CyberPower CP1000PFCLCD 1000VA PFC Sinewave UPS with LCD Display
The CyberPower CP1000PFCLCD delivers 1000 VA / 600 W of line interactive battery backup with pure sine wave output, designed for active PFC power supplies found in modern servers, NVRs, network switches, and workstations. The mini-tower form factor fits under desks or in equipment racks, while the multifunction color LCD panel provides real-time monitoring of load capacity, battery status, input/output voltage, and estimated runtime. Ten NEMA 5-15R outlets split into five battery-backed surge-protected ports and five surge-only ports, letting you prioritize critical equipment during outages while maintaining protection for peripherals.
Key Features
- Pure sine wave output ensures compatibility with active PFC power supplies in servers, enterprise NVRs, PoE switches, and sensitive electronics
- 1000 VA / 600 W capacity supports typical surveillance NVR + 8-16 port PoE switch + network modem installations
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) corrects voltage sags and surges without draining battery, extending runtime during brownouts
- Multifunction color LCD displays load percentage, battery charge, input/output voltage, runtime estimate, and fault conditions in real time
- USB Type-A and Type-C charge ports keep mobile devices and tablets powered without consuming UPS outlets
- RJ45 network protection safeguards PoE switches and IP cameras from lightning-induced surges on Ethernet lines
- GreenPower UPS Bypass Design reduces energy consumption by routing AC power directly to connected equipment when battery backup is not needed
- USB HID and serial interfaces enable automated shutdown of NVRs, servers, and NAS devices via PowerPanel software
Line interactive topology with AVR provides superior voltage regulation compared to standby UPS designs common at this price point. When input voltage drifts outside the 88-144 VAC tolerance window, the buck-boost transformer automatically corrects sags down to 88V or surges up to 144V without switching to battery. This extends battery lifespan in environments with frequent brownouts or voltage instability—common in commercial buildings with heavy HVAC loads or older electrical infrastructure. Only when voltage falls below 88V or exceeds 144V does the unit transfer to battery, triggering an audible alarm and switching to inverter mode within 4 milliseconds. The pure sine wave inverter output maintains 120 VAC ± 5% with <3% total harmonic distortion, meeting the clean power requirements of active PFC supplies that reject modified sine wave or stepped approximation waveforms.
Typical surveillance deployments pair this UPS with an 8-16 channel NVR drawing 40-80W, an 8-port PoE+ switch supporting 4-6 cameras at 120-180W total PoE load, and a cable modem or fiber ONT at 10-15W. Combined system draw of 170-275W falls well within the 600W capacity, providing 4-8 minutes of runtime during utility outages—sufficient to ride through momentary grid interruptions or allow graceful NVR shutdown via the USB management interface. The PowerPanel software (Windows, macOS, Linux) monitors UPS status over USB, logs power events, and executes configurable shutdown scripts when remaining runtime drops below a threshold. The serial dry contact relay interface supports legacy equipment or building management systems that lack USB connectivity, providing normally-open or normally-closed relay closure on AC failure, low battery, or overload conditions.
The 10-outlet configuration divides into two protection zones: five battery-backed surge-protected outlets on the rear panel for always-on equipment (NVR, network switch, modem, PoE injector, access control panel) and five surge-only outlets for non-critical peripherals (monitors, printers, desktop phones, USB hubs). Surge-only outlets provide 1020 Joules of protection and EMI/RFI filtering but do not draw from battery during outages, preserving runtime for essential loads. The single RJ45 input/output pair protects one Ethernet link—typically the uplink from a PoE switch to the router or the connection from a modem to a firewall. Integrators installing outdoor cameras on long cable runs should note that the RJ45 protection is rated for data lines up to 100 Mbps and may attenuate Gigabit Ethernet or PoE++ signals; in those cases, place the UPS upstream of the PoE switch rather than inline with the camera uplink.
The multifunction color LCD eliminates guesswork during installation and commissioning. Real-time load percentage helps right-size UPS capacity—if the display shows consistent 80-95% load, the installation is undersized and requires a higher-capacity model like the CP1500PFCLCD. Input and output voltage readings confirm AVR operation: when input voltage sags to 100-110V but output holds steady at 120V, the buck transformer is compensating without battery drain. Battery charge percentage and estimated runtime update dynamically as load changes, letting you verify that adding or removing equipment stays within acceptable runtime targets. Fault codes flag overload conditions (red), battery replacement needs (amber), and wiring errors (reversed polarity or missing ground). The backlit display remains visible in dark equipment closets or under-desk installations without requiring a flashlight.
The sealed lead-acid battery ships pre-installed and user-replaceable without tools or shutdown. CyberPower publishes a 3-5 year expected battery lifespan under typical office conditions (68-77°F ambient, 20-40% average load, fewer than 10 discharge cycles per year). Integrators should budget for replacement every 3-4 years in always-on commercial environments or high-temperature locations (server rooms, mechanical spaces). Replacement battery part number RB1270X2C is available through distribution or directly from CyberPower. The unit continues to provide surge protection and AVR even with a depleted or disconnected battery, though runtime drops to zero. Battery self-test runs automatically every two weeks and can be triggered manually via the LCD menu or PowerPanel software; failure triggers a persistent audible alarm and LCD warning until the battery is replaced.
GreenPower UPS Bypass Design is CyberPower's implementation of high-efficiency mode, routing utility AC directly to outlets when battery backup is not active rather than continuously running power through the inverter. This reduces heat generation, lowers idle power draw from 35W to under 10W, and qualifies the unit for ENERGY STAR certification. The bypass relay engages when input voltage is stable within 108-132 VAC and no fault conditions exist; the AVR buck-boost transformer and battery charger remain active, but the inverter shuts down. During outages or voltage excursions, the relay disengages and the inverter takes over within 4ms—fast enough that connected equipment experiences no interruption. Integrators concerned about the 4ms transfer time for sensitive medical or industrial equipment should consider online double-conversion UPS topology, which provides zero transfer time at the cost of lower efficiency and higher heat output.
ENERGY STAR certified, UL1778 listed, cUL 107.3 recognized, FCC DOC Class B compliant for commercial EMI limits, and RoHS compliant for lead-free construction (excluding the lead-acid battery, which is exempt and recyclable). The 3-year warranty covers the UPS electronics and battery; connected equipment protection policy provides up to $500,000 coverage for properly connected devices damaged by surges or spikes while the UPS is operational. This model is purpose-built for active PFC loads and offers measurably better compatibility with modern switching power supplies than modified sine wave or simulated sine wave UPS designs that can cause equipment shutdowns, reduced efficiency, or audible transformer hum in PFC-equipped devices.
