D&R 655-0010-01-01 Manuel utilisateur
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THUNDER
INSTALLATION MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENT PAGE NO
General Description 2
Technical Specification 2
Mechanical Installation 4
Electrical Installation 6
Dip Switch Setting 7
Package Contents 9
Warranty and product return policy 10
LOW FREQUENCY AMPLIFIER
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The Thunder works with any standard vehicle’s existing siren, creating a new tone
half a quarter or a combination of the original tones. This low frequency tones
drives one or two special designed low frequency speaker which mounted in front
of the vehicle.
In normal condition, the Thunder is mute. It can be activated only if a siren tone is
Present. It is useful in high-risk areas such as an intersection. This low frequency
tone is able to penetrate other vehicles.
User can select one of the three pre-programmed tones from the dipswitch see ta-
ble 1, the duration can be set from the dipswitch as follow momentary, 7, 10, 15,
25, 35, 50 seconds. See table 1, It is important to set minimum operation time
base on safe exposure time in Noise and Hearing Conservation which is defined
in regulation documents of The Occupational Safety & health Administration.
General Description
Technical specification
Amplifier
Input voltage :…………………. 9 Vdc to 15 Vdc
Input current :………………….. 8 Amps at 100w, 16 Amps at 200w
Operating temperature :……….. 30c to +65c
Frequency range :……………….170 to 600 HZ
Output power :………………... 1 speaker 100W 2 speaker 200W
Speaker
Impedance :…………….………. 8 ohms
Power :…………………………. 100 Watts
Frequency range :…………..…... 95HZ to 4000 HZ
Weight:……………………..…... 7.20 lb.
Dimension:………………..……. Diameter - 6.5” Height - 7.5”
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General Warning
1. The use of emergency warning devices does not ensure the safety of the operator. The operator is
responsible to ensure safe operation of the vehicle regardless of whether the warning device is in
operation or not
2. The effectiveness of this or any warning device is highly dependent on proper installation and
maintenance. Read the manufactures instructions before installing and follow all recommenda-
tions.
3. When in use the operator must ensure that the warning signal is visible and not obstructed by vehi-
cle components (i.e. open trunk lid), people or other obstructions
4. This device is intended for use by authorized personnel only The user is responsibility to ensure
that all local, state/provincial and federal laws are being complied with. D&R assumes no liability
for any loss resulting from the use of this device.
5. The device must be installed so as not to reduce the output performance of vehicle systems
6. Placement of control switches must be so as to provide convenient reach for the operator without
loosing eye contact with the road.
7. Emergency warning devices require high electrical voltages and/or currents. Properly connect and
ground all circuits. Shorting or improper grounding of this device may caused personal injuring,
vehicle damage or both
8. Use ear protection while installing siren system or speaker, activation of siren may damage un-
protected ears.
9. All operators should be properly trained in the operation of this device to ensure both their and
public safety
Installation and Mounting
1. Any device used inside a vehicle, may cause severe personal injury if not properly mounted and
secured. Objects used in the vehicle may become airborne during a collision or other sudden chang-
es in vehicle speed or direction, such as braking, acceleration or turns.
2. Be sure to mount unit through the steel of the vehicle. Avoid mounting through plastic or other
non-structural materials.
3. POINT OF INSTALLATION MUST NOT INTERFERE WITH DEPLOYMENT OF VEHI-
CLE AIR BAGS.
4. DO NOT mount the system in a location that will obstruct the driver’s view. Ease of operation
should be the PRIME consideration in mounting the ARROWBOARD electronic system.
5. DO NOT mount the CONTROLLER in a location that will interfere with the airbags. (For safe
equipment mounting zones in your vehicle, consult your vehicle manufacturer’s recommended guide-
lines).
6. D&R Electronics recommends this or any of our products be installed by qualified profes-
sionals.
Warning
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Mechanical Installation
Speaker Installation
1. Mounting bracket for speaker can be mount in several position de-
pending on your vehicle.
2. Decide the mounting location, mark and drill six mounting holes.
3. Secure the bracket to the vehicle with supplied hardware.
4. Mount the siren speaker to the bracket in the desired location.
5. Connect the power source to the control box .
Mounting surface
Mounting
surface
FIGURE 1 MOUNTING LOCATIONS
Step 1
Step 2
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Electrical installation
Wiring diagram
FIGURE 2 WIRING DIAGRAM
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Pin 1 Connect to +12V of battery
Pin 2 Connect to ground of battery
Pin 3 Connect to SPST momentary switch (positive activation)
Pin 4 Connect to SPST momentary switch (ground activation)
Pin 5 Connect to the vehicle siren speaker
Pin 6 Connect to the vehicle siren speaker
Pin 7 Connect to thunder speaker 1
Pin 8 Connect to thunder speaker 1 common
Pin 9 Connect to thunder speaker 2
Pin 10 Connect to thunder speaker 2 common
Connection Description
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Dip Switch Setting
Configure Tone Duration
To select tone duration, set dip switch position 3, 4 and 5 to the position base on the
table below:
SWITCH 3
SWITCH 4
SWITCH 5
TONE DURATION
ON ON ON 7 seconds (default)
ON ON OFF 10 seconds
ON OFF ON 15 seconds
ON OFF OFF 25 seconds
OFF ON ON 35 seconds
OFF ON OFF 50 seconds
OFF OFF OFF Momentary
15 second tone
FIGURE 4 Dip switch sw3,4&5 configuration
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To select tone mode, set dip switch position 6, 7 and 8 to the position base on the ta-
ble below:
SWITCH 6
SWITCH 7
SWITCH 8
TONE MODE
ON ON ON 1/4 primary siren tone frequency (default)
ON ON OFF 1/2 primary siren tone frequency
ON OFF ON Mix Frequency tones
System Operation
1. The positive input control (PIN 3) will activates the thunder as per the pre-set
time
2. The ground input control (PIN 4) will activates the thunder as per the pre-set
time
Configure Tone Mode
FIGURE 5 Dip switch sw6,7&8 configuration
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PACKAGE LIST
PART NUMBER DISCRIPTION QTY
212-0100 MANUAL AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THUNDER LFA
SIREN BOX
1
SEE TABLE BELOW VEHICLE SPECIFIC MOUNTING BRACKET 1
189-0200 THUNDER SPEAKER 1 (OR 2)
655-0010-01-01 THUNDER - LOW FREQUENCY AMPLIFIER SIREN BOX - REV 0 1
PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
935-0082A Explorer2013+ Thunder Speak Mount Brkt
835-0029A Thunder Speaker Bracket (Universal)
VEHICLE SPECIFIC BRACKET LIST
HARDWARE LIST
PART NUMBER DISCRIPTION QTY
7411-0021 Bolt - 5/16-18X1-1/4", Hex,S.S 4
413-0006 Washer 5/16-18 Lock S.S 4
413-0005 Washer 5/16 Flat S.S 4
NOTE : Hardware list mention above is only for universal mounting bracket.
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