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Signal Vehicle Products SS670 User Manual

Signal Vehicle Products SS670
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PLITSTR332 REV. A 12/9/05
A Division of Star Headlight & Lantern Co., Inc.
SS670
SIREN AMPLIFIER
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
455 Rochester Street Avon, NY 14414
Phone: (585) 226-9025 Toll Free Fax: 888-478-2797
www.star1889.com

Questions and Answers:

Signal Vehicle Products SS670 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSignal Vehicle Products
ModelSS670
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Description

Installation

Installation Safety Precautions

Read all instructions before installing the unit to prevent damage or voided warranties.

Installer Qualifications

Installer must have knowledge of electricity, vehicle systems, and emergency equipment.

Keep Installation Instructions

Keep instructions in vehicle or safe place for future reference. Advise vehicle operator.

Unpacking and Contents Check

Inspect contents for shipping damage and missing components. Alert carrier immediately if found.

Installer Selectable Options

Select options using jumpers on the circuit board before unit installation.

Cover Removal for Jumper Access

Remove two screws, slide bottom cover back to access jumpers. Do not overtighten screws.

Phaser Disable (TD Jumper)

Move TD jumper to disable Phaser and Two-Tone sounds.

Two-Tone Function (TT Jumper)

Move TT jumper to replace Phaser sound with Two-Tone.

Auxiliary Input Function (AUX Jumper)

Allows activation of Horn or Manual functions via external source.

Auxiliary Input Polarity Setting

Set AUX jumper for positive or negative voltage activation.

Park Kill Input Polarity Setting

Set PK jumper for positive or negative voltage activation for Park Kill.

Mounting the Siren Unit

Mounting Safety Precautions

Observe precautions to prevent property damage, injury, or death. Do not mount in air bag areas.

Recommended Mounting Locations

Mount above/below dash, on tunnel, or in rack, away from air bag areas with adequate ventilation.

Mounting Procedures

Install bracket with 1/4" hardware, drill 1/8" holes for mic clip. Ensure bolts don't exceed 1/4" into case.

Electrical Connections

Wiring Harness Connector (SWH-64)

Electrical connections use a removable 12-pin connector (SWH-64) for service access.

Power Supply Requirements

Unit requires 30 amp peak current capability, preferably from the vehicle battery.

Wire Size and Termination Guidelines

Use appropriate wire size, high-quality connectors, ensure tight connections, and proper routing.

Siren Wiring Connections

Details connections for Black (Ground), Red (Power), and Brown (Speakers). Use #14 AWG wire.

Optional Wiring Connections

Details connections for Blue (Radio), Green (AUX), and White (Park-Kill) wires.

Post-Installation Testing

Test voltage across pins 1 & 2, and verify all siren functions and vehicle operation.

Siren Operation

General Operation Overview

Unit designed for easy operation during high-speed pursuit. Functions accessible with simple motion.

Power Switch Operation

Siren functions only when the power switch is in the ON position.

Selector Switch Functions

Rotary switch controls primary siren functions: Phaser, Yelp, Wail, Hands Free, Manual, Alert, Radio.

Phaser (PHSR) Mode

Ultra-fast changing tone for maximum attention.

Yelp Mode

Rapidly changing tone for congested areas.

Wail Mode

Slower changing tone for highways.

Hands-Free (HF) Mode

Cycles through Wail, Yelp, Phaser via horn or AUX input.

Manual Mode

Push-button control for Manual, Horn, and PA; siren winds down when button released.

Alert Mode

Push-button control for Manual, Horn, and PA; siren terminates immediately when button released.

Radio Repeat (Radio Mode)

Amplifies radio speaker for re-broadcast; no siren tones available.

Manual Push-button Operation

Momentary push-button for quicker tone changes or manual siren activation.

Manual Push-button Function Table

Table detailing MAN button actions based on rotary switch position.

Horn (Air Horn) Push-button

Simulates air-horn tone, can replace or supplement vehicle horn.

Controls and Features

Radio Volume Control

Adjusts volume for radio repeat function, set in RADIO position.

PA Volume Control

Adjusts volume for Public Address function, set to maximum without feedback.

Microphone Usage

Noise-canceling microphone for PA operation and overriding siren tones.

Auxiliary Input Functionality

Connects to horn ring or switch for Horn or Manual push-button operation.

Park Kill (Cutout) Function

Connects to door switch to automatically turn off siren tone when door opens.

Service and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Symptoms

Identifies common issues like no power, no siren tone, or distorted sound with possible causes.

Troubleshooting Specific Issues

Covers intermittent tone, stuck functions, no radio, wrong tone, and phaser issues.

Returns and Product Support

Contact Customer Service for questions or to obtain an RGA# before returning products.

Parts Availability

Available Replacement Parts

List of part numbers and descriptions for available replacement components.

Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Details input voltage, current, standby current, audio output, and power ratings.

Frequency and Protection Specs

Covers siren frequency range, high voltage, and short circuit protection.

Operating and Connection Specs

Includes operating temperature, controls, connector details, size, and shipping weight.

Limited Warranty

Product Warranty Coverage

Warrants product free from defects for one year from delivery to first user-purchaser.

Warranty Exclusions

Excludes labor charges, fuses, lamps, abuse, misuse, improper installation, and unauthorized modifications.

Disclaimer of Other Warranties

No other warranties expressed or implied, including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

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