Tycon Power Systems RPDC-12 Series User manual

RPDC-12xx
RemotePro™ Re-
mote Power System
▫Wireless Base Stations
and Client Devices
▫Surveillance Cameras
▫Remote Sensors
▫Remote Lighting
▫Off Grid Electronics
Congratulations! on your purchase of the RemotePro™ off-grid
remote power system. Please take a moment to review this Qwik
Install Guide before assembly or battery installation.
DANGER! Avoid Powerlines!
You Can Be Killed!
When following the instructions in this guide take extreme care to avoid
contact with overhead power lines, lights and power circuits. Contact
with power lines, lights or power circuits may be fatal. We recommend
to install no closer than 20 feet to any power lines.
Safety: For your own protection, follow these safety rules.
▫Perform as many functions as possible on the ground
▫Do not attempt to install on a rainy, windy or snowy day or if
there is ice or snow accumulation at the install site or if the
site is wet.
▫Make sure there are no people, pets, etc. below when you are
working on a roof or ladder.
Recommended Tools: Phillips Screwdriver, 3mm Allen Wrench,
8mm and 14mm Open End Wrench
Please help preserve the environment and return
used batteries to an authorized depot

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Qwik Install
STEP 0: Mount the solar panel brackets to the enclosure as shown in
the separate instructions. Make sure the rubber o-rings are installed on
the outside of the enclosure.
You will also need to connect the solar panel cable from the solar panel
and connecting to the SOLAR input of the controller. A Yellow LED will
flash on the controller when the panel is generating power.
STEP 1: Connect the Battery to Controller BAT terminals. Be sure to
observe polarity. Black wire connects to battery negative terminal and
BAT(-) terminal on the controller. When a fully charged battery is con-
nected, the Green LOAD LED should light on controller.
STEP 2: Install battery to enclosure with battery terminals on right. In-
stall metal plate using 8 screws.
STEP 3: Install Cable Feedthru into center hole in bottom of enclosure.
Feedthru gasket is on outside of enclosure and nut inside. Tighten nut.
OPTION: add a drop of threadlocker to the nut to prevent accidental
loosening.
STEP 4: Install two bracket pieces to the back of enclosure using 4
screws. Bracket can be used for wall mounting or pole mounting.
STEP 5: The solar panel should be facing South if in Northern Hemi-
sphere. If you are planning to keep solar panel angle fixed all year then
set the angle to Your_Latitude * 0.9 +30
STEP 6: Mount any electronics boards to the metal plate. Connect

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your load to the controller LOAD output.
On the bottom of the enclosure there are two double D cutouts for stan-
dard N Female bulkhead connectors which can be used for an external
antenna or RF device. Just remove the hole plug to use this cutout.
STEP 7: Tighten the RJ45 Feedthru on the cable. If the cable diameter
is too small to make a good seal, wrap a couple turns of electrical tape
around the CAT5 cable at the seal area to increase it’s diameter.
STEP 8: Make sure lid gasket is clean and free from any particles, then
carefully close the cover, making sure that wires are clear of the seam
and hinge area.
STEP 9: Tighten the 4 seal screws evenly to seal the cover. Use a
grease or oil on the 4 cover attached screws to make it easier to re-
move later.
TECH CORNER
Additional Information you may find useful
1. CONTROLLER: The controller turns off power to the load at 11V and
reconnects when the battery reaches 12V. This protects battery from
over-discharge and increases battery life and performance.
2. CAPACITY: The RemotePro RPDC10 is rated at 2.5W continuous
power output with 6 hours of peak sun per day. Reserve battery capac-
ity at 2.5W load is 36 hours.
3. VENTING: The enclosure is vented thru a Goretex Vent in the bot-
tom of the enclosure. Don’t cover this vent.
Limited Warranty
The RemotePro™ products are supplied with a limited 24 month war-
ranty which covers material and workmanship defects. This warranty
does not cover the following:
▫Parts requiring replacement due to improper installation, misuse,
poor site conditions, faulty power, etc.
▫Lightning or weather damage.
▫Physical damage to the external & internal parts.
▫Products that have been opened, altered, or defaced.
▫Water damage for units that were not mounted according to user
manual.
▫Usage other than in accordance with instructions and the normal
intended use.

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8000015 Rev 1 RPDC RemotePro™ Qwik Install Guide
SPECIFICATIONS
Subject to change without notice
Continuous Power Rating 1.25W or 2.5W
Reserve Power @ Rated Load 72 or 36 Hours
Battery Voltage (DC) 12V
Load Output Voltage (DC) 12V
Battery Capacity 9Ah
Battery Type Valve Regulated Sealed Lead
Acid / Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM)
Battery Life 5 Years
Controller Type 12V 5A PWM
Max Solar Panel Size 85W
Overcharge Protection 14.4V
Over-discharge protection 11V
Over-discharge recovery voltage 12.4V
Controller Self Consumption <10mA
Enclosure Type Die Cast Aluminum
Enclosure External Size 11 x 8.5 x 3.5”
(279 x 216 x 89mm)
Enclosure Internal Size 10 x 7.75 x 3”
(254 x 197 x 76mm)
Space for Customer Electronics 7.75 x 5 x 1.25”
(197 x 127 x 32mm)
Operating Temperature -30°C to +60°C
System Weight (without batteries) 12lb (5.4kg)
Battery Weight (each) 5.5lb (2.5kg)