Federal Signal Corporation DSA1X Description, Specifications, And Installation Manual

Federal Signal Corporation DSA1X Description, Specifications, And Installation Manual

High-powered indoor/outdoor speaker for use in hazardous locations

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DSA1X
Speaker
High-Powered Indoor/Outdoor Speaker
For use in hazardous locations
Description, Specifications,
and Installation Manual
25500485
Rev. A1 1018
Printed in U.S.A.
© Copyright 2018 Federal Signal Corporation

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  • Page 1 DSA1X Speaker ™ High-Powered Indoor/Outdoor Speaker For use in hazardous locations Description, Specifications, and Installation Manual 25500485 Rev. A1 1018 Printed in U.S.A. © Copyright 2018 Federal Signal Corporation...
  • Page 2 A copy of this limited warranty can also be obtained by written request to Federal Signal Corporation, 2645 Federal Signal Drive, University Park, IL 60484, email to info@fedsig.com or call +1 708-534-3400.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Messages..............................5 Safety Messages to Installers ..........................5 General Description ..............................8 Introduction .................................8 Features ................................8 Specifications ................................9 Installation ................................10 Determine a Suitable Location ..........................10 Wall Mounting ..............................10 Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Speaker Housing ................10 Pole Mounting ..............................14 Large Pole Mounting (6 in diameter or larger) ..................14 Small Pole Mounting (2-3/8 in or 4-1/2 in diameter poles) ................15 Mounting with Omni Direction Bracket (2-3/8 in diameter pole) ................16 Mounting without Bracket ..........................17...
  • Page 4 Figure 9 Bracket I-IP100-PM ..........................15 Figure 10 Bracket I-IP100-OMNI ...........................16 Figure 11 Surface mount hole center dimensions .....................17 Figure 12 Opening the speaker ..........................18 Figure 13 Wiring the Speaker Drawing ........................18 Figure 14 Tapping the Speaker Drawing ......................19 DSA1X Speaker...
  • Page 5: Safety Messages

    • When DSA1X Speakers are used out of doors, people indoors may not be able to hear the warning signals. Separate warning devices or procedures may be needed to effectively warn people indoors.
  • Page 6 For optimum sound distribution do not install this speaker where objects would block any portion of the front of the DSA1X Speaker. • Do not paint the DSA1X Speaker. No finish or coating is required. Paint may obstruct the sound output, reducing the effectiveness of the horn. •...
  • Page 7 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than what is contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Always test the DSA1X Speaker before using after repairs have been made.
  • Page 8: General Description

    Use the DSA1X as a warning and alert device with audible signals (tone or voice). The DSA1X is an addition to the DSA family, and can be combined with the DSA2, DSA4, and DSA6 for flexible mass notification designs. The DSA1X includes stainless steel mounting hardware for wall or ceiling mount.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications The following is a picture of the DSA1X Speaker with standard wall-mount bracket. Figure 1 Front and Back of DSA1X Speaker Specifications Table 1 Electrical Operating Voltage 25 V or 70 V Wire size for connectors 12 to 18 AWG...
  • Page 10: Installation

    Division 2, Groups F and G; Class III or nonhazardous locations only. Wall Mounting The DSA1X Speaker comes standard with a bracket for vertical wall or pole mount with optional pole accessories. The standard mount can be flipped to allow ceiling mount.
  • Page 11: Figure 2 Bracket Attached To Speaker

    Installation 3. Attach the U-shaped wall bracket with four supplied sets of 3/8-16 x 1 in bolts, flat washers, lock washers, and nuts. Figure 2 Bracket attached to speaker 1/2" NPT Sealed from the factory 1/4-20 x 5/8" screws (6) Note the orientation of this curved slot with respect to the...
  • Page 12: Figure 4 Depth And Height With Bracket

    Installation Figure 4 Depth and height with bracket 6.68 in 2.53 in 10.09 in 2.00 in 12.87 in Figure 5 Top view of speaker 1/2" NPT Sealed from the factory 12.87 in 10.09 in 8.90 in DSA1X Speaker...
  • Page 13: Figure 6 Bottom View Of Speaker

    Installation Figure 6 Bottom view of speaker 3/4" NPT Sealed from the factory 3/4" NPT 3/4" NPT* *DSA1X Speaker includes a Threaded Plug kit. Figure 7 Ceiling mount Description, Specifications, and Installation Manual...
  • Page 14: Pole Mounting

    Installation Pole Mounting The DSA1X comes standard with a bracket for vertical wall or ceiling mount. The optional I-IP100-PMW kit or I-IP100-PM kit is required for pole mounting. Large Pole Mounting (6 in diameter or larger) Use the following procedure if mounting the speaker with the optional I-IP100-PMW bracket: 1.
  • Page 15: Small Pole Mounting (2-3/8 In Or 4-1/2 In Diameter Poles)

    Installation Small Pole Mounting (2-3/8 in or 4-1/2 in diameter poles) Use the following procedure if mounting the speaker with the optional I-IP100-PM bracket: 1. Find suitable location to mount speaker. Use industry or company preferred practices when mounting hardware to poles or other structures. 2.
  • Page 16: Mounting With Omni Direction Bracket (2-3/8 In Diameter Pole)

    Small Pole Mount section with the omni bracket mounted at a distance of 2.0 inches from the speaker. 1. Identify location for bracket. 2. Attach bracket using supplied U-bolts and hardware. Figure 10 Bracket I-IP100-OMNI 2.0 in Omni Bracket DSA1X Speaker...
  • Page 17: Mounting Without Bracket

    Installation Mounting without Bracket You can mount the speaker directly to the mounting surface without the bracket. Use installer-supplied 1/4-20 fasteners that are suitable for the mounting surface. Use Figure 10 for the hole center dimensions. Figure 11 Surface mount hole center dimensions 7.39 6.00 3.00...
  • Page 18: Wiring The Speaker

    3. Use the LINE OUT terminals to connect to an additional speaker or an end-of-line resistor, if required. Speakers in close proximity must be connected in phase. Figure 13 Wiring the Speaker Drawing COM 25V 70V COM 25V 70V LINE IN LINE OUT LINE IN LINE OUT DSA1X Speaker...
  • Page 19: Tapping The Speaker

    1. Verify that the cover gasket is in the groove around the perimeter of the rear cover. 2. If the front of the unit was removed, lift the front of the DSA1X to allow the hinge pin to be installed, align the front unit with the rear cover and attach the hinge pin with retaining clip.
  • Page 20 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park, Illinois 60484-3167 www.fedsig.com Customer Support 800-548-7229 • +1 708 534-3400 Technical Support 800-524-3021 • +1 708 534-3400...

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