Whelen Engineering Company ISP4HS User manual

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©1998 Whelen Engineering Company Inc.
Form No.13291G (072507)
Installation Guide:
Model ISP4HS
Strobe/Halogen Power Supply
For warranty information regarding this product, visit www.whelen.com/warranty
• Proper installation of this product requires the installer to have a good understanding of automotive electronics, systems and procedures.
• Whelen Engineering requires the use of waterproof butt splices and/or connectors if that connector could be exposed to moisture.
• Any holes, either created or utilized by this product, should be made both air- and watertight using a sealant recommended by your vehicle
manufacturer.
• Failure to use specified installation parts and/or hardware will void the product warranty.
• If mounting this product requires drilling holes, the installer MUST be sure that no vehicle components or other vital parts could be damaged
by the drilling process. Check both sides of the mounting surface before drilling begins. Also de-burr the holes and remove any metal shards
or remnants. Install grommets into all wire passage holes.
• If this manual states that this product may be mounted with suction cups, magnets, tape or Velcro®, clean the mounting surface with a 50/50
mix of isopropyl alcohol and water and dry thoroughly.
• Do not install this product or route any wires in the deployment area of your air bag. Equipment mounted or located in the air bag deployment
area will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag, or become a projectile that could cause serious personal injury or death. Refer to
your vehicle owner’s manual for the air bag deployment area. The User/Installer assumes full responsibility to determine proper mounting
location, based on providing ultimate safety to all passengers inside the vehicle.
• For this product to operate at optimum efficiency, a good electrical connection to chassis ground must be made. The recommended
procedure requires the product ground wire to be connected directly to the NEGATIVE (-) battery post (this does not include products that use
cigar power cords).
• Do not attempt to activate or control this device in a hazardous driving situation.
• It is recommended that these instructions be stored in a safe place and referred to when performing maintenance and/or reinstallation of this
product.
• FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR VEHICLE
AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS!
Automotive: Power Supplies
Warnings to Installers
Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices must be properly mounted and wired in order to be effective and safe. Read and follow all of Whelen’s written
instructions when installing or using this device. Emergency vehicles are often operated under high speed stressful conditions which must be accounted for
when installing all emergency warning devices. Controls should be placed within convenient reach of the operator so that they can operate the system without
taking their eyes off the roadway. Emergency warning devices can require high electrical voltages and/or currents. Properly protect and use caution around
live electrical connections.Grounding or shorting of electrical connections can cause high current arcing, which can cause personal injury and/or vehicle
damage, including fire. Many electronic devices used in emergency vehicles can create or be affected by electromagnetic interference. Therefore, after
installation of any electronic device it is necessary to test all electronic equipment simultaneously to insure that they operate free of interference from other
components within the vehicle. Never power emergency warning equipment from the same circuit or share the same grounding circuit with radio
communication equipment. All devices should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and securely fastened to vehicle elements of
sufficient strength to withstand the forces applied to the device. Driver and/or passenger air bags (SRS) will affect the way equipment should be mounted. This
device should be mounted by permanent installation and within the zones specified by the vehicle manufacturer, if any. Any device mounted in the deployment
area of an air bag will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag and may damage or dislodge the device. Installer must be sure that this device, its
mounting hardware and electrical supply wiring does not interfere with the air bag or the SRS wiring or sensors. Mounting the unit inside the vehicle by a
method other than permanent installation is not recommended as unit may become dislodged during swerving; sudden braking or collision. Failure to follow
instructions can result in personal injury. Whelen assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the use of this warning device. 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.
Warnings to Users
Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices are intended to alert other operators and pedestrians to the presence and operation of emergency vehicles and
personnel. However, the use of this or any other Whelen emergency warning device does not guarantee that you will have the right-of-way or that other
drivers and pedestrians will properly heed an emergency warning signal. Never assume you have the right-of-way. It is your responsibility to proceed safely
before entering an intersection, driving against traffic, responding at a high rate of speed, or walking on or around traffic lanes. Emergency vehicle warning
devices should be tested on a daily basis to ensure that they operate properly. When in actual use, the operator must ensure that both visual and audible
warnings are not blocked by vehicle components (i.e.: open trunks or compartment doors), people, vehicles, or other obstructions. It is the user’s responsibility
to understand and obey all laws regarding emergency warning devices. The user should be familiar with all applicable laws and regulations prior to the use of
any emergency vehicle warning device. Whelen’s audible warning devices are designed to project sound in a forward direction away from the vehicle
occupants. However, because sustained periodic exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing loss, all audible warning devices should be installed and
operated in accordance with the standards established by the National Fire Protection Association.
Safety First
This document provides all the necessary information to allow your Whelen product to be properly and safely installed. Before beginning the installation and/or
operation of your new product, the installation technician and operator must read this manual completely. Important information is contained herein that could
prevent serious injury or damage.
WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For
more information, visit www.whelen.com/regulatory.
51 Winthrop Road
Chester, Connecticut 06412-0684
Phone: [phone]
Internet: www.whelen.com
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The ISP4HS™ is a versatile strobe power supply serving as the
fundamental building block for many Whelen emergency warning
systems. The ISP4HS™ is used in the state-of-the-art Fast Trax™
lighting system, as well as the industry standard DOT systems
pioneered by Whelen. In addition, the ISP4HS™ serves equally
well as a stand alone synchronized strobe power supply and
halogen flasher known as the Whelen SSNF systems.
Programming for the various applications is selectable by a 4
position dip switch. 5 low current control lines allow flexible
operator control and the system may be wired as simple or
intricately as the users needs dictate.
When used in a stand-alone or DOT application, both the strobe
and halogen outlets have Hi / Low intensity control. This may be
wired for either latched or level control and the power supply will
automatically sense which wiring has been selected and
automatically adjust it’s internal circuitry.
Another feature is the optional Diagnostix™ display. This allows
the operator to confirm proper operation of the system in “real
time” and diagnose system malfunctions. When used in a Fast
Trax or standard DOT system, please refer to the system wiring
instructions for the default wiring of the ISP4HS™, applicable to
your system.
WARNING: The Strobe Light Power Supply is a high voltage
device. Do not touch or remove tube assembly in strobe light
head assemblies while in operation. Wait 10 minutes after
disconnecting the unit from its power source before starting work
or troubleshooting on power supply or system.
CAUTION: As it will be necessary to drill holes into the mounting
surface, the installer MUST be sure that no vehicle components or
other vital parts could be damaged by the drilling process. Check
both sides of the mounting surface before drilling begins!
WARNING: All customer supplied wires that connect to the
positive terminal of the battery must be sized to supply at
least 125% of the maximum operating current and FUSED at
the battery to carry that load. DO NOT USE CIRCUIT
BREAKERS WITH THIS PRODUCT! (See wire chart, this page)
Selecting a Mounting Location:
The most common choice for a mounting area would be a trunk or
similar compartment. However, due to the wide variety of vehicles
onto which the unit could be installed, this is not always possible.
The following guidelines will help the installer select an acceptable
alternative.
• The power supply should be mounted on a metal surface
to aid heat dissipation. Be sure that this surface is not
one that either generates or is exposed to excessive heat
during normal operation of the vehicle.
• Do not select a location where the unit will be exposed to
potential damage from any unsecured or loose
equipment in the vehicle.
• Do not allow the unit to be exposed to water.
• When routing the power supplies wires, it is important to
choose a path that will keep these wires away from
excessive heat and from any vehicle equipment that
could damage the wires (trunk lids, door jams, etc.).
Mounting your ISP4HS:
1. Position the ISP4HS in its proposed mounting location to
ensure that it fits properly. With the unit in place, insert an awl
or other suitable tool into the mounting holes of the power
supply and scribe the areas to be drilled.
2. Remove the unit from its mounting area and, using a drill bit
sized for a #10 sheet metal screw, drill a hole in each of the
areas scribed in the previous step.
3. Return the power supply to its mounting location and using
the supplied screws, mount the unit.
Wiring your ISP4HS:
1. Locate the 10 position Input Connector included with your
ISP4HS and plug it into the port indicated on page 3. Extend
the 2 BLACK wires, the RED wire and the WHITE wire from
the Input Connector towards the battery.
2. Connect the RED wire to a fuse block (customer supplied)
and then to the POSITIVE terminal on the battery.
3. Connect the WHITE wire to a fuse block (customer supplied)
and then to the POSITIVE terminal on the battery.
NOTE: Although a 15 amp fuse (customer supplied) is
required to be used in the fuse block, do not install the fuse
until all wire connections are completed.
4. Connect the BLACK wires to the factory chassis ground
adjacent to the battery.
5. Refer to diagram on page 3 for wiring information for the
remaining Switch Control Wires and Pattern Control Wires.
RECOMENDED SIZE / CUSTOMER SUPPLIED WIRES
POWER AND GROUND CONTROL LINES
18AWG . . . . . .5 FT. MAX 22 AWG . . . . 5 FT. MAX
16 AWG . . . . . .8 FT. MAX 20 AWG . . . . 16 FT. MAX
14 AWG . . . . . .13 FT. MAX 18 AWG . . . . 26 FT. MAX
12 AWG . . . . . .21 FT. MAX 16 AWG . . . . 41 FT. MAX
10 AWG . . . . . .33 FT. MAX

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Dip Switch Settings Control Lines Color Outlets Function
1234
OFF OFF OFF OFF ............1......... BLUE . . . 1 & 3 ......Simultaneous Strobe, Comet Flash
2......... GREEN . . 5 & 7 ...... Simultaneous Strobe, Comet Flash
3......... YELLOW. 2 & 4 ...... Simultaneous Halogen, Single Flash
4......... GREY . . . 6 & 8 ......Simultaneous Halogen, Single Flash
5......... VIOLET... .......... Hi/Low Power
OFF OFF ON OFF ............1......... BLUE . . . 1 & 5 ......Alternating Strobe, Comet Flash
2......... GREEN . . 3 & 7 ...... Alternating Strobe, Comet Flash
3......... YELLOW. 2 & 6 ...... Alternating Halogen, Single Flash
4......... GREY . . . 4 & 8 ......Alternating Halogen, Single Flash
5......... VIOLET... .......... Hi/Low Power
OFF OFF OFF ON .............1......... BLUE . . . 1 & 3 ...... Simultaneous Strobe, Comet Flash
2......... GREEN . . 5 & 7 ...... Simultaneous Strobe, Comet Flash
3......... YELLOW. 2 & 4 ...... Simultaneous Halogen, Double Flash
4......... GREY . . . 6 & 8 ......Simultaneous Halogen, Double Flash
5......... VIOLET . . 6 & 8 ...... Steady Burn / Take Down
OFF OFF ON ON .............1......... BLUE . . . 1 & 5 ...... Alternating Strobe, Comet Flash
2......... GREEN . . 3 & 7 ...... Alternating Strobe, Comet Flash
3......... YELLOW. 2 & 6 ...... Alternating Halogen, Double Flash
4......... GREY . . . 4 & 8 ......Alternating Halogen, Double Flash
5......... VIOLET . . 4 & 8 ...... Steady Burn / Take Down
Hi/Lo Power:
Diagnostix™ (Optional)
The optional Diagnostix™ display allows the operator to
confirm proper operation of the 8 outlets on the ISP4HS by
monitoring the Control Lines used to activate specific
outlets, based on dip switch settings.
Row 1 (top) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CTRL 1 (Strobe)
Row 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CTRL 3 (Halogen)
Row 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CTRL 4 (Halogen)
Row 4 (bottom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CTRL 2 (Strobe)
The LED’s appearance indicates the condition of its
corresponding outlet, as shown in the table to left.
Dip Switch Functions
Dip Switch #1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Strobe Pattern Control
Dip Switch #2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Strobe Pattern Control
Dip Switch #3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sequence Control
Dip Switch #4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mode Control
Pattern Controls / Dip Switches 1 & 2
Switch 1 Switch 2 Flash Pattern
OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF. . . . . . . . . . Comet Flash (Default)
OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . ON. . . . . . . . . . .Double Flash
ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF . . . . . . . . . . Triple Flash
ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . ON. . . . . . . . . . .Action Flash
Sequence Control / Dip Switch 3
Switch 3 Model
OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Simultaneous (Default)
ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Alternating
Mode Control / Dip Switch 4
Switch 4 Model
OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ISP4HS (Default)
ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fast Trax
IFTHE LEDIS...
OFF
ON
continuously
ONcontinuously
with asingleflash
everyfew seconds
FLASHING
rapidly
Either the outlet inquestion is not enabled, or the
power supplyis not turned on.
The outlet, strobe cable and strobe light inquestion
are functioning properly.
Either the outlet, strobe cable and / or strobe light in
question are malfunctioning.Inthiscondition, further
investigation ofcomponents is stronglyrecommended
The ISP4HSisoperating inLopower mode.
THEN...
APPLY POWER FOR:
UP TO 1 SECOND...
LATCHEDLATCHEDLATCHED
MORE THAN 1 SECOND
LEVELLEVELLEVEL
1 SEC.
The type of switch used depends on how the operator
wishes the Hi/Lo feature to function.
Latching Mode: By applying voltage to the Violet wire for
less than 1 second the power supply is “latched” into low
power operation. The unit must be turned off and back on
to restore normal, Hi power operation. A momentary
switch is desired for this style.
Level Mode: Applying voltage to the Violet wire for more
than 1 second holds the power supply in low power mode
until that voltage is removed. A toggle switch is desired
for this style.

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INPUT
VOLTAGE
INPUT CURRENT
@45WATTS
@90WATTS
INPUT
POWER
OUTPUT
POWER
FLASH
PATTERNS
ENERGY (MAX.)
V(OUTLET ENABLE)
I(OUTLET ENABLE)
V(HI/LO)
I (HI/LO)
12.8 VDC ±20%
4.5 AMPS
9AMPS
60/120 WATTS
45/90 WATTS
COMET FLASH
(140FPM)
TRIPLEFLASH
(140FPM)
DOUBLEFLASH
(170FPM)
ACTION FLASH
(140-170FPM)
2COMET,2DOUBLE
18JOULES PER BURST
3.5 VDC (MIN)
20mA(TYP)@12.8 VDC
3.5 VDC (MIN)
20mA(TYP)@12.8 VDC
Halogen Specifications
INPUT VOLTAGE
OUTPUT POWER
12.8 VDC 20%
35W MAXPER OUTLET
±
Strobe Specifications
Control
Lines
SIMULTANEOUS
POS 1 -PATTERN1
POS 2 -PATTERN2
POS 3 -OUTLETCONTROL
POS 4-MODECONTROL
ISP4HS
OUTLET1
OUTLET2
GREY
9
YELLOW
8
GREEN
7
BLUE
6
VIOLET
10
CTRL 4
CTRL 3
CTRL 2
CTRL 1
CTRL 5
RED
1
BLACK
3
CUSTOMER
SUPPLIED
FUSES
J10
P9
DIAGNOSTIC
OUTPUT
S1
1
2
3
4
2WHITE
15 AMPFUSE
(HALOGEN)
4BLACK
OUTLET4
OUTLET3
SIMULTANEOUS
OUTLET5
OUTLET6
OUTLET7
OUTLET8 HALOGEN OUTLET
STROBEOUTLET
HALOGEN OUTLET
STROBEOUTLET
STROBEOUTLET
HALOGEN OUTLET
HALOGEN OUTLET
STROBEOUTLET
BATTERY
ALTERNATING
CUSTOMER SUPPLIED
3AMPFUSE
15 AMPFUSE
(STROBE)
GROUNDBLACK
INDICATOR PANEL
TO DIAGNOSTIC
Diagnostix
Wiring Diagram
Connecttothepositive(+) terminalofthe
battery if you want to be abletooperate the
lights with or without the ignition on.Or to
the accessory terminalon the vehiclefuse
block for light operation with ignition on only.
OUT 1OUT 2OUT 3
P9
OUT 6OUT 5
J10
F2
15A
S1
OUT 7 OUT 8
OUT 4
GROUND
ANODE
TRIGGER
HALOGEN STROBE
1
2
3
RETURN
+12 FEED1
2
3
OUTPUT
CONNECTORS
DIP
SWITCHES
DIAGNOSTIX
OUTPUT
INPUT
CONNECTOR
FUSE
OFF
S1
ON
DipSwitches
shown indefault Settings