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- Page 1 Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter ±190 to 48 VDC Downconverter User Guide ID: 0120098-J0 Effective: 11/2024 Read this document carefully. Learn how to protect your equipment from damage and fully understand its functions.
- Page 2 User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter The material contained in this document is for information only and is subject to change without notice. Alpha® reserves the right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide Contents 1. Safety......................... 3 1.1 Safety symbols ..................................3 1.2 General warning and cautions ............................3 1.3 Mechanical safety ................................4 1.4 Electrical safety .................................4 2. Overview ........................5 2.1 Simplified wiring diagram ..............................6 2.2 Part numbers ..................................7 3. -
Page 4: Safety
User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 1. Safety Save these instructions This document contains important safety instructions that must be followed during the installation, servicing, and maintenance of the product. Keep it in a safe place. Review the drawings and illustrations contained in this document before proceeding. -
Page 5: Mechanical Safety
Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide WARNING This system is designed to be installed in a restricted access location that is inaccessible to the general public. Ce système est conçu pour être installé dans un endroit à accès restreint inaccessible au grand public. -
Page 6: Overview
User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 2. Overview The DPX downconverter is part of the distributed power transport product family specifically engineered using the new Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS®) fault managed power distribution technologies. The device converts the incoming ±190 VDC voltage to 48 VDC to power a multitude of communication devices such as small cells, remote radio heads, and Internet of Things devices. -
Page 7: Simplified Wiring Diagram
Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 2.1 Simplified wiring diagram The following figures show a simplified wiring diagram with the DPX power source 10-channel enclosure, DPX ±190 VDC copper splice closure, DPX 1500 W downconverter, and DPX 48 VDC load disconnect box. Load 1 DPX ±190 VDC Copper Splice Closure Load 2... -
Page 8: Part Numbers
User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 2.2 Part numbers The product, options, and accessories can be ordered by using the part numbers in the following table. Table A: Part numbers, options, and accessories Description Part number Modules DPX 1500 W downconverter 0120098-001 Note: Pole mounting bracket included. -
Page 9: Specifications
Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 3. Specifications 3.1 Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter Table B: Alpha® DPX 1500 W downconverter specifications Electrical Input voltage Nominal: ±190 V Operating: ±157 .5 to ±200 V Efficiency 95% at 77°F (25°C) ambient and full load Output voltage¹... -
Page 10: Alpha® Dpx 48 Vdc Load Disconnect Box
User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter Relative humidity 5 to 95% non-condensing Elevation Up to 4,921 ft (1,500 m); derated to 9,842 ft (3,000 m) Enclosure rating IP68 Type 6P Regulatory compliance Safety IEC/EN/CSA/UL 62368-1 UL 1400-1 FCC CFR 47 PART 15/B – Class A CAN ICES-003(A)/NMB-003(A) ETSI EN 300 386 EN IEC 61000-4-2... - Page 11 Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide Connection Input: 1 or 2 connections Each input can support 8 AWG (10 mm²) wires. Output: Up to 6 connections Each output can support up to 10 AWG (6 mm²) wires. Mounting Pole Wall Distance from downconverter The maximum distance between DPX 1500 W downconverter and the...
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Page 12: Inspection
User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 4. Inspection 4.1 Packaging materials Alpha Technologies Ltd. is committed to providing products and services that meet our customers’ needs and expectations in a sustainable manner, while complying with all relevant regulatory requirements. As such Alpha® strives to follow our quality and environmental objectives from product supply and development through to the packaging for our products. -
Page 13: Installation
Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 5. Installation ATTENTION Only qualified personnel should install and connect the power components. 5.1 Safety precautions Refer to the Safety section near the beginning of this document. 5.2 Installation tools Various insulated tools are essential for the installation. Use this list as a guide: •... -
Page 14: Downconverter Connections
User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 5.4 Downconverter connections NOTICE For more information, refer to the technical drawings at the end of this document. 5.4.1 Input connections Input port PIN 2 PIN 1 PIN # CIRCUIT DESIGNATION DPX COPPERSPLICE-C +190 V PIN 3 BICOLOR... -
Page 15: Chassis Ground
Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 5.4.3 Chassis ground CHASSIS GROUND FOR 2-HOLE LUG 1/4in X 5/8in CENTERS (HARDWARE PROVIDED) Figure 6: Chassis ground connection detail Grounding The recommended grounding wire size is 6 AWG (16 mm²) tinned solid copper ground wire. ATTENTION A proper grounding system (ground electrode system) that meets or exceeds the specifications of the equipment must be designed and installed prior to or in conjunction with the installation. -
Page 16: Load Disconnect Box Connections
User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 5.5 Load disconnect box connections NOTICE For more information, refer to the technical drawings at the end of this document. 5.5.1 Input and distribution connections OPTIONAL GROUND CONNECTION 3 CHANNEL DISTRIBUTION FOR #10 RING TERMINAL. CONNECT WHITE (+) RETURN WIRES FROM UP TO 2 INPUTS HERE STRIP WIRES 0.5 in. -
Page 17: Mounting The Downconverter
Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 5.6 Mounting the downconverter 5.6.1 Mounting the device to a wooden pole Tools and materials required • 1/2 inch wrench for the bolts that attach the device to the mounting bracket • Two 5/8 inch diameter machine bolts, UNC thread, SAE Grade 5 or better, length to suit the pole (not provided) •... - Page 18 User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 5.6.2 Mounting the device to a metal or concrete pole Tools and materials required • 1/2 inch wrench for the bolts that attach the module to the mounting bracket • Two pole mount straps that fit the pole. Straps must be stainless or galvanized steel. •...
- Page 19 Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 5.6.3 Mounting the device to a wall Tools and materials required • 1/2 inch wrench for the bolts that attach the module to the mounting bracket • Four #10 × 1-1/4 inch lag screws (not provided) •...
- Page 20 User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 5.6.4 Strand mounting the device Tools and materials required • Strand mount bracket kit (PN: 0380712-001) • 1/2 inch wrench for the bolts that attach the mounting bracket kit to the module • 1/2 inch torque wrench Procedure Attach the strand mount bracket kit to the DPX 1500 W downconverter.
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Page 21: Mounting The Load Disconnect Box
Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 5.7 Mounting the load disconnect box 5.7.1 Mounting the device to a wooden pole Tools and materials required • 1/2 inch wrench for the bolts that attach the device to the mounting bracket •... - Page 22 User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 5.7.2 Mounting the device to a metal or concrete pole Tools and materials required • 1/2 inch wrench for the bolts that attach the module to the mounting bracket • Two pole mount straps that fit the pole. Straps must be stainless or galvanized steel •...
- Page 23 Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 5.7.3 Mounting the device to a wall Tools and materials required • 1/2 inch wrench for the bolts that attach the module to the mounting bracket • Four #10 × 1-1/4 inch lag screws (not provided) •...
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Page 24: Cabling Notice
User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 5.8 Cabling notice ATTENTION Before connecting or disconnecting the cables, ensure the input is powered off. WARNING The DPX power source enclosure and DPX downconverter must only be installed with a DPX power transport cable that has been tested and certified for use with the DPX distributed power transport system. -
Page 25: Maintenance
Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 6. Maintenance Although very little maintenance is required with distributed power transport systems, routine checks and adjustments are recommended to ensure optimum system performance. Qualified service personnel should do the repairs. The following table lists a few maintenance procedures for this system. These procedures should be performed at least once a year. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
User Guide Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter 7. Troubleshooting Modules are designed for simple installation and reliable, trouble-free operation. In most cases the modules will recover from minor alarms and faults automatically. However under certain conditions the modules may need remote power cycling. In the unlikely event of a module failure, it may need replacement. - Page 27 Alpha® DPX 1500 W Downconverter User Guide 0120098-J0 Rev A...
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