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  • Page 1 Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter ™ HTS3500 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Design Minds of Monster Power........
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read and observe the following safety points at all times. WARNING – Power Sources Do not plug this Monster PowerCenter into a power outlet that differs from the source indicated for safe use on the Monster PowerCenter. If you don’t know the type of electrical power that is supplied to your home, please consult your local power company.
  • Page 4 WARNING – Proper Cleaning In general, the only cleaning necessary for your Monster PowerCenter is a light dusting. Unplug your component from the wall before cleaning it. Do not use any type of liquid or aerosol cleaners. Lightly moisten a cloth with water to clean the outside of your Monster PowerCenter. WARNING –...
  • Page 5 CAUTION – Exposure To Heat Do not expose your Monster PowerCenter to direct sunlight or place it near wall heaters, space heaters, or any enclosed space prone to temperature increase (e.g., car trunk). WARNING – Storm Precautions In the event of a lightning storm, immediately disconnect your Monster PowerCenter from its power source.
  • Page 6 (no ground or reverse polarity), the Green "System Grounded" light on the front panel of the Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS3500 will not light up. In this event, call an electrician ™ to fix the problem in your home’s wiring.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT NOTE Proper Power and Protection To completely deliver clean power and protect your equipment against electrical surges, every wire into or out of your equipment must be connected to an appropriate Monster PowerCenter. IMPORTANT NOTE Proper Protection and the Limited Connected Equipment Warranty The $100,000 Limited Connected Equipment warranty becomes invalid if any wire (phone, coax, or AC), or audio or video interconnect leading into the equipment comes from a component that is not properly protected by the Monster PowerCenter.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    The result is high quality picture and sound that’s free from performance-damaging interference. Another Monster Power breakthrough is the PowerCenter’s ultra-low loss RF circuitry. While other "line conditioners" feature coaxial outlets for convenience, their insertion loss can be up to 30dB. The PowerCenter’s incredibly small insertion loss makes it ideal for all digital coaxial connections like DSS.
  • Page 9 Richard Marsh – There 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 Power. Richard developed Monster’s exclusive Clean Power circuitry.
  • Page 10 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. Monster Power is his realization of a long-nurtured vision of making affordable power accessories...

  • Page 11: Content Check List

    Monster PowerCenter. You’ll need the following items to get started: 1) This owner’s manual. 2) Your favorite pen or a computer with internet browser (for registering your warranty information). 3) One Monster Power Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS3500. 4) 1 sheet of Monster Power Audio/Video ID labels.

  • Page 12: Hookup Guide

    FOR STANDARD TELEPHONE LINE PROTECTION (NOT A PAY-PER-VIEW COMPONENT) C) Connect a phone cable from the telephone wall jack to the HTS3500 "Phone In" jack. Connect a second phone cable from one of the HTS3500 "Phone Out" jacks to the telephone.
  • Page 13 This feature allows you to turn your PowerCenter On via the remote control that operates your A/V receiver or preamp. A) Plug in the Remote AC control cord’s female end into back of your HTS3500. B) Plug in the Remote AC control cord’s 2-prong male end into the A/V receiver’s Switched AC power outlet.
  • Page 14 REMOTE DC CONTROL HOOKUP STEP 3 Remote DC Control Hookup This feature allows you to connect your PowerCenter to your Home Automated Control System conveniently. So, a component you don’t want powered constantly (like your projector or surround amplifiers) can be plugged into one of your PowerCenter’s "Switched" outlets and be remotely activated when needed.
  • Page 15 STEP 4 Coaxial input/output hookup You will need additional coaxial cables to connect the HTS3500 to your components. See illustration on page 14 which shows a proper grounding schematic. Grounding Your Cable TV, Satellite Dish and Antenna Connect NORMAL DIGITAL...
  • Page 16 ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate ® color-coded PowerCenter outlet. B) MAIN AMP: Plug the power cord of any separate amplifier (not integrated receiver) into the HTS3500’s corresponding Main Amp outlet. C) SURROUND AMP: Plug your dedicated Surround Amp power cord into the corresponding Surround Amp outlet.
  • Page 17 ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate ® color-coded PowerCenter outlet. B) PREAMP: Plug the preamp’s power cord into the HTS3500’s corresponding PREAMP outlet. C) TAPE: Plug your tape deck’s power cord into the corresponding TAPE outlet. OUT 1...
  • Page 18 ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate ® color-coded PowerCenter outlet. B) A/V RECEIVER: Plug the A/V receiver’s power cord into the HTS3500’s corresponding A/V RECEIVER outlet. C) TELEVISION: Plug your TV’s power cord into the corresponding TV outlet.
  • Page 19 ® color-coded PowerCenter outlet. B) CABLE/SAT: If you have a Cable TV box, plug its power cord into the HTS3500’s corresponding CABLE/SAT outlet. If you are using a Satellite Receiver, plug its power cord into the corresponding CABLE/SAT outlet. C) CD: Plug your CD player’s power cord into the corresponding CD outlet.
  • Page 20 C) Align the remaining two holes on the left side of the PowerCenter with the two holes on the left side of your rack. Using a Phillips screwdriver, turn the two Phillips screws (provided) clockwise until tight. D) Repeat Steps B and C for installation of the rack ear on the right side of PowerCenter. HTS3500 Rack ”Ear” MONSTER MONSTER...
  • Page 21 BREAKER 15A 1800W in Taiwan PRESS TO RESET MAX TOTAL TOTAL 1500W MAX. UNSWITCHED HTS 1000 HTS3500 125V AC 15A 1875W Max. GROUNDING BLOCK ON COLD WATER PIPE OR GROUNDING ROD ANTENNA CATV COAX SECTION OF COAX SECTION OF HTS 2500...
  • Page 22 HTS3500 MONSTER MONSTER MONSTER MONSTER PROTECTION ON OUTLETS MONSTER MONSTER MONSTER MONSTER PO SWITCHED OUTLETS Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS3500 OUT 1 NORMAL CABLE TV OUT 2 REMOTE PHONE AC IN 110V 0.3A UNSWITCHED UNSWITCHED UNSWITCHED SWITCHED TIMED SATELLITE GROUND...
  • Page 23 4. Power Protected: When this LED is On, Monster Power Surge Protection Circuitry is functioning properly. If this LED is off, Monster Power Surge Protection Circuitry has malfunctioned. If the light is off, unplug the PowerCenter immediately. See warranty information for details on how to return damaged equipment to Monster Cable (page 33).
  • Page 24 (NOTE: NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGE 15) 8. Antenna Coaxial Input/Output: The input connects the coaxial cable from your TV antenna. The output connects the coaxial cable to the input of your TV or VCR (or signal splitter). 9. Satellite Coaxial Input/Output: The input connects the coaxial cable from your Satellite dish. The output connects the coaxial cable to your satellite receiver input.
  • Page 25 13. Low Noise Audio Filter (Switched Outlets): These outlets have a special filter circuit that reduces audible noise in your audio components. Match the appropriate Identification Sticker to each component’s power cord. IMPORTANT NOTE It does not harm video components or digital components to be connected to the audio filter section.
  • Page 26 21. Monster Power Color-Coded Audio/Video ID labels: For easy identification of your components and where they’re connected. 22. Normal/Remote AC Switch: Allows HTS3500 to operate in normal or remote turn-on mode. 23. Rack “Ears”: Two “ears” are included with the HTS3500 for rackmounting.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    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 properly grounded 120V wall outlet.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Possible Cause #3 The PowerCenter cord is plugged into an outlet on the back of one of your components and the component is not turned On. Possible Solutions • Turn the component power On. NOTE: For the best possible performance, plug the PowerCenter into a wall unit, not another component.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Possible Cause #2 PowerCenter is plugged into a Switched outlet, but power on the component is not On. In some instances, a component plugged into a switched outlet won’t receive power when the PowerCenter is turned On unless the component power is also switched On.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) PROBLEM – The Switched LED is Off. Possible Cause #1 You are using the Switched Outlet Remote Turn-On feature and haven’t plugged the two-prong cord into the component you wish to use to activate the Remote Turn-On. Possible Solution •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) PROBLEM – Timed LED on front panel is Off. Possible Cause #1 You are using the Timed Outlet Remote Turn-On feature (Same as Switched) and haven’t plugged the two-prong cord into the component you wish to use to activate the Remote Turn-On. Possible Solution •...

  • Page 32: Frequently Asked Questions

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Frequently Asked Questions 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 that isolate your equipment from noise on the AC power line. Most manufacturers’ battle against line noise stops there. The next crucial step of noise filtering must occur between components.
  • Page 33 Q. What is the importance of separate filtering for audio and video? A.The nature of the audio, and video signal is very different. Each application generates a different kind of noise and is sensitive to different types of noise. Video components generate a wide band of video interference. Audio components generate a narrow band of interference.
  • Page 34 CSA: A common abbreviation for Canadian Standards Association. CSA has developed over 200 standards, including several for electrical and electronic products. Clean Power: Noise filtering designed exclusively for Monster Power products by renowned engineer/inventor ™ Richard Marsh. Filters out unwanted interference caused by RFI, EMI, and component-generated noise, so components plugged into a PowerCenter can deliver maximum performance without noise entering their signal path.
  • Page 35 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. Hertz (Hz): A unit of frequency equal to one cycle per second. Isolation Transformer: A transformer designed to provide magnetic coupling between one or more pairs of isolated circuits, without introducing significant coupling of any other kind between them, such as electrostatic or conductive coupling.
  • Page 36 UL: A common abbreviation for Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc., a corporation supported by some underwriters for the purpose of establishing safety standards on types of equipment or components. Video Noise: In the video-frequency range, any electrical disturbance introduced from a source extraneous to the signal.
  • Page 37 APPENDIX B How to Contact Us Write to us at: Monster Power C/O Monster Cable Products, Inc. 455 Valley Drive Brisbane, CA 94005 Visit us on the web at: www.monstercable.com Call us toll-free at: 877/800-8989.

  • Page 38: C. Warranty Information

    APPENDIX C Warranty Information Monster Cable Products, Inc. warrants that this product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for its lifetime. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser and is nontransferable. During the warranty period, Monster Cable Products, Inc.
  • Page 39 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. Product Warranty Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS3500 offers a Lifetime Product Warranty ™...
  • Page 40 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.
  • Page 41 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;...
  • Page 42 CA 94005 • • Visit us on the web at: www.monstercable.com The Monster Power Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS3500 is protected under U.S. Pat. No. 5,589,718. Other Patents Pending. inv. no. 154176 © Monster Cable 1999 All Rights Reserved ”Monster Cable“ ”Monster Power“ ”Clean Power“ and ”PowerCenter“...

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