D&R ELECTRONICS RDS17S-ELITE1-R1 User manual

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RDS17S-ELITE-R1 INSTALLATION MANUAL
Model RDS17S-ELITE1-R1
RDS17S-ELITE2-R1
IMPORTANT: Carefully read ALL instructions and warnings before attempting to install and
operate this equipment.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1—UNPACKING & PRE-INSTALLATION CHECK…………………………………. Page 3
2—SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS……………………………………………………... Page 3
3—SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………………………... Page 4
4—INSTALLATION……………………………………………………………………… Page 5
5—LABELING INSTRUCTIONS……………………………………………………….. Page 6
6—RDS17S-ELITE-R1 DEFAULT CONFIGURATION…………………………..….. Page 7
7—RDS17S-ELITE-R1 TOUCHPAD BACKLIGHT QUICK SETTING…………..… Page 8
8—IMAGES………………………………………………………………………………. Page 9
REAR VIEW CONNECTORS LAYOUT………………………………………… Page 9
FRONT VIEW CONNECTORS LAYOUT………………………………………. Page 10
TOP VIEW (FUSES AND LED INDICATORS)………………………………… Page 10
9—TOUCHPAD SETUP FILE UPLOAD ERROR CODES…………………………. Page 11
10—WARRANTY & PRODUCT RETURN POLICY…………………………………. Page 12

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1. Unpacking & Pre-Installation Check
D&R Electronics Co. recommends that you open and examine all shipments within 48 hours of receipt.
The INTIMIDATOR IQ systems are shipped pre-assembled and factory tested. All necessary hardware for
standard installation is included. Use this pre-installation check list to verify your unit:
1.Confirm contents with the packing slip
2.Examine unit for damaged in transit (i.e. scratches, broken or bent connectors. etc.).
If any damage has occurred, file a claim IMMEDIATELY with the courier stating the extent of damage. Check
ALL envelopes, packing slips, shipping labels and tags before removing or destroying them.
2. Safety Considerations
The effectiveness of this system is highly dependent upon its proper installation. Please read and follow ALL
instructions provided in this manual before attempting the installation.
For proper installation of this product you must have a good understanding of automotive electrical systems
and procedures, as well as proficiency in installation and servicing of emergency vehicle sound, lighting
and warning equipment. We recommend this equipment be installed only by qualified personnel.
•DO NOT connect this system to vehicle battery until all other electrical connections have been complet-
ed, and have been checked that no short-circuits exist.
•When passing wire through compartment walls and drilling holes is required, the installer MUST check
both sides of the drilling surface before drilling. Make sure that no vehicle components could be dam-
aged by the drilling operation. Clean the holes and remove any burrs. Use a grommet of appropriate
size and sealants when passing the wires through the compartment walls.
•Looms, grommets, cable ties or other installation hardware should be used to anchor and protect wires.
•Splices should be minimized and made in a fashion so as to protect them from corrosion to minimize the
possibility of loss of conductivity over time.
•INSTALLATION OF ALL EQUIPMENT AND WIRING SHALL NOT OBSRUCT, IMPEDE OR INTER-
FERE WITH THE DEPLOYMENT OF VEHICLE AIR BAGS, OTHERWISE IT COULD POSSIBLY RE-
DUCE THE EFFECTIVENESS THE AIR BAG SYSTEM CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY (OR EVEN
DEATH) IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT.
•If using non-D&R Electronics components, such as speaker(s), be sure that they are properly rated for
the system you are installing.
•All speakers should be installed in a location that will produce minimum sound levels inside the vehicle,
while maximizing the warning signal effectiveness to oncoming traffic on the exterior of the vehicle.
•This device is intended for use by authorized personnel only. The user responsibility is to ensure that all
local, state/provincial and federal laws are being complied with. D&R assumes no liability for any loss
resulting from the use of this device.
WARNING!
The D&R Electronics INTIMIDATOR siren/light controller is an advanced microprocessor based system. Un-
like conventional systems, malfunctions and/or improper operation will result if proper installation procedures
are not followed. Refer to any accompanying diagrams and pay particular attention to WARNINGS, CAU-
TIONS and HAZARDS listed in this document. Follow instructions exactly as shown where so indicated.
HEARING HAZARDS!
Your hearing and that of others, in or near the emergency vehicle could be affected by the very loud emer-
gency sounds generated. Hearing loss or damage could result due to short-term exposure to excessively
loud sounds! Each jurisdiction (country, province/state, etc.) has specific regulations governing
exposure to sound. During installation and testing it is recommended that anyone working in the vicinity of
the vehicle to wear approved hearing protection devices.

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3. Specifications
General
Input Voltage ..........................................................11 to 16 Volts DC
Input Fuse ..............................................................60 Amps (external)
Operating Temperature Ranges ..............................-40oC to +65oC
Standby Current ......................................................50mA + 10% during IGNITION OFF time-out
….………………………..………….ØmA after time-out
Control Box Weight Control Box Physical Dimensions
Height .................................2 - 1/16” (68mm)
Single Siren………………..5.34lb / 2.42kg Width ..................................6 - 3/8” (161mm)
Dual Siren………………….7.12lb / 3.23kg Length ................................8 - 5/8” (218mm)
Siren
Operating Current ..................................................10 Amps—Single Amplifier
Frequency Range ..................................................700 to 1640 Hz (nominal)
Cycle Rate
Wail ............................................................20 cycles/min
Yelp ............................................................200 cycles/min
Stinger ........................................................800 cycles/min
Nominal Voltage Output .........................................52V p-p (11Ω load)
Audio Frequency Response ..................................100 – 4000 Hz + 3dB
Audio Distortion .....................................................10% or less
Audio Output Power ...............................................32 watts
Siren Output Power………………………………....100 Watts
NOTE: TOTAL current draw not to exceed 60A including siren
Current Outputs
PLUG 1
Pin 4……………….OUTPUT #1…… 20 Amp Max. (fused 20A)
PLUG 2
Pin 2……………….OUTPUT #1…….10 Amp Max. (fused 15A)
Pin 3………………..OUTPUT #2………………...10 Amp Max. (fused)
Pin 4………………..OUTPUT #3………………...10 Amp Max. (fused)
Pin 5………………..OUTPUT #4………………...10 Amp Max. (fused)
Pin 6………………..OUTPUT #5………………...10 Amp Max. (fused)
Pin 7………………..OUTPUT #6………………...10 Amp Max. (fused)
Pin 8………………..OUTPUT #7………………...10 Amp Max. (fused)
Pin 9………………..OUTPUT #8………………...10 Amp Max. (fused)
PLUG 3
Pin 1………………..OUTPUT #9………………...2 Amp Max.
Pin 2………………..OUTPUT #10……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 3………………..OUTPUT #11……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 4………………..OUTPUT #12……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 5………………..OUTPUT #13……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 6………………..OUTPUT #14……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 7………………..OUTPUT #15……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 8………………..OUTPUT #16……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 9………………..OUTPUT #17……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 10………………OUTPUT #18……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 11………………OUTPUT #19……………….2 Amp Max.
Pin 12………………OUTPUT #20……………….2 Amp Max.
NOTE: Do not use
both OUT 1 pins at
the same time.

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4. Installation
CONNECTOR #1
PIN 1 — Connect a BLACK 10 AWG wire to battery GROUND.
PIN 2 — Connect a RED 10 AWG wire to the POSITIVE side of the battery, using a 60A breaker.
PIN 3 — Connect a RED 10 AWG wire to the POSITIVE side of the battery, using the same 60A breaker
as PIN 2.
PIN 4 — OUTPUT 1, 20A MAX
NOTE: If this pin is used then OUTPUT 1 on CONNECTOR 2, PIN 2 cannot be used.
CONNECTOR #2
PIN 1 — Connect a 16 AWG wire to +12V IGNITION feed. This feed is used to turn ON the system.
PIN 2 — OUTPUT 1, 10A MAX
NOTE: If this pin is used then OUTPUT 1 on CONNECTOR 1, PIN 4 cannot be used.
PIN 3 — OUTPUT 2, 10A MAX
PIN 4 — OUTPUT 3, 10A MAX
PIN 5 — OUTPUT 4, 10A MAX
PIN 6 — OUTPUT 5, 10A MAX
PIN 7 — OUTPUT 6, 10A MAX
PIN 8 — OUTPUT 7, 10A MAX
PIN 9 — OUTPUT 8, 10A MAX
CONNECTOR #3
PIN 1 — OUTPUT 9, 2A MAX
PIN 2 — OUTPUT 10, 2A MAX
PIN 3 — OUTPUT 11, 2A MAX
PIN 4 — OUTPUT 12, 2A MAX
PIN 5 — OUTPUT 13, 2A MAX
PIN 6 — OUTPUT 14, 2A MAX
PIN 7 — OUTPUT 15, 2A MAX
PIN 8 — OUTPUT 16, 2A MAX
PIN 9 — OUTPUT 17, 2A MAX
PIN 10 — OUTPUT 18, 2A MAX
PIN 11 — OUTPUT 19, 2A MAX
PIN 12 — GROUND OUTPUT 20, 8A MAX
CONNECTOR #4 - expander control cable OUTPUT 21 to 30
CONNECTOR #5 - expander control cable OUTPUT 31 to 40
NOTE: The expanders are optional modules in case extra outputs are needed. There are 2
different expander modules:
IQEXP-LC 10 OUTPUTS @ 2A each
IQEXP-HC 4 OUTPUTS @ 20A each & 6 OUTPUTS @ 10A each

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CONNECTOR #6
PIN 1 — SIREN #1 SPEAKER
PIN 2 — SIREN #1 SPEAKER
PIN 3 — SIREN #2 SPEAKER (optional)
PIN 4 — SIREN #2 SPEAKER (optional)
PIN 5 — HORN
PIN 6 — HORN RING
PIN 7 — RADIO input
PIN 8 — RADIO input
CONNECTOR #7
PIN 1, 9, 10 — N/A
PIN 2 — PARK KILL input, default GROUND control. Optional posi-
tive control, see the software manual.
PIN 3 — +12V input from battery, feed used to measure the battery voltage.
PIN 4 TO 8 — logic inputs, default +12V triggers. Optional programmable to GROUND triggers, see
the software manual.
CONNECTOR #8, 9, 10, 11— data input used to connect touchpad, lightbar or temperature sensors.
CONNECTOR #12 — 8 Pins: Inputs 9 to 16, ground activated ONLY.
RADIO VOLUME ADJUSTMENT
MICROPHONE VOLUME ADJUSTMENT
MICROPHONE JACK
5. LABELING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove the Slide Switch red knob.
2. Using a small flat screwdriver, depress the side tabs and separate the front cover from the back cover.
3. Select the appropriate push button label from the enclosed label packet.
4. Orient the label in the same direction as the existing top row labels and with the top cover resting on a
flat surface, press it on.
5. Apply all required labels in the same way.
6. When all required labels are installed, re-install the front cover.
7. Install the Slide Switch red knob.
HORN / HORN RING relay connection

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6. RDS17S-ELITE-R1 DEFAULT TOUCHPAD CONFIGURATION
The touchpad setup is a standard factory default. For setup changes refer to the software manual for program-
ming. The labels can be rearranged as per customer’s preference.
SLIDE SWITCH 1 — Activates STBY, Output 1 continuous ON and the rear of the lightbar.
SLIDE SWITCH 2— Activates SLIDE SWITCH 1 and Output 2 continuous ON and the front of the lightbar.
SLIDE SWITCH 3 — Activates SLIDE SWITCH 2 AND INTERSECTION LIGHTS button.
INTERSECTION LIGHTS — Activates Output 3 continuous ON and the intersection of the lightbar.
HEAD LT. FLASH — Activates Output 4 & 5 flashing.
LEFT ALLEY — Activates Output 6 continuous ON and the left alley of the lightbar.
RIGHT ALLEY — Activates Output 7 continuous ON and the right alley of the lightbar.
TAKE DOWN — Activates Output 8 continuous ON and the take down of the lightbar.
ANTI-THEFT — Activates Output 12 MOMENTARY, with IGNITION ON only.
STBY/PA — Momentary AIR HORN (optional can be programmed to momentary WAIL).
INTER-CLEAR — Activates the INTER-CLEAR tone.
NOTE: - Activates the MULTI-TONE tone when the system is configured with dual siren amplifier.
WAIL — Activates the WAIL tone.
YELP — Activates the YELP tone.
STINGER — Activates the STINGER tone.
MANUAL — Activates momentary the WAIL tone.
AIR HORN — Activates momentary the AIR HORN tone.
HANDS FREE— The Hands-Free mode is activated when STBY or any of the siren tones is selected using
the ROTARY switch. A first press of the horn ring it will activate the WAIL tone. A second press it will
activate the YELP tone. A third press it will activate the STINGER tone. A fourth press it will activate
again the WAIL tone. This cycle continues until the user deactivates the Hands-Free mode. Pressing
the horn ring twice, in a quick succession, when STBY is selected it will turn OFF the siren tone and
sets the system into Hands-Free ready mode. Pressing the horn ring twice, in a quick succession,
when any of the siren tones is selected it will activate the siren tone selected by the ROTARY switch
and sets the system into Hands-Free ready mode. Moving the rotary switch from the STBY or any of
the siren tones position will turn OFF the siren tone and deactivates the Hands-Free mode.
CONTROL — Activates Output 9 as 9 second timer, with IGNITION ON only.
ARROW DIRECT — Activates Output 13 & Output 14 as 2 trigger traffic director:
LEFT ARROW—Output 13 continuous ON.
RIGHT ARROW—Output 14 continuous ON.
CENTER OUT—Output 13 & Output 14 continuous ON.

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7. RDS17S-ELITE-R1 TOUCHPAD BACKLIGHT QUICK SETTING
The RDS17S-ELITE-R1 system provides a 6 level quick adjustment for the touchpad backlight.
To make a quick adjustment of the touchpad backlight follow these steps:
Step 1: Press and hold down SW1.
Step 2: After 3 seconds the backlight quick adjustment is enabled. Keep holding down SW1.
Step 3: Every couple of seconds the touchpad will beep and change the backlight to the next intensity
level. Once the highest level is reached it will start a new cycle by selecting the lowest backlight
level.
Step 4: Once the desired backlight level is selected, release SW1. The new backlight level is saved and
the touchpad will resume the normal operation.

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8. IMAGES
IQ-CONTROL BOX REAR VIEW
Figure 1: Input / Output Layout
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IQ-CONTROL BOX FRONT VIEW
IQ-CONTROL BOX TOP VIEW
Figure 3: IQ-Control Box
Output LED Indicators And Output fuses
Figure 2
CONNECTOR #10
CONNECTOR #11
CONNECTOR # 12

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9. TOUCHPAD FILE UPLOAD ERROR CODES
○ OFF LED TP
● ON LED TP
# Error Name Error Descripon TP BUTTON LED
1 FIELD_COUNT TPP le elds counts is wrong, le content is wrong
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2 INVALID_VERSION TPP le version is wrong
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3 WRONG_TOUCHPAD TPP le is dened wrong TouchPad type
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4 UNEXPECTED_RECORD TPP le unexpected record exist, le content is wrong
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5 LIGHTBAR_COMM TouchPad has no communicaon with LightBar
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6 RELAY_COMM TouchPad has no communicaon with Relay Board
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7 FILE_ERR TPP le read / write error
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8 USB_ERR Detect USB thumb drive error
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9 MEMORY_ERR Read USB thumb error
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10 FILE_NOT_FOUND There is no TPP le in USB thumb
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11 RA_MESG_ERR Road Alert Message Board communicaon error
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15 FILE_OK TPP le upload successful. No error
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D & R Electronics warrants its new products to be free from defects in material and workman-
ship, under normal use and service for a period of three years on parts replacement.
This warranty applies only to original purchasers acquiring the product directly from D&R
Electronics, or its authorized dealers. Warranty will not be recognized without proof of
purchase or bill of sale.
This warranty is not transferable.
The warranty begins on the date of delivery to the first user/purchaser.
This warranty shall not apply to products which must be repaired due to normal wear and tear,
negligence, improper installation, abuse, misuse, or which have been altered or modified at a
facility other than D & R Electronics, or its authorized depot centers.
Units proved to be defective within the warranty period, based on an examination by D&R
Electronics, will be replaced or repaired at D & R Electronics’ option. This warranty does not
cover travel expenses or labor charges for removal or installation.
Lamps, flash tubes, batteries or other items considered consumables are not covered under
warranty.
This warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties. D&R Electronics makes no warranties,
expressed or implied, other than the express warranties contained herein.
WARRANTY
PRODUCT RETURN POLICY
In order to provide you with faster service, product returns for repair or replacement, must
have a Return Goods Authorization Number (RGA number). Please contact our company to
obtain a RGA number before you return the product to D & R ELECTRONICS. Write the RGA
number clearly on the exterior of the package. Be sure you use sufficient packing materials to
avoid damage to the product being returned while in transit.
D & R ELECTRONICS assumes no responsibility or liability for expenses incurred for the
removal and/or the installation of products requiring service and/or repair. Repairing or
replacing product is at the discretion of D & R ELECTRONICS.
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