Federal Signal Corporation SignalMaster 331105 SMC5 Instructions Manual Download Page 4

Installation and Programming Instructions

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 Model 331105 SMC5 SignalMaster Controller

Installing the SignalMaster Lightbar

Install the light assembly as described in the instructions included with the SignalMaster. Route the cable to 
the planned location of the controller.

Installing the Mounting Bracket for the Controller

The supplied mounting bracket allows the controller to be mounted in a variety of positions. To install the 
mounting bracket:

CONTROLLER REQUIRES VENTILATION

This controller needs to radiate heat. 

Do not install the unit in an area where it cannot dissipate heat into the air.  
Do not mount the unit near a heater duct.

NOTE:

 When selecting a mounting location for the control unit, it is necessary to keep in mind that some 

SignalMaster models have cables which are 15-feet long. Plan wiring and cable routing before installation. 
Nine-conductor extension cables are available if needed.

1.

  Select a mounting location for the control unit that allows the vehicle and controls to be operated safely 

at all times.

2.

  Use the mounting bracket as a template and scribe two drill-position marks at the selected mounting 

location. See Figure 1.

Figure 1

  Bracket positions and hardware

290A5485B

BRACKET MAY BE REVERSED 
AS SHOWN HERE TO MEET YOUR 
MOUNTING REQUIREMENTS.
NOTE: ONLY 

ONE

 BRACKET 

IS SUPPLIED.

1/4" LOCKWASHER,

EXT. TOOTH (2)

1/4-20 X 3/8" SCREW,

HEX WASH. HD (2)

SCREWS, THREAD FORM.,

USER SUPPLIED

Summary of Contents for SignalMaster 331105 SMC5

Page 1: ...activate light control while driving in a hazardous situation This product controls high intensity lighting devices To prevent eye damage DO NOT stare into the light beam at close range You should fre...

Page 2: ...r a halogen lightbar The default pattern is the classic SMC warn pattern with the center lightheads alternating with the lightheads on each end The AUX function provides an installer selectable flash...

Page 3: ...2 V SignalMaster at 24 V or a 24 V SignalMaster at 12 V or shortened lamp life will result Model 331105 Controller Specifications Electrical Input Voltage 11 Vdc to 28 Vdc Polarity Negative ground onl...

Page 4: ...not mount the unit near a heater duct NOTE When selecting a mounting location for the control unit it is necessary to keep in mind that some SignalMaster models have cables which are 15 feet long Pla...

Page 5: ...in an electrical fire The controller is equipped with a 15 position connector and two insulated spade connectors Also required are installer supplied red and black wires of the proper gauge for the c...

Page 6: ...d to provide power to two SignalMaster lightbars ensure that the wire is of the recommended gauge for the total load For wire gauge recommendations see Table 4 on page 5 5 Select a termination point f...

Page 7: ...cable to the locations specified in Figure 3 or on the label affixed to the controller housing Figure 3 Wiring from SignalMaster to controller 290A5486C RIGHT TURN SIGNAL INPUT LEFT TURN SIGNAL INPUT...

Page 8: ...cted to a positive voltage source and protected with a fuse Figure 4 Connections for two four head SignalMasters to the controller BROWN FIVE CONDUCTOR CABLE FROM RIGHT SIGNALMASTER 20 A BAT JOIN THE...

Page 9: ...the Turn Signal Override The controller can be connected so that a single end module flashes in sync with the vehicle turn signal If any pattern is displayed when the turn signals are flashing the pa...

Page 10: ...nalMaster Controller on page 13 Figure 5 Model 331105 SMC5 controller 290A5488B FOUR POSITION SLIDE SWITCH AUXILLIARY HEAD LED INDICATORS SIGNALMASTER LED INDICATORS Table 5 Standard warn patterns Pat...

Page 11: ...5 on page 10 Both buttons remain lit indicating that the controller is now in Programming Mode Select one or more of the following features before exiting Program Mode See Exiting Program Mode at the...

Page 12: ...he slide switch to OFF Position 1 and then move it to the LEFT ARROW position Position 2 Exiting Program Mode To exit Programming Mode temporarily interrupt the power to the controller by turning off...

Page 13: ...s a four position switch with OFF and settings for the directional patterns LEFT ARROW CENTER OUT and RIGHT ARROW OFF Position 1 Turns off the directional pattern LEFT ARROW Position 2 Displays a left...

Page 14: ...nal circuit the controller stops any active pattern and flashes the appropriate end lamps in sequence with the turn signals or hazard lights No operator input is needed to activate this feature if con...

Page 15: ...washer Ext Tooth 1 4 7075A007 2 Screw Hex Head 1 4 20 Taptite 7011164 08 Returning a Product to Federal Signal Before returning a product to Federal Signal call 800 264 3578 800 433 9132 or 800 824 02...

Page 16: ...gnal Corporation SignalMaster is a registered trademark of Federal Signal Corp Write the RMA number down so that you can easily check on status of the returned equipment Send all material with the iss...

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