SoundOff Signal TrafficMaster - Manual (Page 3)

The use of this or any warning device does not insure that all drivers can
or will observe or react to an emergency 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 traffic, responding at
a high rate of speed or walking on or around traffic lanes.
The effectiveness of this warning device is highly dependent upon correct
mounting and wiring. Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions be-
fore installing or using this device. The vehicle operator should insure daily
that all features of the device operate correctly. In use, the vehicle operator
should insure the projection of the warning signal is not blocked by vehicle
components (i.e.: open trunks or compartment doors), people, vehicles, or
other obstructions.
This equipment is intended for use by authorized personnel only. It is the
user’s responsibility to understand and obey all laws regarding emergency
warning devices. The user should check all applicable city, state and federal
laws and regulations.
SoundOff Signal assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the use of
this warning device. Proper installation is vital to the performance of this
warning device and the safe operation of the emergency vehicle. Warning
devices should be installed in such a manner as to: A) Not reduce the output
performance of the system, B) Place the controls within convenient reach of
the operator so that he can operate the system without losing eye contact
with the roadway. 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 severe vehicle
damage, including fire.
Any electronic device may create or be affected by electromagnetic inter-
ference. After installation of any electronic device, operate all equipment
simultaneously to insure that operation is free of interference. Never power
emergency warning equipment from the same circuit or share the same
ground circuit with radio communication equipment.
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 MOUNTING
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2. Route a 18 AWG wire attached to a reliable ground source. The vehicle’s
battery is the ideal source. NEVER FEED RADIO EQUIPMENT WITH
THE SAME GROUND CIRCUIT!!!! THIS CAN CAUSE ELECTROMAG-
NETIC INTERFERENCE WITH COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT.
3. Route a 18 AWG wire attached to a power source (12 VDC). The vehicle’s
battery is again the ideal source. Place a 5 amp in-line blade type fuse
on this circuit. DO NOT USE FUSIBLE LINKS, CIRCUIT BREAKERS,
OR GLASS FUSES!!!
4. Attach the power and ground wire to the appropriate pins in the 2 pin
socket housing as shown in Figure 5.
5. Attach the wires from the 9 wire harness into the appropriate 6 & 4 pin
connectors as shown in Figure 5. BE SURE TO PLACE THE PINS IN
THE PROPER SEQUENCE!!!
6. With the control module switched to the “OFF “ position, plug the two
pin socket housing into the appropriate position in the rear of the control
module.
7. Mount the Control Module in the selected location.
The LED’s on the control box mimic the actions of the LED Traffic Master to
ensure proper selections and operation of the pattern chosen. If the LED
Traffic Master is not functioning correctly, call the SoundOff Signal Tech-
nical Service Hotline at (800) 338-7337.
OPERATIONS
A five position rotary switch controls all of the LED Traffic Master’s primary
functions. The LED Traffic Master Control Module faceplate is shown in
Figure 6.
Figure 6. Control Module Faceplate