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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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HYPERSPIKE
MODEL HS-14
REV A
Copyright © Ultra Electronics – USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA
PART NO.: xxxxxxxxx

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  • Page 1 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ® HYPERSPIKE MODEL HS-14 REV A Copyright © Ultra Electronics – USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA PART NO.: xxxxxxxxx...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5.1. Status Indicators ....................22 5.2. Power Supply (Fault – Power Supply) .............. 22 5.3. Amplifier Malfunction (Fault – Amplifier) ............23 5.4. Transducer Malfunction (Fault – Transducer) ........... 24 Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A -MAN-HS14...
  • Page 4 12.1. Failures Not Covered by This Warranty ............33 12.2. Limitation of Implied Warranties ................ 33 12.3. Exclusion of Certain Damages ................33 13.0 Appendix A: CH0002 Battery Charger ..............34 Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A -MAN-HS14...
  • Page 5 Figure 11.1-3 HS-14 Control Panel w/ Standard Switches ........... 32 Figure 11.1-4 HS-14 Line & Mic Inputs .................. 32 Figure 11.1-5 HS-14 Control Panel w/ Key Switches ............32 Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A -MAN-HS14...
  • Page 6 ® HyperSpike HS-14 Operation and Maintenance Manual This manual contains information that is proprietary to Ultra Electronics USSI. It is intended solely for the education and use of parties operating and maintaining the equipment described herein. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA...
  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    Operators should wear hearing protection and ensure that personnel are not directly in front of the device, at close range, when the power is ON. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B...
  • Page 8: Safety Figure 1 Hi/Low Switch

    HS-14 and the intended target. CAUTION: Equipment damage may occur Audio feedback may occur when using a live microphone Always operate the microphone directly behind the HS-14 Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 9: Safe Handling

    THE HS-14 MAY TIP OVER OR FALL FROM WIND GUSTS OR PLATFORM MOVEMENT Always secure the HS-14 to the intended mounting device Never leave the unit unattended without being secured. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 10: Introduction

    • See the Parts List in Section 10 for a complete list of accessories and part numbers. • Power Cable (configurable as needed) • Portable DC Power Source • AC Power Adapter Figure 1.2-1 Standard Equipment Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 11: Physical Features

    The unit can go from disassembled to fully operational in just moments. The physical characteristics of the HS-14 are provided in Figure 1.3-1 and Figure 1.3-2. Figure 1.3-1 HS-14 Dimensions Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 12: Acoustic Performance

    Sound Pressure Level, Peak, A-Weighted 151 dB @ 1 meter Speech Transmission Index (STI-Intelligibility) 0.81 out of 1.00 *At Maximum Rated Output, Dependent Upon Ambient Conditions Figure 1.4-1 HS-14 Acoustic Specifications Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 13: Audio Inputs And Electrical Specifications

    28 Amps, 34 VDC *Note that operating the HS-14 at the lower end of the voltage range will result in diminished output. Figure 1.5-1 HS-14 Electrical Specifications Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 14: Preparation For Use

    If parts are missing or damaged, or become damaged at a later date, refer to the warranty information in section 12.0 to obtain replacement parts or service. Figure 2.1-1 HS-14 Features Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 15: Installation Of Mounting Adapter

    THE HS-14 MAY TIP OVER OR FALL FROM WIND GUSTS OR PLATFORM MOVEMENT Always secure the HS-14 to the intended mounting device Never leave the unit unattended without being secured. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 16: Installation With Ship Rail Mount

    2-inch (5 cm ) or smaller. Figure 2.5-1 Vertical Rail Mount Figure 2.5-2 Horizontal Rail Mount Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 17: Control Panel Connections

    Note: Each cable has a different size canon plug connector and will only connect to its respective connector on the unit. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 18: Control Panel Connections W/ Key Switches

    Note: Each cable has a different size canon plug connector and will only connect to its respective connector on the unit. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 19 ® HyperSpike HS-14 Operation and Maintenance Manual Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 20: Principles Of Operation

    The result is that audio energy can be transmitted at even greater distances, with incredible clarity, far exceeding the performance of standard speaker systems. Figure 3.1-1 Coherently Summed Frequencies with Waveguide Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 21: Sound Pressure Level (Spl)

    Acoustically reflective surfaces can create multi-path conditions that can be either constructive (add SPL) or deconstructive (subtract SPL). These variables are very difficult to Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 22: Beam Width

    Figure 3.4-2 shows the radiation pattern of nine frequencies ranging from a low frequency of 500 Hz to the very high frequency of 8000 Hz. Figure 3.4-2 Multi-frequency Polar Plot Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 23: Normal Operations

    • 3-5 mph: Wind felt lightly on the face • 5-8 mph: Leaves are kept in constant movement • 8-12 mph: Raises dust and loose paper • 12-15 mph: Causes small trees to sway Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 24: Operating Instructions

    The alert tone was designed to be used for short periods to gain attention prior to communication. To extend the life of the product, do not use the alert tone for extended continuous durations. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B...
  • Page 25: Microphone Operation

    To play a file from the internal file player: 1. Scroll to “File Select”. 2. Press the “Select” button. 3. Navigate to desired audio file (folder structure is defined by the end user). Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 26: Playing Files From The Internal File Player

    USB 2.0 Full Speed operation.) 2. Select “Import from USB”. 3. Allow cloning status to reach 100%. 4. Remove USB storage device. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 27: Updating Firmware

    4. Reconnect the power cable to the HS-14 connector. Turn on HS-14 to see if problem is solved. 5. If problem is not resolved, send unit back to manufacturer for repair. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 28: Amplifier Malfunction (Fault - Amplifier)

    3. Gently pull the rear section from the rest of the HS-14. 4. Disconnect the connector between the rear section and the body as shown in Figure 5.3-2. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B...
  • Page 29: Transducer Malfunction (Fault - Transducer)

    1. Remove the rear section of the HS-14 as described in section 5.3 steps 1 thru 5. 2. Remove housing rear panel by removing the 4 threaded studs using a ¼” socket drive. See Figure 5.4-1. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 30: Figure 5.4-1 Housing Rear Panel Nut Locations

    3/16” Allen wrench to remove the 4 socket head cap screws and pull the transducer from the speaker head. See Figure 5.4-2. Figure 5.4-2 Transducer Screw Location Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 31: Excessive Heat (Fault - Thermal Protection Mode)

    2. Speak into the microphone and play a message from the line level input devices separately to determine if a device is faulty. 3. The faulty device should be replaced. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 32: Reference Pin-Outs

    Black Blue MP3 Cable (Amphenol) Black Figure 5.7-1 Wire Color To Amphenol Pins Black Red to MP3 Cable (TRS) Sleeve Figure 5.7-2 MP3 TRS Connector Pin Out Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 33: Figure 5.7-3 Hs-14 Pin Outs

    F – Channel 3 – as from a sound system, must go G – Ground into this input, NOT the mic input Figure 5.7-3 HS-14 Pin Outs Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 34: Preventative Maintenance & Cleaning

    Ensure all connector covers are in place. Cover the HS-14 with a Maritime cover or store it in a dry place. Also, dry and stow accessories. Note: These recommended preventive maintenance actions should be added to the shipboard equipment preventive maintenance schedule. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 35: Software

    STORAGE To protect the HS-14 from damage, the unit should be stored in environments ranging in temperature from -40° to + 80°. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 36: Parts List

    92011A-6 Transit Case 90110A-PKG-802 Tripod - Heavy Duty (with transit bag) 92010A-801 Transducer 90110A-SK03 AC Power Adapter 90147A-801 Figure 10.1-1 HS-14 Accessories and Service Kit Part Numbers Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 37: Illustrations And Diagrams

    Figure 11.1-2 HS-14 Back View Figure 11.1-3 HS-14 Control Panel w/ Standard Switches Figure 11.1-4 HS-14 Line & Mic Inputs Figure 11.1-5 HS-14 Control Panel w/ Key Switches Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
  • Page 38: Warranty

    12.0 WARRANTY Ultra Electronics USSI warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and all subsequent owners, provided a copy of the original dated bill of sale is presented when service is requested under warranty.
  • Page 39: Appendix A: Ch0002 Battery Charger

    3.4. The charger will automatically detect the presence of a connected battery and initate the charging sequence. This is identified by the blinking green lights on the charger. Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B...
  • Page 40 7.2. Green blinking – Charging 7.3. Green steady on – Charging complete 7.4. Red blinking error – Shorted terminals or invalid battery chemistry 8. Charger Specifications 8.1. See UBI5134 Copyright © Ultra Electronics USSI Columbia City, IN 46725 USA REV B 90110A-MAN-HS14...
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