Panamax MIW-SURGE Installation Instructions

Installation instructions for using MIW-SURGE with
SIGNAL LINE CONNECTION OPTIONS
1. PASS THROUGH INSERT
with rubber grommet accomo-
dates HDMI, RGB, or coaxial
cables.
2. KEYSTONE 2 PORT
ADAPTER INSERT
with module selection. NOTE: If using
a punchdown connector, punch down
wires first before inserting module
into KEYSTONE insert.
(Modules for
KEYSTONE adapter insert are sold sepa-
rately and not available from PFPower)
3. DECORA TRIM ADAPTER Remove PASS THROUGH INSERT ASSEMBLY
(cage) and place Decora 6 port insert
for 6 port insert for a variety of signal
with modules you need onto the
line connections.
front of the mounting bracket .
(6 port insert and modules are sold sepa-
Place Decora trim plate
rately and not available from PFPower)
adapter over the Decora insert.
Use the 2 screws/lock nuts
that attached the PASS THROUGH
INSERT.
4. MIW PRO SIGNAL LINE
MODULES
Four module types available.
1. MIW-RCA 2. MIW-VGA
3. MIW-SVIDEO 4. MIW-DATA.
(Modules not included, sold separately
Remove
and available from PFPower, see below for
module descriptions).
MIW PRO SIGNAL LINE MODULES
The MIW Pro Signal Line modules give you 4 options to choose from.
Each signal line module comes with an instructions for easy install.
1. MIW-5RCA
Low voltage module with 5 RCA connec-
tions compatible with component video or
composite audio/video signal.
2. MIW-VGA
Low voltage module for RGBHV; connect
devices to 15 pin high-density D-sub
connector on face of module; 3.5mm
stereo mini-jack for 12-volt triggering
and IR signal transmission.
3. MIW-SVIDEO
Combination S-Video and Component Video,
low voltage module for video and/or audio,
RCA jacks compatible with audio or video
signals.
4. MIW-DATA
RS232 and Ethernet, low Voltage module
for projector control lines and/or computer
data lines.
The MIW Pro Signal Line modules are not included and sold separately from PFPower.
Contact Panamax or Furman to order module(s) and other products you may need.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
AC Circuit
AC Outlets, Total: ............................................................................1
Line Voltage: ..............................................................120V, 50/60Hz
Total Current Capacity: ................................................................15A
Protection Modes: ........................................................L-N, L-G, N-G
HDMI cable passed through hole cut out in
Energy Dissipation: .........................................................1350 Joules
rubber grommet. Remove rubber, cut hole,
Peak Impulse Current: ..............................................................60 KA
push the cable(s) through and replace
Catastrophic Surge Circuit: ..........................................................Yes
grommet with cable into the insert.
Thermal Fusing: ..........................................................................Yes
UL 1449 2nd Ed. Suppressed Voltage Rating: ..............330 V (@500A)
UL 1449 3rd Ed. Voltage Protection Rating: ..............400 V (@3,000A)
Remove the black rubber grommet
UL 1449 3rd Ed. Nominal Discharge Current: ......................... 5,000A
from the PASS THROUGH INSERT
Power Outlet Faceplate
and snap KEYSTONE adapter into
AC Connectors: ...........................................................1 NEMA 5-15
open slot.
Signal Line Protection: Not Included / Modules Sold Separately
WARRANTY
PFPower warrants to the purchaser of any
PFPower In-Wall surge protector, for a pe-
riod of 3 years from its installation date,
that the surge protector shall be free of
defects in design, material, or workman-
ship, and PFPower will repair or replace
any defective unit. For product replace-
ment see "NOTIFICATION" below.
CAUTION: Audio/Video, computer and/
To install MIW PRO
or telephone system installations can be
SIGNAL LINE MODULES,
very complex systems, which consist of
simply remove insert
many interconnected components. Due
from assembly and
to the nature of electricity and surges, a
insert the MODULE.
single protector may not be able to com-
Insert
pletely protect complex installations. In
those cases, a systematic approach using
multiple protectors must be employed.
Systematic protection requires profes-
Adjustable 3 depth settings for:
sional design. AC power, satellite cables,
CATV cables, or telephone/network lines
• PASS THROUGH INSERT
entering the system that do not pass
• KEYSTONE ADAPTER
through this surge protector will provide
• ALL 4 MIW PRO SIGNAL LINE MODULES.
pathways for potential surge damage. For
additional information on how to protect
your system, please contact PFPower
before connecting your equipment to the
1. surge protector. More detailed informa-
Flush with
tion is available at www.panamax.com or
faceplate
www.furmansound.com. If you have any
questions regarding these requirements,
please contact PFPower Customer Rela-
tions.
1. PROPER INSTALLATION: PFPower
In-Wall AC and Signal-line protectors are
2.
1/2 inch deep
3.
1 inch deep
MIW-SURGE
Suppressed Voltage Rating: 330V @ 500A
Voltage Protection Rating: 400V @ 3KA
Electric Panel Minimum
14 Gauge Wire
G
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MIW-SURGE
15 Amp
Circuit Breaker
MIW-XT
L
BLACK
N
WHITE
G
GROUND
designed to provide code-compliant (NEC
or CEC) installations. Separate signal-line 3. DETERMINATION OF FAILURE:
protection modules must be used with the
PFPower will evaluate the protector for
appropriate AC base unit to provide proper
defects. Opening the enclosure, tamper-
grounding. Building wiring and other con-
ing with, or modifying the unit in any way
nections to protected equipment must shall be grounds for an automatic denial
conform to applicable codes (NEC or CEC).
of your request for replacement. PFPower,
No other ground wires or ground connec-
after evaluating the unit, shall in its sole
tions may be used. All wires (including,
discretion, determine whether or not your
AC power lines, telephone lines, signal/
protector is eligible for replacement. If the
data lines, coaxial cable, antenna lead- surge protector shows no defects, PF-
ins) leading into the protected equipment
Power will return the unit to you with a let-
must first pass through a single PFPower
ter explaining the test results. Exception: If
protector designed for the particular ap-
a dealer or installer replaces the protector
plication. The protector and the equip-
for the customer, the unit will be returned
ment to be protected must be indoors in to the dealer or installer.
a dry location, and in the same building.
PFPower installation instructions and dia-
4. GENERAL: If you have any questions
grams must be followed.
regarding the product warranty, please
contact the Customer Relations Depart-
2. NOTIFICATION: You must obtain a re-
ment at www.panamax.com or www.
turn authorization (RA) number from the
furmansound.com or toll-free at 1-800-
PFPower Customer Relations Department
472-5555. This warranty supersedes
at www.panamax.com or www.furman-
all previous warranties. This is the only
sound.com or toll-free at 1-800-472-
warranty provided with the protector and
5555 before returning the protector to any other implied or expressed warranties
PFPower. Once you obtain an RA number,
are non-existent. This warranty may not
please mark the number on the bottom of
be modified except in writing, signed by
the unit and pack it in a shipping carton/
an officer of PFPower.Forms are available
box with enough packing material to pro- on the Panamax or Furman web sites for
tect it during transit. The RA number must
requesting RA's.
be clearly marked on the outside of the
MODEL - MIW-SURGE
carton. Ship the unit to PFPower. Please
DOC. NO. Q01L0047_EN REV. A
note that you are responsible for any and
all charges related to shipping the unit to Effective Date 6/08
PFPower.
By Panamax ~ Furman
PFPower, 1690 Corporate Circle • Petaluma, CA 94954
707-283-5900 • 800-472-5555 • Fax - 707-283-5901
www.panamax.com • www.furmansound.com
Customer Relations
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, M-F, Pacific Time (PST)
Email - custrelations@panamax.com
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MIW-SURGE
Installation Instructions
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The MIW-SURGE is designed essentially for compatibility with three basic configurations:
1.
Single gang
plastic outlet
box, retro
Outlet boxes are NOT included and are sold separately.
PARTS INCLUDED:
1.
MIW-SURGE metal
outlet faceplate (AC
receptacle attached)
2.
4 flathead faceplate
screws and 2 pan head
screws for bracket
3.
MIW-SURGE plastic
mounting bracket
4.
MIW pass through
removable and adjust-
able insert with rubber
grommet (comes at-
tached to mounting
bracket)
TOOLS RECOMMENDED:
• Drywall saw or Dremel tool (to cut outlet box hole)
• Hand held or power screw driver with Phillips head
• File (optional) to smooth and shape the outlet box cutout (if necessary)
• Utility knife
• Combination strippers
• Long nosed pliers
2. 3.
Single gang
Dual gang
metal outlet
plastic outlet
box, new work
box, new work
5.
Decora
trim
®
plate adapter
6.
Keystone module
insert
7.
11" Flat Plug
adapter power cord
8.
Three wire
twist nuts
9.
Wall cut out tem-
plate 3 3/4" H x 4" W
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