MGE UPS Systems Pulsar 1000 RT, Pulsar EXB 1000, Pulsar 1000, Pulsar 700, Pulsar 1500 Installation And User Manual

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Pulsar

700 - 1000 - 1500
1000 RT - 1500 RT
EXB 1000 - 1500
EXB 1000 - 1500 RT

Installation and user
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Thank you for selecting an MGE UPS SYSTEMS product to protect your electrical equipment.

The Pulsar range has been designed with the utmost care.
We recommend that you take the time to read this manual to take full advantage of the many features of your UPS
(Uninterruptible Power System).

Before installing Pulsar, please read the booklet on the required safety instructions. Then follow the indications in this
manual.

To discover the entire range of MGE UPS SYSTEMS products and the options available for the Pulsar range, we invite you
to visit our web site at www.mgeups.com or contact your MGE UPS SYSTEMS representative.

Environmental protection

MGE UPS SYSTEMS has implemented an environmental-protection policy.
Products are developed according to an eco-design approach.

Substances

This product does not contain CFCs, HCFCs or asbestos.

Packing

To improve waste treatment and facilitate recycling, separate the various packing components.

◗ The cardboard we use comprises over 50% of recycled cardboard.
◗ Sacks and bags are made of polyethylene.
◗ Packing materials are recyclable and bear the appropriate identification symbol .

Material Abbreviation Symbol

Introduction

number

Polyethylene terephthalate PET 01

High-density polyethylene HDPE 02

Polyvinyl chloride PVC 03

Low-density polyethylene LDPE 04

Polypropylene PP 05

Polystyrene PS 06

Follow all local regulations for the disposal of packing materials.

End of life

MGE UPS SYSTEMS will process products at the end of their service life in compliance with local regulations.
MGE UPS SYSTEMS works with companies in charge of collecting and eliminating our products at the end of their service life.

Product

The product is made up of recyclable materials.
Dismantling and destruction must take place in compliance with all local regulations concerning waste.
At the end of its service life, the product must be transported to a processing centre for electrical and electronic waste.

Battery

The product contains lead-acid batteries that must be processed according to applicable local regulations concerning
batteries.
The battery may be removed to comply with regulations and in view of correct disposal.

"Material Safety Data Sheets" (MSDS) for the batteries are available on our web site*.

The

(*) For more information or to contact the Product Environmental manager, use the
www.mgeups.com -> About us -> Environment.

"Environmental Form" on the site:

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Introduction

Pictograms

Important instructions that must always be followed.

Information, advice, help.

Visual indication.

Action.

Audio signal.

In the illustrations on the following pages, the symbols below are used:

LED off

LED on

LED flashing

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Contents

1. Presentation

1.1 Standard positions ...................................................................................................................... 6

Tower position................................................................................................................................ 6

Rack position ................................................................................................................................. 6

1.2 Rear panels................................................................................................................................... 7

Pulsar 700 / 1000 / 1500................................................................................................................ 7

Pulsar 1000 RT / 1500 RT ............................................................................................................. 7

Pulsar EXB (optional battery module)............................................................................................7

Pulsar EXB RT (optional battery module)...................................................................................... 8

1.3 Control panel................................................................................................................................8

2. Installation

2.1 Unpacking and contents check .................................................................................................. 9

2.2 Installation of the RT model in tower position........................................................................ 10

2.3 Installation of the RT model in a rack ...................................................................................... 10

2.4 Communication ports.................................................................................................................11

Connection of RS232 or USB communication port (optional).......................................................11

Installation of the communication cards (optional)....................................................................... 12

2.5 Connection with a FlexPDU (Power Distribution Unit) module ................................................ 12

2.6 Connection with a HotSwap MBP module............................................................................... 13

HotSwap MBP-module operation................................................................................................. 13

2.7 UPS connection without a FlexPDU or HotSwap MBP module ............................................. 14

3. Operation

3.1 Start-up and normal operation ................................................................................................. 15

3.2 Operation on battery power...................................................................................................... 15

3.3 Return of AC power ................................................................................................................... 16

3.4 UPS shutdown............................................................................................................................ 16

3.5 Using the UPS remote control functions................................................................................. 16

4. Access to measurements and personalisation data

4.1 Display menus arrangement..................................................................................................... 18

4.2 Access to measurements.......................................................................................................... 18

4.3 Personalisation using the control panel.................................................................................. 18

4.4 Personalisation using external software ................................................................................. 19

5. Maintenance

5.1 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................... 20

Troubleshooting a UPS equipped with the HotSwap MBP module ............................................. 21

5.2 Battery-module replacement .................................................................................................... 21

Safety recommendations ............................................................................................................. 21

Battery-module removal............................................................................................................... 21

Mounting the new battery module................................................................................................ 23

5.3 Maintenance on a UPS equipped with the HotSwap MBP module........................................ 24

5.4 Training centre ........................................................................................................................... 25

6. Appendices

6.1 Technical specifications............................................................................................................ 26

6.2 Glossary ..................................................................................................................................... 27

6.3 Connection to the communication port by relays .................................................................. 27

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1. Presentation

1.1 Standard positions

Tower position

Dimensions (H x W x D) in mm

Pulsar 700 242 x 158 x 400

Pulsar 1000 242 x 158 x 400

Pulsar 1000 RT 438 x 86,5 x 480

Pulsar 1500 242 x 158 x 450

Rack position

Pulsar 1500 RT

Pulsar EXB 242 x 158 x 400

Pulsar EXB RT 440 x 86,5 x 480

Weights in kg

Pulsar 700 12,5

Pulsar 1000 15

Pulsar 1000 RT 18

Pulsar 1500 18

Pulsar 1500 RT

Pulsar EXB 21

Pulsar EXB RT 24,5

438 x 86,5 x 480

20,5

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1.2 Rear panels

Pulsar 700 / 1000 / 1500

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1. Presentation

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(1) USB communication port

(2) RS232 and dry contacts communication

port
(3) Connector for automatic recognition of a
battery EXB module (except on Pulsar 700)

(4) Slot for optional communication card
(5) Connector for remote ON/OFF and RPO

(Remote Power Off) control

(6) Connector for battery EXB module
(7) Group of 3 programmable outlets for

connection of equipment
(8) Group of 3 outlets for connection of
equipment

(9) Socket for connection to AC-power source
(10) LED (SWF) indicating distribution

system phase/neutral reversal

Pulsar 1000 RT / 1500 RT

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Pulsar EXB (optional battery module)

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(11) Connectors for battery modules (to the

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UPS or to the other battery modules)
(12) Connectors for automatic recognition of
battery modules
(13) Protection circuit-breaker.

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1. Presentation

Pulsar EXB RT (optional battery module)

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1.3 Control panel

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(20) Load protected LED

(21) Downgraded operation LED
(22) Load not protected LED
(23) Alphanumeric display
(24) Escape (cancel) button
(25) Scroll button
(26) Enter (confirm) button
(27) ON/OFF button for UPS and outlets

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2.1 Unpacking and contents check

2. Installation

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Settings/Sensor

ETHERNET

100M 10M

On = Link
Blink = Act

UPS data RS232

66102

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(30) Pulsar 700, 1000, 1500
(31) Pulsar 1000 RT, 1500 RT
(32) 2 connection cables for the protected equipment
(33) RS232 communication cable
(34) USB communication cable
(35) Securing system for equipment power cords
(36) Solution-Pac CD-ROM and documentation

Elements supplied depending on the version or optional
(37) Mounting kit for 19-inch bays
(38) 2 supports for the upright position (RT model only)
(39) FlexPDU module (optional)
(40) Connection cable between FlexPDU module and UPS
(41) NMC communication card (optional)
(42) HotSwap MBP module (optional)
(43) Connection cables between HotSwap MBP module and

AC-power source
(44) Connection cables between HotSwap MBP module and

UPS

Packing materials must be disposed of in compliance with all local regulations concerning waste.
Recycling symbols are printed on the packing materials to facilitate sorting.

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