Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800: manual, comparison with competitors and reviews

Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 is used for workstations and personal computers. Protects them from voltage surges and other disturbances that occur in the electrical network. Has a function of Green Power, which helps to save data and warns the technician of the problems associated with a sudden power outage.

Description of apparatus

Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 has a stylish and modern design. It is used for computers, both personal and peripheral, as well as for graphic stations and computers. Use the device for telecommunications equipment. It ensures the uninterrupted operation of electronic devices. Protects them from data loss.

The front panel of the IHD is equipped with a power switch button. On the right is a fault indicator of the device, which alerts you when the battery is completely depleted or if you need to replace the battery. In these cases, the LED lights up in red. To the left of the power button there is an indicator that indicates how the device works: from the network (green light is on) or from the battery (the LED flashes green).

The upper uninterrupted panel is equipped with a convenient handle for transferring the device. Behind it are four outputs, which are responsible for filtering voltage surges. Below there are two more outlets under the euro outlet. They not only protect against changes in the power grid, but are also able to provide backup power to electrical equipment. Below are the connectors, which protect the modem and telephone lines from voltage surges. At the very end of the top panel of the device there are clips fixing the cable.

Rear panel Comfo Pro 800 is equipped with an output for the electrical power cable. To the left are COM and USB ports. Close to the ports there is a circuit breaker device.

Package Contents

Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 is sold in retail outlets as follows. It:

• Uninterruptible power supply;
• User's manual of the device;
• Warranty card;
• CD-ROM on which the Russified software is located;
• Set of cords.

The software on the CD displays data such as frequency, voltage, and battery power. Indicates the level of load on the device and other parameters.

The complete set of cords includes:

• Cable for connection to mains;
• Two wires with connector IEC 320, designed to connect electrical devices;
• A cord for connection with a personal computer in RS-232 format;
• Wire for communication with PC with USB connector AB;
• Telephone cable.

From the user's guide it is possible to find out the addresses of the service centers located in 48 cities of Russia. The warranty for the device is given for 1-2 years.

Charging the device

Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 comes with a built-in rechargeable battery, which is fully charged at the time of sale. In spite of this, the device can be discharged during transportation. In this case, it will need to be charged. To do this, the uninterruptible power supply is connected to the mains and left for eight hours or more. When charging the UPS, do not connect other equipment to it.

Before connecting the Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 (black new) to the mains, make sure that the mains voltage corresponds to the rated voltage, which is 220 V. The mains supply cord is connected to the device on one side, and to the outlet on the other. All devices are connected in accordance with the connectors located on the top panel of the UPS, using the appropriate wires for this.

The telephone and modem cable is connected to the input connector of the device located at the top. In order for the operating system to automatically shut down, you must dock the computer and the UPS through the RS0232 or USB ports.

Uninterruptible power supply operation

Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 (the instruction details all the nuances of using the device), the first time it is started automatically. To turn it off, click the appropriate button. It should also be used to restart the device.

If the device is not connected to the network, it is possible to activate the "cold" start function. With it, the device protects electrical equipment by supplying power directly from the battery. To start it, just press the UPS start button.

The hopper has a mode of Green Power, which in the absence of an electrical voltage will automatically turn off the device if no load is connected to it.

If the battery has become unusable, it should be replaced. To do this, unscrew the screws located at the bottom of the unit and press down slightly. After that, remove the front cover and remove the battery, unscrewing the wires that connect it to the uninterrupted. By analogy, they insert a new battery and start the device in operation.

Complete with the UPS is the drive on which the WinPower 2004 program is located. In order to install it, you need to insert the disk into the computer and follow the recommendations that appear on the screen.

Technical capabilities of the device

UPS Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 (New) is characterized by a capacity of 800 VA / 480 W. The voltage of the device at the output and the input is 220 V. The range of possible voltage deviations ranges from 162 V to 268 V.

The device has a hermetic lead accumulator, consisting of six elements. Can work in standby mode from 5 to 30 minutes. The time depends on the load of the device. The device charges 90% in eight hours.

Comfo Pro 800 is equipped with sound notification. So, in the standby mode, it emits rare beeps, a periodicity of once every ten seconds. If the battery is exhausted, sounds occur every second. When the device is overloaded, the alarm sounds once every 0.5 seconds, and if the battery is worn or flat, the beep is made every two seconds. The failure of the uninterruptible device is indicated by a continuous audible tone.

The device has the following parameters:

• Length - 300 mm;
• Width - 124 mm;
• Height - 210 mm.

The weight of the UPS is 6.4 kg. The device is compatible with all Windows and Linux operating systems.

Possible malfunctions

Periodically, various malfunctions occur during the operation of the device. For example, the green indicator on the front panel of the Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 may not light up - the battery built into the device is defective or missing. Another similar situation occurs when the device is turned off. The non-working battery should be replaced with a new one. If the battery is missing, it must be inserted.

If the power from the mains is within normal limits and the appliance emits a continuous beep, this indicates an overload of the UPS. In this case, you should make sure that the load on the device corresponds to its technical capabilities.

If the battery discharges quickly enough when the electricity is cut off, this indicates a device overload, a low battery level or a battery failure. In the first case, all secondary loads are removed from the uninterrupted system. If the battery level is low, it must be charged. If the battery is faulty, replace it with a new one.

Interior fittings

имеет батарею марки NPW 45-12. Ups Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 has a battery of the brand NPW 45-12. The battery capacity of the device is 9 Ah, and the operating voltage fluctuates around 12 V. This battery is characterized by an increased 75% recoil with a 10-minute discharge.

The internal design of the device is made traditionally. At the bottom of the device is a transformer and a battery, and the upper part of it is placed under the electronic plateau.

The main part of the electronics is on a single-layer board, where a textolite of decent quality is used. Installation of the elements on the board is completely satisfactory, all the details are signed. Sockets located at the top of the device, dock with the electronic board through special connectors. There is a protective unit RJ-11, which operates in an autonomous mode and only for the central core.

Protection against voltage drops is achieved by means of a varistor. Switching of the windings is done through a relay. The largest switching current per relay is 7A, but in the event that the electrical voltage is 270 V. This feature of the device allows you to connect a load of up to 1800 VA. The inverter works on four transistors. Creates an approximated sinusoid. On an area of 120 square meters. Cm in the general radiator are power transistors. They are connected to the radiator with a gasket and fixed with screws. Each of them is characterized by a power of 100 W, a scale of operating temperatures reaching 175 ° C and a voltage of 30 V.

The unit responsible for adjusting the output voltage (AVR) is created by an auto-transformer circuit. In the uninterruptible power supply a transformer is used on an Ш-shaped core with one stage of autotransformation.

Positive sides of the device

Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 (black) can be used at home. Among its advantages users distinguish:

• Stabilization of the output electrical voltage, which affects the entire range of loads;
• Stylish and modern design;
• Complete set, which includes a set of cords and software;
• Warranty for the year: not only on the product, but also on the battery;
• Russified program to the device;
• Ports USB and RS 232, providing connection with the PC;
• Sound notification about the status of the device;
• Light indication of battery status;
• Protection against short circuits and all kinds of overloads;
• Function "cold start", allowing to start the equipment in the absence of voltage;
• Eurosocket;
• Microprocessor control.

These and other advantages of the device distinguish it among others. Point out the good quality and decent technical characteristics.

Minuses

Among the drawbacks of the UPS Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 are unregulated power saving mode, lack of support for Smart Battery and uncomfortable charging scheme. In some cases, users indicate a strong heating of the case and a small number of euros.

Comparison with competitors, the best uninterruptible power supplies

Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 fully justifies all the functions declared by the manufacturer, but the market does not stand still, and competitors try to create something new, more perfect. So, according to most users, the best UPS are:

• APC by Schneider Electric Smart-UPS 1000VA. There is a sound alarm and LCD display, which Ippon Comfo Pro 800 does not have. The output power is 650 watts. There are eight connectors for connecting to a PC. The battery is fully charged in three hours, in contrast to the Comfo Pro 800, which charges the battery for 8 or more hours. At full load in the standby mode, 6 minutes, and at half - 20 minutes. It is worth more than Ippon, about 30 thousand rubles.
• Inelt Smart Station Power 1500. The output power is -900 watts. There is a "cold start" regime. The battery is charged 100% in 12 hours. Is able to protect not only the local network, but also the telephone line. Blocks the influence of high-voltage pulses. This function does not have a Comfo Pro 800. It costs around ten thousand rubles.
• IPPON Smart Winner 1000. The output power of the device is 650 watts. The operating time in standby mode at full load is 5 minutes. The machine's parameters allow it to be mounted in a 19-inch rack. The device is fully charged in three hours. It is worth a little more expensive Comfo Pro 800, about 11-14 thousand rubles.
• Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 New. Has an output power of 420 W, a function of "cold start". It has eight sockets, in contrast to the Comfo Pro 800, which has two of them. The device protects the local and telephone network from all kinds of interference and high-voltage impulses. Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 New 5000 рублей . It is worth Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 New 5000 rubles .
• Выходная мощность - 600 Вт. FSP Group EP 1000. The output power is 600W. There is an audible warning and a light indication. It has four sockets for PC connection. The battery is charged for 6 hours. The device protects the electrical equipment against short circuits and interferences on the electrical line. The device costs about 4 thousand rubles.
• IPPON Smart Power Pro 1400. The output power of the device is 1400 VA. It takes 4 hours to charge the battery. There are LED indicators and sound notification. The device has 4 eurosockets. It costs about 10,000 rubles.

A good uninterrupted power supply will reliably protect the computer and other equipment from interference on the line. Devices "more expensive" are considered more reliable, have more extensive functionality, work in a backup mode longer and have a longer service life.

Cost

The price for Ippon Comfo Pro 800 ranges from 5000 to 7000 rubles. The cost depends on the mark-up on the sales network. The color of the device does not affect its price.

Where can I buy?

UPS Ippon Back Comfo Pro 800 (black) can be found in the stores of computer and home appliances, such as "Eldorado", "Computer Market", "Citylink", DNS and others. This product can be purchased through the Internet.

Feedback on the device

Ippon Comfo Pro 800 reviews are very different. Some are completely satisfied with this device, note its stylish design, excellent build quality, equipment, including the presence of all necessary wires. I like the user-friendly handle for carrying and special clamps, designed to fix the wires, as well as the presence of euro-sockets. These people say that the device works stably, quietly, and is perfectly struck with its tasks. When you turn off the light with the load holds about 10 minutes.

Negative opinions indicate that the device is very hot, has an unstable output current. The software is poorly installed on the computer and does not detect a fail-over. Even during operation, the UPS constantly clicks. There are those who say that the device does not cope with its functions, poorly stabilizes the voltage and does not protect the equipment from power surges.