Features
Inputs and Outputs
Control/Display
Warranty
Features
Design: This surge
protector is a large, component-sized unit which protects connected equipment
from power surges, AC power line noise, and noise generated from other
components. Monster Cable uses Clean Power v.2.0 Stage 3 in this unit, which
includes isolation between outlets to reject any noise generated by other
components connected to this power center and separate filters specifically
designed for digital and video components.
Monster Clean Power Stage 3
(v.2.0): Monster Clean Power Stage 3 circuitry consists of four
ultra-advanced isolated filters including a digital filter for separate digital
sources, analog audio, video, and ultra-high current audio filters provide the
best possible AC powerline noise rejection and isolation of audio equipment from
video equipment for improved component-generated noise rejection. Ideal for
audiophile and videophile A/V systems and reference home theatres.
Monster T2 Technology: The HTS
3600 features this technology, which is an active electronic
microprocessor-controlled circuit that sits in front of the surge protection
circuitry. T2 monitors the line, neutral and ground lines and automatically
disconnects the PowerCenter from the AC power line when a long duration
low-voltage sag or high-voltage swell occurs (continuous voltage below 70Vrms or
above 132Vrms). When it senses one of the sags or swells, the T2 circuit will
shut down the PowerCenter for 15 seconds. If the voltage returns to normal, the
PowerCenter will then turn back on; if it is not cleared up in that time, the
PowerCenter will remain off. This circuit will shut down the PowerCenter before
the MOV's (Metal Oxide Varistors) and thermal fuses sense an overload condition
and sacrifice themselves to protect your equipment; thusly extending the life of
the PowerCenter.
Display: The digital
display shows the input voltage or the total current draw of the system.
Isolated Digital Filter:
Four unswitched AC outlets have a special filter circuit optimized to
reduce interference from digital components and keeps noise from entering the
rest of your system.
Isolated Video Filter:
Two unswitched AC outlets have a special filter circuit optimized to
reduce interference from video components and keeps noise from entering the rest
of your system.
Isolated Analog Audio Filter:
Two switched AC outlets are optimized to provide maximum noise
rejection for sensitive analog audio components. The switched outlets are turned
on with the main power button on the front of the unit or one of the remote
triggers. When the main power is turned off, there is a delay (approximately 30
seconds) before the switched outlets are turned off, this helps prevent turn
off thump.
Ultra High Current Audio Filter
(Switched/Timed Outlets): These outlets have a specifically designed
circuit for high power audio components, like amplifiers and pre-amplifiers,
designed to deliver maximum current to these power hungry electronics.
Abnormal Voltage: If
the input voltage drops below 90 volts or rises above 132 volts a warning LED
lights.
Timed Outlets: Two timed
outlets are optimized for maximum noise rejection while providing maximum
current to ultra-high current audio components such as amplifiers. The timed
outlets come on approximately six seconds after the HTS3600 is turned on, this
helps prevent turn on thump. They go off immediately when the unit is turned
off.
Remote AC Control:
This feature allows you to remotely activate the switched and timed outlets from
a receiver or preamp. When any external signal is feeding the remote AC jack the
main power switch on the front of the unit is disabled.
DC Input Jack: For
use with a component that uses a DC remote trigger (3-30V) with a 1/8" mono mini
jack. When any external signal is feeding the DC input jack the main power
switch on the front of the unit is disabled.
Telephone/Network
Connections: These connections feature a surge arrestor that protects
against damaging voltage surges on the phone line.
Coaxial Inputs/Outputs:
Ultra-low loss RF circuitry keeps insertion loss minimized for the coaxial
outputs.
Color coded: Color
coded outlets and the supplied cord labels help prevent accidentally
disconnecting the wrong cord.
Power Cord: The eight foot long
high current power cord with 24k gold contacts is designed for maximum power
transfer.
Inputs and Outputs
Coax Inputs/Outputs:
- Cable: Threaded, gold
plated cable TV input and output
- Satellite: Threaded, gold
plated satellite (Direct Broadcast Satellite) input and output
- Antenna: Threaded, gold
plated antenna input and output
Telephone/Network:
One RJ14 input and two RJ14 outputs
AC Outputs (all are three
prong):
- Four unswitched AC
outlets with Isolated Digital Filters: Labeled
Cable/Sat, DVD, CD, and DVR
- Two unswitched AC outlets
with Isolated Video Filters: Labeled VCR and TV/Monitor
- Two switched AC outlets
with Isolated Analog Audio Filters: Labeled Receiver and Processor
- Two timed AC outlets with
Isolated High Current Audio Filters: Labeled Main Amp and Spare
Remote and Ground:
- DC input: 3-30V,
mini-jack, cable included
- Ground post:
Silver thumb screw for any ungrounded components
- Remote AC control:
110V/0.3A, cable included
Control/Display
Front panel:
- Dimmer: Rotary knob
adjusts display brightness
- On Button: Turns
switched and timed outlets on
- Off Button:
Turns switched and timed outlets off
- Clean Power On LED:
Indicates Clean Power circuitry functioning
- Unswitched On LED:
Indicates unswitched AC outlets active
- Switched On LED:
Indicates switched AC outlets active
- Timed on LED:
Indicates timed AC outlets active
- Protection On LED:
Indicates surge protection circuitry functioning
- Ground OK LED:
Indicates ground is correct
- Wiring OK LED:
Indicates polarity is correct
- Abnormal Voltage LED:
Indicates voltage outside 90-132V range
- LED Display:
Digital display of incoming voltage or current
- Voltage/Amperage Button:
Toggles display between voltage and current
Rear Panel:
- Circuit breaker switch:
Press to reset, 15 amps maximum
Warranty
Connected Equipment Warranty:
For 5 years from the date of purchase, Monster Cable will replace, pay to repair
or pay the fair market value of equipment that is damaged by an AC power, cable,
telephone or lighting surge while connected to a properly installed Monster
Cable PowerCenter. This warranty covers up to $500,000 worth of connected
equipment. In order for the warranty to be valid every wire leading into or out
of your equipment must be connected properly to the surge protector and the unit
must be connected to a properly grounded 3-wire outlet.
