Whelen WSCS30 Siren Speaker Installation Guide

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51 Winthrop Road
Chester, Connecticut 06412-0684
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Installation Guide:
Amplified Siren Speaker / PA
DANGER! Sirens produce extremely loud emergency warning tones! Exposure to these tones without proper and adequate hearing protection,
could cause ear damage and/or hearing loss! The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (www.osha.gov) provides information necessary to
determine safe exposure times in Occupational Noise Exposure Section 1910.95. Until you have determined the safe exposure times for your
specific application, operators and anyone else in the immediate vicinity should be required to wear an approved hearing protection device.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS RECOMMENDATION COULD CAUSE HEARING LOSS!
Warnings to Installers
Automotive: Sirens/Switches
Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices must be properly mounted and wired in order to be effective and safe. Read and follow all of Whelen’s
written instructions when installing or using this device. Emergency vehicles are often operated under high speed stressful conditions which must be
accounted for when installing all emergency warning devices. Controls should be placed within convenient reach of the operator so that they can operate
the system without taking their eyes off the roadway. Emergency warning devices can require high electrical voltages and/or currents. Properly protect
and use caution around live electrical connections.Grounding or shorting of electrical connections can cause high current arcing, which can cause
personal injury and/or vehicle damage, including fire. Many electronic devices used in emergency vehicles can create or be affected by electromagnetic
interference. Therefore, after installation of any electronic device it is necessary to test all electronic equipment simultaneously to insure that they operate
free of interference from other components within the vehicle. Never power emergency warning equipment from the same circuit or share the same
grounding circuit with radio communication equipment. All devices should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and securely
fastened to vehicle elements of sufficient strength to withstand the forces applied to the device. Driver and/or passenger air bags (SRS) will affect the way
equipment should be mounted. This device should be mounted by permanent installation and within the zones specified by the vehicle manufacturer, if
any. Any device mounted in the deployment area of an air bag will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag and may damage or dislodge the
device. Installer must be sure that this device, its mounting hardware and electrical supply wiring does not interfere with the air bag or the SRS wiring or
sensors. Mounting the unit inside the vehicle by a method other than permanent installation is not recommended as unit may become dislodged during
swerving; sudden braking or collision. Failure to follow instructions can result in personal injury. Whelen assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the
use of this warning device. PROPER INSTALLATION COMBINED WITH OPERATOR TRAINING IN THE PROPER USE OF EMERGENCY WARNING
DEVICES IS ESSENTIAL TO INSURE THE SAFETY OF EMERGENCY PERSONNEL AND THE PUBLIC.
Warnings to Users
Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices are intended to alert other operators and pedestrians to the presence and operation of emergency vehicles
and personnel. However, the use of this or any other Whelen emergency warning device does not guarantee that you will have the right-of-way or that
other drivers and pedestrians will properly heed an emergency warning signal. Never assume you have the right-of-way. It is your responsibility to proceed
safely before entering an intersection, driving against traffic, responding at a high rate of speed, or walking on or around traffic lanes. Emergency vehicle
warning devices should be tested on a daily basis to ensure that they operate properly. When in actual use, the operator must ensure that both visual and
audible warnings are not blocked by vehicle components (i.e.: open trunks or compartment doors), people, vehicles, or other obstructions. It is the user’s
responsibility to understand and obey all laws regarding emergency warning devices. The user should be familiar with all applicable laws and regulations
prior to the use of any emergency vehicle warning device. Whelen’s audible warning devices are designed to project sound in a forward direction away
from the vehicle occupants. However, because sustained periodic exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing loss, all audible warning devices should be
installed and operated in accordance with the standards established by the National Fire Protection Association.
Safety First
This document provides all the necessary information to allow your Whelen product to be properly and safely installed. Before beginning the installation
and/or operation of your new product, the installation technician and operator must read this manual completely. Important information is contained herein
that could prevent serious injury or damage.
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Proper installation of this product requires the installer to have a good understanding of automotive electronics, systems and procedures.
Whelen Engineering requires the use of waterproof butt splices and/or connectors if that connector could be exposed to moisture.
Failure to use specified installation parts and/or hardware will void the product warranty.
If mounting this product requires drilling holes, the installer MUST be sure that no vehicle components or other vital parts could be damaged
by the drilling process. Check both sides of the mounting surface before drilling begins. Also de-burr the holes and remove any metal shards
or remnants. Install grommets into all wire passage holes.
If this manual states that this product may be mounted with suction cups, magnets, tape or Velcro®, clean the mounting surface with a 50/50
mix of isopropyl alcohol and water and dry thoroughly.
Do not install this product or route any wires in the deployment area of your air bag. Equipment mounted or located in the air bag deployment
area will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag, or become a projectile that could cause serious personal injury or death. Refer to
your vehicle owner’s manual for the air bag deployment area. The User/Installer assumes full responsibility to determine proper mounting
location, based on providing ultimate safety to all passengers inside the vehicle.
For this product to operate at optimum efficiency, a good electrical connection to chassis ground must be made. The recommended
procedure requires the product ground wire to be connected directly to the NEGATIVE (-)
battery post (this does not include products that use cigar power cords).
ACTIVATION OF THIS
If this product uses a remote device for activation or control, make sure that this device is
SIREN MAY DAMAGE
located in an area that allows both the vehicle and the device to be operated safely in any
driving condition.
UNPROTECTED EARS!
It is recommended that these instructions be stored in a safe place and referred to when
performing maintenance and/or reinstallation of this product.
Loud siren noise can cause
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
hearing damage and/or loss.
DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR VEHICLE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR
CAUTION
Wear
Protection!
PASSENGERS!
©2009 Whelen Engineering Company Inc.
Form No.14352C (102715)
Refer to OSHA Section 1910.95 prior
to putting ANY siren into service!
For warranty information regarding this product, visit www.whelen.com/warranty
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SPEAKER
MOUNTING
BRACKET
The amplified siren speaker has two control inputs available. Depending on the “Mode
of Operation” chosen by the user, either momentary or toggle switches will be required
to control the operation of the siren. Install the two switches in an area that can be
safely accessed by the operator. Both control inputs are activated by switching them
to ground (negative battery terminal). See Operation section and wiring diagram for
details.
IMPORTANT: Do to the proximity of the speaker
and mounting screws, if you change mounting
brackets or screws make sure the screws do not
extend more than .450" into the housing.
Also take into consideration the thickness of the
bracket and washer. The screws should not
extend less than .350" into the housing
or the screw will not catch enough threads to
secure the speaker.
Rear view without cover
Switch 1
1. Extend the WHITE/BROWN wire to Switch 1.
.450 Maximum
.350" Minimum
2. Connect the WHITE/BROWN wire to one side of this switch. The other side of
this switch must be connected to the NEGATIVE battery terminal.
Switch 2
1. Extend the WHITE/RED wire to Switch 2.
2. Connect the WHITE/RED wire to one side of this switch. The other side of this
switch must be connected to the NEGATIVE battery terminal.
Two speaker Siren Systems
Multiple sirens can be can be used together by wiring them as follows:
Bracket can be mounted 2 ways.
1. Extend and connect the WHITE/VIOLET wire on the PRIMARY siren to VIOLET
wire on the SECONDARY siren
2. Extend and connect the WHITE/BLUE wire on the PRIMARY siren to BLUE wire
on the SECONDARY siren
3. Extend and connect the WHITE/BLACK wire on the PRIMARY siren to WHITE/
BLACK wire on the SECONDARY siren
Fuse:
To access the fuse or dip switches, pry the hole plug on the back of the siren off with
a screwdriver or similar tool. Use a fuse puller to remove or install the fuse. This unit
uses a 5 amp fuse only. The dip switch functions are explained in this manual.
3
2
1
1
2
Secure the mounting bracket to a suitable area.
Secondary Speaker
clockwise
position
5 AMP FUSE
4
Remove screw to
adjust PA volume.
3
Mounting:
WIRING DIAGRAM
Amplified Siren
Speaker Set to fully
Primary Speaker
Remove hole plug to access
Fuse & Dip Switches
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Input Voltage...............................12.8 V DC +/- 20%
Input Current: .................@ 15V DC / 2 AMPS Max.
Input Fuse..................................................... 5 amps
Operating Temperature ................. -30°C. to +60°C
Storage Temperature-40° C to +70°C
Humidity99% Non condensing
5 AMP FUSE
Specifications:
WARNING: Permanent mounting of this product
may require drilling. It is absolutely necessary to
make sure that no other vehicle components could
be damaged by this process. Check both sides of the
mounting surface before starting. If damage is likely,
select a different mounting location.
Wiring: Power:
1.
Extend the RED wire along the factory wiring harness to the
POSITIVE (+12VDC) battery terminal.
2.
Connect the RED wire to one end of a user supplied fuse
block. Do not connect the fuse block to the battery yet.
3.
Using appropriately sized wire, extend the BLACK wire along
the factory wiring harness to the
NEGATIVE battery terminal.
NOTE: Installing a switch to
Control Switches:
Adjusting Public Address Levels:
Before using the WSCS30, the Public
Address volume must be adjusted to
satisfactory operating levels. To adjust the
level, the speaker and microphone need to
be installed on the vehicle. To make the
adjustment, use a flat-blade screwdriver.
NOTE: For 1 speaker, follow step 2 only.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
WHT/BLU, WHT/BLK and WHT/VIO
are not used in a single speaker
installation.
Position
VIOLET
BLUE
WHT/BLK
WHT/BLU
BLUE
WHT/BLK
program ScanLock™ is optional.
ScanLock™ can also be activated
by applying GROUND to the
WHT/ORG wire where instructions
call for pressing the ScanLock™
switch.
Customer supplied
Switches. See copy
for type of switch
used.
WHT/BLK
WHT/VIO
VIO
BLK
Fuse @ 5 AMPS
ScanLock™
Control switch 1
46-0743853-03
N/C
BLUE
WHT/BLK
BLACK
RED
N/C
N/C
N/C
VIOLET
N/C
WHT/BLU
BLUE
WHT/BLK
BLACK
RED
WHT/ORG
WHT/RED
WHT/BRN
VIOLET
WHT/VIO
WARNING! All customer supplied wires that connect to the
For 2 Speaker System: P/N 46-0743853-01
positive terminal of the battery must be sized to supply at least
For Single Speaker System: P/N 46-0743853-04
125% of the maximum operating current and FUSED at the
battery to carry that load. DO NOT USE CIRCUIT BREAKERS
WITH THIS PRODUCT!
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Position
Wire Gauge
AWG
SW1
BATTERY
Current
Draw AMPS
5
22 20 18 16
6 9.5 15 24.5
Control switch 2
SW2
STEP 1: Locate the PA adjustment port
Distance in feet.
on back of the secondary speaker.
Remove the 10-32 Phillips head machine screw which covers the potentiometer. Insert the screwdriver into the adjustment port and turn it to the fully clockwise position.
STEP 2: Access the PA adjustment port on the primary speaker and turn this adjustment counter clockwise until it stops. Place the siren into Public Address Mode by
pressing the push-to-talk switch on the side of the microphone. Re-Insert the screwdriver into the primary speakers PA adjustment port and turn the adjustment clockwise to
increase the sound to its maximum desired volume without causing audio feed back. If audio feedback occurs, turn the adjustment counter clockwise 1/8 of a turn. Re-install the
Phillips head screws into both speakers.
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Operation:
Programming the Siren:
There are five modes of operation built into the siren amplifier. Mode 1 is the factory
default mode. See the “Mode Programming” section to change the mode of operation
if desired.
WARNING: Never try to program the siren while it is wired to the vehicle. The
siren must be removed from the vehicle before programming.
The following tables show the factory default tone settings. See the "Siren Tone
Programming Procedures” section to make desired changes.
MODE 1
The siren must be placed with the front opening face down on a flat smooth surface.
Hearing protection must be warn.
There are two important operational characteristics of the siren that can be re configured; Mode of Operation and Tone Selection. The DIP switches are used to select the
Mode of Operation and the Scan-Lock™ wire (WHT/ORG) is used to select tones.
Requires momentary switches for both switch 1 and switch 2
Programming the Mode of Operation:
CONTROL Input Operation
Switch 2*
Instant HF 2-cycle (wail-yelp)** Airhorn Override
Switch 1
Switch 2*
AIRHORN
AIRHORN
* Switch 2 produces AIRHORN as a main tone as well as an override tone.
** HF two-cycle: tones are activated by a single tap on the HF cycle switch. The first
tap produces a WAIL tone (a steady rise and fall tone). A second tap produces a YELP
tone (a fast rise and fall tone). The next tap returns the siren to a WAIL tone and the
cycle repeats itself. Two quick successive taps will stop the siren.
MODE 2
There are 5 modes of operation built into the siren, Mode 1 is the factory default. to change
Mode of Operation:
1. Remove all connections from the speaker. 2.
Remove the hole plug and locate the DIP switches. 3. Set DIP switches to correspond to the desired mode.
DS1
Off
On
Off
On
Off
DS2
Off
Off
On
On
Off
DS3
Off
Off
Off
Off
On
Mode:
Mode 1
Mode 2
Mode 3
Mode 4
Mode 5
Tone Completion Operating mode:
The siren can be programmed so that all the siren tones will
complete their full cycle when they are turned off.
Requires momentary switches for both switch 1 and switch 2
DIP SW4 MODE
OFF
Standard Operation (default)
ON
Tone Completion Operating Mode
CONTROL input Operation
Switch 2*
instant HF 3-cycle (wail-yelp-piercer)** Airhorn Override
Switch 1
Switch 2*
AIRHORN
AIRHORN
Programming the siren tone:
* Switch 2 produces airhorn as a main tone as well as an override tone.
** HF three-cycle: tones are activated by a single tap on the HF cycle switch. The
first tap produces a WAIL tone (a steady rise and fall tone). A second tap produces a
YELP tone (a fast rise and fall tone). A third tap produces a PIERCER tone (a extremely fast rise and fall tone). The next tap returns the siren to a WAIL tone and the
cycle repeats itself. Two quick successive taps will stop the siren.
Scan-Lock™ is used to change the default siren tones. You can install a
“temporary” momentary switch to control Scan-Lock™ (see wiring diagram) or
apply “GROUND” to the WHT/ORG wire in place of pressing the ScanLock™
switch as described below.
To change a tone in the hands free cycle in MODES 1, 2 or 5:
With the siren in either Mode 1, 2 or 5 using switch 1, advance to the tone that you
wish to change. Press and release the Scan-Lock™ switch. Each time the ScanLock™ switch is pressed and released, the next tone will be broadcast. When the desired tone is generated, it will automatically be saved for that position in the cycle.
MODE 3
Requires toggle switches for both switch 1 and switch 2
CONTROL Input Operation
Tone 1 (Wail)
Tone 3 (Yelp)
To change a tone for switch 1 or switch 2 in MODE 3:
Switch 1*
Switch 2
With the siren in Mode 3, activate the desired tone you wish
change. Now, each time the Scan-Lock™ switch is pressed and
released, the next available tone will be broadcast. When the
desired tone is generated, it will automatically be saved for that
switch position.
* Switch 1 will have priority over switch 2
MODE 4
Requires a toggle switches for switch 1 and a momentary switch for switch 2.
CONTROL Input Operation
Switch 2
Tone 1 (Wail) Airhorn Override
Switch 1
Switch 2*
AIRHORN
AIRHORN
To change a tone for switch 1 in MODE 4:
With the siren in Mode 4, activate the desired tone that you wish
change using switch 1. Press and release the Scan-Lock™
switch. Each time the Scan-Lock™ switch is pressed and released, the next available tone will be broadcast. When the desired tone is generated, it will automatically be saved for that
switch position.
* Switch 2 produces AIRHORN as a main tone as well as an override tone.
MODE 5
To change the AIRHORN tone for switch 2 in MODE 1, 2, 4
or 5:
Requires a momentary switches for both switches 1 and 2.
CONTROL input Operation
Switch 2*
10 sec. override cycle** (TONE 1 - TONE 2) Airhorn Override
Switch 1
Switch 2*
AIRHORN
AIRHORN
* Switch 2 produces AIRHORN as a main tone as well as an override tone.
**10 Second override cycle: tones are activated by a single tap on switch 1. The first
tap produces TONE 1. A second tap produces TONE 2. The next tap (or waiting 10
seconds) returns the siren to TONE 1 and the cycle repeats itself. Two quick taps,
stops the siren.
Tone List for
Hands Free and
Switches 1 & 2
● WAIL
● YELP
● PIERCER
● HI/LO
● Y249
● WARBLE
● WOOP
● TRI TONE
● ALT. WAIL
● MARTIN TONE
With the siren in Mode 1, 2, 4 or 5
activate the AIRHORN tone using
AIRHORN tone list
switch 2. Now, each time the ScanLock™ switch is pressed and re- ● TONE OFF ● AIR HORN-HI ● AIR HORN-LO
leased, the next tone will be broadcast. When the desired tone is generated, it will automatically be saved for that switch
position.
To reset the siren tone to factory defaults:
1.
Turn off all tones.
2.
Hold the ScanLock™ switch in, then depress SW1.
3.
Release switches
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