CIOKS DC5 link - Power Supply Manual

Introduction

In year 2015 we've launched our second professional link range product – the DC5 link power supply. A perfect match for the flat pedalboards like the Pedaltrain nano, mini or metro types. Toroidal transformer, super flat design, small, light weighted but still powerful enough to power any two Strymon, Eventide or other high current pedals of the two high current outlets. The remaining three will at lower currents provide 9, 12 or 18V or even 24V with series adapter Flex. DC5 link is also a nice 5 isolated outlets add-on to any other CIOKS link PSU.

Features

• 5 isolated outlets with a total output current of 900mA
• two 300mA outlets configurable to either 9 or 12V
• three outlets with 100mA each with voltages 9, 12 or 18V
• toroidal transformer
• short circuit protection of all outlets
• advanced LED monitoring of each outlet
• 120 or 230V mains voltage operation
• detachable mains power cord
• CIOKS unique mains link feature
• 10 Flex cables included

Overview

Right side
On the right side of the enclosure you'll find 4 outlets of the power supply as RCA sockets which all are centre positive. Correct polarity for the pedal is achieved by using the right Flex.

Top
CIOKS logo has a red LED placed in the middle of the letter 'O'. When this LED is lit the power supply is connected to mains and operates.

On top of the enclosure you see the output voltage and max. current rating of each outlet printed just to the left of the outlet sockets. The top figure is the voltage and the DC in the middle line tells you it's a direct current outlet. Outlets with two possible voltage settings have both values stated ex. 9/12. The bottom figure states the maximum current capability of each outlet in mA.

The status of each isolated output is shown by a LED indicator also situated on top of the enclosure. The function of this advanced and unique monitoring feature is described in detail later on.

The red settings switch with five white knobs should be used to set the output voltage of each outlet. With all knobs to the left gives you the default 9V on all five outlets.

Left side
On the left side of the enclosure you'll find the AC power input connector, which is a C6 type according to the IEC 60320 standard also used in many laptop adapters. On the same side as the AC mains input you'll find the mains voltage selector switch and fuse.

Mains voltage selector switch should be used for setting the correct mains voltage range. The 115V setting gives you 110-120V operating range and the 230V setting 220-240V range.

The fuse is the only part which may be replaced by the user. In case it's blown, replace with a 5x20mm, T 315mA (slow blow/time lag) type.

Bottom
The four detachable rubber feet are situated on the bottom of the enclosure. On this same surface you'll find 4 holes with metric M4 threads, which should be used for easy mounting of the power supply to a pedalboard. Do not use screws, which would go further than 5mm inside the unit. Have a look at the mounting guide on CIOKS web site.

Getting started

First make sure that the voltage value chosen on the voltage selector switch matches the mains voltage in your wall socket. Connect the mains power cord to the power supply and mains. Using the right Flex cable types connect your pedals to the outlets of power supply making sure that the voltage and current is correct for every pedal.

Advanced LED Monitoring feature

Each isolated outlet has its individual LED status indicator. The indicator is fully lit in normal operation of a particular outlet. Its light gets dim when you operate just on the edge of the current limit. If you overload or short circuit an outlet, the respective LED indicator turns off.

The LED indicators also show you the voltage set by the settings switch. In case a higher voltage than the default 9V setting is selected for a given outlet, its respective LED indicator will be lit with higher intensity than the other indicators.

All indicators take into account the actual level of mains voltage when monitoring a possible overload. The current limits for each outlet or section of the power supply are specified at nominal level of the mains voltage. In Europe it's 230V and 120V in e.g. United States. If the mains voltage is higher than nominal, you can draw more current from the power supply than stated in the specifications. This would never be a problem. A more common situation though, is when the mains voltage is lower than nominal. In such a case maximum current ratings for each outlet or section might be diminished.

The advanced LED monitoring of each isolated outlet will alert you in case of an overload or short circuit. If such a situation happens you know where to look to solve the problem. A glance at the LED status indicators and you have proof of 100% clean power to your pedals.

Included accessories

Flex cables
CIOKS offers a great selection of different Flex cable types for connection your pedals to the power supply. Below you see a list of the included Flex cables with your unit:

Mounting hardware
We've included all the needed hardware to mount the power supply on top or underneath a Pedaltrain or Temple Audio pedalboard. You can of course also attach it to boards of other brands. Look on CIOKS web site for more information and mounting guides.

Not included accessories

Mains Link Adapter
This adapter type allows you to link the DC5 to another link power supply and power several units using one single mains power cord. The DC5 will be the last unit in the chain since it lacks the AC mains auxiliary outlet.

More Flex cables
To power one pedal using one outlet you simply use a single suitable standard Flex cable and that's it. In case the plug type or length you need is not included with your unit there's a big selection of standard Flex cables to choose from and to be ordered separately. In case of an odd voltage or current requirement you might need one of the Special Flex cables available. Please read more about these and how to use them on CIOKS web site. They really open up for even more versatility and flexibility in terms of what you can power with your unit.

Powering different pedal types

This issue is different for every individual rig, therefore please e-mail your specific questions regarding powering your pedals using CIOKS power supplies directly to support@cioks.com.

Technical specifications

What's in the box

• CIOKS DC5 link power supply
• mains power cord
• 10 Flex cables
• pedalboard mounting hardware (2 screws and a hex key)
• manual
• product sheet (drill template)
• Flex guide

Documents / Resources

Download manual

Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.

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