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DE5467IP 3
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.
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.
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, interior, 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 (9999 different
combinations). Code 0000 is disallowed.
Installer Code: 4 digits. Code 0000 is disallowed.
Control Facilities:
- Integral keypad
- PowerCode / Code-Secure™ hand-held transmitters
- Wireless commander, MCM-140+
- Remote telephone
- Local or remote computer
Display: Single line, Backlit 16-character LCD with 4 LED
indicators.
Arming Modes: AWAY, HOME, AWAY-INSTANT, HOME-
INSTANT, LATCHKEY, FORCED, BYPASS.
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 (bell) Timeout: Programmable (4 min. 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 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.
Compliance with U.S. Standards:
Meets FCC Part 15 and Part 68 requirements.
UL 1023 - Household Burglar Alarm System Unit
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)
Security: CLC/TS50131-3
According to the European standard EN50131-1, the
PowerMax+ security grading is 2 – "low to medium risk" and
environmental classification is II – "indoor general" and
power supply is type A.
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.)
210-240 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, Oriento Hero, model OH-4825AT-1,
mains-to-9 VAC, 0.7A or 1A.

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Visonic POWERMAX+ Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeWireless Security System
Zones30
CommunicationPSTN
KeypadYes
SirenBuilt-in
Remote ControlYes
Wireless Frequency868 MHz
KeypadsUp to 8
HumidityUp to 85% non-condensing

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