APC RS BR1200 BI-BR Dépliant

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For your security, Back-UPS RS is provided with the battery cable disconnected. The UPS only will work after the cable is connected to the battery terminal.

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The AP9937 Communication Kit can be purchased at any APC dealer or local dealer.

New package battery can be bought from your local dealer. Hold your Back-UPS RS model 
number that can be found on rear part of the equipment. Use always APC certified batteries.

Note:          UPS detailed specifications are available on www.apc.com/br.

Please DO NOT RETURN Back-UPS RS to the place of purchase 
under any circumstances.

990-2767 Rev5 Copyright © 2006 American Power Conversion Corp. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

APC, Back-UPS and PowerChute are registered trademarks of American Power Conversion Corp.

The Back-UPS RS indicates operating status using a combination of audible 
and  visual indicators (leds). Refer to the “Troubleshooting” 
section to get further information.

1 – Power LED 
2 – Tension adjustment LED
3 – Overloaded/verify LED 
4 – Power switch 
5 – 220V Circuit breaker 

6 – 110V Circuit breaker
7 – Power cable
8 - Data Port
9 - Modem / Phone / Fax Port
10 -Wall Outlet

Frontal

Rear

Place the Back-UPS to avoid:
                 - Direct sunlight;
                - Excessive heat;
                - Excessive humidity or contact with fluids.

If you want to use the management function of your Back-UPS, you shall acquire the 
communication kit (part number AP9937).

The supplied cable and software provide automatic file saving and shutdown of the 
operating system in the case of a sustained power outage.

If you have the communication kit, connect the interface cable to the data port at the 
Back-UPS rear and the other end of the cable to the USB port of your computer.

Connect Fax / modem (ADSL) / phone
Back-UPS RS protects a single line (2-wire) fax, modem or phone from surges when it is 
connected through the Back-UPS RS as shown.

These outlets are powered whenever the Back-UPS RS is switched ON. During a power outage 
or other utility problems (brownouts, 
over-voltages), these outlets will be 
powered for a limited time by the 
Back-UPS RS. Plug your computer, 
monitor, and one other data-sensitive 
device (external disk or tape drive) 
into these outlets.
 

Back-UPS RS do not switch on.

Equipment is connected 
to power

Back-UPS beep 4 times 
every 30 seconds

The power indicator is on and 
Back-UPS RS is buzzing with 
continuous and short tones.

The overload/verify battery 
indicator flashes and 
Back-UPS RS buzzes with 
continuous and short tones.

Surge capacity (8 outlets)

Voltage on battery

Frequency on battery

Transfer time

AC surge protection  (Full time)

Telephone surge protection 

EMI/RFI filter

UPS for overload protection 

Circuit breaker resettable of AC input

Battery type

Average life

Recharge time

Net weight

Size (HxWxD)

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Operating relative humidity

Operating elevation

Input nominal voltage and 
adjustment range

Output voltage and adjustment range

Nominal power

12 Amps (including outlet UPS)

115 Vac ms+/- 6%

60 Hz+/- 1Hz

5 ms typical

450 joules

1 line (2 wires)

Full time

UPS automatically shuts down 

if exceeds 110% of evaluated nominal

7A(22AV) / 15 A(115v)

Sealed, maintenance-free lead acid

2 to 4 years, depending on number of 

discharge cycles and enviromental temperature.

Usually 12 hours, maximum of 16 hours 

33 lb 

15,0 kg

7.87x6.50x13.0 inch

20.0x16.5x33.0 cm

+32º to 104ºF

0º to 40ºC

+5º to 113ºF

15º to 45ºC

0 to 95% non-condensing

0 to 10000 feet

0 to 3000m

86 – 149 Vac (115V)

170-260Vac(220V)

115V+/-6%

1200VA / 600 W

Battery is disconnected and/or Unit is not connected 
to the power source.

Circuit suit is tripped off

Back-UPS is heavily loaded. 

PowerChute Personal Edition software executed 
UPS automatic shutdown 

Back-UPS RS discharged available power 
of your battery.

Equipment does not accept sinusoidal waves 
because of UPS approximation. 

Back-UPS is using the battery to provide 
power to connected equipment.

UPS is overloaded

Unit could be not correctly connected.

Batteries must be charged.

Battery has reached the end of its useful life.

Connect the battery (Consult Connect the Battery section) and ensure 
that is connected on ac outlet.

Reduce number of equipment connected to UPS outlets. 
Retrip the circuit breaker, pushing in it.

Ensure the equipment switched on UPS outlets are not overloading its capacity. 
Disconnect some equipment if necessary.
It is a regular operation. Reset software.

Back-UPS only can run with battery power during a limited period. 
UPS will be shutdown when available battery power is totally empty. 
Recharge for 12 hour before continue to use them. Batteries are recharged 
when the UPS is connected to power source.

The Back-UPS battery wave outs were designed for computers and peripherals, 
not for equipment with motor.

Back-UPS is using the battery to provide power to connected equipment. 
UPS is regularly working. You have to save your documents, shutdown 
your equipment and the UPS. When the power supply regularly return on, 
you can restart the UPS and your equipment. 

Disconnect non-essential equipment

Consult “Connect the Battery” section.

Recharge UPS, at least, 12 hours. Restarting the UPS, an automatic test will be run.

If the overload/verify battery indicator still flashing and beeping a continuous and 
short tons after the automatic test, batteries must be replaced.

1 Press the lock that is under the UPS 
and pull the bezel by the bottom. 

Disconnect the central wires and the protection 
fuses from battery terminals. 

Remove battery package from the product and 
replace it. UPS is supplying battery power to 
the load connected to the Battery outlets. 

Reconnect all cables in the inverse order of 
disassembling. Engage the metal cap and 
screw it again. Engage the plastic panel superior 
part and press it softly on rear until it locks.

Disconnect the battery and, then, unscrew 
the frontal metallic panel 
 

Turn the cap down and remove it.

When Back-UPS indicates the need of replacing battery, you should order an APC certified battery pack and proceed as following described:

Online – Operation is normal  
(Green indicator).

Voltage Regulation –  
(Yellow indicator).

Overload – 
(Red indicator)

Led on.

Beeping 4 times every 
30 seconds.

Beeping once every second.

Led on.

The utility power is on security levels.

UPS is running on battery mode and utility 
power is not available at the power outlet.

UPS will shutdown in one minute.

The power from the utility power is above or 
under the range specified for product. 
UPS is automatically regulating voltage 
for security levels.

ELed on, constant tone

Flashing once every 
second.

UPS is overloaded: disconnect part 
of the load connected. 

The battery automatic test was not successfully 
completed or battery is disconnected. 
Consult “troubleshooting” section.

Press the lock that is under the UPS 
and pull the bezel at the bottom.

Connect the battery cable to its terminal 
(positive pole)

Engage the superior part of the panel in the 
holes and gently push it till it locks.

Data Port

Modem
Phone / FAX

Wall
Outlet

Wall Outlet

Computer
USB port

Modem/Phone/Fax

The standard warranty is 2 years from the date of purchase. APC’s standard procedure is to replace 

the original unit with a factory reconditioned unit. Customers who must have the original unit back 

due to assigned asset tags and set depreciation schedules must declare such a need at first contact 

with APC Technical Support. APC will ship the replacement unit once the defective unit is received 

by the repair department or cross-ship upon the provision of a valid credit card number. The 

customer pays for shipping to APC, and APC pays ground freight transportation costs back to the 

customer.

1. Consult the “Troubleshooting section” to eliminate common problems.

2. Verify the battery is connected according to “Connect the Battery” and that the Circuit Breaker is not 

tripped (see “Troubleshooting section”).

If you still have questions, please contact APC via www.apc.com/br or at one of the phone numbers 

listed below.

3. Before contacting APC, please be sure to keep at hands the date purchased, UPS model, and serial 

number (on rear part of unit).

4. If necessary, Technical Support Representative will issue a Return Material Authorization Number 

(RMA#).

5. Pack the unit properly to avoid shipment damage. Never use foam beads for packaging. Damage 

sustained in transit is not covered under warranty (insuring the package for full value is recom-

mended).

Press the ON/OFF switch to power the unit. 
This will initiate an automatic test.

A single short beep and the green On-Line indicator confirms that Back-UPS is on 
and ready to protect your equipments. The Back-UPS RS is on and ready to 
provide protection. 

The Back-UPS RS should charge for at least 12 hours to ensure sufficient runtime. 
The unit is being charged whenever it is connected to utility power, whether the 
unit is turned ON or OFF. 

In case you have the AP9937 Communication Kit, install PowerChute Personal 
Edition® software

To install the software, insert the CD-ROM into the drive and follow the on-screen 
instructions. Refer to the software documentation to get further using instructions 
and functionality.

Connected equipment out off
power.

2) Press the top of the plastic panel 
    and twist the bottom part as shown 
    in the picture.

1) Press the lock that is 
    under the product.

Some resistance to 
dismount the plastic 
panel will be noticed. 
This is normal.

2) Press the top of the plastic panel 
    and twist the bottom part as shown 
    in the picture.

1) Press the lock that is 
    under the product.

Some resistance to 
dismount the plastic 
panel will be noticed. 
This is normal.