Installation and Programming Instructions for the Serial Interface Module
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Serial Interface Module
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To override autodimming, toggle the LOW POWER wire ON and then OFF.
Scene Light, Left
The SCENE LIGHT, LEFT option is available only in light bars with SpectraLux
®
Technology (Valor and Vision
SLR).
To use SCENE LIGHT, LEFT with the Serial Interface Module, you must place SW2 Switch 3 in the down
position (ON). INTERSECTION is unavailable with this switch setting.
Scene Light, Right
The SCENE LIGHT, RIGHT option is available only in light bars with SpectraLux Technology (Valor and Vision
SLR).
To use the SCENE LIGHT, RIGHT with the Serial Interface Module, you must place SW2 Switch 3 in the down
position (ON). The LIGHT BAR TEST is unavailable with this switch setting.
Light Bar Test
See “Quick Testing the Light Bar” on page 3.
Installing the Serial Interface Module
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS: Do not install the Interface Module in an area where it cannot
dissipate heat into the air. Do not mount the unit near a heater duct. The Interface Module also
is not waterproof. It must be mounted in a location which is sheltered from falling rain, snow,
standing water, etc.
Plan all wiring and cable routing before the installation.
User-supplied #8 mounting hardware is required.
Dimensions:
Length: 6.25 inches (159 mm)
Width: 3.16 inches (80 mm)
Height: 1.06 inches (27 mm)
To install the Interface Module:
1.
Use the Interface Module as a template and scribe four drill position marks at the selected mounting
location. Mounting centers are 2 by 5.95 inches (51 by 151 mm).
DRILLING PRECAUTION: DO NOT drill holes in ANY part of the Interface Module. Damage to the
unit, serious injury, or death to you or others may result.
2.
Drill four mounting holes sized for #8 mounting hardware at the position marks.
3.
Secure the Interface Module to the mounting surface.