Altronix acm8cb User manual

Rev. 042811
ACM8 Series
UL Listed Sub-Assembly
Access Power Controllers
Installation Guide
Models Include:
ACM8
- Eight (8) Fuse Protected Outputs
ACM8CB
- Eight (8) PTC Protected Outputs
More than just power.TM

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Overview:
These units are UL Listed Sub-Assembly multi-output Access Power Controllers that convert one (1) 12 to 24 volt DC input
into eight (8) independently controlled fused or PTC protected outputs. These power outputs can be converted to dry form
“C” contacts (fused models only). Outputs are activated by an open collector sink or normally open [NO] dry trigger input
from an Access Control System, Card Reader, Keypad, Push Button, PIR, etc. The units will route power to a variety of
access control hardware devices including Mag Locks, Electric Strikes, Magnetic Door Holders, etc. Outputs will operate in
both Fail-Safe and/or Fail-Secure modes. Units are designed to be powered by one common power source which will provide
power for both the board operation and locking devices, or two (2) totally independent power sources, one (1) providing
power for board operation and the other for lock / accessory power. The FACP Interface enables Emergency Egress, Alarm
Monitoring, or may be used to trigger other auxiliary devices. The fire alarm disconnect feature is individually selectable for
any or all of the eight (8) outputs.
ACM8 and ACM8CB Series Configuration Reference Chart:
Altronix
Model
Number
Number
of
Outputs
Fuse
Protected
Outputs
PTC
Protected
Auto-
Resettable
Outputs
Output
Ratings
Class 2
Rated
Power-
Limited
Agency
Listings
UL Listings and
File Numbers
ACM8 8P- 2.5A * UL File # BP6714
UL Listed for Access Control
System Units (UL 294).
“Signal Equipment” Evaluated to CSA
Standard C22.2 No.205-M1983
ACM8CB 8 - P2A P
*When used with Class 2 Rated Power-Limited power supply.
Specifications:
• 12 to 24 volt DC operation (setting not required).
(0.5A @ 12 volt, 0.3A @ 24 volt current consumption with all relays energized).
• Power supply input options:
a) One (1) common power input (board and lock power).
b) Two (2) isolated power inputs (one (1) for board power and one (1) for lock/hardware power).
• Eight (8) Access Control System trigger inputs:
a) Eight (8) normally open (NO) inputs.
b) Eight (8) open collector sink inputs.
c) Any combination of the above.
• Eight (8) independently controlled outputs:
a) Eight (8) Fail-Safe and/or Fail-Secure power outputs.
b) Eight (8) dry form “C” 5A rated relay outputs.
c) Any combination of the above.
• Eight (8) auxiliary power outputs (unswitched).
• Output ratings:
- Fuses are rated 3.5A each.
- PTCs are rated 2.5A each.
• Main fuse is rated at 10A.
Note: Total output current is determined by the power supply, not to exceed a maximum of 10A total.
• Red LEDs indicate outputs are triggered (relays energized).
• Fire Alarm disconnect (latching or non-latching) is individually selectable for any or all of the eight (8) outputs.
Fire Alarm disconnect input options:
a) Normally open [NO] or normally closed [NC] dry contact input.
b) Polarity reversal input from FACP signaling circuit.
• FACP output relay (form “C” contact rated @ 1A 28VDC not evaluated by UL).
• Green LED indicates when FACP disconnect is triggered.
• Removable terminal blocks facilitate ease of installation.
Board Dimensions (W x L x H approximate): 8” x 4” x 0.75” (203.2mm x 114.3mm x 19.05mm).
Sub-Assembly

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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.
1. Refer to Sub-Assembly Installation Instruction for mounting Rev. MS050913.
Carefully review:
Typical Application Diagram (pg. 4) Terminal Identification Table (pg. 5)
LED Diagnostics (pg. 5) Hook-up Diagrams (pg. 6)
2. Power supply input:
The units can be powered with one (1) power supply which will provide power for both board operation and the locking devices
or two (2) separate power supplies, one (1) to provide power for the board operation and the other to provide power for the
locking devices and/or access control hardware.
Note: The input power can be 12 to 24 volts DC (0.5A @ 12 volt, 0.3A @ 24 volt current consumption with all relays energized).
(a) Single power supply input:
If the unit and the locking devices are to be powered using a single power supply, connect the output
(12 to 24 volts DC) to the terminals marked [- Power +].
(b) Dual power supply inputs (Fig. 1c, pg. 4):
When the use of two power supplies is desired, jumpers J1 and J2 (located to the left of the power/control terminals) must
be cut. Connect power for the unit to the terminals marked [- Power +] and connect power for the locking devices to the
terminals marked [- Control +].
Note: When using DC power supplies polarity must be observed. When using AC power supplies polarity needs not to be
observed (Fig. 1d, pg. 4).
Note: For UL compliance the power supplies must be UL Listed for Access Control Systems and accessories.
3. Output options (Fig. 1, pg. 4):
The ACM8 will provide either eight (8) switched power outputs, eight (8) dry form “C” outputs, or any combination of both
switched power and form “C” outputs, plus eight (8) unswitched auxiliary power outputs.
The ACM8CB will provide eight (8) switched power outputs or eight (8) unswitched auxiliary power outputs.
(a) Switched Power outputs:
Connect the negative (-) input of the device being powered to the terminal marked [COM].
For Fail-Safe operation connect the positive (+) input of the device being powered to the terminal marked [NC].
For Fail-Secure operation connect the positive (+) input of the device being powered to the terminal marked [NO].
(b) Form “C” outputs:
When form “C” outputs are desired the corresponding output fuse (1-8) must be removed (ACM8 only). Connect negative (-)
of the power supply directly to the locking device. Connect the positive (+) of the power supply to the terminal marked [C].
For Fail-Safe operation connect the positive (+) of the device being powered to the terminal marked [NC].
For Fail-Secure operation connect the positive (+) of the device being powered to the terminal marked [NO].
(c) Auxiliary Power outputs (unswitched):
Connect positive (+) input of the device being powered to the terminal marked [C] and the negative (-) of the device
being powered to the terminal marked [COM]. Output can be used to provide power for card readers, keypads etc.
4. Input trigger options (Fig. 1, pg. 4):
(a) Normally Open [NO] input trigger:
Inputs 1-8 are activated by normally open or open collector sink inputs.
Connect devices (card readers, keypads, request to exit buttons etc.) to terminals marked [IN] and [GND].
(b) Open Collector Sink inputs:
Connect the access control panel open collector sink positive (+) to the terminal marked [IN] and the negative (-) to the
terminal marked [GND].
5. Fire Alarm Interface options (Figs. 3 through 7, pg. 6):
A normally closed [NC], normally open [NO] input or polarity reversal input from FACP signaling circuit will
trigger selected outputs. To enable FACP Disconnect for an output turn the corresponding switch [SW1-SW8] OFF.
To disable FACP disconnect for an output turn the corresponding switch [SW1-SW8] ON.
(a) Normally Open [NO] input:
For non-latching hook-up (Fig. 4, pg. 6). For latching hook-up (Fig. 5, pg. 6).
(b) Normally Closed [NC] input:
For non-latching hook-up (Fig. 6, pg. 6). For latching hook-up (Fig. 7, pg. 6).
(c) FACP Signaling Circuit input trigger:
Connect the positive (+) and negative (-) from the FACP signaling circuit output to the terminals marked [+ INP -].
Connect the FACP EOL to the terminals marked [+ RET -] (polarity is referenced in an alarm condition).
Jumper located next to TRG LED must be cut (Fig. 1a, pg. 4).
6. FACP Dry form “C” output (Fig. 1b, pg. 4):
Connect desired device to be triggered by the unit’s dry contact output to the terminals marked [NO] and [C] FACP for normally
open output or the terminals marked [NC] and [C] FACP for normally closed output.
Note: This product is a UL Listed Sub-Assembly for use with Altronix UL Listed power supplies as indicated in the
installation manuals for the power supply.

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Typical Application Diagram:
NC
NO
C
Normally Open (N.O.)
Door Releasing
Device
Access Control Panel
Output
Relay
Mag.
Lock
MAG.
LOCK
Electric
Strike
Electromagnetic
Door Holders
AC or DC
Power
Supply
(optional)
AC or DC
Power
Supply
(req'd.)
FACP
(Fire Alarm
Control
Panel)
UL Listed
Power Supply
For this application
corresponding
fuse F8 must be
removed.
ACM8CBACM8
LED1
F1
3.5A 250V
LED1
2A 250V
Keypad
NC C NO COM
OUTPUT 1
LED1
F1
NC C NO COM
OUTPUT 2
IN GND
1
IN GND
2
IN GND
3
IN GND
4
IN GND
5
IN GND
6
IN GND
7
MAIN
IN GND
8
LED2 LED3 LED4 LED5 LED6 LED7 LED8
J2
TRG
FACP
NC C NO COM
OUTPUT 3
NC C NO COM
OUTPUT 4
NC C NO COM
OUTPUT 5
NC C NO COM
OUTPUT 6
NO C NC + INP --- T + RET -
NC C NO COM
OUTPUT 7
NC C NO COM
OUTPUT 8
--- +
Power
--- +
Control
F2 F3 F6 F7 F8
F4 F5
J1
J3
FACP INTERFACE
10A 250V
FACP Dry
Form "C" Output
NO C NC
FACP
1 2 3 4
ON
1 2 3 4
ON
Enabled
Disabled
FACP Interface
SW1-SW8
ON
1
ON
1
J2
--- +
Control
J1
Intact = One P/S Input
Cut = Dual P/S Input
NC C NO COM
OUTPUT 8
J3
Intact = DC Input
Cut = AC Input
LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 LED5 LED6 LED7 LED8
TRG
FACP
Intact = Dry Input
Cut = Wet Input
Fig. 1
Fig. 1b
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
Replace fuses (ACM8 only) with the same type and rating, 3.5A/250V.
Fig. 1a
Fig. 1cFig. 1d

ACM8/CB Sub-Assembly - 5 -
LED Diagnostics:
ACM8 and ACM8CB Access Power Controller
LED ON OFF
LED 1- LED 8 (Red) Output relay(s) energized. Output relay(s) de-energized.
Trg (Green) FACP input triggered (alarm condition). FACP normal (non-alarm condition).
Terminal Identification Tables:
ACM8 and ACM8CB Access Power Controller
Terminal Legend Function/Description
-- Power + 12VDC or 24VDC input from power supply board.
-- Control + These terminals can be connected to a separate UL Listed power supply to provide isolated
operating power for the ACM8/ACM8CB (jumpers J1and J2 must be removed).
TRIGGER
INPUT 1 - INPUT 8
IN, GND
From normally open and/or open collector sink trigger inputs
(request to exit buttons, exit pir’s, etc.).
OUTPUT 1 -
OUTPUT 8
NC, C, NO, COM
12 to 24 volts AC/DC trigger controlled outputs:
Fail-Safe [NC positive (+) & COM Negative (-)],
Fail-Secure [NO positive (+) & COM Negative (-)],
Auxiliary output [C positive (+) & COM Negative (-)]
(When using AC power supplies polarity need not be observed),
NC, C, NO become form “C” 5A 24VAC/VDC rated dry outputs when fuses are
removed (ACM8). Contacts shown in a non-triggered state.
FACP INTERFACE
T, + INPUT -
Fire Alarm Interface trigger input from FACP. Trigger inputs can be normally open,
normally closed from an FACP output circuit (Fig. 3 through 7, pg. 6).
FACP INTERFACE
NC, C, NO
Form “C” relay contact rated @ 1A 28VDC for alarm reporting.
(This output has not been evaluated by UL).

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Hook-Up Diagrams:
JUMPER
N.C. DR
Y
TRIGGER
INPUT
TRG
NO C NC
FACP INTERFACE
FACP
Fig. 4 Normally Open - Non-Latching FACP
trigger input:
N.C. TRIGGER
INPUT
N.C. RESET
SWITCH
JUMPER
TRG
FACP
Fig. 5 Normally Open FACP Latching trigger input
with reset:
(This output has not been evaluated by UL)
Fig. 6 Normally Closed - Non-Latching FACP
trigger input:
Fig. 7 Normally Closed - Latching FACP trigger input
with reset:
(This output has not been evaluated by UL)
Fig. 3 Polarity reversal input from FACP signaling circuit
output (polarity is referenced in alarm condition):
Fig. 2 Optional hook-up using two (2) isolated
power supply inputs:
J2 J1
CUT JUMPERS
J1 AND J2
ISOLATED POWER INPUT
12 OR 24 VAC OR VDC
(LOCK POWER)
ISOLATED POWER INPUT
12 OR 24 VAC OR VDC
(ACM8 POWER)
CUT
JUMPER
FROM FACP
OUTPUT
CIRCUIT
+
--
FACP
OUTPUT EOL
TRG
FACP
NO C NC
FACP INTERFACE
N.O. TRIGGER
INPUT
TRG
FACP
NO C NC
FACP INTERFACE
N.C. RESET
SWITCH
N.O.
TRIGGER
INPUT
JUMPER
TRG
NO C NC
FACP

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Notes:

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