Juice Goose CQ1520-RX Data Sheet

CQ1520-RX

Power Sequencer with

RX Series Surge Protection

General Description

The CQ 1520-RX combines reliable AC power sequencing with the proven performance of the Juice Goose RX
Series surge protection and filtration.

Each CQ Series product contains the circuitry needed for sequenced activation and plug-and-play coordination
with other CQ Series mo dels or RC Series accessor ies. All power up and power down sequences are performed
automatically. Commands are passed from one CQ Series unit to the next.

Operation

The CQ-1515 (15 amp) and CQ-1520 (20 amp) are rack mount, plug-in models featu ring AC line protection and
seven power outputs. These three sequence event devices can be used by themselves, activated via remote
control or included with a more extensive power sequencing system. In a typical sequencing system the rack
mounted CQ is used to control power to the signal source or “front-of-house” equipment before power is applied to
amplifiers. In this configuration, the initial CQ in the series is connected by way of eight wire mo dular pho ne cable
to another CQ device at that or another location. No time delay settings or additional equipment are required. All
CQ units will automatically turn on and off in the proper sequence. Note: the CQ-1520 has a 20 amp capacity and
requires a NEMA 5/20R AC receptacle for connection of the power cord to the main AC power.

The CQ-1515 and CQ-1520 feature three sequenced duplex rece ptacles and one unswitched single AC re ce ptacle
on the back of the chassis. Each duplex has its own preset turn on and off timing. Because the CQ activates its
outlets in three stages it is useful as a stand-alone sequencer. Signal source and processing equipment can be
powered by the first sequence stages while amplifiers are powered by the last ones. The CQ can be triggered by
the switch on the front of the unit, by a remote contact closure or by a Juice Goose RC5 accessory.

Proven Power Protection

Published test results prove the effectiveness of the power protection circuitry contained in the CQ 1520-RX and
other RX Series based products.

This RX power protection te chnology is particularly valuable because it work s against common mode as well as
normal mode events. While it prot ec ts ag ain st dramatic surge events of up to 6,000 volt s at 3,0 0 0 amps on hot and
neutral (normal mode), it also limits ground line (common mode) surges to one-half (0.50) volt to prevent operating
faults of digital processing equipment.

Power protection circuitry in the CQ 1520-RX includ es a differential transformer, lots of filtering capacitanc e and
control circuitry providing protection from dangerous surges, high frequency interference, building wiring faults and
over voltage. RX technology is proven to deliver protection comparable to an isolation transformer.

Controls and Monitors

All CQ products can be controlled by way of 8 wire, RJ-45 cable. (Consult the CQ Series Owners Manual before
assembling the cable.) Each CQ has a Sequence Signal Input and Output connector on the chassis which allows
daisy chaining any CQ device at position in a power sequencing system. Sequence timing is controlled by a
nominal 8 VDC “Outputs Active” circuit between the units which is regenerated with each CQ module. There is no
limit to the number of CQ devices that can be connected and no practical distance limit between them.

The system can be activated with the sequence control switch on the CQ device itself or a Juice Goose RC5
control accessory. The sequence process can also be initiated with a latching contact closure, enabling use of a
custom mounted single pole switch, a relay or processor based controllers fr om Crestron, AMX or other
manufacturers.

The CQ-1515 and CQ-1520 feature a two position switch on the front of the chassis. This switch is active only if
there is no control cable on the Sequence Signal Input connector. When active, this switch causes the unit to turn
outlets on or off in sequence and to control the sequencing of any unit connected to the Sequence Signal Output
connector. A Manual Overri de switch allows the CQ to be manually opera ted, overriding th e control circuit in t he
unlikely event of a fault or failure.

Specifications

Chassis......................Tour Class

Dimensions………………….……………………… ……………… .……..1.75”H x19”W x 7”D
Weight…………………….…………………….….………………………………………..10 lbs

Circuit Breaker (thermal on back of the chasis).............................................................20A

AC Power Filtration @ 30 MHz……………...….80dB Common Mode, 60dB Normal Mode
Transient Energy Absorption……………………………...……………………….1,020 Joules
Max AC Surge Let Through…...10 Volts Normal Mode, 1/2 Volt Common Mode (Ground)

Number of Sequence Events…………….…………………………………..…………....Three

Power Input (seven foot power cord).....12/3 SJ with 5/20P (requires a 5/20R receptacle)

Power Output .........................................six sequenced 5/20R and one unswitched 5/15R

Input Voltage……………………….……………………..…..US standard (120 VAC @60Hz)

Signal Connections……………...….........................................…….RJ-45, eight wire cable

Monitor Features………......................LEDs correlate to power output and relay operation

See the other Juice Goose power sequencers:

CQ-1, CQ-1515, CQ-1520, CQ-2200, CQ-3000 and CQ-PD1-4

16 gauge steel with 11 gauge rack mount brackets

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CQ-1520-RX Back

ETL Certification for the CQ 1520-RX was pending as of April 2017. Contact Juice Goose for more information.

Houston, Texas

713-772-1404

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