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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   ______