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2562418C
REV. C 411
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Control Pad Configuration Software Manual 2562418C REV. C 411 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2 Federal Signal Corp. ® ® ® ® ® ® Convergence is a trademark of Federal Signal Corporation. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. ® Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Linking Buttons to Slide Switch Positions (Lightbar Pane) ............39 CHAPTER 5 Configuring the SignalMaster ..........44 An Overview of the SignalMaster Pane ................44 SignalMaster Default Settings .................... 45 Assigning SignalMaster Control to the SignalMaster Button ............ 46 SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 4 Resetting the IP Address in Windows XP ................105 Troubleshooting Your IP Connection in Windows Vista/7 ............108 Resetting Your IP Address in Windows Vista/7 ..............110 The Default Configuration ....................115 Button Layout Worksheet ....................116 SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 5 Pins for Internal Solid State Relay ....................79 Switch Positions for Internal Solid State Relays ................79 Flash Functions for Perimeter Lights: Internal Relays ..............80 Flash Functions for Perimeter Lights: External Relay ..............88 ILS System Functions ........................ 97 SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Safety Messages

    This can occur from short exposures to very loud sounds, or from longer exposures to moderately loud sounds. For hearing conservation guidance, refer to federal, state, or local recommendations. OSHA Standard 1910.95 offers guidance on “Permissible Noise Exposure.” SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 8 • Do NOT install the speaker(s) or route the speaker wires where they may interfere with the operation of airbag sensors. • Installation of two speakers requires wiring speakers in phase. • Never attempt to install aftermarket equipment, which connects to the vehicle wiring, without SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 9 • File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining and/or reinstalling the product. Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death. RETAIN AND REFER TO THESE MESSAGES SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Preparing To Program The Control Pad

    Finally, the chapter walks you through the process of setting up the control pad for programming. To wire the control pad for 12 Vdc power, which is needed for programming, refer to the SmartSiren Platinum Installation, Maintenance, and Service manual, document number 2562502 or the Quick Connect Guide, document number 2562417. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 11: Installing The Software

    Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs > SmartSiren Platinum 3000 > Remove. Insert the SmartSiren Platinum Series CD into your CD or DVD drive. When the InstallShield Wizard appears, click Next to continue. Follow the on-screen instructions ®...

  • Page 12: Connecting The Control Pad To Your Computer In Windows Xp

    Windows XP after you have installed the SmartSiren Platinum Configuration Software. The network you create by following the steps in this section enables you to program the control pad. In the Start menu click Connect to and select Open. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 13 Preparing to Program the Control Pad Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 14 PC CONNECT ONLY. Plug the connector of the orange Ethernet crossover cable into the computer programming port on the side of the control pad. ORANGE ETHERNET CABLE (P/N 751532) PROGRAMMING PORT ON CONTROL PAD SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 15 Press and hold Button 6 while powering up the control pad. b) During the long beep, release Button 6. Press Button 6 again. The first LED on the control pad lights to indicate you are in Programming Mode. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 16: Connecting The Control Pad To Your Computer In Windows Vista/7

    Windows Vista and Windows 7 after you have installed the SmartSiren Platinum Configuration Software. The network you create by following the steps in this section enables you to program the control pad. In the Start menu, right-click Network and select Properties. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 17 Preparing to Program the Control Pad In the Network and Sharing Center, click the link Manage Network Connections. Right-click your Local Area Connection and select Properties. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 18 Preparing to Program the Control Pad Select Internet Protocol Version 6 and click Properties. Select Obtain an IPv6 address automatically and click OK. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 19 To establish the Ethernet connection in the next step, the control pad must be wired for 12 Vdc power. For connection instructions, refer to the SmartSiren Platinum Installation, Maintenance, and Service manual, document number 2562502 or the Quick Connect Guide, document number 2562417. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 20 Press Button 13. In approximately 30 seconds the first LED blinks and the control pad beeps to indicate that the Ethernet port is on. If you cannot connect to the Convergence Network, refer to the troubleshooting instructions in the appendix on page 108. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 21: Chapter 3 Exploring The Interface

    You can create and name additional configuration files for uploading to the same or other SmartSiren Platinum control pads. For easy reference, you can also print the screen version of your system configuration. The elements that make up the interface are illustrated below and described in the next pages. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 22 (page 29) (page 30) (page 27) Checkbox Escape Button (page 27) (page 28) Option Button (page 27) File Transfer Status (page 30) Timer Drop-Down List Device Selection Module (page 27) (page 26) Button Control Module (page 28) SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 23: Application Header

    For information on the system’s wiring, refer to the SmartSiren Platinum Installation, Maintenance, and Service manual, document number 2562502 or the Quick Connect Guide, document number 2562417. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 24: The Four Programming Modules

    Off switch. When the button is pressed, the perimeter lights connected to Relay 8 stay on without flashing (Steady On). The circuit is supplying +12 Vdc during its “on” state (Active High) and is open during its “off” state (Open Off). SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 25: The Button Selection Module

    The buttons are dedicated to SignalMaster-equipped lightbars or standalone SignalMaster lightbars. The SignalMaster Pane in the Device Selection Module has options assignable to these buttons. For more information, see “Chapter 5: Configuring the SignalMaster” on page 44. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 26: Slide Switch Buttons

    Windows XP. Options are dimmed until you select a device Options are grouped by device, function, Buttons for activation by a slide and similarity. switch position appear when a slide switch button is selected. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 27: Device Selection Tabs

    Drop down lists are for functions that have many choices, such as flash patterns and timer settings. To select a function from a drop-down list, click the arrow next to the list box and move your cursor over a function in the drop-down list to highlight it. The box displays your selection. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 28: Escape Button

    To turn off the Security Timer, press the first button again or let it time out. • as a Timer with a set duration for a function to stay on. The durations are the same as for the Security Timer. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 29: Inputs 1 To 4

    Inputs 1 to 4 (gray) on back of the SmartSiren Platinum 6 7 8 Siren Amplifier 11 1 1 1 2 3 4 INPUT Inputs 1 to 4 in SmartSiren Platinum configuration software SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 30: Horn Ring

    System menu. The command transfers a configuration file from the control pad to your computer for editing. The next chapters describe how to configure the control pad using each pane in the Device Selection Module. For an overall view of the default settings, see the table on page 115. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 31: Button Control Capabilities

    On Power Up Momentary Momentary Momentary Momentary 24 characters Push On/Off Push On/Off Push On/Off Push On/Off Security Timer Security Timer Security Timer Security Timer Timer Timer Timer Timer 24 characters 24 characters 24 characters 24 characters SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 32: Menu Commands

    Print: Prints a copy of the configuration window. Exit: Closes the SmartSiren Platinum software application without saving the configuration file. System Menu System Option: Loads the default configuration file containing the factory settings. continued on next page SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 33 1024 x 768 pixels to display the Large size. Help Menu Help Manual: Displays a pdf of the control pad configuration software manual. About: Displays the software version, description, and copyright. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 34: Chapter 4 Configuring The Lightbar

    Valor™, and Vision™ SLR. The lightbar auxiliary functions in the pane are not dimmed because you can assign them to more than one button. For example, if the takedown lights are assigned to Button 2, they remain available for assignment to other buttons. Pane for all other buttons Pane for Slide Switch Buttons SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 35: Lightbar Default Settings

    See “Linking Buttons to Slide Switch Positions (Lightbar Pane)” on page 39. To assign lightbar functions: Click any button except SignalMaster and Warn: Button Function Limits The functions for all buttons (except Slide Switch 3, which accepts a limit of 20) are limited to a maximum of 10. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 36 SignalMaster and Warn. They are the same patterns; the different classification emphasizes how they are used. The intersection pattern is typically a high activity pattern that is assigned to a Timer button with an eight second duration. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 37 For more information about flash patterns, consult the instruction manual for your model of lightbar. Select Lightbar Auxiliary functions for the button. For a description of the functions, see the table on page 42. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 38 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 39: Linking Buttons To Slide Switch Positions (Lightbar Pane)

    Lightbars that have more patterns are restricted to the number available in the drop-down list. For more information about flash patterns, consult the instruction manual for your model of lightbar. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 40 Verify your button settings in the Button Configuration Module. The buttons activated by the slide switch position is listed under Control Head in the directory tree. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 41 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 42: Lightbar Auxiliary Functions

    Scene light on the front left of the lightbar Dims the lights approximately 50 percent to prevent blinding Dimming approaching drivers at night. The outer ends of the lightbar dim to eliminate the disorienting Cruise Light effect of flashing lights. continued on next page SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 43 Release the button when the pod Jog Left (Vision SLR) reaches the position you want. Alley LED pod moves forward with a press of the control pad button assigned to the function. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 44: Chapter 5 Configuring The Signalmaster

    The button you select determines which of four SignalMaster panes opens on your desktop. The SignalMaster and Warn buttons are dedicated only to SignalMaster lights. Pane for SignalMaster button Pane for Warn button SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 45: Signalmaster Default Settings

    Right, Center Out patterns 8-Head Version (not configurable) Warn Momentary Rear Lightbar. Step-through warning Patterns 1 Rear External Discrete, through 4 8-Head Version * The Button Control Module is not available because the option cannot be changed. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 46: Assigning Signalmaster Control To The Signalmaster Button

    Left, Right, Center Out. To assign SignalMaster control to the SignalMaster button. Click the SignalMaster button. The SignalMaster pane moves to the front. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 47 Verify your button settings in the Button Configuration Module. When you are finished, press CTRL + S, or select Save or Save As from the File menu, and save the configuration file in the folder you created on your hard drive. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 48: Assigning Signalmaster Control To The Warn Button

    See “Assigning SignalMaster Control to the Slide Switch” on page 54. To assign a Signalmaster function to the Warn button: Click the Warn button. The SignalMaster pane moves to the front. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 49 If you assign more than one step function, each press of the button steps through an assigned pattern. A press of the button after the last assigned step function turns off the button. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 50 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 51: Assigning Signalmaster Control To Buttons 1 To 15 And Inputs

    Select how you want the button to operate by clicking an option button in the Button Control pane. If you want the button to act as a timer, select the duration from the drop-down list. If the lightbar pane is not in front of the other Device Selection panes, click the Lightbar tab. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 52 Select one warn pattern. When the button is pressed, each selected SignalMaster Type displays the pattern. Split Left and Split Right are not available for Front SignalMaster types. Select Fast or Low Power, or both. See the table “Fast and Low Power Options” on page 58. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 53 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 54: Assigning Signalmaster Control To The Slide Switch

    Linking a button also extends the number of assignable functions available to a slide switch button with the additional 10 functions of the linked button. Warn Button step-through warning patterns SignalMaster Button Left, Right, Center Out step-through SAE directional patterns SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 55 Fourth Step Function, which is the fourth push of the Warn Button. To continue, click another Slide Switch Button, select a function, and click another button (Buttons 1 to 5 and Buttons 14 and 15) to activate. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 56 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 57: Signalmaster Types

    7 on the SmartSiren Platinum Siren Amplifier. The 8-Head Version has wires that connect to SM pins 1 through 8 on the SmartSiren Platinum Siren Amplifier. 6 7 8 11 1 1 1 2 3 4 INPUT SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 58: Signalmaster Ils Directional Patterns

    To decrease power consumption and for nighttime operation, low- power mode turns on a single lamp at a time, instead of building the Low Power pattern. The feature is available only with the Rear External Discrete SignalMaster. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 59: Configuring The Siren

    CHAPTER 6 Configuring the Siren An Overview of the Siren Pane The button you select determines which of four Siren panes opens on your desktop. The sections that follow describe the functions that are available depending on the button selected. Inputs 1–4 Horn Ring Button 1–15...

  • Page 60: Siren Default Settings

    Some buttons have the Button Control option to be Exclusive. They turn on a function when pressed and turn off the button that was pressed previously in the same row. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 61 Select how the siren is controlled by the button. A function is dimmed because it is assigned to other buttons. For a description of the Siren Control options, see “Siren Control (Horn Ring)” and “Siren Control (Buttons 1–15)” on page 69. Horn Ring Buttons 1–15 SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 62 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 63: Siren Functions For Slide Switch 1-3

    If the Siren pane is not in front of the other Device Selection panes, click the Siren tab. Select Siren Dependent or Horn Ring Transfer or both. Button Control for the Slide Switch The Button Control Module is unavailable for the Slide Switch because each switch position acts as a momentary button. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 64 Click a button to activate it (green) in the selected slide switch position. Select additional buttons if you want to turn on or off their assigned functions along with the function assigned to the slide switch position. Verify your settings in the Button Configuration Module. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 65 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 66: Siren Input Control For Inputs 1-4

    The functions for all buttons (except Slide Switch 3, which accepts a limit of 20) are limited to a maximum of 10. If the siren pane is not in front of the other Device Selection panes, click the Siren tab. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 67 Leave the checkbox empty or deselect Siren Mute if you want siren functions, such Public Address, to be audible when the vehicle is parked or a siren tone to sound as an alarm when a condition in the vehicle changes. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 68 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 69: Siren Function (Buttons 1-15)

    Turns off the Siren Dependent Enable, which restricts siren Siren Dependent Disable activation to a slide switch position. Siren Control: Horn Ring Function Description Turns on the Horn Ring Transfer function when the SmartSiren Horn Ring On Power-Up Platinum system is powered up. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 70: Siren Control (Inputs 1-4)

    When selected for an Input circuit, this function deactivates Siren Mute the all siren functions, except Air Horn and Manual, when the circuit is active. 3 AND 4 1 AND 2 +12 V ACTIVE GROUND ACTIVE (ACTIVE HIGH) (ACTIVE LOW) +12 V −GND SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 71: Chapter 7 Configuring The Internal Relays

    (pulled to ground). The four three-ampere relays are active high only. The internal relays are commonly used for non-serial controlled devices or small flashing lights. Pane for all other buttons Pane for SignalMaster button SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 72: Relay Default Settings

    The functions for all buttons (except Slide Switch 3, which accepts a limit of 20) are limited to a maximum of 10. If the Relay pane is not in front of the other Device Selection panes, click the Relay tab. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 73 Configuration Module, a prompt asks you to verify the change before you continue. Click Yes to retain the check next to the relay and clear the selections on the right half of the screen. Click No to clear all selections. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 74 Select an active state. Active High/Low selections are not available for Relays 11–14, which are active high only. If you selected a flash rate for two or more lights, select whether they flash in synch (Phase A) or alternate (Phase B). Select the Off State of the relay. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 75 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 76: Configuring The Internal Relays For The Slide Switch Buttons

    Select a relay for configuration. The relay is highlighted so that you can easily see it for editing. The other relays dim until you complete the configuration of the relay by selecting the options on the right. For a description of the options, see the tables on pages 79 and 80. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 77 Click a button to activate it (green) in the selected slide switch position. Select additional buttons if you want to turn on or off their assigned functions along with the function assigned to the slide switch position. Verify your settings in the Button Configuration Module. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 78 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 79: Pins For Internal Solid State Relay

    The NC relay is open during the “off” state, a condition similar to an open Open Off electromechanical relay. The NC relay alternates from its former polarity to the other each time it Inverse Off is in the “off” state. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 80: Flash Functions For Perimeter Lights: Internal Relays

    Steady On One or more lights stay on and do not flash. Phase A Two or more lights flash in synch. Phase B Two or more lights flash alternately with a 90-degree phase shift. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 81: Chapter 8 Configuring The External Relay

    CHAPTER 8 Configuring the External Relay An Overview of the External Relay The External Relay is the Federal Signal Model 660100 Relay Module/Two-Channel Flasher. It is used either in place of, or in addition to, the SmartSiren Platinum Siren Amplifier in the Convergence Network. The Model 660100 connects to the SmartSiren Platinum Siren Amplifier through an RS-485 serial cable.

  • Page 82: Configuring The External Relay

    If you want the button to act as a timer, select the duration from the drop-down list. Some buttons have the additional Button Control option to be Exclusive. They turn on a function when pressed and turn off the button that was pressed previously in the same row. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 83 88. If you have selected a Relay Function flash pattern for a series of two or more lights, select if you want the lights to alternately flash the pattern. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 84 Click OK. In the Save As dialog box, navigate to the folder you created for your configuration files and save the file under a new name. When you click Save again before closing the application, it updates your renamed file by overwriting it. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 85: Configuring The External Relay For The Slide Switch Buttons

    For a description of the options, see the tables on pages 75 and 76. Relays are available when Activate Relays 3 and 4 into 2-Channel Flasher is not selected. Option for small flashing lights connected to Relays 3 and 4. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 86 Select a relay. If you are using the two-channel flasher, skip this step and select the option Activate Relays 3 and 4 into 2-Channel Flasher. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 87 88. If you have selected a Relay Function flash pattern for a series of two or more lights, select if you want the lights to alternately flash the pattern. Verify your settings in the Button Configuration Module. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 88: Flash Functions For Perimeter Lights: External Relay

    Federal Signal light is a solid color model or split color combination model. For more details, refer to the instructions included with the lights. Alternates the flashing of the lights connected to Relays 3 Alternate Relay 3 and 4 and 4. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 89: Chapter 9 Configuring The Ils System

    Rear Light Cut-Off, Takedown lights, Steady Burn LEDs and SignalMaster capability (see “Chapter 5: Configuring the SignalMaster” on page 44). Each ILS lightbar is connected to the Convergence Network through a CAT5 serial communication cable that connects to the back of the SmartSiren Platinum Siren Amplifier. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 90: Configuring The Ils System

    If you want the button to act as a timer, select the duration from the drop-down list. Buttons 1–13 have the additional Button Control option to be Exclusive. They turn on a function when pressed and turn off the button that was pressed previously in the same row. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 91 Lightbars that have more patterns are restricted to the number available in the drop-down list. For more information about flash patterns, consult the instruction manual for your model of lightbar. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 92 Configuring the ILS System Select functions for the ILS System. All ILS lightbars assigned to the button will operate the function. Verify your settings in the Button Configuration Module. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 93: Configuring The Ils System For The Slide Switch Buttons

    The functions for all buttons (except Slide Switch 3, which accepts a limit of 20) are limited to a maximum of 10. If the ILS pane is not in front of the other Device Selection panes, click the ILS tab. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 94 Select the ILS lightbars in the Convergence Network. The dimmed options for the ILS System on right side of the pane become available when you select the type of lightbar that uses them. For a description of the function, see the table on page 97. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 95 For more information about flash patterns, consult the instruction manual for your model of lightbar. Select functions for the ILS System. All ILS lightbars assigned to the button will operate the function. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 96 Verify your settings in the Button Configuration Module. When you are finished, press CTRL + S, or select Save or Save As from the File menu, and save the configuration file in the folder you created on your hard drive. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 97: Ils System Functions

    Dims the lights approximately 50 percent to prevent blinding Dimming approaching drivers at night. Takedown White light directed to the front of the vehicle. Steady Burn One or more lights that stay on and do not flash. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 98: Chapter 10 Completing The Control Pad Configuration

    Saving Your Completed Configuration File If you have not already saved your configuration file, select Save or Save As from the File Menu, and save the configuration file in the folder you created on your hard drive. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 99: Printing A Record Of Your Configuration File

    Click a button and the tab of a device assigned to it to display settings for the button. Select Page Setup to open a dialogue box of print settings. Select the paper size, orientation, margins, and printer, then click OK. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 100 In the File menu select Print Preview to display a preview of the page layout of the window you want to print. If the page displays correctly, click the print icon the upper left corner. Continue printing the window for each button until you have a complete record. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 101: Uploading The Configuration File To The Control Pad

    Press Button 13. The first LED blinks and the control pad beeps to indicate you are in Programming Mode. Remove 12 Vdc power from the control pad, then reapply it. The control pad is in Operation Mode and ready to control the SmartSiren Platinum system. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 102: Testing The Smartsiren Platinum System

    Do not test the sound and light system of the vehicle while driving. Operating the vehicle warning systems may pose a hazard to the operator and other drivers if the systems do not function as expected. Test the vehicle only in a controlled environment. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 103: Appendix

    To power the control pad, turn the ignition key to the accessories position. When powered on, the control pad automatically provides a IP address to the computer. b) In the Start menu click Connect to and select Open. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 104 Click the Support tab. The IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway should match the information in the illustration below. Click Close to exit. If they do not match those in the illustration, see “Resetting the IP Address in Windows XP” on page 105. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 105: Resetting The Ip Address In Windows Xp

    If the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway do not match the illustration in step 6 on page 107, reset the network connection by disabling and enabling it: In the Start menu click Connect to and select Open. Under LAN or High-Speed Internet, right-click Local Area Connection and select Disable. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 106 IP Connection Troubleshooting, Control-Pad Default Configuration and Worksheet Wait for the connection to be disabled, then right-click Local Area Connection and select Enable. Wait for Windows XP to reconnect to the network. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 107 IP Connection Troubleshooting, Control-Pad Default Configuration and Worksheet Right-click Local Area Connection again and select Status. The IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway should match the information in the illustration below. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 108: Troubleshooting Your Ip Connection In Windows Vista/7

    To power the control pad, turn the ignition key to the accessories position. When powered on, the control pad automatically provides a IP address to the computer. b) In the Start menu, right-click Network and select Properties. In the Network and Sharing Center, click the link Manage Network Connections. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 109 IP Connection Troubleshooting, Control-Pad Default Configuration and Worksheet d) To check your IPv6 Address, IPv6 Subnet Mask, and IPv6 Default Gateway, right-click your Local Area Connection and select Status. In the Network Connection Status window, click Details. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 110: Resetting Your Ip Address In Windows Vista/7

    Resetting Your IP Address in Windows Vista/7 If the IPv6 Address, IPv6 Subnet Mask, and IPv6 Default Gateway do not match the illustration above, reset the network connection by disabling and enabling it. In the Start menu, right-click Network and select Properties. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 111 IP Connection Troubleshooting, Control-Pad Default Configuration and Worksheet In the Network and Sharing Center, click the link Manage Network Connections. Select your Local Area Connection and click Disable this network device. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 112 IP Connection Troubleshooting, Control-Pad Default Configuration and Worksheet Wait for the connection to be disabled, then right-click Local Area Connection and click Enable this network device. Wait for Windows Vista to reconnect to the network. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 113 IP Connection Troubleshooting, Control-Pad Default Configuration and Worksheet To check your IPv6 Address, IPv6 Subnet Mask, and IPv6 Default Gateway, right-click Local Area Connection and select Status. In the Network Connection Status window, click Details. SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 114 IP Connection Troubleshooting, Control-Pad Default Configuration and Worksheet In the Network Connection Details the IPv6 Address, IPv6 Subnet Mask, and IPv6 Default Gateway should match the information in the illustration below. SmartSiren Platinum Series...

  • Page 115: The Default Configuration

    Relay Function: Steady On Active High, Open Off Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Horn Ring Active Low Active Low Active High Active High Button Control: Button Control: Button Control: Button Control: Momentary Momentary Momentary Momentary SmartSiren Platinum Series...
  • Page 117 2645 Federal Signal Drive, University Park, IL 60484-3167 Tel.: (800) 264-3578 • Fax: (800) 682-8022 www.fedsig.com © 2011 Federal Signal Corporation...

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