Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.
5451 North Rural Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667
SA-365-10
SIREN AMPLIFIER
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SA-365
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
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SA-365-10 Installation Instructions
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INSTALLATION
Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation. Please read all
instruction before installing the unit. Failure to follow these instructions can cause serious dam-
age to the unit or vehicle and may void warranties.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
For the safety of the installer, vehicle operator, passengers and the community please observe
the following safety precautions. Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may
result in property damage, injury or death.
Qualifications - The installer must have a firm knowledge of basic electricity, vehicle electrical
systems and emergency equipment.
Mounting - Mount the unit for easy access by the vehicle operator. DO NOT mount in air bag
deployment area. Assure clearances before drilling in vehicle. To prevent internal damage
mounting bolts must not enter case more than 1/4"
Wiring - Use wiring capable of handling the current required. Make sure all connections are tight.
Route wiring to prevent wear, overheating and interference with air bag deployment. Install and
check all wiring before connection to vehicle battery.
Testing - Test all siren functions after installation to assure proper operation. Test vehicle opera-
tion to assure no damage to vehicle.
Keep These Instructions - Keep these instructions in the vehicle or other safe place for future
reference. Advise the vehicle operator of the location.
UNPACKING
Inspect contents for shipping damage. If found alert carrier immediately.
Contact supplier immediately if any items are missing.
Contents of box should include the following items:
Qty Item
1
1
2
1
1
Amplifier Unit (SA-365-10 14)
Bracket, ‘U’ Dash Mount (CP5037)
Bolts, ‘U’ Mounting Bracket (CP3966)
Connector, 6-P Terminal Block Plug (CP4688-06)
Instruction Manual (CP5036 This Manual)
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SA-365-10 Installation Instructions
OPTION SWITCHES
An 8-position DIP switch on the remote amplifier may be changed to select various options.
Option Switches
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
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ON
On Side
Option Switches
Default Setting Shown (Switches OFF)
SW-1 Auxiliary Input Polarity - The auxiliary input is normally activated with positive, turn this
switch ON for negative activation.
SW-2
SW-3
Auxiliary Input Function
with Unit set to Standby
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
(Default) Produces Horn tone while activated.
Produces Phaser tone while activated.
Produces Manual siren tone.
OFF
ON
ON
Activates Horn Ring Cycler 2 (HRC2) function.
SW-4 Two-Tone - Turn this switch ON to replace Phaser with Two-Tone.
SW-5 Phaser Inhibit - Turn this switch ON to disable Phaser tone. Phaser replaced with Yelp.
SW-4 and 5 Siren Tone Disable - All siren tones may be disabled except Horn by turning ON
both switches. All switches will produce Horn tone.
SW-6 Horn Inhibit - Turn this switch ON to disable Horn tone. Horn replaced with Yelp.
SW-7 Short Manual - The manual tone normally falls and dies out when the manual switch is
released. Turn this switch ON to have the tone stop immediately.
SW-8 Phaser Override - While in standby mode, the manual switch will normally activate manual
tone. Turn this switch ON to momentarily activate Phaser tone.
HORN RING CYCLER 2 (HRC2) - Turn on DIP SW-2 and SW-3 to enable this feature. Also
connect the auxiliary input to the horn ring or other switch. While the siren is in standby, tap the
horn ring to bring the unit out of standby into Wail tone. Repeatedly tapping the horn ring will
cycle through Wail, Yelp, and Phaser tones. Tapping the horn ring twice quickly will stop the siren
tones and return the unit to standby. Pressing and holding the horn ring will produce Horn tone
until released. Then the siren will return to its previous siren tone or standby.
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MOUNTING
The mounting bracket supplied can be installed above or below the unit. Choose a mounting
location convenient to the operator and away from any air bag deployment areas. Inspect behind
mounting area for clearance. Assure adequate ventilation to prevent overheating. Consider wire
routing and access to connections, as well as microphone bracket placement. Install mounting
bracket to vehicle using 1/4" hardware (not supplied). If mounting in a rack or console, make sure
that mounting bolts do not enter case more than 1/4".
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Electrical connections to the unit are made using a removable terminal block plug located on the
back. A label on the unit identifies each terminal function. Install the plug on the unit before
wiring. If the unit needs service the plug can be easily removed without unwiring. The power
supply of the unit must be capable of delivering peak currents up to 50 amps for adequate short
circuit protection and reliable operation. The preferred source is directly at the vehicle battery.
The unit is fused near connector.
Attach leads by stripping 3/8", inserting into plug and clamp by tightening screw. Make sure the
screw is tight and the wire can't be pulled out.
Failure to adequately tighten the screw can result in improper operation or burning the
connector and wire.
Wire Size and Termination - The diagram shows the minimum wire size used for each connec-
tion, along with recommended lead color. If the wire is longer than 10 ft. use the next larger wire
size. Use only high quality crimp connectors for installation on the vehicle.
Auxiliary Input Connection (AUX) (Optional) - A momentary input typically connected to the
horn ring of the vehicle or other switch. The auxiliary input may be activated with positive or
negative voltage. Input current is less than 10 mA.
See OPTION SWITCHES section for polarity selection.
NOTE: Permanent disconnection of the vehicle horn is NOT recommended.
Horn
Circuit
HORN RLY
Vehicle
Horn
+VDC
or
-VDC
Auxiliary Input
Connection Examples
Momentary
SPST
Switch
Splice
Activated with
+VDC OR -VDC
+VDC
or
-VDC
Added
SPDT
Switch
Note:
Vehicle horn will also
sound with siren
Factory Default
DIP SW-1 OFF for +VDC
Vehicle
Horn
To
AUX
To
AUX
To
AUX
DIP SW-1 ON for -VDC
AUX
#22G WHT
#16G BLK
#16G RED
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#18G BRN
#18G BRN
11 ohm
100W
+
6-P Terminal Block Plug
(CP4688-06)
Plug installed
this orientation
15A Automotive
Type Fuse
Plug into unit first for
terminal identification
Note: LMP connection
not used on SA-365
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SA-365-10 Installation Instructions
OPERATION
POWER ON/OFF
The unit is turned on/off automatically (instant on) with the siren or auxiliary input controls.
YELP - STANDBY - WAIL SELECTOR SWITCH
A 3-position rocker selector switch controls the primary
STANDBY
operating mode of the siren.
Yelp - A rapidly changing tone used in congested areas.
Wail - A slower changing tone used on highways.
Standby - A silent mode that may be overridden anytime.
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MANUAL/PHASER - HORN SWITCH
This momentary rocker switch provides Manual, Phaser M P
toggle, or Horn tones.
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Manual - With selector switch in Standby, siren tone rises A H
while pressed and falls when released until silenced.
May be optionally replaced with Phaser.
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See OPTION SWITCHES section.
Horn - Overrides all other siren tones when pressed.
Provides a simulated air-horn tone that can be used to
supplement the normal vehicle horn. Used at intersections
or in low noise areas. Horn tone may be disabled.
See OPTION SWITCHES section.
Phaser - With selector switch in Wail or Yelp, this tone override is toggled on and off by repeat-
edly pressing switch. A very rapid changing tone used at intersections and very highly congested
areas. May be optionally replaced with Two-Tone or disabled. Two-Tone is two alternating
frequencies like a European. See OPTION SWITCHES section.
AUXILIARY INPUT FUNCTIONS
The switch or horn ring attached is intended to be momentary.
When the selector switch is in Wail or Yelp, activating auxiliary will produce the Horn tone.
With selector switch in Standby, activating auxiliary will normally produce Horn tone. Different
tones are available. See OPTION SWITCHES section.
Horn Ring Cycler 2 (HRC2) - this feature may also be added by turning on the HRC2 option.
HRC2 is only available while the unit is in Standby. Tapping the attached horn ring or other
switch, will bring the unit out of standby into Wail tone. Repeatedly tapping the horn ring will cycle
through Wail, Yelp, and Phaser tones. Tapping the horn ring twice quickly will stop the siren
tones and return the unit to standby. Pressing and holding the horn ring will produce Horn tone
until released. Then the siren will return to its previous siren tone or standby.
Selector
Switch
(Mode)
Manual/Phaser
Switch
Horn
Switch
Auxiliary Input
(Horn Ring)
Standby
Manual (Default) or Phaser
Phaser Toggle
Horn
Horn
Horn (Default), Manual, Phaser, or HRC2
Horn
Wail or Yelp
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SERVICE
This unit is designed to provide years of reliable service under even the worst conditions. Many
times there may appear to be a problem with the unit when the true problem is in the speaker or
improper installation. The following chart shows typical symptoms and possible causes.
A blown siren fuse doesn't necessarily mean that the unit is bad. If a speaker or speaker lead is
shorted the fuse will blow before the unit is damaged. Disconnect the SPK leads and replace the
fuse. If the OUTPUT light on face of unit comes on with Wail switch activated the amplifier is OK.
Check the speaker or leads for possible shorting.
PROBLEMS
Symptom
Possible Cause
Check
No power or siren Bad speaker
Is the OUTPUT light on face coming on in Wail?
Is an external fuse or circuit breaker used?
output
Connector loose
Amplifier fuse blown
Loose connection at power source Are the negative leads connected to a good ground?
No siren tones
Bad Speaker
Is the OUTPUT light on face coming on in Wail?
Input voltage must be less than highest rated voltage.
Are the option switches set properly?
High Voltage Protection
All siren tones disabled
Speaker assembly loose
Intermittent Aux Input connection
Low vehicle voltage
Distorted siren
sound
Is the speaker bell or tip loose?
Is the Aux Input used and wired properly?
Input voltage must be greater than lowest rated voltage.
Is the vehicle voltage regulator working properly?
Is the connector tight on the back of the unit?
Is there a loose connection on a power lead?
Intermittent siren High Voltage Protection
tone
Connector loose
Bad power connection
Circuit breaker in supply connection Is a circuit breaker used with at least a 50A rating?
Horn function
stuck on or
Manual/Phaser
stuck on
Horn switch stuck
Manual/Phaser switch stuck
Aux Input improperly connected
Does the Horn switch return when released?
Does the Manual/Phaser switch return when released?
Is the Aux Input used and wired properly?
Aux Input Polarity Option set wrong Is the correct polarity used?
Wrong siren tone Two-Tone option selected
Tones disabled
Check option switch settings.
Some siren tones Tone disabled
Check option switch settings.
not working
Remote switches wired incorrectly Are the correct switch terminals wired?
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
The following parts and accessories are available from Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.:
Part
CP5035
Description
Cover (not including chassis)
CP4990-150
CP5038
Fuse, 15 Amp Mini Automotive
Label, SA-365-10 Front Panel
CP4748-2
CP4751-2
CP4998
Switch, Red Rocker ON - OFF - ON (Yelp - Standby - Wail)
Switch, Momentary Red Rocker Switch, (ON) - OFF - (ON) (Manual/Phaser - Horn)
Transistor, output (replace in pairs, 2 required)
Accessory
Description
* - standard accessory supplied with complete unit
CP5037
CP3966
*
*
Bracket, ‘U’ Dash Mount
Bolts, ‘U’ Mounting Bracket (typically 2 ea required)
Connector, 6-pin Terminal Block Plug
Instruction Manual
CP4688-06
*
CP5036
*
or contact our Service Department at:
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SA-365-10 Installation Instructions
RETURN
If you have any questions concerning this or any other Carson product,
please contact our Technical Service Department at (888) 577-6877.
Many issues can be handled over the phone. We can also be reached via
e-mail at [email protected]
If a product must be returned for any reason, please contact our Technical
Service Department to obtain a Returned Merchandise Authorization num-
ber (RMA#) before you ship the product to Carson. Please write the RMA#
clearly on the package near the mailing label. Be sure to provide a return
address, contact and phone number, along with a brief description of the
problem.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc. warrants this new product to be free from defects in
material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of five (5) years from
the date of delivery to the first user-purchaser.
During this warranty period the obligation of Carson Manufacturing is limited to repairing or
replacing, as Carson Manufacturing may elect, any part or parts of such product which after
examination by Carson Manufacturing is determined to be defective in material and/or work-
manship.
This warranty does not cover labor charges for removal or re-installation of the product.
Fuses and lamps are not covered under this warranty.
This warranty does not extend to any unit that has been subjected to abuse, misuse, im-
proper installation or which has not been adequately maintained, nor to units which have
problems related to service or modification at any facility other than Carson Mfg.
THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL CARSON MANUFACTURING
COMPANY, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR ANY INDIRECT OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY SUCH DEFECT IN MATERIALS OR
WORKMANSHIP.
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