Altronix AL300ULX User manual

Rev.111003
AL300ULX Series
Power Supply/Charger
Installation Guide
Models Include:
•AL300ULX
-Single Output
•AL300ULPD4 •AL300ULPD4CB
-Four (4) Fused Outputs -Four (4) PTC Outputs
•AL300ULPD8 •AL300ULPD8CB
-Eight (8) Fused Outputs -Eight (8) PTC Outputs
•AL300ULXPD16 •AL300ULXPD16CB
-Sixteen (16) Fused Outputs -Sixteen (16) PTC Outputs
For a red enclosure, add an “R” suffix to the part # e.g. AL300ULPD8R

AL300ULX(R) - 1 - - 2.5
AL300ULPD4 PD4UL 4 x - 2.5
AL300ULPD4CB PD4ULCB 4 - x 2.5
AL300ULPD8 PD8UL 8 x - 2.5
AL300ULPD8CB PD8ULCB 8 - x 2.5
AL300ULXPD16 16 x - 2.5
AL300ULXPD16CB 16 - x 2.5
Do not exceed total output rating of 2.5 amp per unit.
Overview:
The AL300ULX is a power supply that converts a 115VAC / 60Hz input, to a 12VDC or 24VDC regulating output
(see specifications below).
The AL300ULX is a base power supply unit for the UL Listed multi-output power supply/charger series:
AL300ULPD4, AL300ULPD4CB, AL300ULPD8, AL300ULPD8CB, AL300ULXPD16, AL300ULXPD16CB
(Refer to AL300ULX Series Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart below).
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Input:
• Input 115VAC / 60Hz, 1.45 amp.
• AC input and DC output LED indicators.
Output:
• Class 2 Rated power limited output.
•12VDC or 24VDC selectable output.
•2.5 amp total supply current.
• Filtered and electronically regulated output(s).
• Short circuit and thermal overload protection.
Battery Backup:
• Built-in charger for sealed lead acid or gel type batteries.
•Automatic switch over to stand-by battery when AC fails.
•Maximum charge current .7 amp.
Battery Backup (cont’d):
• Zero voltage drop when switched over to
battery backup.
Supervision:
• AC fail supervision (form "C" contacts).
•Low battery supervision (form "C" contacts).
•Battery presence supervision (form “C” contacts).
Additional Features:
• Power supply, enclosure, cam lock and battery leads.
•All models are available in red enclosure
(add an “R” suffix to the part # e.g. AL300ULPD8R).
Specifications:
UL File # S4707
UL 603
UL Listed Standard for Power Supplies for
Use with Burglar-Alarms Systems.
UL 1069
UL Listed Hospital Signaling and
Nurse Call Equipment.
UL 1481
UL Listed Standard for Safety for
Fire Protective Signaling Systems
UL 294
UL Listed for Access Control System Units.
“Signal Equipment” Evaluated to
CSA Standard C22.2
No.205-M1983
AL300ULX Series Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart:
Altronix
Model Number
Accessory Power
Distribution
Module(s)
Number of Outputs
Fused Outputs
PTC Outputs
Agency Lisitings
UL Listings and
File Numbers
Output Rating (amp)
per Output
Two (2)
PD8ULCB
Two (2)
PD8UL
California
State Fire
Marshal
NYC
Dept. of
Buildings

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Power Supply Output Specifications:
Output VDC Switch Position Output VDC Switch Position
12VDC SW1 CLOSED 24VDC SW1 OPEN
Stand-by Specifications (total current shown):
Output 4 hr. of Stand-by & 24 hr. of Stand-by & 60 hr. of Stand-by &
5 Minutes of Alarm 5 Minutes of Alarm 5 Minutes of Alarm
12VDC / 40 AH Battery Stand-by = 2.5 amp Stand-by = 1.0 amp Stand-by = 300mA
Alarm = 2.5 amp Alarm = 4 amp Alarm = 4 amp
24VDC / 12 AH Battery Stand-by = 200mA
Alarm = 3.0 amp
24VDC / 40 AH Battery Stand-by = 2.5 amp Stand-by = 1.0 amp Stand-by = 300mA
Alarm = 2.5 amp Alarm = 2.5 amp Alarm = 3 amp
Door
CAUTION: De-energize unit prior to servicing. For continued protection against risk of
electric shock and fire hazard replace fuse with the same type and rating 3.5A, 250V.
Replace protective cover on the fuse of the AL300ULXB board, before energizing unit.
Do not expose to rain or moisture.
Battery 1 Battery 2
Green
Lead
Battery connection (non power limited)
Switch Position:
24VDC = SW1 OPEN
12VDC = SW1 CLOSED
Wire
Strap
(from
Enclosure
to Door)
115VAC
power mains
non-power
limited
--- D C +
L G N
PTC3
NC C NO NC C NO
+ BAT ---
DC
24V - OPEN
12V - CLOSED
AC FAIL
RL2
BAT FAIL
RL1
RL3
SW1
Fuse Cover
Battery & AC
Supervision
Circuit
(power limited)
Class 1
3.5A
250V
-
Power
Distribution
Module(s)
INPUT
Divider
non-power limited
AC FAIL
Battery & AC Supervision
Circuit
(power limited)
Nc C NO NC C NO
BAT FAIL
24V - OPEN
12V - CLOSED
SW1
Fig. 1
Fig. 1A
Fig. 1B

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Installation Instructions:
The unit should be installed in accordance with article 760 of The National Electrical Code as well as NFPA 72 and all
applicable Local Codes.
1. Mount the unit in desired location.
2. Set the unit to the desired DC output voltage by setting SW1 (Fig. 1B, pg. 3) to the appropriate position
(Power Supply Voltage Output Selections Chart, pg. 3).
3. Secure cabinet to earth gournd. Connect AC power (115VAC / 60 Hz to terminals marked [L, G, N] (Fig. 1, pg. 3).
Use 14 AWG or larger for all power connections (Battery, DC output, AC input).
Use 22 AWG to 18 AWG for power limited circuits (AC Fail/Low Battery reporting).
Keep power limited wiring separate from non-power limited wiring (115VAC / 60Hz Input, Battery Wires).
Minimum .25” spacing must be provided.
4. Measure output voltage before connecting device. This helps avoid potential damage.
When servicing the unit, AC mains should be removed.
5. Connect devices to be powered:
a. For AL300ULX Power Supply connect devices to terminals marked [+ DC -]. (Fig. 1, pg. 3)
b. For other Power Distribution Models connect devices to be powered to terminal pairs 1 to 4 marked
[1P & 1N thru 4P & 4N] (Fig. 2A & 2B, pg. 5) or 1 to 8 marked [1P & 1N thru 8P & 8N] (Fig. 3A & 3B, pg. 5)
carefully observing correct polarity.
6. For Access Control applications, batteries are optional. When batteries are not used a loss of AC will result in the
loss of output voltage. When the use of stand-by batteries is desired, they must be lead acid or gel type.
7. Connect appropriate signaling notification devices to terminals marked [AC FAIL & BAT FAIL] (Fig. 1A, pg. 3)
supervisory relay outputs.
Note: When used in fire alarm, burglar alarm or access control applications, “AC Fail” relay must be used to
provide a visual indication of AC power on.
8. Please insure that the cover is secured with the provided Key Lock.
LED Diagnostics:
AL300ULXB - Power Supply Board
Red (DC) Green (AC) Power Supply Status
ON ON Normal operating condition
ON OFF Loss of AC, Stand-by battery supplying power
OFF ON No DC output
OFF OFF Loss of AC. Discharged or no stand-by battery. No DC output.
Terminal Identification:
AL300ULXB - Power Supply Board
Terminal Legend Function/Description
L, G, N Connect 115VAC to these terminals: L to Hot, N to Neutral, G to ground.
--DC + 12VDC or 24VDC @ 2.5 amp continuous power limited output.
AC FAIL Used to notify loss of AC power, e.g. connect to annuciator/alarm
N.C., C, N.O. panel. Relay normally energized when AC power is present.
Contact rating 1 amp @ 30VDC. AC Fail condition will report approximately
one (1) to one minute after loss of AC. To delay report for 6 hours cut jumper
J1 on the Power Supply Board (AC trouble output delay option). If this mode
is selected the Power Supply Board must be reset by removing all power to it
for 30 seconds.
BAT FAIL Used to indicate low battery condition, e.g. connect to alarm panel.
N.C., C, N.O. Relay normally energized when DC power is present.
Contact rating 1 amp @ 30VDC. Low battery conditions will report approxi-
mately 21VDC (24VDC output setting) or approximately 10.5VDC (12VDC
output setting). Battery presence detection will report approximately 1 minute
after battery remains undetected (missing or removed).
+ BAT - Stand-by battery connections. Maximum charge rate .7 amp.

LED Diagnostics:
PD4UL/PD4ULCB/PD8UL/PD8ULCB - Power Distribution Module
Green Power Distribution Module Status
ON Normal operating condition.
Terminal Identification:
PD4UL/PD4ULCB/PD8UL/PD8ULCB - Power Distribution Module
Terminal Legend Function/
PD4UL/PD4ULCB PD8UL/PD8ULCB Description
1P to 4P 1P to 8P Positive DC power outputs.
1N to 4N 1N to 8N Negative DC power outputs.
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LED
F1 F2 F3 F4
1P 1N 2P 2N 3P 3N 4P 4N
Non- Power Limited
DC Output to devices
1P-4P Power Outputs,
1N-4N Common Outputs
()
From Power Supply
Board
(Factory Installed)
Replace fuses with the same type and rating 3.5A, 250V.
Fig. 2A
Fig. 3A
Power Distribution Module(s):
INPUT
LED
F1 F2 F3 F4
POWER OUTPUTS
1P 1N 2P 2N 3P 3N 4P 4N
Class 2 Rated Power Limited From Power Supply
Board
(Factory Installed)
DC Output to devices
1P-4P Power Outputs,
1N-4N Common Outputs
()
Fig. 2B
N
COMMON POWER OUTPUTS
P
FUSED POWER OUTPUTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
D1
INPUT
R1
LED
From Power Supply
Board
(Factory Installed)
Replace fuses with the same type and rating 3.5A, 250V.
Non- Power Limited
DC Output to devices
1P-8P Power Outputs,
1N-8N Common Outputs
()
N
COMMON POWER OUTPUTS
P
FUSED POWER OUTPUTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
D1
INPUT
R1
LED
From Power Supply
Board
(Factory Installed)
Class 2 Rated Power Limited
DC Output to devices
1P-8P Power Outputs,
1N-8N Common Outputs
()
Fig. 3B

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Wiring:
USE 14 AWG or larger for all power connections.
Note: Take care to keep power limited circuits separate from non-power limited wiring (115VAC, Battery).
Maintenance:
Unit should be tested at least once a year for the proper operation as follows:
Output Voltage Test: Under normal load conditions, the DC output voltage should be checked for proper voltage level
(Power Supply Voltage Output Specifications Chart, pg. 3).
Battery Test: Under normal load conditions check that the battery is fully charged, check specified voltage both at
battery terminal and at the board terminals marked [- BAT +] to insure there is no break in the battery connection
wires.
Note: Maximum charging current under discharges is .7 amp.
Note: Expected battery life is 5 years, however it is recommended changing batteries in 4 years or less if needed.
Enclosure Dimensions:
• AL300ULX
• AL300ULPD4
• AL300ULPD4CB
• AL300ULPD8
• AL300ULPD8CB
13”H x 13.5”W x 3.25”D
00
0
.81"
0
1.1875"
1.1875"
3.25"
3.25"
0 1.1875" 3.25".75" 1.5" 6.25" 11"
1.4"
6.5"
5.5"
1.4"
11.66"
12.1"
13"
12.5"
11.75"
TOP ONLY

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.875"
1"
1.3"
9.97"
13.53"
2"
2.25" 3.68" 4.56"
1.22"
1.22"
3.25"
1"
13.25"
2"
1.22"
12"
15.5"
8"
4.5"
2.25" 3.68" 4.56"
1.22"
1.25"
2.2"
1"
Enclosure Dimensions:
• AL300ULXPD16
• AL300ULXPD16CB
15.5”H x 12”W x 4.5”D

Altronix Corp.
140 58th Street, Brooklyn, New York 11220 USA, 718-567-8181, fax: [phone]
web site: www.altronix.com, e-mail: [email protected], Lifetime Warranty, Made in U.S.A.
IIAL300ULX series A10E MEMBER
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Altronix is not responsible for any typographical errors.
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