TR TSY 000406 : ISSUE 1

Covers proposed generic requirements for a dc bulk power plant with remote monitoring capability that in Bellcore's view, meets the needs of a typical BOC for DC Bulk Power System for Confined Locations (PCOLO). The PCOLO described is a minimum size and weight plant intended to power telecommunications equipment, especially loop carrier equipment. Information on battery chargers, battery type, battery reserve, voltage ranges, distribution feeders, external and internal alarms, diagnostics, and the means to access the plant locally and remotely, is provided.