OPTI-UPS AS450 Quick Manual

Active Line Interactive UPS
1. Package Contents
You should have received the following items inside of package:
- UPS Unit
- Quick Guide
- Communication cable (only for the model with USB/RS-232 port)
- Power cable (only for the IEC-type model)
2. Product Overview
Front View:
Back View:
NEMA Type IEC Type
Output receptacles
Circuit breaker
Modem/phone or Network surge protection
Quick Guide V. 1.1
Power Switch
AC mode indicator: green lighting
Battery mode indicator: yellow
flashing
Fault mode indicator: red lighting
Schuko Type Universal Type
AC input
RS-232 communication port
USB communication port
3. Installation and Initial Startup
NOTE: Before installation, please inspect the unit. Be sure that nothing inside
the package is damaged.
Placement & Storage Conditions
Install the UPS in a protected area that is free of excessive dust and has adequate air flow.
Please place the UPS away from other units at least 20 cm to avoid interference. Do NOT
operate the UPS where the temperature and humidity is outside the specific limits. (Please
check the specs for the limitations.)
Connect to Utility and Charging
Plug in the AC input cord to the wall outlet. For the best results,
suggest to charge the battery at least 6 hours before initial use.
The unit charges its battery while connecting to the utility.
Connect the Loads
Plug in the loads to output receptacles on the rear panel of the UPS. Simply turn on the
power switch of UPS unit, then devices connected to the UPS will be protected by UPS unit.
CAUTION: NEVER connect a laser printer or scanner to the
UPS unit. This may cause the damage of the unit.
Connect Modem/Phone/Network for Surge Protection
RJ-11/RJ-45)
Connect a single modem/phone line into surge-protected "IN" outlet on the back panel of
the UPS unit. Connect from "OUT" outlet to the computer with another phone line cable.
Connect Communication Cable
(Only for the model with USB/RS-232 port)
To allow for unattended UPS shutdown/start-up and status monitoring, connect the
communication cable one end to the USB/RS-232 port and the other to the communication
port of your PC. With the monitoring software installed, you can schedule UPS
shutdown/start-up and monitor UPS status through PC.
Turn On/Off the Unit
Turn on the UPS unit by pressing the power switch. Turn off the UPS unit by pressing again
the power switch.
6 hours
(Only for the model with