Star Headlight & Lantern LCS790 Supplement
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
LCS790
LCS790LCS790
LCS790
SIREN AMPLIFIER & LIGHT CONTROLLER
US PATENT D574,799
PLIT411 REV. - 9/23/08
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INSTALLATION INFORMATION
PURCHASE DATE:
INSTALLATION DATE:
INSTALLER:
DEALER:
MODEL:
LCS790
AMPLIFIER SERIAL NO:
CONTROL HEAD SERIAL NO:
ARROWSTICK CONTROL SERIAL NO:
Model and serial number located on bottom of unit
Ins alla ion Informa ion
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
OVERVIEW 1
PRECAUTIONS 2
CONTENTS 2
SPECIFICATIONS 3
INSTALLATION 4-40
INSTALLER-SELECTABLE OPTIONS 4- 1
DIP Switch Settings 4-9
DIP Switch Chart 6
BUZ (Beep Settings), GUN (Gun Lock), TDM (Traffic Director Mode) 7
PD (Pursuit Disable), AUX (Auxiliary Input), PGM (Programming Mode) 8
PK (Park-Kill Polarity), AUX (Auxiliary Input Polarity) 9
Programmable Settings 9- 1
Detailed Programming Summary Table 10
Detailed Programming Legend 12
Detailed Programming Instructions
(see page 10 for specific page numbers for each option) 12- 1
QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE CENTERFOLD
MOUNTING 2
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - 9
12-terminal Connector 5
Siren Wiring Diagram #1 6
10-terminal Connector 7- 8
Siren Wiring Diagram #2 9
Label Insertion 40
OPERATION 41-46
ON/OFF 41
SELECTOR SWITCH (ROTARY KNOB) 42
SLIDE SWITCH 4
PUSH BUTTON SWITCHES 4
MANUAL AND HORN BUTTONS 44
Chart of Manual Tones 44
VOLUME CONTROLS 45
MICROPHONE 45
SPEAKER DIAGNOSTICS 45
AUXILIARY INPUT 46
PARK KILL 46
FUSES 46
PARTS 46
SERVICE 47-49
TROUBLESHOOTING 47
WARRANTY 48
RETURN 48
RETURNED GOODS AUTHORIZATION FORM 49
NOTICE
Due to continuous product improvements, we must reserve the right to change any specifications and
information, contained in this manual at any time without notice. Signal Vehicle Products and/or the
manufacturer make no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Signal Vehicle Products and/or the
manufacturer shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in
connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this manual.
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LCS790
Overview
The LCS790 Siren Amplifier is a premium 200W unit designed for single or
dual 100W speaker use and full lighting control.
The primary operating modes are Phaser, Yelp, Wail, Hands Free, Manual,
Alert, and Radio. A Noise Canceling PA Override and push-button Horn
Override are available in all modes. A manual push-button is provided for
push-on/push-off tone toggle operation in the Phaser, Yelp, and Wail modes.
It also allows manual siren control in the Manual or PA modes. The Phaser
function can be optionally replaced by Two-Tone or disabled entirely with
programming. Another feature allows cycling through Wail, Yelp, Phaser,
and Standby by 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. Radio and PA volume controls are provided on the front
panel. Also located on the front panel are two LED's for speaker diagnostics.
This unit additionally contains several distinct controls for operation of
vehicle devices. A slide switch allows quick pursuit mode operation. The far
right slide position can be set up to activate maximum lights and siren for
pursuit mode. There are seven push buttons to control up to seven different
lighting or auxiliary functions, or four functions and a traffic director.
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.
Questio s?
Signal Vehicle Products will attempt to answer and resolve any questions or
issues you may have. Please contact our Customer Service Department at
the number below with any questions. When con ac ing us abou a
produc you have purchased, please have he produc ’s serial number
readily available.
Phone: (585) 226-9025
Fax: (888) 478-2797
www.starheadlight.co
Overview
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Ins alla ion Informa ion
Precautio s
Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation.
Please read all instruction before installing the unit. Failure to follow these
instructions can cause serious damage to the unit or vehicle and may void
warranties.
• Installing any siren requires a good understanding of automotive
electronics, systems, and procedures.
• Please read all of the instructions, before attempting to install or
operate any of the sirens.
• Always disconnect power when installing or uninstalling this device.
• Never use a battery charger to bench test this device.
• This product is intended to be installed and operated in interior
applications only.
Keep These Ins ruc ions - Keep these instructions in the vehicle or other
safe place for future reference. Advise the
vehicle operator of the location.
Unpacking - Inspect contents for shipping damage. If found, alert carrier
immediately.
Co te ts
Contents should include:
1 - Siren with Microphone
1 - Mounting Bracket w/Screws
1 - Microphone Bracket w/Screws
2 - Wiring Connectors
1 - Pack of Button Labels
1 - Installation and Operating Instructions
Contact your supplier immediately if any components are missing.
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Specificatio s
Input Voltage
10 - 16 VDC (negative ground)
Input Current
8.0 Amps @ 13.6 VDC (single 100 speaker)
16.0 Amps @ 13.6 VDC (dual 100 speakers)
Standby Current
0 mA while Off, <150 mA with backlighting on
Max Peak Current
50 AMPS (supply circuit must be capable of supplying this for brief period)
Audio Frequency
200Hz - 10 kHz + 3db
Audio Output
40 watts @13.6 VDC
Output Power
105 ATTS RMS MAX. (15.0 VDC – single 100 speaker)
180 ATTS RMS MAX. (15.0 VDC –dual 100 speakers)
Siren Frequency
675Hz - 1633Hz
High Voltage Protection
16 - 18 VDC will cause siren output to cease, resumes at normal voltage
Operating Temperature
-15° F to +140°F
Siren Controls
7-position rotary switch (Radio, Alert, Manual, HF, ail, Yelp, Phaser)
Push-Button Manual and Horn switches
Auxiliary input (DIP switch programmable) for positive or negative horn
-Remote Manual or Hands Free operation
Park Kill input (DIP switch programmable) for positive or negative
activation
Phaser (and Two-Tone) disable (programmable)
Two-Tone activation (swaps modes with Phaser) (programmable)
Diagnostic Indicators
Two LED indicators provide diagnostic feedback for each speaker
Light/Device Controls
7 push-on/push-off buttons
4-position slide switch (Off,
1
11
1
,
2
22
2
, and
3
33
3
)
Light Output Ratings
20A fuse on each of the 10 outputs. (7 push buttons, 3 slide positions)
Siren and Light
Connections
Detachable 12-terminal connector
Detachable 10-terminal connector
1 individual Ground terminal, 3 +12VDC power terminals
Size
6" ide, 8" Deep, 3" High
Shipping eight
6 lbs.
Specifica ions
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I stallatio
Signal Vehicle recommends that you bench test the unit immediately after
receipt to ensure that it was not damaged in shipping. Then you should
program all settings and test again prior to installation.
Optio al Setti gs
The LCS790 has quite a few different options that can be modified to meet
your particular needs. Please review BOTH the list below and the one on
page 10 to determine if you need to change any of the settings for your
application. A more detailed description of each option can be found in the
corresponding sections on pages 7-9 and 12- 1.
If you eed to make a y cha ges to the default setti gs, please do so
prior to i stallatio of the sire .
DIP Swi ch Se ings
Optio Default Setti g Optio al Setti g
Keypad Beep Enabled Silent
Gun Lock Mode Disabled 8-sec. Open
S5, S6, S7 Traffic Director Mode Enabled No Traffic Director
Pursuit Mode for Slide Switch Pos. Enabled No Auto TD & Siren
Aux Wire Control Air Horn Clone Manual Function
Park Kill Wire Polarity Positive Ground/Negative
AUX Wire Polarity Positive Ground/Negative
A series of DIP
switches accessible
through the side of the
case, allow the installer
to select these various
options (see the
diagram to the right). If
any changes are
necessary, these
options should be set
before installation of
the unit.
Turn the siren on its
side and find the
location of the DIP
switches
For quick i stallatio usi g all of the default optio s,
please refer to the removable ce terfold guide.
Ins alla ion: Dip Swi ch Se ings
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Ins alla ion: Dip Swi ch Se ings
(co t’d)
UPSIDE DOWN VIEW
There are two sets of DIP switches located inside the unit. One set has six
switches that move up or down. The default position for all of these switches
is “down” (closer to the circuit board). The other set contains two DIP
switches that slide in or out. The default position for these two switches is
“out” (towards you).
Please review the diagram above to determine which switch controls what
function. A chart summarizing these functions is located on the following
page. Specific detail about each function can be found on pages 7-9.
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Ins alla ion: Dip Swi ch Se ings
(co t’d)
SW
LABEL
FUNCTION
DOWN POSITION
(Default)
UP POSITION
1
BUZ
Beep Setting
Keypad buttons beep
when pressed and
10-second beep option
also available
Keypad buttons silent
when pressed and
No 10-sec beep option
available.
2
GUN
Gun Lock
Switch 4 is a normal On/
Off switch
Switch 4 used to
unlock the Gun Lock
for 8 seconds
TDM
Traffic
Director
Mode
TD Mode Enabled
Buttons 5, 6, and 7 are
used to control a Traffic
Director.
TD LED display on siren
face is activated by
buttons 5, 6, and 7.
Buttons 5, 6, and 7 are
standard On/Off
switches.
TD LED display on
siren WILL NOT
illuminate.
4
PD
Pursuit
Disable
Traffic Director
auto-activated in WARN
mode when slide switch
is in position .
Siren auto-activated in
WAIL mode when slide
switch is in position .
Neither the Traffic
Director nor the siren
is auto-activated when
slide switch is in
position .
5
AUX
AUX Wire
Function
AUX wire used to
activate Air Horn.
AUX wire used to
activate the Manual
function.
6
PGM
Programming
Mode
Siren operates normally.
Places siren into
advanced
programming mode.
SW
LABEL
FUNCTION
IN POSITION
(Default)
OUT POSITION
1
PK
Park-Kill Po-
larity
Park-Kill function is acti-
vated by applying
+12VDC to Terminal 1
of the 10-terminal con-
nector.
Park-Kill function is
activated by applying
grou d to Terminal 1
of the 10-terminal con-
nector.
2
AUX
AUX wire
polarity
AUX function (Air Horn
or Manual) is activated
by applying +12VDC
to Terminal 5 of the
10-terminal connector.
AUX function (Air Horn
or Manual) is activated
by applying grou d
to Terminal 5 of the
10-terminal connector.
UP/DOWN DIP SWITCHES
IN/OUT DIP SWITCHES
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Ins alla ion: Dip Swi ch Se ings
(co t’d)
UP/DOWN DIP Swi ch Se ings
BUZ Beep Settings
By default, every time a button is pressed on the
keypad, the unit beeps. Flip the DIP switch up to
deactivate this feature.
Please ote: The optional 10-second beep
function will not work if this switch is in the UP
position (see page 15 of the Detailed
Programmi g section for further details).
GUN un Lock
This unit is shipped with all of
the Push Buttons (S1-S7) set
to be used as standard
On/Off buttons (pressing
each button once turns it ON,
pressing it a second time
turns it OFF). For some
applications it may be desirable to have one or more “Gun Lock”
buttons. A “Gun Lock” button will stay activated for only 10 seconds
when pressed. To activate Gun Lock Mode, flip switch two up. By
default, the fourth push button (S4) will become a Gun Lock button.
(See page 14 for detailed instructions on how to change the un
Lock button to a different button, to program additional buttons to act
as un Lock buttons, or to change the un Lock Timer to 20 sec.)
TDM Traffic Director Mode
This unit is shipped with buttons S5, S6, and S7 designated for use
with an approved traffic director (arrowstick). If any one of these
buttons is activated, pressing either of the other buttons will
deactivate the active one. In addition, pressing any of these buttons
will also activate the traffic director display LEDs on the front of
the unit. These LEDs will display
the pattern that corresponds to the
buttons pressed (i.e. Warn, Left,
Right, or Center Out). If you do
not have a traffic director, or your
traffic director uses a separate
controller, and you will be using these buttons as standard On/Off
buttons for other functions, flip DIP switch three up. This deactivates
the display LEDs. In addition, it will also allow you to turn them all
on at once (In TDM mode only one at a time can be active).
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