Alpha-technologies VMX Series Manuel d'utilisateur

Technical ManualVMX Series Standby Power SupplyEffective: October, 2007VMXStandby Power SupplyAlpha Technologies

10017-940-B0-001, Rev. A240Vac Service Entrance, VMX 225V, U.S. Domestic ModelsThese confi gurations are equipped with a 240Vac duplex receptacle to pr

11017-940-B0-001, Rev. AGrounding Connection NotesIn order to provide a ready, reliable, source of backup power, it is necessary to establish a ground

12017-940-B0-001, Rev. A1.0 Introduction to the VMX Power SupplyThe Alpha family of VMX Uninterruptible Power Supplies is designed for powering signa

13017-940-B0-001, Rev. A1.0 Introduction to the VMX Power Supply, continued1.1 Connections OverviewBelow is a brief description of each terminal.Conn

14017-940-B0-001, Rev. A1.0 Introduction to the VMX Power Supply, continued1.2 Inverter OverviewThe inverter provides uninterrupted power to the ferr

15017-940-B0-001, Rev. A1.0 Introduction to the VMX Power Supply, continued1.3 Optional Status Monitoring ModulesThe VMX Power Supply supports a nu

16017-940-B0-001, Rev. A1.0 Introduction to the VMX Power Supply, continued1.4 Optional FeaturesThe following options can be factory installed, or up

17017-940-B0-001, Rev. A2.2 Standby OperationWhen incoming AC line voltage drops or rises signifi cantly, or a complete power outage occurs, the VMX

18017-940-B0-001, Rev. A2.0 Theory of Operation, continued2.3 Charger OperationThe VMX Power Supply uses a three-stage, temperature-compensated batte

19017-940-B0-001, Rev. AFig. 2-2, VMX Block Diagram3RZHU7UDQVIRUPHU5HVRQDQW&DSDFLWRU>2LO&DS@>2LO&DS@-+6+6+6

PowerAlpha Technologies®

20017-940-B0-001, Rev. A3.0 InstallationRefer to the Safety Precautions, Utility Power Connection Notes, and Grounding Connection Notes (pages 7-12) p

21017-940-B0-001, Rev. A3. Make sure the battery breaker is off. After the batteries, battery connections, and battery cables have been tested, plug

22017-940-B0-001, Rev. AFig. 3-1, SPI Cover Removal3.0 Installation, continued3.2 Service Power Inserter ConnectionsSPI Connection Procedure:1. Ensu

23017-940-B0-001, Rev. A3.0 Installation, continued3.2 Service Power Inserter Connections, continued6. Replace the SPI cover and reinstall the screw

24017-940-B0-001, Rev. A3.0 Installation, continued3.2 Service Power Inserter Connections, continued10. Insert the Black wire into the Output 1-4 + (

25017-940-B0-001, Rev. A3.0 Installation, continued3.3 Installing the Coax Cable Connector OutputsWARNING!Before performing the following procedure,

26017-940-B0-001, Rev. A4.0 Confi guration4.1 Micro Board SetupThe Micro Board comes factory set, but the Micro Board switches are accessible should a

27017-940-B0-001, Rev. A4.0 Confi guration, continued4.2 AC Output Voltage Reconfi gurationTools Required: Small fl at-blade torque screwdriverThe outpu

28017-940-B0-001, Rev. AFig. 5-1, Confi guration Screen5.0 Operation5.1 Start-up and TestAC Line Operation1. Before making any power supply connectio

29017-940-B0-001, Rev. ASETTING LOW (-5%) HIGH (+5%)87Vac 82.65Vac 91.35Vac63Vac 59.85Vac 66.15Vac48Vac 45.60Vac 51.40VacSelf-test Operation1. The VM

Contact Alpha Technologies: www.alpha.comorFor customer service (7 AM to 5 PM, Pacifi c Time), call: 1-800-863-3930 For complete technical support, cal

30017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.0 Operation, continued5.1 Start-up and Test, continuedStandby Operation 1. Perform the following procedure after successfu

31017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart DisplayAll operational functions, system testing, setup menus, and alarms are available via

32017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continuedDisplay BacklightingThe display will normally be unlit. Press any key onc

33017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.1 Operation NormalIf no alarms are present, the VMX Power Supply oper

34017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.2 Additional Information DisplayPress ENTER to activate the Additiona

35017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5. Press ENTER when the desired value displays. This accesses an additional display, giving the operator a chance to back out

36017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.3 Setup Menu, continuedThe Setup Menu contains the following items:Top

37017-940-B0-001, Rev. AFig. 5-4, Setup Menu Display(Examples are given for values in the display)5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continue

38017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.0 Operation, continued 5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.4 Alarm IndicationsIn the event of a failure, the Active Alarm displa

39017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.0 Operation, continued 5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.4 Alarm Indications, continuedTable 5-2, Major AlarmsMajor AlarmsAct

4017-940-B0-001, Rev. ATable of ContentsSafety Notes ...

40017-940-B0-001, Rev. AMajor Alarms are indications of a serious failure within the VMX Power Supply, such as a loss of output voltage or a failed ba

41017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.6 Detailed Menu Structure and Navigation+ESC+ESCTo Setup MenuBack to Additional InformationE

42017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.6 Detailed Menu Structure and Navigation, continued***ACTIVE ALARMS*** (Single Step Informat

43017-940-B0-001, Rev. AIf an VMX Power Supply is used in a non-standby application, this variable must be programmed to “0” to disable the battery ma

44017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5. 0 Operation, continued5.3 Smart Display Glossary, continuedStandby Time: The total amount of time the VMX Power Supply ha

45017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5. 0 Operation, continued5.4 Automatic Performance TestAutomatic Self-test: The VMX Power Supply can periodically perform an

46017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.0 Operation, continued5.5 Providing Power via External SourceIn the event of an extended utility failure, an external AC or

47017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5. 0 Operation, continued5.5 Providing Power via External Source, continued5.5.2 AC Powering, continued 5. Start and opera

48017-940-B0-001, Rev. A1. Use a voltmeter to verify the input voltage is within specifi cations before turning on the AC voltage input breaker.2. On

49017-940-B0-001, Rev. A6.0 VMX Power Supply MaintenanceMaintenance must be performed every three to six months. By establishing a routine maintenanc

5017-940-B0-001, Rev. A5.5 Providing Power via External Source... 465.5.1 DC Powering ...

50017-940-B0-001, Rev. A3. When the battery voltage appears to stabilize (approximately 8-10 minutes), use a multimeter to measure individual battery

51017-940-B0-001, Rev. A6.0 VMX Power Supply Maintenance, continued6.4 Check Battery Charger VoltageThe advanced three-stage charging features of th

52017-940-B0-001, Rev. A6.0 VMX Power Supply Maintenance, continued6.8 Replacing the Metal Oxide VaristorsThe Power Distribution Board (PDB) uses th

53017-940-B0-001, Rev. A6.0 VMX Power Supply Maintenance, continued6.9 Maintenance LogBattery MaintenanceBattery Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8Battery Manufa

54017-940-B0-001, Rev. A7.0 Specifi cationsModel: VMX 615CE VMX 622CE-48 VMX 915EElectricalInput Voltage: 230Vrms 230Vrms 230VrmsInput Tolerance: Ope

55017-940-B0-001, Rev. AEuropean Union Product Compliance:Safety (CE):Low Voltage Directive: 72/23/EEC, 93/68/EECTechnical Standards: EN 50091-1:1993,

56017-940-B0-001, Rev. A8.0 TroubleshootingThe Smart Display troubleshooting guide is designed to display typical symptoms, causes and solutions, star

57017-940-B0-001, Rev. A8.0 Troubleshooting, continued8.3 Emergency ShutdownThe VMX Power Supply contains more than one live circuit. During an emerge

This page intentionally blank

This page intentionally blank

6017-940-B0-001, Rev. AList of Figures and TablesFig. 1-1, VMX Power Supply ...

Due to continuing product improvements, Alpha reserves the right to change specifi cations without notice. Copyright © 2007 Alpha Technologies, Inc. Al

7017-940-B0-001, Rev. ASafety NotesReview the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are any questions regard

8017-940-B0-001, Rev. ASafety Precautions, continued• Do not allow live battery wires to contact the enclosure chassis. Shorting battery wires can re

9017-940-B0-001, Rev. AUtility Power Connection NotesConnecting to the utility should be performed only by qualifi ed service personnel and in complian