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Features
Controls and Indicators
Connections
Specifications
Warranty
Features
Power Factor Technology: Although it's rare for amplifiers to
draw more than 4 Amps continuously, for superior performance it is vital that an
amplifier's AC filter have low impedance and the capability to accommodate peak
current demands far in excess of the RMS (continuous) current rating. The Elite-20
PFi's transient Power Factor Technology circuitry effectively creates a current
reserve in excess of 55 amps (peak) that is cleaner and faster than a dedicated
line from your local power station, benefiting any connected amplifiers'
performance.
EMI and RFI Filtration: EMI and RFI noise entering your A/V
system through the AC power line couples to the components and masks low level
signals, compromising performance. This low level content is critical because it
relays the harmonics and ambience in audio, and the depth and clarity in video.
Furman's exclusive Ultra-Linear Filtering Technology dramatically reduces noise,
ensuring consistent peak operation regardless of load conditions or the time of
day. The Elite-20 PFi also has inter-component isolation and nearly twice the noise
filtering of the Elite-15 PFi.
Series Multi-Stage Protection (SMP): SMP is maintenance-free
surge suppression, offering AC protection without sacrificing itself in the event
of a catastrophic surge. The SMP circuit senses voltages so high that operation is
impossible and turns the power off before damage can occur; if the voltage exceeds
140 volts or falls below 85 volts, power is removed from all the outlets and the
Extreme Voltage LED lights. The circuit will attempt to re-set automatically within
5 seconds, so manual re-set will only be necessary if there is a permanent wiring
fault.
13 AC Outlets: The Furman Elite-20 PFi features one front-panel
unswitched AC outlet and 12 rear-panel outlets. The outlets include:
- Video Bank: The video bank has four
3-prong outlets, two switched and two unswitched (always
on). In addition to the Ultra-Linear filter, an ultrasonic filter
specifically benefits video components (DVR, DVD player,
projector, Plasma and LCD TVs, etc).
- Audio/Video Bank: The audio/video bank
has four 3-prong outlets, two switched and two unswitched.
EMI and RFI noise is removed by the Ultra-Linear filter.
- Amplifier Bank: The amplifier bank has
four 3-prong outlets, two switched and two unswitched. This
bank offers Power Factor Technology with a low impedance
filter and current reserve in excess of 55 amps (peak) to
accommodate amplifier demands.
- Front Panel Outlet: The Elite-20 PFi
features a convenient unswitched 3-prong AC outlet on the
front-panel. EMI and RFI noise is removed by the Ultra-Linear
filter.
Front Panel Lamps: The Elite-20 PFi features two retractable
front panel LED lamps, offering an easy way to see the equipment below it, even
when your theater lights are off.
12V Trigger: The six rear-panel switched outlets are engaged
using the 12 volt trigger input, a 3.5mm mono mini-jack. The two switched outlets
in the amplifier bank are delayed five seconds before turning on to avoid any
potentially damaging speaker thump. Additional components can be triggered to turn
on using the 12 volt output jack, also a 3.5mm mono mini-jack. If you'd rather not
utilize the 12V trigger circuit, a bypass switch is located adjacent to the input
and output jacks. By depressing this button, all outlets will operate when the
front panel power switch is engaged.
Transient Voltage Surge Protection: The Elite-20 PFi features
transient voltage surge suppression for standard telephone lines, coaxial cable TV
lines, and coaxial satellite lines. There is one pair of phone input/output jacks
and three pair of coaxial input/output jacks to protect your incoming phone, cable,
and satellite lines. The coax jacks pass Both DC carrier signals and high bandwidth
signals with an insertion loss of less than 0.1 dB. All the in-line surge suppressors
feature Furman's exclusive Zero Ground Contamination technology; this aids in
eliminating audio buzzing and the video hum bars that can result from typical
in-line suppressors.
Rack Mount: Brackets are included to rack mount the Elite-20 PFi.
Controls and Indicators
Front Panel:
- Power: master power switch; turns all
unswitched outlets on/off
- Dimmer: rotary knob; adjusts brightness
of the LED lamps
- Extreme Voltage Indicator: lights to
indicate the incoming voltage is too high or too low and
all the outlets have been disconnected
- Power LED: a blue LED bar in the center
illuminates when the master power switch is on and voltage
is applied to the unswitched outlets
- Remote LED: illuminates to indicate the
12 volt input trigger has turned on the switched outlets
Rear Panel:
- Bypass: the bypass switch overrides
the 12 volt remote trigger, turning on the switched outlets
with the master power switch
Connections
Front Panel:
- AC Outlet: front panel convenience
outlet (standard 3-prong NEMA 5-15); unswitched (always
on)
Rear Panel:
- Video Outlets: four Ultra-Linear filtered
and ultrasonic filtered outlets (3-prong NEMA 5-20R T-Slot);
2 switched, 2 unswitched
- Audio/Video Outlets: four Ultra-Linear
filtered outlets (3-prong NEMA 5-20R T-Slot); 2 switched, 2
unswitched
- Amplifier Outlets: four Power Factor
Technology outlets (3-prong NEMA 5-20R T-Slot) with a low
impedance filter; 2 unswitched, 2 switched with a five
second power on delay
- 12 Volt Trigger Input: 3.5mm mini-plug;
connects to a remote trigger device that uses a DC output to
trigger startup
- 12 Volt Trigger Output: 3.5mm mini-plug;
connects to a remote component that uses a DC input to trigger
startup
- Phone Jacks: input and output for standard
telephone line
- Coaxial Jacks: 3 pair of threaded F-type
coax terminals
Specifications
AC Power:
- Line Voltage: 120VAC, 60Hz
- Current Capacity:
- Input: 20 amps
- Output: 16-20 amps RMS (continuous,
all outlets combined)
- Linear Noise Attenuation: Transverse
(Differential) mode (from 0.05 to 100 ohm line impedance)
- 5 kHz - 100 kHz: >40 dB
- 100 kHz - 1 GHz: >80 dB
- Power Consumption: 12 watts for display
and control circuits (plus actual load)
- Over-voltage Shutoff Threshold: 140
volts AC
- Under-voltage Shutoff Threshold: 85
volts AC
- Weight: 18 pounds
Warranty
Connected Equipment: Furman Sound's Connected Equipment
Warranty covers equipment that is damaged by a transient voltage while properly
connected through the Furman Elite-20 PFi to a properly wired AC power line with
a protective ground in an indoor location. Furman's Connected Equipment Warranty
is limited to the amount of the deductible on the Purchaser's personal property
insurance policy, up to $500.00. The Connected Equipment Warranty is in effect
for a period of three years.
