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1. sssssssssssseeeeeeeeneeeneennenennn nennen 19 Testing the Installation 2i eth t Ree ie e OR OE Ege rie ER EEUU ede de t Aari 19 Distributing the Safety Message Card ssssssssssseeene eem eene nennen ener 20 Applying the Siren Safety Labels in the Vehicle sessssssssseeeneeeeennne enn 20 Chapter 6 Operating the SS200 uelis arakan danane maen AL iaaa nnnn nitet nnns sn natnm iddah nenne nnns nnns 21 Safety Messages to Operators of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens and Sound Light Systems 21 Operating the Control Head E a a E aa a nennen nennen nennen AA enint enne nennen nennen 22 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 5 5 13 uude eieeeie delle Lice cc can eau acea capa base ea eiaa a aep deae enata 24 Safety Messages to Personnel Servicing Federal Signal Electronic Sirens ssssesss 24 Disassembling and Servicing the Amplifier Relay Unit 25 Reassembling the Amplifier Relay Unit ssssssseseeeeeeeeene eene eene nnne nenne 27 Testing the 99200 3 obit toi e e te ENDE TEATA ER 28 Getting Replacement Parts neue eddie odia cce ciento ied Teo eel sace es eat apa cleat 29 Getting Technical Support need edu e de x e p 30 Returning a Product to Federal Signal ssssseseeeeeeeeeenem eene nnne 30 Chart for Relay and Device Assignments ssssssssseee een eene rennen 33
2. ssssssesseseeennnemneenn enne nnn 19 Figure 5 2 Safety message card left and siren safety labels right 20 Figure 6 1 Control head keypad sssssssssssssssseeeeeenee nennen nennen nennen nes ee nent nnt ness n entree nnne 22 Figure 7 1 Relay board top board eene nennen enne r nnne nent nrr nnne n nnne nnne 31 Figure 7 2 Amplifier board bottom board sssssssssssseseee eene nnennrren nennen nen nnns 32 Chapter 1 Overview of the Model SS200 Topics Product Overview System Specifications Siren Specification Relay Specifications Product Overview The Federal Signal Model SS200 is a full featured electronic siren and light control system The system has a high degree of reliability and a compact size through the use of a CMOS microprocessor and other integrated circuits State of the art microprocessor technology produces a system with a small compact control head and an amplifier relay unit that can be remotely mounted The six button control head with a three position slide switch operates all lighting and siren functions Siren Tones Air Horn and Public Address The SS200 is designed to operate with one or two 11 ohm impedance speakers The single speaker or pair can be either low power 58 W or high power 100 W Two speakers must be connected in parallel and in phase The SS200 produces wail and yelp siren tones as well as an air horn sound The horn ring control of siren tones is tr
3. 233A198 Instructions SmartSiren Wiring 2561029 Card Safety Messages 256B691 Screw Machine Hex Head Black 1 4 20 7000A323 07 Screw Cap Hex Head 1 4 20 7002A000 12 Screw Thread Forming Type B 10 Screw Thread Forming Pan Head 14 7011A047 08 7011A114 12 Screw Hi Lo Pan Head 6 19 7017A035 06 Screw Machine Cap Head 10 32 7000A070 07 Nut Machine Hex Double Chamfered 1 4 20 Lockwasher Split 46 7059A018 7074A001 Lockwasher Split 1 4 7074A015 Lockwasher Ext Tooth 10 7074031 Link Bus 8474A139 Circuit Breaker 12 V 50 A 8474176 Bracket Mounting Siren 85361059 Bracket Assy 6 Button Control Head 8623120 N l m B HR Psp imimimimi j L LilLilLBL lLla Insert Legends 6 Button Control Head 8572294 04 5 6 Chapter 2 Mounting the SS200 System Selecting the Location of the Amplifier Relay Unit 4 WARNING AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT Do not install equipment or route wiring in the deployment path of an airbag Failure to observe this warning will reduce the effectiveness of the airbag or potentially dislodge the equipment causing serious injury to you or others NOTICE UNIT IS NOT WATERPROOF The SS200 amplifier unit housing is NOT waterproof It must be mounted in a location that is shel tered from falling rain snow standing water etc NOTICE UNIT RE
4. Reference Designation Description Part Number Fuse 2 A Pico Fuse 148151 08 FA FB FC FD FE Fuse 10 A Automotive Blade 148A142 05 F1 F2 F3A F3B Fuse 20 A Automotive Blade 148A142 Fuse 25 A Automotive Blade 148A142 07 Fuse 20 A In Line 148A127 Fuse 7 5 A Automotive Blade 148A142 04 Table 7 2 Assemblies Description Part Number Control Head Assy 8623118 01 Amplifier Assy 85361192 Amplifier PCB Assy 2005351 12 Relay PCB Assy 200C1049 Table 7 3 SS200 components Reference Designation Description Part Number T2 Transformer Output 120C165 03 Q3 Q4 Transistor Output 125467 Legend Sticker Card 8572294 04 RJ 11 Data Cable 146863 Power Harness 12 Conductor 175684 06 CB1 Circuit Breaker 2 50 A 8474176 Mounting Bracket Amplifier 85361059 Mounting Bracket Control Head 8623120 Installation Accessory Kit 85361 194 Microphone MNCT SB Remote Microphone Cable RMK Remote Microphone Cable with Volume Control RMK V Two Position Jumper 233A198 Right Angle Plug Relay 140338 07 30 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 Getting Technical Support For technical support please contact Service Department Federal Signal Corporation Phone 1 800 433 9132 Fax 1 800 343 9706 Email empserviceinfo fedsig com Returning a Product to Federal Signal Before returning a product to Federal Signal call 800 264 3578 800 433 9132 or
5. 5 Unplug and retain the TB2 right angle connector 6 Use a flat head screw driver to loosen the screw securing the red BAT wire from the lug on the board and remove the wire Removing the Relay Board See Figure 7 1 on page 31 1 Uselong nose pliers to grasp the ribbon cable JU1 directly above its black connector P1 on the board below Pull the cable straight out of the connector to avoid bending the pins 2 Remove and retain these fasteners that secure the relay board to the chassis a Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two 8 32 pan head screws securing the board to the metal standoffs 26 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 b Uselong nose pliers to grasp the locking tab on one of the plastic standoffs at a point slightly above the board Press the locking tab while gently pushing the board from underneath the tab until the corner of the board is free Repeat this step with the other plastic standoff 3 Remove the relay board from the chassis Removing the Amplifier Board See Figure 7 2 on page 32 1 Remove the relay board as described in the previous section 2 Unplug these wires to the amplifier board a Disconnect the red wires from J6 and J5 the brown wire from J10 and the black wire from J11 Note that one of the black wires from the transformer is unused b Disconnect the blue wire from J8 and the black wire from J9 c Unplug the 8 pin SIREN connector from J7 3 Tofree the board from the c
6. 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 recom mendations 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 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 federa
7. Tables Table 2 1 Kit contents list eee e RE rec EE a E ce ED e Ree o0 5 Table 4 1 O tp t ratingS coge ptt RR EE Er resi ou MD Dei Eds 13 Table 6 1 Slide switch functions nep ottiene e a dde ecect astaveedebdudedesabeddaszasavedeatncs 23 Table 6 2 Push button functions eret rrr e tipa ed e eb REL Fa abba Led e ERR aaka 23 Table 7 1 FuS88 ine e eH edite hri ped eer pedes 29 Table 7 2 Assemblies rna nein tae Eb pde ae aes 29 Table 7 3 SS200 components 2 2 xi eee i be E editi re edt ctus 29 Figures BlOCK WING o liete 2110 EE 2 Figure 2 1 Positions for the mounting bracket for the amplifier relay unit ssesssseeeeee 7 Figure 2 2 Installing the bracket for mounting above a surface ssssse 8 Figure 2 3 Mounting the control head sesesssseseseeeeeeeeeeeneee nennen enne enne nnnm Aa 8 Figure 3 1 Faceplate on the back of the SS200 amplifier relay unit sseeee 9 Figure 3 2 Power cable and fuse clip adapter in the amplifier relay unit 10 Fig re 3 3 Horn ring COnrectiors otio t eere e tecti pret indem e ec E tese eese nie eoe po cane debe 11 Figure 4 1 Right angle plug on TB2 on relay board ssssssseenm emere 14 Figure 4 2 Battery connections sssssssssssssssssssseee nennen nennen airaa Aa Aa anean ness ennt nent nnns n nenne nnns enn 15 Figure 5 1 Installing the keypad function labels
8. 8 32 SCREWS WITH TOOTHED WASHERS IN METAL STANDOFFS 2 290A615 32 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 Figure 7 2 Amplifier board bottom board 6 32 SCREW AND 6 SPLIT SIL PAD INSULATOR BETWEEN LOCKWASHER AT OUTPUT Q4 AND HEATSINK TRANSFORMER 2 SIL PAD INSULATOR BETWEEN RED SIREN WIRE J6 Q3 AND HEATSINK RED WIRE FROM TRANSFORMER TO J5 ON RELAY BOARD BLUE WIRE FROM Q3 TRANSFORMER J8 SHORT BLACK GROUND WIRE C39 D3 rI 1 4 PLASTIC STANDOFF 2 D4 ra Res e Re L 1040 i C14 _ uo Cg O ce C8 c C13 e E ILIO jM d Ll zm R4 R25 C34 C35 SOLDERED FUSE m R26 is F1 FOR CONTROL HEAD AND CABLE x LONG BLACH GROUND WIRE J9 FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP 1 4 METAL STANDOFF 2 29046157 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 33 Chart for Relay and Device Assignments Use this chart to record the devices assigned to each relay Relay K1 20 A max Relay K2 20 A max Relay K3 Two 20 A 40 A max Relay KA 10 A max Relay KB 10 A max Relay KC 10 A max Relay KD 10 A max Relay KE 10 A max YES NO Is Horn Ring Transfer used Is the Park Siren Deactivator Used aL aC 34 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 NOTES Hi Lo is a trademark of Illinois Tool Works Inc Sil Pad is a registered trademark of the The Bergquist C
9. FEMALE CLIP 290A5770B Transferring Horn Ring Control of Siren Tones The horn ring is transferred in slide switch position 2 peak and hold tone and position 3 cycles between wail and yelp tones The slide switch positions are not programmable For this procedure obtain a SPST relay of enough contact current capacity to activate the vehicle horn To use the Horn Ring Control of siren tones such as Tap II push on push off and other siren features 1 Cut the wire that connects the vehicle s horn ring switch to the horn or horn relay Figure 3 3 on page 11 Splice the white yellow wire from the power cable to the horn ring side of the wire that you cut in step 1 Insulate the splice with a wire nut NOTICE DETERMINE CURRENT FOR HORN The horn ring transfer circuit of the siren can switch a maximum of 2 A Some vehicles do not have a horn relay and consequently will draw more than 2 A 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 A perform step 3 If it is greater than 2 A perform steps 4 through 10 Chapter 3 Connecting the Power Cable 3 Splice the white wire from the power cable to the horn side of the cut wire Insulate the splice with a wire nut Obtain a SPST relay of enough contact current capacity to activate the vehicle horn Mount the relay in a suitable location Connect th
10. L8 Letty LIGHTS m LAO NO NC C L AUX OUTPUTS as FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP SmartSirenr SS200 U S PATENTS 5 296 840 OTHER PAT S PENDING 290A5769B Connecting One or Two Speakers The SS200 is designed to operate with one or two 11 ohm impedance speakers The single speaker or pair can be either low power 58 W or high power 100 W Connecting One 100 W Speaker 1 Use 18 AWG wire to connect one speaker lead to the blue lead from the power cable 2 Use 18 AWG wire to connect the other speaker lead to the single brown lead from the power cable Do not connect to the brown zip cord Connecting One 58 W Speaker 1 Use 18 AWG wire to connect one speaker lead to the blue lead from the power cable 2 Use 18 AWG wire to connect the other speaker lead to the orange lead from the power cable 10 Chapter 3 Connecting the Power Cable Connecting Two 58 W or 100 W Speakers Two speakers must be connected in parallel and in phase to the blue wire and single brown wire from the power cable Figure 3 2 Power cable and fuse clip adapter in the amplifier relay unit BLU SPEAKER COMMON SPEAKER LOW POWER 58 W SPEAKER HIGH POWER 100 W NEG AT FUSIBLE LINK POS FUSE BLOCK HORN RING WHT YEL NOT USED PARK DEACTIVATE HORN SLIP THE MALE CLIP OVER THE FUSE INSERT THE CLIP INTO THE FUSE BLOCK ATTACH THE RED WIRE WITH THE
11. affected the vehicle operation or changed any vehicle safety functions or circuits 20 Chapter 5 Final Inspection and Installation Do not test the sound and light system of the vehicle while driving Operating the vehicle warning systems may pose a hazard to the operator and other drivers if the systems do not function as expected Test the vehicle only in a controlled environment After testing is complete provide a copy of these instructions to the instructional staff and all operating personnel Distributing the Safety Message Card Give the operator of the SS200 Siren System the card entitled Safety Message to Operators of Federal Signal Light Sound Systems part no 256B691 Figure 5 2 The operator must read and understand the safety instructions and keep the card in the vehicle for reference Applying the Siren Safety Labels in the Vehicle The SS200 Siren System kit includes a sheet of two labels with siren safety messages part no 1612339 Figure 5 2 These labels must be installed in the vehicle in which the system is installed Place these labels in areas that are clearly visible to operators and passengers Do not adhere the labels to locations that would impair the driver s ability to operate the vehicle Never install the labels in areas where air bags may deploy Figure 5 2 Safety message card left and siren safety labels right f N SIGNAL BEP DIVISION Federal Signal Corporation Sirens produce loud sounds
12. bottom row on the control head Figure 6 1 on page 22 To connect a common microphone refer to the instructions provided with the audio switching device Con nect the audio switching device to the relay KD output 17 18 Chapter 5 Final Inspection and Installation Topics Mounting and Testing the Amplifier Relay Unit Applying the Replaceable Keypad Function Labels Testing the Installation Distributing the Safety Message Card Applying the Siren Safety Labels in the Vehicle Mounting and Testing the Amplifier Relay Unit 1 Secure the amplifier relay unit to the mounting bracket with the BLACK 1 4 20 x 1 2 hex head screws and 1 4 split lockwashers Figure 2 1 on page 7 Ensure all fasteners are properly tightened Before connecting to the power source visually check all connections and wiring Ensure that there are no loose wire strands or other bare wires that may cause a short circuit Also all wires must be protected from any sharp edges which could eventually cut through the insulation 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 Connect all black ground wires from the SS200 to the fusible link on the front fender Ensure that all mechanical and electrical connections are secure A WARNING FIRE HAZARD Do NOT connect this system
13. description of the keypad functions To apply the labels 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 5 1 Verify that the label is properly tucked under the retaining ridge on the push button Figure 5 1 Installing the keypad function labels LEGEND INSERT Ta Ds REMOVED 22 FROM SHEET PAL LEGEND SHEET A BLANK KEYPADS LEGEND INSERTED KEYBOARD 290A5775B Testing the Installation SOUND HAZARD AII effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds 120 dB that may cause permanent hearing loss Always minimize your exposure to the sound of the siren and horn and wear hearing protection Do not sound the siren or horn indoors or in enclosed areas where you and others will be exposed to the sound 4 WARNING LIGHT HAZARD To be an effective warning device an emergency warning system produces bright light that can be hazardous to your eyesight when viewed at a close range Do not stare directly into the lights at a close range or permanent damage to your eyesight may occur 4 WARNING After testing the installation test the emergency warning system to ensure that it is operating properly Also test all vehicle functions including horn operation vehicle safety functions and vehicle lighting systems to ensure proper operation Ensure that the installation has not
14. from the twelve pin connector pin 4 connected to the fusible link at YES This is the ONLY chassis ground allowed for this wire 3 AUXILIARY RELAY SIREN POWER Is an 8 AWG to 10 AWG wire connected to the load side of the 50 100 A circuit breakers Route the wire 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 A circuit breaker Use an 8 AWG wire with the 100 A circuit breaker Contents Important Wiring Information 2 1er eter rie donc eL utente tune ce dd udo eode ca anna dn Dunn uci dac addin a nans 2 Chapter 1 Overview of the Model SS200 ccccseseeeeeee cesses eneeeeseeneseeeeeeeseneeeaneeeeseseeneneeeeseeseesneeeeneess 1 aieelieae c 1 System Specificatioris rac a d XEM a a Rn aid ae aaa Eaa ae Rap ab PN RR RE ERREUR 2 Insee 2 Relay Specifications inei d cepi edat eod eic edat d e eda e E E e ages 2 Chapter 2 Mounting the SS200 System euis eseeeeeeeses essen sne nnn nnnnnn tnnt nnn nsn nnnm n nnn nnn 3 Safety Messages to Installers of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens sseeeeee 3 Unpacking the S5200 System 2 t etit D e oes akaida ada Ps du e et aata dg du Dos 5 S
15. of relay KD 6 Momentary on off control of relay KE 24 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 Topics Safety Messages to Personnel Servicing Federal Signal Electronic Sirens Disassembling and Servicing the Amplifier Relay Unit Reassembling the Amplifier Relay Unit Testing the SS200 Getting Replacement Parts Getting Technical Support Returning a Product to Federal Signal Chart for Relay and Device Assignments Safety Messages to Personnel Servicing Federal Signal Electronic Sirens 4 WARNING The lives of people depend on your proper servicing of Federal Signal products It is important to read and follow all instructions 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 automo tive 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 electronic technician 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
16. or from longer exposures to moderately loud sounds For hearing conservation guidance refer to federal state or local recom mendations 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 complete and you have verified 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 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 25 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 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 Disassembling and Servicin
17. that may damage hearing Roll up windows Wear hearing protection Use only for emergency response e Avoid exposure to siren sound outside of vehicle Although your warning system is operating Refer to instructions or call 1 800 433 9132 properly it may not be completely effective People may not hear see or heed your warning signal You must recognize this fact and continue driving cautiously Peoples lives depend on your safe use of our products Listed below are some important safety instructions and precautions you should follow Also situations may occur which obstruct your warning signal when natural or man made objects Sirens produce loud sounds that are between your vehicle and others such as may damage hearing raising your hood or trunk lid If these situations A occur be especially careful e Roll up windows All effective sirens and horns produce loud Wear hearing protection sounds which may cause in certain situations e maneri keai les Yeu ahd your Casos Use only for emergency response gers should consider taking appropriate safety e Avoid exposure to siren sound precautions such as wearing hearing protection outside of vehicle At the start of your shift you should ensure that Refer to instructions or call 1 800 433 9132 the light sound system is securely attached to the vehicle and operating properly ftis important that you fully understand how to IMPORTANT NOT
18. the circuit breakers Figure 4 2 Figure 4 2 Battery connections TWO 50A CIRCUIT JUMPER ON BATTERY SIDE BREAKERS CB1 FROM INTERFACE RELAY JUMPER ON LOAD FOR TOTAL LOAD SIDE P N 233A198 Pla BER CURRENT gt 50 A 4 f Y 9 RED 8 10 AWG WIRE Eia TO LUG ON RELAY A f A ADI BOARD e FUSIBLE LINK TO NEGATIVE 9 o3 BATTERY TERMINAL FROM POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL gt 8 AWG RED fe BATTERY Rm afl CHASSIS SAOB N GROUND Rn REQUIRED FOR AUXILIARY RELAYS 29045773B NOTICE DO NOT EXCEED FUSE CURRENT RATINGS Never exceed the current ratings of the fuses The installation of higher current fuses WILL damage the unit and void the warranty Connect the wires from the lightbar or accessories to the terminals at TB1 or TB2 as applicable Figure 3 1 on page 9 All wire connections for TB2 are made with the right angle plug Figure 4 1 on page 15 For relay designations see the faceplate on the SS200 Refer to the instructions packed with the lightbar or accessory for proper wire gauge current requirements and any additional instruc tions Do not exceed fuse ratings shown in Table 4 1 on page 13 15 16 Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories NOTE Although output 3 is rated at 40 A the circuit is protected by two 20 A fuses that are connected in parallel TB1 3 output 3 has two terminals in parallel to obtain the 40 A rating 8 When the current requirement for LIGHTS 3 e
19. the fuse labeled FE output E can be isolated from the 12 V battery supply for switching other POSITIVE voltages After assigning devices to the relays record them on the chart on page 33 14 Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories To complete the wiring to the lightbar or accessories 1 Remove the cover from the SS200 by loosening the two 8 32 hex washer head screws on the bottom of the unit Slide the cover to expose the relay board and terminal strips NOTICE REVERSE POLARITY Reverse polarity may damage the relay board To avoid damage to the board ensure that the polarity is correct Use a flat head screwdriver to loosen the lug on the relay board Figure 4 1 Strip 1 4 inch of insulation from a red wire that is a minimum 10 AWG Use an 8 AWG red wire if the total load currents of the lightbar and auxiliary lights exceed 50 A Route the wire through the hole in the SS200 faceplate labeled BAT and insert it the under the screw in the lug Tighten the screw NOTICE CONNECTION PRECAUTION It is important to make a good connection at the lug terminal because the red wire provides the power source for all switched lighting functions NOTICE WIRING PRECAUTION To avoid damage to the equipment do not make any connections to the battery until all other wiring is completed Figure 4 1 Right angle plug on TB2 on relay board LUG FOR BAT WIRE MATING CONNECTOR 1 LOOSEN
20. 800 824 0254 to obtain a Returned Merchandise Authorization number RMA number To expedite the process please be pre pared with the following information e Your Federal Signal customer or account number The purchase order number under which the items were purchased e The shipping method The model or part number of the product being returned The quantity of products being returned Drop ship information as needed e Any estimate required When you receive your RMA Number e Write the RMA number on the outside of the box of returned items Reference the RMA number on your paperwork inside of the box Write the RMA number down so that you can easily check on status of the returned equipment Send all material with the issued RMA number to Federal Signal Corporation Public Safety Systems 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park IL 60484 3167 Attn Service Department RMA Z Federal Signal Corporation 800 433 9132 phone 800 343 9706 fax www fedsig com Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 31 LUG FOR RED 8 OR 10 AWG WIRE THOUGH BAT HOLE IN FACEPLATE Figure 7 1 Relay board top board LOCKING TAB ON PLASTIC RIBBON CABLE JU1 TO J1 ON STANDOFF 2 AMPLIFIER BOARD FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP UNIVERSITY PARK IL RNL C RI EL ec CC e KC T I CR4 CR6 aap toad Fl FA F3B F3A F2 the i en A Bo DE FAXO TB1 RELAY BOARD 2001049E O MADE IN U S A O
21. FEDERAL SIGNAL Public Safety Systems Model SS200 Series Electronic Siren Light Control System Installation and Service Manual 255370D REV D 911 Printed in U S A Important Wiring Information 4 WARNING The Federal Signal SvanrSiREN Model SS200 is an advanced microprocessor based siren system Unlike conventional siren systems the Model SS200 WILL malfunction or operate incorrectly if you fail to follow proper installation procedures Refer to the wiring diagram below and pay special attention to the Wiring Checklist For complete wiring instructions see Chapter 3 on page 9 and Chapter 4 on page 13 BT CONTROL HEAD AMPLIFIER RELAY UNIT 1 RELAY SWITCHED POWER TO LIGHTS m SIREN BAT JUMPER USED ONLY WHEN TOTAL LOAD CURRENT IS RELAY SWITCHED POWER GREATER THAN 50 AMPS TO AUXILIARY DEVICES moo um 120 110 100 RED 8 10 AWG MIN CIRCUIT BREAKERS 0 4 0 AUXILIARY RELAYS 50 AMP 50 AMP Q D 4 RED M NEG POS FUSE BLOCK VEHICLE BATTERY 20 AMP SWITCHED IGNITION LINE CAPABLE CON ERONE SERE OF CARRYING AN ADDITIONAL 20A i 290A5763B Block wiring diagram Wiring Checklist 1 Is the red wire from the twelve pin SIREN connector pin 6 connected to a point on YES the fuse block that is powered in the RUN and START positions Use an in line 20 A fuse the front fender between the negative NEG battery terminal and chassis ground 2 Is the black wire
22. ICE TO INSTALLER safely operate this warning system before use THESE LABELS MUST BE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE on You srlould only operate your vehicle and its which this siren system is being installed light sound system in accordance with your department s Standard Operating Procedure iei P 3 Install the labels in areas that are clearly visible to operators and passengers Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in property damage serious injury or death to you to g a 3 S 2 passengers or to others Do not install these labels in locations that would impair the operators ability to operate the vehicle RETAIN AND REFER TO THIS MESSAGE A Never install these labels in areas where airbags may deploy Chapter 6 Operating the SS200 Topics B Safety Messages to Operators of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens and Sound Light Systems B Operating the Control head Safety Messages to Operators of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens and Sound Light Systems A WARNING The lives of people depend on your safe operation 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 Qualifications To properly use an electronic siren and speaker s you must have a good understanding of general vehicle operation a high proficiency in t
23. QUIRES VENTILATION The SS200 amplifier unit needs to radiate heat Do not install it in an area where it cannot dissipate heat into the air Do not mount the unit near a heater duct or under the hood When selecting a mounting location for the Model SS200 amplifier relay unit and the control head keep in mind any limitations due to cable length Before performing any installation see the block wiring diagram on the inside front cover and plan all wiring and cable routing Suggested mounting locations for the amplifier relay unit are under the dash under the front seat or in the trunk under the rear deck near the rear seat speakers To maintain the reliability of the amplifier relay unit which is cooled by natural air flow ensure that there is enough room for the flow of air Installing the Mounting Bracket for the Amplifier Relay Unit This section has instructions for installing the mounting bracket for the amplifier relay unit in preparation for mounting the unit after all electrical connections are completed The bracket enables the unit to be easily removed for wiring and servicing NOTICE DRILLING PRECAUTIONS Before drilling holes check that the area you are drilling into to be sure that you do not damage vehicle components All drilled holes should be deburred and all sharp edges should be smoothed All wire routings going through drilled holes should be protected by a grommet or convolute split loom tubing 1 Use the mounti
24. SCREW SCREWDRIVER 2 INSERT STRIPPED WIRE INTO CONNECTOR CONNECTOR D P 2 gt D ED 3 TIGHTEN SCREW RIGHT ANGLE PLUG STRIPPED WIRES 290A5788B Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories Route the 8 AWG or 10 AWG red wire from the lug on the relay board through the 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 completed A WARNING DO NOT EXCEED CURRENT RATING OF CB1 When making the following connections never exceed the current rating of the circuit break ers CB1 near the battery Figure 4 2 Failure to heed this notice will result in a shutdown of the vehicle warning system that could lead to serious injury to death to the driver or others If the total load current is less than 50 A protect the 10 AWG wire from the lug on the relay board with with a 50 A circuit breaker If the total load current is greater than 50 A protect the 8 AWG wire from the lug on the circuit board with two circuit breakers CB1 rated at 50 A each The single breaker or the pair Federal Signal P N 8474A176 or equivalent should be connected as close as practical to the positive battery terminal To use the Federal Signal 50 A circuit breakers as a 100 A 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
25. ansferred only in slide switch positions 2 and 3 of the control head which are non programmable Public address PA is available with a Federal Signal Model MNCT SB microphone or with a common microphone Push button 5 on the control head can be used as a common microphone relay to power an installer supplied audio switching device Radio rebroadcast is not available Eight relay outputs are available for control of lightbars other auxiliary lights and accessories The SS200 is not programmable For programmable features we recommend Models SS2000SS and SS2000SM Installation and Connections The SS200 may be installed in the trunk under the seat or under the dash of any vehicle with a 12 volt NEGATIVE ground electrical system Installation and service is simplified through plug in ca bles and printed circuit boards The siren circuits are protected by an in line fuse that is replaceable without tools Relay outputs are protected by individual fuses The control head and the SS200 are connected through a telephone type four conductor cable with standard modular phone connectors at both ends for simple installation Chapter 1 Overview of the Model SS200 System Specifications Input Voltage Polarity Operating Temperature Range Standby Current Dimensions Amplifier Relay Unit Height Width Length Net Weight Control Head Height Width Length Net Weight Shipping Weight Siren Specifications Operating Current no lamps on Freq
26. e horn side of the wire cut in step 1 to the relay contact terminal Noo wn Ss Determine the sense of the vehicle s horn ring activation circuit Does the horn circuit require a switched positive voltage or switched ground for activation 8 Connect the switched relay contact terminal to the positive or negative potential you determined in step 7 9 Connectthe white wire from the power cable to one end of the relay coil 10 Connectthe other end of the relay coil to the opposite potential of that connected to the switched relay contact terminal in step 8 Figure 3 3 Horn ring connections VEHICLE HORNS STEERING COLUMN RELAY USER SUPPLIED WHT YEL TO HORN SWITCH 290A5771B Connecting the Park Siren Deactivator IMPORTANT It is the installer s responsibility to determine an appropriate location in the vehicle circuitry to connect the gray PARK DEACTIVATE wire Figure 3 2 on page 10 This feature uses the PARK DEACTIVATE wire to automatically deactivate siren tones when the vehicle is shifted into PARK 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 Connecting to the Power Source The SS200 must operate from a 12 volt NEGATIVE ground vehicle electrical system Therefore before making any electrical connections verify the polarity of the vehicle s electrical system ground NOTE Transient noise pulses caused by the automotive pow
27. electing the Location of the Amplifier Relay Unit eene 6 Installing the Mounting Bracket for the Amplifier Relay Unit esee 6 Mounting the Control Head sssssssseeeeeeen emen mener ennrrneennnrnen nnne ener nennen nenne 7 Chapter 3 Connecting the Power Cable eeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeennn nen nnn nn nnnm nnns n nnne tnnt nn nnn 9 Connecting One or Two Speakers esssssessisese essen nennen entere nennen enne nennen nnnm 9 Transferring Horn Ring Control of Siren Tones sssessssseeenmeemem eene 10 Connecting the Park Siren Deactivator sssssssssssseeeen eene eene nennen 11 Connecting to the Power OOU O a T r a a a aa A a eene eee rennen nente esent nnne enne nnne enne 11 Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories eee 13 Connecting the Lightbar and Auxiliary Lights seennm mmm enne 13 Connecting the Control Head ii eret epi ie TEE eer a Eee Hr E opes 16 Gonnectirig a MICFOp IOFIe oorrexi pxiteg e reser eene exerit 16 Connecting a Common Microphone esssesseeeeeneem eem eene nennen nennen enne nnne enne 17 Chapter 5 Final Inspection and Installation eeeeeeeeseeeeeeseeeeeeee enne eene nnne nnne nnn nnns 18 Mounting and Testing the Amplifier Relay Unit seeennn mmm 18 Applying the Replaceable Keypad Labels
28. er system or surge currents due to switching inductive or incandescent lamp loads may cause malfunctions in the SS200 if proper wire routing is not followed The red positive power cable lead from the amplifier relay unit should be as short and direct as possible to the fuse block or installer supplied switch The switch must have a current capacity of at least 20 A Do not splice to accessory power leads 11 12 Chapter 3 Connecting the Power Cable The black negative power cable lead from the amplifier relay unit should be as short and direct to the fus ible link on the front fender as possible Do not splice to accessory negative black leads IMPORTANT The SS200 does not have an on off switch If power for the SS200 is obtained directly from the vehicle battery the system will continuously draw approximately 0 5 A and will eventually discharge the vehicle s battery It is RECOMMENDED that power for the amplifier relay unit be obtained from a vehicle cir cuit that is powered in the RUN and START positions Power can also be obtained from an installer supplied switch with a current capacity of at least 20 A NOTICE DRILLING PRECAUTIONS Before drilling holes check that the area you are drilling into to be sure that you do not damage vehicle components All drilled holes should be deburred and all sharp edges should be smoothed All wire routings going through drilled holes should be protected by a grommet or convolute split loo
29. g the Amplifier Relay Unit The control boards in the amplifier relay unit can be removed for replacement or service For replacement boards see Table 7 3 on page 36 When replacing small components use care when soldering Heat eas ily damages transistors capacitors and circuit boards It is therefore advisable to use long nose pliers or a similar heat sink on the lead you are soldering The SS200 consists of two circuit boards stacked on top of each other The top board is the relay board and the bottom board is the amplifier board To remove the bottom board you must first remove the top board NOTICE DISCONNECT RED WIRES TO SS200 BEFORE SERVICING To avoid damage to the amplifier relay unit disconnect both red wires to the SS200 at the battery before servicing NOTICE To prevent ESD electrostatic discharge damage to the circuitry wear an anti static wrist strap that is properly grounded Removing the Amplifier Relay Unit from the Vehicle for Service 1 Unplug from the amplifier relay unit the keypad eleven pin SIREN connector and microphone 2 Toremove the amplifier relay unit from the mounting bracket remove and retain the 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head screws 1 4 split lockwashers and 1 4 20 hex nuts as shown in Figure 2 1 on page 7 3 Loosen the two 8 32 hex washer head screws from the bottom of the chassis and slide the case off the unit 4 Use aflat head screwdriver to loosen the screws at terminal strips TB1 LIGHTS
30. hassis a Remove the metal standoffs with a 1 4 inch nut driver and retain them b Remove the plastic standoffs with a 1 4 inch nut driver and retain them c Remove and retain the 6 32 screws and 6 split lockwashers securing the board to the two output transistors Q3 and Q4 4 Remove the amplifier board from the chassis Replacing the Fuse for the Control Head and Cable A soldered sub miniature fuse F1 on the amplifier board provides short circuit protection for the con trol head and cable F1 is located next to the MIC jack J3 on the amplifier board Figure 7 3 on page 36 The failure of F1 although unlikely causes the SS200 to be completely inoperative If you suspect that the fuse has failed 1 Remove the amplifier board as described in the previous section 2 Check the fuse for continuity with an ohmmeter 3 Replace the failed fuse with the same type and amperage listed in Table 7 1 on page 29 NOTE Failure of the control head fuse is usually the result of a shorted control head cable or damage to the the control head cable during installation Ensure that the cause of the failure of F1 is located and repaired before reapplying power to the control head Replacing the Output Transistors The 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 unsquelched radio or music for long periods will also have a detrimental effect on the
31. he use of safety warning equipment and thorough knowl edge of state and federal UNIFORM TRAFFIC CODES Sound Hazards 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 roll up your windows and wear hearing protec tion 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 Sound Limitations 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 installation is less effective at warning others Maximum sound output will be severely reduced if any objects are in front of the speaker If your installation has obstructions in front of the speaker drive even more cautiously Frequently inspect the speaker to ensure that it is clear of any obstruction such as mud or snow which will reduce maximum sound out
32. he vehicle controls and microphone to be oper ated safely under all driving conditions Failure to heed this warning could result in driver distraction or driver error while operating the vehicle The hinged mounting bracket enables you to mount the control head in a variety of positions If you posi tion the bracket above the control head for example you can mount it on the underside of the dash If you position the bracket below the control head you can mount it on any horizontal surface After mounting the control head you can adjust its angle forward and backward 7 8 Chapter 2 Mounting the SS200 System To mount the control head with the bracket 1 Attach one half of the bracket to the control head with the 6 Hi Lo screws and 6 lockwashers Figure 2 2 Installing the bracket for mounting above a surface Pd HALF OF BRACKET ASSEMBLY 6 LOCKWASHERS 4 2 6 HI LO SCREW 4 N em 4 INSTALL WITH HINGES FACING UP FOR MOUNTING BENEATH DASH 290A5767B 2 Attach the other half of the mounting bracket to the hinge with the 10 32 x 7 16 cap head screws and 10 lockwashers Figure 2 3 Mounting the control head 10 32 x 7 16 CAP HEAD SCREW 2 9 10 THREAD FORMING SCREWS 2 HALF OF BRACKET ASSEMBLY 10 LOCKWASHERS 2 290A5768B NOTICE DRILLING PRECAUTIONS Before drilling holes check that the area you are drilling into to be sure that you do not dam age vehicle compone
33. l 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 shav ings present in or near the unit 4 Chapter 2 Mounting the SS200 System 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 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 maxi mum signaling effectiveness and minimizes the sound reaching the vehicle s occupants Refer to the National Institute of Justice guide 500 00 for further i
34. m tubing Power for the amplifier relay unit can be obtained from the vehicle s fuse block or a 20 A fused switched circuit When obtaining 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 1 After planning where to route the cables drill a routing hole for cables and leads 2 Smooth and deburr the hole and insert a grommet in the hole 3 Route the red power cable lead to the fuse block or installer supplied switch When you route the red lead to the fuse block install the supplied fuse clip adapter as described in the next three steps and in Figure 3 2 on page 10 a Slip the fuse clip adapter over the fuse b 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 A c Attach the power cable s red wire on the fuse clip 4 To protect the wires use the in line fuse holder and 20 A fuse The fuse holder and fuse should be installed in the red lead as close as practical to the power source NOTICE WIRING PRECAUTION To avoid damage to the equipment do not make any connections to the battery until all other wiring is completed 5 Route the black power cable lead through the drilled hole into the engine compartment and th
35. nformation 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 review ing a vehicle wiring diagram available from the vehicle manufacturer Insure that your installation will not affect vehicle operation and safety functions or circuits Always check vehicle for proper opera tion 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 Te
36. ng bracket as a template to scribe two drill position marks at the selected mounting location Figure 2 1 on page 7 2 Drill two mounting holes at the drill position marks 3 Secure the mounting bracket to the mounting surface with the 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head screws 1 4 split lockwashers and 1 4 20 hex nuts as shown in Figure 2 f NOTE The 14 thread forming screws may be used instead of the 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head screws Chapter 2 Mounting the SS200 System Figure 2 1 Positions for the mounting bracket for the amplifier relay unit 1 4 20 HEX NUT 2 1 4 SPLIT 1 4 20 X 3 4 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 2 COCKWASHER S OPTIONAL 14 THREAD FORMING SCREWS MAY BE SUBSTITUTED SUPPLIED MOUNTING BRACKET 1 THE 1 4 x 7 16 HEX HD CAP SCREW WITH LOCKWASHER MUST BE USED AS SHOWN A LONGER SCREW WILL DAMAGE THE CIRCUITRY AMPLIFIER RELAY UNIT La 1 4 x 7 16 HEX HD CAP SCREW BLACK 2 NOTE ONLY ONE BRACKET IS SUPPLIED 1 4 SPLIT LOCKWASHER 290A5766B Mounting the Control Head 4 WARNING DO NOT MOUNT UNIT ON PADDED SURFACE Unreliable switch activation and loss of tactile feedback will result if the method of mounting the control head allows movement Do not mount the control head on padded surfaces Failure to heed this warning could result in driver distraction or driver error while operating the vehicle 4 WARNING LOCATING OPERATOR CONTROLS Choose a location for the control head that allows t
37. nts All drilled holes should be deburred and all sharp edges should be smoothed All wire routings going through drilled holes should be protected by a grommet or convolute split loom tubing 3 Use the mounting bracket as a template and scribe two drill positioning marks at the selected mount ing location 4 Drill two mounting holes at the position marks 5 Secure the mounting bracket to the surface with the 10 thread forming screws 6 To adjust the angle of the control head loosen the hinge screws tilt the control head forward or back ward then securely tighten the screws Chapter 3 Connecting the Power Cable Topics B Connecting One or Two Speakers W Transferring the Horn Ring Control of Siren Tones E Connecting the Park Siren Deactivator B Connecting to the Power Source This chapter describes how to connect the leads from the SS200 power cable Additional wire the same gauge or heavier may be spliced to the leads if needed See Figure 3 2 on page 10 for the functions and colors of the cable leads The power cable has a twelve pin plug that mates with the connector on the face plate of the amplifier relay unit Figure 3 1 The cable is supplied with a 20 A in line fuse NOTE Fold and insulate these unused power cable leads the purple wire from pin 8 and the brown radio wires from pins 9 and 12 Figure 3 1 Faceplate on the back of the SS200 amplifier relay unit 12 PIN CONNEC TOR TB1 TB2
38. ompany E FEDERAL SIGNAL Safety and Security Systems Advancing security and well being 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park IL 60466 3195 Tel 800 264 3578 e Fax 800 682 8022 www fedsig com 2008 Federal Signal Corporation
39. output transistors and is therefore not recommended We recommend that both output transistors be replaced should only one device prove to be defective This practice will en sure long periods of service between failures When installing a new output transistor ensure that the Sil Pad insulator is installed between the heat sink and transistor Figure 7 2 on page 32 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 27 Reassembling the Amplifier Relay Unit NOTICE To prevent ESD electrostatic discharge damage to the control boards wear anti static wrist strap that is properly grounded To reinstall the circuit boards begin with the amplifier board Make sure all connectors are properly seated Reinstalling the Amplifier Board See Figure 7 2 on page 32 1 Secure the amplifier board to the chassis NOTICE DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN FASTENERS To avoid damage to the circuit board do not overtighten the fasteners a To prevent the SIREN and ground wires from being caught between the chassis and the case route the wires so that they exit between J11 and the transformer Place the amplifier board on the standoffs Center the holes in the board over the holes in the standoffs and output transistors Insert and tighten the metal standoffs using the 1 4 inch nut driver Insert and tighten the plastic standoffs using the 1 4 inch nut driver Insert a 6 32 screw with a 6 split lockwasher into each of the two output transistors Q3 and Q4 Tigh
40. ptacle on the back of the amplifier relay unit To provide strain relief secure it with installer supplied clamps or wire ties 3 Insert the other modular connector in the receptacle on the control head To provide strain relief se cure it with installer supplied clamps or wire ties Connecting a Microphone The SS200 is not supplied with a microphone A Federal Signal Model MNCT SB microphone can be plugged into the microphone jack MIC on the faceplate of the amplifier relay unit If the amplifier relay unit is remotely mounted the Model RMK microphone extension kit is available from Federal Signal Model RMK V has volume control Both models include a 20 foot extension cable with phone plug jack and dashboard mounting bracket Carefully route the extension cable from the microphone and the cable for the control head through the vehicle Secure the cables with installer supplied clamps and ties Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories Connecting a Common Microphone If the PA and RADIO transmitter are to share a common microphone the audio switching must be per formed by an installer supplied switching device that is activated by 12 Vdc and rated at 1 A or less For the common microphone you can use relay KD to provide 12 Vdc to the switching device Because the SS200 cannot be reprogrammed push button 5 which turns on and off relay KD is used to control the common microphone Push button 5 is the middle of the
41. put Signaling Limitations Be aware that the use of your visual and audible 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 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 21 22 Chapter 6 Operating the SS200 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 especially careful Driving Limitations e Atthe start of your shift you should ensure that the light sound system is securely attached to the vehicle and operating properly e If the 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 f driving conditions require your full attention 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 re
42. rough existing clamps and holders toward the fusible link on the front fender Do not make any connec tions to the battery until all other wiring is complete Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories Topics B Connecting the Lightbar and Auxiliary Lights B Connecting the Control Head B Connecting a Microphone B Connecting a Common Microphone Connecting the Lightbar and Auxiliary Lights The SS200 has two terminal strips TB1 and TB2 for the control of lightbars auxiliary lights and acces sories A total of eight fused relay controlled 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 For additional precautions and details refer to the installation instructions provided with the lightbar or auxiliary light Fuse current ratings and suggested uses for each output are shown in Table 4 1 Table 4 1 Output ratings Output Terminal Fuse Rating Relay Suggested Applications LIGHTS 1 F1 20A K1 Rear flashing lights LIGHTS 2 F2 20A K2 Front flashing or secondary warning lights LIGHTS 3 F3A and F3B Two 20 A K3 Rotating or primary lights 40 A total A E FA FB FC 10 A each KA KB KC Auxiliary lights takedown FD FE KD KE alley etc NOTE Output E provides both normally open normally closed NO NC and common contacts By re moving
43. st all vehicle functions including horn operation vehicle safety functions and vehicle light sys tems 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 operat ing 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 RETAIN AND REFER TO THIS MESSAGE Chapter 2 Mounting the SS200 System Unpacking the SS200 System After unpacking the SS200 System examine it for damage that may have occurred in transit If the product has been damaged file a claim immediately with the carrier stating the extent of damage Carefully check all envelopes shipping labels and tags before removing or destroying them Ensure that the parts listed in the Table 2 1 are contained in the packing carton Table 2 1 Kit contents list Description Part Number Plug Right Angle 140338 07 Cable Assy Telephone 25 ft 146863 Label Warning Siren Speaker 1612339 Power Cable Assy SmartSiren 175684 06 Terminal Fuse Adapter 224256 Terminal Mini ATF Adapter 224260 Term QD 250 RCPT 22 18 224A216 01 Jumper Two Position
44. sult in property damage serious injury or death to you to passengers or to others Operating the Control Head The SS200 control head is designed to help the operator select functions Each control head switch is recessed and guides the operator s finger to the switch s center When the operator presses a button the selection is confirmed by tactile feedback a click is felt a beep sounds and the button lights up For the functions of the slide switch and push buttons see Tables 6 1 and 6 2 on page 23 NOTE The slide switch is independent of the push button controls Figure 6 1 Control head keypad PUSH PUSH PUSH BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON 1 2 3 PUSH PUSH PUSH BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON 4 5 6 OFF SW i SW2 3SWS3 290A5792B Chapter 6 Operating the SS200 23 Table 6 1 Slide switch functions Slide Switch Position Function OFF K1 K2 K3 off no siren tone 1 K1 on K2 K3 off no siren tone 2 K1 K2 on K3 off no siren tone Horn ring transfer activates peak and hold 3 K1 K2 K3 on siren tone enabled Horn ring transfer activates cycles between wail and yelp Table 6 2 Push button functions Push Button Function 1 Activates deactivates the wail siren tone in slide switch position 3 2 Activates deactivates the yelp siren tone in slide switch position 3 3 Activates the air horn tone 4 Changes with each press of the button from relay KA KB and KC 5 On off control
45. sure that the jumper if installed between the two terminals of TB1 3 will not short to the chassis Plug the right angle connector into the connector at TB2 Reconnect the wires at the terminal strips TB1 LIGHTS and TB2 AUX OUTPUTS NOTICE CORRECTLY POSITION VENT SLOTS Excess heat can damage the unit When reassembling ensure that the cover s vent slots are positioned over the transformer Slide the cover onto the chassis and secure it with the two hex head screws Reinstall the amplifier relay unit in its mounting bracket in the vehicle Testing the SS200 A WARNING SOUND HAZARD 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 NOTICE TEST SPEAKER Make certain that the speaker is not defective before installing the repaired SS200 After servicing is complete perform a test of all functions to ensure the siren is operating properly Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 29 Getting Replacement Parts To order replacement parts call Mobile Systems Customer Support at 1 800 264 3578 7 am to 5 PM Mon day through Friday CT or contact your nearest distributor For a list of replacement parts see the tables on the next page Table 7 1 Fuses
46. ten the screws 2 Plugin these internal wires a b f g Plug the 8 pin SIREN connector into J7 Plug the red SIREN wire into J6 Plug the red wire from the transformer into J5 Plug the brown wire from the transformer into J10 Plug the short black ground wire into J11 Plug the blue wire from the transformer into J8 Plug the long black ground wire into J9 Reinstalling the Relay Board and Vehicle Connections See Figure 7 1 on page 31 1 Grasp the ribbon cable JU1 directly above the pins Insert the pins straight into J1 on the ampli fier board Make sure the pins are correctly seated 2 Insert the auxiliary output connector into its cutout in the chassis 3 Place the board on the standoffs 4 Secure the relay board to the chassis 28 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS200 6 T NOTICE DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN FASTENERS To avoid damage to the circuit board do not overtighten the fasteners a b Press gently on the edges of the board near the standoffs to lock the plastic tabs on the board Reinsert and tighten the two 8 32 screws securing the board to the metal standoffs Reconnect these wires to the relay board from the vehicle a Reconnect the red BAT wire at the lug 4 WARNING SHOCK HAZARD 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 en
47. to the vehicle battery until ALL other electrical connections are made and mounting of all components is complete Failure to observe this WARNING may result in fire burns and blindness 4 WARNING FIRE HAZARD If wires are shorted to the vehicle frame or each other high current conductors can cause haz ardous sparks resulting in electrical fires and molten metal Verify that no short circuits exist before connecting to the positive battery terminal Failure to observe this WARNING may result in fire burns and blindness A WARNING BATTERY EXPLOSION To avoid a battery explosion always disconnect the negative battery cable first and reconnect it last Avoid causing a spark when connecting near or to the battery The gases produced by a battery can cause a battery explosion that could result in vehicle damage and serious injury Chapter 5 Final Inspection and Installation 19 7 Connect the 8 or 10 AWG minimum red wire from the BAT lug on the relay board to the posi tive terminal of 50 A circuit breaker at the vehicle battery Make sure all mechanical and electrical connections are secure 8 Complete the Wiring Checklist on the inside front cover of this manual Applying the Replaceable Keypad Labels Replaceable keypad function labels identify the switches on the control head A sheet of applicable func tion legends is supplied Figure 5 1 See Tables 6 1 and 6 2 on page 23 for a
48. uency Range Nominal Cycle Rate Nominal Voltage Output Audio Response Audio Power Harmonic Distortion Input Impedance PA Siren Tone Compliances Relay Specifications 11 Vdc to 15 Vdc Negative ground only 30 C to 80 C Less than 0 5 A approx 0 25 A with backlight and LEDs off 2 13 in 6 38 in 6 25 in 3 38 Ib 5 87 cm 16 19 cm 15 87 cm 1 53 kg ee eee 3 13 in 7 95 cm 1 25 in 3 18 cm 2 94 in 7 48 cm 9 63 oz 0 273 kg 6 0 Ib 2 72 kg 9 A nominal 13 6 V battery 11 ohm load at high power 725 to 1600 Hz Wail 12 cycles per minute Yelp 180 cycles per minute 64 V peak to peak siren tones 300 Hz to 3000 Hz 3 dB 45 W in PA Mode typical with 1 4 V peak to peak input Less than 10 percent from 5 to 45 W 4000 ohms nominal SAE J1849 JUL89 Relay Fuse Capability K1 20A K2 20A K3 Two 20 A fuses for a total of 40 A KA KB KC KD KE 10 A each Chapter 2 Mounting the SS200 System Topics Safety Messages to Installers of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens Unpacking the SS200 System Selecting the Location of the Amplifier Relay Unit Installing the Mounting Bracket for Amplifier Relay Unit Mounting the Control Head Safety Messages to Installers of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens 4 WARNING People s lives depend on your proper installation and servicing of Federal Signal products It is important to read and follow all instructions shipped with this product
49. xceeds 30 A split the load between the two terminals of TB1 3 or connect the two terminals together with the supplied jumper P N 233A198 4 WARNING SHOCK HAZARD Personal injury vehicle component damage and or damage to the amplifier relay will occur if the LIGHTS 3 terminal TB1 3 is shorted to the chassis Before replacing the chassis cover ensure that the jumper if installed between the two terminals of TB1 3 will not short to the chassis NOTICE CORRECTLY POSITION VENT SLOTS Excess heat can damage the unit When reassembling ensure that the cover s vent slots are positioned over the transformer 9 Slide the cover onto the chassis and secure it with the two 8 32 hex washer head screws Connecting the Control Head The SS200 control head and amplifier relay unit are connected by a 20 foot telephone type cable which comes in the kit The cable has modular connectors NOTICE WIRE CONTROL HEAD PROPERLY The control head will not operate if the telephone type cable is improperly wired If it is necessary to shorten the four conductor telephone type cable ensure that the connections made to the modular connector are exactly the same as the original cable connections To connect the control head 1 Route the 20 foot cable between the SS200 control head and the amplifier relay unit Secure the cable with installer supplied clamps and hold downs as required 2 Insert the modular connector in the KEYPAD rece

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