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Carson SA-430-17 manual

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    Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc. 5451 North Rural Street Indianapolis, IN 46220 Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667 www.c ar so ns ir en s .c om SA-430-17 REMOTE SIREN AMPLIFIER WITH MECHANICAL TONE RADIO STB Y MECH WAIL YELP PHASER SIREN PA VOL POWER ON SA-430 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturin[...]

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    Page 2 of 15 SA-430-17 Installati on and Operating Instructions CP5010A 08/05/08 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CO NTENTS ............................................................................................................. 2 SPECIFICAT IONS ........................................................................................................[...]

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    SA-430-17 Installation and Operati ng Instructions Page 3 of 15 08/05/08 CP5010A SPECIFICATIONS Input Voltage 11 - 16 VDC (negative ground) Input Current 8 AMPS (@14 VDC - single 100W speaker) 16 AMPS (@14 VDC - dual 100W speakers) Standby Current Less than 250 mA Audio Frequency 200Hz - 10 kHz + 3db Audio Distortion Less than 3% (@1 kHz - single 1[...]

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    Page 4 of 15 SA-430-17 Installati on and Operating Instructions CP5010A 08/05/08 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The SA-430 Remote Siren Amplifier with Mec hanical Tone is a premium unit designed for single or dual 100W speaker use. The contro l head is only 1 inch deep and can be installed in minimum clearance areas. Connection between the control head and am[...]

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    SA-430-17 Installation and Operati ng Instructions Page 5 of 15 08/05/08 CP5010A INSTALLATION Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation. Please read all instruction before installing the unit. Failure to follow these instructions can cause serious damage to the unit or vehicle and may void warranties. SAFETY[...]

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    Page 6 of 15 SA-430-17 Installati on and Operating Instructions CP5010A 08/05/08 OPTION SWITCHES An 8-position DIP switch on the remote amp lifier may be changed to select various options. SW-1 Two-Tone - Turn this switch on to replace Phaser tone with Two-Tone. SW-2 Mechanical Override - Pressing the Siren push-butt on normally produces Horn tone [...]

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    SA-430-17 Installation and Operati ng Instructions Page 7 of 15 08/05/08 CP5010A MOUNTING – Amplifier Select a location for the amplif ier in an area such as the driv er compartment firewall, under a seat, etc. Mounting the amplif ier in the engine compar tment or in an area directly exposed to weather is not recommended. Assure adequate ventilat[...]

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    Page 8 of 15 SA-430-17 Installati on and Operating Instructions CP5010A 08/05/08 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - Amplifier Electrical connections to the amplifier are made using a terminal block plug located on the amplifier. A label on the unit i dentifies each terminal function. You should install the plug on the unit before wiring. If the unit needs se[...]

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    SA-430-17 Installation and Operati ng Instructions Page 9 of 15 08/05/08 CP5010A ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONTINUED Plug into unit first for terminal identification Plug secured with mounting screws 10-P Terminal Block Plug ( CP4833-10 ) Plug installed this orientation + - #16 AWG BRN ( 2 LEADS ) + - BAT #14 AWG BLK (2 LEADS) #14 AWG RED (2 LEADS) (C[...]

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    Page 10 of 15 SA-430-17 Installati on and Operating Instructions CP5010A 08/05/08 OPERATION Sound Hazard - Sound level from siren speaker (>120d BA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage. Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protec tion for you and anyone in immediate vicinity. (Ref. OSHA 1910.95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines)[...]

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    SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 11 of 15 08/05/08 CP5010A SIREN SWITCH This momentary push-button switch provides Horn or Manual tone control. It can optionally control Horn Ring Cycler 2 operation in the Standby position if the HRC2 option is selected. SIREN Horn - A simulated Air-horn tone momentarily sounded. Manual Wail -[...]

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    Page 12 of 15 SA-430-17 Installati on and Operating Instructions CP5010A 08/05/08 SERVICE This unit is designed to provide years of reli able service under even the worst conditions. Many times there may appear to be a problem with the unit when the true problem is in the speaker(s) or improper installation. The follo wing chart shows typical sympt[...]

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    SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 13 of 15 08/05/08 CP5010A PARTS and ACCESSORIES The following parts and accessories are available from Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.: Part Description CP3965 Button, Switch Cap Black (for Siren pushbutton) CP4732 Control, 1K Vertical Trimmer (Amplifier) CP4834 Control, 1K Ohm Vertical Mini[...]

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    Page 14 of 15 SA-430-17 Installati on and Operating Instructions CP5010A 08/05/08 RETURN If you have any questions concerning this or any other Carson product, please contact our Technical Service Department at (888) 577-6877. Many i ssues can be handled over the phone. We can also be reached via e-mail at service@carsonsirens.com If a product must[...]

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    SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 15 of 15 08/05/08 CP5010A CONTROL HEAD INSTALLATION TEMPLATE 1/2” 2-5/8” 1/8” 5-1/4” 5-7/8” 6-1/4” 2-7/8” 2-1/2” This inner area to be removed. CAUTION: Please note that top and bottom edges only provide 1/8” overlap. Cut carefully.[...]