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Model S15 Shown
S Type Power Conditioner
with Battery Backup
Owner's Manual
Models: S10, S10BLK, S15,
and S15BLK
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Safety Information 1. Read this manual - Read all of the safety and operating instructions before installing and operating this device. 2. Keep this manual - Retain this manual, and all of the safety information that came with this device. 3. Warnings - Comply with all warnings presented in this manual, as well as any found on the device. 4. Follow Instructions - Follow all operating and use instruction. 5. Cleaning - Shut off and unplug this device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a
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Safety Information (continued) 16. Overloading - Do not overload the wall outlet where this device is being connected. Do not overload this device. Ensure the total load to this device does not exceed that which is listed in the Specifications section of this manual. 17. Openings - Do not push any object into the vents provided for cooling, as such an object may come into contact with high-voltage components. Warning: This may cause injury, death, or damage to the device. Do not allow l
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Protect Your Investment Thank you for selecting APC's S Type Power Conditioner with Battery Backup. At APC, we know you have made an intelligent choice sure to reward you for many years. To ensure you receive all the benefits and protection which accompany your purchase, please take a few minutes to fill out and mail the enclosed Warranty Registration Card, or complete the online form at www.apcav.com. Note: Under California law, failure to register your purchase may not exclude you from
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Table of Contents Safety Information i Protect Your Investment iii Introduction 1-1 Proven Expertise… Proven Reliability 1-2 Safety Precautions 1-2 Package Contents 1-2 Unit Power Capacity 1-3 Features 1-3 Front and Rear Panels 1-5 Installation 2-1 Removing the Battery Pack 2-1 Placing the Unit 2-1 Inserting and Connecting the Battery 2-3 Powering On and Connecting Equipment 2-5 Performing the System Test 2-5 Status and Informational Screens 2-9 Connecting the Components 2-14 Setting Up the S10
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Chapter 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of APC’s Model S Type Power Conditioner with Battery Backup (Model S15 shown in Figure 1). Your unit will protect your high performance audio and video (AV) system from damaging power surges, spikes and lightning, as well as power outages. Protection is guaranteed. Isolated noise filter banks and Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) will eliminate power as a source of audio and video signal degradation. Pure sine wave battery backu
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Proven Expertise Proven Reliability From corporate data centers to home offices, APC is regarded as an innovator, designer and manufacturer of high-quality power protection solutions. With a proven TM reputation for Legendary Reliability , leading companies depend on APC every day to protect and support many of the most critical networks in the world, including those at Microsoft®, Toyota® Motor Sales, Inc., and IBM®. Over the last 20 years, APC has been a pioneer in the developme
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• 1 Rack-mount Kit (2 rails, 2 ear brackets, screws, and instruction sheet) If any items are missing, please contact APC Customer Service. Unit Power Capacity The S10 Power Conditioner is rated for 700 watts (continuous), and the S15 is rated for 900 watts (continuous). They have been designed, however, to support component inrush currents that are much higher than their continuous power rating. The S10 and S15 are capable of supplying the dynamic peak current draws required by
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Isolated Noise Filter Banks Both models eliminate electromagnetic and radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI) that, when severe enough, can negatively impact sound and video quality. Each filter bank is electrically isolated from each other to prevent noise generated by one component from polluting other connected components. APC's noise filtering helps enable your system perform to its maximum capabilities. DC Trigger When connected to a component acting as a DC trigger, that compon
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Front and Rear Panels The following sections describe the controls and indicators on the front and rear panels. Front Panel Controls and Indicators The front panel controls and indicators for the S10 and S15 Power Conditioners are identical, and are detailed in Figure 2. Each numbered callout refers to the numbered description found immediately following the picture. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 14 13 12 11 9 8 Figure 2. S15 Front Panel Controls and Indicators DELAYED 1 Status Indicator 1
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STATUS Push Button 3 When pressed, provides unit status for: Input and Output Voltage, Input and Output Frequency, Telephone and Internet contact information, Model and Serial Number, Firmware (FW) Version number, Source (Standby, Battery, or Utility) and Estimated Runtime (in hours or minutes), Estimated Runtime (in hours) with a Fuel (as a percentage with bar graph) indication, as well as System Load (in watts), and Load (a
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LINE OK Status Indicator 7 When lit, input voltage from the utility is within acceptable range. If not lit, the Automatic Voltage Regulation circuit is correcting high or low voltage levels to maintain safe voltage conditions for connected components, or the unit is operating on battery power due to a blackout or extreme voltage level conditions. FILTERING Status Indicator 8 When lit, notifies the user that the Electromagnetic Interference/Radio F
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DELAYED 2 Status Indicator 14 When lit (blue), conditioned power is being supplied to equipment connected to the rear-panel outlets marked Delayed 2. 1-8
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Rear Panel Connectors, Indicator, and Circuit Breaker The rear panel connectors for the S10 and S15 Power Conditioner are detailed in Figure 3. The only difference between the rear panels of the two models is that the S15 provides a coaxial cable splitter and jacks for surge-protection of Ethernet equipment, as well as a connector for an external Battery Pack (sold separately). Each numbered callout refers to the numbered description found immediately below the picture. 1 2 3 4 5 13
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Outlets - The S10 and S15 Power Conditioner provides for 1 connection of up to twelve (12) components. The outlets are arranged according to the type of filtering protection provided for a given component type. These Isolated Noise Filter Banks (INFBs) eliminate EMI and RFI that can negatively impact sound and video quality. APC recommends plugging your devices into the outlets as marked, in order to assure optimum protection for your equipment. The outlets
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Surge Protected COAX/RF Connectors 3 The surge protection feature prevents surges traveling over coaxial data lines from damaging the system. Connect the coaxial cable from the CATV or Cable Modem provider to the connector marked "IN", connect other cables from the connectors marked "OUT" to the device(s) being protected (CATV box or Cable Modem - in some cases, the input for both are derived from the single cable from the provider - such as TV and Internet access through the same coaxial
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Input Power Connector 7 Provides for connection of one end of the supplied AC power cord to the S10 or S15 Input Power Connector. Connect the other end to the AC utility power source (15 Amp, 120 Vac, 50-60 Hz). DC TRIGGER Jacks 8 Provides for connection of a component acting as a DC trigger, which controls turn on/off, as well as sequencing of the "DELAYED1 and 2" outlet banks. The S10 and S15 also allows that DC signal to pass through to another connected component. Caution: When connecti
