Site Recommendations; Environment; Chassis Accessibility; Power - AMX AutoPatch Epica-128 User Manual

Placing the Enclosure
For individual board information and specifications, see the Boards &
Specifications section of this manual. Full specifications for all AMX AutoPatch
products are located on the AMX website (www.amx.com).
Features and specifications described in this manual are subject to change
without notice.

2.1 Site Recommendations

When placing the enclosure, follow the recommendations and precautions in this
section to reduce potential installation and operation hazards.

Environment

ä Choose a clean, dust free, (preferably) air-conditioned location.
ä Avoid areas with direct sunlight, heat sources, or high levels of EMI
(Electro-Magnetic Interference).

Chassis Accessibility

Make sure the front and rear panels of the enclosure are accessible, so that you
can monitor the LED indicators. Leaving adequate clearance at the rear will also
allow for easier cabling and service.

Power

The Epica should be installed near the electrical source, easily accessible, and
properly grounded. Power should come from a building branch circuit. We
strongly recommend using a dedicated line for the system's power. Use a
minimum breaker current rating of 20A for 110 V or 12A for 230V. To avoid an
overload, note the power consumption rating of all the equipment connected to
the circuit breaker before applying power.

General Hazard Precautions

These recommendations address potential hazards that are common to all
installations:
Elevated Operating Temperature
The maximum rated ambient temperature for Epica enclosures is 110° F
(43° C).
All equipment should be installed in an environment compatible with the
manufacturer's maximum rated ambient temperature. This is important because
in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the
rack environment may be greater than the ambient room temperature.
Caution: To protect the equipment from overheating, do not operate in an
area that exceeds 110° F (43° C) and follow the clearance recommendation
below for adequate airflow.
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