Difference between V-Shaped lightbars from FS.
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Vector, can use any switchbox, standard lightbar functions. Smart Vector, has at least 2 smart pods that can act as alleys, flashers, takedowns, or rotators depending on programming, also controlled thru a standard switchbox. Vision, completely programmable, unlimited possibilities. Requires the Vision controller, same appearance as the SS2000, but interfaces to the Vision with a CAT5 cable.
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It just confuses me why Federal Signal uses multiple names for similar products with only feature variations.
It just confuses me why Federal Signal uses multiple names for similar products with only feature variations.
Yeah, I guess they could call the entire V-shaped line the Vector.
- Viewpoint = Split Vector
- Vision = SuperVector
- 3-pod Vector = Mini Vector
- IVP (individual Vector pod) = Micro Vector
- Viewpoint = Split Vector
- Vision = SuperVector
- 3-pod Vector = Mini Vector
- IVP (individual Vector pod) = Micro Vector
+1ethator said:
VECTOR:
In 7 pods. You can have rotators in 3 speeds, forward and intersection oscillators, front and rear flashers, takedown and alley lights, and a built-in arrow stick. The most common standard model includes two 95 FPM rotators, three 175 FPM rotators, rear flashers, two takedown lights, alley lights, and a built-in arrowstick.
SMART VECTOR: In 7 pods. The same as the Vector, but with two "smart pods" which can be controlled to rotate, steady burn as takedown or alley lights, oscillate, or flash.
VISION: 7 smart pods with several preset flash patterns. A LOT of user-controllability.
3-POD VECTOR:
A Vector with 3 pods and the same custom options. The most common standard model includes two 95 FPM rotators and one 175 FPM rotator.
VIEWPOINT:
One-sided split Vector with 3 or 4 pods each for a total of 6 or 8. Meant for use on big vehicles like fire trucks. Similar options to full Vector. 2x4-pod standard models include, on each side, two 95 FPM rotators and either two front oscillators or two 175 FPM rotators.
IVP:
Individual Vector Pod. Only available with a 175 FPM rotator. May also include a rear-facing flasher, or hose-bed light for use on fire trucks. (If it has a hose bed light, it must be mounted on the rear, backwards, with the sloped side facing toward the rear of the truck)
Has anyone successfully converted an IVP to a mag-mount beacon? Obviously it would be hard to do with the auxiliary light version, but is there something about the one-rotator model that would preclude it?
Stendec said:
The magnetic IVP and the 5-pod Vector are VAMA products, sold in Europe - I intentionally didn't mention that in the list above. (Also I think the Vision and Smart Vector aren't available in Europe)RJ* said:
nerdly_dood said:
Are you sure? My FD has a rescue with two of these on the back and they are regular speed.
Dan
I don't know if they ever were available in 95 or 120 - that's just what the FedSig website says:SBFD-E-9 said:
http://www.fedsig.com/products/index.php?id=4
Idaho State Police (used to) have Vectors on their cars, but I don't remember which model. A feature I found very neat was the ability to use the Takedown/Alley pods as rotatable spot lights. A seperate pair of toggle switches were used. One was a 3 position/middle off toggle. This was used to select the left or the right pod. When in the middle off position, they were controlled by the primary controller and would flash/rotate as originally designed. The second was a 2 position momentary toggle. If you clicked it to the left, the pod reflector would rotate counter clockwise, directing light in that direction. Clicking to the right, did the same but clockwise.
I always thought that setup was pretty cool, and useful from what I observed in the couple of ride-alongs I did with them.
I always thought that setup was pretty cool, and useful from what I observed in the couple of ride-alongs I did with them.