10 Chapter 1: Getting startedSelect an appropriate siteThe installation site for the DataSMART T3/E3 IDSU must meet certain requirements forpower and grounding, ambient temperature and humidity control, physical space, andelectrostatic protection. The site should be clean and free from extremes of temperature,humidity, shock, and vibration.Power The DataSMART T3/E3 IDSU operates from AC or DC power, depending on the type ofpower supply you ordered with the unit. Make sure that your installation site provides anappropriate power source for your power supply. The power requirements are listed below.CAUTION!Damage to IDSU components may occur if the input voltage applied to the IDSUis not within the specified range.AC powerOne AC power supply is available for both North American and European ratings. Itaccepts nominal input voltages of 120 VAC, 60 Hz (North American standard) or 240VAC, 50 Hz (for other site locations). The maximum operating range is 85 to 265 VAC, 47to 63 Hz, 0.35 A.When using an AC supply, the AC branch circuit receptacle should be installed near theequipment and shall be easily accessible. Do not attach the power supply cord tobuilding surfaces.DC powerOne DC power supply is available. It accepts nominal input voltages of 48 VDC. Themaximum operating range is 36 to 75 VDC, 0.6 A.Power consumptionThe DataSMART T3/E3 IDSU power consumption is 24 W nominal, 30 W maximum forAC power; 22W nominal, 25 W maximum for DC power.Grounding The DataSMART T3/E3 IDSU enclosure is grounded through its power supply connector.The AC power supply is designed to connect to a power source that has a protective-ground contact. It is grounded through a grounding conductor in its power cord. The DCsupply is grounded by attaching frame ground to the ground terminal on the supply.EnvironmentalrangesThe work area you select for the DataSMART T3/E3 IDSU must fall within certainenvironmental limits.■ Temperature: 0 oC to 50 oC, nominal, operating; -20 o C to 66 oC, non-operating■ Humidity: 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing