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providing a signal to the horn ring auxiliary wire when the function switch is in 
the Hands Free (HF) position.  A Park Kill option is provided for connection to a 
door switch, etc. to disable the siren when exiting the vehicle.  The PA volume 
control is provided on the front panel of the control head, while the Radio volume 
is on the amplifier box.  The front panel is backlighted with LED’s for night 
visibility.  This compact unit utilizes short circuit, high voltage, low voltage, and 
reverse polarity protection systems for maximum service life. 

The SS730 unit is designed to allow maximum versatility in mounting.  The 

control head is remote from the siren amplifier box creating a compact user 
interface plate that can be flush mounted into the dashboard.  The amplifier box 
can then be mounted remotely in the trunk, under the dashboard, under the seat, 
or wherever convenient.    

The siren amplifier has been designed with several protection features to 

provide exc eptional field service.  Excessively high or low voltage detection will 
disable the siren output to protect both the amplifier and the speaker. Fused inputs 
provide safety against reverse polarity.  Speaker diagnostics provides user 
feedback as well as shutdown protection if the speaker output becomes either 
electrically open or shorted. CAUTION:  These protection features will not guard 
against overloading the outputs. 

 

The SS730 unit is available in the following different versions: 

 

 

SS730 

Standard version w/ microphone mounted to the faceplate. 

  SS730-DM  

Standard version w/ detachable microphone. 

 

SS730-X 

Standard version w/ remote microphone connected to the back of 

the control head via an extension harness. 

  SS730-TEC 

Standard Version with reversed 7-position knob functions. 

 

 

 

Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation.  

Please read all instructions 

before

 installing the unit.  Failure to follow these 

instructions can cause serious damage to the unit or vehicle and may void 
warranties. 

 

Qualifications - 

The installer must have a firm knowledge of basic electricity, 

vehicle electrical systems and emergency equipment. 

 

Keep These Instructions

 - Keep these instructions in the vehicle or other safe 

place for future reference.  Advise the vehicle operator of the location. 

 

UNPACKING 
Inspect the contents for shipping damage.  If found, alert the carrier immediately.  
Contents should include:   

 
 
 
 

 

Please contact your supplier immediately if any of these components are missing. 

INSTALLATION 

(1) instruction booklet 
(1) amplifier box 
(1) control head with microphone 
(1) microphone bracket w/(2) screws 

(1) amplifier wire harness with connector

 

(1) communication cable  

(telephone-style cable)

 

(2) control head power wires 

Summary of Contents for SS730

Page 1: ...PLITSTR249 REV C 2 5 07 A Division of Star Headlight Lantern Co Inc INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SS730 SIREN AMPLIFIER...

Page 2: ...damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this manual GENERAL DESCRIPTION The SS730 Remote Siren Amplifier is a premium 200W unit designed for dual 100W speaker use It comes stan...

Page 3: ...er output becomes either electrically open or shorted CAUTION These protection features will not guard against overloading the outputs The SS730 unit is available in the following different versions S...

Page 4: ...the amplifier unit and the four flush Philips head screws on the sides of the amplifier unit DO NOT REMOVE THE FOUR RECESSED SCREWS ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE AMPLIFIER Lift the top cover upwards This co...

Page 5: ...e To activate by connecting to ground negative move the PKILL option jumper from the Pos Switching pins to the Neg Switching pins in the amplifier unit See Amplifier diagram below Phaser Disable The P...

Page 6: ...ection examples NOTE Permanent disconnection of the vehicle horn is NOT recommended The siren is factory shipped with the auxiliary input option defaulted as the Horn function To utilize the auxiliary...

Page 7: ...unting location away from any air bag deployment areas Assure adequate ventilation to prevent overheating The amplifier unit is provided with a mounting flange that contains four 1 4 holes Using the a...

Page 8: ...eme caution not to oversize the cutout area The control head will only overlap this cutout hole by 1 8 on the top and the bottom Temporarily place the control head in the cutout opening to verify the...

Page 9: ...w to wire the power connector on the amplifier to the vehicle The communication cable has both ends identical and should have one end plugged into the amplifier RJ11 port and the other end plugged int...

Page 10: ...mum size 14 AWG wire If connecting a second speaker in parallel you must observe the polarity of the speakers phasing Be sure that the positive terminals of both speakers are connected together to the...

Page 11: ...e Switching AUX Horn Jumper Selected VEHICLE HORN VEHICLE HORN SPEAKER 2 11 OHMS 12 VDC OR 12 VDC Negative Switching AUX Horn Jumper Selected Horn Switch Relay Horn Switch Relay RADIO Connect the Blue...

Page 12: ...with high speed pursuit Most siren functions are accessible with one simple motion without repetitive activation of switches or automatic timed switching that can interfere with desired operation POWE...

Page 13: ...that allows push button Manual MAN push button Horn and Public Address operation The siren output terminates immediately when the Manual push button switch is released RADIO Also known as Radio Repeat...

Page 14: ...ges to the next faster tone Pressing the manual button again reverts the siren back to the original tone Optional configuration allows the replacement of the Phaser tone with Two Tone or the disabling...

Page 15: ...the side is pressed AUXILIARY INPUT During installation an auxiliary input may be connected to the vehicle horn ring or other switching device It provides the same operation as pressing the Horn butt...

Page 16: ...ntermittent siren tone High voltage protection Low voltage protection Microphone button activation Circuit breaker in supply connection Shorted speaker or speaker wire Is the vehicle voltage regulator...

Page 17: ...The communications cable for the siren should make a right angle out of the back of the control head and exit in the opposite direction from both the police radio antenna wire and the police radio pow...

Page 18: ...ny facility other than the manufacturer THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN...

Page 19: ...iary input connection for remote Manual or Hands Free operation jumper programmable for positive or negative horn Park Kill input connection jumper programmable for positive or negative activation Pha...

Page 20: ...19 CAUTION Do not cut inner area too large control head face plate only overlaps 1 8 5 7 8 5 1 4 CONTROL HEAD INSTALLATION TEMPLATE 1 2 1 8 THIS INNER AREA TO BE CUT OUT 2 1 2 2 5 8 140...

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