Rf Section; Electrical Data; Communication; Physical Properties - Visonic POWERMAX PRO Installer's Manual

2.2 RF Section

Operating Frequencies (MHz): 315, 433 or 868.95
Receiver Type: Super-heterodyne, fixed frequency
Receiver Range: 600 ft (180 m) in open space
Antenna Type: Spatial diversity
Coding: PowerCode and/or CodeSecure™

2.3 Electrical Data

Power Supply: Internal switching power supply (see Fig.
3.1f), optional external power supply (see section 3.5.6 and
Figure 3.1g) 100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.5A / 12.5
VDC, 1.6A.
Maximum Output Ripple: 5%
Current Drain: Approx. 40 mA standby, 1400 mA at full
load and in alarm.
Site External Siren Current (EXT): 450* mA max @ 10.5
VDC minimum when powered by AC & DC (battery).
Site Internal Siren Current (INT): 450* mA max. @ 10.5
VDC minimum when powered by AC & DC (battery)
PGM Output Current: 100* mA max.
Wired Detectors (zones 29 & 30) Total (Sum) Current:
36* mA max.
High Current / Short Circuit Protection: All outputs are
protected (automatic reset fuse).
* Total PowerMax Pro output current (of INT & EXT sirens,
PGM output and detectors) cannot exceed 550 mA.
Backup Battery Options:
Maximum external devices current
9.6V 1800 mAh
Backup
Battery Pack
period
1 battery 2 battery
(4)
pack packs
4h 240mA 400mA
8h 100mA 200mA
12h 55mA 120mA
24h 0mA
36h (no
backup)
48h (no
backup)

3. INSTALLATION

Note: The system must be installed in accordance with
Chapter 2 of the National Fire Alarm Code, ANSI/NFPA 72.

3.1 Unpacking the Equipment

Open the cardboard packing box and check whether all
items have been included. If you find out that an item is
missing, contact your vendor or dealer immediately.

3.2 Supplying Power to the Unit

Connect power to the PowerMax Pro as described in
Figure 3.1f for internal power supply or in Figure 3.1g for
external power supply. Alternatively, you may power up
from the backup battery, as shown in Figure 3.1h.
Disregard any "trouble" indications pertaining to lack of
battery or lack of telephone line connection.
3.3 System Planning & Programming
It pays to plan ahead - use the tables in appendices A and
B at the end of this guide to register the intended location
of each detector, the holder and assignment of each
transmitter and the control plan for the X-10 units.
4
9.6V 2200 mAh
(2)
Battery Pack
1 battery 2 battery
(5)
pack packs
300mA 600 mA
140 mA 260 mA
80 mA 160 mA
40mA 25 mA 70 mA
15mA 10 mA 36 mA
0mA 0 mA 18 mA
The backup periods, when the PowerMax Pro includes
internal PowerLink with 1 active camera, GSM and
proximity reader, with external load connected between
+12 / V+ terminal and GND terminal, is as follows:
Battery Pack
type
9.6V 1800 mAh
(2)
9.6V 2200 mAh
(3)
1
Devices that are connected between +12 / V+
terminal and GND of PowerMax Pro, that includes
internal GSM and proximity reader.
2
9.6V 1800 mAh, rechargeable NiMH battery pack,
p/n GP180AAM8YMX, manufactured by GP.
3
9.6V 2200 mAh, rechargeable NiMH battery pack,
p/n GP220AAH8BMX, manufactured by GP.
4
Standard / UL installation
5
Extended backup installation
Maximum battery recharge time: 72 hours
Battery Test: Once every 10 seconds.

2.4 Communication

Built-in Modem: 300 baud, Bell 103 protocol
Data Transfer to Local Computer: Via RS232 serial port
Report Destinations: 2 central stations, 4 private
telephones.
(1)
Reporting Format Options: SIA, Pulse 4/2 1900/1400 Hz,
Pulse 4/2 1800/2300 Hz, Contact ID, Scancom.
Pulse Rate: 10, 20, 33 and 40 pps - programmable
(3)
Message to Private Phones: Tone or voice

2.5 Physical Properties

(5)
Operating Temp. Range: 14°F to 120°F (-10°C to 49°C)
Storage Temp. Range: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
Humidity: 85% relative humidity, @ 30°C (86°F)
Size: 10-13/16 x 8 x 2-1/8 in. (275 x 203 x 55 mm)
Weight: 990g (2.2 pounds) without batteries
Color: Silver or white
Gather up all transmitters and detectors used in the system
and mark each one in accordance with your deployment
plan.
Program the system now as instructed in the
programming section.

3.4 Mounting

Required tool: Philips screwdriver #2.
PowerMax Pro mounting process is shown in Figure 3.1a -
3.1k.

3.5 Back Unit Mounting and Wiring

Required tools: Cutter and slotted screwdriver - 3 mm
blade.
PowerMax Pro wiring is shown in Figures 3.1b and c.
Locate the terminal block housed in the expander card
located on the upper left side of the back unit and make
the necessary connections.
Battery pack Backup
Quantity period
1 10h
2 20h
1 12h
2 24h
external
(1)
load
30mA
16 mA
50 mA
27 mA
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