Visonic PWRMAXPLUS Installation Instructions

POWERMAX+

Fully Supervised Wireless Alarm Control System

Installation Instructions

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION........................................................ 2

2. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 2

2.1 General Data....................................................... 2

2.2 RF Section .......................................................... 2

2.3 Electrical Data..................................................... 2

2.4 Communication ................................................... 3

2.5 Physical Properties ............................................. 3

3. INSTALLATION.......................................................... 3

3.1 Unpacking the Equipment .................................... 3

3.2 Supplying Power to the Unit................................. 3

3.3 Programming........................................................ 3

3.4 Mounting ............................................................. 3

3.5 Wiring ................................................................... 3

3.6 Connecting the AC Transformer .......................... 6

3.7 PowerMax+ Compatible Detectors....................... 6

3.8 PowerMax+ Compatible Transmitters.................. 6

3.9 PowerMax+ Compatible WL Siren ....................... 7

3.10 Installing an Optional X-10 Siren.......................... 7

3.11 Connecting PowerMax+ to a Computer ............... 7

3.12 Connecting PowerMax+ to GSM Modem............. 7

MESSAGE TO THE INSTALLER

The PowerMax+ control panel is supplied with 3 instruction manuals:

 Installation Instructions (this manual - for your exclusive use)
 Programming Guide (for your exclusive use)
 User’s Guide (for your use during installation only. Must be handed over to the master user after testing the system).

Appendices A and B of the installation instructions will help you prepare an installation plan. Please take time to fill out the
forms - your job will become much easier and confusion will be prevented. Filling out the forms will also help you create a
list of detectors and transmitters that must be obtained for the particular application. Compatible detectors and transmitters
are listed and described briefly in Paragraphs 3.7 and 3.8 of this manual.

Remember - it is advisable to power up the control panel temporarily after unpacking and program it on the work bench, in
accordance with the installation plan. Paragraph 3.3 of this manual refers you to the programming guide.

The programming flow charts in the programming guide show all options available for each parameter. Factory defaults are
marked with a dark box to their right, and other options (that can be selected instead) are marked by clear boxes. This
method allows you to put a checkmark in the appropriate clear box whenever you deviate from the factory defaults.

Although setting the correct time and date is one of the user tasks, we recommend that you set the time and date in the
course of programming. Access to the “User Settings” for the installer is possible through item 10 on the installer‘s menu or
through the user menu (see User’s manual section 7).

After programming, proceed to install the system as detailed in the Installation Instructions, from paragraph 3.4 onward.

WARNING! Zone type "emergency" can not be used for medical applications in UL-listed systems.
The installer should verify line seizure. Be aware of other phone line services such as DSL.

4. TESTING PROCEDURES .......................................... 7

4.1 Preparations ........................................................ 7

4.2 Diagnostic Test.................................................... 7

4.3 Keyfob Transmitter Test ...................................... 7

4.4 Appliance ON/OFF Test ...................................... 8

4.5 Emergency Transmitter Test ............................... 8

5. MAINTENANCE.......................................................... 8

5.1 Dismounting the Control Panel............................ 8

5.2 Replacing the Backup Battery ............................. 8

5.3 Fuse Replacement .............................................. 8

5.4 Replacing/Relocating Detectors .......................... 8

APPENDIX A. DETECTOR DEPLOYMENT AND

TRANSMITTER ASSIGNMENTS ............................... 9

A.1 Detector Deployment Plan .................................. 9

A.2 Keyfob Transmitter List ....................................... 9

A.3 Emergency Transmitter List .............................. 10

A.4 Non-Alarm Transmitter List ............................... 10

APPENDIX B. X-10 UNIT AND PGM OUTPUT

ASSIGNMENTS ........................................................ 10

FCC STATEMENTS ....................................................... 11

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1. INTRODUCTION

The PowerMax+ is a user and installer-friendly, 30-zone
fully-supervised wireless control system. The system is
designed to function in a way that appeals to the user but
also offers features that make installers’ life easier than
ever before:

EASY TO INSTALL

• Plug-in terminal blocks can be wired while detached

from the unit.

• Quick attach-detach TELCO sockets for telephone line

and X-10 controller. Terminal block for telephone line &
set.

• 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 are displayed

upon request.

2. SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 General Data

Zones Number: 28 wireless, 2 hardwired (zones 29 & 30).
Hardwired Zone Requirements: 2.2 kΩ E.O.L. resistance

(max. resistance of wires 220 Ω).
Zone Types: Interior follower, perimeter, perimeter follower,

delay 1, delay 2, 24h silent, 24h audible, fire, non-alarm,
emergency, gas and flood.

User Codes: 8 codes, 4 digits each
Control Facilities:

- Integral keypad

- PowerCode / Code-Secure™ hand-held transmitters

- Wireless commander, MCM-140+

- Remote telephone

- Local or remote computer

Display: Single line, back lighted 16-character LCD and 4
LED indicators.

Arming Modes: AWAY, HOME, AWAY-INSTANT, HOME­INSTANT, LATCHKEY, FORCED, BYPASS.

Alarm Types: Silent alarm, siren alarm or sounder
(internal) alarm, in accordance with zone attributes.
Siren Signals: Continuous
triple pulse - pause - triple pulse...

Siren (bell) Timeout: Programmable (4 min. by default)
Internal Sounder Output: At least 85 dBA at 10 ft (3 m)
Supervision: Signaling at 60 minutes interval (U.S.

version), 15 minute interval (UK version) or according to
local standards

Special Functions:

- Speech and sound control

- Powerline Carrier Device Control (up to fifteen X-10
brand units) by various factors, as programmed

- 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

- Message center (recording and playback)

- Two-way voice communication

Data Retrieval: Status, alarm memory, trouble, event log.
Real Time Clock: The control panel keeps and displays

time and date.

(intrusion / 24 hours / panic);

(fire).

• 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.

QUICK PROGRAMMING

• Multiple-choice selection of options for each parameter.

• Unequivocal visual prompts and audible signals.

• Installer access to the user menu.

A fully equipped alarm system based on the PowerMax+
consists of the units shown in Figure 2 of the user’s guide.

Compliance with U.S. Standards:
Meets FCC Part 15 and Part 68 requirements.
UL1023 - Household Burglar Alarm System Unit - Grade A.
UL985 - Household fire warning System.
UL1635 – Digital Alarm Communicator System Units.

Compliance with European Standards:
EMC Emission: EN 50081-1 1992, EN300220-3
RFI: EN55022 1998
EMC Immunity: EN 50082-1 1997, EN301489-3
EMC Immunity to Conducted RF: EN6100-4-6 1996
Telephony: TBR21 1998
Safety: EN60950+ Am1(93), Am2(93), Am3(95), Am4(97)

According to the European standard EN5013-1, the
PowerMax+ security grading is 2 – "low to medium risk" and
environmental classification is II – "indoor general".

The PowerMax+ is compatible with the RTTE requirements ­Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 9 March 1999.

2.2 RF Section

Operating Frequencies: 315 MHz (in USA & Canada) or
other UHF channels per local requirement in the country of
use.

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: Plug-in transformer.
120 VAC, 60 Hz / 9 VAC, 1A (in the U.S.A.)
230 VAC, 50 Hz / 9 VAC, 1A

Note: It is possible to use 700 mA transformer if the used
siren current consumption is less than 300 mA.

UL installation: Use transformer type OH-41111AT,
manufactured by Oriental Hero Electrical Factory.

In Europe and elsewhere: Use only Safety National
Approved AC adapter, mains-to-9 VAC, 0.7A or 1A.

Current Drain: Approx. 65 mA standby, 800 mA at full
load and in alarm.

Site External Siren Current (EXT): 550* mA max.
Site Internal Siren Current (INT): 550* mA max.
PGM Output Current: 100* mA max.

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Detector 1 & 2 Total (Sum) Current: 100* mA max.

Current / Short Circuit Protection: All outputs are

High

protected (current limited).
* Total PowerMax+ output current (of INT & EXT sirens,

PGM output and detectors) cannot exceed 600 mA.
Total INT & EXT sirens current consumption cannot
exceed 550 mA. For UL installations, total output

current cannot exceed 550 mA.

Backup Battery (provides power for at least 24 hours),
according to the purchase option:

Option 1 (applicable for UL installations): 7.2V 2100 mAh,

rechargeable NiMH battery, p/n GP211ATH6XM2,
manufactured by GP, trickle charge 80 mA approx.

Option 2: 9.6V Nickel Cadmium or Nickel Metal
rechargeable battery pack, 650 to 1800 mAh.

Note: To use a non-Visonic battery pack, its battery snap
should have proper polarity!

Battery Test: Once every 10 seconds.

3. INSTALLATION

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 pager.
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
Message to Private Phones: Tone or voice
Message to Pager: PIN No

.ÎAlarm Type ÎZone No.

2.5 Physical Properties

Operating Temp. Range: 32°F to 120°F (0°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: 9-13/16 x 7-1/2 x 1-3/4 in. (250 x 190 x 44 mm)
Weight: 880g (1.94 pounds) without batteries
Color: Ivory and charcoal gray

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

Enrolling the transmitting devices’ ID codes in the Power­Max+ memory will be easier if carried out before actual
installation, with all detectors and the control panel on a
work bench. It is therefore necessary to power up the
PowerMax+ temporarily from the external power trans­former (see figure 3). Alternatively, you may power up
from the backup battery, as shown in figure 1.

Disregard any “trouble” indications that may appear

(due to lack of battery or lack of telephone line connection).

Remove battery area cover
(see fig. 4, step 3) and
remove battery compartment
cover (1 screw).

Connect rechargeable
battery pack (see
specifications) to the battery
connector. Afterwards
remount battery area and
battery compartment covers.

1

2

Figure 1 - Backup Battery Insertion

3.3 Programming

It pays off 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.

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
PowerMax+ Programming Guide.

3.4 Mounting

PowerMax+ mounting process is shown in figure 2.

3.5 Wiring

PowerMax+ wiring is shown in figure 3.

Extract the screw terminal blocks one by one and make
the necessary connections. When done, plug each
terminal block onto its PCB mounted pins.

You will need 6-lead RJ-11 cord(s) for telephone line or
telephone line and telephone set.

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1

Open

keypad

cover

BATTERY

AREA

COVER

SLOT

2

Release battery

area cover

3

Remove battery

area cover

Screw

holes

4

Remove bracket

locking screw

Screw

holes

Special plastic

washer

5

Push the bracket as shown

and then remove it

Mounting

surface

Special

plastic

washer

6

Mark and drill 4 holes in

mounting surface. Insert

wall anchors and fasten the

bracket to the mounting

surface with 4 screws

NOTE

Verify that there is 3 cm (1.25 in.)

free space around the bracket

7

Locate the panel on the bracket

projections, pull down and lock the

bracket with locking screw (see step 4).

Figure 2 - Mounting

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