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Sigtronics UltraSound US-LAC4 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Sigtronics UltraSound US-LAC4 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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Sigtronics UltraSound Emergency Intercom System
INTRODUCTION
ATTENTION INSTALLER: To assure a trouble free installation,
please read these entire instructions through once before
beginning.
The Sigtronics UltraSound Emergency Intercom System, when used
with Sigtronics noise attenuating headsets provides the emergency
apparatus crew with clear, hands free, voice activated (VOX) intercom.
The system also allows full radio monitoring at all headset positions
as well as radio transmit capability from selected headsets via Push-
To-Talk (PTT) switches.
Applications: The unit is designed for fire apparatus, rescue and
ambulance vehicles, marine emergency equipment, airport ground
vehicles, and mobile emergency command centers.
Voice Activated Intercom (VOX) feature allows "hands free" com-
munication between headsets connected to the UltraSound unit.
Start speaking and the intercom turns on instantly to relay your
message clearly to the other headsets. Stop talking and it turns off
to reduce background noise.
Up to Four Headset Positions can be connected to the UltraSound
US-LAC4 unit and up to six for the US-LAC6 units. More headset
positions can be achieved by wiring additional jacks in parallel.
Only one headset, however, can be plugged into paralleled jacks
at one time. This paralleled jack scheme is most commonly used on
pumper trucks at the pump panel. In this case, the Driver plugs his
headset into his jack while driving. He then unplugs and plugs into
the pump panel when he arrives on scene.
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igtronics
US-LAC4 and US-LAC6
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Specialists in "SOUND" Management
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178 East Arrow Highway, San Dimas, CA 91773 (909) 305-9399
Headphone Output:
The UltraSound system is designed to easily drive six or more 300 to
1000 ohm headsets. Noise attenuating, full cushion headsets, such as
the Sigtronics SE-8, or SE-48 are recommended for best results. The
UltraSound system incorporates an automatic headphone limiting
circuit to eliminate the possibility of painful spurious radio or noise
spikes from getting to the headsets and into your ears.
Universal Radio Interface is designed to accommodate virtually
any type of communication radio. Adjustments for radio receive level
and transmit microphone level are provided to perfectly match the
UltraSound system to your particular radio.
Automatic Sidetone Generation allows everyone on the vehicle
to hear both sides of the radio conversations.
Excellent RF Immunity guarantees clean, clear, radio communi-
cations.
Standardized for use with Sigtronics single plug headsets (ie. SE-8,
SE-48, SE-18).
Model Differences:
The US-LAC4 is used in applications requiring up to four persons
at one time on intercom. Two of the four have radio transmit capa-
bility. The US-LAC4 is designed to accommodate two separate
vehicle radios.
The US-LAC6 can intercom up to six people at one time with the
same dual radio capability. Three of the six can transmit on the
vehicle radio.

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Summary of Contents for Sigtronics UltraSound US-LAC4

  • Page 1 1000 ohm headsets. Noise attenuating, full cushion headsets, such as The Sigtronics UltraSound Emergency Intercom System, when used the Sigtronics SE-8, or SE-48 are recommended for best results. The with Sigtronics noise attenuating headsets provides the emergency UltraSound system incorporates an automatic headphone limiting apparatus crew with clear, hands free, voice activated (VOX) intercom.
  • Page 2 This will assure that the headset cord will not Installation of the Sigtronics UltraSound System is a four step process: hang between the user and the vehicle door. I. Mount the intercom unit.
  • Page 3 Driver or Officer position. desired. You will have to drill the hole where required. Use a 5⁄16 Sigtronics provides two ways to mount the headset jacks for the inch drill. Rubber wire grommets are provided for the wire going UltraSound unit: through the jack box hole.
  • Page 4: Headset Jack

    They can Headset Jack and PTT Switch Cable. Enough wire is provided for a be used on positive ground vehicles only if a Sigtronics Positive typical vehicle installation. If required, additional hook-up wire can Ground Adapter is used.
  • Page 5: Wiring Diagram

    Test” section. Otherwise, if something is not working right, see the INTERCOM IN SOME HEADSETS BUT NOT IN OTHERS: following troubleshooting guide to find and fix the problem before 1. Make sure that UltraSound controls are set as above. US-lac4 US-lac6 i SigtronicS igtronicS ltra oUnd ntercomS...
  • Page 6 Incorrect wiring - wires switched either at the jack or at the 4. Check specific “bad” headset jack wiring for: point where the hookup wire connects to the Headset Jack and PTT Switch Cable. US-lac4 US-lac6 i igtronicS ltra oUnd ntercomS SigtronicS...
  • Page 7 1. Noise generated directly by the vehicle’s electrical / charging 1. Unplug all intercom headsets except for the Drivers. system — most commonly known as alternator whine. This is US-lac4 US-lac6 i SigtronicS igtronicS ltra oUnd ntercomS...
  • Page 8 NOTE: This solution should not be considered a * For the more popular radios of this type Sigtronics manufactures plug permanent fix. Vehicle charging system problems of this type in “Y” adapters to make these connections easy. Contact your Sigtronics will eventually cause other equipment failure as well as shorten dealer for pricing and availability.
  • Page 9 Missing or bad engine or alternator grounding straps. NOTE: It is far easier to troubleshoot with only one radio connected to the Sigtronics UltraSound unit at a time. If servicing the vehicle’s charging system is impractical, installing a good alternator whine power line filter in-line First determine if the trouble occurs with the vehicle engine running.
  • Page 10 3. With the radio’s hand mic, transmit as normal, to the remote This completes the UltraSound installation. station. Transmit long enough so that the receiving station can get “calibrated” to your transmission (voice) level. US-lac4 US-lac6 i igtronicS ltra oUnd ntercomS SigtronicS...
  • Page 11: System Operation

    Minor readjustment of the squelch may be necessary if the background noise level changes significantly (engine idling to cruise power with siren on). US-lac4 US-lac6 i SigtronicS igtronicS ltra oUnd ntercomS...
  • Page 12 1.667 1.667 0.2 DIA + 0.01 0.25 0.50 MOUNTING BRACKET BOTTOM VIEW Sigtronics UltraSound Intercom Typical Installation Dimensions 7-18-2011 UltraSound_Installation_Dimensions.pdf Sigtronics Installation Hot Line Number: 1-800-367-0977 ext. 8 igtronics  Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time ®...

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