SA-430 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 3
03/22/02 CP4854B
SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage
11 - 16 VDC (negative ground)
Input Current
8 AMPS (@14.0 VDC - single 100W speaker)
16 AMPS (@14.0 VDC - dual 100W speakers)
Standby Current
Less than 250 mA
Audio Frequency
200Hz - 10 kHz + 3db
Audio Distortion
Less than 3% (@1 kHz - single 100W speaker)
Audio Output
40 watts (@14.0 VDC - single 100W speaker)
Audio Input
400 ohms + 10%
Output Power
105 WATTS RMS MAX. (15.0 VDC - single 100W speaker)
180 WATTS RMS MAX. (15.0 VDC - dual 100W speakers)
Siren Frequency
700Hz - 1500Hz (Two-Tone and Horn = 435 & 585Hz)
Tones / Cycle Rates Horn Wail Yelp Phaser Two-Tone
109 CPS 13 CPM 190 CPM 15 CPS 60 CPM
High Voltage
Protection
16 - 18 VDC will cause siren output to cease, resume at normal
Short Circuit Current 50 AMPS (supply circuit must be capable of supplying this)
Operating
Temperature
-15° F to +140°F
Controls
6-position rotary mode switch (Phaser, Yelp, Wail, Manual, Horn and
Radio).
Momentary push-button Siren switch.
Front panel mounted PA volume control, Radio adjust on amplifier
Auxiliary input for positive or negative connection.
Cutout input connection programmable for positive or negative latching
cutout operation.
8-position DIP switch option selector.
Connections
(10-Pin Conn)
(2) Positive, (2) Negative, (2) Speaker, (2) Radio, Control, Cutout
Size
Control Head: 6-1/4" W x 2-7/8" H x 1" D
Amplifier: 8” L x 6-3/4” W x 2-1/8” H
Weight
5 LBS.
NOTICE
Due to continuous product improvements, we must reserve the right to change any specifications and
information, contained in this manual at any time without notice.
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limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
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damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this manual.