Re: Power Limitations for Concord System

[Sean Sokoly <alarmdude01@xxxxxxxxx>]

cwilliams28@xxxxxxx wrote:
> I'm replacing an aged Rollins System VII alarm system.
>
> I've selected the GE Concord 4 for our home and managed to use many, if not
> most, of the pre-existing sensors. I have the basic system up and running
> without any problems, and I'm now adding some of the "nice to have" features
>  that are not part of the base Concord 4. Two that are of most interest are
> the cellular backup module and the Superbus 2000 Phone Interface Voice
> Module (60-777-01). I am also interested in the Wireless Gateway Kit.
>
> The problem is that all of these accessories are eating up the available
> power. I started out with the base 16.5 volt 30 VA power supply, and then
> upgrades that to a powerline carrier transformed (also 16.5 volts, 30VA) so
> I could use some existing X10 lamp controls I have. I think the box can
> supply up to an amp with these transformers. I have also located a 16.5 volt
> 50 VA unit which should supply up to 2 amps. I'm not certain that will be
> enough so I'm thinking about other options.
>
> One of course, is to start installing modules in separate panels, but I
> haven't had much luck locating any. AC power is not my strong suit. I know
> on the DC side I could hook batteries up in parallel to provide more
> amperage-- I wonder if this works for AC as well. That I even have to ask
> the question makes me wonder if I even want to try it.
>
> Any ideas what other options I have?
Do yourself a favor and get GE part no. 600-1019 Superbus2000 2amp
powersupply that wires in to the Concord 4 and is supervised unlike the
altronix in your later link.