
FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
INTENDED USE Suitable for applications requiring both exit sign and unit equipment. Attractive, 8" tall,
streamlined design is great for above-the-door applications and other tight ts. Optional high-output version
with remote lamps are ideal for emergency egress lighting. Certain airborne contaminants can diminish
integrity of acrylic. Click here for Acrylic Environmental Compatibility table, for suitable uses.
CONSTRUCTION Engineering-grade thermoplastic housing is impact-resistant, scratch-resistant and
corrosion-proof. UL94V-O ame rating. UV-stable resin resists discoloration from natural and man-made
light sources.
Rugged unibody housing snaps together with no additional fasteners. Faceplate and back cover are interchangeable on housing. Positive snap-t tabs hold faceplate securely, yet are easily removable for lamp
c
ompartment access. Universal, directional chevron inserts are easily removed and reinserted.
Uniform graphics illumination without shadows or hot spots. Letters are 6" high with 3/4" stroke, with 100 ft.
viewing distance rating based upon UL924 standard.
LEDs mounted on primary circuit boards for sign illumination. Low-energy LED lamp in sign operates in normal
(AC input) and emergency (DC input) modes.
Low-prole, integrated test switch/pilot light. Easily viewed bright red status indicator.
Unique track-and-swivel arrangement permits full range of direction of lamp head adjustment. Universal J-box
mounting pattern. Tool-less access for maintenance. Conduit entry position on top of unit.
U.S. Patent No. 6,848,798; 6,499,866; 6,142,648; 5,797,673; D379,373; 5,526,251; D484,272;
D473,672; 5,611,163; 5,646,502.
OPTICS Twin LED lamp heads operate in emergency (DC input) mode with 12 series-parallel white LEDs
in each head. Provides redundant light sources to ensure emergency lighting performance. The typical life of
the exit LED lamp is 10 years.
ELECTRICAL Dual-voltage input capability (120/277V). Edge connector on printed circuit board ensures
long-term durability.
Current-limiting charger maximizes battery life and minimizes energy consumption. Provides low operating
costs.
Short-circuit protection — current-limiting charger circuitry protects printed circuit board from shorts.
Thermal compensation adjusts charger output to provide optimum charge voltage relative to ambient
temperature.
Regulated charge voltage maintains constant-charge voltage over a wide range of line voltages. Prevents over/
undercharging that shortens battery life and reduces capacity.
Filtered charger input minimizes charge voltage ripple and extends battery life.
AC/LVD reset allows battery connection before AC power is applied and prevents battery damage from
deep discharge.
Single multi-color LED indicator to display two-state charging, test activation and three-state diagnostic test.
Test switch provides manual activation of 30-second diagnostic testing for on-demand visual inspection.
Self-diagnostic testing for 30 seconds every 30 days, 30 minutes at 180-day interval, and 90 minutes annually.
Diagnostic evaluation of LED light source, AC-to-DC transfer, charging and battery condition.
Battery: Sealed, maintenance-free nickel-cadmium battery delivers 90-minute capacity to emergency
lamps. Two-state contstant-current charge maximizes battery life and automatically recharges after battery
discharge. Low-voltage disconnect prevents excessively deep discharge that can permanently damage the bat
tery. Optional high-output battery to power both local and optional LED remote lamp heads simultaneously.
Catalog
Number
Notes
Type
Thermoplastic Exits
LHQM LED
LED Lamp Head
Nickel-Cadmium Battery
HO R0
INSTALLATION — Top, end or back mounting. Housing snaps to canopy with positive-locking tabs. Cam
locking pin secures housing to canopy.
Easily removed mounting knockouts. Conduit entry knockout for 1/2" exible conduit. J-box pattern on back panel.
LISTINGS — UL damp location listed standard 50°-104°F (10°-40°C). Meets UL 924, NFPA 101 (current Life
Safety Code), NEC and OSHA illumination standards.
WARRANTY — 5-year limited warranty. (Battery is prorated). Complete warranty terms located at
www.AcuityBrands.com/CustomerResources/Terms_and_Conditions.aspx.
ote: Actu al performa nce may dier as a resu lt of end-user env ironment and appl ication.
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All values are design or typical values, measured under laboratory conditions at 25 °C.
Speci cations subjec t to change witho ut notice.
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ORDERING INFORMATION
Lead times will vary depending on options selected. Consult with your sales representative.
Example: LHQM LED G
LHQM LED
Fami ly Lamp type Housing color Letter color Options
LHQM Stencil fa ce,
single fac e plate
with ex tra face
plate
LED Two
1.5 W/9.6V
white LED
(blank) White
B Black
R Red
G Green
HO High-output Ni-cad bat tery NOM Meets Mexican standard s
HO R0 High-output option, less lamp heads SALIDA NOM Salida signage (non-UL)
SD Self-diagnostics
1
2
Accessori es: Order as separate catalog numbe r.
ELA Q L0309 SD Single LED indoor remote head, white, self-diagnostics
ELA T Q L0309 SD Twin LED indoor remote head, white, self-diagnostics
ELA QWP L0309 SD Single LED weather-proof remote head, gray, self-
ELA T QWP L0309 SD Twin LED weather-proof remote head, gray, self-
ELA Q L0309 Single LED indoor remote head, white
ELA T Q L0309 Twin LED indoor remote head, white
ELA QWP L0309 Single LED weather-proof remote head, gray
ELA T QWP L0309 Twin LED weather-proof remote head, gray
diagnostics
diagnostics
3,4,5
3,4,5
4,5
4,5
4,5
4,5
3,4,5
ELA WG3 Wireguard, 30” W x 13-1/2” H x 6” D
3,4,5
ELA WG2M Wireguard, 21-1/4” W x 15” H x 12” D
ELA LQMUS12 12” white stem k it
7
ELA LED M12 Single LED remote lamp
ELA LED T M12 Twin LED remote lamp
ELA LED WP M12 Single LED Weather proof remote lamp
ELA LED T WP M12 Twin LED Weather pr oof remote lamp
8,9
6
6
8,9
EMERGENCY LHQMLED
Notes
1 Available in black or white. Consult factory for options.
2 Only available in white. NOM standard.
3 Only compatible with self-diagnostic option. (ex: HO SD)
4 Also available in black. Add "B" after ELA to order black
nish. Example: ELA B Q L0309.
5 Only compatible with HO option . See spec sheet ELA-Q-LED.
6 See spec sheet ELA-WG.
7 See spec sheet ELA-Stemkits.
8 See spec sheet ELA LED (Contractor Select LED Remotes).
9 Not available with SD.
8,9
8,9

LHQM LED QUANTUM® Exit/Unit Combo
5-5/8
(14.3)
1/2” flexible conduit entry knockout
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical
Primary Circuit
Typical
LED life
Red and gre en LED 10 years
Supply
1
voltage
120 .05 4.3
277 .03 4.3
Max
amps
Max
watts
BATTERY
Ni-Cad
Voltage
9.6 3 years 7-9 years none
1 Based on continuous operation.
2 At 77°F (25°C).
3 All life safety equipment, including emergency lighting path of egress, must be maintained, serviced and tested
in accordance with all National Fire Protection Association and local codes. Failure to perform the required
maintenance, service or testing could jeopardize the safety of occupants and will void all warranties.
4 Optimum ambient temperature range where unit will provide capacity for 90 minutes. Higher and lower
temperatures aect life and capacity. Consult factory for detailed information.
5. Battery life is negatively impacted by many variables including temperature, charging rates, number of cycles
and deep discharges due to long periods of time without AC power.
Shelf
life
Typical
2
Maintenance
2
life
Remote Output Capacity
Standard
unit
NA NA 3W 6W
Combo
Combo/high-output
bat tery(H O)
Combo/high-output (HO)
Optimum
3
temperature
50 -104 °F
(10-40°C)
and no head s (RO)
4
MOUNTING
All dimensions are inches (centimeters).
Shipping weight: 3.6 lbs. (1.6 kgs.).
Top
(11.1)
9
2-1/4
(5.7)
Face
(48.9)
(30.5)
Backplate
8
(20.3)
12
Te
End
pattern for various
standard j-boxes
8
(20.3)
4
(10.2)
6
(15.2)
12
(30.5)
LAMP PHOTOMETRICS
QUANTUM LED SERIES – SINGLE COVERAGE
3W Total White LEDs
Using a single unit at a typical 7.5’ mounting height delivers an average illuminance of 1.0 FC
over a distance of 24’ on a 3’ path of egress and 18’ on a 6’ path of egress.
Example of single LHQM LED exit
illuminating a 3' path of egress
Example of single LHQM LED exit
illuminating a 6' path of egress
QUANTUM LED SERIES – MULTIPLE COVERAGE
3W Total White LEDs
Using multiple units at a typical 7.5’ mounting height delivers 25’ center-to-center spacing on a
3’ path of egress and 20’ center-to-center spacing on a 6’ path of egress.
Example of multiple LHQM LED exits
illuminating a 3' path of egress
Example of multiple LHQM LED exits
illuminating a 6' path of egress
EXTENDED RUNTIME FOR HIGHOUTPUT EXITS
Product Run time
LHQM LED HO (no remotes) 3.8 hours
LHQM LED HO R0 (no remotes) 7.5 hours
LHQMLED
EMERGENCY: One Lithonia Way Conyers, GA 30012 Phone: 800-334-8694 www.lithonia.com © 2012-2016 Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. All rights reserved. Rev. 09/01/16