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THE DPS1225, DPS1240, DPS2410 & DPS2420

The DPS series In-vehicle DC Power Supplies feature technology designed to supply 12 V or 24 V 
(model dependent) electrical loads such as lamps, radios, small motors, computer and communications 
equipment, fridges, pumps and TVs from a 12 V or 24 V automotive power system. 

WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for the 
DPS1225/DPS1240/DPS2410/DPS2420 DC Power Supplies.
DO NOT OPERATE THE Power Supply UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS MANUAL 
AND the Power Supply is installed as per these installation instructions.

 WARNING

DO NOT USE THE DPS1225/DPS1240/DPS2410/DPS2420 TO CHARGE BATTERIES. DOING SO MAY 
RESULT IN HARM TO THE USER AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE DPS1225/DPS1240/DPS2410/DPS2420.

 CAUTION

1. 

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory 
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been 
instructed on how to use the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be 
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

2. 

Do NOT alter or disassemble the Power Supply under any circumstances. All faulty units must be 
returned to REDARC for repair. Incorrect handling or reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock 
or fire and may void the unit warranty. 

3. 

Check the manufacturers data for your equipment/loads and ensure the maximum voltage of 
the DPS1225/DPS1240/DPS2410/DPS2420 does not exceed the manufacturers recommended 
maximum operating voltage.

4. 

The DPS1225/DPS1240/DPS2410/DPS2420 will achieve best results when proper load and vehicle 
maintenance is regularly performed. 

Содержание DPS1225

Страница 1: ...In vehicle DC Power Supply DPS1225 DPS1240 DPS2410 DPS2420 ...

Страница 2: ...1225 DPS1240 DPS2410 DPS2420 CAUTION 1 This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance 2 ...

Страница 3: ...Codes 7 5 INSTALLATION 7 5 1 RED wire Input Source Positive 7 5 2 BLUE wire Ignition Control 8 5 3 ORANGE wire Output Voltage Select 8 5 4 BROWN wire Output load Positive 9 5 5 BLACK wire Common Ground 9 5 6 GREEN wire Optional External LED 9 5 7 Earth Isolation 9 5 8 Cable sizing 10 5 9 Wiring 10 5 10 Connecting in Parallel 12 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 7 WARRANTY 15 ...

Страница 4: ...7 4 V Positive supply 14 5 V 29 0 V Line Load Regulation 1 Conversion Efficiency 94 Operating Temperature 50 C to 50 C 58 F to 122 F Weight 680 g 24 oz Dimensions 150 120 37 mm 5 9 4 7 1 5 Standards CE C Tick AS NZS CISPR1 1 2004 Warranty 2 Years 1 Please refer to FUSING below Voltage tolerance of 0 12V 3 FUSING REDARC recommend using MIDI style bolt down fuses as they ensure a low resistance conn...

Страница 5: ...ing Unit is in Standby Unit is supplying power On Unit is on and can supply power When blinking the flash duty cycle of the Output Status LED will increase to reflect the amount of current being supplied If the LED is ON solid the unit is supplying full power e g 25 A for a DPS1225 Figure 1 The DPS Series Front Decals Designed and made in Australia 10A Switchmode Voltage Booster 9 32V to 24V DPS24...

Страница 6: ...k Poor Heatsink 85 C 185 F The DPS is able to overcome substantial voltage drop by acting as a voltage booster Voltage drop as a result of inadequate input cable size can cause excessive heat to be generated in the wiring To ensure the wiring is protected the DPS will try to limit the difference between input and output voltage by reducing the current draw on the input of the unit To ensure full p...

Страница 7: ...flash followed by 3 5 second off Reverse polarity NOTE The unit will operate optimally below 55 C 131 F with good airflow At higher temperatures the unit will de rate output current NOTE Appropriate connections must be made to the wires with continuous current ratings as per the specifications table on page 4 5 INSTALLATION The DPS cannot be installed in direct heat environments such as the vehicl...

Страница 8: ... following way PROFILE A For 12 0 V output on the DPS1225 DPS1240 or 24 0 V output on the DPS2410 DPS2420 leave the ORANGE wire disconnected OR OR Not Connected ORANGE Wire ORANGE Wire Ground Fuse AUXILIARY BATTERY ORANGE Wire PROFILE B For 13 7 V output on the DPS1225 DPS1240 or 27 4 V output on the DPS2410 DPS2420 connect the ORANGE wire to Common Ground OR OR Not Connected ORANGE Wire ORANGE Wi...

Страница 9: ...for example on the vehicle s dashboard The DPS will limit the current supply by the GREEN wire to 6mA so a standard green LED can be connected directly between the GREEN wire and the common ground An LED with a series resistor can also be used but the resistor value should be less than or equal to 1000Ohms an LED with a built in 1000Ohm series resistor is typically referred to as a 12Volt LED Conn...

Страница 10: ...it or worst case a fire We recommend that this activity be undertaken by an appropriately trained person REDARC recommends using a soldered butt splice crimp connection that is covered with heatshrink Do not use standard red blue yellow blade connections as they are not rated for either the current required or gauge of wire supplied on the unit Crimping provides good mechanical connection solderin...

Страница 11: ... bay or the internal fuse box for the radio See Section 5 6 page 9 12V INPUT Optional LED and Resistor Figure 6 Standard 24V Input Setup START BATTERY START BATTERY GREEN Optional LED and Resistor Fuse All ground points must be connected to chassis earth Fuse Note Power wires must be suitably sized refer to Section 5 8 and must be crimped using an appropriate crimp tool Output Voltage Selection Re...

Страница 12: ...ng must be suitably sized to carry the constant high current Suitably rated fuses must be used Refer to page 4 Figure 7 Parallel Connection of two DPS units for Increased Output Rating GREEN Optional LED and Resistor 1b All ground points must be connected to chassis earth BLACK Vehicle Ignition or to D BLACK BROWN to 12V or 24V Start Battery BLUE RED ORANGE RED ORANGE BLUE Fuse To Loads Double Pol...

Страница 13: ...qualified Auto Electrician or REDARC Electronics Check that the alternator is charging properly If the problem is still evident contact a qualified Auto Electrician or REDARC Electronics Check the RED wire Is it installed with appropriate gauge wire and connected to the source you require Is the Output Status light ON or flashing If an External LED is fitted is it working as described on page 6 of...

Страница 14: ...14 NOTES ...

Страница 15: ...odie Road North Lonsdale SA 5160 Australia North America www redarcelectronics com warranty REDARC Corporation c o Shallco Inc 308 Component Dr Smithfield NC 27577 USA Australia 61 8 8322 4848 New Zealand 64 9 222 1024 USA 1 704 247 5150 Canada 1 604 260 5512 Mexico 52 558 526 2898 UK Europe 44 0 20 3930 8109 Copyright 2022 REDARC Electronics Pty Ltd All rights reserved Design and specifications a...

Страница 16: ...EN Tech Support 1300 REDARC 1300 733 272 Head Office 61 8 8322 4848 New Zealand 64 9 222 1024 UK Europe 44 0 20 3930 8109 USA 1 704 247 5150 Canada 1 604 260 5512 Mexico 52 558 526 2898 www redarcelectronics com ...

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