Alpha Technologies Novus Micro Operator's Manual

Alpha TechnologiesNovus Micro Secure 100Uninterruptible Power SupplyOperator’s Manual017-220-B0 Rev. 01 / 07

4 Site Preparation ChecklistGrounding The UPS MUST be correctly grounded for proper operation. Older facilities may have inadequate electrical ground

5.2 Pole MountingThe Novus Micro Secure can be pole mounted with the optional mounting bracket (Alpha Kit# 740-751-21). It allows you to mount to eith

6 Connecting the UPSDANGER: This UPS does NOT have an on/off switch. Whenever the UPS senses battery or line power, it is active and power is present

DANGER: Before proceeding, verify the line wire is attached to the line terminal block, the ground wire is attached to the ground terminal block and

This procedure assumes the line is qualied and the batteries are fully charged. 1. Install the battery fuse by snapping it quickly into its fuse hol

Mechanical SpecicationsDimensions, in (mm) H x W x D15 x 12 x 6(381 x 305 x 153)Weight, lb (kg) 50 (22.7) with 4 batteries 25 (11.3) without batteri

12AppendixThis Section Tells You How To Operate the Novus Micro Secure With RS-232 Computer Commands Connecting the RS-232 Port (Section A1)Using the

A1 Connecting the RS-232 PortThe surveillance version of the Novus Micro Secure has a DB-9 female connector. When connected to a PC with Window’s Hype

A2 Using the Main MenuThe UPS’s main menu screen runs on a command line system (Figure A2.1). This program does not recognize the backspace or delete

A2.2 RS-232 Menu TreeSubmenus #1, 2 and 4 are read-only screens for monitoring the UPS. To control the UPS, use submenu #3, the Maintenance submenu.0-

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A2.3 Line StatusLine status tells you the line’s condition (See also Figure A2.1). For an updated value, press ENTER.A2.4 Output StatusOutput status t

A2.5 Fault and Alarm DisplaysProvide information about any malfunctions on the UPS.FaultsShort_Circuit The load has a short.Vout_Hi The output voltage

A3 Operating the UPSThe Maintenance submenu (Figure A3.1) lets you control the UPS and change selected items to meet your operational needs.ProcedureA

A4 Programming the Dry Contacts and the ClockOn the surveillance version, the functions of the 2 front panel contacts can be programmed to meet your s

A4.2 Setting the Date and Time1. To learn what time and date the UPS is set to, type clock (all lower case) and press ENTER. The UPS responds with *c

Up to 100 events are stored in the UPS’s log. If more than 100 events occur, the oldest is over written.Procedure1. To see the log, type event (all l

A6 Installing and Using the Novus User SoftwareA6.1 IntroductionThe Novus User Software Graphical User Interface (GUI) provides Web or Windows© like c

If you are downloading from Microsoft’s Windows Update web site, you must have Internet Explorer installed on your computer. In addition to installing

2. Connect the computer cable from any available communications port on your computer to the RS–232 port on the UPS’s front panel (See Section A1, “W

UPS SPECIFICATIONThis read-only screen shows the UPS’s factory-set specications.UPS MONITORINGThese read-only screens show the UPS’s current input an

Uninterruptible Power SuppliesFrom Alpha Technologies (www.alpha.com)017-220-B0 Rev. 01 / 07Operator’s ManualNovus Micro Secure 100

ALARMS & FAULTS This read-only screen shows you what malfunctions the UPS has. When the fault or alarm indicators on the horizontal bar are lit, p

LIMITED 24-MONTH WARRANTYAC PRODUCTSAlpha Technologies warrants its equipment to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a pe

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Emergency Shutdown ProcedureThe Novus Micro Secure 100 does not have an on/off switch. Whenever it senses battery or line power, there is power presen

PowerAlpha Technologies®Due to continuing product improvements, Alpha reserves the right to change specications without notice. Copyright © 2007 Alph

Save This Manual: It contains important installation and operating instructions. Keep it in a safe place.Table of ContentsThe emergency shutdown proce

1.1 UPS Safety ChecklistThis Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is to be installed by people trained in the safe use of high-energy power supplies and

1.2 Battery Safety Checklist Battery Emergency Procedures If electrolyte splashes on your skin, immediately wash the affected area with water. If ele

If items are missing or damaged, contact Alpha Technologies and the shipping company at once. Most shippers have a short claim period.Carefully remove

3 The Novus Micro SecureFigure 3.1Novus Micro Secure - Cable VersionFigure 3.2Novus Micro Secure - Surveillance VersionOptional, factory-installed Eth

The surveillance version of the Novus Micro Secure has a bar with monitoring LEDs, an RS-232 connector (See Appendix) and dry contacts for attachment