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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
SA-430-17
REMOTE SIREN AMPLIFIER
WITH MECHANICAL TONE
RADIO
PA
SIREN
VOL
STBY
MECH
SA-430
WAIL
ON
YELP
POWER
PHASER
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
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Page 2 of 15 SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................................. 2 SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 3 NOTICE ..................................................................................................................................... 3 GENE
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SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 3 of 15 SPECIFICATIONS Input Voltage 11 - 16 VDC (negative ground) Input Current 8 AMPS (@14 VDC - single 100W speaker) 16 AMPS (@14 VDC - dual 100W speakers) Standby Current Less than 250 mA Audio Frequency 200Hz - 10 kHz + 3db Audio Distortion Less than 3% (@1 kHz - single 100W speaker) Audio Output 40 watts (@14 VDC - single 100W speaker) Audio Input 400 ohms + 10% Output Power 105 WATTS RMS MAX. (15 VDC - single 100W speaker
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Page 4 of 15 SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions GENERAL DESCRIPTION The SA-430 Remote Siren Amplifier with Mechanical Tone is a premium unit designed for single or dual 100W speaker use. The control head is only 1 inch deep and can be installed in minimum clearance areas. Connection between the control head and amplifier is via a single lead wire with common ground. A 6-position rotary selector switch controls the primary operating modes of Radio, Standby, Mechanical,
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SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 5 of 15 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 fo
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Page 6 of 15 SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions OPTION SWITCHES An 8-position DIP switch on the remote amplifier may be changed to select various options. Option Switches On Remote Amp 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 ON Option Switches Default Setting (Shown) all OFF (UP) SW-1 Two-Tone - Turn this switch on to replace Phaser tone with Two-Tone. SW-2 Mechanical Override - Pressing the Siren push-button normally produces Horn tone while the rotary function switch is in Mech
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SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 7 of 15 MOUNTING – Amplifier Select a location for the amplifier 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. Allow clearance for wiring and radio adjustment. Inspect behind mounting area for clearance. Mark the location of the mounting holes
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Page 8 of 15 SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - Amplifier Electrical connections to the amplifier are made using a terminal block plug located on the amplifier. A label on the unit identifies each terminal function. You should install the plug on the unit before wiring. If the unit needs service the plug can be easily removed without unwiring. The power supply of the unit must be capable of delivering peak currents up to 50 amps for adequate s
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SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 9 of 15 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONTINUED Horn HORN RLY Vehicle +VDC Circuit Momentary Horn or SPST Auxiliary Input -VDC Switch Splice Connection +VDC May need to Examples or Added add diode -VDC SPDT or Aux input is (10mA current) Switch activated with +VDC AND -VDC Vehicle Note: To To To Vehicle horn will also Horn AUX AUX AUX sound with siren Control Head Cable may be (AUX) Auxiliary Input Control Head ext
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Page 10 of 15 SA-430-17 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 associated with high-speed pursuit. Most siren functions are accessible with one simple mo
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SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 11 of 15 SIREN SWITCH This momentary push-button switch provides Horn or Manual tone control. It can optionally control Horn Ring Cycler 2 operation in the Standby position SIREN if the HRC2 option is selected. Horn - A simulated Air-horn tone momentarily sounded. Manual Wail - Manual control of Wail tone rise and fall. Manual Mech - Manual control of Mech tone rise and fall. The Siren push-button optionally provides the followi
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Page 12 of 15 SA-430-17 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) or improper installation. The following chart shows typical symptoms and possible causes. A blown amplifier fuse doesn't necessarily mean that the unit is bad. If a speaker or speaker lead is shorted this fuse will blow be
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SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 13 of 15 PARTS and ACCESSORIES The following parts and accessories are available from Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.: Part Description CP3965 Button, Switch Cap Black (for Siren pushbutton) CP4732 Control, 1K Vertical Trimmer (Amplifier) CP4834 Control, 1K Ohm Vertical Mini-Pot (Control Head PA) CP4812-1 Cover, Amplifier (Does not include Chassis) CP3880 Cover, Control Head back ATO/ATC 20A Fuse, 20 Amp Automotive CP
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Page 14 of 15 SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions 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 Authorization number (RMA#) before you ship
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SA-430-17 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 15 of 15 CONTROL HEAD INSTALLATION TEMPLATE 08/05/08 CP5010A 6-1/4” 5-7/8” 5-1/4” 1/2” 2-1/2” This inner area 2-5/8” 2-7/8” to be removed. CAUTION: Please note that top and bottom 1/8” edges only provide 1/8” overlap. Cut carefully.
