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SS741MG- - - - 11
SS741MG
SS741MG
SS741MG
DUAL AMPLIFIER SIREN
DUAL AMPLIFIER SIREN
DUAL AMPLIFIER SIREN
DUAL AMPLIFIER SIREN
Installation and Operating Instructions
Installation and Operating Instructions
Installation and Operating Instructions
Installation and Operating Instructions
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PLITSTR250 REV F
5/15/17
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- Page 1 SS741MG SS741MG SS741MG SS741MG- - - - 11 DUAL AMPLIFIER SIREN DUAL AMPLIFIER SIREN DUAL AMPLIFIER SIREN DUAL AMPLIFIER SIREN Installation and Operating Instructions Installation and Operating Instructions Installation and Operating Instructions Installation and Operating Instructions PLITSTR250 REV F 5/15/17...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Installation Information MODEL: SS741MG-11 Serial #: OPTIONS PURCHASE DATE: Alternate Magnum Tones INSTALLATION DATE: Two-Tone Enabled INSTALLER: Phaser/Man Auxiliary DEALER: Phaser Disabled Model and serial number located on bottom of unit TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL DESCRIPTION INSTALLATION 2-10 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2, 6 UNPACKING INSTALLER-SELECTABLE OPTIONS... -
Page 3: General Description
(General Description CONT’D) Another feature allows cycling through Wail, Yelp, Phaser and Standby by providing a signal to the horn ring auxiliary wire when the function switch is in the Hands Free (HF) position. A Park Kill option is provided for connection to a door switch, etc. to disable the siren when exiting the vehicle. -
Page 4: Installer-Selectable Options
Installer Selectable Options There are several options that can be selected during installation. Jumpers on the back of the control head, as well as on the printed circuit board inside the amplifier case, allow the installer to select these various options. These options should be set before installation of the unit. - Page 5 (Installer Selectable Options CONT’D) Park Kill Input Polarity The Park Kill (Cutout) Input turns off any siren tone output when activated, and remains off until a control is activated or changed. The wiring diagram on page 11 shows two connection examples. The park kill input is normally activated by connecting to positive.
- Page 6 (Installer Selectable Options CONT’D) Phaser Disable The Phaser function can be completely disabled by removing the second option jumper from the back of the control head. This will also disable the Two-Tone function used when the manual button is pressed while the mode switch is in the Phaser position.
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Page 7: Mounting
(Installer Selectable Options CONT’D) Horn Ring Transfer The installer may opt to have the sirens electronic air horn replace the vehicle horn. This can be done by adding a single pole, double throw (SPDT) switch. Two Horn Ring Transfer wiring diagrams are shown below. Mounting SAFETY PRECAUTIONS For the safety of the installer, vehicle operator, passengers and the community... - Page 8 (Mounting CONT’D) CONTROL HEAD The control head is designed to be flush mounted. Select a location such as the dash, the overhead console, or a center console. Choose a mounting location convenient to the operator and away from any air bag deployment areas. Be sure to choose a location that has at least two inches of depth to accommodate the control head and cables.
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Page 9: Electrical Connections
Electrical Connections AMPLIFIER Electrical power connections to the amplifier are made using a removable connector located on the back of the amplifier case. Communication between the control head and the amplifier are made via a special communication cable. CAUTION: Please note that this cable IS NOT a standard telephone cord and CANNOT be replaced with one. - Page 10 (Electrical Connections CONT’D) Wire Size and Termination The wiring diagram on the next page shows the minimum wire size used for each connection, along with recommended lead color. Please use the following guidelines when wiring your siren: If the wire is longer than 10 ft. use the next larger wire size. Use only high ...
- Page 11 (Electrical Connections CONT’D) 8 - White (#18 AWG) 6 - Blue (#18 AWG) 3 - Blue (#18 AWG) 2 and 5 - Black 1 and 4 - Red -10-...
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Page 12: Operation
Operation General Please note that for the SS741MG-TEC the 7-position knob functions are reversed. This unit is designed for easy operation under the stress associated with high-speed pursuit. Most siren functions are accessible with one simple motion without repetitive activation of switches or automatic timed switching that can interfere with desired operation. -
Page 13: Manual
(Operation CONT’D) Mode vs. Output: Rotary Speaker Pressing the Manual Pushbutton Switch Output Changes the Tone To: Position: Tone Phaser Phaser Two-Tone Yelp Yelp Phaser Wail Wail Yelp Creates a manual WAIL tone while button Hands Free No Output is being held that sweeps down when the button is released. - Page 14 (Operation CONT’D) Magnum Mode: Rotary Switch Speakers Pressing Manual Pushbutton Position: 1 / 2 1 / 2 Phaser Wail/Phaser Wail/Two-Tone Yelp Double Yelp Yelp/Phaser (Staggered) Wail Double Wail Wail/Yelp (Staggered) Creates two staggered manual WAIL Hands Free No Output tones while button is being held that sweep down when the button is released.
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Page 15: Volume Controls
(Operation CONT’D) VOLUME CONTROLS Radio Repeat Volume The radio repeat volume is recessed on the front face of the amplifier next to the communication jack. This should be set when the vehicle is parked. First set the volume level of the vehicle’s two-way radio to its normal operating volume. -
Page 16: Park Kill
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Check No power Power switch not turned on Does back-lighting come on? Connector loose Do you hear a “pop” when turned on? Amplifier 15A fuse blown Is power hooked up backwards? Positive ground (one or both) vehicle? Is an external fuse or circuit breaker used? Loose connection at power source... -
Page 17: Speaker Diagnostics
(Troubleshooting CONT’D) Speaker Diagnostics There are two diagnostic LED’s located in the lower left hand corner of the control head. These LED’s will only turn on while a tone is trying to be generated. Status of the speakers are indicated as follows: Steady - Speaker is connected and operating properly. -
Page 18: Parts
Specifications Input Voltage 10 - 16 VDC (negative ground) Input Current 16 Amps @ 13.6 VDC (dual 100W speakers) Standby Current Less than 150 mA Audio Frequency 200Hz - 10 kHz + 3db Audio Output 40 watts @13.6 VDC (single 100W speaker) Output Power 105 WATTS RMS MAX. -
Page 19: Limited Warranty
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer warrants each new product against factory defects in material and workmanship for one year after the date of purchase. The owner will be responsible for returning to the Service Center any defective item(s) with the transportation costs prepaid. - Page 20 -19-...
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