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Monster Power HTS 5100 Owner's Manual

Monster Power HTS 5100 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 ® Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter ™ HTS 5100 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Design Minds Behind the Monster PowerCenter ........
  • Page 3 Do not plug your Monster PowerCenter into a power outlet that differs from the source indicated for safe use on the Monster 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 – Liquid: To Avoid Electrical Shocks Do not operate your Monster PowerCenter if liquid of any kind is spilled onto or inside the unit. Do not operate your Monster PowerCenter near rain or water that’s spilled or openly exposed (e.g., bathtub, kitchen or bathroom sink).
  • Page 5 (cover, etc.,) for repair. Unplug the unit and consult this owner’s manual for warranty and service information. 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).
  • Page 6 CAUTION – Proper Grounding Monster PowerCenters require a properly grounded 3-wire outlet for safety and to protect connected equipment. If your AC outlet is improperly wired (no ground or reverse polarity), the green ”GROUND OK” LED light on the front panel of the Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter HTS 5100 will not light up.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The result is high quality picture and sound that’s free from performance-damaging interference. 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 such as DBS.Your PowerCenter also features an exclusive color-coding...

  • Page 8: Monster's Patented Clean Power Stages

    Clean Power stage, the more isolation between connected equipment for maximum component-generated noise rejection. HTS 5100 features Clean Power v.2.0 Stage 4 for the best possible possible performance. Clean Power Stage 4: Five ultra-advanced isolated filters including two separate digital filters for separate...

  • Page 9: The Design Minds Behind The Monster 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 Noel Lee – Noel Lee is best known for popularizing the concept of high performance audio cable over 20 years ago with his creation of Monster Cable. Originally a laser-fusion design engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and later a touring musician, Noel has invented or co-invented over 125 U.S.

  • Page 11: Content Checklist

    Before You Begin Before you do anything, make sure you have everything you need to enjoy the high performance of your Monster PowerCenter. You’ll need the following items to get started: 1) This owner’s manual. 2) Your favorite pen or a computer with an Internet browser (for registering your warranty information).

  • Page 12: Hookup Guide

    You can use this feature as a phone splitter, however. If the “PHONE IN USE – OUT 1” LED is on, the phone or Pay-Per-View device plugged into the OUT 1 outlet is in use and Monster’s Access Control Unit disengages the OUT 2 outlet.
  • Page 13 STEP 2 Outlet Programming NOTE: All PowerCenter outlets located on the rear panel are programmable. In order to program each outlet pair, you must use the recessed slide switches (fig.2). There are two recessed slide switches for each outlet pair that enable you to program between ”unswitched“, ”switched on“, and ”switched on after delay“...
  • Page 14 A) Outlet Pair Always On (Unswitched): For components (including your VCR, TV, etc.) that need to retain memory, set left slide switch to UNSWITCHED and the right slide switch to either DELAY or NO DELAY (fig. 2a). B) Outlet Pair Switched On: Set the left slide switch to SWITCHED and the right slide switch to NO DELAY. (fig.
  • Page 15 STEP 3 Remote AC Control Hookups NOTE: This feature allows you to turn on/off your PowerCenter via your A/V receiver or preamplifier. You can’t turn off the PowerCenter using the front panel OFF button when the unit is operating in the REMOTE mode. A) Plug the Remote AC Control Cord’s (included) female end into back of your PowerCenter (see diagram below).
  • Page 16 STEP 4 Remote DC Control Hookups NOTE: This feature allows you to turn on/off your PowerCenter via your Home Automated Control System. A component you don’t want powered constantly (such as your projector or surround amplifier) can be plugged into one of the PowerCenter’s outlets programmed as “switched on” or “switched on after delay” and be remotely activated when needed.
  • Page 17 STEP 5 Coaxial Outlet Hookup NOTE: You will need additional coaxial cables to connect the PowerCenter to your components with coaxial/RF connections. Protect Cable TV, Satellite, and Antenna Connections as Follows: CABLE TV From grounding block (connected to incoming To TV, VCR, or cable box cable TV line)* SATELLITE From grounding block...
  • Page 18 This way, power amplifiers are turned on last and turned off first, preventing the “thump” from getting to your speakers. See “STEP 2: Outlet Programming” (page 7) for details. A) Attach a Monster Power ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into ®...
  • Page 19 You can plug any type of low current analog audio component (e.g., preamplifier, tape deck) into the corresponding PROCESSOR or RECEIVER outlet. A) Attach a Monster Power ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into ®...
  • Page 20 120-volt wall socket and the OUTLET PROGRAMMING SWITCHES for the outlet pair are set to “unswitched”. You can plug any type of analog video component (e.g., VCR, camcorder) into these two Video AC outlets. A) Attach a Monster Power ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate ®...
  • Page 21 Isolated Clean Power v.2.0 Stage 4 Digital Filter: Optimized to reduce noise generated by digital equipment. Isolates digital components from connected digital, analog audio and video components for maximum rejection of interference. HTS 5100 features two isolated filters to accommodate different digital sources. NOTE: You can plug any type of digital component (e.g., CD player, DVD player, MiniDisc player, digital camcorder)
  • Page 22 C) DVD: If you have a DVD player, plug its power cord into the corresponding DVD outlet. If you are using a LaserDisc player, you can also plug it into this outlet. If you have a LaserDisc player and a DVD player, you can plug either component into any of these four AC outlets designed for digital components.
  • Page 23 Using a Phillips screwdriver, turn the two Phillips screws (not included) clockwise until tight. D) Repeat steps B and C for installation of the rack ear on the right side of the PowerCenter. HTS 5100 Rack Ears...

  • Page 24: Grounding Your Cable Tv, Satellite Dish, And Antenna Connections

    GROUNDING YOUR CABLE TV, SATELLITE DISH, AND ANTENNA CONNECTIONS IMPORTANT NOTE: Improper grounding can easily result in surge damage, regardless of the Clean Power ™ filters and surge protection provided by your PowerCenter. Proper grounding can only be accomplished by using a special grounding block attached to a cold water pipe or copper ground rod driven into the ground.

  • Page 25: Hts 5100 Features

    HTS 5100 FEATURES PLEASE TURN TO PAGE 20 FOR DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT FEATURES PROTECTION U N SW ITC H ED SW ITC H ED TI M ED W IRIN G G RO U N D CLEAN PO W ER ABNOR M AL...
  • Page 26 4. Timed On LED: Indicates components plugged into the outlets programmed as “switched on after delay” will receive power after a delay. 5. Wiring OK LED: Indicates that polarity is correct on AC lines. If the LED is off, unplug the HTS 5100 and consult an electrician.
  • Page 27 NOTE: After a powerline or lightning surge, the HTS 5100 may provide an audio tone from the internal buzzer. If the surge protect light is off, the unit will no longer provide surge protection.
  • Page 28 NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGES 19 17.High Current Audio Filter: For high current audio components such as power amplifiers and receivers, special filter circuit to reduce noise from the AC power line that would degrade the audio performance and to optimize high current demand.
  • Page 29 300 Power Cord: For maximum power delivery ™ and easy reach to outlets. 29. Monster Power Color-Coded Audio/Video ID Labels: For easy identification of your components and where they’re connected. 30. Ground Post: Provides a ground reference point for ungrounded components.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM – The PowerCenter is not receiving power. Possible Cause #1 The PowerCenter is not turned on. Possible Solutions • Press the ON button on the PowerCenter. • Make sure the PowerCenter’s AC power plug is plugged into a properly grounded 120V wall outlet.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Possible Cause #3 The PowerCenter’s power cord is plugged into an outlet on the back of one of your components and the component is not turned On. Possible Solution • Turn on the component. NOTE: For the best possible performance, plug the PowerCenter into a wall outlet, not an outlet on another component.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Possible Cause #2 PowerCenter is plugged into a switched outlet on a component which is not turned on. The PowerCenter will not receive power and therefore will not provide power to the components plugged into the PowerCenter’s outlets. Possible Solution •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) PROBLEM – The ”UNSWITCHED ON“ LED is off. Possible Cause The PowerCenter is not plugged into a properly grounded AC outlet. Possible Solution • Plug the PowerCenter into a properly grounded 120V outlet. PROBLEM – The ”SWITCHED ON“ LED is off. Possible Cause #1 You are using the Remote AC Control feature (see page 9) and haven’t plugged the Remote AC Control Cord into either the PowerCenter’s corresponding outlet or the component you wish to activate the Remote AC Control feature.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Possible Cause #2 You are using the Remote DC Control feature (see page 10) and haven’t plugged a 1/8” mini-plug cable into either the PowerCenter’s corresponding outlet or the component you wish to activate the Remote DC Control feature. Possible Solution •...
  • Page 35 Possible Cause #2 You are using the Remote DC Control feature (see page 10) and haven’t plugged a 1/8” mini-plug cable into either the PowerCenter’s corresponding outlet or the component you wish to activate the Remote DC Control feature. Possible Solution •...

  • Page 36: 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, which isolates 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 37 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q. Will it harm a component to plug it into an outlet that it’s not designated to power, like a high power amplifier into an outlet marked for TV? A. No. However, you may not realize the full performance potential of the component. Q.
  • Page 38 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 39 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 40 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 41: B. Warranty Information

    Connected Equipment Warranty Monster Cable Products, Inc. will replace, or, at its option, pay to repair or pay the fair market value of equipment that is damaged by an AC power, cable, telephone, or lightning surge while connected to a properly installed Monster Cable Products surge protector, 5 years from the date of purchase from an Authorized Monster Power Dealer.
  • Page 42 THE ABOVE ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL MONSTER CABLE PRODUCTS, INC. BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES.
  • Page 43 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 44 7. If it is determined that the damage was caused by the Monster Power product, Monster Cable Products, Inc., 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 45 APPENDIX C How to Contact Us Write to us at: Monster Power 455 Valley Drive Brisbane, CA 94005 Visit us on the web at: monstercable.com Call us toll-free at: 877/800-8989...
  • Page 46 Classic Rock o Alternative o Classical o R&B o Rap o Country o New Age Instrumental o Jazz o Blues o Pop o Oldies o Other_____________________________ 4. Did you buy this Monster PowerCenter with a new system or component? o Yes o No...
  • Page 47 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 48 NOTES...
  • Page 49 NOTES...
  • Page 50 HTS 5100 is protected ™ under U.S. Pat. No. 5,589,718. Other Patents Pending. ”Monster“ ”Monster Cable“ ”Monster Power“ ”Clean Power“ ”PowerLine” and ”PowerCenter“ are registered and unregistered trademarks of Monster Cable Products, Inc. © Monster Cable 2001 All Rights Reserved.

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