background image

Installation Guide

NXA-UPS1500 (120v/240v)

 

 

Uninterruptible Power Supply

NXA-UPS1500 (120v/240v) UPS

The NXA-UPS1500 is a Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) featuring Double AVR Boost 
and Double Buck, Pure Sine Wave Output, LCD Display and Hot-Swappable Battery. The 
NXA-UPS1500 supports RS232 control. The NXA-UPS1500 is available in two voltages:

120V (

FG678-15

)

240V (

FG678-20

)

The NXA-UPS1500 features tower/rack-convertible design making it ideal for use with AMX’s 
line of MAX devices (FIG. 1).     

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

: This manual contains important safety instructions. Please 

follow all instructions carefully during installation. Read this manual thoroughly before 
attempting to unpack, install or operate.

CAUTION

 - To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, install in a temperature and humidity 

controlled indoor area, free of conductive contaminants.

CAUTION

 - Risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user serviceable parts. Refer 

servicing to qualified service personnel.

CAUTION

 - Risk of electric shock, hazardous live parts inside this UPS can be energized 

from the battery supply even when the input AC power is disconnected.

WARNING

 - This is a Class A-UPS Product. In a domestic environment, this product may 

cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take additional 
measures.

NOTICE

 - The UPS is designed to be for use with computer loads only.

NOTICE

- To prevent injury, do not carry with the handle of front cover when moving the UPS.

Front Panel LCD and LEDs

FIG. 2 describes the elements of the front panel LCD: 

DIP Switch Setting

The 

nominal

 voltage of the UPS can be reset by the DIP Switch on the rear panel of the UPS. 

The following charts describe the voltage settings. 

Indicators & Alarms 

Setup Instructions

Connecting the Batteries

The UPS1500 ships with the four batteries installed inside the unit. Before use, you will need 
to connect the main power connector inside the unit:
1.

Remove the Release tabs on the front panel (see FIG. 1) to expose the screws that 
secure the Battery Compartment Cover.

2.

Remove the screws beneath the Release tabs (FIG. 4). 

3.

Remove the Battery Compartment Cover to access the Battery Compartment. 

4.

Remove the screw holding the metal securing piece in place.

5.

Slide the metal securing piece into the groove on the 4-pin connector (red) from the 
battery cable harness.

6.

Connect the 4-pin connector to the matching connector inside the unit.

7.

Reattach the metal securing piece above the connector with the screw (FIG. 5). 

FIG. 1  

NXA-UPS1500 Uninterruptible Power Supply

NXA-UPS1500 Product Specifications

Input:

• Voltage Window (DIP Switch selectable): 

120V

 version (

FG678-15

): 110/115/120 Vac +35% ˜ -32%

240V

 version 

(FG678-20)

: 220/230/240 Vac +35% ˜ -32% 

• Frequency: 45 ˜ 65Hz (50/60Hz auto-sensing) 

Output:

• Voltage Window (AC Mode): 

120V

 version (

FG678-15

): 110/115/120 Vac +8% ˜ -12%

240V

 version 

(FG678-20)

: 220/230/240 Vac +8% ˜ -12%

• Voltage Window (INV Mode): 

120V

 version (

FG678-15

): 110/115/120 Vac +/-5%

240V

 version 

(FG678-20)

: 220/230/240 Vac +/-5%

• Capacity (VA/W):1500/900

• Wave Form: Pure sine wave

• Frequency: 50Hz/60Hz +/-0.1Hz

• Transfer Time:2 ms typical

• Autonomy: > 8 min.

• DC Start: Yes

Battery:

• Type: 12V, sealed lead acid maintenance-free

• Capacity: 9AH

• Quantity: 4 12V batteries required

• Voltage: 

120V

 version (

FG678-15

): 24 Vdc

240V

 version 

(FG678-20)

: 48 Vdc

• Recharge Time: 2 ˜ 4 hours to 90%

• Storage: Store at -15 to +30 °C (+5 to +86 °F), charge the UPS 

battery every 6 months / Store at +30 to +45 °C (+86 to +113 °F), 

charge the UPS battery every 3 months.

LED indicators:

• Utility mode

• Backup mode

• Battery conditions

Display LCD:

• Load level (%)

• Battery level (%)

• Bypass

• AVR-Boost/AVR Buck

• Battery Low/Replace/Fault

• UPS Fault

• Site Wiring Fault

• Overload

Overload Protection:

• AC Mode: >110% Buzzer continuously alarms, and shuts down in 

10 minutes.

• Inverter Mode: >120% Buzzer continuously alarms, and shuts 

down in 10 seconds.

Short Circuit Protection:

• AC Mode: Breaker and electronic circuit

• Inverter Mode: Shut down automatically in 8 cycles 

Self-Diagnostics:

Upon Power-on

Alarms:

• Line Failure

• Battery Low

• Overload and Fault

Operation Environment:

• Temperature: 32° - 104°F (0-40° C)

• Operation Humidity: 95% RH Maximum, non-condensing

Dimensions (HWD):

• 3.46” x 17.32” x 18.97” (8.80cm x 44.0cm x 48.2 cm)

• 2U rack height

Control Communication:

RS-232

Weight (with batteries):

70.3 lbs (31.89 kg)

Certifications: 

• EN50091-1-1:1996 (Safety)

• FCC Part 15, Subpart B - Class A

• UL: YEDU.E166979

(front)

(rear)

Front Panel LCD

Battery Compartment

RS232 Communication Port

DIP Switch

USB Communication Port

RJ-45 Ports (Network Surge Protection)

Power Outlets

Output Breaker

Input Breaker

External Battery Terminal

Input Power Socket (Inlet)

Release tabs

NXA-UPS1500 Product Specifications (Cont.)

Included Accessories:

• AC Input Power Cord

• Tower and rack-mounting accessories

Other AMX Equipment:

NXA-UPS1500 EPM Extended Power Module (

FG 678-16

)

NXA-UPS1500ECJ, European Power Cable (

FG 678-17

)

NXA-UPS1500UKCJ, United Kingdom Power Cable (

FG678-18

)

NXA-UPS1500ACJ, Australian Power Cable (

FG678-19

)

FIG. 2  

Front Panel LCD and LEDs

FIG. 3  

DIP Switch Settings (sets nominal voltage)

Indicator

Color

Description

Alarm

Utility Mode

Green

Steady

: Output Load is supplied by Utility.

Blinking

: Polarity error or Ground Fault.

None

Backup Mode

Amber

Steady (with alarm)

: Output Load is 

supplied by Battery.

Blinking every 5 seconds (no alarm)

Stand by for Utility recovery to re-start up.

Every 2 seconds before 
battery Low and every 1 
second before battery 
Cutoff. 

Fault

Red

When Overload, short circuit, or Output 
Voltage Abnormal occurs.

Buzzer beeps 
continuously

Battery 
Replacement

N.A.

(LCD)

Blinking

: Battery is weak and needs to be 

recharged. 

Steady

: Battery is dead. 

None

1. Utility (Green LED)
2. Fault (Red LED)
3. On Switch
4. Off Switch
5. Battery Replacement
6. Battery Backup (Amber LED)
7. Battery Low
8. Bypass
9. Utility Low, UPS Boost

10. Utility High, UPS Buck
11. UPS Output Indicator
12. Polarity Error or Ground Fault
13. Overload
14. Load/Battery Level (%)
15. Load/Battery Level 

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9 10 11

12

13

14

15

1

6

2

     Indication Control Button

FUNCTION

 2

 1

VOLTAGE=110V

VOLTAGE=115V

VOLTAGE=120V

ON

OFF

OFF OFF

OFF

ON

FUNCTION

 2

 1

VOLTAGE=220V

VOLTAGE=230V

VOLTAGE=240V

ON

OFF

OFF OFF

OFF

ON

120V (FG678-15)

240V (FG678-20)

Отзывы: