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Your new MB1500 may be used immediately upon receipt.
However, recharging the battery for at least six to eight 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. If you wish to use the software, connect the
enclosed USB cable to the USB port on the MB1500 and an open
USB port on the computer or server.
DO NOT
plug a space heater, vacuum cleaner, paper shredder
or other large electrical device into the MB1500. The power de-
mands of these devices will overload and possibly damage the
unit.
Plug the MB1500 into a 2 pole, 3 wire grounded receptacle.
Make sure the wall branch outlet is protected by a fuse or cir-
cuit breaker and does not service equipment with large electrical
demands (e. g. refrigerator, copier, etc.) Avoid using extension
cords. If used, the extension cord must be UL or CSA Listed,
minimum 14 AWG, 3-wire grounded, and rated for 15 Amps.
Press the power switch on the front panel to turn the MB1500
on. The display will say “Initializing”, followed by the normal op-
eration screen.
The rear panel circuit breakers will open and power to the
connected equipment will be turned OFF if an overload is
detected. To correct this, turn the MB1500 off, unplug at
least one piece of equipment, wait 10 seconds, check to make
sure that the circuit breakers are reset, and turn the unit on.
Installation
The MB1500 will automatically charge the battery whenever it is
plugged into an AC outlet.
To maintain optimal battery charge, leave the MB1500 plugged
into an AC outlet at all times.
NOTE:
To store your MB1500 for an extended period, cover it and
store with the battery fully charged. Recharge the battery every
three months to ensure battery life.
Communication Interface
The RS-232 communication card provided with the MB1500 al-
lows connection and communication between the MB1500 and
an automation, media server, or computer system. This allows
the installer to program a number of variables including the Criti-
cal Load Battery Threshold. See the software documentation for
more information.
An optional TCP/IP card (sold separately) allows for additional
functions, such as remote diagnostics, control of individual outlet
banks, and configuration of email alerts. Contact Panamax for
price and availability.
External Battery Connectors
Panamax’s BAT1500-EXT external battery pack (sold separately)
offers extended battery runtime when used in conjunction with
the Panamax MB1500. Contact Panamax for price and availabil-
ity.
UPS Output
Voltage 120 ± 5 V True Sine Wave
Frequency 60 Hz ± 1%
UPS Output Capacity 1500VA 900W @ 0.6pf
UPS Backup Time. (full load) 12 minutes
UPS Backup Time. (half load) 32 minutes
Transfer Time < 4ms
Specifications
Input
Voltage 90 – 140 Vac
Frequency 57 – 63 Hz
AC Power
Surge Protection: AVM (Automatic Voltage Monitoring)
Current Rating 12 A maximum (7.5 A maximum battery load
recommended)
Overvoltage Shutoff, fast rise:
150 ± 5 V
Overvoltage Shutoff, slow rise:
140 ± 5 V
Undervoltage Shutoff:
90 ± 5 V
Noise Attenuation: 10 dB @ 10kHz, 40 dB @ 100 kHz, 50 dB @ 500kHz
Linear Attenuation Curve:
From 0.05 - 100 Ohms line impedance
Automatic Voltage Regulation,
Sensitive Mode Capture Range:
98 – 135 V
Automatic Voltage Regulation,
Sensitive Mode Output Range: 120 ± 5%
Automatic Voltage Regulation,
Standard Mode Capture Range:
93 – 140 V
Automatic Voltage Regulation,
Standard Mode Output Range: 120 ± 10%
Temperature Rating-Units are considered acceptable for use in a max ambient 0f 40
° (or “0 - 40 ° C for ambient Operation
