Code 3 H2 Covert User manual
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H2Covert™ Remote Siren System with
Hand-Held Controller
Introduction:
The H2CovertTM uses an easily concealable remote hand-held con-
troller coupled to an electronic siren, all designed to meet the needs
of emergency vehicles. This series incorporates many of the popular
features of existing Code 3®siren systems as well as some new
features such as new siren tones, 4 auxiliary controls, EU Lock, and
Title 13 Compliance. The purpose of this document is to aid in the
setup and installation of the H2Covert, and to provide instructions for
its proper operation.
Contents:
Introduction.......................................01
Standard Features.......................................02
Unpacking & Pre-Installation..................................02
Installation & Mounting.......................................02
Connection..................................03-04
Operation.......................................05-09
Specications.......................................10
Maintenance.......................................10
Parts List.......................................10
Troubleshooting.......................................11
Warranty.......................................12
IMPORTANT! Read all instructions before installing and using. Installer: This manual must be delivered to the end user.
WARNING!
Sirens are an integral part of an effective audio/visual emergency warning system. However, sirens are only short range second-
ary warning devices. The use of a siren does not insure that all drivers can or will observe or react to an emergency warning signal,
particularly at long distances or when either vehicle is traveling at a high rate of speed. Sirens should only be used in a combination
with effective warning lights and never relied upon as a sole warning signal. Never take the right of way for granted. It is your responsibility to
be sure you can proceed safely before entering an intersection driving against trafc, or responding at a high rate of speed.
The effectiveness of this warning device is highly dependent upon correct mounting and wiring. Read and follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions before installing this device. The vehicle operator should check the equipment daily to insure that all features of the device operate cor-
rectly.
To be effective, sirens must produce high sound levels that potentially can inict hearing damage. Installers should be warned to wear hearing
protection, clear bystanders from the area and not to operate the siren indoors during testing. Vehicle operators and occupants should assess
their exposure to siren noise and determine what steps, such as consultation with professionals or use of hearing protection should be imple-
mented to protect their hearing.
This equipment is intended for use by authorized personnel only. It is the user’s responsibility to understand and obey all laws regarding emer-
gency warning devices. The user should check all applicable city, state and federal laws and regulations. Code 3, Inc., assumes no liability for
any loss resulting from the use of this warning device.
Proper installation is vital to the performance of the siren and the safe operation of the emergency vehicle. It is important to recognize that
the operator of the emergency vehicle is under psychological and physiological stress caused by the emergency situation. The siren system
should be installed in such a manner as to: A) Not reduce the acoustical performance of the system, B) Limit as much as practical the noise
level in the passenger compartment of the vehicle, C) Place the controls within convenient reach of the operator so that he can operate the
system without losing eye contact with the roadway.
Emergency warning devices often require high electrical voltages and/or currents. Properly protect and use caution around live electrical con-
nections. Grounding or shorting of electrical connections can cause high current arcing, which can cause personal injury and/or severe vehicle
damage, including re.
PROPER INSTALLATION COMBINED WITH OPERATOR TRAINING IN THE PROPER USE OF EMERGENCY WARNING DEVICES IS ESSENTIAL TO
INSURE THE SAFETY OF EMERGENCY PERSONNEL AND THE PUBLIC.
Installation and Operation Instructions
WARNING!
• Sirens produce loud sounds that may damage hearing
• Wear hearing protection when testing
• Use siren only for emergency response
• Roll up windows when siren is operating
• Avoid exposure to the siren sound outside of the vehicle
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Standard Features
The H2Covert system offers the following features:
- Primary Tones: Wail, Yelp, Hi-Lo, Hyper-Yelp, Hyper-Lo, Whoop, Manual Wail, Air Horn
- Vehicle Light Control Buttons – 7 levels: 3 Progressive, Auxiliary
- PA with Built-In Noise Cancelling Microphone
- Integrated Volume Control
- Radio rebroadcast
- Stand-By
- Siren Scroll
- Park Kill
- Horn Ring Transfer
- EU Lock
- Backlit Buttons with On/Off Color Change
- Three (3) Backlight Dimming Levels and Backlight Off Option
- Two (2) Push Button Programmable Siren Controls
- Two (2) Programmable Air Horn Pitch Controls
- Externally accessible fuses
- 25’ Extension Cable
Unpacking & Pre-Installation
After unpacking the siren, carefully inspect the unit and associated parts for any damage that may have been caused in transit. Report any
damage to the carrier immediately.
Parts included in the box:
- Siren(amplier)
- Hand-Held Controller with Base
- 25’ Extension Cable
- Parts Bag
Installation & Mounting
The hand-held controller may be mounted in various locations in the vehicle: below the dash, on the tunnel, etc. using the hardware supplied.
Easeofoperationandconveniencetotheoperatorshouldbetheprimeconsiderationwhenmountingthesirenandcontrols.Theamplier
may be mounted at an appropriate location within the vehicle, and the 25’ extension cord can be used to couple the hand-held controller to the
amplier.
WARNING!
All devices should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and securely fastened to vehicle elements of suf-
cient strength to withstand the forces applied to the device. Ease of operation and convenience to the operator should be the prime
consideration when mounting the siren and controls. Adjust the mounting angle to allow maximum operator visibility. Do not mount
the Hand-Held Controller in a location that will obstruct the drivers view. Mount the Hand-Held Controller mounting base in a convenient loca-
tion to allow the operator easy access. Devices should be mounted only in locations that conform to their SAE identication code as described
in SAE Standard J1849. For example, electronics designed for interior mounting should not be placed underhood, etc. Controls should be
placed within convenient reach* of the driver or if intended for two person operation the driver and/or passenger. In some vehicles, multiple
control switches and/or using methods such as “horn ring transfer” which utilizes the vehicle horn switch to toggle between siren tones may be
necessary for convenient operation from two positions.
*Convenient reach is dened as the ability of the operator of the siren system to manipulate the controls from their normal driving/riding posi-
tion without excessive movement away from the seat back or loss of eye contact with the roadway.
The H2Covertamplierisnotwaterproof.Itmustbemountedinalocationthatisshelteredfromrain,snow,standingwater,etc.Itmustbealso
installed in an adequately ventilated area. Do not install near heater ducts or under the vehicle’s hood. Using the mounting holes on the ampli-
erasatemplate,scribefourdrillpositionmarksatthemountinglocations.Besurethatbothsidesofthemountingsurfaceareclearofparts
that may be damaged. The siren accessory kit with mounting hardware supplied provides the user with a choice of mounting hardware. Secure
the H2Covertampliertothemountingsurface,usingthemountinghardware,includinglockwashers.
Connection between the hand-held controller and the H2CovertamplierboxisanRJ45connector.
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WARNING!
Larger wires and tight connections will provide longer service life for components. For high current wires it is highly recommended
that terminal blocks or soldered connections be used with shrink tubing to protect the connections. Do not use insulation displace-
ment connections (e.g. 3M) Scotchlock type connectors. Route wiring using grommets and sealant when passing through compart-
ment walls. Minimize the number of splices to reduce voltage drop. High ambient temperatures (e.g. underhood) will signicantly reduce the
current carrying capacity of wires, fuses, and circuit breakers. Use “SXL” type wire in engine compartment.
All wiring should conform to the minimum wire size and other recommendations of the manufacturer and be protected from moving parts and
hot surfaces. Looms, grommets, cable ties, and similar installation hardware should be used to anchor and protect all wiring.
Fuses or circuit breakers should be located as close to the power takeoff points as possible and properly sized to protect the wiring and de-
vices. Particular attention should be paid to the location and method of making electrical connections and splices to protect these points from
corrosion and loss of conductivity. Ground (Earth) terminations should only be made to substantial chassis components, preferably directly to
the vehicle battery.
The user should install a circuit breaker sized to approximately 125% of the maximum Amp capacity in the supply line to protect against short
circuits. For example, a 30 Amp circuit breaker should carry a maximum of 24 Amps.
DO NOT USE 1/4” DIAMETER GLASS FUSES AS THEY ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR CONTINUOUS DUTY IN SIZES ABOVE 15 AMPS. Circuit break-
ers are very sensitive to high termperatures and will “false trip” when mounted in hot environments or operated close to their capacity.
Connections
(Reference Figures 1 and 2– Connection Diagram)
1. Disconnect the cable on the negative end of the battery before performing installation. Do not connect the H2Covert system to vehicle
battery until all other electrical connections are made and mounting of all components is complete. Verify the polarities of the cable and
ensure that no short circuits exist before connecting to the battery terminals. If routing the extension cable requires drilling a hole in sheet
metalorothermaterial,drilla5/8″holeinthematerialandinstalla5/8″grommet(notsupplied)toprotectthecable.
2. User-supplied 12-gauge red and black wires are required for positive (+12V) and negative (NEG) connections. User-supplied 18-gauge
wires are required for the speaker, door/park-siren-off input, radio input, chassis ground, horn ring out and horn ring in connections.
3. AttachthehandheldcontrollertotheamplierbyinsertingtheRJ45connectorontheendofthecoilcordintothematingportontheampli-
er.Iftheamplierisremotelymounted,usetheincluded25’extensioncordandextensionadaptor.
4. Congurethedipswitchesonthefrontofthesirenampliertosuityourneeds.Seepage9forthelistofdipswitchesandtheirimpacton
the system.
Figure 1
Figure 2
5. To install the positive and negative power wires, strip 1/4” of insulation from the end of the wires, insert the red wire into the left port of the
two-position, pluggable connector (color green), which corresponds to the “+12V” position, and the black wire into the right port, which
corresponds to the “NEG” position, and tighten the screws. The “+12V” position may be connected either directly to a +12V source (such
as a battery), or through a switch (such as an ignition switch).
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6. The unit is supplied with a ten-position, pluggable connector (color green) for the other connections. Insert the wire into the connector and
tighten the screw at these appropriate connector positions:
a. Speaker – the siren is designed to operate with one 11-ohm impedance speaker (100W) or two 11-ohm impedance speakers (200W).
Speakers are not included as part of the siren. Any 11-ohm 100W speakers for use with emergency vehicle may be considered to use.
When using two speakers, they must be connected in parallel and in phase.
WARNING!
CONNECTION OF A 58 WATT SPEAKER TO THE SPKR TERMINAL WILL CAUSE THE SPEAKER TO BURN OUT, AND WILL VOID THE
SPEAKER WARRANTY!
b. Horn Ring In and Out – The horn ring transfer circuit is capable of switching a maximum of 10 amperes. An external relay is not required
for horn ring operation. Locate the wire that connects the vehicle horn ring switch to the horn or horn relay. Cut this wire. Connect a wire
from “HORN RING IN” position on the connector to the horn ring side of the wire that was just cut. Connect a wire from “HORN RING
OUT” position on the connector to the horn side of the cut wire. Properly insulate the wires. (Note: A footswitch may be substituted to
use with “HORN-TAP” function. Connect a wire to one end of the footswitch wire to the other end of the footswitch wires and the vehicle
chassis.). The user has the option for two different tone outputs when depressing the horn – Air Horn (default) or Manual. See the
sectiontitled“Operation”fordipswitchcongurations.
c. Chassis ground – This wire should not be left unconnected. It is necessary to connect the siren enclosure to ground and gain shielding
effect. Use an 18-gause wire to connect the siren case to a good vehicle chassis point.
d. Door/Park-Siren-Off input – This feature automatically deactivates siren tones when the vehicle is shifted into PARK. Lighting Level 3
will also “drop-out “ if this feature is enabled via the front panel dip switch. Siren tones will be disabled until the vehicle is shifted out of
PARK. This circuit is activated by a negative signal. Connect this input to a circuit that is GROUNDED when the vehicle is shifted into
PARK. It is the installer’s responsibility to determine an appropriate location in the vehicle circuitry to connect this wire. See the section
titled“Operation”fordipswitchcongurations.
e. Radio rebroadcast - Any line output signal with nominal one volt peak to peak can be connected here. If the output seems to start dis-
torted,reducetheradiogainbyadjustingthe“RadioGain”trimmeronfrontofsirenamplier.
7. Plug the ten-position connector into the mating connector on the unit, and apply pressure until it locks into place.
8. Toinstallthelightbarpowerwires,stripapproximately1/4″ofinsulationfromtheendofthelightswires.Insertthewireintheappropriate
terminal of 7-position screw terminal block and tighten the screw. Keep in mind that terminals LEV1, LEV2, and LEV3 have a 20 amp
maximum current each, and terminals AUX1, AUX2, AUX3, and AUX4 have a 10 amp maximum current each. The total current of all 7
terminals is limited to 60 Amps,
9. Both +12VLTG terminals should be connected directly to a 12V source. This connector provides power to the 3 Level, progressive lighting
outputs and the 4 auxiliary outputs. This connection is designed to provide 60 amp service and therefore nothing smaller than #4 gauge
wire should be connected to it. If a fuse is installed, it should be sized for the actual load of the lighting used and located as close to the
battery positive as possible.
10. Ensure that there are no loose wire strands or other bare wire that may cause a short circuit. All wires must be protected from any sharp
edged that could eventually cut through the insulation. Also use an ohmmeter to verify that a short circuit does not exist between the posi-
tive (+) leads and the vehicles chassis.
11. Perform visual check of all connections and wiring more before connecting the red wire to the positive (+) terminal and black wire to the
negative (-) terminal of the battery.
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WARNING!
Any electronic device my create or be affected by electromagnetic interference. After installation of any electronic device, operate all
equipment simultaneously to insure that operation is free of interference.
Operation
Push to Talk and Radio Gain
Adjustthegaintrimmerslocatedontherearoftheampliertoreducedistortion.
Horn Ring Feature
The Horn Ring feature allows the driver to enable and change the audible siren sound via the vehicle’s horn ring. Depending upon the position
of Dip switches #6 & #7, the horn ring switch will emulate either the function of the “AIR” or “MANUAL” button on the handheld controller or scroll
through various siren tones. The Scrolling Feature is completely disabled when Dip switch #6 is in the “on” position. When Dip switch #6 is in
the “on” position, the horn ring will always emulate either the “AIR” or “MANUAL” button as set by Dip switch #7.
The following outputs are achieved by tapping the horn ring:
Light Status Siren Status Output
OFF or Level 1 OFF Air Horn (or Manual) tone
Level 2 or Level 3 OFF Tapping scrolls through tones
OFF or Level 1 ON No change to tone.
Level 2 or Level 3 ON Tapping scrolls through tones
The following outputs are achieved by holding the horn ring:
Light Status Siren Status Output
ANY OFF Air Horn (or Manual) tone
OFF or Level 1 ON No change to tone.
Level 2 or Level 3 ON Air Horn (or Manual) tone
Footswitch/Pursuit Feature
A footswitch may be substituted for the Horn Ring feature.
Park Kill Feature
This feature deactivates the siren tones when the vehicle is either shifted into park or door is opened (depending on how the end user wired
this feature into the vehicle). The siren will remain deactivated until the vehicle is shifted into gear or the door is closed and the siren is manu-
ally restarted. If Dip switch #4 is in the “on” position, Light Level 3 will also drop to Light Level 2 when the vehicle is shifted into park or door is
opened. The lights will remain in Light Level 2 unless manually changed.
WARNING!
IMPORTANT WARNINGS TO USERS OF SIRENS: “Wail” and “Yelp” tones are in some cases (such as the state of California) the only
recognized siren tones for calling for the right of way. Ancillary tones such as “Air Horn”, “Hi-Lo”, “Hyper Yelp”, and “Hyper Lo” in
some cases do not provide as high a sound pressure level. It is recommended that these tones be used in a secondary mode to alert
motorists to the presence of multiple emergency vehicles or to the momentary shift from the primary tone as an indication of the imminent
presence of any emergency vehicle.
EU Lock Feature
By setting either Dip switch #8 or Dip switch #9 to the “on” position, the EU Lock Feature is enabled. This feature ensures that at least a certain
Light Level is on while any siren tones, except Air Horn, are on. If the siren is turned on without the minimum Light Level on, then that Light
Level will turn on. If later that Light Level is turned off, then the siren will also turn off if it is still on. The minimum Light Level is set by the fol-
lowing table:
For Example: If EU Lock Level 1 is enabled (by setting Dip switch #8 “ON”, and Dip switch #9 “OFF), then at least Light Level 1 will
always be on while the siren is on. If the siren is turned on and no lights are on, then Light Level 1 will also turn on. When Light Level
1 is turned off, then the siren will also turn off if it is still on.
OPERATION MODE
EU Lock Disabled
EU Lock Level 1
EU Lock Level 2
EU Lock Level 3
Dip switch #8
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Dip switch #9
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
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Auto Siren Feature
By setting Dip switch #2 to the “on” position, Auto Siren is enabled. In this mode, the SIR1 siren tone will automatically turn on when Lighting
Level 3 is turned on. When Lighting Level 3 is later turned off, any siren tone that is on will also shut off. The SIR1 siren tone may be pro-
grammed as described below.
Programmable Siren Tones
The SIR1 and SIR2 are user programmable. They are preset at the factory as such: SIR1 – Wail and SIR2 – Yelp, To change the factory pre-
set, depress and hold the STBY button, then depress/release the desired SIR button to go to the next available tone. Once the desired tone is
chosen, release both buttons. Repeat for the other SIR buttons.
Programmable Air Horn Pitch Tones
There are two tones available for the Air Horn. To change, depress and hold the STBY button, then depress/release the Air Horn button. Once
the desired tone is chosen, release both buttons.
Auxiliary Light Control Buttons
There are four auxiliary light control buttons that the user can use as desired. To operate, depress/release once and the desired feature will be
enabled. Depress/release again and the feature will be disabled. The AUX3 and AUX4 buttons have special modes they can operate in that
can be enabled with Dip switches. If these modes are not set, AUX3 and AUX4 operate in default mode, which is the same as the other AUX
buttons. Below is a description of these two modes.
AUX3 - Momentary Active Mode
When Dip switch #3 is “on”, the AUX3 channel is only active while the AUX3 button is pressed. Once released, the AUX3 channel
will become inactive again.
AUX4 - Gun Lock Mode
When Dip switch #5 is “on”, pressing the AUX4 button will cause the AUX4 channel to become active for 10 seconds. After 10 sec-
onds, the AUX4 channel will become inactive again.
Keypad Backlight Dimming and Shut Off
There are four (4) levels of dimming on the hand-held controller keypad: Brightest, Bright, Dim, and Off. To initiate a change to the dimming
level hold the STBY button down for 5 or more seconds without pressing any other buttons on the keypad. The unit will change to the next dim
level (or Off if it is currently set at the lowest dimming level). If the STBY is depressed/released again within approximately two (2) seconds, the
dim changes to the next level. The user can depress/release the STBY button continuously within two (2) seconds to cycle through all dimming
levels. If the STBY button is not depressed/released within two (2) seconds, the dimming level is set. To initiate a change to the dimming level
the STBY button must again be held down for 5 or more seconds. The dimming level will remain set even after the unit has been turned off.
California Title 13 Compliance
By setting Dip switch #1 to the “on” position, the H2Covert operates in a California Title 13 Compliance mode. In this mode, Hyper Yelp, Hi-Lo,
Hyper-Lo, and Whoop siren tones are disabled. In addition, the Air Horn is disabled if Light Levels 2 or 3 are on.
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CongurableDipswitches
There are ten dip switches on the front of the H2Covertamplierthatcanbeusedtosetvariousdifferentfeaturesofthesystem.Whenadip
switch is facing downward (towards the mounting bracket), it is considered to be in the “on” position. When it is facing upward (towards the
wiring diagram), it is considered to be in the “off” position. All dip switches come preset to the “off” position.
Below is a description of the functions of all ten dip switches.
Dip switch #1
When “ON”, the siren will operate in California Title 13 Mode. Hyper Yelp, Hi-Lo, Hyper-Lo and Whoop siren tones will be disabled, limiting the
available tones to Wail and Yelp. In addition, the Air Horn is disabled if Light Levels 2 or 3 are active.
Dip switch #2
When “ON”, enables Auto Siren. If Light Level 3 is turned on, then SIR1 siren tone will also turn on. When Light Level 3 is turned off, any siren
tone that is on will also turn off.
Dip switch #3
When “ON”, enables the Momentary Active Mode of AUX3. AUX3 will only be active while the AUX3 button is pressed.
Dip switch #4
When “ON”, enables the Park Kill Light Level 3 Feature. When Park Kill disables the siren, it will also drop the Light Level from Level 3 to Level
2 (if it is currently in Level 3).
Dip switch #5
When “ON”, enables the Gun Lock Mode of AUX4. When the AUX4 button is pressed, AUX4 will immediately become active. After 10 seconds,
AUX4 will become inactive again.
Dip switch #6
When “ON”, disables the Horn Ring Scrolling feature described above. When this dip switch is in the “on” position, the horn ring will always
produce either the Air Horn or Manual Tone regardless of siren or light levels.
Dip switch #7
When “ON”, Horn Ring will emulate the “MANUAL” button. When “OFF”, Horn Ring will emulate the “AIR HORN” button.
Dip switch #8 and Dip switch #9
When either Dip switch #8 or Dip switch #9 to the “on” position, the EU Lock Feature is enabled. This feature ensures that at least a certain
Light Level is on while any siren tones, except Air Horn, are on. If the siren is turned on without the minimum Light Level on, then that Light
Level will turn on. If later that Light Level is turned off, then the siren will also turn off if it is still on. The minimum Light Level is set by the fol-
lowing table:
NOTE: If both Auto Siren and EU Lock Level 3 are on, the siren will operate in a mode similar to Siren Lock on other Code 3, Inc.
sirens. In this mode, when Light Level 3 is turned on, SIR1 siren tone will also turn on. When Light Level 3 is later turned off, the
siren will also turn off.
Dip switch #10
Reserved. Leave this dip switch in the “OFF” position
OPERATION MODE
EU Lock Disabled
EU Lock Level 1
EU Lock Level 2
EU Lock Level 3
Dip switch #8
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Dip switch #9
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
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Hand Held Controller (See Picture on Next Page)
1. The microphone for talk.
2. LEV1, when depressed/released once, supplies power to the load connected to LEV1. This will also shut off the siren if EU Lock Level
2 or 3, or Auto Siren is enabled. When depressed/released again, cuts power to Terminal A and shuts off the siren if EU Lock Level 1 is
enabled.
3. LEV2, when depressed/released once, supplies power to the load connected to LEV1 and LEV2. This will also shut off the siren if EU Lock
Level 3 or Auto Siren is enabled. When pressed/released again, cuts power to LEV2 and shuts off the siren if EU Lock Level 2 is enabled.
4. LEV3, when depressed/released once, supplies power to the load connected to LEV1, LEV2, LEV3. If Auto Siren is enabled, then SIR1
siren will also turn on. When depressed/released again, cuts power to LEV1, LEV2, and LEV3, and shuts off the siren if EU Lock or Auto
Siren is enabled.
5. AUX 1 – Auxiliary, when depressed/released once, supplies power to the load connected to AUX1.
6. AUX 2 – Auxiliary, when depressed/released once, supplies power to the load connected to AUX2.
7. AUX 3 – Auxiliary, when active, supplies power to the load connected to AUX3. Active mode is determined by the mode that AUX 3 is set
to. This is set by Dip switch #3.
8. AUX 4 – Auxiliary, when active, supplies power to the load connected to AUX4. Active mode is determined by the mode that AUX 4 is set
to. This is set by Dip switch #5.
9. RAD – When pressed, the radio rebroadcast function over-rides any active siren tone. When the RAD button is released, the siren will
automatically switch back to the siren tone (if any) that was active when the button was pressed.
10. MAN – When depressed/released once, the siren will produce the Manual tone. This button over-rides any other siren tone being pro-
duced. If EU Lock is enabled, and the minimum Light Level is not currently on, then that Light Level will also turn on.
11. AIR – When depressed/released once, the siren will produce the Air Horn tone. This button over-rides any other siren tone being pro-
duced. When the STBY button is depressed/held, the Air Horn button can be depressed/released to select higher or lower pitch tones.
Once the desired tone is chosen, release both buttons.
12. SIR – When depressed/released, the siren will produce the Wail tone. Continue to depress/release the button to scroll through the following
tones (unless disabled): Wail, Yelp, Hi-Lo, Hyper-Yelp, Hyper-Lo, and Whoop. If EU Lock is enabled, and the minimum Light Level is not
currently on, then that Light Level will also turn on.
13. SIR1 – Siren Tone 1, when depressed/released once, the siren will produce the tone preset at the factory (currently Wail). If EU Lock is
enabled, and the minimum Light Level is not currently on, then that Light Level will also turn on. To change the factory preset, depress
and hold the STBY button, and then depress/release the SIR1 button to go to the next available tone. Once the desired tone is chosen,
release both buttons.
14. SIR2 – Siren Tone 2, when depressed/released once, the siren will produce the tone preset at the factory (currently Yelp). If EU Lock is
enabled, and the minimum Light Level is not currently on, then that Light Level will also turn on. To change the factory preset, depress
and hold the STBY button, and then depress/release the SIR2 button to go to the next available tone. Once the desired tone is chosen,
release both buttons.
15. STBY – When depressed/released, any active siren tone is shut off. When depressed/held for 5 or more seconds without any other button
press, the keypad dimming mode is entered (see the section titled “Keypad Backlighting Dimming and Shut Off”). In addition this button
is used to change the siren presets as described above.
16. PTT (Push To Talk) – The PA portion of the siren is activated each time the Microphone PTT button is pressed. When pressed, the PA
function over-rides any active siren tone and routes the PA audio through the siren speaker. When the PTT button is released, the siren
will automatically switch back to the siren tone (if any) that was active when the button was pressed.
17. Power/Volume Control - On/Off power is controlled by adjusting the wheel all the way upward, which turns the unit on and sets it to maxi-
mum volume. Scrolling downward from here decreases the volume. Scrolling further, past the physical detent, will turn the unit off.
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Figure 3
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Specications
Siren Section
Input Voltage 10-16VDC (negative ground)
Input Current 17 Amps @ 13.6VDC (dual 100W speakers)
Standby Current Less than 280 mA, Less than 140 mA when Keypad lights turned off.
Output Voltage Maximum 200W @ 12VDC (dual 100W speakers)
Operating Temperature -40 to 170°F (-40 to 77°C)
Dimensions (HWD):
Handheld controller 1.2”X2.4”X5.9” (30X61X150MM)
Amplier 7.1”X6.3”X2.4″(180X160X61MM)
Weight – Siren (approx): 4.0 lbs
Weight – Controller (approx): 0.5 lbs
Base: Black anodized
Mounting–Siren: 4-holeangemountingonbase&mountinghardware
Mounting – Controller: Cradle & mounting hardware
Compliance: SAEJ1849,CaliforniaTitle13
Warranty: 5 years
Lighting Section
Warning Light Control 7 levels
Level 1 20A maximum
Level 2 20A maximum
Level 3 20A maximum
AUX 1 10A maximum
AUX 2 10A maximum
AUX 3 10A maximum
AUX 4 10A maximum
Maintenance
YourCode3sirenhasbeendesignedtoprovidetroublefreeservice.Incaseofdifculty,consulttheTroubleshootingGuideofthismanual.Also
checkforshortedoropenwires.Theprimarycauseofshortcircuitshasbeenfoundtobewirespassingthroughrewalls,roofs,etc.Iffurther
difcultypersists,contactthefactoryfortroubleshootingadviceorreturninstructions.
Code 3 maintains a complete parts inventory and service facility at the factory and will repair or replace (at the factory’s option) any unit found to
be defective under normal use and in warranty. Any attempt to service a unit in warranty, by anyone other than a factory-authorized technician,
without the express written consent of the factory, will void the warranty.
Unitsoutofwarrantycanberepairedatthefactoryforanominalchargeoneitheraatrateorpartsandlaborbasis.Contactthefactoryfor
details and return instructions. Code 3 is not liable for any incidental charges related to the repair or replacement of a unit unless otherwise
expressly agreed to in writing by the factory.
Parts List
Part Number Description Quantity
T15060 Siren(Amplier) 1
T15061 Hand Held Controller with Coil Cord 1
T15062 Hand Held Controller Mounting Bracket 1
T52227 Ten Position Pluggable Connector 1
T52228 Two Position Pluggable Connector 1
T15065 Parts Bag 1
T15066 25’ Extension Cord 1
T15068 Installation & Operation Manual 1
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Troubleshooting Guide:
(Refer to Figures 1 and 2 - Connection Diagram)
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
NO SIREN OUTPUT. A. SHORTED SPEAKER OR SPEAK-
ER WIRES. SIREN IN OVER CUR-
RENT PROTECTION MODE.
A. CHECK CONNECTIONS.
FUSE BLOWS. A. AMPLIFIER POWER WIRES RE-
VERSED POLARITY.
A. CHECK POLARITY.
NO OUTPUT FROM SPEAKER,
TONES HEARD INSIDE AMP MOD-
ULE.
A. SPEAKER NOT CONNECTED/
OPEN OR SHORTED SPEAKER WIR-
ING.
B. DEFECTIVE SPEAKER (NOTE:
SHORTED SPEAKER OR SPEAKER
WIRING WILL CAUSE SIREN TO
SHUT DOWN).
A. CHECK SPEAKER WIRING.
B. DISCONNECT SPEAKER, LISTEN
AT SIREN FOR TONES, REPLACE
SPEAKER.
SIREN TONES VOLUME TOO LOW
OR GARBLED.
A. LOW VOLTAGE TO SIREN AMPLI-
FIER.
B. HIGH RESISTANCE IN WIRING/
DEFECTIVE SPEAKER.
A. CHECK WIRING FOR BAD CON-
NECTIONS/ CHECK VEHICLE
CHARGING SYSTEM.
B. CHECK SPEAKER WIRING / RE-
PLACE SPEAKER.
HIGH RATE OF SPEAKER FAILURE. A. HIGH VOLTAGE TO SIREN.
B. 58 WATT SPEAKER CONNECTED
TO 100 WATT TAP. 58 WATT NOT
ALLOWED.
A. CHECK VEHICLE CHARGING
SYSTEM.
B. USE CORRECT SPEAKER.
SIREN CONTINUES UNTIL TONE
RAMPS DOWN AFTER MANUAL
BUTTON IS RELEASED.
NORMAL OPERATION.
P.A. VOLUME LOW OR NO P.A. AT
ALL.VOLUMECONTROLADJUSTED
TO MAXIMUM.
A. DEFECTIVE MICROPHONE.
B. MAXIMUM P.A. VOLUME TRIM-
MERMISADJUSTED.
SEE OPERATION SECTION.
A. REPLACE MICROPHONE.
B. REFER TO OPERATION SECTION.
RRB VOLUME LOW, OR NO RRB
AT ALL. VOLUME CONTROL FULLY
CLOCKWISE.
A. MAXIMUM RADIO REBROADCAST
TRIMMERMIS-ADJUSTED.
B. RRB WIRES NOT CONNECTED
TO TWO-WAY RADIO EXTERNAL
SPEAKER.
A.REFERTOSET-UPANDADJUST-
MENT SECTION.
B. CHECK RRB CONNECTIONS
SIREN SOUNDS BY ITSELF. A. REMOTE SWITCH (HORN RING)
WIRING TO REMOTE INPUT SHORT-
ING TO POSITIVE OR TO GROUND
(EARTH).
A. CHECK WIRING FOR ANY SHORT-
ING.
PA OPERATES BUT SIREN WILL NOT
RUN.
A. VEHICLE IN PARK; THE PARK KILL
FEATURE MUTES SIREN WHILE VE-
HICLE IS IN PARK OR NEUTRAL.
B. RRB SWITCH IS ON.
A. PUT VEHICLE IN GEAR
B. TURN RRB SWITCH OFF
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Manufacturer Limited Warranty Policy:
Manufacturer warrants that on the date of purchase this product will conform to Manufacturer’s specifications for this product (which are
available from the Manufacturer upon request). This Limited Warranty extends for Sixty (60) months from the date of purchase.
DAMAGE TO PARTS OR PRODUCTS RESULTING FROM TAMPERING, ACCIDENT, ABUSE, MISUSE, NEGLIGENCE, UNAPPROVED MODIFICA-
TIONS, FIRE OR OTHER HAZARD; IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR OPERATION; OR NOT BEING MAINTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES SET FORTH IN MANUFACTURER’S INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VOIDS THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY.
Exclusion of Other Warranties:
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OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ARISING FROM A COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE OR TRADE PRACTICE ARE HEREBY
EXCLUDED AND SHALL NOT APPLY TO THE PRODUCT AND ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLI-
CABLE LAW. ORAL STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT THE PRODUCT DO NOT CONSTITUTE WARRANTIES.
Remedies and Limitation of Liability:
MANUFACTURER’S SOLE LIABILITY AND BUYER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), OR UNDER ANY
OTHER THEORY AGAINST MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE PRODUCT AND ITS USE SHALL BE, AT MANUFACTURER’S DISCRETION, THE
REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE PRODUCT, OR THE REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY BUYER FOR NON-CONFORMING
PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER’S LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER CLAIM RELAT-
ED TO THE MANUFACTURER’S PRODUCTS EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE PRODUCT BY BUYER AT THE TIME OF THE ORIGINAL
PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE FOR LOST PROFITS, THE COST OF SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR LABOR,
PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR OTHER SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES BASED UPON ANY CLAIM FOR BREACH OF
CONTRACT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHER CLAIM, EVEN IF MANUFACTURER OR A MANUFACTURER’S REPRESEN-
TATIVE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. MANUFACTURER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER OBLIGATION OR
LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT OR ITS SALE, OPERATION AND USE, AND MANUFACTURER NEITHER ASSUMES NOR
AUTHORIZES THE ASSUMPTION OF ANY OTHER OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH SUCH PRODUCT.
This Limited Warranty defines specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Some
jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages.
Product Returns:
If a product must be returned for repair or replacement*, please contact our factory to obtain a Return Goods Authorization Number (RGA
number) before you ship the product to Code 3®, Inc. Write the RGA number clearly on the package near the mailing label. Be sure you use
sufficient packing materials to avoid damage to the product being returned while in transit.
*Code 3®, Inc. reserves the right to repair or replace at its discretion. Code 3®, Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for expenses incurred for the removal and /or reinstallation of products requiring service and/or repair.; nor for the packaging,
handling, and shipping: nor for the handling of products returned to sender after the service has been rendered.
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