Chapter 3: Wiring the Convergence Network
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Each input circuit can be programmed to activate with an installer-supplied switch having a
current capacity of 100 mA , with the SSP3000B control head, or with the two-way switches
on the steering wheel of the Ford Police Interceptor. For the location of the vehicle 14-way
connector for the ground-sourcing outputs, refer to the Ford Police Interceptor Modifier Manual.
For programming information, see the Convergence Configuration Software Manual. For a
chart showing the default configurations for the control head and for the steering wheel switches
connected to the four low-input circuits, see page 44.
Connecting Ignition Power to the Control Head (without Ignition Timer)
The red and black leads from the control head supply power to the SSP3000B system when the
vehicle ignition key is in the ignition (start) position (Figure 3.14 on page 32).
To connect the control head to ignition power:
1.
Use a multimeter to determine which source provides power when the vehicle key is in the
ignition position.
2.
Connect the red lead from the control head to the switched side of the vehicle ignition
harness.
Do not splice the red lead to the power leads for accessories.
Extend the lead
with 22 AWG leads or thicker.
3.
Connect the black lead from the control head to negative ground. Extend the lead with
22 AWG leads or thicker.
4.
Insulate spliced leads with twist-on wire connectors. Fold and seal unused leads. Use wire ties
and hold-downs for strain relief.
Connecting Power to the Control Head (with Ignition Timer)
The SmartSiren Platinum system has an optional ignition timer function (Keep-Alive Timeout)
that enables public safety personnel to use mobile equipment for a set period of time with the
engine turned off. The function insures that the battery has enough power to start the vehicle.
Mobile equipment includes any device that is charged from the vehicle battery or requires
power after ignition is removed, such as flashlights, laptops, radios, and digital recorders.
Four independent time delays are available ranging from immediately off to four hours on. The
ignition timer is not enabled by default and is programmed with the Convergence Network
Configuration software using the amplifier input buttons. Do not connect anything to the
amplifier input wires selected for the ignition timer.
The red and black leads from the control head supply power from the vehicle battery to the
SmartSiren Platinum System. The yellow ignition wire activates the system when the ignition
key is in the start position.
Additionally, the ignition timer can keep alive the SmartSiren Platinum and other Convergence
Network devices for a set amount of time after ignition is removed. The control head ignition
Timeout is set through the control head. For instructions, see “Configuring Keep-Alive
Timeout” on page 45.
