UPS

Uninterruptible Power System

User's Manual
INTERNAL TYPE

400-4
TABLE OF CONTENTS Control panel LED

Caution --------------------------------------------------------------- Page 4 Audible alarm On battery alarm: Low battery alarm, Over load alarm,
Short-circuit alarm, Thermal alarm
1. Over view and Features ----------------------------------------- Page 5
Green mode 1% to 14% of full load
2. Installation ----------------------------------------------------------- Page 6 function (adjustable by using the setting software)
3. Operation ------------------------------------------------------------- Page 7 (Auto-shutdown
during blackout) The default setting is 7%( 20W typical)
4. Communication interface---------------------------------------- Page 9
5. Trouble shooting --------------------------------------------------- Page 11 Environmental and Safety
6. Specifications ------------------------------------------------------- Page 12 Operating
Up to 1500 meters: 0℃ to 40℃ (32℉ to 104℉)
Temperature

Transit/storage
-15℃ to 55℃ (5℉ to 131℉)
Temperature

Relative Humidity 5 - 95% non condensing

Operating Altitude 0 ~ 3000 meters

Audible noise at 1
M from surface of ≦35 dBA
unit

Safety Markings CE

EMC Class B, EN62040-2, FCC part15

IEC1000-2-2

Quality control
ISO9001
standard

Physical
Dimension SI-400：242 x 144 x 40 (mm)
D×W×H (cm) SI-401 / 402 / 425(U)：192 x 144 x 40 (mm)

Net Weight SI-400：3.0 / 3.5 (kgs)

SI-401︰2.0 / 2.5 (kgs)； SI-402 / 425(U)︰2.5 / 3.0 (kgs)

Packing Color box for each unit, 6 pcs in one export carton, and around
180 units per pallet.

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 Battery IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Battery type SI-400：Maintenance-free sealed, Lead-Acid 6V/3Ah * 2 ● When replacing the batteries, use the same number and the same
SI-401︰Li-Polymer battery 12.8V/1800mAh x 1 pack
type of batteries.

SI-402︰Li-Polymer battery 12.8V/1800mAh x 2 packs

● Do not dispose of batteries in a fire; the battery may explode.

SI-425(U)：Maintenance-free sealed, Lead-Acid 6V/9Ah * 1

● Do not open or mutilate the battery or batteries, released electrolyte
is harmful to the skin and eyes.
Typical backup SI-400：5.5 minutes ● A battery can present a risk of electric shock and high short circuit
time at half-load current. The following precaution should be observed when working
SI-401 / 425(U)：9 minutes； SI-402：18 minutes
on batteries.
Typical backup SI-400：3 minutes； SI-425(U)：4 minutes
time at 80% of full
* Remove watches, rings or other metal objects.
load SI-401：5 minutes； SI-402：12 minutes * Use tools with insulated handles.
Charging method Smart pulse charging with two charging modes. ● The equipment can be operated by any individuals with no previous
Quick charging when battery is not fully charged, trickle
experience.
charging when battery is 90% fully charged. ● Attention: hazardous through electric shock. Also, with
Lead-Acid battery：Less than 8 hours to 90% at normal line disconnection of this unit from the main, hazardous voltage still may
Charging time
and normal temperature. be accessible through supply of battery.
Li-Polymer battery：SI-401 — 6 hours typical； ● The lead acid battery may cause chemical hazard.
SI-402 —12 hours typical. ● Batteries will be disposed by the manufacturer or importer.
Customers need to send them back with no charge for disposal.
Average charging
0.3 A
current
Average charging SI-400：13.6V；SI-425(U)：6.8V. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
voltage SI-401 / 402：15.4V. This manual is important instructions that you should follow during
installation and maintenance of the UPS and batteries. Please read all
Protection Over current protection. instructions before operating the equipment and save this manual for
Over charging voltage protection. future reference.
Thermal protection. (CPU control)
Monitoring Smart monitoring for failed battery or battery open circuit, real
time detection and warning.

Communications & Management

Interface port Standard DB-9 (dry contact); Optional for RS-233 or USB.

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German wording: 6. SPECIFICATIONS
● Wenn Sie die Batterien austauschen, verwenden Sie bitte die Output
gleiche Anzahl und den gleichen Batterietyp. 115V Models 230V Models SI-425U
● Werfen Sie niemals die Batterien in das Feuer, die Batterien könnten
Power Levels SI-400 / 401 / 402：400VA / 240W
explodieren.
(at nominal inputs) SI-425(U)：425VA / 255W
● Öffnen oder beschädigen Sie nicht die Batterien,
ausfileβendes Elektrolyt ist schädlich für Haut und Augen. Output Voltage 100V/110V/115V/120V 200V/220V/230V/240V
Selectable Selectable
120Vac
● Eine Batterie kann eine Gefahz eines elektrischer Schlages und
sehr groβer Kurzschluβströme beinhalten. Folgenda Voltage Waveform Simulated Sine wave
Vorkehrungen soiiten getroffen warden, wenn Sie mit der
Battery arbeiten. Output Frequency Auto Select for 50/60Hz
* Entfernen Sie Uhren, Ring and andere metallische Objekte. (sync to mains) 45Hz ~ 55Hz for 50Hz nominal

* Verwenden Sie Werkzeug mit isolierten Griffen. 56Hz ~ 65Hz for 60Hz nominal

● Bedienung durch jedermann ohne dem Vorkenntnisse. Regulation ±5% of selected output voltage.
(Battery mode) (adjustable by using the setting software)
● “Vorsicht, Gefahr durch elektrischen Schlag. Auch nach Trennung
von der Netzeingangsspannung werde Teile innerhalb der USV von Transfer time 6mS typical
der Batterie gespeist und führen gefährliche Spannung.
Over current Over load alarm level 100% ~ 120%.
● Die Blei-Akkumulatoren Können bei unsachgemäβer Handhabung protection Over load shutdown level 120% ~ 190%.
chemische Gefahren hervorrufen. (Both adjustable by using the setting software)
● Batterien werden durch den Hersteller oder Importeur entsorgt.
Dazu muessen die Batterien kostenfrei angeliefert werden. Input
115V Models 230V Models SI-425U
Nominal Voltage 100V/110V/115V/120V 200V/220V/230V/240V
100V ~ 240V
Selectable Selectable

Input Frequency 45Hz ~ 65Hz, 50/60Hz auto-sensing

Efficiency 98% (Normal mode)
Noise Filtering Full time EMI/RFI filtering
Over current
AC fuse
protection
Voltage Range -15% ~ +14% for selected nominal voltage.
95Vac~260Vac
(Adjustable by using the setting software)

Surge Protection 108 Joules 220 Joules

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5. TROUBLE SHOOTING CAUTION
Problem Possible Cause Action to Take ● The UPS connection instructions and operation described in the
UPS no reaction while AC 1. Line cord plug is loose 1. Check the line cord plug manual must be followed in the indicated order.
is connected 2. Fuse blown 2. Call for service ● Never install the UPS near liquids or in an excessively damp
Power output is normal, UPS is over loaded Turn off UPS and unplug environment.
UPS emits continuous excessive loads from UPS.
beep, status LED shows ● Never let a foreign body penetrate inside the UPS.
RED. ● Never expose the UPS to direct sunlight or source of heat.
No power on outlets, UPS UPS has shut down due to Unplug excessive loads from
emits continuous beep, severe overload. UPS, press button to reset ● If the UPS must be stored prior to installation, storage must be in a
status LED show RED. the buzzer, and turn on the dry place.
UPS again. ● The admissible storage temperature range is -15℃ to +55℃.
UPS does not provide Do not operate the UPS,
1. Excessive loads Once installed and connected to the AC power source for the first
expected run time and leave the UPS ●
connected at UPS’s time, the battery will start to charge. Full charging to obtain the
outlets. plugged in for 10 hours.
Then, test it again, if UPS rated battery backup time requires at least 8 hours.
2. Battery is weak and cannot
provide enough capacity. still cannot provide ● Before and after the installation, if the UPS remains de-energized for
expected run time, a long period, the UPS must be energized for a period of 24 hours,
battery should be at least once every 6 months (for a normal storage temperature less
replaced. than 25 ℃ . This charges the battery, thus avoiding possible
Button on front panel 1. Unplug the line cord & irreversible damage. During the replacement of the battery
1. The CPU inside UPS is module, it is imperative to use the same type and number of element
doesn’t work push the button for 15
not running correctly. previously mounted in the UPS, in order to maintain an identical
seconds to reset the UPS.
2. Button damaged. level of performance and safety. In case of doubt, don’t hesitate to
2. Unplug all loads and
line cord from the UPS contact our after sales department.
to let it shut down ● Never apply the UPS as an Inverter.
automatically, and call
for service.
UPS cannot be turned 1. Battery dead Call for service.
on. 2. UPS fault

This symbol indicates that you should not discard the UPS
or the UPS batteries in the trash. The UPS may contain
sealed, lead-acid batteries. Batteries must be recycled.

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1. OVER VIEW AND FEATURES 4.3 The connection for USB model is shown as follows.
This is a high performance with compact shape stand-by
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) designed to protect your 4.3.1 For SI-400 / 401 / 402 4.3.2 For SI-425(U)
computer from utility line failure. In the event of utility failure
(blackout), the UPS will rapidly transfer loads to an alternative power
source which derives power from battery set inside the UPS. The
backup time for a Pentium Ⅳ PC including LCD monitor is about 6
minutes with internal UPS model SI-400, about 9 minutes with the
model SI-401 or SI-425(U), and about 18 minutes with the model
SI-402.

＊ Microprocessor based design.

＊ Adjustable Rated voltage, Voltage-transfer points, Green mode, Low
battery shut-down level, & Over level, etc.
＊ Smart battery management with intelligent double stages of charging
control & Thermal compensation.
＊ Real time auto-detection for battery condition.
＊ Automatic restart of load after UPS shutdown.
＊ Generator compatible.
＊ “Green Power” design with auto on/off function & adjustable level. 1 From UPS signal port
＊ Standard DB-9 port with optional RS-232 & USB for communication, 2 Internal USB Connecter:
compatible with all major O.S., including Windows, Linux, SCO UNIX,
& DOS. Pin1 :USB PWR (+Vcc)
＊ Protection for overload, short circuit, & over heat. Pin2 :USB Negative Signal (-D)
＊ Suitable for 5 1/4” disk size. Pin3 :USB Positive Signal (+D)
＊ Easy installation. Pin4 :Ground
Pin5 :No connection (No wire)
Most PC mother boards provide some auxiliary USB connecters for
applications like Front Panel USB of PC, please check your mother
board’s manual to make sure that the pin assignment meet UPS’s
USB connecter.
Caution: A different pin assignment may cause damage or
system hang-up.
3 External USB Connecter: Connect external USB if the mother board
does not have a suitable auxiliary USB connecter.
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4. COMMUNICATION INTERFACE 2. INSTALLATION (Please also refer to the following drawing)
The UPS provides 4 selections of computer interface for different 2.1 Fix the metallic window plate on the rear panel of your computer case.
monitoring application, smart software (RS-232), dry control (DB9), &
2.2 Plug the connector of the enclosed “Y” type power cord into the
USB (internal or external type).
window plate.
The models with USB interface are applying the same control port for
both USB & RS-232 so that the only interface can be used at the 2.3 Plug the connector of the power cord from the UPS with the
same time. matching connector of “Y” power cord.
4.1 The definition and setup for DB9 model is shown as follows: 2.4 The “Y” power cord has 2 outlets for your computer and monitor. To
ensure that your computer will be protected during a utility failure, the
Pin #2 : AC Power Failure
outlets of UPS must be connected with your computer and monitor,
Pin #4 : Common GND of Pin #2 & Pin #5 and apply the original power cord of your computer as the input cord of
the UPS. When the connection is completed. The UPS can be turned
Pin #5 : UPS Battery Low
on by one touch at the control button on the front panel.
Pin #6 : Turn off UPS SWITCHING
Pin #7 : GND of Pin6 IEC FEMALE POWER SUPPLY

The interface with computer is diagramed as above for your reference.

IEC FEMALE
Use Pin #4 as the common of Pin #2 and Pin #5, Pin #2 and Pin #4 will
become close loop from open when the utility fails, Pin #5 and Pin #4 will
become close loop from open when the battery level is low. TO MONITOR RS232/USB
IF REQUIRED
The UPS will shut down itself when the high level from RS-232, sustained METALLIC
for 3 seconds, which is applied between Pin #6 and Pin #7. WINDOW
PLATE
4.2 The definition and setup for RS-232 model is shown as follows:
Baud Rate : 2400 dps
Data Length : 8 bits IEC MALE

Stop Bit : 1 bit

ORIGINAL POWER CORD
Parity : None OF COMPUTER

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9 8 7 6 2.5 After installation with normal city power, the UPS will charge the
battery automatically; please keep the UPS in charging for 5 hours, at
least.
4.2.1 SI-400 / 401 / 402 Pin Definition SI-425(U)
Pin #6 RS-232 data Tx out (Rx：to PC) Pin #3
Pin #7 Common of Pin #6 and Pin #9 Pin #5
Pin #9 RS-232 data Rx In (Tx：to PC) Pin #2
3. OPERATION
3.1 Once it’s connected with normal city power, the UPS will charge the
battery automatically, when UPS is off, the green LED blinks every 2
seconds. If AC auto turn-on function is enabled, the UPS will turn
on automatically when city power is normal. If auto turn-on is
disabled, please push the button for about one second on the front
panel; then the UPS will give power to the load.
Red / Green LED
Control button
3.7 Reset the UPS
If any abnormal condition occurs, and the item 3.2 ~ 3.4 can not be
executed, please unplug the line cord and push the button for at
least 15 sec., which will reset the UPS.
3.8 Audible alarm
During a utility failure or fault operation, the UPS emits beep for
warning. In back-up mode, the alarm can be silenced by pushing the
button. However, the warning of low battery will still sound for urging
user to leave computer without any data loss.
Basic Indication Table:
STATUS ALARM LED

UPS OFF Utility Good No Beep Green (short flash)

Timer on, No Beep Red (short flash)

3.2 Pushing the button for 4 seconds, the UPS will turn off the power (refer to Item 3.6)
on the outlets. But, the UPS will keep charging if city power is
Normal No Beep Green *PS
normal. To stop the charging, please pull out the power cord to
Normal / (Utility good)
shut down the UPS completely.
Back-up Back-up (No load) One beep every 4 sec (alarm can Not be silenced). Red
3.3 DC start: During a blackout, push the button 2 seconds the UPS will mode
Back-up (Loaded) 2 beeps every 4 sec. (alarm can be silenced). (flash with beep)
be turned on and enter into backup mode. To turn off the power
Battery Low 4 beeps per sec (alarm can Not be silenced).
from UPS; please push the button for 4 seconds.
Abnormal Over load Continuous alarm (alarm can Not be silenced). Red
3.4 When a blackout happens, the buzzer will emit two beeps every 8 Condition UPS fault
Every other 2 sec., 32 beeps in 2 sec (alarm can Not be silenced). Red
seconds for alarm. You can disable the alarm by setting silence Thermal alarm (flash with beep)
mode; to push the control button will disable the alarm, and to push it
Warning for No Beep
again will enable the alarm. Green
Batt. Replacement (the function valid only during normal city power) Red (4 flash / sec)
3.5 Green mode setting (by UPS wizard software through RS232) *PS.
When “Green Power” function is enabled, the UPS will turn off the 1. When it is in charging (battery level <90%), the green LED blinks once every 4
power within 30 seconds after blackout occurs with the power seconds; while when the battery level is over 90%, the LED will become lighting
consumption lower than the pre-set level (adjustable from 1% to 14% continuously without blinking.
of full load). The default value of green mode setting is 5%. 2. If UPS is stored for a few months, the UPS may have a warning for battery
Please use the UPS wizard software to adjust this level. replacement (Red LED flashing 4 times per second, no beep) during charging,
3.6 Remote Control which is caused by different self-discharging rate among the battery cells,
please just keep the UPS in charging till the Red LED stops flashing (may need
The UPS can be set for daily shutdown/wake up. This command over 48 hrs of charging to stop the flashing).
must be set through the RS-232 or USB interface. When this function
is set, the timer inside the UPS will begin to run, and the load will be
turned off by the shutdown / wake-up schedule. During the period of
turn-off to the next turn-on, the red LED blinks every 2 seconds.