Tripp Lite SmartPro ST1000RMX2UN User manual

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Owner’s Manual
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA • tripplite.com/support
Copyright © 2021 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. SmartPro®is a registered trademark of Tripp Lite.
SmartPro®2U Rack-Mount
Intelligent, Line-Interactive UPS Systems
120V Sine Wave Output • 1,000VA—1,500VA
SMART1500RMXL2UA
(AG-0006, AG-02F7) SMART1500RM2U (AG-0007, AG-02F8) SMART1000RMXL2U (AG-0011, AG-02F9)
Not suitable for mobile applications.
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Important Safety Instructions 2
Mounting 4
Quick Installation 6
Optional Installation 7
Basic Operation 9
Storage and Service 17
Battery Replacement 18
Specifications 20
Product Registration 21
Español 22
Français 43
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Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during the installation, op-
eration and storage of this product. Failure to heed these warnings may affect the warranty.
UPS Location Warnings
• Use caution when lifting the UPS. Because of the considerable weight of all rack-mount UPS
systems, at least two people should assist in lifting and installing them.
• Install the UPS indoors, away from excess moisture or heat, dust or direct sunlight.
• For best performance, the ambient temperature near the UPS should be between 0° C and 40° C
(between 32° F and 104° F).
• Leave adequate space around all sides of the UPS for proper ventilation. Do not obstruct its vents
or fan openings.
• When mounting the UPS system in a tower orientation, make sure the LCD Screen panel is at the
top of the UPS, not at the bottom.
• Do not mount unit with its front or rear panel facing down (at any angle). Mounting in this manner
will seriously inhibit the unit’s internal cooling, eventually causing product damage not covered
under warranty.
UPS Connection Warnings
• The UPS contains its own energy source (battery). The output terminals may be live even when
the UPS is not connected to an AC supply.
• Connect the UPS to a properly grounded AC power outlet. Do not modify the UPS plug in a way
that would eliminate the UPS connection to ground. Do not use adapters that eliminate the UPS
connection to ground.
• Do not plug the UPS into itself; this will damage the UPS and void your warranty.
• If you are connecting the UPS to a motor-powered AC generator, the generator must provide
filtered, frequency-regulated computer-grade output. Connecting the UPS to a generator will void
its Ultimate Lifetime Insurance.
• Install in accordance with National Electrical Code standards ANSI/NFPA 70 and Canadian
Electrical Code, Part I, C22.1.
• Short circuit backup protection and overcurrent protection are provided by the building installation
for permanently connected models.
• To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a circuit provided branch circuit overcurrent protection
in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and the Canadian Electrical Code,
Part I, C22.1. Be sure to use maximum 20A overcurrent protection, in accordance with the plug/
equipment rating, for the installation.
• The plug on the power supply cord is intended to serve as the disconnect device. Be sure that the
socket-outlet is installed near the equipment and is made easily accessible.
Caution! This UPS may receive power from more than one source. Disconnection
of the AC and DC sources is required to de-energize the unit before servicing.
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Equipment Connection Warnings
• Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably
be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety
or effectiveness is not recommended.
• Do not connect surge protectors or extension cords to the output of the UPS. This might damage
the UPS and may affect the surge protector and UPS warranties.
Battery Warnings
• Batteries can present a risk of electrical shock and burn from high short-circuit current. Observe
proper precautions. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. Do not open the UPS or batteries.
Do not short or bridge the battery terminals with any object. Unplug and turn off the UPS before
performing battery replacement. Use tools with insulated handles. There are no user-serviceable
parts inside the UPS. Battery replacement should be performed only by authorized service
personnel using the same number and type of batteries (Sealed Lead-Acid). Tripp Lite offers a
complete line of UPS System Replacement Battery Cartridges (R.B.C.).Visit Tripp Lite on the Web
at tripplite.com/support/battery/index.cfm to locate the specific replacement battery for your UPS.
The RBC Type can also be found on the label affixed to the Battery Retention Plate.
• During hot-swap battery replacement, the UPS will not provide backup power in the event of a
blackout or other power interruptions.
• Do not operate the UPS without batteries.
External Battery Connection Warnings
• When adding external battery packs to select models with external battery pack connectors,
connect only Tripp Lite-recommended battery packs of the correct voltage and type. Do not
connect or disconnect battery packs when the UPS is operating on battery power. Visit
tripplite.com/support/battery/index.cfm to locate the supported battery type(s) for your UPS.
UPS and Battery Recycling
Please recycle Tripp Lite products. The batteries used in Tripp Lite products are sealed lead
acid batteries. These batteries are highly recyclable. Please refer to your local codes for
disposal requirements.
Call Tripp Lite for recycling info at 773.869.1234. Or go to the Tripp Lite website for
up-to-date information on recycling the batteries or any Tripp Lite product:
tripplite.com/support/recycling-program/
Important Safety Instructions
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Mounting (Rack)
Mount your equipment in either a 2-post or 4-post rack or rack enclosure. The user must
determine the fitness of hardware and procedures before mounting. If hardware and procedures
are not suitable for your application, contact the manufacturer of your rack or rack enclosure. The
procedures described in this manual are for common rack and rack enclosure types and may not be
appropriate for all applications.
Note: The illustrations may differ from your model.
4-Post Mounting
1The included plastic pegs Awill temporarily
support the empty rack-mount shelves B
while you install the permanent mounting
hardware. Insert a peg near the center of
the front and rear bracket of each shelf as
shown. (Each front bracket has 6 holes and
each rear bracket has 3 holes.) The pegs
will snap into place.
After installing the pegs, expand each shelf
to match the depth of your rack rails. The
pegs will fit through the square holes in
the rack rails to support the shelves. Refer
to the rack unit labels to confirm that the
shelves are level in all directions.
Note: The support ledge of each shelf must face
inward.
2Secure the shelves Bto the mounting rails
permanently using the included screws and
cup washers Cas shown. Place the cup
washer between the screw and the rack so
that the screw enters the wider opening of
the cup washer first.
Place 4 screws total at the front and 4
screws total at the back.
Tighten all screws before proceeding.
WARNING: Do not attempt to install
your equipment until you have inserted
and tightened the required screws. The
plastic pegs will not support the weight
of your equipment.
3Attach your equipment’s mounting brackets
to the forward mounting holes of the cabinet
using the hardware included with your
equipment. The mounting bracket “ears”
should face forward. (Some equipment
may have pre-installed or integral mounting
brackets.)
4With the aid of an assistant (if necessary),
lift your equipment and slide it into the
shelves. Attach the equipment mounting
brackets to the forward mounting rails
with user-supplied screws and washers D.
Tighten all screws securely.
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Mounting (Rack)
2-Post Mounting/Wall Mounting
2-post mounting requires a Tripp Lite 2-Post Rack-Mount Installation Kit (model: 2POSTRMKITWM,
sold separately).
Wall mounting requires a Tripp Lite Wall-Mount Kit 9 (2POSTRMKITWM, sold separately).
Mounting (Tower)
WARNING: When mounting the UPS system in a tower or wall-mount orientation, make sure
the LCD Screen panel is at the top of the UPS, not at the bottom.
Note: To mount the UPS in an upright (tower) position, 2-9USTAND is required (sold separately).
Rotate the LCD Screen panel for easy viewing
while the UPS is tower mounted. Insert a small
screwdriver, or other tool, in the slots on either
side of the panel. Pop the panel out, rotate it
and pop the panel back in place.
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Quick Installation
1Plug the UPS into an outlet on
a dedicated circuit.
Note: After you plug the UPS into a live AC outlet,
the UPS (in “Standby” mode) will automatically
charge its batteries, but will not supply power to its
outlets until it is turned ON.
2Plug your equipment into
the UPS.*
* Your UPS is designed to support only electronic
equipment. You will overload the UPS if the total
VA ratings for all the equipment you connect
exceeds the UPS Output Capacity. To find your
equipment’s VA ratings, look on its nameplates.
If the equipment is listed in amps, multiply
the number of amps by 120 to determine VA.
(Example: 1 amp × 120 = 120 VA) If you are
unsure if you have overloaded the UPS outlets,
see LOAD icon description in LCD Interface
section under Basic Operation.
3Turn the UPS ON.
Press and hold the button Afor one
second. The alarm will beep once briefly.
Note: UPS system will function properly upon
initial startup, however, maximum runtime and a
successful self-test will only be accessible after it
has been charged for 24 hours.
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USB RS232 Model: SMART1500RMXL2UA
USB Model: SMART1500RMXL2UA
RS232USB Model: SMART1500RMXL2UA
1A
1B
2A
4-5
2B
Optional Installation
These connections are optional. Your UPS will function properly without these connections.
1USB and RS-232 Serial
Communications
Use the included USB cable (see 1A) or
DB9 serial cable (see 1B) to connect the
communication port on your computer to
the communication port of your UPS. Install
on your computer the Tripp Lite PowerAlert
Software appropriate to your computer’s
operating system.
2EPO Port Connection
This optional feature is only for those
applications which require connection to a
facility’s Emergency Power Off (EPO) circuit.
When the UPS is connected to this circuit,
it enables emergency shutdown of the UPS
inverter.
Using the cable provided, connect the EPO
port of your UPS (see 2A) to a user-supplied
normally closed or normally open switch
according to the circuit diagram (see 2B).
The EPO port is not a phone line surge
protector. Do not connect a phone line to
this port.
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Optional Installation
3External Battery Connection (Select Models)
Your UPS comes with a robust internal battery system. External batteries are needed only to
extend runtime. Use only Tripp Lite external battery packs with overcurrent protection. Adding
external batteries will increase recharge time, as well as runtime. Installation is by qualified
Service personnel only. See the battery pack owner’s manual for complete installation
instructions. Make sure cables are fully inserted into their connectors. Small sparks may result
during battery connection; this is normal. Do not connect or disconnect battery packs when the
UPS is running on battery power. Your UPS supports the following battery packs available from
Tripp Lite. Contact Tripp Lite Customer Support at 773.869.1234 for the appropriate Tripp Lite
battery pack to connect.
36V Battery Packs
• BP36V15-2U (limit 1)
• BP36V42-3U (unlimited)
When installing your UPS with external batteries, be sure to connect the ground strap between the
external battery packs to the metal enclosure of the UPS before connecting to the two-conductor
external battery pack cables. Follow installation directions in accordance with the external battery
pack owner’s manual using the ground strap included with the external battery packs.
The illustration (see 3) shows the location of
your UPS External Battery Connector A
where you will insert the battery pack cable.
Complete installation instructions for your
battery pack appear in the battery pack
owner’s manual. Make sure that cables are
fully inserted into their connectors. Small
sparks may result during battery connection;
this is normal.
Do not connect or disconnect battery packs when the UPS is running on battery power.
CAUTION! When an external battery pack is connected, make sure the AC load
does not exceed the nameplate rating. Select models are derated when an
external battery pack is connected. See UPS nameplate label for derating
details.
When connecting external batteries to the UPS, go to the Tripp Lite website at tripplite.com/en/
support/bpconfig/index.cfm to download the External Battery Pack Utility software to configure
your UPS for external battery support.
Model Name
Wattage with Internal
Batteries Only
Wattage with External
Batteries Attached
SMART1500RMXL2UA 1350W 1200W
SMART1500RM2U 1350W N/A
SMART1000RMXL2U 900W 800W
Note:
1. The runtime will automatically recalculate once the External Battery Pack Tool process is complete.
2. If the setup will no longer include external batteries, the UPS can be configured to work without external
batteries via the LCD Screen. See External Battery Settings Control section under Basic Operation for
details.
3. If external battery packs are removed, the UPS must be reset to “NO EXTERNAL BATTERY” via the LCD
interface or the External Battery Configuration Program available on the Tripp Lite website. Failure to do
so may result in damage to the internal batteries due to over-charging.
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Note: This LCD image is shown
with all icons illuminated. Under
normal conditions, only select
icons will be lit.
Basic Operation
LCD Interface
3-Digit Display: This display is generally used to show values for a given
“Display” or “Control” screen.
“ON/OFF” Button
• To turn the UPS ON: After you plug the UPS into a live AC outlet, the UPS
(in “Standby” mode) will automatically charge its batteries, but will not supply
power to its outlets until it is turned ON. With the UPS plugged into a live AC
wall outlet, press and hold the “ON/OFF” button for one second.* The UPS will
beep once to indicate ON status. Release the button.
• To cold-start the UPS: If utility power is absent, you can “cold-start” the
UPS (i.e., turn it on and supply power for a limited time from its batteries) by
pressing and holding the “ON/OFF” button for one second.* The UPS will beep
once to indicate ON status. Release the button.
• To turn the UPS OFF: With the UPS ON and receiving utility power, press
and hold the “ON/OFF” button for 2.5 seconds.* The UPS will beep once to
indicate OFF status. Then unplug the UPS from the wall outlet. The UPS will be
completely off.
* If the user unintentionally presses the ON/OFF button, the OFF function can be temporar-
ily canceled by continuing to hold the ON/OFF button until the UPS beeps and then, with-
out releasing it, momentarily press either the MODE button or the ENTER/MUTE button.
Once both buttons are released, the UPS will remain ON.
“MODE” Button
To enable viewing of power displays and control menu options, tap this button.
See “Display Power Conditions” & “Control Menu Options” for details.
• Can be used in conjunction with the ON/OFF button to cancel the “OFF”
function. See “ON/OFF Button” instructions above.
• Can be used in conjunction with the ENTER/MUTE button to restore the LCD to
Factory Mode. See “Control Menu Options.”
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Basic Operation
“ENTER/MUTE” Button
To toggle settings options while viewing a control menu option, tap this button.
The UPS power failure alarm can also be temporarily silenced by tapping this
button. Once silenced, an alarm will automatically re-sound to indicate low
battery conditions and can no longer be silenced.*
• Can be used in conjunction with the ON/OFF button to cancel the “OFF”
function. See “ON/OFF Button” instructions above.
• Can be used in conjunction with the ENTER/MUTE button to restore the LCD
to Factory Mode. See “ON/OFF Button” instructions.
* Note: Alarm-free silent operation is available by setting the alarm to disable (see CON-
TROL MENU OPTIONS / ALARM ENABLE-DISABLE section).
Battery Capacity: This will be active in all “Display” modes, but is not shown in
“Control” modes.
AC Input: This indicates that the unit is running in Line Mode and supplying AC
power to equipment connected to the output.
Battery Input: This will flash to indicate that the UPS is not receiving AC
input and is running in inverter mode. The Battery Input icon is also used in
conjunction with the EVENTS icon to indicate On Battery events.
Replace Battery Icon: In the event that UPS batteries expire and require
replacement, this icon and the warning icon will flash. This icon will also flash
after a failed UPS self-test (see the BASIC OPERATION / CONTROL MENU
OPTIONS / SELF-TEST section for more information).
Warning: This will flash to let the user know that there’s a warning condition
and immediate action must be taken:
1. For Replace Battery: Replace Battery and Warning icons flash during any
normal “Display” mode.
2. For Overload: Load, Warning and Load Percentage icons will flash, the alarm
will sound repeatedly and the LCD screen will switch from the user-selected
display mode to Load Percentage. Overload indication is available in both AC
and battery modes. CAUTION! Any overload condition that is not corrected by
the user immediately may cause the UPS to shut down and cease supplying
power in the event of a blackout or brownout.
EVENTS Icon: Displayed in conjunction with the AVR icon and BATT icons to
indicate the number of On Battery or AVR events that have occurred.
Alarm Off: Indicates that the alarm is disabled.
Alarm On: Indicates that the alarm is enabled.
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Basic Operation
INPUT Icon: Indicates that the 3-digit value displayed is the Input Voltage.
OUTPUT Icon: Indicates that the 3-digit value displayed is the Output Voltage.
LOAD Icon: Displayed in two modes:
1. Displayed in conjunction with the % icon and 3-digit value to indicate the load
percentage.
2. Displayed in conjunction with KWH/Day and 3-digit value to indicate daily
power consumption.
3. Both the LOAD icon and Warning icon will flash to indicate an overload.
BATT Icon: Displayed in two modes:
1. BATT icon (displayed in conjunction with % icon and 3-digit value) indicates
the Battery Capacity %.
2. BATT icon is shown with TEST icon to indicate self-test mode or control mode.
% Icon: Indicates units of %.
TEST Icon: Displayed in conjunction with BATT icon to indicate that the UPS is
performing a self-test.
RUNTIME Icon: Displayed in conjunction with the MIN icon and 3-digit value to
indicate Runtime in minutes.
MIN Icon: Indicates units of minutes.
1. Displayed in conjunction with RUNTIME icon and 3-digit value to indicate
battery runtime in minutes.
2. Displayed in conjunction with the 3-digit value (reporting “LCD”) to indicate
the minimum brightness.
VWA Icon: This is a multipurpose icon which indicates units of Volts, VA, Watts,
or Amps (V, VA, W, or A will be shown).
K Icon: Displayed in conjunction with the W to indicate Kilowatts. It is also used
in conjunction with the WH and /DAY icons to indicate Kilowatt Hours per Day.
H and /DAY Icons: Displayed in conjunction with “K” and “W” icons to indicate
Kilowatt Hours per day (KWH/DAY).
Sensitivity Icon: Displayed to set the AC input line sensitivity setting.
Sensitivity settings available are 100% (Normal = no delay), 50% (half delay),
and 25% (full delay).
SCROLL Icon: When enabled, the display will automatically cycle through each
DISPLAY mode of the LCD once per two-second interval. If a button is pressed
while Scroll Mode is enabled, the scroll function will pause for 10 seconds to
allow the user to manually make menu selections before resuming scroll.
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Automatic Voltage Regulation Icon: Indicates that the AC input is either low
or high and that the AVR function is actively boosting or cutting the line. The AVR
icon is also used in conjunction with the EVENTS icon to indicate AVR events.
EXTERNAL BATTERY Icon (Select Models): Displayed only when the EXTERNAL
BATTERY SETTING CONTROL is active.
BATTERY CAPACITY Icon: Used to better describe the battery capacity bar
graph.
Basic Operation
Display Power Conditions
Use the button to advance through power conditions.
1. Voltage In 2. Voltage Out 3. Estimated Runtime
(in minutes)
4. Load %
5. Load Wattage* 6. KWH/Day** 7. Battery Capacity %
* Load Wattage is displayed in watts up to “999” and then will be displayed in Kilowatts.
** The Kilowatt Hour usage per day reports daily power consumption of equipment connected to the UPS in KWH
in a 24-hour cycle. Press and hold the button for 4 seconds to reset the accumulator to “0.”
Note: When the UPS is in Battery Mode (power is supplied to the output from the batteries), the BATTERY icon
will be lit in the display instead of the AC INPUT icon. The values displayed are random values used for example
reference.
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Basic Operation
Control Menu Options
Enable/Disable Alarm
Tap the button repeatedly to advance to the LCD display featuring the icon. Press the
button to select ON or OFF alarm mode settings. The last option displayed before navigating away
from this menu option will be the selected setting.
Note: Disabling the alarm via this control menu option will silence the alarm under all conditions, including low
battery conditions.
LCD Brightness
Tap the button repeatedly to advance to the LCD Brightness display marked “LCD.” Press the
button to select Medium Backlight (default), High Backlight or Dim Backlight. The last option
displayed before navigating away from this menu option will be the selected setting.
Note: The default brightness is set at medium. Any time a button is pressed, the LCD will engage the high
brightness setting. After 2 minutes of inactivity, the backlight will revert to the selected setting until a button is
pressed.
Self-test
Tap the button repeatedly to advance to the TEST BATT display. Press the button to initiate
the test. The test will last approximately 10 seconds as the UPS switches to battery to test the
capacity with a load. Upon completion of the test, the display will indicate PAS or BAD (pass or bad)
for 20 seconds, and then return to the home screen. Connected equipment can remain on during
the test. Do not unplug your UPS to test it; this will remove safe electrical grounding.
Note: If the self-test result is BAD, it may be due to the batteries not being fully charged for 24 hours. Fully
charge the batteries and repeat the self-test. Please refer to the note under Step 3 on page 6.
Scroll Control
This setting is normally set to “OFF.” Setting it to “ON” allows the user to select the option to
automatically scroll each operating condition of the UPS (such as Input Voltage, Output Voltage and
Runtime) automatically.
Tap the button repeatedly to advance to the Scroll display as shown above.
Press the button to advance to the next available option. The last option displayed, before
navigating away from this menu option, will be the selected setting.
Note:
1. Each condition is displayed in 2-second intervals.
2. If a button is pressed while Scroll Mode is enabled, the scroll function will pause for 10 seconds to allow the
user to manually make menu selections.
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ON Battery Events
This feature allows the user to view the number of times the UPS has experienced an ON Battery
Event. To reset the counter to “0,” press and hold the button.
Tap the button repeatedly to advance to the ON Battery Events display, as shown above.
Note: The value displayed is a random value used for example reference.
AVR Events
This feature allows the user to view the number of times the UPS has experienced an Automatic
Voltage Regulation Event. To reset the counter to “0,” press and hold the button.
Tap the button repeatedly to advance to the AVR display, as shown above.
Note: The value displayed is a random value used for example reference.
Power Sensitivity
This setting is normally set to 100%, which enables the UPS to protect against waveform distortions
in its AC input. When such distortion occurs, the UPS will normally switch to providing pure sine
wave power from its battery reserves for as long as the distortion is present. In some areas with poor
utility power or where the UPS input power comes from a backup generator, frequent brownouts
and/or chronic waveform distortion could cause the UPS to switch to battery too often, draining
its battery reserves. You may be able to reduce how often your UPS switches to battery due to
waveform distortion or brownouts by experimenting with different settings. As the setting is reduced,
the UPS becomes more tolerant of variations in its input power’s AC waveform.
Note: When experimenting with different settings, operate connected equipment in a safe test mode so that the
effect on the equipment of any waveform distortions in the UPS output can be evaluated without disrupting
critical operations. The experiment should last long enough to assure that all expected line conditions are
encountered.
Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
Tap the button repeatedly to advance to Sensitivity display, as shown on the previous page.
Press the button to advance through the options. The last option displayed, before navigating
away from this menu option, will be the selected setting.
External Battery Setting Control (Select Models)
This control menu option only appears when the UPS is configured using the External Battery Utility
software and is reporting “YES” in the External Battery LCD Control Screen. This setting is normally
set to “YES.” The only available LCD interface configuration option is to change the setting from
“YES” to “NO” external batteries.
Note: See the Optional Installation section for information on configuring the UPS for external battery operation
using the External Battery Utility software.
Tap the button repeatedly to advance to the External Battery display, as shown above.
To set the UPS to “NO” External Battery, press and hold the button for 3.5 seconds.
YES
Note: The Battery Runtime calculation is based on this setting. The runtime will automatically recalculate once
the external battery setting is configured for “NO” external batteries.
Factory Mode Reset
The LCD settings can be restored to Factory Mode by holding the MODE and ENTER/MUTE buttons
simultaneously for 5 seconds while in any display mode.
CAUTION: This action cannot be undone. The user must reconfigure the UPS for external
batteries if the UPS setup includes external batteries.
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15A 120V
NEMA 5-15R
Basic Operation
Other UPS Features (Rear Panel)
AC Outlets: All models include NEMA 5-15R outlets. These outlets provide your
connected equipment with AC line power during normal operation and battery
power during blackouts and brownouts. The UPS protects equipment connected
to these outlets against damaging surges and line noise. If you have a serial or
USB connection to your UPS, you can remotely reboot connected equipment
by turning the outlets OFF and ON using Tripp Lite’s PowerAlert Software. The
outlets are divided into one or more load banks (labelled “LOAD 1,” etc.) which
may be remotely switched OFF and ON without interrupting power to equipment
connected to the other outlets. Outlets labelled “UNSWITCHED” may not be
remotely switched off.
Communications Ports (USB or RS-232): These ports connect your UPS to
any workstation or server. Use with Tripp Lite’s PowerAlert Software and included
cables to enable your computer to automatically save open files and shut down
equipment during a blackout. Also use PowerAlert Software to monitor a wide
variety of AC line power and UPS operating conditions. Consult your PowerAlert
Software manual or contact Tripp Lite Customer Support for more information.
See “USB and RS-232 Serial Communications” in the “Optional Installation”
section for installation instructions.
EPO (Emergency Power Off) Port: Your UPS features a EPO port that may
be used to connect the UPS to a contact closure switch to enable emergency
inverter shutdown. See Optional Installation.
Accessory Slot: Remove the small cover panel from this slot to install optional
accessories to remotely monitor and control your UPS. Refer to your accessory’s
manual for installation instructions. Contact Tripp Lite Customer Support at
[phone] for more information, including a list of available SNMP,
network management and connectivity products.
External Battery Connector (optional on select models): Use to connect
Tripp Lite external battery packs for additional runtime. Refer to instructions
available with the battery pack for complete connection information and safety
warnings. Visit tripplite.com/support/battery/index.cfm to locate the supported
battery type(s) for your UPS.
Input Breaker: Your UPS features one breaker that protects your UPS. If one or
more breakers trip, remove some of the load on the circuit(s), then reset them
by pressing the breaker switch(es) in.
Ground Screw: Use this to connect any equipment that requires a chassis
ground.
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Storage and Service
Storage
Before storing your UPS, turn it completely OFF: with the UPS ON and receiving utility power, press
and hold the “ON/OFF” button for two seconds (an alarm will beep once briefly after the interval has
passed); then, unplug the UPS from the wall outlet. If you store your UPS for an extended period
of time, recharge the UPS batteries once every three months: plug the UPS into a wall outlet; allow
it to charge for 12 hours; and then unplug it and place it back in storage. If you leave your UPS
batteries discharged for an extended period of time, they will suffer a permanent loss of capacity.
Service
A variety of Extended Warranty and On-Site Service Programs are also available from Tripp Lite. For
more information on service, visit tripplite.com/support. Before returning your product for service,
follow these steps:
1. Review the installation and operation procedures in this manual to insure that the service
problem does not originate from a misreading of the instructions.
2. If the problem continues, do not contact or return the product to the dealer. Instead, visit
tripplite.com/support.
3. If the problem requires service, visit tripplite.com/support and click the Product Returns link.
From here you can request a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number, which is required
for service. This simple online form will ask for your unit’s model and serial numbers, along with
other general purchaser information. The RMA number, along with shipping instructions, will be
e-mailed to you. Any damages (direct, indirect, special or consequential) to the product incurred
during shipment to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center is not covered under
warranty. Products shipped to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center must have
transportation charges prepaid. Mark the RMA number on the outside of the package. If the
product is within its warranty period, enclose a copy of your sales receipt. Return the product for
service using an insured carrier to the address given to you when you request the RMA.
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2
4 x screws
4 x screws 4
Battery Replacement
Under normal conditions, the original batteries in your UPS will last many years. See Safety section
before replacing batteries. The batteries are designed for hot-swap replacement (i.e., leaving the
UPS in ON mode), but some qualified service personnel may wish to put the UPS in the OFF mode
and disconnect equipment before proceeding.
Note: Refer to the label on the battery retention plate for the R.B.C. part number.
SMART1500RMXL2UA, SMART1500RM2U and SMART1000RMXL2U
Battery (RBC93-2U) Replacement Procedure
2Remove Battery Retention Plate
3Disconnect Batteries
4Remove/Recycle Batteries
1Remove Front Panel
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7
8
4 x screws
4 x screws
5
6
Battery Replacement
5Add New Batteries
6Connect Batteries
Attach both sets of connectors as shown:
black-to-black and red-to-red.
7Replace Battery Retention Plate
8Replace Front Panel
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Specifications
Model SMART1000RMXL2U SMART1500RM2U SMART1500RMXL2UA
Nominal voltage
and input range: 120V~, 83-147V~ 120V~, 83-147V~ 120V~, 83-147V~
Nominal input frequency
and tolerance:
60 Hz (+/- 5 Hz) 60 Hz (+/- 5 Hz) 60 Hz (+/- 5 Hz)
Nominal output
voltage: 120V~ sinusoidal in
line mode and 120V~
sinusoidal in battery
mode
120V~ sinusoidal
in line mode and
120V~ sinusoidal in
battery mode
120V~ sinusoidal in
line mode and 120V~
sinusoidal in battery
mode
Nominal output
frequency: 60 Hz (+/- 0.5 Hz) 60 Hz (+/- 0.5 Hz) 60 Hz (+/- 0.5 Hz)
Output voltage
regulation in line mode: 120V~ (+6% / -
14%) 120V~ (+6% / - 14%) 120V~ (+6% / - 14%)
Output voltage
regulation in battery
mode:
120V~ (+/-5%) 120V~ (+/-5%) 120V~ (+/-5%)
Nominal output
power in W / VA: 900W / 1000VA 1350W / 1500VA 1350W / 1400VA
Output voltage
waveform: Sinusoidal in line
mode and sinusoidal
in battery mode
Sinusoidal in line
mode and sinusoidal
in battery mode
Sinusoidal in line
mode and sinusoidal in
battery mode
Maximum output
current @ P. F. 8.3A @ 120V~ 12A @ 120V~ 12A @ 120V~
P.F. = 0.9 P.F. = 0.9 P.F. = 0.9
Maximum harmonic
distortion of output
voltage at full resistive
load
3% 3% 3%
Efficiency with nominal
load: 95% 95% 95%
Maximum operating
altitude at 100% of
nominal power:
6561 ft. (2000 m) 6561 ft. (2000 m) 6561 ft. (2000 m)
Online overload
capability: 125% for 10 minutes 125% for 10
minutes 125% for 10 minutes
Overload capacity in
battery mode: 105% @ 0.5 seconds 105% @ 0.5
seconds 105% @ 0.5 seconds
Current limitation: Input 15A Input 15A Input 15A
Autonomy time at
full load: 6.32 minutes @
900W 4.45 minutes @ 1 350W 4.85 minutes @ 1 350W
Battery recharge time: 4.5 hours 4.5 hours 4.5 hours
Transfer time: 4 milliseconds typical
(4 milliseconds max) 5 milliseconds typical (5
milliseconds max)
5 milliseconds typical
(5 milliseconds max)
Outlets: 8x 5-15R outlets
with battery backup,
regulation and surge
8x 5-15R outlets
with battery backup,
regulation and surge
8x 5-15R outlets
with battery backup,
regulation and surge
Maximum input current: 9.2A 12A 12A
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