Introduction; Specifications; General Data; Rf Section - Visonic Powermax Installation Instructions Manual

1 1 1 1 . INTRODUCTION

. INTRODUCTION
. INTRODUCTION . INTRODUCTION
The PowerMax is a user and installer-friendly, 30-zone
fully-supervised wireless control panel. The system is
designed to function in a way that appeals to the user but
also includes features that make installers' life easier than
ever before:
EASY TO INSTALL
• Plug-in terminal blocks that can be wired while detached
from the unit.
• Quick attach-detach TELCO sockets for telephone line,
telephone set and X-10 controller.
• Special wall-mounted bracket permits installation without
having to open the unit's cabinet.
• Optional plug-in RS-232 module for local computer.
EASY TO MAINTAIN
• Status, alarm memory and trouble data displayed upon
request.

2 2 2 2 . SPECIFICATIONS

. SPECIFICATIONS
. SPECIFICATIONS . SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 General Data

Number of Zones: 29 wireless, 1 hardwired (zone No. 30).
Hardwired Zone: 2.2 kΩ E.O.L. resistance (max. resistance
of wires 220 Ω).
Zone Types: Interior, perimeter, delay 1, delay 2,
follower-perimeter, 24 hours - audible, 24 hours - silent, fire,
non-alarm and emergency.
User Codes: 8 codes, 4 digits each
Control Facilities:
- Integral keypad,
- PowerCode / Code-Secure™ hand-held transmitters,
- Remote telephone,
- Local or remote computer.
Display: Single line, back lighted 16-character LCD and 4
LED indicators
Arming Modes: AWAY,
HOME-INSTANT, LATCHKEY, FORCED.
Alarm Types: Silent alarm, siren alarm or sounder
(internal) alarm, in accordance with zone attributes.
Siren Signals: Continuous (intrusion/24 hours/panic);
triple pulse - pause - triple pulse... (fire).
Siren Timeout: Programmable (4 minutes by default)
Internal Sounder Output: at least 85 dBA at 10 ft (3 m)
Supervision: Programmable time frame for inactivity alert
Special Functions:
- Speech and sound control
- Powerline Carrier Device Control (up to seven X-10
brand units) by transmitter, by timer or by event
- Chime zones
- Diagnostic test and event log
- Remote control by telephone
- Computer control and data download/upload
- Calling for help by using an emergency transmitter
- Tracing inactivity of elderly, physically handicapped and
infirm people.
- Two-way voice communication
Data Retrieval: Status, alarm memory, trouble, event log.
Real Time Clock: The control panel keeps and displays
time and date.
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HOME, AWAY-INSTANT
WWW.DIYALARMFORUM.COM
• Diagnostic test provides visual and audible indication of
the signal level of each detector.
• Remote control and status verification from distant
telephones.
• Event log stores and displays information on 100 past
events.
• Upload / download from distant computer via telephone
line and modem.
• Backup battery uses standard, easily obtained cells.
QUICK PROGRAMMING
• Multiple choice selection of options for each parameter.
• Visual and audible prompts.
• The installer can access and change the user settings.
A fully equipped alarm system based on the PowerMax
consists of the units shown in Figure 2 of the user's guide.
Compliance with Standards:
UL1023 - household burglar alarm system unit - Grade A
UL1635 - digital alarm communicator system unit - Grade C
Note: FCC Statements are printed at the end of this manual.

2.2 RF Section

Operating Frequencies: 315 MHz or other UHF channels
per local requirement in the country of use.
Receiver Type: Super-heterodyne, fixed frequency
Receiver Range: 500 ft (150 m) in open space
Coding: PowerCode and/or CodeSecure™

2.3 Electrical Data

Power Supply: Plug-in transformer. 120 VAC, 60 Hz /
9 VAC, 700 mA (12VA).
Note: For UL installation, one of the two following
transformers must be used:
A. Dongguan Oriental Hero Electrical - type OH-41073AT
B. Good Power Electronics Ltd. - type GPA-41-3498
Current Drain: Approx. 95 mA standby, 500 mA at full
load and in alarm.
Sounder Output Current Supply Capability
Internal: 30 mA max.
External: 130 mA max.
PGM (auxiliary) Outputs Current Sinking: 100 mA max.
Fuse Ratings: 1A for battery protection; 0.5 A for siren /
sounder circuit protection.
Backup Battery (provides power for at least 4 hours)
Option 1 - 9V, six alkaline AA cells, 1.8 Ah
Option 2 - 7.2 V, six Nickel Cadmium rechargeable AA
cells, 650 mA/h
Note: For UL installation, the following cell types must be
used:
Alkaline Cells - Golden Power GLR6A or XIAMEN LR6/AA
Rechargeable Cells - Golden Power KR650AA1
Battery Test: Once every 24 hours, and once per hour
during AC power loss.
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