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Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.
5451 North Rural Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667
www.carsonsirens.com
SC-550-10
28 VOLT
REMOTE
SIREN AMPLIFIER / LIGHT CONTROL
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Sound Hazard - Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage.
Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and any
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Page 2 of 12 SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................3 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................. 3 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................
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SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions Page 3 of 12 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The SC-550 Remote Siren Amplifier with integrated Lighting Control is a premium unit designed for single or dual 100W speaker use. A remote hand control is connected to the amplifier with a thin cable. A 6-position rotary switch controls the primary operating modes of Phaser, Yelp, Wail, Manual, Horn and Radio. A siren button and
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Page 4 of 12 SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions 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 dam- age to the unit or vehicle and may void warranties. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS For the safety of the installer, vehicle operator, pass
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SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions Page 5 of 12 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (2) #22 AWG Auxiliary Siren Input #22 AWG (See next page) Connect to output jack, terminals or Cutout Input #22 AWG (See next page) speaker of radio (2) #18 AWG (#16 - 2 SPKR) RADIO 2-SPKR - Connect for Slide Switch Non-Progressive Output 2 #22 AWG (500mA Max.) same phase (+ to +) RELAY RELAY Slide Switch Non-P
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Page 6 of 12 SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connections are made using pressure terminal connectors. Legends on the unit identify each terminal function. Attach leads by stripping 3/8", inserting into connector and clamp by tightening screw. Make sure the screw is tight and the wire can't be pulled out. Failure to adequately tighten the screw can result in
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SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions Page 7 of 12 L1, L2, L3 Outputs: These outputs are controlled by the slide switch in a progressive fashion. Outputs are fused. S1 to S4 Outputs: These outputs are controlled individually by pushbutton switch 1 to 4. Outputs are fused. OUT1,2 Outputs (Optional): Controlled by the slide switch in a non-progressive fashion.
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Page 8 of 12 SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions OPERATION Sound Hazard - Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage. Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity. (Ref. OSHA 1910.95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines) GENERAL This unit is designed for easy operation under the stress associa
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SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions Page 9 of 12 LIGHT CONTROLS A 4-position slide switch provides control of primary lighting functions. It also provides automatic activation of the siren. Four pushbuttons for additional lighting or controlling other devices. The power switch on the hand control must be ON for light controls to function. Slide Switch The slide switch provides progressive (addi
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Page 10 of 12 SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions 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), controlled devices, or improper installation. The following chart shows typical symptoms and possible causes. A blown siren fuse doesn'
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SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions Page 11 of 12 PARTS Part Description CP4177 Cable, Coil Cord W/Modular Connector (Hand Control) CP4732 Control, 1K Vertical Trimmer (Amplifier) F-16SP/12276 Control, 1K PA Volume w/Power Switch (Hand Control) CP4833-10 Connector, 10-pin Terminal Block Plug w/Locking Screws (Wiring not included) ATO/ATC 10A Fuse, 10 Amp Automotive (Siren) ATO/ATC 25A Fuse, 25 Amp
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Page 12 of 12 SC-550-10 28 Volt Installation and Operating Instructions INSTALLATION INFORMATION MODEL: SC-550 _______________________ OPTIONS SERIAL NO: __________________________ ______Two-Tone instead of Phaser PURCHASE DATE: _____________________ ______Phaser and Two-Tone Disable DEALER: _____________________________ ______HRC2 enabled ______
