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Installation Guide

PC1 

Power Controller, 10 A (110 VAC only)

Overview

The PC1 (FG670) is a 10-Amp Power Controller for 110 VAC (FIG. 1). 

The PC1 provides one switched power socket for up to 1200 watts of equipment 
power.

Note: 

The PC1 will work the NXC-I/O10 input/output control card.

Specifications 

WARNING: 

To reduce the risk of electric shock, equipment has a grounding type 

plug that has a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding type 
outlet. If the plug does not fit into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to 
install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

Control Wiring

The 4-pin captive-wire connector on the rear panel (FIG. 2) provides wiring to 
remote pushbuttons, switches, or relay contacts. 

The tables below list momentary/latching, and discrete on/off mode pinouts and 
functions.

Momentary/Latching Mode 

Discrete On/Off Mode   

FIG. 1  

PC1 Power Controller

PCI (FG670) Product Specifications

Control Inputs

Remote control contact and switch closure.

Power Outputs

• 1 switched 3-wire socket.

• 110 VAC.

• 1200 watts total.

Load Fuse

Internal 10A (load capacity).

Power Input

• 105 to 125 VAC.

• 3 watts maximum.

Front Panel Components:

AC1 pushbutton

• This latching on/off switch controls power to a switched 

socket. 

• The LED in the pushbutton indicates that socket power is 

ON.

DIP Switch

Controls the AC1pushbutton operating mode.

Rear Panel Components:

Control

• 4-pin captive-wire connector providing remote operation of 

the PC1.

• Terminals accept 24 - 12 AWG wire.

• Class 2 Circuit only.

Switched Power 
Output

• Socket for control of external equipment.

• Total max. power load = 1200 watts. 

• An internal 10A load fuse is provided.

• 120 VAC, 1200W, 50/60 Hz.

AC Power Input

• 3-conductor line cord providing 120 VAC power to the PS1 

and switched power socket.

• 120 VAC, 10 Amp, 50/60Hz.

(front)

(rear)

AC1 (remote operation)

Control Mode

DIP Switch

4-pin captive-wire

Control Wiring

connector

Switched Power Output socket

AC Power Input

Pushbutton

PCI Product Specifications (Cont.)

Enclosure:

Metal with black matte finish.

Dimensions (HWD)

1.5" x 5.5" x 5.5" (3.81 cm x 13.97 cm x 13.97 cm)

Weight

28 oz. (793.79 g)

Included 
Accessories

Power Cord - 6 ft. (1.83 m), with 3-wire grounded plug.

Other AMX 
Equipment

AC-RK Rack Mount Kit (FG515)

Certifications

UL Listed E205789

FIG. 2  

4-Pin Captive Wire Control Wiring connector

Pin

Function

1

Unit Ground Input Contact Common

2

Channel 1 ON/OFF

3

N/C

4

N/C

Pin

Function

1

Unit Ground Input Contact Common

2

Channel 1 ON

3

N/C

4

Channel 1 OFF

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