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Monster Power HTS3000 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter ™ HTS3000 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following information applies to all Monster Power HTS800, AV700, HT700, and HTS700; PowerProtect 1000, 2000, 3000 and 5000. Please read and observe the following safety points at all times. WARNING–Power Sources Do not plug any Monster Power component into a power outlet that differs in voltage from the source indicated for safe use on the Monster Power component and/or power supply.
  • Page 3 C. If you use rooftop devices such as satellite dishes, antennas, or any other wire that connects to your PowerCenter, be sure they are properly grounded. Use grounding techniques specified in the National Electrical Code (NEC). This protects against voltage surges and static charges. Do not place any antenna component near overhead power lines, or any other power circuit.
  • Page 4 WARNING–Power Cord Safety A. When routing your Monster Power or Entech component’s power cord, do not place it near heavy foot traffic areas (e.g., hallways, doorways, and kitchen floors). Do not create a trip hazard with the power cord. B. If your power cord's protective jacket begins to rip or fray, exposing the internal wiring, shielding, etc., disconnect it from the power source and discontinue use of the Monster Power or Entech component immediately.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    HTS3000 Features........

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The result, of course, is high quality picture and sound that’s free from performance-damaging interference. Another Monster Power breakthrough is the HTS3000’s ultra-low loss RF circuitry. While other “line conditioners“ feature coaxial outlets for convenience, their insertion loss can be quite high–up to 27dB. The PowerCenter features an incredibly small insertion loss, making it ideal for all digital coaxial connections like DSS.
  • Page 7 CD transport, low-noise preamplifiers, power amplifiers and specialized products for the recording and motion picture industries. Today, Demian is Director of Engineering at Monster Cable and also the Director of Engineering at the new Entertainment Technologies (Entech).
  • Page 8 Noel Lee–Noel Lee is best known for popularizing the concept of high performance audio cable 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 today has invented or co-invented over 125 U.S. and international patents and drives the explosive growth of The Monster Group into more than 80 countries worldwide.

  • Page 9: Content Check List

    1) This owner’s manual. 2) Your favorite pen or computer with internet browser (for registering your warranty information). 3) One Monster Power Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter (HTS3000). 4) 1 sheet of Monster Power audio/video ID labels (included) 5) 2 extra 5-amp slow blow fuses (included) 6) 1 remote turn-on cable (included) 7) 1 pair of rack ”ears“...
  • Page 10 Designed in U.S.A. Manufactured in Taiwan CD PLAYER HTS 3000 MONSTER MONSTER MONSTER MONSTER PO SWITCHED OUTLETS Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS3000 NORMAL CABLE TV REMOTE AC IN 110V 0.3A SWITCHED TIMED SATELLITE ANTENNA DC IN 9~12V 300MA OUT 1...

  • Page 11: Hts3000 Features

    (Note: numbers refer to drawings on page 6) 1. System Grounded: When this LED is On, the PowerCenter is plugged into a properly grounded 120V AC power outlet. If this LED is Off, unplug the PowerCenter immediately. Monster Cable is not responsible ®...
  • Page 12 (Note: numbers refer to drawings on page 6) 9. Optional Rack “Ears”: Two “ears” are included with the HTS3000 for rack mounting. See page 21 for mounting instructions. 10. 5A Slow Blow Digital Filter Fuse: Protects the PowerCenter’s digital filter section from power overload.
  • Page 13 15. Low Noise Audio Filter (Switched Outlets): These outlets are designed with a special filter circuit that reduces audible noise in your audio components. Make sure to match the appropriate Identification Sticker to each component’s power cord. NOTE: It does not harm video components or digital components to be connected to the audio filter section. For the best possible performance, we recommend connecting only audio components here.
  • Page 14 20. Normal/Remote AC Switch: Allows your HTS3000 to operate in Normal mode (switched outlets receive power when front panel button is pressed) or Remote mode (switched outlets receive power when second component connected via the remote AC hookup cable is turned on).

  • Page 15: Please Read

    Please Read This Page Before Installing THE MONSTER POWERCENTER ™ CAUTION Proper Power and Protection To completely deliver clean power and protect your equipment against electrical surges, every cable into or out of your equipment must be connected to the appropriate connection on a Monster PowerCenter. This includes AC power cables from all the components in your system, coaxial cables from cable TV antennas and dishes, and telephone cables from pay-per-view systems.
  • Page 16 PowerCenter unit. Fuse Installation Before you connect the HTS3000 to a power source or connect any components to it, make sure a 5A slow blow fuse (provided) is installed in the digital filter fuse receptacle (see page 26 for instructions).
  • Page 17 Step 1 Pay-Per-View/Phone Line Hookup Please note that HTS 3000 is not intended for hookup of any phone which carries two separate phone lines on a single 4-pin jack. A) Connect a phone cable from the wall phone outlet, and plug it into the HTS 3000 ”Phone In“ jack. B) Connect a phone cable from one of the ”Phone Out jacks“(out 1 or out 2), and plug it into the Pay-Per-View input on your DSS Satellite receiver or DIVX/DVD player.
  • Page 18 A) For remote activation of switched outlets, place Normal/Remote switch in ”Remote“ position. B) Plug in a Remote DC control cable with 1/8 inch miniplug (not supplied) to the HTS3000 jack labeled ”DC IN 9-12v 300 MA.“ C) Plug in the other end of the Remote DC control cord to the corresponding central audio video control system controller output.
  • Page 19 Step 4 Coaxial Input/Output Hookup Please note: You will need additional coaxial cables to connect the HTS3000 to your components. See illustration on next page which shows a proper grounding schematic. Protect Cable TV, Satellite and Antenna Connections as Follows:...
  • Page 20 Grounding Your Cable TV, Satellite Dish and Antenna Connections GROUNDING BLOCK ON COLD WATER PIPE OR GROUNDING ROD COAX SECTION OF HTS 3000 GROUNDING BLOCK ON COLD WATER PIPE OR GROUNDING ROD GROUNDING BLOCK ON COLD WATER PIPE OR GROUNDING ROD IMPORTANT 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.
  • Page 21 They should not exceed 1800 watts. NOTE: The maximum wattage rating of the entire HTS3000 is 1800 watts, therefore, you cannot ”use up” all 1800 watts in this filter section and still connect additional additional components to the other filter sections which would exceed the HTS3000 maximum wattage rating.
  • Page 22 Step 6 Low Noise and Audio Outlet (Switched) Hookup IMPORTANT NOTE: The component-to-component noise filter featured in this group of outlets is designed to deliver optimum performance within a power rating of no more than 1200 watts (10 amps max continuous). The filter's performance will be degraded if the optimum peak power capacity is exceeded.
  • Page 23 They should not exceed 1800 watts. NOTE: The maximum wattage rating of the entire HTS3000 is 1800 watts, therefore, you cannot ”use up” all 1800 watts in this filter section and still connect additional additional components to the other filter sections, which would exceed the HTS3000 maximum wattage rating.
  • Page 24 Step 8 Digital Outlet (Unswitched) Hookup IMPORTANT NOTE: The digital noise filter featured in this group of outlets is designed to deliver optimum performance within a power rating of no more than 600 watts (5 amps max continuous). The filter's per- formance will be degraded if the optimum peak power capacity exceeded.
  • Page 25 Using the 3/32 Allen key, turn the two Allen screws provided clockwise until tight. C) Repeat Step A for installation of rack ear on the right side of PowerCenter. D) Align the HTS3000 on your equipment rack so that the slots in the “ears” line up with the holes in the rack walls.

  • Page 26: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions Q. So, my PowerCenter has an illuminated meter that monitors changes in incoming voltage. Why is that important? A. The voltage meter is essentially a diagnostic tool. It measures between 100 -130 volts because that’s the range that incoming voltage occurs that’s relevant to equipment performance.
  • Page 27 Q. What is the importance of component-to-component filtering? A. With the Monster PowerCenter, AC power must first go through a segment of noise filters which isolates your equipment from noise on the AC power line. Most manufacturer’s battle against line noise stops there. The next crucial step of noise filtering must occur between components.
  • Page 28 1800 watt rating of the HTS3000 is not exceeded. Q. Can you give some examples of what would happen if high current components are plugged into low current outlets? A.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    PROBLEM–The PowerCenter is not receiving power. Possible Cause #1 The PowerCenter is not turned On. Possible Solutions • Turn the PowerCenter Switch On. • Make sure the PowerCenter’s AC power plug is plugged into a 120V wall outlet that is properly grounded. •...
  • Page 30 Possible Cause #3 The PowerCenter Slow Blow 5A digital filter fuse is not installed. Possible Solutions • If you lose or run out of the replacement fuses provided with the PowerCenter, go to your local electronics store and buy a Slow Blow 5A 5X20mm fuse. •...
  • Page 31 PROBLEM–Component is not receiving power. Possible Cause #1 The component is plugged into a Switched outlet and the PowerCenter has not been turned On. Possible Solutions • Turn the PowerCenter On. • Or, plug the component into an Unswitched outlet. Possible Cause #2 •...
  • Page 32 PROBLEM–Loud ”thump“ noise occurs from your speakers when you turn the PowerCenter On or Off. Possible Cause Your amplifier is plugged into a Switched outlet that is not Time Delayed. Possible Solution • Plug your amplifier into a Switched (Timed) Delayed outlet. (See description on bottom of page 24 for more information.
  • Page 33 PROBLEM–You can’t turn on the PowerCenter via the Remote DC control. Possible Cause The custom audio video control center your PowerCenter is connected to (via remote DC cable) does not have power. Possible Solution • Turn On your Custom Installation component. PROBLEM–Unswitched LED on front panel is Off Possible Solution •...
  • Page 34 Possible Cause #3 The component you wish to use to activate the Remote Turn-On isn’t plugged into a properly grounded 120V outlet. Possible Solution • Plug the component you wish to use to activate the Remote Turn-On into a properly grounded 120V outlet. –...
  • Page 35 APPENDIX A Glossary of Power-Related Terms Audio Noise: In the audio-frequency range, any electrical disturbance introduced from a source extraneous to the signal. Alternating Current (AC): A flow of electricity which reaches peak amplitude in one direction, decreases to zero, then reverses itself and reaches a peak amplitude in the opposite direction.
  • Page 36 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. Usually, the chassis of an electrical component is at ground potential and thus serves as the return path for signals, as well as for power circuits.
  • Page 37 Surge Protector: A device which protects component circuitry from high alternating voltage peaks or transients. PowerCenter Switched Outlet: These outlets are designed for high current audio components such as amplifiers. The components plugged into these outlets will not receive AC power unless the PowerCenter is turned on either manually or by remote control.
  • Page 38 How to Contact Us Write to us at: Monster Power C/O Monster Cable Products, Inc. 455 Valley Drive Brisbane, CA 94005 E-mail us at: monsterpower@monstercable.com Visit us on the web at: www.monstercable.com APPENDIX B...

  • Page 39: C. Warranty Information

    This warranty does not extend to any Monster Cable Products, Inc. product that has been or rendered defective (a) as a result of accident, misuse or abuse: (b) by the use of parts not manufactured or sold by Monster Cable Products, Inc.;...
  • Page 40 THE ABOVE ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL MONSTER CABLE PRODUCTS, INC. BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES.
  • Page 41 Connected Equipment Claim How To Make A Claim In the event damage has occurred to equipment which is properly connected to a Monster Power product as a result of an abnormally high voltage spike, you must follow these instructions. 1. Call 877/800-8989. 2.
  • Page 42 7. If it is determined that the damage was caused by the Monster Power product, Monster 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.
  • Page 43 Visit us on the web at: www.monstercable.com © Monster Cable 1998 All Rights Reserved ”Monster Cable“ ”Monster Power“ ”Clean Power“ and ”PowerCenter“ are registered and unregistered trademarks of Monster Cable Products, Inc. The HTS3000 is protected under U.S. Pat. No. 5,589,718. Other Patents Pending.

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