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Home Theatre
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In-Wall PowerCenter
15 Amp And 20 Amp Models
Owner’s Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Important Safety Information i Proper Grounding and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii A Note from The Head Monster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Please read and observe the following safety points at all times. WARNING – Installation Monster recommends the In-Wall PowerCenter be installed by a licensed electrician. WARNING – Power Sources Suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than 5000 rms symmetrical amperes, 125 volts maximum. Monster’s In-Wall PowerCenter is available with either 15 or 20-amp outlets. The15-amp product should only be used on a 15-amp branch circuit utilizing 14
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WARNING – Power Cord Safety TM This In-Wall PowerCenter includes a high-current IEC PowerLine 200 AC Power Cable with a low-profile, right angle plug. If the cable’s protective jacket begins to rip or fray, exposing the internal wiring, shielding, etc., disconnect it immediately. See the Warranty Information section of this owner’s manual for important details. WARNING – No User Serviceable Parts Inside If, for any reason, this PowerCenter is not operating properly, do not remove any part
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PROPER GROUNDING AND INSTALLATION WARNING – Proper Grounding A Monster PowerCenter requires a properly grounded outlet for safety and to protect connected equipment. If you’re not sure if your home’s electrical wiring is properly grounded, have it checked by a qualified electrician. IMPORTANT NOTE – Proper Power and Protection To completely protect your equipment against electrical surges, every AC power cable and coaxial cable line in your system must be connected to the PowerCenter.
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A NOTE FROM THE HEAD MONSTER Dear Enthusiast, ® ™ THANK YOU for purchasing the Monster Power Home Theatre In-Wall PowerCenter . This PowerCenter reflects our commitment to creating performance-enhancing solutions for home theater systems that deliver superior sound and picture quality. As a long-time audiophile and serious home theater enthusiast, I always knew problematic AC power could degrade picture and sound quality. Unfortunately, ordinary AC power accessories can compromise the per
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™ MONSTER’S PATENTED CLEAN POWER STAGES ™ Monster Clean Power performs two tasks that are vital to maintaining optimum home theater performance: 1) noise filtration and 2) noise isolation. The higher the Clean Power stage number (1-5), the more sophisticated and advanced the filters are that reject noise generated on the AC powerline. In addition, the higher the Clean Power stage number, the more isolation that exists between connected equipment for maximum rejection of component- generated
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THE MINDS BEHIND THE MONSTER POWERCENTER DESIGN Richard Marsh – There are few experts able to solve the complex problems associated with AC power and complex home theater systems. Richard Marsh is one of these 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 patented Clean Power circuitry which is incorporated into many of Monster’s PowerCenters. He is also respo
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IN-WALL POWERCENTER FEATURES INSERTS INCLUDED 1 0 9 1 1 1 0 1 2 13 8 1 7 2 IEC CABLE 3 4 5 6 1 4 4
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IN-WALL POWERCENTER FEATURES TM 1. Monster Clean Power and Surge Suppression Module: Features patented Monster Clean Power Stage 1 v.2.0 to reduce interference coming through the AC power line, and a 1260 joule rating with new Tri-Mode MOVs to offer superior surge absorption. 2. “Clean Power” On Indicator: Indicates Monster Clean Power circuitry is functioning properly. 3. “Protection On” Indicator: Indicates Monster surge protection circuitry is functioning properly. 4. “Ground OK”
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HOOK-UP GUIDE – STANDALONE APPLICATIONS Outlet Box Installation For existing construction environments, you will need to cut a hole in your wall to first install the two gang outlet box that will go behind your Monster In-Wall PowerCenter. Monster strongly recommends you enlist the help of a licensed electrician, or someone experienced with home electrical wiring and custom installation. If you are installing the Monster In-Wall PowerCenter into new home construction environments, the two gang
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HOOK-UP GUIDE – STANDALONE APPLICATIONS B) Fish the line (Black), neutral (White), and ground (Green) wires out from behind the wall. Punch out the two gang outlet box’s entry holes as necessary for wire routing, and thread the wires through. C) Place the two gang outlet box into the wall hole with the tabs retracted. Carefully turn the screws clockwise until the tabs rotate upright and clamp the box securely to the wallboard. Incoming Stereo Rack AC Circuit In-Wall Flatscreen TV PowerCen
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HOOK-UP GUIDE – STANDALONE APPLICATIONS Surge Module Installation The Surge Module features patented Monster Clean Power Stage 1 v.2.0 to reduce interference coming through the AC power line to your components and provides surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes. A) Strip about a half inch of insulation off the ends of the line (Black), neutral (White), and ground (Green) input wires extending through the two gang outlet box. B) Attach each wire to the corresponding input
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HOOK-UP GUIDE – STANDALONE APPLICATIONS Two-Outlet Receptacle Installation Monster In-Wall PowerCenters are available with either 15-amp or 20-amp outlet. Be sure to use the outlet that matches your existing branch circuit. A) Connect the output wires extending from the Surge Module to the two-outlet receptacle as follows: 1. Remove the three screws from the side of the two-outlet receptacle by turning each counterclockwise until loose. 2. Align the ring terminal holes on the output wires
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HOOK-UP GUIDE – STAND ALONE APPLICATIONS Coaxial Connections Installation In-Wall PowerCenter comes with a decora plate and two coaxial connections units that provide surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes on incoming coax cables. If you have in-wall provisions for satellite TV, TV/cable, cable modem, etc., you can protect them by hooking them up through the PowerCenter’s coax connections. If your system does not have in-wall provisions for coax connections, you can insta
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HOOK-UP GUIDE – REMOTE APPLICATIONS A Remote Application occurs when the TV display and components (receivers, PVRs, DVD players, VCRs, amplifiers, etc.) are connected to different AC outlet receptacle banks. In this application, and for ultimate system protection, two In-Wall PowerCenters should be used for proper installation and system production. Note: When installing multiple PowerCenters, complete each installation section for each PowerCenter before proceeding to the next step (for e
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HOOK-UP GUIDE – REMOTE APPLICATIONS Surge Module Installation ™ The Surge Module features patented Monster Clean Power Stage 1 v.2.0 to reduce interference coming through the AC power line to your components and provides surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes. A) Strip about a half inch of insulation off the ends of the line (Black), neutral (White), and ground (Green) input wires extending through the two gang outlet box. B) Attach each wire to the corresponding input wi
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HOOK-UP GUIDE – REMOTE APPLICATIONS B) Connect the output wires extending from the Surge Module to the two-outlet receptacle as follows: 1. Remove the three screws from the side of the two-outlet receptacle by turning each counterclockwise until loose. 2. Align the ring terminal holes on the output wires with the screw holes. 3. Reinsert the three screws and turn each clockwise until fully tightened. C) Attach the included gold-plated grounding plate and both the two-outlet receptacle and the Su
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Coaxial Connections and Decora Plate Installation In-Wall PowerCenter comes with two coaxial connections units that provide surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes on incoming coax cables. If you have in-wall provisions for satellite TV, TV/cable, cable modem, etc., you can protect them by hooking them up through the PowerCenter’s coax connections. If your system does not have in-wall provisions for coax connections, you can install the included decora plate instead. A)
