User's Manual

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Tsunami FAMILY
SPREAD SPECTRUM RADIOS
SEPTEMBER 1999
SECTION 3: INSTALLATION & ADJUSTMENTS PAGE 3-9
3.3.7 Power Supply Planning
The Tsunami radio must have access to a supply of appropriate power, either DC or AC (if the AC
adapter option has been ordered). The Tsunami can be powered from a DC battery system, or
from a solar or generator power plant, usually with battery reserves. Typically either a positive or
negative ground 24 or 48 volt supply is used. For DC, be sure the cable is of sufficient gauge to
carry the necessary current and it is less than three (3) meters (9.75 feet) in length.
Before installing the radio, plan for the continuous power consumption needs in accordance with
the specifications given in Section 2.2 of this manual. It is also wise to plan for backup power for
critical communication circuits (including the Tsunami radio). Backup power allows the radios and
associated equipment to continue operation when primary power is interrupted.