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Federal Signal's Touchmaster series of siren and public address systems, manufactured
by Unitrol®, provides the ultimate in reliability and ease of use. The simplified
switching controls virtually eliminate fumbling for push buttons or switches while on a
call or in pursuit. All Touchmaster models feature five siren sounds (Yelp, Wail, Hi-Lo,
Ultra Hi-Lo®, and Hetro®), horn ring transfer, SWEEP/LOCK®, Siren Kill,
air horn, alarm, direct access P.A., flashing indicator lights, dimmable panel lights,
audible "Clicker" indicator, and ACP technology.
Models for Every Need
Standard models are available, from either a basic toggle switch to a slide-bar for
complete warning equipment control. Further customization can be achieved with optional
features. TM1 and TM2 series models include a toggle switch that can operate a
warning light or headlight flasher. TM3 and TM4 series models come with Unitrol's reliable
60 amp slide-bar, which performs without internal or external relays, and can control
any arrangement of lights and the siren. TM2 and TM4 series models also have auxiliary
switches that can be used to control accessories.
P.A./Air Horn Only Systems
Several Touchmaster models are available without siren features. These units provide
public address, air horn, and warning light controls. They are:
| UTMPA1 |
PA/Air Horn system. |
| UTMPA2 |
PA/Air Horn system with 4 on/off switches. |
| UTMPA3 |
PA/Air Horn system with control for 2 warning lights. |
| UTMPA4 |
PA/Air Horn system with 1 warning light switch and 4 on/off switches. |
| UTMPA5 |
PA/Air Horn system with slide-bar warning light control. |
| UTMPA6 |
PA/Air Horn system with slide-bar warning light control and 4 on/off switches. |
All of the full-featured Touchmaster models are listed below with a description of their
individual characteristics.
Automatic Component Protection
By constantly checking for short-circuits, Automatic Component Protection (ACP) stops
damage to Touchmaster sirens should a speaker fail. Remove the short and operation
returns to normal no need to replace fuses, output transistors, or reset the siren.
SWEEP and LOCK Modes
These special features built into the Touchmaster increase convenience and speed siren
mode changes. SWEEP mode makes the siren warning more noticeable by cycling through
each of three sounds in six second intervals. The LOCK mode also speeds siren sound
changes. With the siren activated, LOCK changes WAIL to continuous Yelp and HI-LO to
continuous Hetro® until the original sound is restored with a tap of the horn ring.
With Siren Kill, all siren sound is shut off automatically when the vehicle is shifted
into Park, but all warning lights and PA/Radio functions remain active.
Additional Features
All Touchmaster models allow broadcast of two-way radio messages over the loudspeaker.
(An optional feature, mic adapter, allows the radio microphone to be used for public
address.) During non-pursuit conditions, the BYPASS switch allows the operator to use
the siren without activating the warning lights. For take-home and K-9 vehicles, the
Touchmaster Alert feature supplies a special non-siren Alarm tone which warns of
tampering or of high temperature within the vehicle.
Installation
Touchmaster units are designed for quick and easy installation. Mounting brackets are
cast to allow the siren to slide out after just a couple turns of the screws. All
connections are individually labeled for identification, making installation a snap.
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