Federal Signal Corporation Vision SLR Series Manual

Installation, Maintenance,
and Service Manual
2562678A
REV. A 212
Printed in U.S.A.
3-Pod and
Split Vision SLR™Lightbars

Solaris is a registered trademark of Federal Signal Corp.
Vision SLR is a trademark of Federal Signal Corp.
Torx is a registered trademarks of Accument Intellectual Properties, LLC
Plexis is a registered tradenark of Gaymar Industries, Inc.
Opticom is a trademark of Global Trafc Technologies, LLC

Contents
CHAPTER 1 Safety Messages for Installers and Operators................................................5
Safety Messages to Installers of Warning Light Equipment.....................................................................5
Safety Message to Operators of Warning Light Equipment .....................................................................8
CHAPTER 2 An Overview of the 3-Pod and Split Vision Lightbars ....................................9
LED Lights and Colors.............................................................................................................................9
LED Flash Rates and Positions.................................................................................................................9
Control Options ........................................................................................................................................9
Dimensions .............................................................................................................................................10
Light Specications ................................................................................................................................10
CHAPTER 3 Preparing for the Lightbar Installation........................................................... 11
Unpacking the Lightbar .......................................................................................................................... 11
Determining the Mounting Location and Wire Routings ....................................................................... 11
CHAPTER 4 Wiring the Lightbar in the Vehicle ..................................................................13
Connecting Power to the Lightbar .........................................................................................................13
Wiring the Control Cable for the Standard VSLR Lightbar...................................................................14
Wiring the Controls for White Light and Rear Light Cutoff .................................................................15
CHAPTER 5 Programming Flash Patterns..........................................................................16
Programming Primary Mode ..................................................................................................................16
Programming Secondary Mode ..............................................................................................................17
CHAPTER 6 Maintaining and Servicing the Lightbar.........................................................21
Cleaning the Lightbar Domes.................................................................................................................21
Replacing a Dome...................................................................................................................................22
Replacing a Pod ......................................................................................................................................23
Replacing a Lightbar Controller .............................................................................................................25
Troubleshooting the Lightbar .................................................................................................................29
Getting Technical Support and Service ..................................................................................................29
Ordering Replacement Parts ...................................................................................................................30
Returning a Product to Federal Signal....................................................................................................30

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Figures
Figure 6.1 Dome removal and replacement ...............................................................................................22
Figure 6.2 Pods rotated for removal...........................................................................................................24
Figure 6.3 Location of VSLR3 PCBA .......................................................................................................26
Figure 6.4 Location of VSLR3 PCBA .......................................................................................................27
Figure 6.5 Location of VSLR8 PCBA .......................................................................................................28
Contents
Table 4.1 Functions of 2-conductor power cable and 6-conductor control cable ......................................15
Table 5.1 Legends for VSLR flash patterns ...............................................................................................17
Table 5.2 3-Pod VSLR Flash Patterns........................................................................................................18
Table 5.3 6-Pod VSLR Flash Patterns........................................................................................................19
Table 5.4 8-Pod VSLR Flash Patterns........................................................................................................20
Table 6.1 Troubleshooting tips ...................................................................................................................29
Table 6.2 Replacement parts ......................................................................................................................30

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CHAPTER 1
Safety Messages for Installers and Operators
For your safety, read and understand this manual thoroughly before installing, operating, and servicing
the Vision SLR™ lightbar. The safety messages presented in this chapter and throughout the manual are
reminders to exercise extreme care at all times. In addition, read and understand the safety instructions to
installers (doc. no. 256A692), and keep it close at hand for reference.
To download copies of this manual, go to www.fedsig.com or call the Federal Signal Service Department
at 1-800-433-9132, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (CT).
Safety Messages to Installers of Warning Light Equipment
People’s lives depend on your proper installation and servicing of Federal Signal products. It is important
to read and follow all instructions shipped with this product. In addition, listed below are some other
important safety instructions and precautions you should follow:
Before Installation
Qualications
• To properly install or service this equipment, you must have a good understanding of automotive
mechanical and electrical procedures and systems along with prociency in the installation and service
of safety warning equipment. Always refer to the vehicle service manuals when performing equipment
installations on a vehicle.
Light Hazards
• 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.
• Do not install the light system in an area that would block, impair, or blind the driver’s vision. Ensure
that the light system is mounted in a position that is outside of the driver’s eld of vision, so the driver
can safely operate the vehicle.
• Federal Signal power supplies and lightheads are designed to work together as a system. Combining
lightheads and a power supply from different manufacturers may reduce the warning effectiveness of
the lighting system and may damage the components. You should verify or test your combination to
ensure the system works together and meets federal, state, and local standards or guidelines.

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Electrical Hazards
• A light system is a high current system. In order for the system to function properly, a separate
negative (–) connection and positive (+) connection must be made. All negative connections should
be connected to the negative battery terminal and a suitable fuse should be installed on the positive
battery terminal connection as close to the battery as possible. Ensure that all wires and fuses are rated
correctly to handle the device and system amperage requirements.
• Never attempt to install aftermarket equipment that connects to the vehicle wiring without reviewing a
vehicle wiring diagram available from the vehicle manufacturer. Ensure that your installation will not
affect vehicle operation or mandated safety functions or circuits. Always check the vehicle for proper
operation after installation.
• The lighting system components, especially light bulbs, strobe tubes, LEDs, and the outer housing, get
hot during operation. Be sure to disconnect power to the system and allow the system to cool down
before handling any components of the system.
• Do not mount a radio antenna within 18 inches (45.7 cm) of the lighting system. Placing the antenna
too close to the lighting system could cause the lighting system to malfunction or be damaged by
strong radio elds. Mounting the antenna too close to the lighting system may also cause the radio
noise emitted from the lighting system to interfere with the reception of the radio transmitter and
reduce radio reception.
• Do not attempt to wash any unsealed electrical device while it is connected to its power source.
During Installation and Service
• A light system is a high current system. Disconnect ALL power to the lightbar before any maintenance
is performed. Failure to do so may result in property damage, serious injury, or death.
• DO NOT get metal shavings inside the product. Metal shavings in the product can cause the system to
fail. If drilling must be done near the unit, place an ESD-approved cover over the unit. Inspect the unit
after mounting to be sure there are no shavings present in or near the unit.
• To avoid a battery explosion, always disconnect the negative battery cable rst and reconnect it last.
Avoid causing a spark when connecting near or to the battery. The gases produced by a battery can
caused a battery explosion that could result in vehicle damage and serious injury.
• DO NOT connect this system to the vehicle battery until ALL other electrical connections are made,
mounting of all components is complete, and you have veried that no shorts exist. If the wiring is
shorted to the vehicle body or frame, high current conductors can cause hazardous sparks resulting in
electrical res or ying molten metal.
• DO NOT install equipment or route wiring (or the plug-in cord) in the deployment path of an airbag.
• If a vehicle seat is temporarily removed, verify with the vehicle manufacturer if the seat needs to be
recalibrated for proper airbag deployment.
• Before mounting any components, check the manual to be sure that the component you are installing
is suitable for use in that area of the vehicle. Many components are not suitable for use in the engine
compartment or other extreme environmental exposure areas.

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• When drilling into a vehicle structure, be sure that both sides of the surface are clear of anything
that could be damaged. Remove all burrs from drilled holes. To prevent electrical shorts, grommet
all drilled holes through which wiring passes. Also, ensure that the mounting screws do not cause
electrical or mechanical damage to the vehicle.
• Refer to the manual packed with the lighting system for proper electrical connections, additional
precautions, and information.
• To avoid denting the roof of the vehicle, place the lightbar mounting feet as close to the outer edge of
the roof as possible.
• Roof damage can occur if the hook adjustment bolts are over-tightened. On Arjent lightbars tighten the
hook-adjustment bolts 10 ft-lb to 11 ft-lb. On all other lightbars tighten the adjustment bolts 6 ft-lb to
7 ft-lb. Install keeper plates.
• Locate the light system controls so the VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be operated safely under all
driving conditions.
After Installation or Service
• After installation, test the light system to ensure that it is operating properly.
• To ensure proper operation, test all vehicle functions, including horn operation, vehicle safety
functions, and vehicle light systems. Ensure that the installation has not affected the vehicle operation
or changed any vehicle safety function or circuit.
• Scratched or dull reectors, mirrors, or domes will reduce the effectiveness of the lighting system.
Avoid heavy pressure and use of caustic or petroleum based products when cleaning the lighting
system. Replace any optical components that may have been scratched or crazed during system
installation.
• Do not attempt to activate or de-activate the light system control while driving in a hazardous
situation.
• You should frequently inspect the light system to ensure that it is operating properly and that it is
securely attached to the vehicle.
• After installation and testing are complete, provide a copy of these instructions to instructional staff
and all operating personnel.
• File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining and/or re installing the product.
Failure to follow these precautions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death.

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Safety Message to Operators of Warning Light Equipment
People’s lives depend on your safe use of our products. Listed below are some important safety
instructions and precautions you should follow:
• Do not attempt to activate or de-activate the light system control while driving in a hazardous
situation.
• Although your warning system is operating properly, it may not be completely effective. People may
not see or heed your warning signal. You must recognize this fact and continue driving cautiously.
• Also, situations may occur which obstruct your warning signal when natural and man-made objects are
between your vehicle and others, such as raising your hood or trunk lid. If these situations occur, be
especially careful.
• All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds that may cause, in certain situations, permanent
hearing loss. You and your passengers should consider taking appropriate safety precautions, such as
wearing hearing protection.
• In order 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.
• It is important that you fully understand how to safely operate this warning system before use.
• You should only operate your vehicle and its light/sound system in accordance with your department’s
Standard Operating Procedures.
• If a selected function does not perform properly or if any of the lamps remain illuminated when the
control is off, disconnect the power connector from the control unit and contact the nearest service
center.
• At the start of your shift, you should ensure that the entire warning light system and the siren system is
securely attached and operating properly.
• Ensure that the mounting surface is at.
Failure to follow these precautions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death.

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CHAPTER 2
An Overview of the 3-Pod and Split Vision Lightbars
The 3-Pod and Split Vision SLR are rotating LED lightbars, employing xed LED boards and
rotating Solaris® S2 reectors. V-shaped construction lets the Vision SLR warning system maximize
light warning efciency at crucial intersection angles. The individual domes are shaped to eliminate
critical dome angles, which reect rather than transmit light in other lightbars, signicantly improving
light transmission (brightness). Vision SLR continues and improves its predecessor’s revolutionary
aerodynamic styling to provide superior vehicle fuel efciency and top speed.
LED Lights and Colors
The LED pods are positioned to provide 360-degree coverage. The warning system’s LED pods are
available in multicolor. Exclusive to Federal Signal, Spectralux technology provides for entirely new
color combinations. One pod can have more than one color, for example, rotating red, then switching to
blue, and then to white when the takedown function is activated. Single color pods are also available.
All pods are Smart Pods and are pre-programmed to provide a wide selection of warning light patterns.
Pattern selection can be performed during or after installation.
LED Flash Rates and Positions
Quiet, smooth, precise, and efcient positioning stepper motors control the Solaris S2 reectors and
have a longer life than conventional DC motors. The motors provides a variety of ash rate options and
oscillation angles. In addition, each reector allows two LEDs to shine upward for the aerial location of
the vehicle. The lightbar is protected against reverse damage. The Vision SLR lightbar may be installed in
any vehicle with a 12 Vdc NEGATIVE-ground electrical system.
Control Options
The lightbar is completely wired at the factory and does not require any additional internal wiring. All the
conductors necessary to control the functions of the lightbar are contained in the 2-conductor power cable
and 6-conductor control cable.
Other advanced features of the Vision SLR lightbar include:
• A high degree of reliability through the use of advanced microprocessors and other integrated
circuits.
• Modular construction with easily replaceable pods and domes to greatly reduce spare parts inventory.
• High output, long-life LEDs with no bulbs to change.

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Dimensions
Model Length Height Depth Weight*
VSLR3 22.4 in (56.9 cm) 4.6 in (11.7 cm) 17.8 in (45.2 cm) 21.6 lb (9.8 kg)
VSLR6 (each half) 21.1 in (53.6 cm) 4.6 in (11.7 cm) 21.7 in (55.1 cm) 18.9 lb (8.6 kg)
VSLR8 (each half) 26.8 in (68.1 cm) 4.6 in (11.7 cm) 26.5 in (67.3 cm) 23.8 lb (10.8 kg)
*Less mounting feet
Light Specications
Lighting Option LED (all heads)
Current Draw 2.2 A per pod
Lamp Technology High-brightness LED
Reector Style Offset, compound curve, polished reector
Maximum Amperage* 18 A (VSLR8), 14 A (VSLR6), 7 A (VSLR3)
Operating Temperature 40 ºF to 149 ºF (–40 ºC to 65 ºC)
*Steady Burn Mode

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CHAPTER 3
Preparing for the Lightbar Installation
Taking the preparatory steps in this chapter before mounting and wiring the lightbar to a vehicle will help
ensure that your installation is fast, easy, and error free.
Unpacking the Lightbar
HEAVY OBJECT—Use lifting aids and proper lifting techniques when
removing or replacing this product. Failure to follow this warning may cause
personal injury.
Carefully unpack the lightbar assembly and any other products included in the shipment. Inspect them
for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If a product has been damaged, do not install or
operate it. Immediately le a claim with the carrier describing the damage. Carefully check all envelopes,
shipping labels, and tags before removing or destroying them. If you are missing any parts, contact
Customer Support at 1-800-264-3578, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (CT).
Determining the Mounting Location and Wire Routings
To prepare for installing the lightbar:
1. Ensure that the battery voltage is the same as the voltage rating of the lightbar.
2. Verify that the lightbar and mounting hardware t the vehicle.
3. Determine where to mount the lightbar on the vehicle.
LOCATING OPERATOR CONTROLS—The controls for the light system must be
located so that the VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be operated safely under all
driving conditions.
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.
4. Decide where to route wiring around airbag areas.
5. Decide where to route the power and ground wires from the lightbar.

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SEAT REMOVAL PRECAUTION—If a vehicle seat is temporarily removed, verify
with the vehicle manufacturer if the seat needs to be recalibrated for proper
airbag deployment. Failure to follow this warning cause serious injury or death.
6. To make wiring easier, remove the seats, spare tire, and pull down the headliner where needed.
7. Separate all electronic equipment wiring from two-way radio equipment wiring.
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS—The warning system and/or two-way radio
system may operate improperly if a two-way radio antenna installed on or within
18 inches of the lightbar. Before permanently installing the lightbar or a two-
way radio antenna, test the warning system and two-way radio system. DO NOT
install a two-way radio antenna on the lightbar. Some installations may require
the relocation of the two-way radio antenna to a trunk or fender location. DO
NOT drill holes in the lightbar or install auxiliary devices on the lightbar or the
warning system may fail.
8. To avoid interference, keep two-way radio antennas a minimum of 18 in (45.7 cm) away from
warning equipment.
9. Whenever possible, run full wire lengths. DO NOT splice the wires.
10. Do not coil excess wire. Leave a drain loop for servicing.
11. After drilling holes for wires, deburr them, smooth sharp edges, and insert grommets to protect the
wires from chang.
12. When you frame-ground the equipment, use the manufacturer-supplied ground locations in the
vehicle.
IMPORTANT: After the installation, frequently inspect the lightbar and mounting feet to ensure that all
fasteners and brackets are tight.

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CHAPTER 4
Wiring the Lightbar in the Vehicle
Before wiring the lightbar in the vehicle, ensure that the lightbar has been installed on the vehicle roof
in accordance with the instructions included with the mounting kit. Installation of options such as an
Opticom® require additional wiring to the warning light system and vehicle battery not covered in this
manual. Review the electrical requirements of the lightbar and use an installer-supplied switch or relay
rated at 30 A for the connection between the red power lead of the lightbar and the fused power source.
If additional wire length is needed, splice wire of the same gauge or heavier to the leads.
NOTE: The lightbar is not internally fused.
Connecting Power to the Lightbar
BATTERY EXPLOSION—To avoid a battery explosion, always disconnect
the negative cable rst and reconnect it last. Avoid causing a spark when
connecting near or to the battery. The gases produced by a battery can cause an
electrical explosion that could result in vehicle damage and serious injury.
To connect the power and ground wires from the lightbar:
1. Route the power and control cable into the vehicle and under the dash, near the eventual location of
the installer-supplied control head. Apply sealant to all drilled holes.
2. For the lightbar to operate properly, the control cable must be properly terminated inside the installer-
supplied control head. The current capacities of the switch for the control head should be at least 15
amperes. See Tables 4.1 on page 15 for the wire colors and functions.
PROPER GROUNDING—The lightbar WILL NOT light up or ash if it is
improperly grounded. Be sure that the lightbar is connected to a good vehicle
ground. Failure to observe this warning can lead to equipment failure and may
result in serious injury or death.
3. Connect the black 14 AWG ground lead to a good battery or chassis ground.
SPARK HAZARD—If wires are shorted to the vehicle frame or each other, high
current conductors can cause hazardous sparks resulting in electrical res and
molten metal. Verify that no short circuits exist before connecting to the positive
(+) battery terminal.

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CURRENT CAPABILITY—To provide safe operation of the lightbar, the power
control switch and wiring must be capable of handling the rated current of the
fuse at the source.
HIGH CURRENT ARCING—Do not connect this system to the vehicle battery
until ALL other electrical connections are completed, the mounting of all
components is complete, and you have veried that no shorts exist. High-
current shorts can cause hazardous sparks or burning wire resulting in an
electrical re.
FUSE ELECTRICAL SOURCES—Always fuse the current/voltage sources with a
fuse connected near the power source. Be sure that the fuse is properly rated to
protect the electrical load, the wiring, and the connectors in the circuit. Failure
to follow this notice could result in vehicle or equipment damage.
4. Connect the red 14 AWG power lead from the lightbar to an installer-supplied switch or relay rated
at 30 A.
5. Connect the other side of the fuse/circuit breaker to the +12 Vdc supply. The lightbar is not internally
fused.
Wiring the Control Cable for the Standard VSLR Lightbar
All of the lightbar controls are integrated in the VSLR control board. Lightbars are manufactured with a
2-conductor power cable and a 6-conductor control cable. See Table 4.1 on page 15 for the functions of
the control wires. You can activate any of the lightbar functions by applying +12 Vdc or GND (–) to the
wire that controls the function.
For information on the option to enable the lightbar to cut off certain lights, see “Wiring the Controls for
White Light and Rear Light Cutoff” on page 15.

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Table 4.1 Functions of 2-conductor power cable and 6-conductor control cable
Wire Color Function
Red PRIMARY MODE: +12 Vdc activates the lightbar in Primary Mode.
Black GND (–): Connects to a good battery/chassis ground.
Gray FLOOD: Applying +12 Vdc will turn any rotating white heads into a ood light if
the lightbar is powered up in Primary or Secondary Mode.
White REAR LIGHT CUTOFF: Applying +12 Vdc will turn off any light from ashing to
the rear of the bar.
Blue SECONDARY MODE: Applying +12 Vdc changes the pattern of the lightbar
to the pattern selected for Secondary Mode. The function is only active if the
lightbar is ashing in Primary Mode.
Orange PROGRAM: Touching GND (–) for 1 second advances the ash pattern to the next
pattern in the library and stores it in memory. For a description of the ash patterns,
see the tables on pages 18 through 20. Holding the orange Program wire to GND
for 5 seconds reprograms the lightbar to Flash Pattern 1.
Yellow WHITE LIGHT CUTOFF: White lights ash with the rest of the lightbar when
+12 Vdc is applied to the yellow wire. White warning lights are cut off when
disconnected or power is removed.
Brown ALLEY LIGHT: Applying +12 Vdc will turn a single white pod into an alley light if
the lightbar is powered up in Primary or Secondary Mode.
Wiring the Controls for White Light and Rear Light Cutoff
The standard lightbar is congured from the factory with options that turn off white lights to the front and
turn off light to the rear of the lightbar. The options are controlled by applying and removing power to the
control wire of the function in the lightbar cable.
White Light Cutoff
The option to cut off the standard white warning lights in the lightbar is programmed at the factory.
The option is controlled by the yellow wire in the lightbar control cable. When +12 Vdc is applied
to the wire, the white lights ash in the same ash pattern as the rest of the lightbar. When +12 Vdc
is removed from the wire, the white lights turn off. For white light to ash in the lightbar, +12 Vdc
must be present on the yellow lead.
Rear Light Cutoff
The lightbar is equipped to shut off the rear of the lightbar while the rest of the lightbar continues
to ash. The option is controlled by the white wire in the lightbar control cable. When +12 Vdc is
applied to the wire, the rear light is shut off. When +12 Vdc is removed from the wire, the lights turn
back on. If rear-light cutoff is not needed, fold and insulate the wire.

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CHAPTER 5
Programming Flash Patterns
Although the standard VSLR lightar is shipped with preselected ash patterns for Primary and Secondary
Mode, you can select new patterns from the lightbar's internal library of ash patterns. A pattern displayed
in Primary Mode is typically more active than the pattern displayed in Secondary Mode. It indicates the
primary purpose of the vehicle; for example, the vehicle is on its way to the scene of an emergency or is
towing a vehicle. A pattern displayed in Secondary Mode is a more relaxed pattern, indicating that the
vehicle is returning from the scene.
The default pattern in Primary Mode is Pattern 1. The default pattern in Secondary Mode is Pattern 2.
Tables 5.2, 5.3, and 5.4 beginning on page 18 list the ash patterns in the lightbar pattern library for the
3-Pod V-Bar and 6-Pod and 8-Pod Split V-Bars.
We recommended that you select ash patterns for both Primary and Secondary Mode during the
installation of the lightbar.
NOTE: To return to Flash Pattern 1 while programming Primary or Secondary Mode, apply GND (–) to
the orange wire for 5 seconds.
Programming Primary Mode
For ash patterns in the lightbar library, refer to the table for your model of lightbar. See the tables on
pages 18 through 20.
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.
1. Apply +12 Vdc to the red Primary Mode wire in the lightbar cable.
2. Apply GND (–) to the orange wire in the lightbar cable for one second to display the next pattern in
the library.
3. Remove the orange wire for a few seconds and observe the pattern.
4. To select the pattern, allow it to run for at least 15 seconds to save it in memory.

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Programming Secondary Mode
For ash patterns in the lightbar library, refer to the table for your model of lightbar.
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.
1. Apply +12 Vdc to both the red Primary and the blue Secondary Mode wires to turn on the lightbar in
Secondary Mode.
2. Apply GND (–) to the orange wire in the lightbar cable for one second to display the next pattern in
the library.
3. Remove the orange wire for a few seconds and observe the pattern.
4. To select a pattern, allow it to run for at least 15 seconds to save it in memory.
Table 5.1 Legends for VSLR flash patterns
NOTE: See Tables 5.2 (page 18),
5.3 (page 19), and 5.4 (page 20)
Key Denition
75 75 FPM rotation
90 90 FPM rotation
120 120 FPM rotation
OSC F Oscillation to front
OSC R Oscillation to right
OSL L Oscillation to left
OSC FL Oscillation to front left
OSC FR Oscillation to front right
OSC LF Oscillation to left front
OSC RF Oscillation to right front

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Table 5.2 3-Pod VSLR Flash Patterns
1 3
2
Pattern Pod 1 Pod 2 Pod 3
1 120 75 120 *
2 90 75 90 *
3 75 OSC F 75
4 90 90 90 *
5 90 OSC F 90
6 OSC FL OSC F OSC FR
7 75 75 75 *
8 OSC FL 75 OSC FR *
9 OSC F 75 OSC F *
10 75 90 75 *
11 OSC FL 90 OSC FR *
12 OSC F 90 OSC F *
13 90 120 90 *
14 OSC F OSC F OSC F
15 75 120 75 *
VSLR3 programming assumes Pod 2 is multicolor with
a clear dome.
Pods 1 and 3 are red LEDs.
Programming remains the same regardless of colors
in these pods.
* White rotations must be red to the rear.

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Table 5.3 6-Pod VSLR Flash Patterns
1
2
34
5
6
Pattern Pod 1 Pod 2 Pod 3 Pod 4 Pod 5 Pod 6
1 120 75 90 90 75 120 *
2 75 90 75 75 90 75 *
3 OSC L 75 OSC F OSC F 75 OSC R * & **
4 90 90 90 90 90 90 *
5 OSC L 90 OSC F OSC F 90 OSC R * & **
6 OSC LF OSC FL OSC F OSC F OSC FR OSC RF **
7 75 75 75 75 75 75 *
8 75 OSC L 75 75 OSC R 75 *
9 75 OSC F 75 75 OSC F 75
10 90 75 90 90 75 90 *
11 90 OSC L 90 90 OSC R 90 *
12 90 OSC F 90 90 OSC F 90
13 90 120 75 75 120 95 *
14 OSC L OSC L OSC L OSC R OSC R OSC R **
15 75 OSC F 90 90 OSC F 75
VSLR6-NFPA programming assumes Pods 2 and 5 are multicolor with clear domes.
Pods 1, 3, 4, and 6 are red LEDs with red domes.
Programming remains the same regardless of colors in these pods
* White rotations must be red to the rear.
** Not NFPA compliant,

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Table 5.4 8-Pod VSLR Flash Patterns
1
2
4
3
5
6
7
8
Pattern Pod 1 Pod 2 Pod 3 Pod 4 Pod 5 Pod 6 Pod 7 Pod 8
1 90 120 75 90 90 75 120 90 *
2 90 75 90 75 75 90 75 90 *
3 75 OSC L 75 OSC F OSC F 75 OSC R 75 * & **
4 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 *
5 90 OSC L 90 OSC F OSC F 90 OSC R 90 * & **
6 OSC L OSC LF OSC FL OSC F OSC F OSC FR OSC RF OSC R **
7 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 *
8 75 75 OSC L 75 75 OSC R 75 75 *
9 75 75 OSC F 75 75 OSC F 75 75
10 75 90 75 90 90 75 90 75 *
11 90 90 OSC L 90 90 OSC R 90 90
12 90 90 OSC F 90 90 OSC F 90 90
13 75 90 120 75 75 120 90 75 *
14 90 OSC L OSC L OSC L OSC R OSC R OSC R 90 **
15 90 75 OSC F 90 90 OSC F 75 90
VSLR8 programming assumes Pods 3 and 6 are multicolor with clear domes.
Pods 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, and 8 are red LEDs.
Programming remains the same regardless of colors in these pods.
* White rotations must be red to the rear.
** Not NFPA compliant.