Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto HTS5000 del fabbricante Monster Cable
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® Home Theatre Reference P owerCenter ™ HTS 5000 Owner’ s Manual.
i T ABLE OF CONTENTS P age Important Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii Proper Grounding and Installation T ips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPOR T ANT SAFETY PRECA UTIONS Please read and observe the following safety points at all times . W ARNING – P ower Sources Do not plug your Monster P owerCenter into a power outlet that differs from the source indicated for safe use on the Monster P owerCenter .
W ARNING – Liquid: T o Avoid Electrical Shocks Do not operate your Monster P owerCenter if liquid of any kind is spilled onto or inside the unit. Do not operate your Monster P owerCenter near rain or w ater that’ s spilled or openly exposed (e.g., bathtub , kitchen or bathroom sink).
W ARNING – Storm Precautions In the event of a lightning storm, immediately disconnect your Monster PowerCenter from its power source . After you’ve done this, it’ s not necessary to disconnect any components that are connected to your Monster P owerCenter .
PROPER GROUNDING AND INST ALLA TION TIPS CA UTION – Proper Grounding Monster P owerCenters require a properly grounded 3-wire outlet for safety and to protect connected equipment.
INTRODUCTION Thank Y ou T hank you for purchasing Monster Power’ s Home T heatre Reference P owerCenter ™ HTS 5000. T he PowerCenter reflects Monster’ s commitment to creating performance-enhancing solutions for home theater systems , so you will enjoy superior picture and sound quality .
2 MONSTER’S P A TENTED CLEAN POWER ST AGES Each P owerCenter has its own Clean Power stage . Clean Power performs two tasks vital to high performance audio , video and digital reproduction: filtration and isolation.
THE DESIGN MINDS BEHIND THE MONSTER POWERCENTER Richard Marsh – T here are few experts able to solve the complex problems of AC power . Richard Marsh is one of the illustrious few . He has designed best selling power conditioning components costing more than $3,000 and now brings his expertise to Monster P ower .
Noel Lee – Noel Lee is best known for popularizing the concept of high performance audio cable over 20 years ago with his creation of Monster Cable . Originally a laser -fusion design engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and later a touring musician, Noel has invented or co-invented over 125 U .
CONTENT CHECKLIST Before Y ou Begin Before you do anything, make sure you have everything you need to enjoy the high performance of your Monster P owerCenter . Y ou’ll need the following items to get started: 1) T his owner’ s manual. 2) Y our favorite pen or a computer with an Internet browser (for registering your warr anty information).
PHONE OUT 1 IN OUT 2 6 HOOKUP GUIDE STEP 1 DBS/DVD/Phone Line Hookup NOTE: T he PowerCenter is intended for hookup of a single phone line only . A second line will NO T be connected through the phone line surge protector . Y ou can use this feature as a phone splitter , however .
STEP 2 Outlet Programming NOTE: All P owerCenter outlets located on the rear panel are “progr ammable” . In order to program each outlet pair , you must use the recessed slide switches (fig.
A) Outlet P air Always On (Unswitched): F or components (including your VCR, TV , etc.) that need to retain memory , set left slide switch to UNSWITCHED and the right slide switch to either DELA Y or NO DELA Y (fig. 2a). B) Outlet P air Switched On: Set the left slide switch to SWITCHED and the right slide switch to NO DELA Y .
9 STEP 3 Remote AC Control Hookups NOTE: T his feature allows you to turn on/off your PowerCenter via your A/V receiver or preamplifier . Y ou can’t turn off the P owerCenter using the front panel OFF button when the unit is operating in the REMO TE mode .
STEP 4 Remote DC Control Hookups NOTE: T his feature allows you to turn on/off your PowerCenter via your Home Automated Control System. A component you don’t want powered constantly (such as your pr.
11 STEP 5 Coaxial Outlet Hookup NOTE: Y ou will need additional coaxial cables to connect the P owerCenter to your components with coaxial/RF connections .
STEP 6 High Current Audio AC Outlet Hookup Isolated Clean P ower ™ Stage 4 Ultra-High Audio Current Filter: Optimized for maximum noise rejection, while providing maximum current to high current audio components . NOTE: T hese outlets are designed to deliver maximum current to power hungry components such as power amplifiers and receivers .
13 STEP 7 Analog Audio A C Outlet Hookup Isolated Clean P ower Stage 4 Analog Audio Filter: Optimized to provide maximum noise rejection for sensitive analog audio components . NOTE: Because certain components don’t need to , or shouldn’t be turned on continuously , you should progr am these outlets to be “switched on” (see page 7, fig.
STEP 8 Video AC Outlet Hookup Isolated Clean P ower Stage 4 Video Filter: Optimized to reduce noise gener ated by video equipment. Isolates video components from connected digital, analog audio and video components for maximum rejection of interference .
STEP 9 Digital AC Outlet Hookup Isolated Clean P ower Stage 4 Digital Filter: Optimized to reduce noise gener ated by digital equipment. Isolates digital components from connected digital, analog audio and video components for maximum rejection of interference .
GROUND IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT CABLE TV SA TELLITE ANTENNA PHONE OUT 1 IN OUT 2 BREAKER 15A PRESS TO RESET 1800W MAX TOTAL 2 1 3 4 5 DC IN 9~12V 300MA REMOTE AC IN 110V REMOTE NORMAL DC OUT 9~12V 300MA N.
STEP 10 Rack Mounting Y our P owerCenter A) Remove your P owerCenter trim covers using a 3/32 Allen key (not included). T urn each Allen screw counter -clockwise until the screw is completely removed. B) Align one rack ear over the three 3/32 holes on the left side of the P owerCenter .
18 GROUNDING Y OUR CABLE TV , SA TELLITE DISH, AND ANTENNA CONNECTIONS IMPORT ANT NOTE: Proper grounding can be accomplished by using a special grounding block attached to a cold water pipe or copper ground rod driven into the ground. Consult with a qualified electrician to verify your outdoor connections are grounded properly .
19 HTS 5000 FEA TURES PLEASE TURN TO P AGE 20 FOR DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT FEA TURES SWITCHED ON SURGE PROTECTED CLEAN POWER UNSWITCHED ON TIMED ON OUT 1 OUT 2 PROTECTION ON OUTLETS PHONE IN USE WIRING .
20 HTS 5000 FEA TURES NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON P AGES 19 INDEX DRAWINGS 1. Wiring Reversed LED: Indicates that polarity is reversed on AC lines . If the LED is on, unplug the HTS 5000 and consult an electrician. 2. Ground OK LED: Indicates PowerCenter is plugged into a properly grounded 120V AC power outlet.
21 NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON P AGES 19 11. Meter Illumination Button: Adjusts amount of light to the volt meter . 12. Off Button: Press to shut down outlets programmed as “switched on” or “switched on after delay” .
22 NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON P AGES 19 16. High Current Audio Filter: F or high current audio components such as power amplifiers and receivers , special filter circuit to reduce noise from the AC power line that would degr ade the audio performance and to optimize high current demand.
NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON P AGES 19 23. 1/8 inch Mini-Plug Jack Output for Remote DC hookup: Enables remote control of an external device. 24. Normal/Remote Switch: Allows the PowerCenter to oper ate in Normal or Remote mode.
24 TROUBLESHOO TING PROBLEM – The PowerCenter is not r eceiving power . P ossible Cause #1 T he PowerCenter is not turned on. P ossible Solutions • Press the ON button on the PowerCenter . • Make sure the PowerCenter’ s AC power plug is plugged into a properly grounded 120V wall outlet.
25 TROUBLESHOO TING (continued) P ossible Cause #3 T he PowerCenter’ s power cord is plugged into an outlet on the back of one of your components and the component is not turned On. P ossible Solution • T urn on the component. NOTE: For the best possible performance, plug the PowerCenter into a wall outlet, not an outlet on another component.
26 TROUBLESHOO TING (continued) P ossible Cause #2 P owerCenter is plugged into a switched outlet on a component which is not turned on. T he P owerCenter will not receive power and therefore will not provide power to the components plugged into the P owerCenter’ s outlets.
TROUBLESHOO TING (continued) PROBLEM – The ” UNSWITCHED ON “ LED is off . P ossible Cause T he PowerCenter is not plugged into a properly grounded AC outlet. P ossible Solution • Plug the PowerCenter into a properly grounded 120V outlet. PROBLEM – The ” SWITCHED ON “ LED is off .
TROUBLESHOO TING (continued) P ossible Cause #2 Y ou are using the Remote DC Control feature (see page 10) and haven’t plugged a 1/8” mini-plug cable into either the P owerCenter’ s corresponding outlet or the component you wish to activate the Remote DC Control feature .
P ossible Cause #2 Y ou are using the Remote DC Control feature (see page 10) and haven’t plugged a 1/8” mini-plug cable into either the P owerCenter’ s corresponding outlet or the component you wish to activate the Remote DC Control feature .
FREQUENTL Y ASKED QUESTIONS Q . What is the importance of component-to-component filtering? A. With the Monster P owerCenter , AC power must first go through a segment of noise filters , which isolates your equipment from noise on the AC power line . Most manufacturers’ battle against line noise stops there.
FREQUENTL Y ASKED QUESTIONS Q . Will it harm a component to plug it into an outlet that it ’ s not designated to power , like a high power amplifier into an outlet marked for TV? A. No . However , you may not realize the full performance potential of the component.
32 APPENDIX A Glossary of P ower -Related T erms Audio Noise: In the audio-frequency r ange , any electrical disturbance introduced from a source extraneous to the signal.
33 Filter: A selective network of resistors , inductors , or capacitors which offers comparatively little opposition to certain frequencies , while blocking or attenuating other frequencies . Ground: A point in an electrical system that has zero voltage .
34 Spike: An abrupt tr ansient which comprises part of a pulse , but exceeds its average amplitude consider ably. Surge: A large , sudden change of voltage or current, usually caused by the collapse of a magnetic field or by a shortened or opened circuit element.
35 APPENDIX B W arranty Information Monster Cable Products , Inc. warrants that this product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for 5 years from the date of purchase from an Authorized Monster P ower Dealer . T his warranty extends only to the original purchaser and is nontr ansferable .
36 GENERAL PROVISIONS As T o Each W arr anty: Any technical or other advice offered before or after delivery with respect to the use and application of the product is furnished without charge and subj.
37 CONNECTED EQUIPMENT CLAIM How T o Make A Claim In the event damage has occurred to equipment which is properly connected to a Monster P ower product as a result of an abnormally high voltage spik e, you must follow these instructions . 1. Call 877/800-8989.
38 7. If it is determined that the damage was caused by the Monster P ower product, Monster Cable Products, Inc., at its discretion, will direct you to: A. Obtain a repair estimate at a service center authorized by the manufacturer of the connected equipment; or , B.
39 APPENDIX C How to Contact Us Write to us at: Monster P ower 455 V alley Drive Brisbane , CA 94005 Visit us on the web at: monstercable .com Call us toll-free at: 877/800-8989.
Register Y our Product For W arranty Coverage Please either complete and return this questionnaire by mail, or go to monstercable .com/warranty to register online Name (please print) _________________.
5. W as this Monster PowerCenter a gift? o Ye s o No 6. What was the purchase price of this unit? __________________ 7. How would you describe your experience when purchasing this product? o T he sale.
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® A division of The Monster Group ™ 455 V alley Drive • Brisbane • CA 94005 Visit us on the web at: monstercable.com The Monster P ower Home T heatre Reference PowerCenter ™ HTS 5000 is protected under U .S. P at. No. 5,589,718. Other Patents P ending.
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