Carson SA-430-83FX Car Amplifier User Manual
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1. May need to set RADIO VOLUME ADJUST on side of amplifier before final mounting and installation May also need to set POWER OUTPUT ADJUSTMENT on inside of amplifier CONTROL HEAD MOUNTING Select a mounting location in an area such as the dash or overhead console Choose a mounting location convenient to the operator and away from any air bag deployment areas Consider wire routing and access to connections as well as microphone bracket placement A microphone clip along with mounting screws CP3633 holds the microphone in place FLUSH MOUNT The flush mount control head requires a hole in the dash Use the mounting template on the last page Note that the template may not print actual size and may need sizing on a copier Use 6 screws to fasten to dash FLUSH MOUNT WITH EXTENDED MICROPHONE The flush mount control head with extended microphone is mounted the same as the flush mount except that the microphone cable extension will also go behind the dash Allow room for this cable as well Control Head Rear View Microphone Extension __ Cable j TB0334B Page 3 of 9 10 18 03 CONTROL HEAD ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS All control head leads may be extended with 22 AWG or larger lead wire Negative Connection Black Connect to same ground or negative supply as amplifier Positive Connection Red Connect to positive DC supply It is recommended that the lead be connected to the accessory o2. CASON Carson Manufacturing Co Inc 5451 North Rural Street Indianapolis IN 46220 Phone 888 577 6877 Fax 317 254 2667 www carsonsirens com TECHNICAL BULLETIN RADIO HORN MAN e WAIL YELP e PHASER INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL SA 430 83F FLUSH MOUNT CONTROL HEAD SA 430 83FX FLUSH MOUNT WITH EXTENDED MIC Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company Inc TB0334B Page 1 of9 10 18 03 INPUT POWER SIREN MODE OUTPUT POWER AUDIO MODE OUTPUT POWER SIREN FREQUENCY CYCLE RATES AUDIO RESPONSE RADIO INPUT SENSITIVITY OPERATING TEMPERATURE SIZE WEIGHT NIGHT VISIBILITY AMPLIFIER PROTECTION CONTROL HEAD PROTECTION SA 430 83 SPECIFICATIONS 11 16 Volts DC 8 Amps DC per 100W Speaker Power off current to amplifier is 1mA Max 15 VDC input 100W speaker s One speaker 105 Watts RMS Two speakers 180 Watts RMS 14 VDC input 100W speaker s One speaker 40 Watts RMS Two speakers 80 Watts RMS 700Hz 1450Hz Nominal WAIL 15 cycles min YELP 210 cycles min PHASER 10 cycle sec 200Hz 10KHz 3db Harmonic Distortion Less than 3 1KHz 0 75VAC Input Min for 40 Watts RMS Output 1 spkr 15 F to 140 F Amplifier 9 Wide X 2 1 2 High X 6 3 4 Deep Control Head 6 1 4 Wide X 2 7 8 High X 1 Deep Amplifier Control Head 3 pounds 1 pound Control Head panel is backlit with independent lead tied to
3. 3889 Cable radio and control line 0 CP3876 Cover amplifier does not include CP3875 chassis CP3408 Fuse holder CP4119 Transistor output 2 required Industry standard TIP36C Not Texas Instruments TB0334B Page 8 of 9 10 18 03 CONTROL HEAD INSTALLATION TEMPLATE Cl of es njeJeo jno deano 8 L apiaoud 9l V Ajuo s p woyog pue do jeu ejou eseeld NOILNVD DeAOUJ9J 9q 0 eoJe JOUUI SIU amp 49 L76 o V L 9 HOLL CO Cl VTC 10 18 03 Page 9 of 9 TB0334B
4. connector can be easily removed without unwiring the harness The power supply for the amplifier must be capable of delivering peak currents up to 50 amps for adequate short circuit protection and reliable operation The preferred source is directly at the vehicle battery A fuse on the unit protects from overload Wire Size and Termination The diagram shows the minimum wire size used for each connection If the wire is longer than 10 ft use the next larger wire size Use only high quality crimp connectors for installation on the vehicle Negative Connection Black Both leads must be used Connect to negative battery connector or high current buss Positive Connection Red Both leads must be used Connect to positive battery connector or high current buss A power relay may be used Speaker Connection Orange Both leads must be used Connect 1 lead to each terminal or lead of the speaker When used with 2 speakers connect each orange lead to both speaker terminals or leads parallel circuit Observe polarity phasing when connecting 2 speakers Control Connection White Connect to white lead from control head Route this lead away from radio transmitter antenna lead to prevent RF interference being fed to the siren amplifier Optional Radio Input Connection Blue Connect 1 lead to each terminal of the radio speaker or output connector The input is isolated and polarity is not important May need to set RADIO VOLUME ADJUST on sid
5. e of unit CONTROL HEAD ee CP3040 CABLE GRN AUX jee SIREN P e HORN VOL e MAN 14 AWG BLK oA cdi BLK VDC Use both leads eens POWER i PHASER Extend with 12 Q RED VDC WHT 14 AWG RED CONTROL Use both leads AMPLIFIER Extend with 12 YEL DASH LIGHTS BLU TO TWO WAY RADIO VOLUME CP3889 DUT RADIO SPEAKER 2 18 AWG ORG 16 2 SPKR 2 SPKR Connect for 20AMP FUSE same phase to AUTOMOTIVE TYPE CP3877 1 CABLE ORG BLK TO SPKR ORG TO SPKR AMPLIFIER POWER See CP3877 1 CABLE HARNESS CONNECTIONS RED TO VDC TB0334B Page 5 of 9 10 18 03 OPERATION WARNING Sound Hazard Sound level from siren speaker gt 120dBA 10 feet may cause hearing damage A 0 Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity Ref OSHA 1910 95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines RADIO d SIREN PA HORN VOL MAN e WAIL EP PHASER The Toggle Power Switch controls the siren power The siren may be left on any time the vehicle is in operation The power should be turned off when vehicle is not being used to conserve battery power The Rotary Function Switch selects various operating modes These modes are as follows RADIO This mode reproduces or repeats the output of a radio The radio must be connected and RADIO VOLUME ADJUSTed for this mode to function PA override available in this mode HORN A
6. e properly PA volume not set properly Try turning the PA volume control Distorted siren sound opeaker assembly loose Is the speaker bell or tip loose Intermittent Aux Input connection Is the Aux Input used and wired properly Low Vehicle voltage The input voltage must be greater than lowest rating Intermittent siren tone High Voltage Protection Is the vehicle voltage regulator working properly Connector loose Is the connector tight on the back of the unit Loose connection at power source Check for loose leads back to power source Mic Button activation Is something lying on the microphone Circuit breaker in supply Is a circuit breaker used with at least 50A rating connection Horn or manual stuck on Siren switch stuck Does the Siren pushbutton switch return fully when Aux Input improperly connected released Is the Aux Input used and wired properly No Radio Unit not connected to a radio Is the radio connected properly to the unit Radio volume too low Can you hear the radio in the vehicle Try adjusting the internal radio volume control ground RETURN If you have any questions concerning this or any other Carson product please contact our Technical Service Department at 888 577 6877 Many issues can be handled over the phone We can also be reached via e mail at service carsonsirens com If a product must be returned for any reason please contact our Technical Service Department to obtain a Returned Merchandise Authoriza
7. lso considered a standby mode Horn and PA Override available in this mode MAN The siren tone is controlled Manually with SIREN button PA Override available in this mode WAIL The siren produces a normal rise fall tone pattern This mode should be used on highways or areas with constant traffic flow Yelp and PA Override available in this mode YELP The siren produces a moderate warble tone This mode should be used in lightly congested areas Horn and PA Override available in this mode PHASER The siren produces a very fast warble tone This mode should be used at intersections or in highly congested areas Horn and PA Override available in this mode OVERRIDE FUNCTIONS PUBLIC ADDRESS PA OVERRIDE Pressing the microphone button in any operating mode allows the operator to use the siren as a public address amplifier The operating mode resumes when the button is released Hold the microphone close to your lips for proper operation and adjust the PA VOLume Control HORN OVERRIDE By pressing the SIREN button the siren tone output is replaced by the horn tone The siren tone resumes when the button is released This feature is not available in WAIL mode YELP OVERRIDE Available only in WAIL mode By momentarily pressing the SIREN button the tone output is switched to the Yelp tone Pressing the button again switches the tone output back to Wail RADIO VOLUME ADJUST The RADIO VOLUME ADJUST is a one time setting which depend
8. nstaller must have a firm knowledge of basic electricity vehicle electrical systems and emergency equipment WARNING Sound Hazard Sound level from siren speaker gt 120dBA 10 feet may cause hearing damage A Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity Ref OSHA 1910 95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines Mounting Mount the control head for easy access by the vehicle operator DO NOT mount in air bag deployment area Assure clearances before drilling in vehicle Wiring Use wiring capable of handling the current required Make sure all connections are tight Route wiring to prevent wear overheating and interference with air bag deployment Install and check all wiring before connection to vehicle battery Testing Test all siren functions after installation to assure proper operation Test vehicle operation to assure no damage to vehicle Keep These Instructions Keep these instructions in the vehicle or other safe place for future reference Advise the vehicle operator of the location AMPLIFIER MOUNTING Choose a mounting location in an area such as the driver compartment firewall under a seat etc Mounting the amplifier in the engine compartment or in an area directly exposed to weather is not recommended Assure adequate ventilation to prevent overheating Consider wire routing and access to connector Install amplifier to vehicle using 1 4 hardware not supplied
9. s on the radio connected and its normal volume Access the RADIO VOLUME ADJUST through a hole on the side of the amplifier Switch siren to RADIO mode and turn on the power With the volume on the radio itself set to normal level set the RADIO VOLUME ADJUST to the desired level TB0334B Page 6 of 9 10 18 03 SERVICE This unit is designed to provide years of reliable 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 following chart shows typical symptoms and possible causes A blown panel fuse doesn t necessarily mean that the unit is bad If a speaker or speaker lead is shorted this fuse will blow before the unit is damaged Disconnect the SPKR leads and replace the fuse If the siren emits a sound when in the Yelp position it is OK Check the speaker s or leads for possible shorting PROBLEMS Symptom Possible Cause No Power or siren output Power switch not turned on Does backlighting come on Bad Speaker Do you hear a pop when turned on Connector or connections loose With siren on yelp selected listen for tone in Panel fuse blown amplifier Loose connection at power source Is an external fuse or circuit breaker used Are the power leads connected to a good buss No siren tone High Voltage Protection The input voltage must be less than highest rating PA works Mic Button stuck Does Mic Button releas
10. tion number RMA before you ship the product to Carson Please write the RMA clearly on the package near the mailing label Be sure to provide a return address contact and phone number along with a brief description of the problem TB0334B Page 7 of9 10 18 03 6 RADI 0 HORN 8 MAN e WAIL O YELP PHASER Control Head Item Part Description 8025 DRS CAP Button red w dress nut C amp K 801803000 Cap 702501201 Nut for pushbutton switch CP3040 Cable control head power ES00003 09 Cable microphone extension 8FT CP3850 is 18FT for SA 430 83FX version Control PA volume 1K ohm for all other PCB s CP4000 Control PA volume no face mount 1K ohm for PCB CP3873 Rev E and higher CP3045 Cover control head back for PCB CP2602 LEM Cover control head back push on for PCB CP3873 5 JKLZ7001PSBL Lamp T 1 3 4 14V Bi pin JKL 7001 CP3570 Microphone for SA 430 83F version F e Microphone with locking connector for SA 430 83FX version CP3633 Microphone clip with mounting screws 6 CP30351 Panel control head front _ SR3055 Rivet plastic snap for CP3045 back cover _ Richco SR 3055B 7 8 7101 T C Q Switch toggle pwer C amp K 7101TCQ gt 10 o 9 CP3599 Switch rotary function Amplifier Item Part Description gt O CP38771 Cable amplifier power 0 CP
11. utput of the fuse block This provides additional protection of a fused input to the control head Lights Yellow This lead may be connected to the dash lights or to the red power lead Connecting to the dash lights will turn on the panel lights whenever the dash lights are on When connected to the red lead make sure that the ignition switch controls the power to that connection This prevents the panel lights from being continuously on Control White Connect to white lead from amplifier Route this lead away from radio transmitter antenna lead to prevent RF interference being fed to the siren amplifier Auxiliary Input Green Used for Siren control Performs same function as Siren button Connect to a normally open switch or to horn ring circuit Circuit may connect to either positive or negative When connected to horn ring circuit use a SPDT switch to connect horn ring to either vehicle horn or to manual control circuit NOTE Permanent disconnection of the vehicle horn is NOT recommended NOTE Be sure to cut lead short if not used to prevent R F interference and insulate with electrical tape Added SPDT if Switch HORN RING SWITCH HORN RING CONNECTION TB0334B Page 4 of 9 10 18 03 AMPLIFIER ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Disconnect vehicle battery before making the following electrical connections Electrical connections to the amplifier are made using the wiring harness supplied If the amplifier needs service the
12. vehicle dash lights High Voltage Siren output stops with input voltage above highest rating Stops high output power from blowing speaker Reverse Polarity Fuse blows when power is wired backwards Shorted Output Fuse blows if speaker shorts a common problem No fuse but has reverse polarity protection NOTICE Due to continuous product improvements we must reserve the right to change any specifications and information contained in this manual at any time without notice Carson Manufacturing Co Inc makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Carson Manufacturing Co Inc shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this manual TB0334B Page 2 of 9 10 18 03 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 PRECAUTIONS For the safety of the installer vehicle operator passengers and the community please observe the following safety precautions Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage injury or death Qualifications The i
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