GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTION

This user manual contains the most important information on operating this DUPS
safely. Each person concerned with the installation, commissioning, maintenance
and operation of V-Guard Solar Hybrid UPS must have read and understood the
entire user manual
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
Do not connect the Output of UPS to main line output as this may damage the
UPS. Only connect required Fan, Light point, TV Point and 1-2 extra 6A socket for
your heavy load (Mixers/ Toasters/ Room cooler) within the specified rating of
product.

WARNING : This symbol indicates the possibility of serious injury or death.

CAUTION : This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to
properties only.
Be sure not to do.
Be sure to follow the instruction.
BASIC SAFETY MEASURES
This UPS is designed for indoor use only. It should be installed in well
ventilated areas. Never install the UPS in bedroom, kitchen, bathrooms,
slabs & in areas having high temperature / humidity. Do not expose the UPS
to rain, direct sunlight, dust, snow or spray.
To reduce the risk of hazard, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation
openings. Do not install the UPS in a zero clearance compartment, minimum
150mm clearance of ventilation area is recommended from all sides.
Always remember there is risk of electrical shock, although the unit may be
unplugged from utility power, hazardous voltage still may be present
through the battery.
Don’t load UPS more than the rated capacity even in Mains bypass mode.
Excess load can cause RCB (resettable Circuit Breaker) of UPS to trip
frequently.
Don’t connect batteries in parallel as it can cause inadequate charging and
UPS malfunctioning too.
Don’t connect ELCB / RCCB in UPS input.
To avoid a risk of fire or electric shock, make sure that existing wiring is in
good condition and as per Indian Electrical Standards.
This unit contains no user serviceable parts and should be returned to
V-Guard service center in the case of failure.
This V-Guard UPS must be installed only by a V-Guard qualified technician
with proper technical background on this product series.
Check all screws and connections are tight before connecting the system.
Switch off Input Mains and inverter switch, before disconnecting the Mains
lead.
Do not run heavy loads like mixer, refrigerator etc..with computer loads as it
can cause reset of the computers.
 Ensure there is no any chance for shorting battery terminals that may lead to
spark or fire.
Don’t install battery in closed compartment and ensure vent plugs are not
closed it can cause spark.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and
watches when operating with batteries. Failure to do so may cause short
circuit and very high temperature, which can melt metal items and burn your
skin.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing you must wash it out with soap and
water immediately. If battery acid contacts your eyes, you must wash it out
with cold running water for at least 20 minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
There is surge/lightening protection incorporated in this UPS. However it is
recommended to unplug UPS from power line during lightening and
thunderstorm.
Recommended to keep this user manual safely, for self usage guide and
warranty purposes.

SALIENT FEATURES
• Monitoring and control of UPS by Android / iOS App.
• Facility to increase your fan speed by using mobile phone App.
• Additional equipment mode for critical equipment.
• Facility to increase Solar Hybrid UPS battery backup time by using
mobile phone App*.
• Facility to monitor load usage using App.
• Facility to save power by configuring Holiday mode using App while
going outstation.
• Digital Signal Controller based design for pure sine wave output.
• Equipped with inbuilt high efficiency solar charge controller with solar
panel compatibility as per specification.
• Selectable charging mode for different battery types (Flat, Tubular &
Local batteries) and capacities (80 to 230Ah).
• Battery Gravity Builder with overcharge and deep discharge protections.
• Provides emergency power to charge mobile phones through USB port
even when Digital Sinewave UPS has shut down due to low battery
protection.
 V-GUARD SMART APP
Download V-Guard Smart App from Play Store or App Store. You can also
use this App for paper less warranty and complaint registration. For more
details about App go to User Assistance menu of My Product in the App.

Scan QR Code for

download V-GUARD
Smart App

SMART APP FEATURES

• CONTROL DUPS FROM YOUR PHONE - The V-GUARD Smart DUPS easily
syncs with your smart phone through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Once your
product is registered on the V-Guard Smart app, you can control the DUPS
system through your mobile from anywhere.

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SMART PRO 1200 S

STATUS PAGE :
Ÿ Shows overall status of the product related battery,
solar, mains load performance etc.. of your DUPS
on the V-Guard Smart app.
Ÿ With the help of ON /OFF switch DUPS power ON /
OFF can be controlled.

SOLAR INFORMATION
SOLAR PAGE :
Ÿ Can give information about product installation
location.
Ÿ Real time solar generation can be checked.
Ÿ User can monitor solar savings details of Today,
Yesterday and Total based on solar utilization. User
can also calculates savings based on tariffs input
given in app.
Ÿ User can monitor 5 days weather forecast and plan
accordingly for power usage.
 SMART SETTINGS PAGE :
1800
SMART PRO 1200 S Ÿ Forced power cut helps to get better output
performance when Mains voltage is low.
Ÿ Fast charging to Save time - Use Turbo Charge option
for faster charging of the batteries during emergency
situations.
Ÿ Appliance mode enables user to run high capacity
loads during mains failure for a defined duration.
Ÿ Reserve power helps to provide extra backup, even
after battery gets low.
Ÿ Save Energy Using Holiday Mode - When product is not
in use for long duration. Switch to holiday mode. It will
ensure saving of power and will also maintain your
batteries in healthy conditions.
Ÿ User can customize output voltage or backup time as
per their needs with the help of slider given.

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SMART PRO 1200 S
ç ALARM SETTINGS PAGE :
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SMART PRO 1200 S
User can set advance
battery low alarm, mains
change over buzzer and
overload level as per their
requirement.

è USAGE TRENDS :
Ÿ Provides graphical
representation of running
load on the DUPS.
Ÿ Provides power failure
history for last 7 days.

SWITCH SETTINGS :
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SMART PRO 1200 S

Ÿ Mode selected option allows user to set the DUPS to

UPS / Normal / Equipment mode**. UPS mode is
useful for critical IT loads. Equipment mode is
useful for home appliances having SMPS.

Ÿ Information about current position of charging

mode selected through HC & NC selection switch
available on product.
Ÿ Type of battery connected with DUPS. Wrong
battery selection can give false status or readings.
User needs to select correct battery type within 30
mins of installation, after that battery type selection
Ÿ option will be locked. Unlock button is provided and will remain active for
next 30 mins after unlocking.

Ÿ Power Saver mode is available only in solar DUPS. In Max mode, it

will auto force cut DUPS input mains based on solar and battery
health. Select Max mode if you are using almost system rated solar
capacity & your mains availability is also good.

Ÿ Day time load usage mode is useful for working family where
nobody is available at home during day time. If you have selected
“No” and selected Power saver at Max mode, It will cut DUPS mains
in night to discharge battery to certain level for next day charging
through solar.
Amazon Alexa and Google Home connectivity helps you to control your
device using voice from anywhere as per convenience.
* All the readings and time shown in the App are calculated on STC and can be
affected by various operating conditions present at site. Value shown in App
should be taken as reference only, actual results may have variations as compared
to readings shown in the App.

**Feature available based on DUPS Model.

CONFIGURATION PROCEDURE

In order to configure your mobile with Smart DUPS, press and hold the DUPS
ON/OFF switch continuously for 10 seconds (Approx) until 3rd beep sound occurs.
ON/OFF switch LED starts to blink. Now Press RECONFIGURE DUPS icon on APP
with in 15 minutes and configure DUPS as per the instructions given in the APP

Ensure the availability of proper Wi-Fi range at the selected installation

location. If signal is weak, please use a Wi-Fi booster.

INSIDE THE BOX

1. Product : Smart Pro 1200 S - 1 No
2. User Manual & Warranty card - 1 No
 SPECIFICATIONS

Model SMART PRO 1200 S

Capacity 1000VA / 800W
Recommended Input 230V, 50Hz, 1P
Input Voltage / Normal Mode : 90V - 290VAC + 10V, 40Hz - 57Hz
Frequency Equipment Mode #: 140V - 260VAC + 10V, 46Hz - 54Hz
Working Range UPS Mode : 180V - 260VAC + 6V, 46Hz - 54Hz
220V + 5V, 50Hz, 1P (In Normal / Equipment Mode)
No Load output 230V + 5V, 50Hz, 1P (In UPS Mode)
240V + 5V, 50Hz, 1P (In High Performance Mode)
Nominal Output On Mains : Same as Input (within the working range)
Voltage / Frequency On Battery : 220VAC, 49.5Hz - 50.5Hz
Output waveform Pure Sinewave
Transfer time UPS mode < 10mSec
Recommended battery 12V, 80Ah to 230Ah, Lead Acid (1 No. Only)
8-10 hrs
Battery recharge time**
(Depends on battery capacity & charging selection)
Operating Temperature 0 C to 45 C
Product Dimensions 275mm x 250mm x 120mm (L x B x H)
Fan, EESL LED Bulb, CFL, Tube Light, LED TV
(Up to 55"), Inverter Refrigerator (Up to 320 Litre),
Application Mixer (Up to 750W***), Room Cooler (Up to 300W),
Sound bar / Speaker system, 0.75HP Monoblock Self
Prime Pump, Kitchen Chimney (Up to 1200 m3 /hr),
Desktop Computer, DeskJet Printer, Playstation,
Oxygen Concentrator (Up to 5 Litre)
USB Charger 5V, 1A
Panel Capacity 25VOC, 640Wp (Max.)

# Equipment mode : Use this setting for running inverter technology based
Refrigerator through the DUPS.
**Time for a fresh 150Ah tubular battery at high charging mode selection and
mains voltage within 150 - 280V range.
*** subjected to material and usage conditions.
Due to continuous research, specifications are subjected to change without prior
notice.
Note : Electrical and electronic devices up to specified capacity can be powered by
this Solar Hybrid UPS.
 UNDERSTANDING YOUR PRODUCT
I. UPS FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

A B C DE F G H

Fig 1
A. UPS MODE LED: UPS mode is set to run PC load. UPS mode LED glows when
the unit is in UPS mode, blinks if it is in Equipment mode and off if it is in
Normal mode. By default unit will be in Normal mode. In order to change the
mode from NORMAL to UPS or to Equipment mode, press the front panel
ON/OFF switch for 5 seconds continuously until second beep sound occurs
(Not applicable when water topping reminder indication active).
B. MAINS ON LED: Glows steady when the mains is available within the
normal limits (90-290V in NORMAL mode and 180-260V in UPS mode) and
blinks when mains out of range and off when mains not available (If Mains
voltage goes below the specified voltage range, i.e. Low cut condition - 2
blinks, If Mains voltage goes above the specified voltage range, i.e. High cut
condition - 3 blinks).
C. CHARGE LED: This will blinks when batteries are charging and Glows steady
when batteries are charged. For Tubular battery selection - 3 blinks, for Flat
Plate battery selection - 2 blinks & for Local battery selection - 1 blink).
D. BACKUP LED: This LED will glow steady when the UPS is in backup mode
due to mains failure or out of working range.
E. LOW BATT LED: Blinks during low battery warning and glows steady after
low battery shutdown with buzzer indication.
F. OVERLOAD LED: Blinks when the loading is above it’s specified capacity
and blinks with continuous buzzer after overload shutdown. Glows steady
after short circuit in output side. After 5 times of retrying overload protection
shutdown will happen. Again press ON/OFF switch to RESET/ turn ON the
product. It is advisable that connected loads in bypass should not be more
than the rated capacity of UPS.
G. SOLAR LED: Blinks when working in solar and glows steady if battery is fully
charged through solar. It stays off when solar is absent.
H. ON/OFF SWITCH: This switch can be used to make the unit ON/OFF and
this can be done by pressing the switch continuously for 1 second until a beep
 sound occurs. BACKUP LED will be OFF when the unit is in OFF mode. If the
unit is in OFF mode, the load connected at the output will not work in the event
of mains failure, however charging will continue if mains is in normal limit. The
switch also works as a reset in an event of overload & low battery shutdown.
When the switch is in ON condition the switch glows and it will not glow if the
switch is OFF. This switch can be used for Normal, UPS and Equipment mode
selection. By default unit will be in normal mode. In order to change the mode
from Normal to UPS or from UPS to Equipment mode or from Equipment to
Normal mode press and hold the switch continuously for 5 seconds until
second beep occurs. UPS mode LED glows when the unit is in UPS mode,
blinks when it is in Equipment mode and off if it is in normal mode. Normal,
UPS and Equipment mode can be selected by using APP also. For this user has
to go switch settings portion in the APP where user can change the mode by
touching the mode selected option.
I . USB PORT : This is used to charge mobile phones even when Digital Sinewave
UPS has shut down due to low battery protection. Keep the USB port
covered when not in use to avoid accumulation of dust inside it.

LED Indications for some of the fault status of product is given below.

VISUAL LED INDICATIONS

Audio
LED Colour Green Green Green White Red Red Orange Indication
by buzzer
LED For UPS MAINS CHARGE BACKUP LOW OVER SOLAR
MODE ON BATT LOAD
Short-circuit Glows
shutdown
Low battery
shutdown Glows
High battery Blinks
shutdown
Mains RCB Blinks Buzzer
beep
Back feed Glows Blinks Glows
Happened
Thermal Blinks Blinks Blinks Blinks Blinks
shutdown
Battery
terminal Blinks
loose /open Glows (5 sec
(Mains mode) interval)
Water
topping
reminder

****UPS operation when mains RCB Trip : MAINS ON LED blinks and BACKUP
LED glows and there will be 5 times buzzer at 5 minutes interval during 20 minutes
of operation after that system goes off.
II. UPS BACK PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
3 45 7

1
2
6
SOLAR (25VOC)

9 8
Fig (2)
1. MAINS RCB: This is connected in line with the MAINS input to UPS. This will
trip to disconnect the mains to save the product in case of short circuit at load
side or excess overload in mains mode. It is recommended to connect rated
capacity load through UPS to avoid unnecessary RCB tripping.
2. OUTPUT SOCKET: This is provided for connecting the loads that will run
through the UPS while power is not available. It is recommended to use ISI
marked plug on this socket.
3. POWER SAVER MAX/NORMAL SWITCH : This system is equipped with
a selection switch (power saver) on back panel to utilize the available solar
power as per user requirement. On Max position system will cut the grid
power and connected load will run on available excess solar power. In
NORMAL position solar power will be used to charge the battery. Maximum
power saver position is recommended to installation having lesser power cut
or in winter. Normal power saver position is recommended to the installation
having longer power cuts. By keeping power saver switch in Max position
user can select Night mode using App. This mode allows user to discharge
the battery during night time there by utilize the unit saved through solar.
4. HC & NC SELECTION SWITCH: This can be used to select the charging
current of UPS. Keep the switch in HC when using 135-230Ah battery and in
NC when using 80-120Ah battery. It is recommended to keep the switch in
NC for local & flat plate batteries.
5. TUB/FP/LOCAL SELECTION SWITCH: This is battery selection mode. If
the battery used is tubular type, select TUB (Tubular) mode. If the battery
used is flat plate type, then select FP (Flat Plate)mode. If the battery used is
any Local make, select LOCAL mode for optimum performance. This setting
is very critical and needs to be done within 30 minutes of installation. After
that the setting cannot be done without disconnecting the battery. Wrong
 setting can deteriorate the UPS backup and can even cause damage to
battery.
6. MAINS LEAD: This is used to connect input mains supply to the UPS. Ensure
earthing drop between Input ‘Neutral’ and ‘Earth’ below 1V to avoid electric
shock due to earth leakage.
7. POSITIVE BATTERY WIRE: Connect the positive battery wire (red) of UPS
to positive terminal of battery.
8. NEGATIVE BATTERY LEAD: Connect the negative battery wire (Black) of UPS
to negative terminal of Battery.
9. SOLAR + & SOLAR - : This is provided for connecting solar panel to UPS. The
panel should be with in the recommended capacity. During installation, the
polarity of panel should be correct. Connect the +ve terminal (Red wire) of panel
to SOLAR + and -ve terminal (Black wire) of panel to SOLAR - of the UPS.

25VOC,
640Wp Max

UPS INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. After unpacking the system check for all the accessories inside the packing box.
2. Never try to install DUPS of your own, get the DUPS installed by a qualified
electrician or get it installed by authorized service provider of V-Guard.
3. Connect the battery +ve wire from DUPS on Battery +ve terminal and -ve wire
on Battery -ve terminal as shown in fig 4.
 Fig 4 Fig 5

4. Switch on the front switch and check the output voltage in output socket. After
checking switch OFF the DUPS.
5. Only selected branches on D.B should be connected to DUPS output as shown in
fig 6, overloading on DUPS can cause damage to product.

Distribution
Neutral Strip
Distribution
Neutral Strip
Refrigerator

Refrigerator
Iron box

Iron box

Fig 6 Fig 7

6. After proper termination of load branches single Live wire to be connected on

UPS output socket L terminal with a 16A plug top. Refer diagram (fig 3) for L, N &
E connection of DUPS output.
7. Now connect the Mains lead of DUPS on a separate point which is not powered
by DUPS Output as shown in fig 8.
Refrigerator
Refrigerator

Iron box
Iron box

Earth Strip
Distribution
Neutral Strip

N
L

Inverter Mains Cable

Fig 8

8 Switch on the mains of DUPS and check the working of load branches got
connected through DUPS. After checking, check the charging LED on display it
should blink as per mode and battery type selection. Get the mode & battery type
selected as per need and battery type installed.
9. After doing all the settings switch OFF the mains and switch ON DUPS and check
the connected load they should be powered up in battery mode.
10. After checking all the loads reconnect the mains to complete the installation.

SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. To connect solar panel make a parallel connections of panels up to the rated
capacity.
2. Connect Solar +ve wire on Solar +ve terminal and Solar -ve on Solar -ve
terminal on cabinet back panel.
3. Check the Solar LED it should blink if solar power is available.
Recommended wire sizes for solar panel installation as follows :
Panel Wire Size
100-150W 2.5 Sq.mm

200-300W 4 Sq.mm
325 - 640W 6 Sq.mm
5. Mount the PV modules with recommended angle facing towards south.
Following are the recommended tilt angle for mounting solar panels to get
maximum energy harvest throughout the year in India.
Locations Recommended angle (Degree)
Kerala, Tamilnadu & Puducherry 10
Andhra Pradesh, Goa & Karnataka 15
Maharashtra 18
Odisha 21
Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, 24
Gujarat, West Bengal & Bihar
Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh & Delhi 27
Haryana, Uttarakhand, Punjab & 30
Himachal Pradesh
6. Recommended solar panel connections which will provide maximum efficiency
as follows.

SOLAR + SOLAR
25V VOC, 500Wp
Option 1
Fig 10
25V VOC
125Wp } X 4 parallel
 SOLAR + SOLAR
25V VOC, 640Wp
Option 2
25V VOC
160Wp } X 4 parallel

Fig 11

SOLAR + SOLAR
25V VOC, 550Wp
Option 3 Fig 12
25V VOC
110Wp } X 5 parallel
Note : It is recommended to keep minimum wiring length (not more than 30 feet)
between solar panel and UPS during installation.
Some possible load combinations for Smart Pro 1200 S is given below
POSSIBLE LOAD COMBINATIONS FOR SMART PRO 1200 S
LOAD***** A B C D
TV (LED/LCD) upto 55" 1 2 1
Tube Light 1 1 1
Fan 1 4 2
Room Cooler upto 300W /
1
Inverter Refrigerator upto 320 Litres
CFL/LED bulb upto 14W 3 8 4 2
Mixer upto 750W / Water Pump upto
1
0.75HP ******

*****This load combination should be taken as reference only, actual load

capacity may vary with different brands.
****** Subjected to material and usage conditions.
 Symptoms Possible cause Solution
Check if Battery low indication is present,
check the mains supply availability and
Battery low mains on indication at UPS. If again
Backup mode problem persists please contact V-Guard
but no output. care for further support.
Battery loose Tighten the battery connections properly.
connection
Poor battery Change your battery.
condition.
Turn off the UPS and reduce the load
Overload. connected to the system and turn on the
UPS again.
Remove all loads from the system and turn
ON the UPS to check whether the output is
Short circuit present. If output present, checkout the
related wiring for any kind of problem or
faulty equipment connected. Remove the
short circuit and run the unit.
Reduce the load connected to the system;
Mains mode press the button of MAINS RCB at the back
Overload / panel of UPS. If again the same problem
but no charging
Short circuit persist disconnect the entire load from the
and output.
system and check any problem or faulty
equipment connected in the wiring.
Press the button of the MAINS RCB at the
back panel of UPS. Switch OFF/ON the
MAINS ON LED front button to bypass mains immediately.
blinking with MAINS RCB trip. If MAINS RCB is not resetted, UPS will
buzzer sound. beep every 5 minutes to alert you for reset
of MAINS RCB. After 20 minutes (4
attempts) the UPS will shutdown to save
battery power.

Check the level of electrolyte in the battery

Switch LED Battery water and pour required quantity of battery
blinking. level low grade water. Press ON/OFF switch once to
clear the indication.
No Solar Panel connection Check panel connection for any loose
charging not proper. contact.
If none of the above mentioned solutions effective, please use App or contact
V-GUARD care (refer back page) in order to register your complaint.
 WARRANTY
Every V-GUARD SOLAR HYBRID UPS is inspected and tested
thoroughly before leaving our premises. We undertake to repair this
UPS free of cost for a period of 24 months from the date of
purchase provided that the product is returned with the original
purchase bill. However, the warranty does not cover damage caused
to the cabinet or any trouble arising from misuse of the UPS or
repair effected by unauthorized persons. V-GUARD shall not be
responsible for the repairs of any damages or physical loss caused to
the equipments and accessories by any accident, unauthorized or
improper handling, natural calamities or act of GOD. Further, the
warranty covers repair done solely by our own service personnel.
Bringing the product to V-GUARD service centre or delivery to
authorised dealer for its service is the responsibility of the owner.
Warranty is void if the seal of warranty is broken. The warranty
obligation does not also cover charges, if any, incurred on account of
service rendered which are outside the ambit of warranty.

CAUTION : Opening V-GUARD UPS may disturb calibration. Only

experienced V-GUARD engineer can re-calibrate the unit using
sophisticated test equipments.

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