User Manual

Back-UPS BR900G-RS Installation and Operation4
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 by master 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 by Master device(s) will be turned off.
The Back-UPS ships with this Power Saving feature DISABLED. To configure this feature, follow the instructions below or use
PowerChute software.
Notes: Devices that provide network services (such as routers, modems, or wireless printers) should not be plugged into the
Controlled outlets. The Back-UPS ships with this Power-Saving feature DISABLED. If you wish to use this feature, follow the
instructions below:
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 Saving mode is activated. While in Power Saving mode, 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 a utility 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
156-300 Vac
Medium sensitivity (Default)
176-294 Vac
High sensitivity
176-288 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.