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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. 
• 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, 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, 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:  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. 
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.