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Monster Power Reference PowerCenter HTS2600 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 ® Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter ™ HTS2600 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Important Safety Precautions ............ii Proper Grounding and Installation Tips .

  • Page 3: Important Safety Precautions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read and observe the following safety points at all times. WARNING – Power Sources Do not plug this Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS 2600 into a power outlet that differs ™ from the source indicated for safe use on the 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. WARNING – Liquid: Avoiding Electrical shocks Do not operate your Monster PowerCenter if liquid of any kind is spilled onto or inside the unit.
  • 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: Proper Grounding And Installation Tips

    PROPER GROUNDING AND INSTALLATION TIPS CAUTION – Proper Grounding Monster PowerCenters require a properly grounded 3-wire outlet to protect connected equipment. If your AC outlet is improperly wired (no ground or reverse polarity), the Green "Ground OK" light on the front panel of the Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS 2600 will not light up.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank You Thank you for purchasing Monster Power’s Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS2600. The PowerCenter reflects Monster’s commitment to creating performance-enhancing solutions for home theatre systems, so you will enjoy superior picture and sound quality. Ordinary AC power accessories compromise the quality of the components they power. The PowerCenter’s advanced technology and innovative design solves this problem and offers several unique convenience and performance features.
  • Page 8 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 DBS. Your PowerCenter also features an exclusive color-coding system which identifies which component should be plugged in where and outlet filter type (ultra-high current audio, analog audio, and video).

  • Page 9: The Design Minds Behind The Powercenter

    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 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 solutions...

  • Page 11: Content Checklist

    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 HTS 2600. 4) One sheet of Monster Power audio/video ID labels (included).

  • 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 HTS2600 "Phone In" jack. Connect a second phone cable from one of the HTS 2600 "Phone Out" jacks to the telephone (figure 1c).
  • Page 13 You can plug any type of analog video component (e.g., VCR, camcorder) or digital component (e.g., MiniDisc, digital video camcorder) into this outlet. A) Attach a Monster Power ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate ®...
  • Page 14 E) VCR: Plug your VCR’s player’s power cord into the corresponding VCR outlet. F) TV: Plug your TV’s power cord into the corresponding TV outlet. G) SPARE: Plug the power cord of your additional video component (e.g., Video Camcorder) into the corresponding SPARE outlet. CABLE TV REMOTE OUT 1...
  • Page 15 PowerCenter is turned on or off. You can plug any type of low current audio component (e.g., portable cassette player) or video component (e.g., camcorder) into the pre-amp or tape outlets. A) Attach a Monster Power ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate ®...
  • Page 16 This way, high current amplifiers are turned on last and turned off first, preventing the "thump" from getting to your speakers. A) Attach a Monster Power ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate ®...
  • Page 17 STEP 5 Coaxial input/output hookup You will need additional coaxial cables to connect the HTS 2600 to your components. See illustration on page 15, which shows a proper grounding schematic. Protect Cable TV, Satellite and Antenna Connections as Follows: CABLE TV From Grounding Block To Cable Box or TV (connected to incoming cable TV cable)*...
  • Page 18 REMOTE DC CONTROL HOOKUP STEP 6 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"...
  • Page 19 REMOTE AC CONTROL HOOKUP STEP 7 Remote AC Control Hookup This feature allows you to turn your PowerCenter On via the remote control that operates your A/V receiver or pre-amp. A) Plug in the Remote AC control cord’s female end into back of your HTS 2600. B) Plug in the Remote AC control cord’s 2-prong male end into the A/V receiver’s Switched AC power outlet.
  • Page 20 STEP 8 Rackmounting Your PowerCenter A) Remove your PowerCenter trim covers using a 3/32 Allen key (not included). Turn each Allen screw counter-clockwise until the screw is completely removed. B) Align one rack ear over the two 3/32 holes on the left side of the PowerCenter, lining up the rack’s corresponding holes.
  • Page 21 GROUNDING YOUR CABLE TV, SATELLITE DISH AND ANTENNA CONNECTIONS 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. Consult with an electrician to verify your outdoor connections are grounded properly.

  • Page 22: Product Features

    HTS 2600 FEATURES PLEASE TURN TO PAGE 17 FOR DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT FEATURES CURRENT USAGE VOLTAGE 0.5A 15 A 100V 110V 120V 130V 140V GROUND WIRING CLEAN POWER SWITCHED TIMED S EQUENTIAL POWER ON/OFF HTS 2600 MONSTER MONSTER MONSTER MONSTER ®...
  • Page 23 HTS 2600 FEATURES NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWING ON PAGE 16 1. ON/OFF Switch: Once the PowerCenter is plugged into a properly grounded 120V outlet, pressing this button will provide AC power to the components plugged into the PowerCenter’s Switched and Switched (Timed) outlets. Release this button to shut down Switched and Switched (Timed) components.
  • Page 24 NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWING ON PAGE 16 6. Timed On: Indicates power is being supplied to outlets with sequential turn-on feature. 7. 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). 8.
  • Page 25 NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWING ON PAGE 16 11. Analog 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 ™ is specially designed to maximize power transfer of ultra-high power components such as dedicated amplifiers. 19. Monster Power Color-Coded Audio/Video ID labels: For easy identification of your components and where they’re connected. 20. Rack “Ears”: Two "ears" are included with the HTS2600 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. Possible Solution •...
  • 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 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. Does it matter which outlets I plug my components into? A. Yes. Each group of outlets is specifically designed to protect and maximize performance of ONLY the components they are intended to power. For example, an amplifier is high current and a VCR is not. Each gets separate noise filtering to accommodate their inherent needs and differences.

  • Page 34: Glossary Of Terms

    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 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 36 Spike: An abrupt transient which comprises part of a pulse, but exceeds its average amplitude considerably. 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. Surge Protector: A device which protects component circuitry from high alternating voltage peaks or transients.

  • Page 37: Warranty Information

    APPENDIX B Warranty Information Monster Cable Products, Inc. warrants that this product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for five years from date of purchase. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser and is nontransferable. During the warranty period, Monster Cable Products, Inc.
  • Page 38 GENERAL PROVISIONS As To Each Warranty: 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 subject to the understanding that such advice is issued at the purchaser’s sole risk without any limitation or modifications of any disclaimer or other provision contained herein.
  • Page 39 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 40 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 41: How To Contact Us

    APPENDIX C 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: monstercable.com Call us toll-free at: 877/800-8989...

  • Page 42: Warranty Registration

    Name and Location of Dealer ____________________________________________________________________________________ Monster Power Model Purchased ______________________________________________________ Serial Number ______________ Other Monster Power and/or Monster Cable Products Used ______________________________________________________________ 1. How did you hear about Monster Power? o Salesperson o Friend o Newspaper/Magazine Advertisement o Newspaper/Magazine Story or Review o In-Store Display o Other_____________________________ 2.
  • Page 43 15. Do you rent…o DVDs o Video Tapes o Laser Discs 16. Do you buy…o DVDs o Video Tapes o Laser Discs 17. If you could suggest a new Monster Power product or an improvement to one or more of our existing products, what would it be?________________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 44 NOTES...
  • Page 45 NOTES...
  • Page 46 • Visit us on the web at: monstercable.com The Monster Power Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS2600 is protected under U.S. Pat. No. 5,589,718. Other Patents Pending. ”Monster“ ”Monster Cable“ ”Monster Power“ ”Clean Power“ ”PowerCenter“ and ”PowerLine“ are registered and unregistered trademarks of Monster Cable Products, Inc.

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