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Standard Operation:
The PDM60 uses advanced technology to constantly, and rigorously, monitor and evaluate each of the six circuits. The
unit processes the information it obtains, and differentiates between typical voltage spikes, and true fault conditions. If a
short or over-current situation arises, the PDM60 will immediately detect the fault and shut down power to that circuit.
Once the problem is resolved the PDM60 can be reset by turning off the ignition then back on again.
LED Indicators:
After installing the module and properly connecting all wires, turning on the ignition will activate the unit. The LED
indicators on the top of the module will illuminate green, indicating power present. The legend below details the
information the LEDs reveal.
Green
Active
– live circuit functioning properly
Red
Fault - circuit interrupted due to fault
Orange
Inactive
– voltage drops to 6 volts and <10 mA
Off
Off
– no current on the circuit
The orange inactive state can be observed in some custom configurations when a ground trigger or delay off circuit is set.
If one to five circuits are active, the remaining inactive circuits will drop to 6 volts and turn Orange. A circuit that has
experienced a temporary fault will display an orange led if the fault condition was corrected prior to being reset.
Getting Started:
Connect the small BLACK ground wire to the battery negative terminal or ground bus cable that is connected to the
battery. This is the ground wire for the internal circuitry of the PDM60. Connect the heavy gauge (RED) power wire
directly to your battery positive terminal. This wire supplies all power to the PDM60.
DO NOT REVERSE POLARITY ON POWER AND GROUND LEADS
– DAMAGE WILL RESULT AND VOID WARRANTY
Connect the Ignition Trigger wire (GRAY WIRE) to any ignition switched power source. A Posi-Tap connector is supplied
to make it easy to tap into another wire. A stock PDM60 unit will remain off until a positive signal is detected on the
Ignition Trigger wire for 7 seconds. The 7 second start delay allows all available battery power to be utilized for starting
the vehicle. After the delay period, all circuits will activate and turn green indicating 6 live +12V circuits.
Mounting:
One of the things that make the PDM60 the best on the market is the fact that it’s small and fully sealed. The unit is
designed for use in harsh operational conditions and can be mounted virtually anywhere it will fit without concern for
moisture, dust or dirt intrusion. We recommend keeping the programming header filled with dielectric grease to provide
additional corrosion protection for the terminals.
Connecting Your Devices:
Connect the PDM60 output wire to the positive (+) power lead of your accessory and connect the ground wire of your
accessory to a common ground. The Posi-Lock connectors are supplied to make installation easier. The ground bus
cable and boot supplied with your PDM60 can be connected to your battery and serve as a single ground point for all of
your accessories. The supplied ring terminals and bolt can be used for a clean and secure ground wire installation.
To ensure long-term, hassle free operation, make sure that all of your wiring connections are secure.
PDM60 Ground
Accesory Ground
Accesory Ground
Accesory Ground
Accesory Ground
Accesory Ground
Accesory Ground
To Battery (-)
Example Ground Bus Connection
