Altronix ACM4 Series User manual

Sub-Assembly
Installation Guide
for Models:
ACM4
ACM4CB
ACM8
ACM8CB
MOM5
PD4UL
PD4ULCB
PD8UL
PD8ULCB
PD16W
PD16WCB
PDS8
PDS8CB
ACMS8
ACMS8CB
VR6
LINQ2
LINQ8PD*
LINQ8PDCB*
*not evaluated by UL
SIGNALING
More than just power.TM
Rev. MS020119

- 2 - Sub-Assembly
Top edge of Enclosure
LINQ2 bracket
LINQ2 Side View
LINQ2 Module
eFlow Power
Supply/Charger
Fig. 1
Overview:
Altronix manufactures a wide variety of sub-assemblies suitable for many tasks in fire alarm, access control,
network communications, surveillance, and other security applications.
Installation Instructions:
Wiring methods shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code/NFPA 70/NFPA 72/ANSI, and
with all local codes and authorities having jurisdiction. Product is intended for indoor use only and should be
installed by qualified personnel.
Refer to individual Sub-Assembly Installation Guides for mounting and connecting specific boards.
Installing LINQ2 Board:
1. Using the mounting bracket mount the LINQ2 network module to the desired location on the enclosure.
Secure the module by tightening the longer screw on the front edge of the mounting bracket (Fig. 1, pg. 2).
2. Connect one end of the supplied interface cable(s) to the ports marked [Power Supply 1] and
[Power Supply 2] on LINQ2 (Fig. 1, pg. 2). When connecting to one power supply use the connector
marked [Power Supply 1].
3. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the interface port of each eFlow power supply board.
4. Connect Ethernet cable (CAT5e or higher) to the RJ45 jack on the LINQ2 network module.
For access control and fire alarm signalling applications the cable connection has to terminate is the same room.
Refer to the LINQ2 Installation Manual.

Sub-Assembly - 3 -
Installation Instructions for Trove1:
1. Fasten standoffs onto metal pems configuration (A) or configuration (B) of enclosure depending on the
sub-assembly module (Fig. 2, pg. 3).
2. Position sub-assembly module over corresponding standoffs and secure module into enclosure with four (4)
pan head screws supplied (Fig. 2a, pg. 3).
3. Refer to the Trove1 Installation Guides and individual Sub-Assembly Installation Guides for the
following models: ACM4(CB), LINQ2, LINQ8PD(CB), MOM5, PD4UL(CB), PD8UL(CB), PD16W(CB),
PDS8(CB), ACMS8(CB), VR6 for further installation instructions.
Sub-Assembly Position Chart for the Following Models:
Sub-Assembly
Module
Mounting
Position Mounting
ACM8(CB) Top Left A *
ACMS8(CB)
LINQ2** Top Edge C
LINQ8PD(CB)
Bottom Left B
ACM4(CB)
MOM5
PD4UL(CB)
PD8UL(CB)
PD16W(CB)
PDS8(CB)
VR6
* Position (A) is usually reserved for Altronix power supplies,
but can also be used for sub-assemblies (Fig. 2).
** LINQ2 can be installed when utilizing
eFlow power supply/charger boards.
A
C
B
Fig. 2
Pem
Standoff
Sub Assembly
Enclosure
Pan Head
Screw
Fig. 2a

- 4 - Sub-Assembly
NEC Power-Limited Wiring Requirements:
Power-limited and non power-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the enclosure. All power-limited
circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25” away from any non power-limited circuit wiring. Furthermore, all
power-limited circuit wiring and non power-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the enclosure through
different conduits. One such example of this is shown below. Your specific application may require different
conduit knockouts to be used. Any conduit knockouts may be used. For power-limited applications use of
conduit is optional. All field wiring connections must be made employing suitable gauge CM or FPL jacketed
wire (or equivalent substitute).
Note: Refer to wire handling drawing below for the proper way to install the CM or FPL jacketed wire
(Fig. 3a, pg. 4).
Supervisory Connections
(power-limited)
Input 115VAC/120VAC, 60Hz
(non power-limited)
Battery Connections
(non power-limited).
Number of batteries may vary depending
on your optional hookup)
Fig. 3
External
Jacketed
Shield
Incorrect Wire
Handling
Correct Wire
Handling
Pull back
external jacketed
shield approx. 1/2”.
Wire
Insulation
Solid Copper
Conductors
Fig. 3a - Recommended jacketed wiring for
power-limited connections

Sub-Assembly - 5 -
Installation Instructions for Trove2:
1. Fasten standoffs onto metal pems configuration (A) or configuration (B) of enclosure depending on the
sub-assembly module (Fig. 4, pg. 5).
2. Position sub-assembly module over corresponding standoffs and secure module into enclosure with
four (4) pan head screws supplied (Fig. 4a, pg. 5).
3. Refer to the Trove2 Installation Guides and individual Sub-Assembly Installation Guides for the
following models: ACM4(CB), LINQ2, LINQ8PD(CB), MOM5, PD4UL(CB), PD8UL(CB),
PD16W(CB), PDS8(CB), ACMS8(CB), VR6 for further installation instructions.
Sub-Assembly Position Chart for the Following Models:
Sub-Assembly
Module
Mounting
Position Mounting
ACM8(CB) First, Second,
Third & Fourth
on Left
A *
ACMS8(CB)
LINQ2** Top Edge C
LINQ8PD(CB)
Second, Third
& Fourth on
Left
B
ACM4(CB)
MOM5
PD4UL(CB)
PD8UL(CB)
PD16W(CB)
PDS8(CB)
VR6
* Top left position (A) is usually reserved for Altronix power
supplies, but can also be used for sub-assemblies (Fig. 4).
** LINQ2 can be installed when utilizing
eFlow power supply/charger boards.
Note: TM2 (Mercury/Lenel) and TV2 (HID/VertX)
Trove2 backplane models allow for additional
sub-assembly mounting positions on the right side.
A
C
A
B
A
B
A
B
Pem
Standoff
Sub Assembly
Enclosure
Pan Head
Screw
Fig. 4a
Fig. 4

- 6 - Sub-Assembly
NEC Power-Limited Wiring Requirements:
Power-limited and non power-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the enclosure. All power-limited
circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25” away from any non power-limited circuit wiring. Furthermore, all
power-limited circuit wiring and non power-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the enclosure through
different conduits. One such example of this is shown below. Your specific application may require different
conduit knockouts to be used. Any conduit knockouts may be used. For power-limited applications use of
conduit is optional. All field wiring connections must be made employing suitable gauge CM or FPL jacketed
wire (or equivalent substitute).
Note: Refer to wire handling drawing below for the proper way to install the CM or FPL jacketed wire
(Fig. 5a, pg. 6).
Supervisory Connections
(power-limited)
Input 115VAC/120VAC, 60Hz
(non power-limited)
Battery Connections
(non power-limited).
Number of batteries may vary
depending on your optional hookup)
External
Jacketed
Shield
Incorrect Wire
Handling
Correct Wire
Handling
Pull back
external jacketed
shield approx. 1/2”.
Wire
Insulation
Solid Copper
Conductors
Fig. 5
Fig. 5a - Recommended jacketed wiring for
power-limited connections

Sub-Assembly - 7 -
A
A
B B
A
C
Installation Instructions for Trove2CV2 (TCV2):
1. Fasten standoffs onto metal pems configuration (A) or configuration (B) of enclosure depending on the
sub-assembly module (Fig. 6, pg. 7).
2. Position sub-assembly module over corresponding standoffs and secure module into enclosure with
four (4) pan head screws supplied (Fig. 6a, pg. 7).
3. Refer to the Trove2 Installation Guides and individual Sub-Assembly Installation Guides for the
following models: ACM4(CB), ACM8(CB), LINQ2, LINQ8PD(CB), MOM5, PD4UL(CB), PD8UL(CB),
PD16W(CB), PDS8(CB), ACMS8(CB), VR6 for further installation instructions.
Sub-Assembly Position Chart for the Following Models:
Sub-Assembly
Module
Mounting
Position Mounting
ACM8(CB) First, Second &
Third on Left A *
ACMS8(CB)
LINQ2** Top Edge C
LINQ8PD(CB)
Two (2)
Vertical Slots
Third on Left
B
ACM4(CB)
MOM5
PD4UL(CB)
PD8UL(CB)
PD16W(CB)
PDS8(CB)
VR6
* Top left position (A) is usually reserved for Altronix power
supplies, but can also be used for sub-assemblies (Fig. 6).
** LINQ2 can be installed when utilizing
eFlow power supply/charger boards.
Pem
Standoff
Sub Assembly
Enclosure
Pan Head
Screw
Fig. 6a
Fig. 6

- 8 - Sub-Assembly
NEC Power-Limited Wiring Requirements:
Power-limited and non power-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the enclosure. All power-limited
circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25” away from any non power-limited circuit wiring. Furthermore, all
power-limited circuit wiring and non power-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the enclosure through
different conduits. One such example of this is shown below. Your specific application may require different
conduit knockouts to be used. Any conduit knockouts may be used. For power-limited applications use of
conduit is optional. All field wiring connections must be made employing suitable gauge CM or FPL jacketed
wire (or equivalent substitute).
Note: Refer to wire handling drawing below for the proper way to install the CM or FPL jacketed wire
(Fig. 7a, pg. 8).
External
Jacketed
Shield
Incorrect Wire
Handling
Correct Wire
Handling
Pull back
external jacketed
shield approx. 1/2”.
Wire
Insulation
Solid Copper
Conductors
Supervisory Connections
(power-limited)
Input 115VAC/120VAC, 60Hz
(non power-limited)
Battery Connections
(non power-limited).
Number of batteries may vary
depending on your optional hookup)
Fig. 7
Fig. 7a - Recommended jacketed wiring for
power-limited connections

Sub-Assembly - 9 -
Installation Instructions for Maximal (BC800 Enclosure):
1. Fasten standoffs onto metal pems configuration (A) or configuration (B) of enclosure depending on the
sub-assembly module (Fig. 8, pg. 9). ACM8(CB) modules can only be installed in the middle or bottom
mounting positions of the Maximal enclosure.
2. Position sub-assembly module over corresponding standoffs and secure module into enclosure with four (4)
pan head screws supplied (Fig. 8a, pg. 9).
3. Refer to the Maximal Access Power Controllers Installation Guides for: Maximal 3/5/7,
Maximal 3D/5D/7D, Maximal 3F/5F/7F, Maximal 3FD/5FDFD, Maximal 11/33/55/75/77,
Maximal 11D/33D/55D/75D/77D, Maximal 11F/33F/55F/75F/77F,
Maximal 11FD/33FD/55FD/75FD/77FD (Pgs. 20-21).
Refer to the Maximal Expandable Power Systems Installation Guides for:
Maximal 11E/13E/33E/35E/37E/55E/75E/77E,
Maximal 11FE/FE/33FE/35FE/37FE/55FE/75FE/77FE (Pg. 22),
and individual Sub-Assembly Installation Guides for the following models: LINQ8PD(CB), ACM4(CB),
LINQ2, MOM5, PD4UL(CB), PD8UL(CB), PD16W(CB), PDS8(CB), ACM8(CB), ACMS8(CB), VR6
for further installation instructions.
Sub-Assembly Position Chart for the Following Models:
Maximal Access Power Controller and Maximal Expandable Power Systems (refer to instruction #3 above).
Sub-Assembly
Module
Mounting
Position Mounting
LINQ8PD(CB)
Top, Middle
& Bottom A
ACM4(CB)
MOM5
PD4UL(CB)
PD8UL(CB)
PD16W(CB)
PDS8(CB)
VR6
ACM8(CB) Middle & Bottom B
ACMS8(CB)
LINQ2* Edge of Divider C
* LINQ2 can be installed when utilizing
eFlow power supply/charger boards.
Top
Middle
Bottom
A
B
C
A
B A
Pem
Standoff
Sub Assembly
Enclosure
Pan Head
Screw
Fig. 8a
Fig. 8

- 10 - Sub-Assembly
NEC Power-Limited Wiring Requirements:
Power-limited and non power-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the enclosure. All power-limited
circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25” away from any non power-limited circuit wiring. Furthermore, all
power-limited circuit wiring and non power-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the enclosure through
different conduits. One such example of this is shown below. Your specific application may require different
conduit knockouts to be used. Any conduit knockouts may be used. For power-limited applications use of
conduit is optional. All field wiring connections must be made employing suitable gauge CM or FPL jacketed
wire (or equivalent substitute).
Note: Refer to wire handling drawing below for the proper way to install the CM or FPL jacketed wire
(Fig. 9a, pg. 6).
External
Jacketed
Shield
Incorrect Wire
Handling
Correct Wire
Handling
Pull back
external jacketed
shield approx. 1/2”.
Wire
Insulation
Solid Copper
Conductors
Fig. 9
Battery Connections
(non power-limited).
Number of batteries may vary
depending on your optional
hookup)
Supervisory, Fire Alarm Interface &
Aux. output Connections (power-limited)
Fig. 9a - Recommended jacketed wiring for
power-limited connections
DC Output
Wiring
to
Sub-Assemblies*
* Output from power supply
is power-limited: Maximal11,
Maximal11D, Maximal11E.
* Output from top power
supply board is non power-
limited and bottom power
supply board is power-
limited: Maximal13E.
* Output from power supply is
non power-limited:
Maximal3, Maximal5,
Maximal7, Maximal3D,
Maximal5D, Maximal7D,
Maximal11, Maximal33,
Maximal55, Maximal75,
Maximal77, Maximal11D,
Maximal33D, Maximal55D,
Maximal75D, Maximal77D,
Maximal11E, Maximal13E,
Maximal33E, Maximal35E,
Maximal37E, Maximal55E,
Maximal75E, Maximal77E.
Input
115VAC/120VAC, 60Hz
(non power-limited)