Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.
5451 North Rural Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667
HPK-150
HORN SYSTEM
WITH WATERPROOF AMPLIFIER
HORN SELECT
LITE
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CSP-100B
100W 11 OHM
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
This product is legal in most states.
Please consult your state/local vehicle codes to ensure compliance with vehicle horn regulations.
Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.
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INSTALLATION
Proper installation of the system is essential for years of safe, reliable operation. Please read all
instruction before installing the system components. Failure to follow these instructions can
cause serious damage to the components 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. Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may
result in property damage, injury or death.
Qualifications - The installer must have a firm knowledge of basic electricity, vehicle electrical
systems and emergency equipment.
Mounting - Mount the unit for easy access by the vehicle operator. DO NOT mount in air bag
deployment area. Assure clearances before drilling in vehicle.
Wiring - Use wiring capable of handling the current required. Make sure all connections are tight.
Route wiring to prevent wear, overheating and interference with air bag deployment. Install and
check all wiring before connection to vehicle battery.
Testing - Test all horn system functions after installation to assure proper operation. Test vehicle
operation to assure no damage to vehicle.
Keep These Instructions - Keep these instructions in the vehicle or other safe place for future
reference. Advise the vehicle operator of the location.
UNPACKING
Inspect contents for shipping damage. If found alert carrier immediately.
Contact supplier immediately if any components are missing.
Contents of box should include the following items:
Qty Item
1
1
1
4
6
1
Amplifier Unit (HA-150-10 14)
Speaker, 100W 11 ohm (CSP-100B)
Switch Panel (SP-200)
Screw, Hex #8 Self Drilling (CP4051-XK-12)
Terminal, 3/16” Insulated Fem. Q.C. (CP4062-K2545)
Instruction Manual (CP5061 This Manual)
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MOUNTING
Amplifier
The amplifier is waterproof and may be located under hood in the engine compartment or other
areas. Allow clearance for wiring. Inspect behind mounting area for clearance. Use #8 screws
(supplied loose) for mounting.
Speaker
The speaker is weather resistant and is intended to be mounted on the outside of the vehicle or
under front hood. Mount the speaker facing forward and as far forward on the vehicle as possible
to minimize sound exposure to occupants. Choose a location that minimizes obstructions in front
of the speaker to maximize forward sound. Attach the speaker to a sturdy part of the vehicle to
prevent vibration and possible damage. Attach the speaker angled slightly toward the road so the
front openings will drain off any fluids. Cover openings of speaker while drilling any holes.
DO NOT get metal shavings inside the speaker.
Switch Panel
Mount the switch panel underneath the vehicle dash board using #8 screws (supplied loose).
Locate the panel away from the driver’s or passenger’s legs. Allow clearance for wiring. Inspect
behind mounting area for clearance. Make all electrical connections before final mounting.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Amplifier
Electrical connections to the amplifier are made using butt splices (not supplied). The butt splices
need to be waterproof when unit is mounted under hood or other weather susceptible areas.
A
label on the amplifier identifies each lead function. An in-line fuse is provided on the amplifier.
The power supply for the amplifier must be capable of delivering peak currents up to 50 amps for
adequate short circuit protection and reliable operation. Most vehicle horn circuits with relays
provide adequate power on the vehicle horn side of the relay. However do not provide power to
both the vehicle horn and this amplifier from one horn relay circuit as this will exceed circuit rating.
NOTE: Permanent disconnection of the vehicle horn is NOT recommended.
Switch Panel
Electrical connections to the switch panel are made using 3/16” quick-connect terminals (supplied
loose).
Wire Size and Termination - The diagram shows the minimum wire size used for each connec-
tion, along with recommended lead color. If the wire is longer than 10 ft. use the next larger wire
size. Use only high quality crimp connectors for installation on the vehicle.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONTINUED
NOTE: Permanent disconnection of the vehicle horn is NOT recommended.
BLK #22G -VDC FOR LAMP
ADD PROPER FUSE
12V
LAMP
LITE
SWITCH
20A MAX.
Recommended
Wire Size
RED +VDC IN
RATED 15A @ 12VDC
YEL +VDC OUT
Amps
5 - 10
Size
#16G
#14G
Lite
10 - 15
Use next larger
size
if longer than 10 ft.
OBSERVE
SWITCH TERMINAL
SPACING FOR
ORIENTATION
SEE
WIRE SIZE TABLE
UNDER HOOD
ORG or RED #16G
HORN SELECT
SWITCH
+VDC
HORN
RELAY
CIRCUIT
RATED 15A @ 12VDC
HORN
RELAY
Splice
OBSERVE
SWITCH TERMINAL
SPACING FOR
ORIENTATION
GRN #16G
BLU #16G
Break
Connection
Splice
Vehicle
Horn
If the “HORN RELAY CIRCUIT” provides -VDC:
Connect “ORG or RED #16G” wire to +VDC supply
and connect “#16G BLK” to “HORN SELECT SWITCH”.
ORG or RED #16G
CSP-100B
SPEAKER
100W 11 ohm
Splice
Splice
#18G BRN
#18G BRN
#18G BRN
#16G BLK to -VDC
#18G WHT
Splices
USE
Match lead colors
coming from amp
WATERPROOF
BUTT CONNECTORS
In-line fuseholder
FOR UNDER HOOD SPLICES
with 15A
Automotive Type Fuse
UNDER HOOD
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONTINUED (NOT USING SWITCH PANEL)
NOTE: Permanent disconnection of the vehicle horn is NOT recommended.
Horn
Circuit
HORN RLY
Vehicle
Horn
Momentary
SPST
+VDC
Amplifier Power
Connection Examples
Switch
Splice
+VDC
Added
SPDT
Switch
+VDC
Assumes Power is +VDC
Added
Relay
May be powered with
-VDC instead, just change
to -VDC and Amp NEG in
diagrams.
Note:
Vehicle
Horn
To
Amp POS
Vehicle horn
will also sound
To Amp POS
To Amp POS
#16G RED to +VDC
#18G BRN
#16G BLK to -VDC
#18G BRN
Waterproof butt splices
for under hood install
Match lead colors
coming from unit
In-line fuseholder
with 15A
Automotive Type Fuse
OPERATION
USING SWITCH PANEL
In an emergency situation, set the HORN SELECT switch to AIR and turn on the LITE switch in
one sweeping motion. When the horn ring on the vehicle is pressed the amplifier and speaker
produce a simulated air horn sound. A power indicator on the amplifier also lights up. The power
indicator is located on the same surface where wires emerge from amplifier.
When the emergency is over, turn off the LITE switch and set the HORN SELECT switch to VEH
in one sweeping motion. When the horn ring is pressed the regular vehicle horn will sound.
NOT USING SWITCH PANEL
As soon as power is applied, the amplifier and speaker produce a simulated air horn sound and
the power indicator lights up. The power indicator is located on the same surface where wires
emerge from amplifier.
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SERVICE
The complete system consists of the amplifier, speaker, and switch panel components along with
the wiring and electrical connections. A blown fuse on the amplifier does not necessarily
mean the amplifier is bad. If the system stops functioning or exhibits problems, first check that
the wire and electrical connections to each component are OK then check the following.
On the switch panel, check for power into (center terminal) and out of the switch. On the HORN
SELECT switch, check for power while pressing the horn ring. If there is not power into the
switch, check wire for bad connections and check fuses or breakers in the circuit. If there is
power into but not out of the switch, the switch itself may be bad.
While activating the amplifier (with horn ring), look for the power indicator to light up. If it
lights up the amplifier is OK. If not, check the fuse on the amplifier. If the fuse is OK then check
the RED and BLK power input leads for good supply and ground connections. If power into the
amplifier is OK then the amplifier may be bad.
If the fuse on the amplifier is blown, disconnect the speaker leads at the amplifier and replace
the fuse. As before, activate the amplifier and look for the power indicator to light up. If the fuse
blows again then the amplifier may be bad.
If the power indicator on the amplifier lights up, disconnect the leads at the speaker and check
the speaker inputs with an ohm meter. If the reading is less than 1 ohm or reads as open circuit
then the speaker may be bad. If the ohm meter reading is OK then the wiring or connections
between the amplifier and speaker may be faulty.
The following chart shows typical symptoms and possible causes.
PROBLEMS
Symptom
Possible Cause
Power not applied
Connections loose
In-line fuse blown
Check
No power or
output
Is the power indicator light coming on?
Is an external fuse or circuit breaker used?
Are the negative leads connected to a good ground?
Loose connection at power source
Bad speaker
Try another speaker.
Distorted sound Speaker assembly loose
Low vehicle voltage
Intermittent tone Connections loose
Bad power connection
Is the speaker bell or tip loose?
Input voltage must be greater than lowest rated voltage.
Are the splice connections tight on the unit?
Is there a loose connection on a power lead?
Circuit breaker in supply connection Is a circuit breaker used with at least a 50A rating?
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
The following parts and accessories are available from Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.:
Part
CP4990-150
Description
Fuse, 15 Amp Mini Automotive (for amplifier)
Switch, Lighted Rocker (Lite switch on panel)
Switch, Red Rocker ON - ON (Horn Select switch on panel)
CP4993
CP5044-2
Accessory
Description
* - standard accessory supplied with unit
ED1924
Cable, 6-P Lead Assembly 15FT (made w/ 3/16” Q.C. Terminals) (for switch panel)
Screw, Hex #8 Self Drilling (for mounting)
CP4051-XK-12
CP4062-K2545
*
*
Terminal, 3/16” Insulated Fem. Q.C. (for switch panel)
Manual, HPK-150 Instruction
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or contact our Service Department at:
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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
e-mail at [email protected]
If a product must be returned for any reason, please contact our Technical
Service Department to obtain a Returned Merchandise Authorization num-
ber (RMA#) before you ship the product to Carson. Please write the RMA#
clearly on the package near the mailing label. Be sure to provide a return
address, contact and phone number, along with a brief description of the
problem.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc. warrants this new product to be free from defects
in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of five (5)
years from the date of delivery to the first user-purchaser.
During this warranty period the obligation of Carson Manufacturing is limited to repairing
or replacing, as Carson Manufacturing may elect, any part or parts of such product
which after examination by Carson Manufacturing is determined to be defective in mate-
rial and/or workmanship.
This warranty does not cover labor charges for removal or re-installation of the product.
Fuses and lamps and speakers are not covered under this warranty.
This warranty does not extend to any unit that has been subjected to abuse, misuse,
improper installation or which has not been adequately maintained, nor to units which
have problems related to service or modification at any facility other than the manufac-
turer.
THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL CARSON MANU-
FACTURING COMPANY, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR ANY
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY SUCH DEFECT
IN MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP.
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