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Vista Lightbars

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available in: Innovative design
incorporates offset light
assemblies to maximize
emergency warning.
Aerodynamic housing and
aluminum base provide fuel
efficiency as well as stability.
Primary lighting assemblies
deliver superior warning
The VISTA multi-level lightbar, available in strobe, halogen and LEDoptions, delivers superior emergency to the critical intersection
warning. angles.
Vista lightbars are available in
Primary Warning 36", 44", 53", 62" and 71"
VISTA delivers excellent emergency warning performance with dual lighting levels. lengths.
The upper-level primary warning assemblies are offset for superior warning to the
critical 45 and 90 traffic intersection angles, where emergency vehicles and cross Vista Strobe models use the
traffic are most vulnerable. Ricochet Strobe Power Supply
and high-output strobe
Primary warning assemblies are offered in strobe or halogen and both incorporate reflectors.
computer designed reflectors and lensing to provide precise, brilliant optics.
Multiple lighting levels
Incredibly bright and reliable halogen rotators provide effective primary warning
provide effective secondary
with rotator speeds of 95, 120 or 175 flashes per minute. The domes can be solid
warning and superior scene
color or use full or quarter rotator filter options.
illumination.
Secondary Warning Vista secondary LED options
Vista's lower level adds offer improved performance
effective secondary and efficiency.
warning and superior
scene illumination.
Secondary assembly options include flashing alleys, takedowns, directional strobes
and steady burning halogen lights.
Ricochet Strobe Power Supply

The Vista strobe version uses proprietary

Ricochet strobe power supplies, high-output
reflector assemblies and effective flash
patterns. The flash patterns maximize the
performance of the complete package and
are selectable from the cable end, without
opening the lightbar. Agencies may specify
4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 primary strobes heads High-output strobe reflector assemblies
depending upon the size of the bar.
Intersection Lighting Options LED Lighting Options
Special intersection light assemblies allow more attention LEDs can be chosen for flashing, steady burning and
getting warning at critical 45 and 90 intersection angles. SignalMaster assemblies for improved performance.
VistaBeam strobes powered by the Ricochet provide Reduced amp draw and improved resistance to shock are
effective warning protection. benefits of these LED assemblies.
The 110 sweeping arch of the VistaRay provides intense LEDs are available as Gen. III, Cuda TriOptics or
halogen lighting for increased coverage. Gen. I T1.
Low amp draw reduces strain on vehicle electrical
systems.
LEDs have no filaments and are encapsulated in epoxy
which improves resistance to shock and vibration.
Higher reliability means less vehicle downtime and
Rear Directional and Warning Options reduced maintenance cost to departments.
The rear directional SignalMaster warns approaching
Precision placement of components and precision
vehicles for added safety. Optically enhanced lenses
optics enhance LED performance.
distribute light better for high visibility at off-axis angles.
The Vista offers many secondary choices. This versatility is
important for agencies with special needs.

Shown with LED SignalMaster.

Popular Models

Primary Lighting (Upper Level) Secondary Lighting (Lower Level)

The top of each diagram represents the front of the vehicle.

3 4 5 6
2 O FF O TD O TD O FF 7
B C Vista Diagram Legend
ROF ROF 1 O VR C C C C O VR 8
C C ROM 120 FPM Rotator
ROM ROM O VR C C O VR
C C ROF 175 FPM Rotator
A DRIVER PASSENGER D DRIVER PASSENGER
H SIDE SIDE E O AL SIDE SIDE O AL TCL Traffic Clearing Light
C C
O RF O RF STR Ricochet Strobe System
16 O O O O 9
C C
G F 15 C C C C 10 AL (1) Pair Alley Lights
14 13 12 11
TF (1) Pair Takedown Lights
Model #581002-00003
VR (1) Pair VISTA Ray, Halogen
Intersection Sweepers
FF (1) Pair Flashing Lights
3 4 5 6
2 O O O O 7 RF (2) Pair Flashing Lights
B C
STR STR 1 O
C
C C C C O
C
8
VB VistaBeam Strobe Head
C C
STR STR O
C
O
C DS Directional Strobe Head
A DRIVER PASSENGER D DRIVER PASSENGER
H SIDE SIDE E O AL SIDE SIDE O AL SM 6-Head SignalMaster,
STR STR C
O O
C Halogen, Amber
16 9
G
STR STR F
C O
15 C
O
C
O
C
O
C
C
10
14 13 12 11

Model #581012-00002
Popular Models

Primary Lighting (Upper Level) Secondary Lighting (Lower Level)

The top of each diagram represents the front of the vehicle.

C 3 4 5 6 7 8
2 O FF O TD O TD O FF 9
B
ROF ROF ROF
D
1 O C C
O
C
O
C C C O 10
C C
ROM K ROM O O
A C C
DRIVER PASSENGER E DRIVER PASSENGER
J SIDE SIDE F O AL SIDE SIDE O AL
C C
O RF O RF
O RF
20 C O O RF O O O C 11
I G 19 C C C C C C 12
18 17 16 15 14 13
H
Model #581004-00004

C 3 4 5 6 7 8
2 O FF O TD O TD O FF 9
B
ROF ROF ROF
D
1 O VR C C
O
C
O
C C C O VR 10
C C
ROM K ROM O VR O VR
A C C
DRIVER PASSENGER E DRIVER PASSENGER
J SIDE SIDE F O AL SIDE SIDE O AL
C C
O RF O RF
20 C O SM O SM O SM O SM O SM O SM C 11
I G 19 C C C C C C 12
18 17 16 15 14 13
H
Model #581004-00006

C 3 4 5 6 7 8
B D
2 O FF O TD O O O TD O FF 9
STR TCL STR 1 O C C C C C C O 10
C C
STR K STR O VB O VB
A C C
DRIVER PASSENGER E DRIVER PASSENGER
J SIDE SIDE F O AL SIDE SIDE O AL
STR STR C
O RF O RF
C

STR 20 C O SM O SM O SM O SM O SM O SM 11
I
STR G 19 C C C C C C
C
12
18 17 16 15 14 13
H
Model #581014-00004

C 3 4 5 6 7 8
B D
2 O FF O TD O DS O DS O TD O FF 9
STR TCL STR 1 O C C C C C C O 10
C C
STR K STR O VB O VB
A C C
DRIVER PASSENGER E DRIVER PASSENGER
J SIDE SIDE F O AL SIDE SIDE O AL
STR STR C
O RF O RF
C

STR 20 C O SM O SM O SM O SM O SM O SM 11
I
STR G 19 C C C C C C
C
12
18 17 16 15 14 13
H
Model #581014-00005

Dimensions
Model Length Width Height Approximate Shipping Weight
36" 36.1 in. (91.8 cm) 18.3 in (46.5 cm) 5.8 in (14.7 cm) 29.0 lbs (13.2 kg)
44" 44.9 in (114.0 cm) 18.3 in (46.5 cm) 5.8 in (14.7 cm) 51.0 lbs (23.2 kg)
53" 53.7 in (136.4 cm) 18.3 in (46.5 cm) 5.8 in (14.7 cm) 61.0 lbs (27.7 kg)
> How t o Order

Choose one of the preconfigured models listed or use For additional information on the Vista Lightbar, contact your
Federal Signals Specify All Options (SAO) forms: local distributor or call us at (800) 264-3578. Remember
to specify your mount kit type and dome color when
581002-VHS 36" Vista Halogen or Strobe
ordering.
581004-VHS 44" Vista Halogen or Strobe
581006-VHS 53" Vista Halogen or Strobe
581008-VHS 62" Vista Halogen or Strobe
581009-VHS 71" Vista Halogen or Strobe
581024-VHS 44" Vista Combination Halogen or Strobe
581026-VHS 53" Vista Combination Halogen or Strobe
The forms are located on our website at www.fedsig.com.

Technical Specifications
Lighting Option FPM Current Draw Lamp Type Watts/Joules Reflector Type Lens Available
Primary Sources
Strobe Head @ std. power various - linear strobe 15W/Head polished Y
Strobe Head @ low power various - linear strobe 7.5W/Head polished Y
Power Supply (4/6 head) - 5.5A/8.0A - 60W/90W - -
Primary (Upper-Level) Warning Lights
Rotating Light - Standard 95 3.9A bayonet halogen 50W polished Y
Rotating Light - Medium 120 3.9A bayonet halogen 50W polished Y
Rotating Light - Fast 175 3.9A bayonet halogen 50W polished Y
Center Section (Upper-Level) Warning Lights
Oscillator 240 3.9A bayonet halogen 50W polished Y
Meteor TCL various 3.9A bayonet halogen 50W polished N
Secondary (Lower-Level) Sources
Alley Light steady 3.9A bi-pin halogen 50W polished N
Flashing Alley Light flash or steady 3.9A bi-pin halogen 50W polished N
Takedown/Spot Light steady 3.9A bi-pin halogen 50W polished N
Flashing Takedown Light flash or steady 3.9A bi-pin halogen 50W polished N
Flashing Light 90 2.7A bi-pin halogen 35W diffused Y
SignalMaster Light various 2.1A bi-pin halogen 27W diffused Y
Steady Burn/Work Light steady 3.9A bayonet halogen 50W polished N
Brake/Turn/Tail Lamp - 2.1A/0.6A incandescent 32W/3W diffused Y
VistaRay ICL 190 3.9A bayonet halogen 50W polished N
Directional strobe various - helical strobe 10W/Head polished N
Power Supply (2/4 head) - 4.0A - 40W - -
LEDs
TriOptic Heads - 1.05A - - - -
Solaris Head - .70A - - - -
Note: To calculate total current draw of LED devices, multiply individual head current draw by the number of heads energized at any one time.

VISTA, Ricochet, Cuda TriOptic, VistaBeam, VistaRay and SignalMaster are

2645 Federal Signal Drive, University Park, IL 60466-3195 trademarks of Federal Signal Corporation
Tel.: (800) 264-3578 Fax: (800) 682-8022
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