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Owner’s Reference
Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500
Instructions for use
PowerPlay 8500
4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301
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PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com
©2012 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
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® Table Of Contents Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Introduction ................................................................................................................. iii - iv Device Description iv Device Features iv Installation and Operating Instructions........................................................................ 1 - 23 Unpacking and Inspection 1 Overview 2 Installation 3 Self Test and Power Up 4 IP Status 4 Configuration and Contr ol 4 W eb Based Confi
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® Introduction Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Read these instructions Important Safety Heed all warnings Instructions Follow all instructions WARNING. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN NOR MOISTURE. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not place flammable material on top of or beneath the component. The PS Audio PowerPlay 8500 requires adequate ventilation at all times during operation. Please allow a minimum 1/2” space above and belo
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® Introduction Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Device Description PowerPlay is a revolutionary power conditioner, which not only offers world class protection and noise reduction, but also offers unparallel flexibility and control from anywhere in the world. Device Features Advanced Control Ethernet and RS-232 ports provide two way communication to the PowerPlay. These ports enable unparalleled control, monitoring, and management of connected devices. Simple Control 12 volt trigger and Ph
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Installation Location Once your new PowerPlay is unpacked, you’ll need to find a convenient place to set it. Considerations Mounting The PowerPlay is stackable on other PS Audio PerfectWave devices, Or installed in a standard component rack. If your equipment is located a long distance from the PowerPlay, it is preferable to use a long, heavy gauge shielded power cable between the AC receptacle in the wall and the Po
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Overview Rear Panel Controls and Connectors 1. Ground binding post 7. Phone Jack 13. Reset Switch 2. IEC AC power inlet 8. RS 232 Jack 14. Electrical ratings 3. IsoZone D 9. Ethernet Jack 15. Unit serial number 4. IsoZone C 10. USB Jack 16. Unit ID 5. IsoZone B 11. 12V trigger/IR input 6. IsoZone A 12. 12V trigger/IR output 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Getting Started 2 PH: 720.406
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Placement Installation PowerPlay must be installed in a protected environment away from heat emitting devices. Do not install this unit where it may be exposed to excessive moisture. Ventilation Ensure adequate airflow around the device. Connect to AC The voltage specifications for the PowerPlay can be found on the bottom of the unit. Prior to plugging the unit into the AC power ensure the voltage and frequency of t
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Self Test and When the PowerPlay is plugged into the wall or when it recovers from a power failure it will run a short self test. Power Up Upon completion of the self test PowerPlay may be turned on by pressing the PS Audio blue logo button on the front panel. IP Status Once connected to the internet the PowerPlay’s proprietary internet connection service will auto detect and configure the required settings. An eth
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Log into your account With the unit ID number in hand visit http://powerplay.psaudio.com. If you have not created an account already you will need to do so at this time using the REGISTER link in the upper left corner. If you are a PS Audio dealer and don’t already have an account please contact your account representative to setup the account. Once logged in dealers and their installers will be taken to the Control Pa
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Control Panel – DEALERS AND INSTALLERS ONLY The Control Panel is a dealer or installer’s window to all the PowerPlay devices you have installed. From this screen you may add, edit, or delete both installers and customers. Additionally you may edit your own account information by using the User Information button or the Register Device buttons at the top of the page. In order to add customers to your Control Panel you m
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Device List From the Device List you can identify and select any PowerPlay registered to your account. To control one of your PowerPlays click on the corresponding COMMAND CENTER button. Note: When a PowerPlay offline the COMMAND CENTER button will be grey instead of blue. Although two way communication is not possible you may alter the settings of the device. When the offline unit reconnects all web based changes wi
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 GlobalNet - Control Tab Once you have identified and selected the PowerPlay you would like to control, you will be taken to the CONTROL tab: From the Device CONTROL page you can control the Master Power or reboot any outlet with the click of a button, or use the tabs to drill down for more advanced control. CONTROL (current screen) CONFIGURE ALERTS PERFORMANCE IR CODES 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Gett
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 GlobalNet - Configure Tab The CONFIGURE tab is the most powerful page for your PowerPlay. From this page you can label the devices connected to your PowerPlay, toggle the power for any outlet, set the switch mode for each device, set the priority for battery backup, lock the front panel, dim the display, and alter the output trigger delay. Outlet Labeling You may label each outlet to match the device connected. Typ
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Power Toggle By clicking on the Power Switch you may turn the power to the outlet on or off. Switch Mode You may change the way each outlet interacts with the Master Power button by altering the switch mode as follows. Switched The outlet will follow the state of the Power Button. Delay The outlet will follow the state of the Power Button after a 3 second delay. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Get
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Program Delay The outlet will follow the state of the Power Button after a programmed delay. Note: The Program Delay can only be altered through the web based interfaces, the default is 3 seconds. Reboot The outlet is ALWAYS ON, but may be rebooted through the web interface. Auto Reboot The outlet is ALWAYS ON, may be rebooted from the web interface, and automatically reboots when no web connection
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 UPS Priority When PowerPlay is connected to a PS Audio PowerPack battery backup you may control how each outlet shuts down in a battery backup situation. Using the drop box you may select one of the following options: Low – No battery backup is provided to these outlets in order to quickly reduce the load and extend battery life. Use this setting for amps, subwoofers and other large draw
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 ALERTS One of the most distinguishing features of PowerPlay is its ability to alert you to possible problems with your system. The Email Alerts tab will allow you to configure email alerts. Configuring your email alerts is easy, just check the boxes next to the alerts you wish to receive, enter the email address or addresses you wish them to be sent to and click SAVE CHANGES. Tip: PowerPlay c
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 Performance The Performance tab will allow you to check up on your power conditions and the performance of your PowerPlay. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Getting Started 14 PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com ©2012 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 IR Codes The IR Control tab allows you to setup your PowerPlay to issue IR commands to any connected device as if you were standing there with the original remote for the device. In order for this feature to work you must integrate your PowerPlay with an IR distribution system. If you are not familiar with an IR distribution system call your system integrator for more information. 4826 Sterling Drive, Bo
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® Installation and Operating Instructions Owner’s Reference PowerPlay 8500 There are 4 triggers which can be used to initiate automated IR commands: Master Power On: Follows the power of the PowerPlay. When the main power switch is used to turn on PowerPlay the designated IR commands will be sent. This is also true if power is removed and then reinitiated to PowerPlay. Master Power Off: Also follows the power state of PowerPlay. When the main power switch is use
