Federal Signal Corporation XStream XSM Series Quick guide

Installation and Service Instructions
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Rev A5 0822
Printed in U.S.A.
© Copyright 2017-2022 Federal Signal Corporation
XStream®Interior Light
Models XSMxx-xxx

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Safety Messages
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Safety Messages
Safety Messages to Installers and Users of Warning Light Equipment
People’s lives depend on your proper installation and operation of Federal Signal
products. It is important to read and follow all instructions shipped with this
product and the original product. Listed below are some other important safety
instructions and precautions you should follow:
• To properly install this light, you must have a good understanding of
automotive electrical procedures and systems, along with proficiency in the
installation and service of safety warning equipment. Always refer to the
vehicle’s service manuals when installing equipment on a vehicle.
• DO NOT install equipment or route wiring in the deployment path of an airbag.
• When drilling into a vehicle structure, ensure that both sides of the surface are
clear of anything that could be damaged.
• For the light to function properly, a separate ground connection must be
made. If practical, it should be connected to the negative battery terminal.
At a minimum, it may be attached to a solid metal body or chassis part that
provides an eective ground path.
• Locate the light control so the VEHICLE and CONTROL can be operated safely
under all driving conditions.
• The eectiveness of an interior mounted warning light depends on the clarity,
the tinting, and the angle of the glass it is placed behind. Tinting, dirt, defects,
and steeply angled glass reduce the light output of the warning light. This may
reduce the eectiveness of the light as a warning signal. If your vehicle has dirty,
tinted, or steeply angles glass, use extra caution when driving your vehicle or
blocking the right of way with your vehicle.
• Do not attempt to activate or deactivate the light control while driving in a
hazardous situation.
• Frequently inspect the light to ensure that it is operating properly and that it is
securely attached to the vehicle.
• This product contains high-intensity LED devices. To prevent eye damage, DO
NOT stare into the light beam at close range.
• After installation, test the lights to ensure that they are operating properly.
• If a vehicle seat is temporarily removed, verify with the vehicle manufacturer if
the seat needs to be recalibrated for proper airbag deployment.

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Product Overview
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• After testing is complete, provide a copy of these instructions to the
instructional sta and all operating personnel.
• File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining and/or
reinstalling the product.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property
damage, serious injury, or death.
Product Overview
The SpectraLux®XStream®LED Series light heads are low-current warning lights
that are mounted only on the inside of the vehicle. The light head uses Solaris®
LED reflector technology to provide a bright and eective secondary warning
signal. XStream models have 18 LEDs per head that can be ordered in various
color combinations with a clear lens. Wire lead (Sync) and accessory plug models
are available.
All XStream models are designed for use with all Federal Signal switch controllers.
The XStream is supplied with hardware for mounting the light head horizontally
on the vehicle deck or dash. Additional bracket kits are available. The light heads
have an operating temperature of –30º C to +65º C (–22º F to +149º F).
Unpacking the Product
After unpacking the product, inspect it for damage that may have occurred in
transit. If it has been damaged, do not attempt to install or operate it. File a claim
immediately with the carrier, stating the extent of damage. Carefully check all
envelopes, shipping labels, and tags before removing or destroying them. Ensure
that the parts in the Kit Contents list are included in the package. If you are
missing any parts, contact Customer Support at 1-800-264-3578, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday (Central Time).
Table 1 XStream Single Kit Contents*
Qty. Description Part Number
1 Visor, Long Single 861301423
1 Visor, Medium, Single 861301922
1 Visor, Short, Single 861301923
2Screw, #8, 48-2, Plastite Equivalent, 6-Lobe, Steel,
Black, Zinc 70000705-05
2 Screw, #10, Type B, Pan-Head,TORX Steel, Black, Zinc 7011246-06
2 Lockwasher, #10, Internal Tooth, Steel 7075A014
2 Suction Cup 8613121
1 Bail Bracket 861301751
1 Pivot Bracket 861301910

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Table 2 XStream®Dual Kit Contents*
Qty. Description Part Number
1 Visor, Long Dual 861301424
1 Visor, Medium, Dual 861301924
1 Visor, Short, Dual 861301925
2Screw, #8, 48-2, Plastite Equivalent, 6-Lobe, Steel,
Black, Zinc 70000705-05
2 Screw, #10, Type B, Pan Head,TORX Steel, Black, Zinc 7011246-06
2 Lockwasher, #10, Internal Tooth, Steel 7075A014
2 Suction Cup 8613121
1 Bail Bracket 861301751
1 Bracket, Pivot 861301910
*User-supplied hardware is required to permanently mount the light
Figure 1 XStream suction cup mounting
Bail
Bracket
Pivot
Bracket
Suction
Cup (2)
#10 Pan Head
Screw (2)
Lock Washer (2)
#8 Pan Head
Screw (2)
Visor

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Installing the Light Heads
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Figure 2 XStream bracket-mounting
Visor
#8 Pan Head
Screw (2)
#10 Pan Head
Screw (2)
Lockwasher (2)
Bail
Bracket
Pivot
Bracket
Installing the Light Heads
AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT: Do not install equipment or route wiring in the
deployment path of an airbag. Failure to observe this warning will reduce the
effectiveness of the airbag or potentially dislodge the equipment, causing
serious injury or death.
LIGHT OUTPUT COMPLIANCE: This product is intended for supplemental
warning in conjunction with an approved primary warning light system.
Consult local codes and regulations to determine if the power supply/light
head combination complies with the horizontal or vertical mount position
required in your application. Failure to follow this warning could result in
reducing the light output and its effectiveness as a warning system.
LIGHT HAZARD: To be an effective warning device, this product produces
bright light that can be hazardous to your eyesight when viewed at a close
range. Do not stare directly into this lighting product at a close range, or
permanent damage to your eyesight may occur.
Before installing the lights, read all instructions and plan all wiring and cable
routing. To secure and protect the wiring, use grommets, wire ties, looms, and
cable mounts (installer-supplied) as needed.

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Mounting the Light Head in a Vehicle
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To install the light heads:
1. Optional: Set a light head to control the flash patterns of one or more light
heads in the XStream®system.
2. Mount the XStream system to the vehicle. See Mounting the Light Head in a
Vehicle below.
3. Wire the XStream system to the vehicle.
4. Select a flash pattern for the controller light head.
Mounting the Light Head in a Vehicle
The light is installed using the supplied bracket and screws or suction cups.
Determine the mounting position appropriate for the installation, and then select
the applicable mounting method.
Mounting the Light with Suction Cups
SUCTION CUPS ARE FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY: Suction cup mounting
is for temporary applications only. This unit should be removed from the
vehicle and stored securely when not in use. Temperature changes and
sunlight can cause suction cups to lose holding power. Periodically check
the unit to ensure that the suction cups have a rm grip on the mounting
surface. An improperly secured light could fall off the windshield, causing
injury and damage.
To mount the light with suction cups:
1. Attach the appropriate visor to the light head. Press the visor firmly until it
snaps into place. See Figure 1 on page 4.
2. Attach the suction cups to the bracket.
3. Attach the pivot bracket to the light head using the supplied #8 pan-head
screws. Do not overtighten.
4. Attach the bail bracket to the pivot bracket with the supplied #10 pan-head
screws and lockwashers. The lockwashers go between the bail and the pivot
bracket.
5. Apply the suction cups to the glass.

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Wiring and Programming the Light
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Mounting the Light with the Bracket
To mount the light with a bracket:
1. Select a mounting location for the light and best orientation of the brackets.
2. Attach the appropriate visor to the light head. Press the visor firmly to snap it
into place. See Figures 1 and 2 starting on page 4.
3. Attach the pivot bracket to the light head using the supplied #8 pan head
screws. Do not overtighten.
4. Attach the bail bracket to the pivot bracket with the supplied #10 pan head
screws and lockwashers. The lockwashers go between the bail and the pivot
bracket.
5. Attach the bail bracket to the vehicle using the appropriate user-supplied
hardware.
Wiring and Programming the Light
XStream®lights are available as accessory plug or synchronizable models.
Wire Functions of Cigarette Plug Models
RED WIRE: Memory 1 (to + Vdc) (red switch on cigarette plug)
WHITE WIRE: Steady Flood (to +Vdc) (green switch on cigarette plug)
Dual head only: Press S1 to change which heads are steady flood.
Accessory plug models are distinguished by the letter C in the part number.
Wire Functions of Synchronizable Models
Sync models have three additional wires:
BROWN WIRE: Memory 2 (to +Vdc)
GREEN WIRE: Sync/Program
To synchronize the lights, set them to the same color mode and flash pattern and
connect the green wires. Do not sync patterns 8, 9, or 10.
BLACK WIRE: GND (to – chassis ground)

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Conguring the Light
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Color Designations
The color codes in the model number correspond to the colors listed below:
For example Model XSM1-BRW
COLOR1 = B(Blue)
COLOR2 = R(Red)
COLOR3 = W(White)
Code List: B= Blue, R= Red, W= White, A= Amber, G= Green
Conguring the Light
Two recessed switches in the side of the housing enable you to configure how the
light operates. Switch S1 displays and sets the flash pattern. Switch S2 displays and
sets the color mode. You can also configure the light for Low Power Mode. A small
precision screwdriver or paperclip is required to access the switches. See Figure 3.
Figure 3 Recessed switch locations in housing
S1 Selector Switch
For Flash Pattern
S2 Selector
Switch For Color
To select an action in Table 3, press S1 for the duration listed in the Seconds column.
To confirm your selection, the LEDs respond as shown in the table. For a list of flash
patterns, see Table 4.
Table 3 S1 Flash Pattern Selection Switch
Seconds COLOR 1 LED
Response
Action
0–1 Bright Next Pattern
1–3 Dim Previous Pattern
3–5 Low *Low Power
5+ Bright Reset to Pattern 1
*Low Power Mode is disabled when the operator switches to another flash pattern.

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Conguring the Light
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USE THE DIMMING/LOW POWER FUNCTION PROPERLY: Enabling the
Low Power function in the light bar may cause the light output to fall below
certain light output standards and guidelines for emergency warning lights.
Use extreme caution when using this function. Ensure that the ambient
light conditions are low enough that you are seen and that the reduction of
glare from the light bar is safer than full light output in the situation. Failure
to heed this warning may result in serious injury or death to you or others
in your vicinity.
Table 4 Flash patterns
1 Triple 92.3 14 Double 120*
2 Triple 90 15 Triple 80*
3 Single 122 16 Triple 120*
4 Single 75* 17 Quad 60*
5 Single 90* 18 Quad 75*
6 Single 113* 19 Quad 95*
7 Cruise w/ Flicker 20 FedPulse Quad 75*
8Random Time 21 Quint 75*
9 Random Common* 22 7X
10 Steady 23 Single Quad*
11 Single 75* 24 Decelerating
12 Single 120*
25 Accelerating
13 Double 80*
*Conforms to California Title 13
Table 5 S2 Flashing Modes
Seconds COLOR 2 LED Response Action
0–1 Bright Next COLOR Mode
1–3 Dim Previous COLOR mode
3–5 Low Toggle Sync Simultaneous, Alternate
5–7 Bright Toggle Pattern All, Split**
7–9 Dim Swap Colors (COLOR Modes 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10)
9+ Low Reset Switch 2 settings to default
**Pattern 17 (Steady Half 75) is split by default. No split option for
FedPulse 75 and Cruise patterns

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Instructions to Use with Flash Pattern Helper
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Table 6 S2 Color Modes
Color
Mode
Single Head Dual Head 1 Dual Head 2 Description
1Color 1, 2, 3 Color 1, 2, 3 Color 1, 2, 3 Heads ash COLOR1, COLOR2,
and COLOR3
2Color 1 Color 1 Color 1 Heads ash COLOR1
3Color 2 Color 2 Color 2 Heads ash COLOR2
4Color 3 Color 3 Color 3 Heads ash COLOR3
5Color 1, 2 Color 1, 2 Color 1, 2 Heads ash COLOR1 and
COLOR2***
6Color 1, 3 Color 1, 3 Color 1, 3 Heads ash COLOR1 and
COLOR3***
7Color 2, 3 Color 2, 3 Color 2, 3 Heads ash COLOR2 and
COLOR3***
8Color 1
(duplicates 2)
Color 1 Color 2 Head 1 ashes COLOR1, Head 2
ashes COLOR2***
9Color 1
(duplicates 2)
Color 1 Color 3 Head 1 ashes COLOR1, Head 2
ashes COLOR3***
10 Color 2
(duplicates 3)
Color 2 Color 3 Head 1 ashes COLOR2, Head 2
ashes COLOR3***
***Use Swap Colors function to reverse. (Table 5).
Instructions to Use with Flash Pattern Helper
For the flash pattern, connect the SYNC/green wire to the FP port:
1. Set the MODE to AUTO.
2. Set the flash pattern number to the desired setting. See Table 4 on
page9.
3. Press START.
For other settings:
1. Set the Mode to AUTO.
2. Set the flash pattern number to the desired setting. see Table 7 on
page11.
3. Press START.

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Cleaning the Light Heads
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Table 7 Flash Pattern Helper patterns
Flash Pattern # Description
31-40 Sets Color
41 Pattern all
42 Pattern split
43 SYNC Master
44 SYNC Alt
45 COLOR Mode 5-7: Default
46 COLOR Mode 5-7: Swap Colors
47 Brightness High
48 Brightness Low
Cleaning the Light Heads
CRAZING HAZARD: Crazed, cracked, or faded domes or reectors reduce
the light output and the effectiveness of the lighting system. Tops or
reectors showing this type of aging must be replaced. Failure to follow
this warning may result in bodily injury or death to you or others.
CLEANING SOLUTION WARNING: The use of cleaning solutions, such as
strong detergents, solvents, and petroleum products, can cause crazing
(cracking) of the domes and reectors. Failure to follow this warning can
damage the domes and reectors and may result in bodily injury or death
to you or others.
Periodically cleaning the XStream®lenses using proper procedures and compatible
cleaners will prolong their service life. Use a mild soap and lukewarm water lightly
applied on a soft cloth to gently clean the plastic surfaces. To avoid damaging
the polycarbonate lenses, do not use heavy pressure or cleaners that are caustic,
abrasive, or petroleum-based. To remove fine scratches and haze, use a specialty
plastic cleaner/polish and a soft cloth. You can also use a high quality automotive
paste cleaner/wax that is non-abrasive.
Getting Technical Support
For technical support, please contact:
Federal Signal Corporation
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

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Getting Repair Service
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Getting Repair Service
The Federal Signal factory provides technical assistance with any problems that
cannot be handled locally.
Any units returned to returned to Federal Signal for service, inspection, or repair
must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization (RMA). Obtain an
RMA from a Local Distributor or Manufacturer’s Representative. Provided a brief
explanation of the service requested or the nature of the malfunction.
Address all communications to the following address.
Federal Signal Corporation
Service Department
2645 Federal Signal Drive
University Park IL 60484-3167
Limited Warranty
This product is subject to and covered by a limited warranty, a copy of which can
be found at www.fedsig.com/SSG-Warranty. A copy of this limited warranty can
also be obtained by written request to Federal Signal Corporation,
2645 Federal Signal Drive, University Park, IL 60484, email to [e-mail] or
call [phone].
This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied,
contractual or statutory, including, but not limited to the warranty of
merchantability, warranty of fitness for a particular purpose and any warranty
against failure of its essential purpose.
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