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Description, Specifications,  

and Operations Manual 

25500128

Rev. A1 0817

Printed in U.S.A.

© Copyright 2017 Federal Signal Corporation

Mobile Activation Case 

Models MAC-01 and MAC-02

Summary of Contents for MAC-02

Page 1: ...Description Specifications and Operations Manual 25500128 Rev A1 0817 Printed in U S A Copyright 2017 Federal Signal Corporation Mobile Activation Case Models MAC 01 and MAC 02 ...

Page 2: ...ited to the warranty of merchantability warranty of fitness for a particular purpose and any warranty against failure of its essential purpose 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park Illinois 60484 3617 www fedsig com Customer Support 800 548 7229 1 708 534 3400 Technical Support 800 524 3021 1 708 534 3400 All products indicated are trademarks of Federal Signal Corporation All other product nam...

Page 3: ...Using Commander Software 11 Powering the MAC 11 Testing the MAC 12 Getting Service 12 Figures Figure 1 Front of MAC Radio Case 7 Figure 2 Back of MAC Radio Case 7 Figure 3 Backpack 7 Figure 4 Picture of MAC Contents 8 Figure 5 MAC Block Diagram 10 Figure 6 USB cable between computer and MAC Radio Case 11 Figure 7 Automotive Accessory Power Cable 12 Figure 8 Automotive Accessory Power Cable switch ...

Page 4: ...sirens are not activated in a timely manner when an emergency condition exists they cannot provide the intended audible warning It is imperative that knowledgeable people who are provided with the necessary information are available at all times to authorize the activation of the sirens When sirens are used out of doors people indoors may not be able to hear the warning signals Separate warning de...

Page 5: ...aring loss or other bodily injury File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them periodically Give a copy of these instructions to new recruits and trainees Also give a copy to anyone who is going to service or repair the sirens 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 R...

Page 6: ...ing Commander Software The MAC comes with a water resistant backpack that includes everything you need to set up your mobile workstation Features The MAC has the following features 30 Watt radio transceiver installed Federal Signal Modem MSK universal transceiver USB port and backup RS232 port for connecting to your laptop USB and RS232 serial cables Bulkhead mounted female BNC antenna receptacle ...

Page 7: ...and Operations Manual Input Output Definitions Figure 1 Front of MAC Radio Case Figure 2 Back of MAC Radio Case Figure 3 Backpack USB Port Modem MSK RS232 port On Off switch BNC Antenna NX 700 NX 800 Radio 120 VAC charge input 12 Vdc automotive receptacle ...

Page 8: ...nimum Shift Keying MSK Modem MODEM MSK 12 8 Vdc LiFePO4 Battery Charger 12000529 TERM 12 8 Vdc 5 Ah LiFePO4 Battery 15500483 Kenwood NX 700 Radio 19900172A Right Angle High Antenna 240190B 02 6 Ft AC Power Cord 1461212A Male to Male Cig Lighter Cable 17500537 RS232 DB9 F to DB9 Cable 1751190A USB Type A Type B Cable 1751410A MAC Instruction Manual 25500128 Pelican Backpack S115 864200177 Included ...

Page 9: ... 14 6 Volt 1 5 A CC CV Radio Kenwood NX 700 for MAC 01 supports VHF radio networks Kenwood NX 800 for MAC 02 supports UHF radio networks 30 Watt Set power per customer specifications and FCC license Modem MSK Modem radio interface If you require more radio frequency RF coverage other antenna options are available for purchase Table 3 Environmental Operating Temperature 30 C to 65 C Humidity 0 95 N...

Page 10: ...nnect antenna to BNC antenna port located on the front of the MAC Radio Case NOTE RF communications are affected by a number of physical factors such as antenna placement and RF interference Therefore the placement of the radio antenna on high ground typically improves radio commutations Whereas the placement of the radio antenna inside a vehicle can degrade radio commutations 2 Connect the USB ca...

Page 11: ... that site conditions shown on any Commander System screen including the map are not in real time but represent conditions at the time of the last polling Large systems may take several minutes to complete a polling sequence Commander Software allows single point and click activation and polling See the Commander Software Reference Manual located within the Commander Software for further software ...

Page 12: ...h Testing the MAC Refer to the MSK Modem Product Manual for further information Verify RF settings and test communications with all system components before placing into service Getting Service If you are experiencing any difficulties contact Federal Signal Customer Care at 800 548 7229 or 708 534 3400 extension 7511 or Technical Support at 800 524 3021 or 708 534 3400 extension 7329 or through e ...

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