Altronix AL600ULX Series User manual

Rev. 111003
AL600ULX Series
Power Supply/Charger
Installation Guide
Models Include:
•AL600ULX
- Single Output
•AL600ULPD4 •AL600ULPD4CB
- Four (4) Fused Outputs - Four (4) PTC Outputs
•AL600ULPD8 •AL600ULPD8CB
- Eight (8) Fused Outputs - Eight (8) PTC Outputs
•AL600ULXPD16 •AL600ULXPD16CB
- Sixteen (16) Fused Outputs - Sixteen (16) PTC Outputs
For a red enclosure, add an “R” suffix to the part # e.g. AL600ULPD8R

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Do not exceed total output rating of 6 amp per unit.
AL600ULX, AL600ULPD4/CB and AL600ULPD8/CB available in larger enclosure add X to model AL600ULXX,
AL600ULXPD4/CB and AL600ULXPD8/CB.
Specifications:
Overview:
The AL600ULX is a power supply that converts a 115VAC / 60Hz input, to a 12VDC or 24VDC regulating output
(see specifications below).
The AL600ULX is the base power supply unit for the UL Listed multi-output power supply/charger series:
AL600ULPD4, AL600ULPD4CB, AL600ULPD8, AL600ULPD8CB, AL600ULXPD16, AL600ULXPD16CB
(Refer to AL600ULX Series Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart below).
AL600ULX Series Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart:
Altronix
Model Number Accessory Power Distribution Module(s) Number of Output(s) Class 2 Rated Power Limited Outputs Fused Outputs PTC Outputs Output Rating (amp) per Output Agency Listings UL Listings and File Numbers
AL600ULX(R) -------- 1-------- -------- -------- 6UL File # S4707
UL 1481
UL Listed Power
Supplies for
Fire Protective
Signaling Systems.
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UL 294
UL Listed for Access
Control System Units.
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“Signal Equipment”
Evaluated to
CSA Standard
C22.2
No.205-M1983
AL600ULPD4 PD4UL 4 -------- x-------- 3.5
AL600ULPD4CB PD4ULCB 4 x -------- x 2.5
AL600ULPD8 PD8UL 8 -------- x-------- 3.5
AL600ULPD8CB PD8ULCB 8 x -------- x 2.5
AL600ULXPD16 Two (2)
PD8UL 16 -------- x-------- 3.5
AL600ULXPD16CB Two (2)
PD8ULCB 16 x -------- x 2.5
Input:
• Input115VAC/60Hz,3.0amp.
Output:
• 12VDCor24VDCselectableoutput(s).
• 6ampcontinuoussupplycurrentat12VDCor24VDC.
• Filteredandelectronicallyregulatedoutputs.
• 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0.7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:
• ACinput,DCoutputandBATtroubleLEDindicators.
•Powersupply,enclosure,camlockandbatteryleads.
• Allmodelsareavailableinredenclosure
(add an “R” suffix to the part # e.g. AL600ULPD8R).
Power Supply Output Specifications:
Output Switch Position
12VDC SW1 - CLOSED (Fig. 1b, pg. 4)
24VDC SW1 - OPEN (Fig. 1b, pg. 4)
California
State Fire
Marshal
NYC
Dept. of
Buildings
Factory
Mutual
Approved

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
5A, 250V. Do not expose to rain or moisture.
Green
Lead
Battery connection (non powe r-limited)
Wire
Strap
(from
Enclosure
to Door)
115VAC
power mains
non powe r-
limited
Battery & AC
Supervision
Circuit
(power limited)
Class 1
Power
Distribution
Module(s)
INPUT
Divider
non power-limited
Green
Lead
* 12VDC operation: For 12VDC operation only a single battery is needed. Connect red battery lead to terminal marke
d
[+ BAT] and to the [positive (+)] terminal of the battery . Connect black battery lead to terminal marked [BA T -] and
to the [negative (-)] terminal of the battery .
24VDC operation: Connect two (2) 12VDC batteries in series.
Keep power limited wiring separate from non-power limited. Use minimum .25" spacing.
Optional 12VDC Battery* Optional 12VDC Battery*
+ DC - - -
BAT FAIL NC C NO NC C NO
+ BAT - - -
AC FAIL
DCAC BAT
L G N
5A 250V
OPEN - 24V
CLOSED - 12V
AC Delay
OPEN - 24V
CLOSED - 12V
AL600ULX Series - 3 -
Stand-by Specifications (total current shown):
Output 4 hr. of Stand-by &
5 Minutes of Alarm
24 hr. of Stand-by &
5 Minutes of Alarm
60 hr. of Stand-by &
5 Minutes of Alarm
12VDC / 40AH Battery Stand-by = 6.0 amp
Alarm = 6.0 amp
Stand-by = 1.0 amp
Alarm = 6.0 amp
Stand-by = 300mA
Alarm = 6.0 amp
24VDC / 12AH Battery -------- Stand-by = 200mA
Alarm = 6.0 amp
--------
24VDC / 40AH Battery Stand-by = 6.0 amp
Alarm = 6.0 amp
Stand-by = 1.0 amp
Alarm = 6.0 amp
Stand-by = 300mA
Alarm = 6.0 amp
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.
1. Mount unit in desired location, (Wiring, pg. 6). Mark and predrill holes in the wall to line up with the top two
 keyholesintheenclosure.Installtwoupperfastenersandscrewsinthewallwiththescrewheadsprotruding.Place
the enclosure’s upper keyholes over the two upper screws, level and secure. Mark the position of the lower two holes.
Remove the enclosure. Drill the lower holes and install the two fasteners. Place the enclosure’s upper keyholes over the
 twoupperscrews.Installthetwolowerscrewsandmakesuretotightenallscrews(Enclosure Dimensions, pg. 6-7).
Fig. 1
OPEN SWITCH
CLOSED SWITCH
Fig. 1a
Fig. 1b

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2. The power supply is pre-wired to the ground (chassis). Connect main incoming ground to the provided green
grounding conductor lead. Connect unswitched 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, DC Output,
Battery Wires). Minimum .25” spacing must be provided.
3. 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. 2).
4. Measureoutputvoltagebeforeconnectinganydevicestoensureproperoperation.Improperorhighvoltagewill
damage these devices. When servicing the unit, AC mains should be removed.
5. Connect device(s) to be powered:
a. For AL600ULX(R) 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. 1, pg. 3)
supervisory relay outputs.
Note: When used in fire alarm, burglar alarm or access control applications, “AC Fail” relay should be used utilized
to visually indicate that AC power is on. To delay report 6 hours cut “AC Delay” jumper (Fig. 1a, pg. 3).
8. Please insure that the cover is secured with the provided Key Lock.
LED Diagnostics:
AL600ULXB - Power Supply Board
Red (DC) Green (AC) Red (BAT) Status
ON ON ON Normal operating condition.
ON OFF ON Loss of AC, Stand-by battery supplying
power.
OFF ON OFF No DC output, Battery Trouble
OFF OFF OFF Loss of AC. Discharged or no stand-by
battery. No DC output.
ON ON OFF Battery missing / Low
Terminal Identification:
AL600ULXB - Power Supply Board
Terminal Legend Function/Description
L, G, N Connect 115VAC 60Hz to these terminals: L to hot, N to neutral, G to ground.
+ DC --- 12VDC / 24VDC @ 6 amp continuous non power-limited output.
AC Fail
NC, C, NO
IndicateslossofACpower,e.g.connecttoaudibledeviceoralarmpanel.Relaynormallyener-
gized when AC power is present. Contact rating 1 amp @ 28VDC. AC or brownout fail is report-
ed within 1 minute of event. To delay reporting of up to 6 hrs., cut “AC delay” jumper and reset
power to unit.
Bat Fail
NC, C, NO
Indicateslowbatterycondition,e.g.connecttoalarmpanel.RelaynormallyenergizedwhenDC
power is present. Contact rating 1 amp @ 28VDC. A removed battery is reported within 5 min-
utes. Battery reconnection is reported within 1 minute.
Low battery threshold:
12VDC output threshold set @ approximately 10.5VDC,
24VDC output threshold set @ approximately 21VDC.
+ BAT --- Stand-by battery connections. Maximum charge current 0.7 amp.

AL600ULX Series - 5 -
LED Diagnostics:
PD4UL/PD4ULCB/PD8UL/PD8ULCB - Power Distribution Module
Green Power Distribution Module Status
ON Normal operating condition.
OFF No Power Output.
Terminal Identification:
PD4UL/PD4ULCB/PD8UL/PD8ULCB - Power Distribution Module
Terminal Legend Function/Description
PD4UL/PD4ULCB PD8UL/PD8ULCB
1P to 4P 1P to 8P Positive DC power outputs.
1N to 4N 1N to 8N Negative DC power outputs.
Power Distribution Module(s):
INPUT
LED
PD4UL
POWER DISTRIBUTING UNIT
ALTRONIX CORP.
BROOKLYN, NY 11220
MADE IN USA
1P, 2P, 3P, 4P = FUSED OUTPUTS
1N, 2N, 3N, 4N = COMMON OUTPUTS
F1 F2 F3 F4
COMMON POWER OUTPUTS
1P 1N 2P 2N 3P 3N 4P 4N
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-4P Power Outputs,
1N-4N Common Outputs
()
Fig. 2a
Fig. 3a
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
()
PD8UL
POWER DISTRIBUTING UNIT
INPUT
LED
F1 F2 F3 F4
POWER OUTPUTS
1P 1N 2P 2N 3P 3N 4P 4N
Class 2 Rated Power Limited
DC Output to devices
1P-4P Power Outputs,
1N-4N Common Outputs
From Power Supply
Board
(Factory Installed)
()
PD4ULCB
POWER DISTRIBUTING UNIT
Fig. 2b
Fig. 3b
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
()
PD8ULCB
POWER DISTRIBUTING UNIT

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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
(refer to Power Supply Voltage Output Specifications chart).
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 discharge is 0.7 amp.
Note: Expected battery life is 5 years, however it is recommended changing batteries in 4 years or less if needed.
Enclosure Dimensions:
• AL600ULX • AL600ULPD4 • AL600ULPD4CB • AL600ULPD8 • AL600ULPD8CB
13.5”H x 13”W x 3.25”D

AL600ULX Series - 7 -
Enclosure Dimensions:
• AL600ULXPD16 • AL600ULXPD16CB
15.5”H x 12.23”W x 4.5”D
12.230"
15.500"
1.100"
0.910"
1.100"
0.910"
0.790"
1.100"
1.500"
1.250"
5.000"
1.250"
1.500"
4.615"
4.615"1.500"
1.750"
1.500"4.615"
4.615"1.500"
1.750"
4.500"4.500"
1.250"
1.500"
5.000"
2.000"
2.000"
1.250"
1.375"
1.125"

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Altronix is not responsible for any typographical errors.
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.
IIAL600ULXSeries H16K MEMBER
Notes: