Furman F1500-UPS

Furman UPS’s offer unparalleled battery back-up technology, designed specifically for audio, video and control systems. Features include SMP non-sacrificial, zero ground contamination surge suppression technology, Extreme Voltage Shutdown, comprehensive power conditioning, IR control, custom programming, and more.
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Expandability
At 1500VA, the F1500-UPS provides substantial backup time for most critical digital A/V components (see runtime chart). If more runtime is needed, 1500VA battery packs (BATT1500E-EXT) may be daisy chained to double, triple, and further increase runtime as the application demands.

Programmability & Control
Audio/video systems can vary greatly in their size and components, and as such, flexibility is needed in determining how a battery backup solution should function under different circumstances. Because of this, Furman has provided open source RS-232 control over four independent AC outlet banks, with a wide range of features to interface with an existing control unit. Dual programmable IR control allows the unit to send a shut down command to remote components in the event of a blackout – no more expensive projector bulbs to replace in the event of a blackout. Optional TCP/IP control (separate interface card, available Q4), offers remote control over any Internet connection via a truly plug-and-play, hosted, web-based graphical user interface, with full remote control and power monitoring functionality.

* As with any battery back up system, the battery pack must be replaced periodically (2.5 to 3 years typically)

Typical Backup Components

Given the nature of battery backup technology, high-current audio and video components such as power amplifiers, powered subwoofers, and high-wattage displays are not recommended for use with the F1500-UPS. Not only will these components drain battery power quite rapidly, line impedance will be raised due to the F1500-UPS’s (or any) AVR and AC to DC inverter, which can induce current compression and noticeably diminish performance with high-current A/V equipment. The following components are ideal for use with the F1500-UPS:

DAWs
Satellite Receivers
Cable Boxes
Digital Video Recorders
Media Servers
External Hard Drives
Digital Mixing Consoles
Lamp Based Video Displays
Control Systems

For power management of other components, Furman recommends Classic or Prestige Series Power Conditioners. For high-current components such as power amplifiers and powered subwoofers, solutions featuring Furman’s exclusive Power Factor Technology are ideal.

Approximate Run Time, 1500VA **

Satellite Reciever or Cable Box = 80 Minutes
Control System + Media Server = 40 Minutes
Digital Mixing Console (24 channel) = 20 minutes
DAW Computer + Digital I/O + External Hard Drive + 24” LCD Monitor = 7 minutes

** These run times should be used as a guideline only and are dependant on device and usage.