Soundoff Signal Armada A200 Manual

DE2-EAMSAA200
200W COMPACT SIREN W/PA FUNCTION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Overall Dimensions
Remote Switch Panel: 2.1"H x 1"W x 3.6"D
Amplifier: 2.5"H x 5.8"W x 6.3"D
Microphone: 1.0"H x 1.5"W x 4.0"D
Input Voltage: 11 - 16Vdc (negative ground)
Operating Temperature: -30°C to +65°C
Siren
Input Current 25 Amps @ 13.6 VDC
(Dual 100W Speakers)
Standby Current: <160mA
Output Voltage: Max 200W @ 12VDC
(Dual 100W speakers)
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General
The Armada A200 siren is designed to work
with the personnel of law enforcement, fire
fight/rescue and EMS (Emergency Medical
Service) who is driving an emergency vehicle
and requesting the right-of-way. With easy
to use, state-of-the-art and compact size of
design, Armada will contribute to minimize the
detraction other than the traffic circumstance,
help to pass congested traffic effectively and
reduce the time of installation.
The A200 siren also has been designed to meet
the special needs of motorcycle applications.
This siren incorporates a rugged waterproof
enclosure along with microprocessor based
circuitry and MOSFET technology.
In addition, the siren is made up of an amplifier
and a remote switch panel and a microphone.
A current-sensing circuit built onto the PCB
eliminates the unexpected damage with
speaker overload. With remotely mounted,
handheld controller and microprocessor driven
tone generator. Armada provides a highly
versatile electronic siren system.
The Armada A200 siren is waterproof. It may
be installed under the seat, in the truck or on
the dash of any vehicles with 12 volts, negative
ground chassis system.
The A200 siren can drive one or two 11-ohm
impedance (100W) speakers When two
speakers are used, which will generate total
200W output, they must always be connected
in parallel and in phase.
Overview
Warning
Failure to follow the safety precautions below
may result in property damage, serious injury, or
death to you, to passengers, or to others.
Sound Hazards
Your hearing and others', in or close to your
vehicle with Armada AS200 siren equipped,
could be damaged by the loud sound. This can
occur from exposures to loud siren sounds. All
sounds generated by Armada may, in certain
situations, cause permanent hearing loss.
You should minimize your exposure times and
wearing proper hearing protection, for hearing
conservation guidance, refer to federal, state or
local recommendations.
Detraction Warning
If the unique combination of emergency vehicle
equipment installed in your vehicle has resulted
in the siren controls being installed in the
position that requires the eyes of the driver
detracted from traffic, operate controls only
while your vehicle is stopped. It is necessary to
watch traffic while driving and recommended to
control A200 by touch only.
Sound Efficiency Warning
It may not alert everyone although Armada
is operating properly in your vehicle. People
may not hear the siren sound so you MUST
continue driving cautiously. Frequently inspect
the speaker to ensure that it is clear of any
obstruction, such as snow or mud. Improper
use of the speaker or of its installation will
reduce the efficiency of sound output, which
results in degrading the alert effectiveness. Be
also aware that the use of A200 does not give
you the right to force your way through traffic.
Your siren sound, the actis is requesting the
right of way only.
A200 comes standard with a remote control
head and a noise-cancelling microphone for PA
use. The amplifier box contains all intelligence to
generate siren sound amplification. Three rocker
switches consist of the remote switch panel.
The left switch of the three on the panel is siren
power switch. The middle switch of the three
on the panel is used to control various siren
functions. The other switch on the right side of
the panel enables the AUX function. A noise-
cancelling microphone provides high quality
voice reproduction without feedback (squeal).
The microphone push-to-talk switch overrides
any siren signal for instant PA use. The knob
that is on the microphone can adjust the volume
of the PA.
A current-sensing circuit protecting the amplifier
from overload is built in. Upon a short circuit/
overload such as overheat inside the speaker,
or improper vibration of speaker diaphragm,
is sensed, the amplifier will be disabled to
minimize possible damage of the amplifier. A
regular fuse of 10 amperes is also installed
outside the amplifier to protect the siren system.
When the vehicle horn ring switch is operated,
the siren will produce either Air Horn or Manual
siren sound. With the power of the siren turned
off, the horn ring switch closure will perform the
regular vehicle horn sound.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INSTALLER:
Make sure to read and understand all
instructions and warnings before proceeding
with the installation of this product. Ensure
the manual and all warning cards are
delivered to the end user of this equipment.
WARNING
!
Sirens produce loud sounds that
may damage hearing:
- Roll up windows.
- Wear hearing protection.
- Use only for emergency response.
- Avoid exposure to siren sound
outside of vehicle.
DE2-EAMSAA200 11.16 Pg. 1