User Manual for CPS1250AVR and PowerPanel Plus™ Software User Manual ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION TIPS CAN BE FOUND AT: http://www.cyberpowersystems.com/FAQs.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Description…………………………….1 Determining Power Requirements….1 Hardware Installation Guide…………2 Software Installation Guide………….3 Software User Manual……………….4 LED Indicators………………………..7 Trouble Shooting Guide……………..8 Specifications…………………………8 Battery Replacement Instructions.....9 Warranty………………………………10 Thank you for purchasing a CyberPower Systems Product.
CPS1250AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System DESCRIPTION 5. Check Battery This illuminates indicating a weak battery. If the indicator is still illuminated after allowing the unit to charge for 12 hours, replace the battery according to the instructions in the Replacing the Battery section of this manual. 6. Power Switch Can be used as a master on/off switch for equipment connected to the battery power supplied outlets. 7.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. 2. Your new UPS may be used immediately upon receipt. However, recharging the battery for at least four hours is recommended to insure that the battery’s maximum charge capacity is achieved. Charge loss may occur during shipping and storage. To recharge the battery, simply leave the unit plugged into an AC outlet. The unit will charge in both the on as well as the off position.
CPS1250AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System POWERPANEL PLUS™ SOFTWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE (Note: Use of the software is optional. The UPS will provide surge suppression and battery backup without the software. You must use the software if you wish to have the automatic shutdown feature). FOR WINDOWS 95/98/Me 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Turn the UPS off and unplug it. Connect the serial interface cable to the UPS and an open serial port on the back of the computer.
POWERPANEL PLUS™ SOFTWARE USER MANUAL OVERVIEW PowerPanel Plus™ version 1.13 or greater is designed for use with Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT and Windows 2000. The latest version can be downloaded from www.cyberpowersystems.com/downloads.htm. It works in conjunction with the UPS to provide full protection of valuable computer systems, applications and data.
CPS1250AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System 9. Load Level: This indicator shows the % of capacity of the battery outlets that is currently being used. If the load level exceeds 90%, the indicator will change to a red color. 10. Output Voltage: This indicator shows the output voltage of the UPS. POWERPANEL™ PLUS SETUP WINDOW 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Sensitive to Variation on Line Voltage: This feature is for other CyberPower Products.
POWERPANEL PLUS™ SCHEDULE MENU 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Special Setting: This setting allows you to schedule a one-time startup/shutdown. Schedule Display: This area displays the days/dates and times of any scheduled startups and shutdowns. Turn On: Select the day/date and time that you want the computer system to restart. Can only be used in conjunction with a scheduled shutdown. Turn On Disabled: When the button states “Turn On Disabled”, the UPS is set to restart in accordance with the schedule.
CPS1250AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System As the battery discharges, the unit will beep more rapidly, indicating that the battery is nearing discharge. Once the test is complete, plug the UPS back in to the AC outlet and start your computer. Please allow 4 hours for the UPS to recharge before attempting another self-test.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Full-time surge protection outlets stop providing power to equipment. Circuit breaker has tripped due to an overload. Turn the UPS off and unplug at least one piece of equipment. Wait 10 seconds, reset the circuit breaker by depressing the button, and then turn the UPS on. The UPS does not perform expected runtime. Battery not fully charged. Recharge the battery by leaving the UPS plugged in. Battery is slightly worn out.
CPS1250AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System EXPECTED RUNTIME IN MINUTES Desktop PC with 15” Monitor 72 - 100 Desktop PC with 17” Monitor 56 - 80 Desktop PC with 21” Monitor 45 – 65 Tower PC with 21” Monitor 40 - 60 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.
CyberPower Systems Limited Warranty And Power Control Guarantee In purchasing a CPS1250AVR in the United States or Canada, the original end user receives a Limited Warranty and CyberPower’s Power Control Guarantee from Cyber Power 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.
CPS1250AVR Guaranteed Uninterruptible Power System The Power Control Guarantee is not “first dollar” coverage. CyberPower’s obligation is reduced by any amounts that Initial Customer is entitled to recover from other sources regarding the Connected Equipment, including insurance, other warranty, or extended warranty coverage, whether or not the Initial Customer makes a claim for recovery, including but not limited to a claim under any applicable insurance, other warranty, or extended warranty.
LIMITATION: THE LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE POWER CONTROL GUARANTEE DO NOT COVER The Limited Warranty and the Power Control Guarantee are intended to exclusive rights and remedies and replace any other rights, to the extent allowed by law. 1. 2.
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.
