Dynex DX-800U User Manual

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UPS/Battery Backup System

Onduleur avec système de batterie de sauvegarde UPS/Sistema de respaldo por batería

DX-800U

USER GUIDE • GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR • GUÍA DEL USUARIO

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Dynex DX-800 UPS/Battery

Backup System

Introduction

The DX-800 UPS/Battery Backup System provides protection from power surges and power failure. The UPS uses an automatic voltage regulator to regulate the electricity coming into your computer to make sure that your computer receives a steady and consistent power flow. In the case of power failure, the UPS provides battery power to your computer so you can save your work and shut down your computer. The UPS includes software that will save all your open files and shut down your computer.

Contents

Important safety instructions........................................................... 2

Package contents ............................................................................. 2

Installing your UPS........................................................................... 3

Status indicators............................................................................... 3

Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 5

Specifications................................................................................... 5

Legal notices.................................................................................... 5

Français ....................................................... 6

Español ...................................................... 10

Package contents

Inspect the UPS upon receipt. The box should contain the following:

•UPS

•User’s manual

• PowerPanel™ Personal Edition software CD

• USB cable

• Telephone cable

• Warranty registration card

•Coaxial Cable

Identifying components

7 8

3 4

2 2

1 1

Introduction

Important safety instructions

Save these instructions. This manual contains important safety instructions. Read and follow all instructions carefully during installation and operation of your UPS. Read this manual thoroughly before attempting to unpack, install, or operate

your UPS. War nin gs:

• This UPS is not intended for use with medical or life support equipment. Do not use in any circumstance that would affect the operation or safety of any life support equipment or with any medical applications or patient care.

• Do not use with or near aquariums. Condensation from the aquarium can cause your UPS to short out and cause a fire or electrical shock.

• To avoid electrical shock, turn off your UPS and unplug it from the AC power source before replacing the battery or installing a computer component.

• To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, install in a temperature and humidity controlled, indoor area, free of conductive contaminants. (See Specifications for acceptable temperature and humidity range).

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover except to replace the battery. No user serviceable parts inside except for the battery.

• Even if your UPS is not plugged into an electrical outlet, electrical energy may still flow through your UPS from the battery.

• Your UPS must be connected to an AC power outlet that has fuse or circuit breaker protection. Do not plug into an ungrounded outlet. If you need to de-energize your UPS, turn it off and unplug it.

Component Description

1 Battery-powered and

surge-protected outlets

2Surge-protected

outlets

3 Power switch Press to turn your UPS on and off. 4 Power indicator Lights when your UPS is turned on. 5 Electrical wiring fault

indicator

6 Communication jacks Plug your dial-up modem, fax machine, or

7 Circuit breaker Provides overload and fault protection for

8 Serial and USB ports Connect your computer to one of these ports

9 AC adapter outlets Plug AC adapters into these outlets.

Plug devices into these outlets that need battery-backup power, for example, a computer, monitor, or external storage device. These outlets provide both surge protection and battery-backup power. If a power failure occurs, these outlets supply power to devices.

Plug devices into these outlets that do not need battery-backup power, for example, printers and speakers.

Lights when your UPS detects an electrical wiring problem, such as a bad ground, a missing ground, or reverse wiring. If this indicator lights, unplug your UPS and contact an electrician to repair the outlet. Caution: If a w iring proble m exis ts, your UPS cannot provide surge protection.

telephone into the IN communication jack, then plug the telephone cable into the OUT communication jack and your telephone outlet.

your UPS.

to monitor the status of your UPS. You need to install the PowerPanel Personal Edition software to monitor your UPS.

RECOMMENDED SCREW DIMENSIONS

Screw

Wall stud

WALL MOUNT

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Installing your UPS

Component Description

10 Vertical stand Position this end of your UPS on the bottom

11 COAX/Cable/DDS

jacks

so you can stand your UPS vertically. Plug your DSL or cable modem, CATV

converter, or DSS receiver into these jacks.

Installing your UPS

You can use your UPS immediately. The first time you plug in your UPS, turn it on and leave it connected to AC power for at least 16 hours to fully charge the battery.

To instal l your UP S:

1 Before you plug in and turn on your UPS, plug your computer,

monitor, and external storage devices into the battery-powered outlets on your UPS.

Plug your other devices into the surge-protected outlets. Caution: Do not plug a laser printer, paper shredder, copier,

space heater, vacuum, or other large electrical devices into your UPS. The amount of electricity used by these types of devices could overload and possibly damage your UPS.

2 If you have a network connection, plug the network cable into the

IN communication jack on your UPS, then plug the telephone cable into the OUT communication jack on your UPS.

Mounting your UPS on a wall

To mount your UPS on a wall:

1 Locate a stud on the wall you want to mount your UPS on.

1/8"

(3.175 mm)

2 Insert one screw into the center of the stud. 3 Insert a second screw 5 5/8 inches from the first screw. 4 Align the mounting holes on the back of your UPS with the screws,

then slide the UPS over the screw heads.

Max. 5/16"

(7.938 mm)

(6.35 mm)

1 1/4"

3 Plug your UPS into a 2-pole, 3-wire grounded electrical outlet.

Make sure that the electrical outlet is protected by a fuse or circuit breaker and that the fuse or breaker does not provide electricity to equipment with large electrical demands.

Caution: Do not plug your UPS into an extension cord, outlet strip, or surge protector.

4 Press the power switch on your UPS. The power indicator turns on

and your UPS beeps one time. Caution: If your UPS detects an overload, your UPS sounds an

audible alarm and makes one long beep. To correct this problem, turn off your UPS, then unplug at least one piece of equipment from the battery-powered outlets. Wait 10 seconds. Make sure the circuit breaker is depressed, then turn on your UPS.

Note: To maintain optimal battery charge, leave the UPS plugged into an AC outlet at all times.

Note: To store your UPS for an extended period, cover it and store it with the battery fully charged. If you store it for an extended period of time, recharge the battery every three months to make sure that the battery retains a charge.

5 5/8"

(150.0 mm)

Installing PowerPanel™ Personal Edition software

Your UPS comes with PowerPanel Personal Edition software that lets you monitor your UPS from your computer.

To install the PowerPanel Personal Edition software:

1 Insert the PowerPanel Personal Edition CD in your disc drive. The

setup program opens automatically.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. 3 See the PowerPanel Personal Edition online help for information

about using the software.

Status indicators

Your UPS has two LED indicators and one audible alarm to let you know the status of your UPS.

Power On

On Off Off Normal On On/Off Two

On On/Off Rapid

Wiring Faul t

Audible Alarm

beeps

Condition

Power failure has occurred. Your UPS is supplying power to plugged in devices.

The UPS battery charge is low. Power failure has occurred. Your UPS is supplying power to plugged in devices.

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Power On

Off Off Long

Off On/Off Long

On/Off On None Electrical Wiring Fault–The AC

Wiring Faul t

Audible Alarm

beep

Condition

System Overload–The amount of power required by plugged in devices exceeds the amount of power your UPS can supply. Turn off your UPS, unplug at least one device, wait 10 seconds, reset the circuit breaker, then turn on your UPS.

Battery Overload–The amount of power required by devices plugged into the battery-powered outlets exceeds the amount of power the battery can supply. Turn the UPS off, unplug at least one device from battery-powered outlets, wait 10 seconds, reset the circuit breaker, then turn on your UPS.

outlet your UPS is plugged into has a wiring problem, such as a bad ground, a missing ground, or reversed wiring. Contact an electrician to repair the outlet or use a different outlet.

Status indicators

4 Remove the retaining screw.

Replacing the battery

Warnings:

• 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.

• Use only the specified type of battery. See your dealer for replacement batteries.

• The battery may present a risk of electrical shock. Do not dispose of battery in a fire because it may explode. Follow all local ordinances regarding correct disposal of batteries. Almost any retailer that sells lead-acid batteries collects used batteries for recycling, as required by most state laws.

• Do not open or damage the batteries. The batteries contain electrolytes that are harmful to skin and eyes.

• A battery can present a high risk of short circuit current and electrical shock. Take the following precautions before replacing the battery:

• Remove all watches, rings, or other metal objects.

• Only use tools with insulated handles.

• Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of the battery or any terminals.

• Wear rubber gloves and boots.

• Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If grounded, remove the source of ground. Contact with a grounded battery can result in electrical shock.

To replace the battery:

1 Turn off and unplug all connected devices. 2 Turn the UPS off and unplug it from the AC power source. 3 Turn t he UP S up side down.

5 Slide the battery compartment cover completely off of your UPS. 6 Remove the battery from the compartment. 7 Disconnect the battery wires from the battery. Note which wire is

connected to the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals of the battery.

8 Install the replacement battery by connecting the red wire and

black wire to the positive (+) and negative (–) terminal of the battery.

9 Put the battery back into the compartment.

10 Slide back the battery compartment cover and tighten the

retaining screw.

11 Recharge your UPS for 4 - 8 hours to fully charge the battery.

Warning: Batteries are consider hazardous waste and must be disposed

of correctly. Almost any retailer that sells lead-acid batteries collects used batteries for recycling, as required by most state laws.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Specifications

Problem Probable cause Solution

The surge-protected outlets stop providing power to devices. The circuit breaker button is projecting from the side of your UPS.

The battery does not run as long as expected.

The UPS will not turn on.

PowerPanel™ Personal Edition software is inactive (all icons are gray).

The circuit breaker has tripped due to an overload.

The battery charge is depleted.

The battery is worn out.

The UPS is not plugged in.

The on/off switch is designed to prevent damage by rapidly turning it off and on.

Mechanical problem

The USB or serial cable is not connected.

The USB or serial cable is connected to the wrong port.

You r UPS is not providing battery power.

The serial cable is not the cable that was included with your UPS.

Turn off your UPS and unplug at least one device. Wait 10 seconds, reset the circuit breaker by depressing the button, then turn on your UPS.

Recharge the battery.

Replace the battery.

Plug the UPS into an electrical outlet.

Turn off your UPS. Wait 10 seconds, then turn on your UPS.

Contact your supplier.

Connect the USB or serial cable to your UPS unit and an open USB or serial port on the back of the computer. You must use the cable that came with your UPS.

Check the back of the computer for an additional USB or serial port. Move the cable to this port.

Shut down your computer and turn off your UPS. Wait 10 seconds, turn on your UPS. This should reset your UPS.

Use the serial cable that came with your UPS.

Capacity 800 VA /450 W Input voltage on utility 90 V to 140 V Input frequency 57 Hz to 63 Hz On-battery output voltage 120 VAC ± 5 % Transfer time 6 ms typical Max. load for UPS outlets

(4 Outlets) Max. load for full-time surge

protection outlets (8 outlets) On-battery output wave form Simulated sine wave form Operating temperature 32°F to 95°F

Operating relative humidity 0 to 95 % non-condensing Size (L×W×H) 11"×65/8"×3 1/2"

Net weight 14.3 lbs

Typical battery recharge time 8 hours typical from total

Typical battery life 3 to 6 years, depending on

EXPECTED RUNTIME IN MINUTES

Because of the differences in computer components, the runtime will vary.

Model Runtime

iMac G4 70 minutes Desktop PC with

LCD monitor Desktop PC with

15" monitor Desktop PC with

17" monitor Desktop PC with

21" monitor

Legal notices

© 2005 Dynex. DYNEX and the DYNEX logo are trademarks of Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Specifications and features are subject to change without notice or obligation. Support number: (800) 305-2204 URL: www.dynexproducts.com

800 VA /450 W

12 Amps

0°C to 35°C

28 cm × 16.9 cm × 8.7 cm

6.49 kg

discharge

number of discharge/recharge cycles

45 minutes

28 minutes

22 minutes

16 minutes

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