Alpha Technologies CFR 2000 Operator's Manual

F R O M A L P H A T E C H N O L O G I E SOperator’s ManualU N I N T E R R U P T I B L E P O W E R S U P P L I E SAlpha CFR 1500 andCFR 150

41.3 Unpacking and InspectionCarefully remove the UPS from its shipping container. Inspect the contents.If items appear to be damaged or missing, con

52. FEATURES2.1 A Tour of the CFRThe Alpha CFR is designed to be easy to use and extremely flexible. TheCFR’s interchangeable front panel interface d

62. FEATURES2.3 CFR Rear Panel1. AC Line CordThe UPS is equipped with a standard, grounded AC line cord.2. EXTERNAL BATTERY ConnectorThe connector ac

7Fig. 2aCFR 1500RM Rear Panel2. FEATURESFig. 2bCFR 1500 Rear Panel2.3 CFR Rear Panel10. Exhaust FanThe CFR1500 contains a rear panel exhaust fan to e

8LOW BATTE R YWARN INGLO W BATTER YSHUTDOWNLINE PRESENTLINE FAILURESE R VICETESTALPHATECHNOLOGIESALARM OFFOUTPUT LOADOVERLOAD100 %75 %50 %25 %MAN

92. FEATURESFig. 4Intelligent Interface Device2.4 Information Management Options, continuedIntelligent Interface Device (optional)The Intelligent Inte

102. FEATURES2.5 Communication / Interface OptionsThe CFR is equipped with four rear panel jacks for communication andremote interfaces: RS-232 Serial

112. FEATURES2.5 Communication / Interface Options, continuedPin 1 Pin 1RJ-45(External Alarms)MMJ(External IID)Fig. 5CFR-UPS Connector Identification

122. FEATURESLAN Interface ConnectorThe Alpha UPS provides a LAN interface port on a DE-9 female connector.This port may be used to monitor the status

13External IID ConnectorThe external IID connector provides an interface for the optional desktopIntelligent Interface Device (IID). This allows the

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCONTAINED IN THIS MANUALCAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, and to ensure the safe opera-tion of this unit,

14Fig. 8External Alarms Connector Pin-out(with Factory installed EPO Switch Option)2.5 Communication / Interface Options, continued2. FEATURESPin 1N.C

152.6 RS-232 Communication Options2. FEATURESRS–232 ConnectorThe connection/specifications for the RS–232 serial port vary dependingon the installed i

16Terminal Emulation SetupIf you are using a PC with terminal emulation software (such as PROCOMM)to communicate with the CFR, use the following setup

172. FEATURES2.6 RS–232 Communication Options, continuedDesktop IID RS–232 PortThe RS–232 port on the desktop IID can be used for access with a PC ora

183. INSTALLATION3.1 Pre-InstallationDo not connect the CFR UPS to a line conditioner, isolation transformer orany other similar type of device. Dama

193. INSTALLATION3.2 Connecting the CFR (Plug and receptacle)CAUTION: Installation and wiring should be performed by qualified servicepersonnel in ac

203. INSTALLATION3.2.1 Terminal Block Input and Output Wiring1. Connect a dedicated ground wire from the GROUND lug on the back of the CFRto an electr

213. INSTALLATION3.2.1 Terminal Block Input and Output Wiring, continued* CAUTION: Refer to the nameplate voltage and frequency ratings affixed to the

22The CFR is designed so that battery backup time can be greatly extendedsimply by plugging the EBP 48 External Battery Pack to the back of the UPS.Ba

23In North America, there are only two recognized supply voltages: 208VAC (most commonly used in industrial, commercial, and office areas); and 240VA

THE ALPHA CFRIMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSCarefully unpack the unit. Report any shipping damage immediately.Please read the operators manual. If you

243.4 208 VAC vs 240 VAC (60 Hz) ConfigurationsSince loads are shared, it is possible to exceed the rated maximum outputcurrent of one of the transfor

253. INSTALLATION3.4 208 VAC vs 240 VAC (60 Hz) ConfigurationsFig.14208 VAC Output Schematic (for reference only)Fig. 15120/120/240 VAC Power distribu

264.1 Start-up, Test and ShutdownNOTE: ALL rack mount units require an external battery pack. Beforeattempting to operate these units without a batte

27Manual Self-testPress (and hold for several seconds) the “MANUAL START” switch, locatedon the Standard Interface Panel, when the UPS is running on A

284. OPERATION4.1 Start-up, Test and Shutdown, continuedSwitching OFF the UPS:1. Switch all equipment connected to the UPS OFF.2. Switch the rear pane

294.2 External Modem ConfigurationSpecificationsModem: USRobotics Sportster external modem, 1200, 9600, 19.2K, or28.8K baud or any Hayes compatible mo

304. OPERATION4.2 External Modem Configuration, continuedEnabling External ModemAll CFRs are shipped with the modem feature disabled. The followingc

314.2 External Modem Configuration, continuedConfiguring the modem to work with CFRThe CFR uses a three wire interface (RX, TX, and GND) to communicat

324.3 External Modem Operation4. OPERATIONInitializing the ModemFor proper operation, the CFR needs to initialize the modem before usingit. Since a

334.3 External Modem Operation, continued4. OPERATIONSending Automatic Alarms When a power event takes place, the CFR stores it in an event buffer.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSThe CFR1500 and CFR1500RM Series units contain sealed, Lead-Acid batteriesconsisting of:Four batteries, six cells each, 48

344.3 External Modem Operation, continued4. OPERATIONRemote Access Using External ModemWhen the remote access feature is enabled, the CFR sends the a

35LOW BATTERYWARN INGLOW BATTERYSHUTDOWNLINE PRESENTLINE FA I LU RESERVICE TESTALPHATEC HN O LO G IE SALARM OFFOUTPUT LOADOVERLOAD100 %75 %50 %2

36LOW BATTERYWARN INGLOW BATTERYSHUTDOWNLINE PRESENTLINE FA I LU RESERVICE TESTALPHATEC HN O LO G IE SALARM OFFOUTPUT LOADOVERLOAD100 %75 %50 %2

36LOW BATTERYWARN INGLOW BATTERYSHUTDOWNLINE PRESENTLINE FA I LU RESERVICE TESTALPHATEC HN O LO G IE SALARM OFFOUTPUT LOADOVERLOAD100 %75 %50 %2

35LOW BATTERYWARN INGLOW BATTERYSHUTDOWNLINE PRESENTLINE FA I LU RESERVICE TESTALPHATEC HN O LO G IE SALARM OFFOUTPUT LOADOVERLOAD100 %75 %50 %2

344.3 External Modem Operation, continued4. OPERATIONRemote Access Using External ModemWhen the remote access feature is enabled, the CFR sends the a

334.3 External Modem Operation, continued4. OPERATIONSending Automatic Alarms When a power event takes place, the CFR stores it in an event buffer.

324.3 External Modem Operation4. OPERATIONInitializing the ModemFor proper operation, the CFR needs to initialize the modem before usingit. Since a

314.2 External Modem Configuration, continuedConfiguring the modem to work with CFRThe CFR uses a three wire interface (RX, TX, and GND) to communicat

304. OPERATION4.2 External Modem Configuration, continuedEnabling External ModemAll CFRs are shipped with the modem feature disabled. The followingc

THE ALPHA CFRiIMPORTANT:EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ON INSIDE BACK COVERTable Of ContentsThe Alpha CFR1500 and CFR 1500 RMUninteruptible Power Suppli

294.2 External Modem ConfigurationSpecificationsModem: USRobotics Sportster external modem, 1200, 9600, 19.2K, or28.8K baud or any Hayes compatible mo

284. OPERATION4.1 Start-up, Test and Shutdown, continuedSwitching OFF the UPS:1. Switch all equipment connected to the UPS OFF.2. Switch the rear pane

27Manual Self-testPress (and hold for several seconds) the “MANUAL START” switch, locatedon the Standard Interface Panel, when the UPS is running on A

264.1 Start-up, Test and ShutdownNOTE: ALL rack mount units require an external battery pack. Beforeattempting to operate these units without a batte

253. INSTALLATION3.4 208 VAC vs 240 VAC (60 Hz) ConfigurationsFig.14208 VAC Output Schematic (for reference only)Fig. 15120/120/240 VAC Power distribu

243.4 208 VAC vs 240 VAC (60 Hz) ConfigurationsSince loads are shared, it is possible to exceed the rated maximum outputcurrent of one of the transfor

23In North America, there are only two recognized supply voltages: 208VAC (most commonly used in industrial, commercial, and office areas); and 240VA

22The CFR is designed so that battery backup time can be greatly extendedsimply by plugging the EBP 48 External Battery Pack to the back of the UPS.Ba

213. INSTALLATION3.2.1 Terminal Block Input and Output Wiring, continued* CAUTION: Refer to the nameplate voltage and frequency ratings affixed to the

203. INSTALLATION3.2.1 Terminal Block Input and Output Wiring1. Connect a dedicated ground wire from the GROUND lug on the back of the CFRto an electr

iiTHE ALPHA CFR4.3 External Modem Operation 32Initializing the ModemSending Automatic AlarmsRemote Access Using External Modem4.4 Using the Standard I

193. INSTALLATION3.2 Connecting the CFR (Plug and receptacle)CAUTION: Installation and wiring should be performed by qualified servicepersonnel in ac

183. INSTALLATION3.1 Pre-InstallationDo not connect the CFR UPS to a line conditioner, isolation transformer orany other similar type of device. Dama

172. FEATURES2.6 RS–232 Communication Options, continuedDesktop IID RS–232 PortThe RS–232 port on the desktop IID can be used for access with a PC ora

16Terminal Emulation SetupIf you are using a PC with terminal emulation software (such as PROCOMM)to communicate with the CFR, use the following setup

152.6 RS-232 Communication Options2. FEATURESRS–232 ConnectorThe connection/specifications for the RS–232 serial port vary dependingon the installed i

14Fig. 8External Alarms Connector Pin-out(with Factory installed EPO Switch Option)2.5 Communication / Interface Options, continued2. FEATURESPin 1N.C

13External IID ConnectorThe external IID connector provides an interface for the optional desktopIntelligent Interface Device (IID). This allows the

122. FEATURESLAN Interface ConnectorThe Alpha UPS provides a LAN interface port on a DE-9 female connector.This port may be used to monitor the status

112. FEATURES2.5 Communication / Interface Options, continuedPin 1 Pin 1RJ-45(External Alarms)MMJ(External IID)Fig. 5CFR-UPS Connector Identification

102. FEATURES2.5 Communication / Interface OptionsThe CFR is equipped with four rear panel jacks for communication andremote interfaces: RS-232 Serial

11.1 The Alpha CFRCongratulations on your purchase of one of the most advanced andintelligent Controlled Ferroresonant-Uninterruptible Power Supply (C

92. FEATURESFig. 4Intelligent Interface Device2.4 Information Management Options, continuedIntelligent Interface Device (optional)The Intelligent Inte

8LOW BATTE R YWARN INGLO W BATTER YSHUTDOWNLINE PRESENTLINE FAILURESE R VICETESTALPHATECHNOLOGIESALARM OFFOUTPUT LOADOVERLOAD100 %75 %50 %25 %MAN

7Fig. 2aCFR 1500RM Rear Panel2. FEATURESFig. 2bCFR 1500 Rear Panel2.3 CFR Rear Panel10. Exhaust FanThe CFR1500 contains a rear panel exhaust fan to e

62. FEATURES2.3 CFR Rear Panel1. AC Line CordThe UPS is equipped with a standard, grounded AC line cord.2. EXTERNAL BATTERY ConnectorThe connector ac

52. FEATURES2.1 A Tour of the CFRThe Alpha CFR is designed to be easy to use and extremely flexible. TheCFR’s interchangeable front panel interface d

41.3 Unpacking and InspectionCarefully remove the UPS from its shipping container. Inspect the contents.If items appear to be damaged or missing, con

31.2 The CFR Advantage, continuedCOMMUNICATIONS AND INTELLIGENCE Alpha's interchangeable Standard Interface Device and Intelligent InterfaceDevic

21.2 The CFR AdvantageADVANCED POWER PROTECTION TECHNOLOGYPower protection devices can be judged by the type and quality of powerthey provide. Alpha

11.1 The Alpha CFRCongratulations on your purchase of one of the most advanced andintelligent Controlled Ferroresonant-Uninterruptible Power Supply (C

iiTHE ALPHA CFR4.3 External Modem Operation 32Initializing the ModemSending Automatic AlarmsRemote Access Using External Modem4.4 Using the Standard I

21.2 The CFR AdvantageADVANCED POWER PROTECTION TECHNOLOGYPower protection devices can be judged by the type and quality of powerthey provide. Alpha

THE ALPHA CFRiIMPORTANT:EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ON INSIDE BACK COVERTable Of ContentsThe Alpha CFR1500 and CFR 1500 RMUninteruptible Power Suppli

THE ALPHA CFRIMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSCarefully unpack the unit. Report any shipping damage immediately.Please read the operators manual. If you

1. Switch BatteryBreaker OFF2. Remove AC linepower cordEMERGENCY SHUTDOWNIMPORTANTThe CFR UPS contains more than one live circuit. During an emergenc

F R O M A L P H A T E C H N O L O G I E SOperator’s ManualU N I N T E R R U P T I B L E P O W E R S U P P L I E SAlpha CFR 1500 andCFR 150

31.2 The CFR Advantage, continuedCOMMUNICATIONS AND INTELLIGENCE Alpha's interchangeable Standard Interface Device and Intelligent InterfaceDevic