Installing the External Power Supplies

The Eclipse HX-Delta's power is provided by two external 12V power supply units (for redundancy). The power supplies have separate connections to the rear of the matrix (see Combining Interface Cards in the Matrix).

Each of the power supplies must be connected to a dedicated branch of AC mains power. The matrix will continue to operate even if one of the power supply units fails.

When the matrix is installed to the rack, connect the power cables from the external power supplies to the power connectors on the rear of the matrix.

The power cables connecting the supplies to the matrix can be up to 1.5m in length, and are capable of sustaining a pull test of 10 Newton. The power cables are secured to the matrix by latching connectors.

When the matrix is connected to the power supplies, connect the power supplies to AC mains power.

A fully equipped Eclipse HX-Delta matrix (2 CPU cards, 4 interface cards and 3 interface modules) requires 100 - 240 VAC at 50 - 60 Hz with a maximum dissipation of 175W.