Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc. 5451 North Rural Street Indianapolis, IN 46220 Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667 www.carsonsirens.com SC-411RD-10 14 REMOTE SIREN AMPLIFIER WITH LIGHT CONTROL PHSR YELP WAIL OFF 1 2 3 CARSON CYCLE STBY RADIO MANUAL HORN PA VOL OUT/DIM SCSC-411 Elite Force S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 WARNING: WEAR HEARING PROTECTION REF. OSHA 1910.95 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Page 2 of 12 Installation and Operating Instructions SC-411RD-10 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................................................... 3 SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................................. 3 INSTALLATION .............................................................................................
SC-411RD-10 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 3 of 12 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The SC-411RD Remote Light Control/Siren is a premium unit designed for dual 100W speaker use. The primary operating modes are Radio, Cycler, Standby, Yelp, Wail, and Phaser. A Noise Canceling PA Override and push-button Horn Override are available in all modes except Radio. A push-button is provided for toggling between Wail, Yelp, and Phaser tones, and Manual siren control in silent modes.
Page 4 of 12 Installation and Operating Instructions SC-411RD-10 INSTALLATION Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation. Please read all instruction before installing the unit. Failure to follow these instructions can cause serious damage to the unit or vehicle and may void warranties. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS For the safety of the installer, vehicle operator, passengers and the community please observe the following safety precautions.
SC-411RD-10 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 5 of 12 AMPLIFIER WIRING DIAGRAM Aux switch 3 output Aux switch 4 output Aux switch 2 output Aux switch 5 output Aux switch 1 output Aux switch 6 output Right arrow stick Lever switch 1 output Left arrow stick Lever switch 2 output Center arrow stick (if needed) Lever switch 3 output Video camera trigger (2) 50A fused inputs (customer supplied) CAT-5e interface cable 50A brkr 50A brkr 3-Pin Block 10-Pin Terminal Block L3 L1 0.
Page 6 of 12 Installation and Operating Instructions SC-411RD-10 OPTION SETTINGS Enter/Exit Program Mode Turn unit on with POWER input. Enter the program mode by pressing and holding OUT/DIM, S1 and S2 for 3 seconds. The unit will beep 3 times and the backlighting will begin flashing to indicate that the unit is in program mode. It will continue to flash until program mode is exited by pressing and holding OUT/DIM for 3 seconds, saving the settings—the unit will emit a long beep.
SC-411RD-10 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 7 of 12 Option Set 1 S1 (CUTOUT Input), S2 (SIRCTRL Input), S3 (LITCTRL Input) - These inputs are normally activated by a 12V input (ON). Press the switch once until it FLASHES to change to ground activation. Press the switch again for OFF to disable. S4 (Timed Override) - While In Wail, Yelp or Phaser mode, momentarily pressing the Manual push button will override the Wail, Yelp or Phaser tone.
Page 8 of 12 Installation and Operating Instructions SC-411RD-10 OPERATION This unit is designed for easy operation under the stress associated with high-speed pursuit. Most siren functions are accessible with one simple motion. Certain operational features or controlled by option settings and/or installation connections. POWER ON/OFF The unit is powered by the ignition switch. SIREN CONTROLS The Rotary Switch selects the primary operating mode of the siren.
SC-411RD-10 Installation and Operating Instructions PHSR YELP WAIL OFF 1 2 3 Page 9 of 12 CARSON CYCLE STBY RADIO MANUAL HORN PA VOL OUT/DIM SCSC-411 Elite Force S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 WARNING: WEAR HEARING PROTECTION REF. OSHA 1910.95 LIGHT SYSTEM CONTROLS A 4-position lever switch provides control of primary lighting functions. It also provides automatic activation of the siren. Six additional programmable pushbuttons provided for auxiliary lighting or other device control.
Page 10 of 12 Installation and Operating Instructions SC-411RD-10 SERVICE This unit is designed to provide years of reliable service under even the worst conditions. Many times there may appear to be a problem with the unit when the true problem is in the speaker(s), controlled devices, or improper installation. The following chart shows typical symptoms and possible causes. A blown siren fuse doesn't necessarily mean that the unit is bad.
SC-411RD-10 Installation and Operating Instructions Page 11 of 12 RETURN If you have any questions concerning this or any other Carson product, please contact our Technical Service Department at (888) 577-6877. Many issues can be handled over the phone. We can also be reached via email at service@carson-mfg.com If a product must be returned for any reason, please contact our Technical Service Department to obtain a Returned Merchandise Authorization number (RMA#) before you ship the product to Carson.
Page 12 of 12 Installation and Operating Instructions SC-411RD-10 INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION RECORD Terminal AWG Color Connected to Terminal AWG Color Connected to POS (2) L1 GND (2) L2 POWER L3 RADIO (2) S1 BACKLIT S2 LITCTRL S3 SIRCTRL S4 CUTOUT S5 SPKR1 S6 SPKR2 RGT-A SPKRC LFT-A VIDEO CTR-A S1—S6 Operation: Blank=Default, V=No Video, M=Momentary, 10 or 20=Hold Time Lever / S1 - S6 Switch Association: Blank=None, #=Pos S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 Operation Association Second Tone Co
