proceed as follows a Remove the relay board as described above b Unplug all connectors and plug in type terminals from the printed circuit board c Remove the four stand offs which hold the amplifier board to the chassis D Control Head Fuse A solder in sub miniature fuse F1 on the amplifier board provides short circuit protection for the control head and cable F1 is located next to J3 the phono jack on the amplifier board Failure of this fuse although unlikely will cause the SS2000SS to be completely inoperative If failure of F1 is suspected proceed as follows 1 Remove the amplifier board as de scribed in 6 3 C 2 above 2 Check the fuse for continuity with an ohmmeter 3 If fuse failure has occurred replace with an EXACT replacement refer to paragraph 6 4 NOTE Failure of the control head fuse is usually the
38. ur exposure to siren sound and wear hearing protection Do not sound the siren indoors or in enclosed areas where you and others will be exposed to the sound Federal Signal siren amplifiers and speakers are designed to work together as a system Combining a siren and speaker from different manufacturers may reduce the warning effectiveness of the siren system and may damage the components You should verify or test your combination to make sure the system works together properly and meets federal state and local standards or guidelines During Installation DO NOT get metal shavings inside the product Metal shavings in the product can cause the system to fail If drilling must be done near the unit place an ESD approved cover over the unit to prevent metal shavings from entering the unit Inspect the unit after mounting to be sure there are no shavings present in or near the unit DO NOT connect this system to the vehicle battery until ALL other electrical connections are made mounting of all components is complete and you have verified that no shorts exist If wiring is shorted to vehicle frame high current conductors can cause hazardous sparks resulting in electrical fires or flying molten metal Be sure the siren amplifier and speaker s in your installation have compatible wattage ratings In order for the electronic siren to function properly the ground connection must be made to the NEGATIVE battery terminal
39. ystem ground NOTE Transient noise pulses caused by the automo tive power system or surge currents due to switching inductive or incandescent lamp loads may cause malfunctions in the SS2000SS if proper wire routing is not followed The Amplifier Relay Unit red positive power cable lead should be as short and direct to the fuse block or user supplied switch current capacity of at least 20 amps as possible DO NOT splice to accessory power leads The Amplifier Relay Unit black negative power cable lead should be as short and direct to the fusible link on the front fender as pos sible DO NOT splice to accessory negative black leads IMPORTANT The SS2000SS does not have an on off switch If power is obtained directly from the vehicle battery the system will continuously draw approximately 0 5A 0 25A with back lighting and LED s extinguished and will eventually discharge the vehicle s battery It is RECOMMENDED that Amplifier Relay Unit power be obtained from a vehicle circuit that is powered in the RUN and START positions Power can also be obtained from a user supplied switch current capacity of at least 20 amps CAUTION Before drilling holes in ANY part of a vehicle ensure that both sides of the surface are clear of parts that could be damaged such as brake lines fuel lines electrical wiring or other vital parts a Power for the Amplifier Relay Unit can be obtained from the vehicle s fuse block or
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