Installation Instructions

URM-1, URM-4, URM-8 Instructions
The URM series universal relay modules are designed to accept a variety of input signals. The
URM outputs are form “C” relay contacts rated at 8Amps max.
Input power:
Connect any supply voltage from 5VDC to 24VDC. The power supply should be capable of
furnishing 100ma per relay channel. The maximum amounts of current when all relays are
energized at the same time are as follows: 100ma for the URM-1, 400ma for the URM-4 and
800ma for the URM-8. Note- if you are using open collector (or drain) or Voltage inputs, the
common “-“ of the power supply connected to the URM must be tied to a common ground of the
equipment supplying the trigger signals.
Relay outputs
The URM relay outputs are form C dry contacts and can handle up to 8Amps at 120VAC.
C= common, NC=normally closed and NO=normally open.
Input signals
The URM accepts Voltage inputs (3-24VDC), open collector (or drain) inputs or a switch / relay
(dry contact) inputs. Note- for practical purposes, an open collector can be thought of as a switch
to ground. See connection diagram. Note- if you are using open collector (or drain) or Voltage
inputs, the common “-“ of the power supply connected to the URM must be tied to a common
ground of the equipment supplying the trigger signals.
Voltage / Dry OC jumper
If you are using Voltage trigger signals, set this jumper to the “voltage” position. If you are using
switches, relay contacts or open collector input trigger signals, set this jumper to the “Dry / OC”
position.
Buffer / Invert jumper
If you require the relay to energize when an input trigger is removed, select the “Invert” position. If
you require the relay to energize when an input trigger is applied, select the “buffer” position.
Note- The invert function is useful in access control systems for fire safety requirements. If you
have all relays connected to door locks and normally energized, If power is lost or cut off, the
relays will de-energize and open the doors.

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