Altronix AL602ULADA User guide

AL602ULADA
AL802ULADA
AL1002ULADA
NAC Power Extenders
Application Guide
(See Installation Guide for additional information)
Rev. 031703

1. General Information (Use this in conjunction with respective Installation Guide):
Altronix AL602ULADA, AL802ULADA and AL1002ULADA are very versatile devices. They can be used with or
without specific synchronization modules provided by some manufacturers. Multiple units can be synchronized by using
either the built-in sync mode or a external synchronization module. Please note, that only notification appliances with
synchronization capabilities can be synchronized. Contact signal manufacturer for more detailed information.
Units can operate with either one (1) or two (2) outputs from the FACP. Two (2) outputs from the NAC power
extender can be paralleled to achieve up to 4 amp, for circuits requiring additional power.
Note: Each output can be split into two (2) wire runs to achieve up to eight (8).
2.2K
EOL
2.2K
EOL
SW1SW2
+ OUT1 -- + OUT2 -- + OUT3 -- + OUT4 --
Class B
single outputs
2.2K
EOL
2.2K
EOL
Class B
paralleled outputs
3. Class A and Class B Hookups:
Units can be used with the outputs configured for:
• Two (2) Class A (Fig. 3A). • Two (2) Class B and one (1) Class A NAC circuits (Fig. 3B).
• Up to Four (4) Class B (Fig. 3C).
2. Paralleling Two (2) Outputs:
To parallel two (2) outputs for maximum NAC
capability of 4 amp, bridge (pos+) to (pos+) and (neg-) to (neg-)
(ex. +OUT3 to +OUT4 and OUT3 - to OUT4 -, Fig. 2). Both of
the corresponding output switches must be set the same way.
Install two (2) 2.2K ohm EOL resistors in parallel across the last
notification appliance.
Please note: Paralleled output circuit configuration is not power
limited and paralleling is not allowable for Class A configuration.
SW1SW2
+ OUT1 --
IN1+ IN1-- IN2--
IN2+ C"DRY1" NC
RET1+ RET1-- RET2--
RET2+ C"DRY2" NC
+ OUT2 -- + OUT3 -- + OUT4 --
UPPER TERMINALS
LOWER TERMINALS
Return
to FACP
From FACP
NAC2
From
FACP
NAC1
Return
to FACP
2Class A 
Hookups
SW1SW2
+ OUT1 --
IN1+ IN1-- I
I
RET1+ RET1-- R
R
+ OUT2 -- + OUT3 -- + OUT4 --
U
4.7K
EOL
4.7K
EOL
4.7K
EOL
4.7K
EOL
4.7K
EOL
4.7K
EOL
4.7K
EOL
4.7K
EOL
Fig. 3A Fig. 3B
Fig. 2
For combination of two (2)
Class B and one (1) Class A
circuit, only one (1) switch
(SW1 or SW2) must be closed,
terminating Class A circuit only.
SW1
SW2
+ OUT1
--
IN1+
IN1
--
--
C "DRY1" NC
RET1+
--
--
C "DRY2" NC
+ OUT2
--
+ OUT3
--
+ OUT4
--
UPPER TERMINALS
LOWER TERMINALS
2.2K
EOL
2.2K
EOL
One (1) Class A, two (2) Class B Hookups
Fig. 3C
Eight (8) wire runs
Connect two (2) wire runs to one (1) output
with a 4.7K EOL, (Altronix Model #
AL-EOL47) used to terminate each wire
runs.
Note: Both wire runs will be supervised.
A trouble condition on either wire run is
reported on the common signaling circuit.
However a short circuit on one wire run will
affect the other wire run on the same
signaling circuit. Keep wires on different
sides of the screw. DO NOT USE one (1)
continuous circuit around the terminal. This
is available to facilitate more wire runs from
the unit.
NAC Loop 1 starts on Output 1 and
terminates on Output 3. Switch
SW1, when closed, provides proper
termination for this loop. NAC
Loop 2 starts on Output 2 and
terminates on Output 4, SW2 must
be closed for proper termination.
Please make sure that all the dip
switches for corresponding outputs
are set the same way.
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4. Non-synchronizable NAC Appliances:
When using NAC appliances not designed to support synchronization feature, it is recommended to use separate out-
put circuits for audible notification appliances (horns) and visual notification appliances (strobes). Set dip switches for
the visual notification appliances to follow Input 1 [IN1] and for audible notification appliances to follow Input 2 [IN2].
This will allow, when using two (2) outputs from the FACP, to support silencing of audible notification appliances.
When using only one (1) FACP output, set all dip switches to follow Input 1 [IN1]. The units outputs can each be set for
the desired NAC drive signal, such as Code 3 or march time sequence (Output Programming Selection Table, pg. 6).
Non-synchronizable Audible Appliances will follow the sequence, when feature is selected.
5. Synchronizing One (1) or More NAC Power Extenders from an FACP with Sync Capability
or a Sync Module:
AL602/802/1002ULADA units are designed to follow (replicate) the coded sequence, generated by a manufacturer’s
sync module. One (1) or more units can be synchronized. Please select Input to Output follower mode (Output
Programming Selection Table, pg. 6). Connect the output of the sync module to Input 1 or Input 2, depending which
input is selected to drive the outputs. Terminate the input circuit with the EOL, connecting it to terminals marked [RET+
and RET-], or continue the input circuit, connecting to terminals marked [RET+ and RET- to INP+ and INP-] of the next
unit, when multiple units need to be synchronized.
FACP with Sync Output
Sync Module
NAC Power Extender:
Dip Switches set for Input to Output Follower Mode.
NAC Power Extender:
Dip Switches set for Input to Output Follower Mode.
To FACP EOL or
next NAC power extender
POWER
IN +
POWER
IN ---
ZONE 1
POWER
IN +
POWER
IN ---
HORN
CONTROL
POWER
OUT +
POWER
OUT ---
ZONE 1
POWER
OUT +
POWER
OUT ---
ZONE 2
+ NAC 1 --- + NAC 2 ---
2.2K
EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K
EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K
EOL
2.2K
EOL
FACP
(Fire Alarm
Control Panel
with sync
capabilities)
Or
Fig. 5
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2.2K
EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL
4.7K
EOL
NAC Power Extender: 
Dip Switches set for desired Sync Protocol (ex. Gentex®, 
System Sensor®, Faraday or Amseco).
NAC Power Extender:
Dip Switches set for Input to Output Follower Mode. NAC Power Extender:
Dip Switches set for Input to Output Follower Mode.
To 4.7K EOL or
next AL602ULADA,
AL802ULADA, and 
AL1002ULADA.
2.2K
EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K
EOL
2.2K
EOL
FACP
(Fire Alarm
Control Panel)
When connecting, keep wires on different sides of the screws in order to maintain loop integrity supervision.
DO NOT LOOP CONTINUOUS WIRE AROUND THE SCREW.
Fig. 6B
For split output circuit use 4.7K EOL, (Altronix Model # AL-EOL47).
.2K
OL 2.2K EOL
4.7K
EOL
N Extender:
et for desired Sync Protocol (ex. Gentex®, 
S ®, Faraday or Amseco).
NAC Power Extender:
Dip Switches set for Input to Output Follower Mode. N
2.2K
EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL
2.2K
EOL
FACP
(
2.2K
EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL
2.2K
EOL
NAC Power Extender: 
Dip Switches set for desired Sync Protocol (ex. Gentex®, 
System Sensor®, Faraday or Amseco).
NAC Power Extender:
Dip Switches set for Input to Output Follower Mode.
2.2K
EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K EOL 2.2K
EOL
FACP
(Fire 
Alarm
Control 
Panel)
Fig. 6A
For continuous loop circuit use 2.2K EOL, (Altronix Model # AL-EOL22).
6. Synchronizing One (1) or More NAC Power Extenders Using Built-in Sync Protocol:
AL602/802/1002ULADA have built-in protocols to support Amseco, Faraday, Gentex® and System Sensor® two-
wire synchronizable devices, therefore an external sync module is not required (Output Programming
Selection Table, pg. 6). In these modes, Input 1 is always used to activate visual notification appliances (strobes), and
Input 2 is used to activate and silence audible notification appliances (strobes).
Note: Input 1 has to be activated in all the configurations.
Multiple NAC Power Extenders can be synchronized by one (1) of two (2) (Figs. 6A and 6B) methods described
below: Set the master unit to generate the desired sync protocol, while the remaining NAC Power Extenders are set for
Input/Output Follower Mode.
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IN1+
IN1
--
--
C "DRY1" NC
RET1+
--
--
C "DRY2" NC
UPPER TERMINALS
LOWER TERMINALS
EOL
or
Next Device
FACP
Fig. 7A
7. Using a Single FACP Output:
When only one FACP output is available, you may connect both Input1 and Input2 to it. Wire [RET1+ and RET1- to
INP2+ and INP2-]. Both visual and audible notification appliances will be activated simultaneously (Fig. 7).
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(AL800LGK Board)
Output Dip Switches
System Sensor is a registered
trademark of Honeywell.
Gentex is a registered
trademark of Gentex Corporation.
Output Programming Selection Table:
Outputs must be programmed independently (OUT1 - OUT4)
Function Switch Positions Descriptions
ON OFF
Input to Output 1 2, 3 Output follows signal it receives from the corresponding input (i.e. FACP
Follower Mode Sync module - maintains synchronization of notification appliance circuit.
Temporal Code 3 3 1, 2 Enables Temporal Code 3 signal generation output.
Mode This mode is activated by a steady or a pulsing input.
Steady Mode 1, 2, 3 A steady output signal will be generated. This mode is activated by
a steady or pulsing input.
March Time Mode 2, 3 1 Enables a March Time output which will sound 60 beats
(60 beats per minute) per minute. This mode is activated by a steady or pulsing input.
For the above modes Dip Switch 4 determines which Input controls
the corresponding output:
Switch 4 in the ON position causes output(s) to be controlled by input 1.
Switch 4 in the OFF position causes output(s) to be controlled by input 2.
Sync Mode Selection Table:
Function Switch Positions Descriptions
ON OFF
Amseco 1, 3, 4 2 This mode is designed to work with the Amseco series of horns, strobes,
Sync Mode* and horn/strobes to provide a means of synchronizing the Temporal-coded
horns, synchronizing the flash timing of the strobe, and silencing the horns
of the horn/strobe combination over a two-wire circuit while leaving
strobes active.
Faraday 2, 4 1, 3 This mode is designed to work with the Faraday series of horns, strobes,
Sync Mode* and horn/strobes to provide a means of synchronizing the Temporal-coded
horns, synchronizing the flash timing of the strobe, and silencing the horns
of the horn/strobe combination over a two-wire circuit while leaving
strobes active.
Gentex 1, 2, This mode is designed to work with the Gentex®Commander GOS
Sync Mode* 3, 4 and ST/HS series of horns, strobes, and horn/strobes to provide a
means of synchronizing the Temporal-coded horns, synchronizing the
flash timing of the strobe, and silencing the horns of the horn/strobe
combination over a two (2)-wire circuit while leaving strobes active.
System Sensor 1, 2, 4 3 This mode is designed to work with the SpectrAlertTM series of horns,
Sync Mode* strobes, and horn/strobes to provide a means of synchronizing the
Temporal-coded horns, synchronizing the one-second flash timing
of the strobe, and silencing the horns of the horn/strobe combination
over a two-wire circuit while leaving strobes active.
Note: The AL602ULADA, AL802ULADA, and AL1002ULADA will only synchronize horns, horn strobes
and strobes that contain synchronization capability. Contact signal manufacturer for more detailed info.
The same synchronization mode must be selected for all outputs.
*It is required to control visual notification appliances (strobes) via input 1 (IN1) and audible notification
appliances (horns) via input 2 (IN2). This allows audible notification appliances (horns) to be silenced while
visual notification appliances (strobes) continue to operate.
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INPUT SELECT
TEMPORAL
STROBE SYNC
IN>OUT SYNC
1234
ON

Notes:
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Notes:
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