Carson SA-500-20 user manual

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Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.
5451 North Rural Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667
www.carsonsirens.com



SA-500-20
SIREN AMPLIFIER

OUTPUT VOLUME
YELP
WAIL MAN/PHSR HORN RAD PA
SA-500
STBY
O
RADIO
O
F
N
F


INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS






Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.


- Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage.
Sound Hazard
Do not op

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Page 2 of 8 SA-500-20 Installation and Operating Instructions INSTALLATION INFORMATION MODEL: SA-500- ______________________ OPTIONS SERIAL NO: __________________________ ______Auxiliary Input Selection PURCHASE DATE: _____________________ ______Two-Tone Selected DEALER: _____________________________ ______Phaser Disabled INSTA

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SA-500-20 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 3 of 8 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The SA500 Siren Amplifier is a premium unit designed for single or dual 100W speaker use. The primary operating modes are Yelp, Wail, Standby and Radio. A Noise Canceling PA Override and push-button Horn Override are available in all modes except Radio. Another push-button is pro- vided for push-on/push-off Phaser operation i

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Page 4 of 8 SA-500-20 Installation and Operating Instructions 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.

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SA-500-20 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 5 of 8 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (2) #22 AWG BLU #22 AWG WHT (See below) Connect to output Electrical connections to the unit are made jack, terminals or #22 AWG GRN (See below) speaker of radio using a removable terminal block plug located on the back. A label on the unit (2) #18 AWG BRN #14 AWG RED RADIO (#16 - 2 SPKR) Use second lead identifies

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Page 6 of 8 SA-500-20 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 a

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SA-500-20 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 7 of 8 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 internal fuse doesn't necessarily mean that the

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Page 8 of 8 SA-500-20 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 Se