Operation

Power-Saving feature

This Back-UPS is equipped with power saving outlets that conserve electricity. Configure the Back- UPS to recognize a Master device, such as a computer or an A/V receiver, and controlled peripheral devices, such as a printer, speakers, or a scanner. When the Master device goes into Standby or Hibernation mode, or is turned off, the controlled device(s) will be turned off as well.

The Back-UPS ships with this Power-Saving feature DISABLED. To configure this feature, follow the instructions below or use PowerChute software.

Enable the Power-Saving Controlled outlets. Press and hold MUTE and DISPLAY buttons simultaneously for two seconds. The Back-UPS will beep to indicate the feature is enabled. The leaf icon on the display will illuminate.

Disable the Power-Saving Controlled outlets. Press and hold MUTE and DISPLAY buttons simultaneously for two seconds. The Back-UPS will beep to indicate the feature is disabled. The leaf icon on the display will extinguish.

Setting the threshold. The amount of power used by a device in Standby or Hibernation mode varies dependant on the connected device. If the Controlled outlets do not turn off when the Master device is in Standby or Hibernation mode, it may be necessary to adjust the threshold at which the MASTER outlet signals the CONTROLLED outlets to shut down.

1.Be sure a master device is connected to the MASTER outlet. Place that device into Standby or Hibernation mode, or turn it off.

2.Press MUTE and DISPLAY buttons simultaneously and hold for six seconds, until the leaf icon flashes three times and the Back-UPS beeps three times.

3.The Back-UPS will now recognize and save the threshold level as the new threshold setting for the master device.

Power-Saving LCD screen

The display interface can be configured to remain continuously illuminated or to extinguish after a period of inactivity to save electricity.

1.Continuous Illumination mode: Press and hold DISPLAY button for two seconds. The display will illuminate and the

Back-UPS will beep to confirm Continuous Illumination mode is activated.

2.Power-Saving mode: Press and hold DISPLAY button for two seconds. The display will extinguish and the Back-UPS will beep to confirm Power-Savingmode is activated. While in Power-Savingmode, the display will illuminate if a button is pressed, it will extinguish after 60 seconds of inactivity.

Back-UPS sensitivity settings

The Back-UPS detects and reacts to line voltage distortions by transferring to battery backup power to protect connected equipment. In situations where either the Back-UPS or the connected equipment is too sensitive for the input voltage level it is necessary to adjust the transfer voltage.

1.Connect the Back-UPS to an AC power source. Be sure the Back-UPS is turned off.

2.Press and hold the POWER button for six seconds. The load capacity bar will flash on and off, to indicate the Back-UPS is in Program mode.

3.Press the POWER button again to scroll through the menu options. The Back-UPS will beep to confirm the selection. Refer to the table for an explanation of the transfer voltage sensitivity levels.

Generator Sensitivity

Default

Sensitive Loads

Low sensitivity

Medium sensitivity (Default)

High sensitivity

78-142 Vac

88-139 Vac

88-136 Vac

Use this setting with equipment that is less sensitive to fluctuations in voltage or waveform distortions.

Use this setting under normal operating conditions.

Use this setting when connected equipment is sensitive to any minor fluctuations in voltage or waveform distortions.

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Installation and Operation Back-UPS BX1300G/BN1350G/BX1500G

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APC BX1300G, BN1350G, BX1500G Operation, Power-Saving feature, Power-Saving LCD screen, Back-UPS sensitivity settings