Black Lion Audio PG-1 Type C User manual

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This manual provides general information, preparation for
use, installation and operating instructions for the Black Lion
Audio PG-1 Type C Power Conditioner.
The information contained in this manual is subject to
change without notice. Black Lion Audio makes no warran-
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limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and t-
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PG-1 Type C
Studio-grade power conditioner and surge protector
Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat regis-
ters, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety. If the pro-
vided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particular-
ly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus. If the power cord becomes frayed, stop using
immediately.
11. Use only attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specied by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid in-
jury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is re-
quired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been ex-
posed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
15. This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and
no object lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
16. Note that this apparatus is not completely disconnected from the
AC mains service when the power switch is in the OFF position.
17. The mains plug or power inlet on the product is used as the discon-
nect device, so the disconnected device shall remain readily opera-
ble when reconnected.
18. Any changes or modications not expressly approved in this manu-
al could void your authority to operate this apparatus.
IMPORTANT !
Be sure to use the correct AC cable that properly ts the power
source. Please use the correct fuse designated on the rear panel be-
fore plugging in the power cord. Improper selection can result in dam-
age to the unit that will not be covered under the warranty.
The lightning ash with an arrow-
head symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsu-
lated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may
be of sucient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
The Black Lion Audio PG-1 Type C complies with all applicable / RoHS/
WEEE European Union directives.
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, as it will void your warran-
ty. Please check your unit carefully upon receipt and return to place
of purchase immediately if there are any problems with the product.
After that, the standard Black Lion Audio 3 YEAR warranty will apply
to defects in materials and workmanship.
INTERNATIONAL
For service or warranty assistance, please contact the Black Lion Au-
dio distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you pur-
chased this product.
LIMITED 3 YEAR WARRANTY
Black Lion Audio’s PG-1 Type C is warranted by Black Lion Audio to
be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of
THREE (3) YEARS to the original purchaser. In the event of such defects,
the product will be repaired without charge or, at our option, replaced
with a new one if delivered to Black Lion Audio prepaid, together with a
copy of the sales slip or other proof of purchase date. The warranty ex-
cludes problems due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage or failure
to use the product in accordance with the specications.
All parts and labor are covered under this Limited Warranty. However,
if it is determined by Black Lion Audio that the device was damaged or
made defective through abuse, we reserve the right to charge the cus-
tomer for the cost of the repair.
Black Lion Audio shall not be liable for damages based upon inconve-
nience, loss of use of the product, loss of time, interrupted operation or
commercial loss or any other damages, whether incidental, consequen-
tial or otherwise. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you
may have other rights, which will vary from state to state.
This warranty is not transferable.
ENGINEERING OBJECTIVES
We wanted to build a world class power conditioner worthy of use with
our classic studio gear. Many units on the market today do not strive for
the absolute minimum of noise on the AC outputs. We included high
grade Japanese power supply caps, high quality lm caps and generally
the best construction we could manage.
Since every studio’s objective is a noise free signal chain, we feel it is
important to start at the source. Clean power equals clean sound. Also,
with the costly investment in all of that cool gear, protection from harm-
ful surges and degradation in wiring is important.
We have included separate outputs for both analog and digital equip-
ment to prevent cross contamination of noise. As true gearheads, we
designed this to meet the most critical objectives. We hope you enjoy it.
QUICK START GUIDE
Once you have installed your PG-1 Type C where you need it, plug it in to
an appropriate power source. If you are not sure your source is correct,
consult with your local power company.
Plug in your equipment to the correct outlets on the PG-1 Type C.
Turn on the power. The digital and analog outlets are switched with a
delay sequence. The digital and analog outputs turn on with the power
switch and turn off after a six second delay. The high current outputs
turn on after six seconds and turn off with the power switch. This allows
any startup sequences to be nished before the high current devices
are turned on.
1. ON/OFF Switch: Once the PG-1 Type C is plugged into a grounded
220VAC outlet, turning the front panel POWER switch to the ON
position will sequentially power the components plugged into the
rear panel outlets.
2. GROUND OK: When this is on, the PG-1 Type C is plugged into a
properly grounded power source. If the LED is not on, unplug the
unit from the power source and correct the fault.
3. Wiring Fault: This indicates the LINE and NEUTRAL wires in the
source are reversed. Unplug the unit immediately and consult an
electrician to x the fault.
4. Clean Power On: This LED indicates that the PG-1 Type C is provid-
ing clean, beautiful AC power to all connected components.
5. Abnormal Voltage: When this LED is ON, the PG-1 Type C is warning
about under/over voltage (greater than 240VAC or less than 200VAC).
6. Protection ON: When this LED is on, the PG-1 Type C’s power surge
circuitry is functioning correctly. If this LED is OFF, the circuit has
malfunctioned. If it is OFF, unplug the unit immediately.
7. Digital Filter (Switched) Outlets: These outlets have a special lter
circuit that is designed to reduce AC supply interference to your
digital components (workstation, digital effects, etc.). They also
isolate the rest of your system from noise generated by the digital
components themselves.
8. Analog Audio Filter (Switched) Outlets: These outlets have a spe-
cial lter circuit that reduces audible noise in your analog compo-
nents (mixers, dynamic effects, etc.)
9. High Current Filter (Timed) Outlets: These outlets have a special
lter circuit designed to handle high current components like power
ampliers or Active Speakers.
10. Gold-plated ground post: Provides a connection point for any un-
grounded components.
11. Thermal Circuit Breaker: protects the PG-1 Type C from power
overload.
12. Breaker Open: When this LED is on, the thermal circuit breaker has
tripped due to an overload. Before resetting the breaker, nd the
reason for the overload.
13. Powercon Locking Inlet: Plug in the high power, heavy duty AC ca-
ble to maximize power transfer to high current components such as
ampliers.
14. Dimmer: This know controls a exible accessory light. Push on/off
and turn clockwise for brightness.
15. 12V XLR Lamp Socket: Provides 12VDC on PIN-2 to an accessory
lamp.
16. Numerical Display: Three-character LED displays the line voltage
at the source.
17. Unswitched Convenience Outlets: These are ‘always on’ ltered
power outlets.
Note: For best performance we recommend plugging analog compo-
nents into the analog outlets and digital to digital. It will not harm any
components if they are plugged into any other outlet.
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage 220VAC 25A max
AC Mains Input Type C Plug
Dimensions Width 438mm (19”)
Height 44mm (1U)
Depth 250mm
On with panel switch
off after six seconds
On after six seconds
off with panel switch
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