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Chapter 3:  Connecting the PA300-CN System

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PA300-CN Siren Amplifier

Figure 3.1  Dimensions of the control pad

PC 

CONNECT

ONL

Y

290A6786

6.80 in

(17.27 cm)

1.50 in

(3.81 cm)

3.25 in

(8.25 cm)

FRONT VIEW

RIGHT SIDE VIEW

Figure 3.2  Dimensions of the siren amplifier

6.5 in

(16.5 cm)

8.5 in

(21.6 cm)

3.00 in

(7.6 cm)

290A6781

TOP VIEW

FRONT VIEW

Summary of Contents for 660100

Page 1: ...2562675B REV B 912 Printed in U S A PA300 CN Convergence Network Installation and Maintenance Manual Relay Module is included with Model 69200 PA300 CN ...

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Page 3: ...ections to the Model 660100 Relay Module Two Channel Flasher 18 Connections for One or Two Speakers Cable Assembly P N 1461907 19 Connections for Horn Ring Transfer Cable Assembly P N 1461907 20 Connections for Radio Rebroadcast Cable Assembly P N 1461907 22 Connections for the Park Input Circuit Cable Assembly P N 1461907 23 Connecting the Control Pad 24 Connecting the Active Low Input Circuits C...

Page 4: ... 42 Distributing the Safety Message Card 43 Applying the Siren Safety Labels in the Vehicle 43 Chapter 8 Safety Messages to Personnel Servicing Federal Signal Electronic Sirens 44 Chapter 9 Servicing the PA300 CN 45 Replacing the Slide Switch 45 Dismounting and Disconnecting the Control Pad 45 Replacing the Slide Switch in the Control Pad 47 Reinstalling the Control Pad 48 Getting Technical Suppor...

Page 5: ...nnected to siren amplifier 27 Figure 3 16 Power connections for Convergence Network 29 Figure 4 1 Default control pad button for radio rebroadcast 30 Figure 4 2 Gain controls for PA and radio rebroadcast PA300 CN 31 Figure 4 3 Gain controls for PA and radio rebroadcast control pad 31 Figure 5 1 Brackets attached to PA300 CN 34 Figure 5 2 Bracket attached to back of control pad 35 Figure 5 3 Bracke...

Page 6: ...Raydian are registered trademarks of Federal Signal Corporation Convergence and SignalMaster are trademarks of Federal Signal Corporation SEMS is a trademark of Illinois Toolworks Inc Keps is a trademark of ITW Shakeproof ...

Page 7: ...ures and systems along with proficiency in the installation and service of safety warning equipment Always refer to the vehicle s service manuals when performing equipment installations on a vehicle Sound Hazards Your hearing and the hearing of others in or close to your emergency vehicle could be damaged by loud sounds This can occur from short exposures to very loud sounds or from longer exposur...

Page 8: ...ion you should ensure that the front of the speaker is clear of any obstructions Install the speaker s as far forward on the vehicle as possible in a location which provides maximum signaling effectiveness and minimizes the sound reaching the vehicle s occupants Refer to the National Institute of Justice guide 500 00 for further information Mounting the speakers behind the grille will reduce the s...

Page 9: ...d follow all instructions shipped with the products In addition listed below are some other important safety instructions and precautions you should follow Do not attempt to activate or de activate the light system control while driving in a hazardous situation Although your warning system is operating properly it may not be completely effective People may not see or heed your warning signal You m...

Page 10: ...olding power Periodically check the unit to be sure the suction cups have a firm grip on the mounting surface An improperly secured light could fall off of the vehicle causing injury and damage The holding power of magnetic mounting systems is dependent upon surface finish surface flatness and thickness of the steel mounting surface Therefore to promote proper magnetic mounting Mounting surface an...

Page 11: ... Model 690200 Programming does not require disassembling or removing any hardware from the vehicle Siren PA and Speakers The PA300 CN amplifier produces wail yelp and priority siren tones as well as an air horn sound The horn ring transfer feature enables the driver to control siren tones by pressing the horn button Public address is available with the Federal Signal microphone which is included w...

Page 12: ...nalMaster patterns Left Right Center Out or Warn patterns 1 to 4 LEDs glow over the position in which the slide switch is placed System Specifications Input Voltage 11 Vdc to 15 Vdc Polarity Negative ground only Operating Temperature Range 40 C to 65 C Standby Current Less than 0 5 A Dimensions Amplifier relay module Height with cover 3 0 in 7 6 cm Width 6 5 in 16 5 cm Length 8 5 in 21 6 cm Net We...

Page 13: ...Customer Support at 1 800 264 3578 7 a m to 5 p m Monday through Friday CT Table 2 1 Kit contents Qty Description Part Number 1 Cable Assy RJ45 1751532 1 Cable Assy RS48 1751357 02 1 Cable Assy SSP Control Head 17500063 1 Control Pad 85361208 PA 1 Mech Assy PA300 CN 8537593 1 Harness PA300 CN 1461907 1 Mic Series B 258B577 03 2 Bracket Mounting PA300 CN 8537590 1 Hardware Kit PA300 8537573 4 Screw...

Page 14: ...Failure to observe this warning will reduce the effectiveness of the airbag or potentially dislodge the equipment causing serious injury or death SEAT REMOVAL PRECAUTION If a vehicle seat is temporarily removed verify with the vehicle manufacturer if the seat needs to be recalibrated for proper airbag deployment UNIT IS NOT WATERPROOF The housing of the PA300 CN module is NOT waterproof The module...

Page 15: ...fier Figure 3 1 Dimensions of the control pad PC CONNECT ONLY 290A6786 6 80 in 17 27 cm 1 50 in 3 81 cm 3 25 in 8 25 cm FRONT VIEW RIGHT SIDE VIEW Figure 3 2 Dimensions of the siren amplifier 6 5 in 16 5 cm 8 5 in 21 6 cm 3 00 in 7 6 cm 290A6781 TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW ...

Page 16: ...n of the HORN RING transfer circuit page 20 GND or 12 V activation of the PARK INPUT circuit Page 23 DRILLING PRECAUTIONS When drilling holes check the area into which you are drilling to be sure that you do not damage vehicle components All drilled holes should be de burred and all sharp edges should be smoothed All wiring routings going through drilled holes should be protected by a grommet or c...

Page 17: ...d For mounting instructions for the serial network devices refer to the instructions included with the products To connect serial devices to the Convergence Network ports 1 Carefully route the cables from the network devices through the vehicle to the connectors on the siren amplifier relay module 2 To provide strain relief secure the cables with installer supplied clamps and hold downs 3 Insert t...

Page 18: ... no current we recommend that the Model 660100 be powered with an in line switch capable of handling the total switch current of the active device Connect the serial cable included with the relay module to any one of the three serial connectors on the front of the PA300 CN siren amplifier Figure 3 4 For more detailed instructions refer to document No 2562431 Model 6600100 RS485 Relay Module Two Ch...

Page 19: ...SPEAKER LOW POWER 58 W wire together to the speaker s Damage to the unit will occur if speaker wires are improperly connected To connect one or two Federal Signal speakers 1 Use 18 AWG wire to connect the two speaker leads marked 1 to the BLUE Speaker Common lead from the cable assembly P N 1461907 2 Use 18 AWG wire to connect the two speaker leads marked 2 to the BROWN Speaker High Power or ORANG...

Page 20: ...a button that is assigned a siren tone the tone only activates when you place the slide switch in the position that is programmed to be Siren Dependent Enabled To enable horn ring control of siren tones obtain a SPST relay of enough contact current capacity to activate the vehicle horn 1 Cut the wire that connects the switch for the vehicle horn ring to the horn or horn relay Figure 3 6 2 Splice t...

Page 21: ...ctivation circuit Does the horn circuit require a switched positive voltage or switched ground for activation 7 By default the horn ring transfer circuit is set through jumper J9 in the siren amplifier to be activated by GND To change the circuit to 12 V activation move the jumper J9 from the HORN position to the RING position Figure 3 7 Figure 3 7 Jumper setting for GND activation of HORN RING ci...

Page 22: ...kers For instructions on adjusting the gain see Setting the Gain for Radio Rebroadcast on page 30 To wire the radio rebroadcast circuit 1 See Figure 3 9 Connect the brown 18 AWG two conductor zip cord across the speaker of the two way radio Extend wiring with an 18 AWG lead or thicker 2 Insulate spliced leads with butt spliced wire connectors Fold and seal unused leads Figure 3 8 Connections for r...

Page 23: ...a jumper in the siren amplifier to be activated by a GND signal To change the circuit to 12 V activation move the PARK INPUT jumper J8 to the position RING shown in Figure 3 9 Figure 3 9 Jumper setting for GND activation of PARK INPUT circuit 290A6790 J7 J9 J8 PARK INPUT GND DEFAULT SETTING IS WHITE ON PIN BASE JUMPER SETTING FOR 12 V ACTIVATION OF CIRCUIT 2 Connect the gray PARK wire from the sir...

Page 24: ...r the four input leads on the back of the control pad Inputs 1 to 4 are most commonly used for circuits that send a signal to the Convergence Network system when a condition in the vehicle changes Changes in conditions may include the opening of a trunk or door a rise in vehicle temperature or the release of a gun lock The inputs are often used for police vehicle anti theft devices intrusion alarm...

Page 25: ... THROUGH 4 GROUND ACTIVE ACTIVE LOW GND CABLE ASSY P N 17500063 Connecting Ignition Power to the Control Pad To connect the control pad to ignition power 1 See Figure 3 11 Leave the NETWORK jumper in the default OFF position Figure 3 12 Network power jumper OFF setting 290A839 J7 J9 J8 OFF JUMPER NETWORK SETTING IS WHITE ON PIN BASE LEAVE JUMPER IN OFF POSITION ...

Page 26: ... Do not splice the red lead to the power leads for accessories Extend the lead with 22 AWG leads or thicker Figure 3 13 Wiring for ignition power to control pad 22 AWG BLACK RED CABLE ASSY P N 17500063 TO 12 V CONNECTION ACTIVATED BY IGNITION TO GND 4 Connect the black lead from the control pad to negative ground Extend the lead with 22 AWG leads or thicker 5 Insulate spliced leads with butt splic...

Page 27: ...jack on the back of the control pad until it locks For instructions on adjusting the PA volume see Setting the Gain for Public Address PA on page 32 Figure 3 14 Standard microphone connected to control pad STANDARD MICROPHONE P N 258B577 03 290A6841 BACK OF CONTROL PAD P N 85661208 Connecting the Federal Signal Remote Microphone Model MNCT SB The Model MNCT SB microphone connects to the 1 4 inch j...

Page 28: ...ve and negative battery cable leads Also there must be no short circuits between the positive wires and the vehicle chassis Connecting Power to the PA300 CN System To connect power to the PA300 CN system HIGH CURRENT ARCING Do not connect this system to the vehicle battery until ALL other electrical connections are made and you have verified that no shorts exist High current conductors can cause h...

Page 29: ...29 PA300 CN Siren Amplifier Figure 3 16 Power connections for Convergence Network 20 A FUSE POSITIVE RED GROUND BLACK 290A6795 ...

Page 30: ...y P N 1461907 on page 22 For public address the PA300 CN system includes a microphone that connects to a serial port on the back of the control pad When the operator presses the microphone push to talk button and speaks into the microphone the operator s voice is amplified and broadcast over the siren speakers The control for adjusting the PA gain is a recessed potentiometer on the front of the si...

Page 31: ...peaker placement and the proximity of reflecting surfaces such as walls buildings or other vehicles Figure 4 2 Gain controls for PA and radio rebroadcast PA300 CN GAIN CONTROL FOR RADIO REBROADCAST PUBLIC ADDRESS 290A6845 3 To further adjust the radio gain for rebroadcast insert a small flat head screwdriver in the PA gain control port RAD VOL on the back of the control pad Figure 4 3 Turn it coun...

Page 32: ...ont of the siren amplifier While speaking into the microphone turn the potentiometer clockwise to increase the gain to just below the point where audio feedback occurs NOTE Audio feedback depends upon the microphone gain open windows speaker placement and the proximity of reflecting surfaces such as walls buildings or other vehicles 3 See Figure 4 3 on 31 To further adjust the PA gain insert a sma...

Page 33: ...the PA300 CN system controls so that the vehicle and controls can be operated safely under all driving conditions Failure to heed this caution could result in driver distraction or driver error while operating the vehicle DRILLING PRECAUTIONS When drilling holes check the area into which you are drilling to be sure you do not damage vehicle components All drilled holes should be de burred and all ...

Page 34: ... location that enables the driver to use the controls safely under all driving conditions 2 Use the mounting bracket as a template and scribe two drill position marks at the selected location 3 Secure the mounting bracket to the dash with the 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head screws 1 4 split lockwashers and 1 4 20 hex nuts as shown in Figure 5 1 3 Drill two 1 4 inch in diameter holes at the marks Figure 5 1 ...

Page 35: ...rking drill position locations To mount the control pad 1 Select a mounting location that enables the driver to use the controls safely under all driving conditions 2 Secure a bracket to the control pad with the 6 32 x 1 4 Phillips screws and 6 lock washers Figure 5 2 3 See Figure 5 2 Using a 7 16 nut driver secure the other bracket to the control pad bracket assembly with the 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex hea...

Page 36: ...ructions or call 1 800 433 9132 WARNING 290A6326 PILOT HOLES 2 PEM NUTS ATTACHED TO BRACKET BRACKET 2 OF 2 MOUNTING SURFACE MOUNTING HOLES 10 SCREW THREAD FORMING 2 1 4 20 x 3 4 HINGE SCREW HEX HEAD 2 1 4 LOCK WASHER EXT TOOTH 2 PC CONNECT ONLY PA VOL RAD VOL Mounting the Microphone The standard microphone comes with a mounting clip and three Type A 6 Phillips screws Tools needed Pencil or felt ti...

Page 37: ...Mounting the Siren Amplifier Control Pad and Mic 37 PA300 CN Siren Amplifier Figure 5 4 Installation of microphone mounting clip TYPE A 6 SCREWS 3 MIC MOUNTING CLIP MOUNTING SURFACE 290A6846 BUTTON ON BACK OF MIC ...

Page 38: ...tion Software Manual doc no 2562420 To help you confirm your selection the button you press glows while the control pad beeps every 10 seconds See Figure 6 1 below and Figure 6 3 on page 41 Additionally one or more amber LEDs turn on in the row at the top of the control pad These LEDs identify the button and its associated setting Figure 6 1 LEDs and buttons associated with Program Mode settings 6...

Page 39: ... exit Dimming or Turning Off the Button LEDs To dim or turn off the button LEDs 1 While in Program Mode press Button 8 up to four times to step though decreasing levels of brightness To turn off the LEDs press Button 8 a fifth time 2 To continue select another setting or press Button 13 to exit Program Mode Verify that the last amber LED turns on when you exit Resetting to the Factory Default Conf...

Page 40: ...sive Siren Wail Button 10 Button Control Exclusive Siren Yelp Button 11 Button Control Exclusive Siren Priority Button 12 Button Control Momentary Siren Manual Button 13 Button Control Momentary Siren Air Horn Slide Switch 1 Button Control Momentary Lightbar Pattern 10 Front Light Cutoff Relay 3 10A ON Slide Switch 2 Button Control Momentary Lightbar Pattern 17 Horn Ring Transfer Relay 1 15A ON Re...

Page 41: ...tterns 1 to 4 They also indicate when a programmed feature of the key pad is active see Setting Control Pad Options on page 38 Red Button LEDs All buttons on the control pad glow when the system is on Pressed buttons blink to indicate that the function they control is active The control pad legends in the illustration are for a typical configuration The PA300 CN siren amplifier system includes add...

Page 42: ...o guard against hearing loss when operating the siren amplifier relay module part no 1612339 A safety message card for operators of Federal Signal Sound and Light System part no 256B691 Applying the Replaceable Control Pad Legends To apply the legends 1 Peel the appropriate legends from the sheet and apply them to the control pad in the areas shown in Figure 7 1 2 Verify that the label is properly...

Page 43: ...icle for reference Applying the Siren Safety Labels in the Vehicle The PA300 CN kit includes a sheet of two labels with siren safety messages part no 1612339 Figure 7 2 These labels must be installed in the vehicle in which the system is installed Install these labels in areas that are clearly visible to operators and passengers Do not install the labels in locations that would impair the operator...

Page 44: ...ng conservation guidance refer to federal state or local recommendations OSHA Standard 1910 95 offers guidance on Permissible Noise Exposure All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds 120 dB that may cause permanent hearing loss Always minimize your exposure to siren sound and wear hearing protection Do not sound the siren indoors or in enclosed areas where you and others will be exposed t...

Page 45: ...trol and power control PCBs and is easily accessible STATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE The circuitry of the control pad can be damaged by electrostatic discharge Follow anti static procedures removing the slide switch Tools needed 7 16 nut driver Small Phillips screwdriver Small needle nose pliers 1 64 hex key wrench Dismounting and Disconnecting the Control Pad To remove the control pad 1 See Figure 9 1 on...

Page 46: ... PA VOL RAD VOL 1 4 20 x 3 4 HINGE SCREW HEX HEAD 2 1 4 LOCKWASHER EXT TOOTH 2 M O U N T I N G S U R F A C E 290A6484 3 Disconnect the cables and leads from the back of the control pad Figure 9 2 Control pad removed from mounting brackets 290A6362 6 32 x 1 4 SCREW PHIL PAN HD 2 6 SPLIT LOCKWASHER 2 NETWORK CONNECTION ONLY A NON NETWORK CONNECTION WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO DEVICES DO NOT CONNECT TO ...

Page 47: ...knob 5 Loosen and remove the two 4 40 x 5 16 Phillips head screws securing the slide switch bezel to the control pad assembly Retain the screws 6 Place the new switch assembly in position with the knob in the same orientation as the old switch 7 Secure the bezel to the control pad assembly with the two 4 40 x 5 16 Phillips head screws 8 Plug the slide switch connector into the four pin J3 connecto...

Page 48: ... Return Material Authorization number The RMA number can be obtained from your local distributor or Federal Signal Please provide a brief explanation of the service requested or the nature of the malfunction Contact your local dealer distributor for replacement parts availability or contact the Federal Signal Service Department 7 a m to 5 p m Monday through Friday Central Time at Service Departmen...

Page 49: ...1357 02 Mic Volume Assy 4 feet 1751471 Mic Volume Assy 25 feet 1751471 1 Terminal Block 7 Position 140418 07 Microphone MNCT SB Microphone Clip 85361082 Amplifier Board Assy 2005183 1 Interface Board Assy 2005491 Switch Board Assy 2005469 Harness Wiring 1461360 Kit Installation Accessory 8537591 Bracket Mounting 8537590 Hardware Kit PA300 CN 8537573 Figure 9 4 Interior of the PA300 CN OUTPUT TRANS...

Page 50: ...h the items were purchased The shipping method The model or part number of the product being returned The quantity of products being returned Drop ship information as needed Any estimate required When you receive your RMA Number Write the RMA number on the outside of the box of returned items Reference the RMA number on your paperwork inside of the box Write the RMA number down so that you can eas...

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