295 single speaker

[zsiya]

If I'm only running a single 100 watt speaker, do I need to hook up both red wires, or just one?

 

[Big D]

If I'm only running a single 100 watt speaker, do I need to hook up both red wires, or just one?

If you are talking about a Whelen 295 siren, then the answer is yes, both red wires on the amplifier to the battery (30A fused) and both black wires to battery ground.

 

[MtnMan]

One wire, fused at 15A, would be adequate for 100W use. However, on general principle I'd connect both, in case anyone adds a second speaker later.

 

[Skip Goulet]

Those are just like the original SVP SA400s that Whelen built for SVP. Both reds have got to be connected.

 

[Wailer]

Those are just like the original SVP SA400s that Whelen built for SVP. Both reds have got to be connected.

The old Whelen WS295s (1970s and 1980s) and the Southern VP SA400s were made by Carson.  The design is based on the Carson SA300.

The new Whelen WS295 series (1990s to present) are Whelen's own design. 

 

[Skip Goulet]

You're right....I meant to say that they were built by Carson.  Another senior moment....you know! :crazy: