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Connecting the N8096A Emergency Flasher Simulator

The N8096A is designed to generate an increasing and decreasing intensity curve alternating between two LEDs to simulate the heating and cooling of filament type bulbs. The LEDs are connected to outputs (solder points 3 - 5) and power is applied to inputs (points 1& 2). this effect reproduces the alternating flashes seen in the older type emergency vehicles of the 1950’s era..

Installing the N8096A module is very straightforward. Because the module has circuitry on both sides, care must be taken to be sure that the components or wires soldered will not make contact with any metal object which could cause a short circuit.

Any well regulated DC power source can be used to power this module providing the voltage is at least 6VDC and doesn't exceed 18VDC. Our N3512B and N3518 Power supplies are ideal for this use. Also, due to the very low power consumption, this device can also be powered by a battery, such as a standard 9-volt.

Figure 1

Important note: A low-wattage iron with a pointed tip should be used for connection of wires. Too much heat or solder can easily damage the wires, decoder or module and void the warranty.

Also, all connecting wires should be pre-tinned before soldering them to the module. This will make connection quick and easy and ensure excessive heat is not applied to the solder points.

Connecting LEDs

Included with the module are two 6” lengths of #32 insulated wire. If necessary, these can be used for power input wires. If used, we recommend the red wire be used for the + DC connection. It would be connected to solder point 1 as shown in Fig. 1. This wire could also connect through a switch to the + DC connection for remote control of the lighting effect. The other (black) wire should be connected to – DC and to solder point 2.

When connecting the LEDs, proper polarity must be observed. LEDs are “polarity sensitive” and will not function if connected backwards. The N8096 is configured for the connection of one 20 ma LED to solder points 3 & 4 and a second LED, connected to solder points 5 & 4.

Also, all connecting wires should be pre-tinned before soldering them to the module. This will make connection quick and easy and ensure excessive heat is not applied to the solder points.

When connecting the LEDs, proper polarity must be observed. LEDs are “polarity sensitive” and will not function if connected backwards. The N8096A is configured for the connection of one 20 ma LED to solder points 3 & 4 and a second LED, connected to solder points 5 & 4.

The N8096A has on-board current limiting resistance to protect these LEDs so no external resistor is required.

Using wire appropriate for the size of the LED and its placement in the structure, connect the first LED cathode (the – connection) to point 3 on the module and its anode (the +) to solder point 4. Connect the second LED cathode (-) to solder point 5, and its anode (+) to point 4. See Fig. 2 below for a schematic layout of LED hookup.

Once again, be sure to use a low-wattage soldering iron when connecting wires to the module.

Figure 2 below is a schematic layout showing LED connection.

LEDs are noted with "A" = Anode and "C" = Cathode

Figure 2

This completes connection of the N8096A module. It is recommended that a thorough re-inspection of all connections and module placement be performed prior to applying power. We hope you enjoy the added realism our module provides.