AMX PC1 User Manual

Installation Guide

PC1 Power Controller, 10 A (110 VAC only)

Overview

The PC1 (FG670) is a 10-Amp Power Controller for 110 VAC (FIG. 1).

AC1 (remote operation) Control Mode

Pushbutton

DIP Switch

(front)

4-pin captive-wire

(rear)

Control Wiring

connector

Switched Power Output socket AC Power Input

FIG. 1 PC1 Power Controller

The PC1 provides one switched power socket for up to 1200 watts of equipment
power.

Note: The PC1 will work the NXC-I/O10 input/output control card.

Specifications

PCI (FG670) Product Specifications

Control Inputs Remote control contact and switch closure.
Power Outputs • 1 switched 3-wire socket.

• 110 VAC.

• 1200 watts total.
Load Fuse Internal 10A (load capacity).
Power Input • 105 to 125 VAC.

• 3 watts maximum.

Front Panel Components:

AC1 pushbutton • This latching on/off switch controls power to a switched

DIP Switch Controls the AC1pushbutton operating mode.

Rear Panel Components:

Control • 4-pin captive-wire connector providing remote operation of

Switched Power
Output

AC Power Input • 3-conductor line cord providing 120 VAC power to the PS1

socket.

• The LED in the pushbutton indicates that socket power is

ON.

the PC1.

• Terminals accept 24 - 12 AWG wire.

• Class 2 Circuit only.

• Socket for control of external equipment.

• Total max. power load = 1200 watts.

• An internal 10A load fuse is provided.

• 120 VAC, 1200W, 50/60 Hz.

and switched power socket.

• 120 VAC, 10 Amp, 50/60Hz.

PCI Product Specifications (Cont.)

Enclosure: Metal with black matte finish.
Dimensions (HWD) 1.5" x 5.5" x 5.5" (3.81 cm x 13.97 cm x 13.97 cm)
Weight 28 oz. (793.79 g)
Included

Accessories
Other AMX

Equipment
Certifications UL Listed E205789

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, equipment has a grounding type
plug that has a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding type
outlet. If the plug does not fit into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

Power Cord - 6 ft. (1.83 m), with 3-wire grounded plug.

AC-RK Rack Mount Kit (FG515)

Control Wiring

The 4-pin captive-wire connector on the rear panel (FIG. 2) provides wiring to
remote pushbuttons, switches, or rela y contacts.

FIG. 2 4-Pin Captive Wire Control Wiring connector

The tables below list momentary/ l atc h ing, and discrete on/off mode pinouts and
functions.

Momentary/Latching Mode

Pin Function

1 Unit Ground Input Contact Common
2 Channel 1 ON/OFF
3N/C
4N/C

Discrete On/Off Mode

Pin Function

1 Unit Ground Input Contact Common
2 Channel 1 ON
3N/C
4 Channel 1 OFF

DIP Switch Settings

The 4-position DIP Switch on the front panel is used to set the mode of
operation for the AC1 (remote operation) pushbutton (FIG. 3).

FIG. 3 DIP Switch and AC1 Remote Operation Pushbutton

The settings are shown below:

AC1 Momentary (Default)

Switch Setting (Down = On)

1ON
2ON
3ON
4ON

AC1 Latching

Switch Setting (Down = On)

1OFF
2OFF
3ON
4ON

Discrete ON/OFF

Switch Setting (Down = On)

1ON
2OFF
3OFF
4ON

1

234

1

234

1

234

For full warranty information, refer to the AMX Instruction Manual(s) associated with your Product(s).

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12/09

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