User's Manual

Preparation
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2.3 Site Requirements
Before unpacking and installing the STS and the STS Power Pack, it is important to ensure that the site
complies with the STRIDE2400 environmental and power requirements. Also, ensure that you have all
the necessary cables and wires required to install the STS and STS Power Pack.
Environmental Requirements
Operating Temperature -40°F to +115°F (-40°C to +46°C) plus solar load
Humidity Outdoor conditions; wind, rain and snow
Power Requirements
STS Input Voltage +24 VDC nominal (15 VDC to 28 VDC)
STS Power Pack
Input Voltage
110 VDC nominal (90 VDC to 130 VAC)
Cable Requirements
Ground Wire 6 AWG stranded copper wire
Drop Cable For distances up to 500 ft. (150 m), one cable consisting of six
19 AWG twisted pair wires is required. This drop cable will support
both the DC power and service wires.
For distance greater than 500 ft. (150 m), refer to the STRIDE2400
System Planning Guide for the drop cable requirements.
Service Drop Jumper Cable One or two 19 AWG twisted pair wires