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1. 36 Chapter 1 An Overview of the Model SS201 Series Topics Product Overview System Specifications Siren Specifications SicNALMasrER Specifications Relay Specifications Product Overview The Federal Signal Model 55201 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 SigNaLMasteR control 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 SS201 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 SS201 produces wail and yelp siren tones as well as an air horn sound The horn ring control of siren tones is transferred 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 outp
2. C 4 QV CHASSIS EC REQUIRED FOR AUXILIARY RELAYS 290A5787B 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 7 Connect the wires from the lightbar or accessories to the terminals at TB1 or TB2 as applicable Figure 3 1 on page 10 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 SS201 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 14 Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories 17 NOTE Although TB1 3 output 3 is rated at 40 A the circuit is protected by two 20 A fuses that are connected in parallel TB1 3 has two terminals in parallel to obtain the 40 A rating 8 When the current requirement for LIGHTS exceeds 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 unit will oc cur 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 w
3. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INSTALLER safely operate this warning system before use THESE LABELS MUST BE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE on You 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 2 a 3 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 IA Never install these labels in areas where airbags may deploy Chapter 6 Operating the SS201 Topics B Safety Messages to Operators of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens and Sound Light Systems Using the Control Head Safety Messages to Operators of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens and Sound Light Systems 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 instruc tions 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
4. Specifications 2 SIGNALMASTER Specifications iate eee seca 3 a 3 Chapter 2 Mounting the 55201 essen ne nen nnmnnn tnnt n nn nnn nnns nn nnn 4 Safety Messages to Installers of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens 4 Unpacking the 55201 System 6 Selecting the Location of the Amplifier Relay Unit 7 Installing the SIGNALMASTER Light 7 Installing the Mounting Bracket for the Amplifier Relay 7 Mounting the Control 24 444444 nenne nennen enne nne 8 Chapter 3 Connecting the Power Cable 1 10 Connecting One or Two 2 nennen nnne nennen enr nnne enne 10 Transferring Horn Ring Control of Siren eem 11 Connecting the Park Siren Deactivator 2 12 Connecting to the Power 12 Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories eese 14 Connecting the Lightbar and Auxiliary 0 5 mme 14 Connecting the SIGNA
5. 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 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 2 Federal Signal Corporation 800 433 9132 phone 800 343 9706 fax www fedsig com 34 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 Figure 7 1 Relay board top board RED WIRE FROM J5 ON AMPLIFIER BOARD TO H1 BLACK GROUND WIRE TO H2 RED WIRE FROM TRANSFORMER TO H3 RIBBON CABLE JU1 TO LOCKING TAB ON PLASTIC P1 ON SMC BOARD STANDOFF 2 LUG FOR RED 8 OR 10 AWG WIRE THOUGH BAT HOLE IN FACEPLATE TE CR6 gi si ait aly e T LE dL F3B F3A F2 Fi FA CR12 3 2 5 FE F FD TB1 or L R15 20051004 z 41 _ CR17_ RELAY BOARD SH lt ne MADE IN U S A AB DEF 2 TR Q E 8 32 SCREWS WITH TOOTHE
6. loosen the lug on the relay board which is the top 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 SS201 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 ET E U E BAT WIRE qe MA a CRO OX ES Ta i CR11 E Sole FB 2 1 A B C DE is A CIRCUIT BOARD 1 LOOSEN SCREW 2 INSERT STRIPPED WIRE INTO CONNECTOR CONNECTOR 3 TIGHTEN SCREW RIGHT ANGLE PLUG STRIPPED WIRES 290457881 CR13 CR1i4 c TB1 JL 0 2008004 ALL cr17_ RELAY BOARD L hrs O MADE IN U S A T R O CR16 MATING SCREWDRIVER CONNECTOR 15 16 Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories 5 Route the red 8 AWG or 10 AWG 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 co
7. maximum sound output 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 23 24 Chapter 6 Operating the SS201 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 copy of these instructions to new recruits and trainees Failure to follow these safety
8. of the supplied 25 A circuit breaker P N 152118 25 Do not connect the other end of the circuit breaker to the ignition terminal until ALL wiring is completed 5 Strip 1 4 inch of insulation off each wire for insertion into the eleven pin connector 6 Insert the eight 22 AWG wires the 16 AWG red wire and the 14 AWG red and black wires into the connector as shown in Figures 4 3 and 4 4 To secure the wires tighten the screw at each connector Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories 19 7 Insert the supplied 7 5 A fuse for the LED or Cupa TriOptic SiGNALMAsTER 6 or 8 module models in the fuse holder in the back of the amplifier relay unit Connecting the Control Head The SS201 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 SS201 control head and the amplifier relay unit Secure the cable with installer supplied clamps and hold downs as needed 2 I nsertthe modular connector in the KEYPAD receptacle on the faceplate of the amplifier relay unit T
9. on Frequency Range Nominal Cycle Rate Nominal Voltage Output Audio Response Audio Power Harmonic Distortion Input Impedance PA Siren Tone Compliances 11 Vdc to 15 Vdc Negative ground only 30 C to 80 C Less than 0 5 A 3 13 in 6 38 in 6 25 in 3 75 Ib 7 95 cm 16 19 cm 15 87 cm 1 70 kg a a 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 8 Ib 3 08 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 Chapter 1 An Overview of the Model SS201 Series 3 Specifications Fuse 25 A halogen 7 5 LED and Cupa TriOptic 6 and 8 module Output Drive Capability Total Eight lamps at 27 W each Normal Flash Rate Directional Approximately 35 patterns per minute Warn Approximately 60 patterns per minute Relay Specifications 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 SS201 System Topics Safety Messages to Installers of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens Unpacking the SS201 System Selecting the Location of the Amplifier Relay Unit Installing the Sica Light
10. on page 25 for a description of the keypad functions To apply the labels select the appropriate labels from the supplied sheet of function legends Peel the la bels from the sheet and apply them to the keypad in the areas 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 REMOVED 22 7 FROM SHEET PAL LEGEND SHEET BLANK KEYPADS LEGEND INSERTED KEYBOARD 290A5791B Testing the Installation A WARNING 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 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 installa
11. precautions may result in property damage serious injury or death to you to passengers or to others Using the Control Head The SS201 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 25 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 SW1 SW2 SW3 290A5793B Chapter 6 Operating the SS201 Table 6 1 Slide switch functions Slide Switch Position Function OFF K1 K2 K3 off no siren tone 1 K1 on K2 K3 off Warn 1 pattern 2 KI1 K2 on K3 off no siren tone Horn ring activates peak and hold Warn 2 pattern 3 K1 K2 K3 on siren tone on Horn ring activates cycles between wail to yelp Warn 3 pattern Table 6 2 Push button functions Push Button Function 1 Cycles between wail and yelp sirens tones in slide switch position 3 2 Activates deactivates air horn siren tone 3 Activates the SianaLMaster and changes with each press of the button from directional si
12. proficiency in the 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 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 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
13. the Amplifier Relay 29 16 55201 02 9 31 G tting Replacement PARS n tii di Peleo ca dut Soe Coe Pr adea udin eia pa neta eg 32 Getting Technical Support mec eene ner trea ke ate ete reci ceo 33 Returning Product to Federal Signal zai prece thou iss 33 Chart for Relay and Device 37 Tables Table 2 11 contents s 5 ae matte i tete 6 Table 4 1 Output ratings i i one eto Her E ER 14 Table 6 1 Slide switch 25 Table 6 2 Push button funictionis erecti ree eet Lug eoe Eo Rupe 25 Table 6 3 55201 6 warning nenne nnne nennen nens 25 Table 6 4 55201 8 warning 25 Ire B OE 32 Table 7 2 Assemblies Re Re Re e ERE 32 Table 7 3 55201 components eese 32 Figures Block Wiririg DIagEarm P Perte t re nia er ti E a er UE sae 2 Figure 2 1 Positions for the mounting bracket for the amplifier relay 8 Figure 2 2 Instal
14. unit 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 mounting bracket as a template to scribe two drill position marks at the selected mounting location 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 1 on page 8 NOTE The 14 thread forming screws may be used instead of the 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head screws 7 8 Chapter 2 Mounting the SS201 System Figure 2 1 Positions for the mounting bracket for the amplifier relay unit 1 4 20 HEX NUT 2 1 4 20 X 3 4 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 2 1 4 SPLIT LOCKWASHER 4 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 B
15. 30 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 e Inserta 6 32 screw with a 6 split lockwasher into each of the two output transistors and Q4 Tighten the screws f Place the insulator on the J3 MIC jack with the insulator s hole around the metal standoff Plug in these internal wires a Plug the 8 SIREN connector into J7 b Plug the red SIREN wire into J6 c Plugthe short red wire into J5 d Plug the brown wire from the transformer into J10 e Plug one of the short black ground wires into J11 f Plug the blue wire from the transformer into J8 g Plugthe long black ground wire into J9 Reinstalling the SMC SianatMaster Controller Board See Figure 7 2 on page 35 1 4 5 Grasp the ribbon cable J1 directly above the pins Insert the pins straight into J1 on the amplifier board below Make sure the pins are correctly seated Place the SMC board on the standoffs Center the holes in the board over the holes in the standoffs and output transistors Make sure the wires from the SIREN connector are clear of the board NOTICE DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN FASTENERS To avoid damage to the circuit board do not overtighten the fasteners Insert and tighten the two metal standoffs using the 1 4 inch nut driver Insert and tighten the two plastic standoffs using the 5 6 inch nut driver Insert the 25 A or 7 5 fuse into the F1 connector Reinstalling the Relay Board and Vehicle Connections S
16. Assembly Installing the Mounting Bracket for the 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 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 expo
17. B1 CIRCUIT BREAKERS 5 290A5777B 1 Is the red wire from the twelve pin SIREN connector pin 6 connected to a point on the fuse block that is powered in the RUN and START positions Use an in line 20 A fuse YES E 2 15 the black wire from the twelve pin connector 4 connected to the fusible link at the front fender between the negative NEG battery terminal and chassis ground This is the ONLY chassis ground allowed for this wire YES L 3 AUXILIARY RELAY SIREN POWER Is an 8 AWG or 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 the lug 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 YES L 4 SIGNALMASTER POWER Is the 14 AWG wire pin 10 of the eleven pin connector connected to the load side of the 25 A circuit breaker YES Contents Important Wiring Information 2 22 2 2 14 1 1 1 0 enel L usce aaa cc ddnde educa anna scere ce Ense 2 Chapter 1 An Overview of the Model 55201 Series 02522 4 2 11 11 4 1 E rnnt nnns enn nns 1 System Specifications eiie et erede et euer iege pepe 2 Siren
18. D WASHERS IN METAL STANDOFFS 2 29046155 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 35 Figure 7 2 SMC board middle board RIBBON CABLE JU1 TO P1 ON SMC BOARD 5 16 PLASTIC STANDOFFS WITH LOCKING TABS 2 17401 FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP UNIVERSITY PARK IL 2001181D MADE IN U S A 416 i 1 4 METAL STANDOFFS 2 29046154 36 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 Figure 7 3 Amplifier board bottom board 6 32 SCREW AND 6 SPLIT SIL PAD INSULATOR BETWEEN LOCKWASHER AT OUTPUT x LONG BLACK Q4 AND HEATSINK TRANSFORMER 2 GROUND WIRE J9 SIL PAD INSULATOR BETWEEN RED SIREN WIRE J6 Q3 AND HEATSINK SHORT RED WIRE FROM J5 TO H1 ON RELAY BOARD BLUE WIRE FROM TRANSFORMER J8 BLACK GROUND WIRE A t 1 4 PLASTIC STANDOFF 2 Q at ce t 00 GER C54 R38 D1 52 em L U C53 2 TTi T 16 p Re 08 cio uS Le R39 R31 C38 a 2 1 R33 Lo XD CI C C15 R53 R54 AN RES Rio ps 072 L u6 RTI 2 CJ LI J R52 C9 2 e A R29 E C35 R2 SOLDERED FUSE Pe HEAD AND CABLE PLACE INSULATOR 1 4 METAL STANDOFF 2 ON MIC JACK WITH INSULATOR FOR HOLD AROUND SIGNALMASTER METAL STANDOFF FUSE 290A615 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 37 Chart for Relay and Device Assignments Use this chart to r
19. E USED AS SHOWN A LONGER SCREW WILL DAMAGE THE CIRCUITRY AMPLIFIER RELAY UNIT 1 4 x 7 16 HEX HD CAP SCREW BLACK 2 1 4 SPLIT LOCKWASHER NOTE ONLY ONE BRACKET IS SUPPLIED 290A5780B Mounting the Control Head A 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 A WARNING LOCATING OPERATOR CONTROLS Choose a location for the control head that allows the 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 To mount the control head with the bracket 1 Attach one bracket to the control head with the 6 Hi Lo screws and 6 lockwashers Figure 2 2 on page 9 Chapter 2 Mounting the SS201 S
20. FEDERAL SIGNAL Public Safety Systems Model SS201 Series Electronic Siren Light Control System with SicNALMasrER Directional Light AUX QUTPUTS No 2 2 NC E Si Fi aster ps sos CORp Smar EB LUSA AIR OFF 1 2 Installation and Service Manual 255371D REV D 911 Printed in U S A Important Wiring Information 4 WARNING The Federal Signal Model SS201 is an advanced microprocessor based siren system Unlike conventional siren systems the Model 55201 WILL malfunction or operate incorrectly if you fail to follow prop er 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 10 and Chapter 4 on page 14 nJt1 4 CONTROL HEAD SIGNAL MASTER lt PIN 11 BLK 14 AWG SIGNAL MASTER RELAY SWITCHED AMPLIFIER RELAY UNIT POWER TO LIGHTS SIREN BAT RELAY SWITCHED POWER TO AUXILIARY DEVICES RED 8 10 AWG MIN O O 12 110 100 AMPS 50 50 Q Q AUXILIARY RELAYS 8e ERE NEG POS RED FUSE BLOCK VEHICLE BATTERY 20 AMP SWITCHED IGNITION LINE CAPABLE CHASSIS GROUND AT FUSIBLE OF CARRYING AN ADDITIONAL 20A LINK ON FRONT FENDER Block Wiring Diagram Wiring Checklist lt PIN 10 RED 14 AWG JUMPER USED ONLY WHEN TOTAL LOAD CURRENT IS GREATER THAN 50 AMPS C
21. MA TEA 17 Connecting the Control Head et epa t EE ER Ps 19 ComectingaMicrophone nianna dimit 19 Connecting Common nennen nennen entes nennen 19 Chapter 5 Final Installation and Inspection nene nn tnmen nn nennt nnns 20 Mounting and Testing the Amplifier Relay mme 20 Applying the Replaceable Keypad 21 Testing the Installationi eed gi rep rcu e ede EY eap dps 21 Distributing the Safety Message 22 Applying the Siren Safety Labels in the Vehicle 22 Chapter 6 Operating the 55201 2 2 1 2 412 1 4 1 munnen nnmnnn nnmnnn annt n nnns 23 Safety Messages to Operators of Federal Signal Electronic Sirens and Sound Light Systems 23 Using the Gontrol Head iot ee en e aue ee ea E 24 Chapter 7 Servicing the 55203 22 2 2 2 1 1 1 42 ctesnenesccsteeeendeneciesteaneaceccstecsecctneesceseanaucecsens 26 Safety Messages to Personnel Servicing Federal Signal Electronic 26 Disassembling and Servicing the Amplifier Relay 27 Reassembling
22. 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 12 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 the horn side of the wire cut in step 1 to the relay contact terminal Noo 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 WHT YEL TO HORN SWITCH 290A5785B Connecting the Park Siren Deactivator IMPO
23. RTANT 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 11 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 SS201 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 NOTICE ROUTE WIRES PROPERLY If you do not route wiring properly transient noise pulses caused by the automotive power system or surge currents due to switching inductive or incandescent lamp loads may cause malfunctions in the SS201 Chapter 3 Connecting the Power Cable 13 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 the red lead to the power leads for accessories 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 SS201 does not have an on off sw
24. Table 2 1 Kit contents list Qty Description Part Number 1 Plug Right Angle 7 Position 140338 07 1 Plug Right Angle 11 Position 140338 11 1 Cable Assy Telephone 25 ft 146863 1 Fuse 7 5 A 32 V Autofuse 148A142 04 1 Fuse 25 A 32 V Autofuse 148A142 07 1 Circuit Breaker 25 A 152118 25 2 Label Warning Siren 1612339 1 Power Cable Assy SmartSiren 17684 06 1 Terminal Fuse Adapter 224256 1 Terminal Mini ATF Adapter 224260 1 Term QD 250 RCPT 22 18 224A216 01 1 Jumper Two Position 233A198 1 Instructions SmartSiren Wiring 2561644 1 Card Safety Messages 256B691 2 Screw Machine Hex Head Black 1 4 20 7000A323 07 2 Screw Cap Hex Head 1 4 20 7002A000 12 2 Screw Thread Forming Type B 10 7011A047 08 2 Screw Thread Forming Pan Head 14 7011A114 12 4 Screw Hi Lo Pan Head 6 19 7017A035 06 2 Screw Machine Cap Head 10 32 7000A070 07 2 Nut Machine Hex Double Chamfered 1 4 20 7059A018 4 Lockwasher Split 6 7074A001 4 Lockwasher Split 1 4 7074A015 2 Lockwasher Ext Tooth 10 707A031 1 Link Bus 8474A139 1 Circuit Breaker 12 V 50A 8474176 1 Bracket Mounting Siren 85361059 2 Bracket Assy 6 Button Control Head 8623120 1 Insert Legends 6 Button Control Head 8572294 04 Chapter 2 Mounting the SS201 System Selecting the Location of the Amplifier Relay Unit 4 WARNING AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT Do not install
25. can damage the unit When reassembling ensure that the cover s vent slots are positioned over the transformer 7 Slide the cover onto the chassis and secure it with the two hex head screws 8 Reinstall the amplifier relay unit in its mounting bracket in the vehicle Testing the SS201 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 BEFORE INSTALLING SS201 Make certain that the speaker is not defective before installing the repaired SS201 After servicing is completed perform a test of all functions to ensure the siren is operating properly 32 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 Getting Replacement Parts To order replacement parts call our Mobile System Customer Support at 1 800 264 3578 7 am to 5 PM Monday through Friday CT or contact your nearest distributor Table 7 1 Fuses Table 7 2 Assemblies 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 Descript
26. e or heavier may be spliced to the leads if needed See Figure 3 2 on page 11 for the functions and colors of the power cable leads The power cable has a twelve pin plug that mates with the connector on the faceplate 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 SS201 amplifier relay unit 12 PIN CONNECTOR FOR POWER PLUG TBI TB2 2 LIGHTS 74XUX OUTPUTS NO NC C BAT ADADADAUDA LN 3 JL gttitta BC D E L SignalMaster FUSE Dr SignaiMaster FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP UNIVERSITY PARK IL USA MIC N KEYPAD SmartSiren SM SS201 INPUT U S PATENTS 5 296 840 OTHER PAT S PENDING 290A5783B Connecting One or Two Speakers The SS201 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 c
27. e the board from the chassis a Remove the metal standoffs using a 1 4 inch nut driver and retain them b Remove the plastic standoffs using 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 Remove the amplifier board from the chassis Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 29 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 SS201 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 ohmmeter 3 Replace the failed fuse with the same type and amperage listed in Table 7 1 on page 32 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 and Q4 on the amplifier board is usually the re sult of a short circuited voice coil on the speaker Rebroadcast of uns
28. ecord 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 181 38 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 NOTES SMARTSIREN is a registered trademark of Federal Signal Corporation SIGNALMASTER is a trademark of Federal Signal Corporation Hi Lo is a trademark of Illinois Tool Works Inc Sil Pad is a registered trademark of the The Bergquist Company p FEDERAL SIGNAL Safety and Security Systems Advancing security and well being 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park IL 60466 3195 Tel 800 264 3578 Fax 800 682 8022 www fedsig com 2008 Federal Signal Corporation
29. ee Figure 7 1 on page 34 1 Grasp the ribbon cable JU1 directly above the pins Insert the pins straight into JU1 on the SMC board Make sure the pins are correctly seated Insert the auxiliary output connector into its cutout in the chassis Place the board on the standoffs Secure the relay board to the chassis NOTICE DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN FASTENERS To avoid damage to the circuit board do not overtighten the fasteners Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 31 a Press gently on the edges of the board near the standoffs to lock the plastic tabs on the board b Reinsert and tighten the two 8 32 screws securing the board to the metal standoffs 5 Reconnect the red wire from the amplifier board J5 at H1 the black ground wire at H2 and the red wire from the transformer at H3 6 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 ensure that the jumper if installed between the two terminals of TB1 3 will not short to the chassis b Plug the right angle connector into the connector at TB2 c Reconnect the wires at the terminal strips TB1 LIGHTS TB2 AUX OUTPUTS and SIGNALMASTER NOTICE CORRECTLY POSITION VENT SLOTS Excess heat
30. 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 SS201 amplifier relay unit housing is NOT waterproof It must be mounted in a location that is sheltered from falling rain snow standing water etc NOTICE UNIT REQUIRES VENTILATION The SS201 amplifier relay unit needs to radiate heat Do not install it in an area where it cannot dis sipate 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 55201 Amplifier SieNaLMasrER Control Relay Unit ampli fier 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 routings 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 SianaLMaster Light Assembly Install the SieNaLMasreR light assembly according to the instructions included with it Route the cable near the planned location of the amplifier relay
31. erve 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 hazardous 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 will result in fire burns and blindness 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 Installation and Inspection 21 7 Connect the 8 or 10 AWG minimum wire from the BAT lug on the relay board to the positive terminal of 50 A circuit breaker at the vehicle battery 8 Connect a 14 AWG red wire from the unused end of the 25 A circuit breaker at the SiaGNALMASTER con nector to the positive terminal of the power source Secure mechanical and electrical connections are required 9 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 function legends is supplied See Tables 6 1 and 6 2
32. g the board to the metal standoffs 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 Remove the relay board from the chassis Removing the SMC SicgnaLMaster Controller Board See Figure 7 2 on page 35 1 2 3 4 5 6 Remove the relay board as described in the previous section Remove and retain the SiaNaALMasrER fuse Use pliers to grasp the ribbon cable J1 directly above its black connector J1 on the amplifier board below Pull the cable straight out of the connector to avoid bending the pins Remove the two plastic standoffs with the 5 6 inch nut driver and retain them Remove the two metal standoffs with the 1 4 inch nut driver and retain them Remove the SMC board from the chassis Removing the Amplifier Board See Figure 7 3 on page 36 1 2 Remove the SMC board as described in the previous section Unplug these wires to the amplifier board a Disconnect the red wires from J10 J6 and J5 Be sure to retain the short red wire from J5 for reassembly b Disconnect the blue wire from J8 and the black wire from J9 c Unplug the 8 pin SIREN connector from J7 Remove the insulator on the J3 MIC jack for the SiaNaLMaster fuse Be sure to retain it for reas sembly To fre
33. ge 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 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 8 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 and the SiGNAL MASTER 5 Unplug the TB2 and SicgnaLMaster right angle connectors 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 34 1 Disconnect these wires to the relay board a Disconnect the red wire on the relay board at H1 the black ground wire at H2 and the red wire from the transformer at H3 b 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 28 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 2 3 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 securin
34. gnals Left Right Center Out Warn 4 pattern and Off 4 Changes with each press of the button from relays KA KB and KC 5 On off control of relay KD 6 Momentary on off control of relay KE Table 6 3 55201 6 warning patterns Pattern Number of Flashing Modules Warn 1 1 and 1 alternate Warn2 2 and 2 alternate Warn 3 3 and alternate Warn 4 2 center modules alternate with 2 outer modules Table 6 4 55201 8 warning patterns Pattern Number of Flashing Modules Warn 1 1 and 1 alternate Warn 2 2 and 2 alternate Warn 3 3 and alternate Warn 4 4 center modules alternate with 2 outer modules 25 26 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 Topics Safety Messages to Personnel Servicing Federal Signal Electronic Sirens Disassembling and Servicing the Amplifier Relay Unit Reassembling the Amplifier Relay Unit Testing the 55201 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 proper
35. he black wire in the power cable for grounding the switched device s Ground the switched devices separately For additional precau tions 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 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 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 37 Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories To complete the wiring to the lightbar or accessories 1 Remove the cover from the SS201 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
36. ill not short to the chassis NOTICE CORRECTLY POSITION VENT SLOTS Excess heat can damage the amplifier relay unit When sliding the cover on the chassis en sure 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 SicnaLMaster Lights WARNING FIRE HAZARD Do not connect more than one 6 or 8 module halogen SicNALMasren light assembly to a SicNALMAs TER controller or the SicNALMAsrER outputs of a SmartSiren Electrical fire or damage to the controller or siren will result The amplifier relay unit is not supplied with a fuse installed for the SianaLMaster The kit contains a 25 A and a 7 5 A fuse Follow the appropriate installation instructions depending on whether the SiGNALMASTER halogen or LED Halogen SicNALMAsTER 1 Route the SieNaL MasrER cable toward the amplifier relay unit Use caution to avoid scraping the wires on any sharp edges 2 Cut the cable to the required length NOTICE WIRING PRECAUTION To avoid damage to the equipment do not make any connections to the battery until all other wiring is completed 3 Route installer supplied red and black 14 AWG wires through the vehicle s firewall and toward the battery Connect the red wire to one end of the supplied 25 A circuit breaker P N 152118 25 Do not connect the other end of the circuit breaker to the positive
37. ing the 55201 27 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 Servicing 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 32 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 SS201 consists of three circuit boards stacked on top of each other The top board is the relay board the center board is the SianaLMaster controller board and the bottom board is the amplifier board To re move a lower board you must remove the board or boards above it NOTICE DISCONNECT RED WIRES TO SS201 BEFORE SERVICING To avoid damage to the amplifier relay unit disconnect both red wires to the SS201 at the battery before servicing NOTICE To prevent ESD electrostatic dischar
38. ion Part Number Control Head Assy 8623118 02 Amplifier Assy SS201 6 85361191 Amplifier Assy SS201 8 85361191 01 SignalMaster PCB Assy 2001181 Amplifier PCB Assy 2005351 12 Relay PCB Assy 2005100 Table 7 3 55201 components 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 Amperes 8474176 Circuit Breaker 25 A 152118 25 Mounting Bracket Amplifier 85361059 Mounting Bracket Control Head 8623120 Installation Accessory Kit 85361 194 01 Microphone MNCT SB Remote Microphone Cable RMK Remote Microphone Cable with Volume Control RMK V Plug SieNaLMAsTER 140338 11 Two Position Jumper 233A198 Right Angle Plug Relay 140338 07 Chapter 7 Servicing the SS201 33 Getting Technical Support For technical support please contact the Federal Signal Service Department at 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 800 824 0254 to obtain a Returned Merchandise Authorization number RMA number To expedite the process please be pre pared with the following information
39. itch If power for the SS201 is obtained directly from the vehicle battery the system continuously draws approximately 0 5 A and will eventually discharge the vehicle s battery Itis 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 loom 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 deburr 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 11 a Slip the fuse clip adapter over the fuse b In
40. ling the bracket for mounting above 9 Figure 2 3 Mounting the control nnns 9 Figure 3 1 Faceplate on the back of SS201 amplifier relay 10 Figure 3 2 Power cable and fuse clip adapter in the amplifier relay 11 Figure 3 3 Horn ring connections 4 4 40 12 Figure 4 1 Right angle plug on TB2 on relay 15 Figure 4 2 Battery connections ient e eH HERE FR Raus 16 Figure 4 3 SIGNALMASTER connections eene eene nennen enne nnne ene nnnnn essen nennt nnn 18 Figure 4 4 SIGNALMASTER eleven pin 18 Figure 5 1 Installing the keypad function 21 Figure 5 2 Safety message card left and siren safety labels 22 Figure 6 1 Control head keypad 24 Figure 7 1 Relay board top board i eerie tite deiade dena a ee eH ERIS ree de 34 Figure 7 2 SMC board middle nennen nnne nnne 35 Figure 7 3 Amplifier board bottom
41. ly 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 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 Servic
42. n the deployment path of an air bag Locate the control head so the vehicle controls and microphone can be operated safely e 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 sys tems to ensure proper operation Ensure that installation has not affected vehicle operation or changed any vehicle safety function or circuit e 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 SS201 System Unpacking the SS201 System After unpacking the SS201 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 Table 2 1 are contained in the packing carton
43. nnections to the battery until all wiring is completed 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 6 Ifthe 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 the circuit breakers Figure 4 2 Figure 4 2 Battery connections TWO 50 CIRCUIT JUMPER ON BATTERY SIDE FROM INTERFACE RELAY BREAKERS CB JUMPER ON LOAD FOR TOTAL LOAD SIDE P N 233A198 CURRENT gt 50 A PI 4 BLK RED 8 10 AWG WIRE TO LUG ON RELAY BOARD R T FUSIBLE LINK TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL FROM POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 8 AWG RED y BATTERY SJZ
44. o 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 SS201 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 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 SS201 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 bottom row on the control head Figure 6 1 on page 24 To connect a common microphone refer to the instr
45. onnect 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 Chapter 3 Connecting the Power Cable 11 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 LO POWER 58 W SPEAKER HI POWER 100 W NEG AT FUSIBLE LINK POS FUSE BLOCK HORN RING 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 FEMALE CLIP 290A5784B 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 12 2 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
46. oud sounds 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 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 keai les Yeu ahd your 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
47. quelched radio or music for long periods will also have a detrimental effect on the output transistors and is therefore not recommended If only one device proves to be defective we recommend that both output transistors be replaced The replacement of both output transformers will ensure 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 3 on page 36 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 lowest board removed from the stack Make sure all connectors are properly seated Reinstalling the Amplifier Board See Figure 7 3 on page 36 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 next to J11 and the transformer b Place the amplifier board on the four standoffs Center the holes in the board over the holes in the standoffs and output transistors c Insert and tighten the metal standoffs using the 1 4 inch nut driver d Insert and tighten the plastic standoffs using the 1 4 inch nut driver
48. required for your application you should ensure that the front of the speaker is clear of any obstructions e 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 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 e 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 e Do NOT install the speaker s or route the speaker wires where they may interfere with the operation of air bag sensors e 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 i
49. sed 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 shav ings present in or near the unit Chapter 2 Mounting the 55201 System 5 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 e Be sure the siren amplifier and speaker s in your installation have compatible wattage ratings n order for the electronic siren to function properly the ground connection must be made to the NEGATIVE battery terminal e Sound output will be severely reduced if any objects are in front of the speaker If maximum sound output is
50. sert 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 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 through 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 completed 14 Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories Topics Connecting the Lightbar and Auxiliary Lights Connecting the SieNaLMasrER Lights Connecting the Control Head Connecting a Microphone Connecting a Common Microphone Connecting the Lightbar and Auxiliary Lights The SS201 has two terminal strips TB1 and TB2 for the control of lightbars auxiliary lights and acces sories Figure 3 1 on page 10 A total of eight fused relay controlled outputs are available Each output switches a nominal 12 volts to the controlled device Do not use t
51. terminal until ALL wiring is completed 4 Strip 1 4 inch of insulation from each wire at the eleven position connector for insertion into the terminals on the eleven pin connector Insert the eight 22 AWG wires the 16 AWG red wire and the 14 AWG red and black wires into the connector as shown in Figures 4 3 and 4 4 on page 18 Tighten the screw at each connector to secure the wires 18 Chapter 4 Connecting the Control Head and Accessories 5 Insert the supplied 25 A fuse for the halogen SicnaLMaster in the fuse holder the back of the amplifier relay unit Figure 4 3 Sica MasrER connections WHT 1 22 AWG Rig SS BRN 2 22 AWG gt gt S ORN 4 22 AWG PRP 5 22 AWG GRA 6 22 AWG 25A BREAKER 290A5789B Figure 4 4 SicnatMaster eleven pin connector MATING CONNECTOR OF SCREWDRIVER PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD 1 LOOSEN SCREW 2 INSERT STRIPPED WIRE IN CONNECTOR 3 TIGHTEN SCREW SO A 2 bd WIRES 290A5790B CONNECTOR LED or Cupa TriOptic SiaNALMASTER 1 Unless previously routed route the SignalMaster cable toward the amplifier relay unit Use cau tion to avoid scraping the wires on any sharp edges 2 Cut the cable to the appropriate length as required 3 Route installer supplied black 14 AWG wire through the vehicle s firewall and toward the battery 4 Route the installer supplied red 14 AWG wire toward the ignition terminal Connect the red wire to one end
52. tion has not affected the vehicle operation or changed any vehicle safety functions or circuits 22 Chapter 5 Final Installation and Inspection 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 SS201 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 SS201 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 N SIGNAL BEP DIVISION Federal Signal Corporation Sirens produce l
53. uctions provided with the audio switching device Con nect the audio switching device to the relay KD output 20 Chapter 5 Final Installation and Inspection Topics Mounting and Testing the Amplifier Relay Unit Applying the Replaceable Keypad 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 8 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 SS201 to the fusible link on the front fender Ensure that all mechanical and electrical connections are secure WARNING FIRE HAZARD Do NOT connect this system to the vehicle battery until ALL other electrical connections are made and mounting of all components is complete Failure to obs
54. uts are available for control of lightbars other auxiliary lights and accessories In addition a SieNaL MASTER controller is integrated into the system SiaNALMAsrER Control The 55201 controls the SianaLMaster with push button the top right position on the control head The SiagnaLMaster generates the directional signals Left Right and Center Out and Warn 4 For the warning patterns see Tables 6 3 and 6 4 on page 25 The SS201 is not programmable For programmable features we recommend Models SS2000SS and SS20008M 2 Chapter 1 An Overview of the Model SS201 Series Installation and Connections The SS201 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 SS201 are connected through a telephone type four conductor cable with standard modular phone connectors at both ends for simple installation System Specifications Input Voltage Polarity Operating Temperature Range Standby Current Dimensions Amplifier SieNaL MasrER Control Relay Unit Height Width Length Net Weight Control Head Height Width Length Net Weight Shipping Weight Siren Specifications Operating Current no lamps
55. ystem 9 Figure 2 2 Installing the bracket for mounting above a surface 6 LOCKWASHERS 4 5s nie 6x 3 8 HI LO SCREW 4 INSTALL WITH HINGES FACING UP FOR MOUNTING BENEATH DASH 290A5781B 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 LOCKWASHERS 2 290A5782B NOTICE DRILLING PRECAUTIONS Before drilling holes check that the area you are drilling into to be sure that you do not dam age 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 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 10 Chapter 3 Connecting the Power Cable Topics Connecting One or Two Speakers Transferring Horn Ring Control of Siren Tones Connecting the Park Siren Deactivator Connecting to the Power Source This chapter describes how to connect the leads from the SS201 power cable Additional wire the same gaug

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