APC BR1200 User manual

User manual

Back-UPS

®

RS BR1200 BI-BR

w w w . a p c . c o m

1

Connect Battery

For your security, Back-UPS RS is provided with the battery cable disconnected. The UPS only will work after the cable is connected to the battery terminal.

1

NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection.

Before connecting the battery, unplug the Back-UPS from wall outlet and also all equipement connected to the UPS. This is not a hot swap unit.

Press the lock that is under the UPS and pull the bezel at the bottom.

2 Connect the battery cable to its terminal

(positive pole)

3 Engage the superior part of the panel in the holes and gently push it till it locks.

2) Press the top of the plastic panel

and twist the bottom part as shown

in the picture.

1) Press the lock that is

under the product.

Some resistance to dismount the plastic panel will be noticed.

This is normal.

2

Connect the Equipment

Place the Back-UPS to avoid:

- Direct sunlight;

- Excessive heat;

- Excessive humidity or contact with fluids.

If you want to use the management function of your Back-UPS, you shall acquire the communication kit (part number AP9937).

The supplied cable and software provide automatic file saving and shutdown of the operating system in the case of a sustained power outage.

If you have the communication kit, connect the interface cable to the data port at the

Back-UPS rear and the other end of the cable to the USB port of your computer.

Connect Fax / modem (ADSL) / phone

Back-UPS RS protects a single line (2-wire) fax, modem or phone from surges when it is connected through the Back-UPS RS as shown.

3

Switch on your Back-UPS RS

Press the ON/OFF switch to power the unit.

This will initiate an automatic test.

A single short beep and the green On-Line indicator confirms that Back-UPS is on and ready to protect your equipments. The Back-UPS RS is on and ready to provide protection.

The Back-UPS RS should charge for at least 12 hours to ensure sufficient runtime.

The unit is being charged whenever it is connected to utility power, whether the unit is turned ON or OFF.

In case you have the AP9937 Communication Kit, install PowerChute Personal

Edition® software

To install the software, insert the CD-ROM into the drive and follow the on-screen instructions. Refer to the software documentation to get further using instructions and functionality.

Operation indication

The Back-UPS RS indicates operating status using a combination of audible and visual indicators (leds). Refer to the “Troubleshooting” section to get further information.

Battery Back-up plus Surge Protection

These outlets are powered whenever the Back-UPS RS is switched ON. During a power outage or other utility problems (brownouts, over-voltages), these outlets will be powered for a limited time by the

Back-UPS RS. Plug your computer, monitor, and one other data-sensitive device (external disk or tape drive) into these outlets.

Data Port Modem

Phone / FAX

Wall

Outlet

Wall Outlet

Computer

USB port

Modem/Phone/Fax

Status

Online – Operation is normal

(Green indicator).

Voltage Regulation –

(Yellow indicator).

Overload –

(Red indicator)

Check battery

Indicación

Visual / Audible

Definición

Led on.

Beeping 4 times every

30 seconds.

The utility power is on security levels.

UPS is running on battery mode and utility power is not available at the power outlet.

Beeping once every second.

UPS will shutdown in one minute.

Led on.

ELed on, constant tone

The power from the utility power is above or under the range specified for product.

UPS is automatically regulating voltage for security levels.

UPS is overloaded: disconnect part of the load connected.

Flashing once every second.

The battery automatic test was not successfully completed or battery is disconnected.

Consult “troubleshooting” section.

Frontal

Legend:

1 – Power LED

2 – Tension adjustment LED

3 – Overloaded/verify LED

4 – Power switch

5 – 220V Circuit breaker

Rear

6 – 110V Circuit breaker

7 – Power cable

8 - Data Port

9 - Modem / Phone / Fax Port

10 -Wall Outlet

1

Replacing the battery

When Back-UPS indicates the need of replacing battery, you should order an APC certified battery pack and proceed as following described:

NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection.

Before connecting the battery, unplug the Back-UPS from wall outlet and also all equipement connected to the UPS. This is not a hot swap unit.

1 Press the lock that is under the UPS and pull the bezel by the bottom.

2

Disconnect the central wires and the protection fuses from battery terminals.

3

Disconnect the battery and, then, unscrew the frontal metallic panel

2) Press the top of the plastic panel

and twist the bottom part as shown

in the picture.

1) Press the lock that is

under the product.

4

Some resistance to dismount the plastic panel will be noticed.

This is normal.

Turn the cap down and remove it.

5 Remove battery package from the product and replace it. UPS is supplying battery power to the load connected to the Battery outlets.

6 Reconnect all cables in the inverse order of disassembling. Engage the metal cap and screw it again. Engage the plastic panel superior part and press it softly on rear until it locks.

Troubleshooting

Use the table below to solve minor Back-UPS RS installation or operation problems.

Consult APC on-line support or call APC Technical Support for assistance with problems that cannot be resolved using the table below.

Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

Back-UPS RS do not switch on.

Battery is disconnected and/or Unit is not connected to the power source.

Connect the battery (Consult Connect the Battery section) and ensure that is connected on ac outlet.

Connected equipment out off power.

Circuit suit is tripped off Reduce number of equipment connected to UPS outlets.

Retrip the circuit breaker, pushing in it.

Equipment is connected to power

Back-UPS beep 4 times every 30 seconds

Back-UPS is heavily loaded.

PowerChute Personal Edition software executed

UPS automatic shutdown

Back-UPS RS discharged available power of your battery.

Ensure the equipment switched on UPS outlets are not overloading its capacity.

Disconnect some equipment if necessary.

It is a regular operation. Reset software.

Back-UPS only can run with battery power during a limited period.

UPS will be shutdown when available battery power is totally empty.

Recharge for 12 hour before continue to use them. Batteries are recharged when the UPS is connected to power source.

The Back-UPS battery wave outs were designed for computers and peripherals, not for equipment with motor.

Equipment does not accept sinusoidal waves because of UPS approximation.

Back-UPS is using the battery to provide power to connected equipment.

Back-UPS is using the battery to provide power to connected equipment.

UPS is regularly working. You have to save your documents, shutdown your equipment and the UPS. When the power supply regularly return on, you can restart the UPS and your equipment.

Disconnect non-essential equipment The power indicator is on and

Back-UPS RS is buzzing with continuous and short tones.

The overload/verify battery indicator flashes and

Back-UPS RS buzzes with continuous and short tones.

UPS is overloaded

Unit could be not correctly connected.

Batteries must be charged.

Battery has reached the end of its useful life.

Consult “Connect the Battery” section.

Recharge UPS, at least, 12 hours. Restarting the UPS, an automatic test will be run.

If the overload/verify battery indicator still flashing and beeping a continuous and short tons after the automatic test, batteries must be replaced.

Specifications

Item

Surge capacity (8 outlets)

Voltage on battery

Frequency on battery

Transfer time

AC surge protection (Full time)

Telephone surge protection

EMI/RFI filter

Specification

12 Amps (including outlet UPS)

115 Vac ms+/- 6%

60 Hz+/- 1Hz

5 ms typical

450 joules

1 line (2 wires)

Full time

UPS for overload protection UPS automatically shuts down if exceeds 110% of evaluated nominal

Circuit breaker resettable of AC input

Battery type

Average life

Recharge time

Net weight

Size (HxWxD)

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Operating relative humidity

Operating elevation

Input nominal voltage and adjustment range

Output voltage and adjustment range

7A(22AV) / 15 A(115v)

Sealed, maintenance-free lead acid

2 to 4 years, depending on number of discharge cycles and enviromental temperature.

Usually 12 hours, maximum of 16 hours

33 lb

15,0 kg

7.87x6.50x13.0 inch

20.0x16.5x33.0 cm

+32º to 104ºF

0º to 40ºC

+5º to 113ºF

15º to 45ºC

0 to 95% non-condensing

0 to 10000 feet

0 to 3000m

86 – 149 Vac (115V)

170-260Vac(220V)

115V+/-6%

Nominal power 1200VA / 600 W

Warranty

The standard warranty is 2 years from the date of purchase. APC’s standard procedure is to replace the original unit with a factory reconditioned unit. Customers who must have the original unit back due to assigned asset tags and set depreciation schedules must declare such a need at first contact with APC Technical Support. APC will ship the replacement unit once the defective unit is received by the repair department or cross-ship upon the provision of a valid credit card number. The customer pays for shipping to APC, and APC pays ground freight transportation costs back to the customer.

How to buy a AP9937 Communication Kit

The AP9937 Communication Kit can be purchased at any APC dealer or local dealer.

How to order replacement battery

New package battery can be bought from your local dealer. Hold your Back-UPS RS model number that can be found on rear part of the equipment. Use always APC certified batteries.

Battery must be recycled. Please delivery spent batteries on APC reseller.

Service

Note: UPS detailed specifications are available on www.apc.com/br.

Please DO NOT RETURN Back-UPS RS to the place of purchase under any circumstances.

1. Consult the “Troubleshooting section” to eliminate common problems.

2. Verify the battery is connected according to “Connect the Battery” and that the Circuit Breaker is not tripped (see “Troubleshooting section”).

If you still have questions, please contact APC via www.apc.com/br or at one of the phone numbers listed below.

3. Before contacting APC, please be sure to keep at hands the date purchased, UPS model, and serial number (on rear part of unit).

4. If necessary, Technical Support Representative will issue a Return Material Authorization Number

(RMA#).

5. Pack the unit properly to avoid shipment damage. Never use foam beads for packaging. Damage sustained in transit is not covered under warranty (insuring the package for full value is recommended).

APC Contact Information

USA/Canada

Mexico

Brazil

Worldwide

Web Site

Online Technical Support

1.800.800.4272

+52.292.0253 / 52.292.0255

+0800.555.272

+1.401.789.5735

www.apc.com/br http://support.apc.com

990-2767 Rev5 Copyright © 2006 American Power Conversion Corp. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

APC, Back-UPS and PowerChute are registered trademarks of American Power Conversion Corp.

User manual

Back-UPS

®

RS BR1200 BI-BR

w w w . a p c . c o m

1

Connect Battery

For your security, Back-UPS RS is provided with the battery cable disconnected. The UPS only will work after the cable is connected to the battery terminal.

1

NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection.

Before connecting the battery, unplug the Back-UPS from wall outlet and also all equipement connected to the UPS. This is not a hot swap unit.

Press the lock that is under the UPS and pull the bezel at the bottom.

2 Connect the battery cable to its terminal

(positive pole)

3 Engage the superior part of the panel in the holes and gently push it till it locks.

2) Press the top of the plastic panel

and twist the bottom part as shown

in the picture.

1) Press the lock that is

under the product.

Some resistance to dismount the plastic panel will be noticed.

This is normal.

2

Connect the Equipment

Place the Back-UPS to avoid:

- Direct sunlight;

- Excessive heat;

- Excessive humidity or contact with fluids.

If you want to use the management function of your Back-UPS, you shall acquire the communication kit (part number AP9937).

The supplied cable and software provide automatic file saving and shutdown of the operating system in the case of a sustained power outage.

If you have the communication kit, connect the interface cable to the data port at the

Back-UPS rear and the other end of the cable to the USB port of your computer.

Connect Fax / modem (ADSL) / phone

Back-UPS RS protects a single line (2-wire) fax, modem or phone from surges when it is connected through the Back-UPS RS as shown.

3

Switch on your Back-UPS RS

Press the ON/OFF switch to power the unit.

This will initiate an automatic test.

A single short beep and the green On-Line indicator confirms that Back-UPS is on and ready to protect your equipments. The Back-UPS RS is on and ready to provide protection.

The Back-UPS RS should charge for at least 12 hours to ensure sufficient runtime.

The unit is being charged whenever it is connected to utility power, whether the unit is turned ON or OFF.

In case you have the AP9937 Communication Kit, install PowerChute Personal

Edition® software

To install the software, insert the CD-ROM into the drive and follow the on-screen instructions. Refer to the software documentation to get further using instructions and functionality.

Operation indication

The Back-UPS RS indicates operating status using a combination of audible and visual indicators (leds). Refer to the “Troubleshooting” section to get further information.

Battery Back-up plus Surge Protection

These outlets are powered whenever the Back-UPS RS is switched ON. During a power outage or other utility problems (brownouts, over-voltages), these outlets will be powered for a limited time by the

Back-UPS RS. Plug your computer, monitor, and one other data-sensitive device (external disk or tape drive) into these outlets.

Data Port Modem

Phone / FAX

Wall

Outlet

Wall Outlet

Computer

USB port

Modem/Phone/Fax

Status

Online – Operation is normal

(Green indicator).

Voltage Regulation –

(Yellow indicator).

Overload –

(Red indicator)

Check battery

Indicación

Visual / Audible

Definición

Led on.

Beeping 4 times every

30 seconds.

The utility power is on security levels.

UPS is running on battery mode and utility power is not available at the power outlet.

Beeping once every second.

UPS will shutdown in one minute.

Led on.

ELed on, constant tone

The power from the utility power is above or under the range specified for product.

UPS is automatically regulating voltage for security levels.

UPS is overloaded: disconnect part of the load connected.

Flashing once every second.

The battery automatic test was not successfully completed or battery is disconnected.

Consult “troubleshooting” section.

Frontal

Legend:

1 – Power LED

2 – Tension adjustment LED

3 – Overloaded/verify LED

4 – Power switch

5 – 220V Circuit breaker

Rear

6 – 110V Circuit breaker

7 – Power cable

8 - Data Port

9 - Modem / Phone / Fax Port

10 -Wall Outlet

1

Replacing the battery

When Back-UPS indicates the need of replacing battery, you should order an APC certified battery pack and proceed as following described:

NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection.

Before connecting the battery, unplug the Back-UPS from wall outlet and also all equipement connected to the UPS. This is not a hot swap unit.

1 Press the lock that is under the UPS and pull the bezel by the bottom.

2

Disconnect the central wires and the protection fuses from battery terminals.

3

Disconnect the battery and, then, unscrew the frontal metallic panel

2) Press the top of the plastic panel

and twist the bottom part as shown

in the picture.

1) Press the lock that is

under the product.

4

Some resistance to dismount the plastic panel will be noticed.

This is normal.

Turn the cap down and remove it.

5 Remove battery package from the product and replace it. UPS is supplying battery power to the load connected to the Battery outlets.

6 Reconnect all cables in the inverse order of disassembling. Engage the metal cap and screw it again. Engage the plastic panel superior part and press it softly on rear until it locks.

Troubleshooting

Use the table below to solve minor Back-UPS RS installation or operation problems.

Consult APC on-line support or call APC Technical Support for assistance with problems that cannot be resolved using the table below.

Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

Back-UPS RS do not switch on.

Battery is disconnected and/or Unit is not connected to the power source.

Connect the battery (Consult Connect the Battery section) and ensure that is connected on ac outlet.

Connected equipment out off power.

Circuit suit is tripped off Reduce number of equipment connected to UPS outlets.

Retrip the circuit breaker, pushing in it.

Equipment is connected to power

Back-UPS beep 4 times every 30 seconds

Back-UPS is heavily loaded.

PowerChute Personal Edition software executed

UPS automatic shutdown

Back-UPS RS discharged available power of your battery.

Ensure the equipment switched on UPS outlets are not overloading its capacity.

Disconnect some equipment if necessary.

It is a regular operation. Reset software.

Back-UPS only can run with battery power during a limited period.

UPS will be shutdown when available battery power is totally empty.

Recharge for 12 hour before continue to use them. Batteries are recharged when the UPS is connected to power source.

The Back-UPS battery wave outs were designed for computers and peripherals, not for equipment with motor.

Equipment does not accept sinusoidal waves because of UPS approximation.

Back-UPS is using the battery to provide power to connected equipment.

Back-UPS is using the battery to provide power to connected equipment.

UPS is regularly working. You have to save your documents, shutdown your equipment and the UPS. When the power supply regularly return on, you can restart the UPS and your equipment.

Disconnect non-essential equipment The power indicator is on and

Back-UPS RS is buzzing with continuous and short tones.

The overload/verify battery indicator flashes and

Back-UPS RS buzzes with continuous and short tones.

UPS is overloaded

Unit could be not correctly connected.

Batteries must be charged.

Battery has reached the end of its useful life.

Consult “Connect the Battery” section.

Recharge UPS, at least, 12 hours. Restarting the UPS, an automatic test will be run.

If the overload/verify battery indicator still flashing and beeping a continuous and short tons after the automatic test, batteries must be replaced.

Specifications

Item

Surge capacity (8 outlets)

Voltage on battery

Frequency on battery

Transfer time

AC surge protection (Full time)

Telephone surge protection

EMI/RFI filter

Specification

12 Amps (including outlet UPS)

115 Vac ms+/- 6%

60 Hz+/- 1Hz

5 ms typical

450 joules

1 line (2 wires)

Full time

UPS for overload protection UPS automatically shuts down if exceeds 110% of evaluated nominal

Circuit breaker resettable of AC input

Battery type

Average life

Recharge time

Net weight

Size (HxWxD)

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Operating relative humidity

Operating elevation

Input nominal voltage and adjustment range

Output voltage and adjustment range

7A(22AV) / 15 A(115v)

Sealed, maintenance-free lead acid

2 to 4 years, depending on number of discharge cycles and enviromental temperature.

Usually 12 hours, maximum of 16 hours

33 lb

15,0 kg

7.87x6.50x13.0 inch

20.0x16.5x33.0 cm

+32º to 104ºF

0º to 40ºC

+5º to 113ºF

15º to 45ºC

0 to 95% non-condensing

0 to 10000 feet

0 to 3000m

86 – 149 Vac (115V)

170-260Vac(220V)

115V+/-6%

Nominal power 1200VA / 600 W

Warranty

The standard warranty is 2 years from the date of purchase. APC’s standard procedure is to replace the original unit with a factory reconditioned unit. Customers who must have the original unit back due to assigned asset tags and set depreciation schedules must declare such a need at first contact with APC Technical Support. APC will ship the replacement unit once the defective unit is received by the repair department or cross-ship upon the provision of a valid credit card number. The customer pays for shipping to APC, and APC pays ground freight transportation costs back to the customer.

How to buy a AP9937 Communication Kit

The AP9937 Communication Kit can be purchased at any APC dealer or local dealer.

How to order replacement battery

New package battery can be bought from your local dealer. Hold your Back-UPS RS model number that can be found on rear part of the equipment. Use always APC certified batteries.

Battery must be recycled. Please delivery spent batteries on APC reseller.

Service

Note: UPS detailed specifications are available on www.apc.com/br.

Please DO NOT RETURN Back-UPS RS to the place of purchase under any circumstances.

1. Consult the “Troubleshooting section” to eliminate common problems.

2. Verify the battery is connected according to “Connect the Battery” and that the Circuit Breaker is not tripped (see “Troubleshooting section”).

If you still have questions, please contact APC via www.apc.com/br or at one of the phone numbers listed below.

3. Before contacting APC, please be sure to keep at hands the date purchased, UPS model, and serial number (on rear part of unit).

4. If necessary, Technical Support Representative will issue a Return Material Authorization Number

(RMA#).

5. Pack the unit properly to avoid shipment damage. Never use foam beads for packaging. Damage sustained in transit is not covered under warranty (insuring the package for full value is recommended).

APC Contact Information

USA/Canada

Mexico

Brazil

Worldwide

Web Site

Online Technical Support

1.800.800.4272

+52.292.0253 / 52.292.0255

+0800.555.272

+1.401.789.5735

www.apc.com/br http://support.apc.com

990-2767 Rev5 Copyright © 2006 American Power Conversion Corp. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

APC, Back-UPS and PowerChute are registered trademarks of American Power Conversion Corp.