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perience with large outdoor warning systems .
An Intelligent Control Gate- way ( ICG ) controls one amplifi- er for a 1600-watt unit or two amps for a 3200- watt unit . The stainless-steel enclosure con- tains a NEMA 4x rated section for the electronics and vented shelves for four large 12-volt batteries .
The Next Generation ( NG ) HPSS electronics feature mod- ular construction allowing for flexible configuration and quick replacement of modules .
All circuit boards are conformal coated for extra protection n in rugged environments .
The Next Generation of the HPSS includes improved pow- er supplies :
• A more efficient AC charger with universal input ( no re- wiring for 110 / 220-volt AC ).
• A solar option featuring a modern solar charge con- troller supporting Maxi- mum Power Point Tracking ( MPPT ) and an optional Blue- tooth dongle for monitoring solar parameters .
In the event of a power failure , the batteries can support up to a week of standby time fol- lowed by at least 30 minutes of activation .
As with the previous genera- tion , the HPSS features either
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