User Manual for: CPS1500AVR UPS TM and PowerPanel Plus Software ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION TIPS CAN BE FOUND AT: www.cyberpowersystems.com/1500FAQs.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Description Determining Power Requirements Hardware Installation Guide Software Information TM PowerPanel Plus Installation TM PowerPanel Plus User Guide 1 2 2 3 4 6 PowerPanelTM Installation Battery Replacement Instructions LED Indicators Troubleshooting Guide Specifications Warranty 9 8 10 11 11 12 Thank you for purchasing a CyberPower Systems product.
CPS1500AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System DESCRIPTION 1. Power Switch Can be used as a master on/off switch for equipment connected to the UPS. 2. Test Switch Press this switch to run a self-test. 3. Battery Capacity/ Load Indicator These indicators show a visual indication of the battery charge as well as the unit’s load. 4. Power On Indicator This LED is illuminated when the utility condition is normal and the UPS outlets are providing power, free of surges and spikes. 5.
INSPECTION The box should contain the following: (1) PowerPanel PlusTM Software Disk;(1) PowerPanelTM Software Disk; (2) Serial Interface Cable (DB-9); (1) Telephone Cable; (1) User Manual; (1) Warranty Registration Card; (1) UPS Unit; (2) Rack mount Brackets; (2) Stands. HOW TO DETERMINE THE POWER REQUIREMENTS OF YOUR EQUIPMENT 1. Make sure that the total Volt-Amp (VA) requirements of your computer, monitor, and peripheral equipment does not exceed 1500VA (950 Watts). 2.
CPS1500AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System 5. Plug the UPS into a 2 pole, 3 wire grounding receptacle (wall outlet). Make sure that the outlet is protected by a fuse or circuit breaker and does not service equipment with large electrical loads (i.e. -copier, refrigerator, etc...). Avoid using extension cords. If used, the extension cord must be rated for at least 15 Amps. 6. Depress the power switch to turn the unit on. The power indicator light will illuminate. 7.
TM The Primary computer (with PowerPanel Plus installed) is the computer that you will use to control the UPS and make any changes to the operation of the UPS. The Secondary computer (with PowerPanelTM installed) is unable to exhibit any control over the UPS. When there is a power failure, the Primary computer will start to shutdown after a user controlled delay. Once the Primary computer is shutdown, the UPS will signal the secondary computer and initiate a shutdown.
CPS1500AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System 8. Windows will find new hardware. TM 9. Insert the PowerPanel Plus (Primary) disk into the floppy drive. 10. Follow the on-screen instructions. 11. Once the software has finished installing, remove the floppy disk and restart your computer. When your computer restarts, the PowerPanel PlusTM software will appear on your screen for a few seconds, and then minimize. It will appear as a blue and white battery icon, located in the system tray, near the clock.
9. Connect the serial interface cable to the UPS and an open serial port on the back of the computer. You must use the serial cable that was provided with the unit. 10. Plug the UPS into and AC outlet, turn the UPS on and start your computer. 11. Click on Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 12. Double-click on Add/Remove Programs. 13. Insert the PowerPanel PlusTM (Primary) disk into the floppy drive. 14. Click Install. 15. Follow the on-screen instructions. 16.
CPS1500AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System POWERPANEL PLUSTM MAIN WINDOW DESCRIPTION 1. Input Voltage - This reading shows the current input voltage of the utility power. The input normally displays in green, but will appear in red if the input voltage is lower than 85v of higher than 150v. 2. Battery Level - This indicator displays the current charge on the battery. The indicator will turn red during a power failure. 3. Frequency - This indicator displays the frequency of the utility power. 4.
6. Delay between warning messages - User adjustable setting for the delay between the audible alarms that occur during a power failure. 7. UPS Self-test - Allows the user to test the UPS without having to unplug the unit from the wall. When the run button is clicked, the unit will switch to battery power and the unit will beep. 8. About - This button will display information about the software, as well as contact information. 9. Advance - This button opens the Advanced Setup Window. 10.
CPS1500AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System 5. Clear - Clears the selected item from the schedule. 6. Add - Adds an item to the schedule. 7. OK - Exits the window. Please note: You must click Add to add the item to the schedule. 8. Turn Off - Select the day/date/time that you want the system to shutdown. This is optional and has no effect on whether your computer will shut down during a power failure. 9. Weekly Setting - Allows you to schedule a shutdown/startup based on the day of the week.
FOR WINDOWS XP (Home and Professional) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Click on Start then click on Control Panel. Double-click on Power Options, then click the UPS tab. Set the manufacturer to None. Exit to the desktop and then shutdown your computer. Connect the serial cable to Serial Port II on the UPS and an open serial port on your computer. You must use the serial cable that was provided with the unit. 6. Plug the UPS into an AC outlet, turn the UPS on and then start your computer. TM 7.
CPS1500AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System FOR WINDOWS 2000 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Click on Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel. Double-click on Power Options. On the UPS Tab, click Select. In the UPS selection dialog box, under Manufacturers, select None. Exit to the desktop. Shutdown the computer, then turn the UPS off and unplug it. Connect the serial cable to Serial Port II on the UPS and an open serial port on the computer.
REPLACING THE BATTERY CAUTION! Read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before servicing the battery. Service the battery under the supervision of personnel knowledgeable of batteries and their precautions. CAUTION! Use only the specified type of battery. See your dealer for replacement batteries. CAUTION! The battery may present the risk of electrical shock. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire, as it may explode. Follow all local ordinances regarding proper disposal of batteries.
CPS1500AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System DEFINITIONS FOR LED INDICATORS Power On Wiring Fault On Off On Off AVR Off Flash Using Circuit Battery Breaker Off Set Off Set Alarm Condition Off Off On Off On Off Set Off Off On/Off Off On Set Two Beeps Off On/Off Off On Set Rapid Beeps Set Long Beep On/Off On/Off On/Off/Flash On/Off Off Off Off On Up Long Beep Off Off Off Off Set Off Set/Up None On/Off On/Off On/Off/Flash On/Off Normal AVR - Max.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Outlets do not provide power to equipment Possible Cause Circuit breaker is tripped due to overload The UPS does not perform expected runtime. Batteries are discharged Unit has been damaged by a surge or spike. Batteries are not fully charged. Batteries are worn out. The UPS will not turn on. The on/off switch is designed to prevent damage by rapidly turning it off and on. The unit is not connected to an AC outlet. The batteries are worn out. Mechanical problem.
CPS1500AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System Limited Warranty And Power Control Guarantee In purchasing a CPS1500AVR in the United States or Canada, the original end user receives a Limited Warranty and CyberPower's Power Control Guarantee from CyberPower Systems (USA), Inc. (for ease of reading, referred to as "CyberPower"). The Limited Warranty and the Power Control Guarantee are intended to be the initial end-user's exclusive rights and remedies.
POWER CONTROL GUARANTEE If you are the Initial Purchaser and the Product is still covered by the Limited Warranty, the Power Control Guarantee provides protection for damage to equipment connected to the Product ("Connected Equipment"), subject to certain terms and limitations. The Power Control Guarantee is not "first dollar" coverage.
CPS1500AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System CONDITIONS COMMON TO THE LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE POWER CONTROL GUARANTEE The Limited Warranty and the Power Control Guarantee are the only and the exclusive express warranty of CyberPower with respect to the Product. This exclusion of other express warranties applies to written and oral express warranties.
FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
