Furman P-1400 AR E Prestige Series User manual

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P-1400 AR E OWNER’S MANUAL
P-1400 AR E GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR
P-1400 AR E
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
DEUTSCH
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РУССКИЙ
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P-1400 AR E HANDBUCHTEXT
P-1400 AR E ТЕКСТ ИНСТРУКЦИИ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ

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FURMAN P-1400 AR E FEATURES
True RMS Voltage Regulaon • -A 6 amp ultra-low noise toroidal autoformer with microprocessor control
SMP• (Series Mul-Stage Protecon) with EVS (Extreme Voltage Shutdown)
LiFT• (Linear Filtering Technology) with zero ground contaminaon
Ten total regulated, ltered and protected rear panel AC outlets and one front panel convenience outlet•
Very low stray magnec eld leakage•
230V or 240V output (switchable)•
Dimmable/Switchable true RMS digital ammeter and laboratory precise voltmeter•
Tri-color voltage range indicator (complements numerical voltage reading - even when viewed at a distance from the display)•
Front panel USB connector charges most portable media devices and cell phones•
BNC connector on the rear panel allows you to aach any standard (12VAC 0.5 amp) gooseneck lamp to illuminate the rear of •
your rack (Furman GN-I and GN-LED accessory gooseneck lamps (sold separately) are recommended for this applicaon)
6 amp (1400 wa) maximum current capacity•
Detachable 2.5 meter AC cord with Schuko plug (standard) •
Five year limited warranty•
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Furman Presge Series Voltage Regulator/Power Condioner, and congratulaons on your choice. The
Presge Series P-1400 AR E features Furman’s True RMS Auto Regulaon, Series Mul-Stage Protecon (SMP) circuit, and our exclusive
Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT). Together, these technologies comprise precisely what our customers have grown to expect from
Furman: uncompromised protecon and puricaon. The P-1400 AR E has been precisely engineered to more than meet the crical
demands of recording studios, broadcast facilies, and discerning musicians alike.
The Furman P-1400 AR E is intended to protect sensive electronic equipment from problems caused by AC line voltage irregularies—
brownouts or over-voltages that can cause audio tonal changes, digital equipment malfuncon (such as loss of MIDI programs or other
data), or, in extreme cases, permanent damage. It accepts input voltages between 188V-270V and converts them to a steady, stable
output of either 230V or 240V (switchable), plus or minus 10 volts. Voltages approximately ±10% beyond that range may be converted
to usable levels, depending on the requirements of the equipment. This stable voltage protects equipment and allows opmal
performance. If you frequently move your rack to dierent locaons, derive power from generators, use excessively long extension
cords, travel internaonally, or are in an area prone to brownouts, you will benet from the use of a Furman P-1400 AR E.
DESCRIPTION
True RMS Voltage Regulaon Technology
True RMS Voltage Regulaon is designed around an ultra-low noise eight-tap toroidal autoformer. A microprocessor within the P-1400
AR E monitors the incoming RMS voltage with each cycle, measuring the phase angle in me with the advancing cycle. Most com-
mercial voltage regulators using mulple-tapped transformers switch taps at uncontrolled mes. This creates voltage spikes and clicks
that can leak into audio. When a voltage uctuaon requires correcon by the P-1400 AR E, True RMS Voltage Regulaon advances a
new tap with less stress and in turn avoids distoron to the AC waveform. Hysteresis in the P-1400 AR E circuits avoids the unneces-
sary switching back and forth between the adjacent taps (or “chaer”) found in many commercial voltage regulators. If necessary,
True RMS Voltage Regulaon technology can switch taps as oen as once each cycle and do so with a shorter recovery me than a
commercial voltage regulator. In addion and unlike voltage regulators that employ ferroresonant transformers, the P-1400 AR E is not
sensive to small errors in line frequency, making it ideal for use with generators.
The P-1400 AR E has ten outlets on the rear panel and one convenience outlet on the front panel. All are funconally interchangeable.
The outlets are regulated, surge-suppressed, and linearly ltered, making the unit a full-funcon power condioner. The autoformer’s
toroidal design assures minimal leakage of stray magnec elds.
Note: P-1400 AR E is for use with AC voltage only. DC voltages should never be applied. Also, it does not change or regulate line
Frequency. The output frequency will always be the same as the incoming frequency.
SMP (Series Mul-Stage Protecon) with EVS (Extreme Voltage Shutdown)
Furman’s SMP (Series Mul-Stage Protecon) surge suppression virtually eliminates service calls and costly “down me”. Tradional
surge suppression circuits sacrice themselves when exposed to mulple transient voltage spikes, requiring the dismantling of your
system and repair of your surge suppressor. Not so with Furman’s SMP. With SMP, damaging transient voltages are safely absorbed,
clamped, and dissipated. Your connected equipment is protected, while your P-1400 AR E protects itself!

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Unique to Furman’s SMP is its unparalleled clamping voltage. While other designs oer clamping voltages that are well above 330
Vpk, Furman’s SMP clamps at 376 Vpk, (266 VAC RMS) even when tested with mulple 6000 Vpk - 3000 amp surges! This unprec-
edented level of protecon is only available with Furman’s SMP technology. Addionally, Furman’s trusted EVS (Extreme Voltage
Shutdown) circuitry protects against catastrophic overvoltage condions (such as all-too-frequent accidental connecons to 300+
VAC or an intermient neutral) by shung o the incoming power unl the overvoltage condion is corrected and the power
switch is reset.
LiFT (Linear Filtering Technology)
Furman’s Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT) reduces AC line noise in an even, linear manner across a very wide bandwidth, resulng
in a lower noise oor. Tradional AC lter - condioners have been designed for unrealisc laboratory condions - whether mulple
pole lters or convenonal series mode, prior technologies could actually harm audio and video performance more than they help,
due to the resonant peaking of their anquated, non-linear designs. Under certain condions, these designs can actually add more
than 10 dB of noise to the incoming AC line! Worse sll, lost digital data, the need to re-boot digital pre-sets, or destroyed digital
converters are frequently caused by excessive voltage spikes and AC noise contaminang the equipment ground. Furman’s LiFT
takes a dierent approach, ensuring opmal performance through linear ltering with no contaminaon, or leakage, to ground.
Addional Features
Addionally, the P-1400 AR E oers a laboratory precision dual funcon digital meter that displays incoming voltage in 1-volt steps
and performs as a RMS ammeter measuring current to 1/10 of an amp. The voltmeter’s accuracy is ±1.5 volts and features a tri-
color voltage range indicator. This informs the user whether voltage is in or out of a safe range. The ammeter accurately measures
current draw for an instant analysis of system requirements.
The P-1400 AR E is equipped with eleven regulated outlets; a front panel convenience AC outlet and ten rear panel outlets. All rear
panel outlet banks are electrically isolated from each other to minimize cross-talk between components.
The P-1400 AR E’s 6 amp capacity is supplied from a detachable 2.5 meter AC cord with Schuko plug (standard). A rear mounted
BNC jack accepts any standard (12VAC 0.5 amp) gooseneck lamp for rear rack illuminaon
SAFETY INFORMATION
To obtain best results from your Furman P-1400 AR E, please read this manual carefully before using.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. Dangerous high voltages are present inside
the enclosure. Do not remove the cover. Refer servicing to qualied personnel only. The lightning ash with an arrowhead symbol
is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of suf-
cient magnitude to constute a risk of electric shock!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(Please read prior to installaon)
1. Please read and observe all safety and operang instrucons before installing your P-1400 AR E. Retain these instrucons for
future reference.
2. Your P-1400 AR E should not be used near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
3. Do not place your P-1400 AR E near high heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances that produce
extreme heat.
4. Route the AC power cord and other cables so that they are not likely to be walked on, tripped over, or stressed. Pay parcular at-
tenon to the condion of the cords and cables at the plugs, and the point where they exit your Furman condioner. To prevent risk
of re or injury, damaged cords and cables should be replaced immediately.
5. Clean your P-1400 AR E with a damp cloth only. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners. Never pour liquid on or into the unit.

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6. Your P-1400 AR E should be serviced by qualied service personnel when:
• The power supply cord or the plug has been frayed, kinked, or cut.
• Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into the unit.
• The unit has been exposed to rain or extreme moisture.
• The unit does not appear to operate normally.
• The “Protecon OK” indicator is not lit.
• The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure has been damaged.
7. Connecng your P-1400 AR E to a grounded AC service outlet is highly recommended. Though not necessary for the product to
funcon, It will help to avoid any possibility of electrical shock if connected equipment fails for any reason.
8. Do not aempt to service your P-1400 AR E beyond what is described in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to quali-
ed service personnel.
INSTALLATION
Because of the toroidal transformer design, the Furman P-1400 AR E may be posioned near most other equipment without fear that
the other equipment will be disrupted by leakage of a strong 50/60 Hz magnec eld. Nevertheless, suggested rack locaons would be
either at the top or boom.
As with any rackmount equipment, be sure to use 10-32 machine screws for mounng in the rack’s tapped holes (this is not a metric
size). In parcular, beware of 10-24 screws, which may t if forced but which will strip the threads. To avoid marring the front panel
nish, use plasc washers under the screw heads.
OPERATION
Dimmable/Switchable Digital Voltage and True RMS Current Meter:
Furman’s laboratory precision AC digital voltmeter connually measures incoming voltages within a typical tolerance of +/-1.5VAC. It
should be noted that the voltage reading is determined by the incoming AC source.
The Furman True RMS Current Meter constantly measures the total circuit AC load, with a typical tolerance of +/-0.5 amp. Because
the meter features True RMS technology, the current readings are accurate regardless of load condions (capacive, inducve, or
resisve).
To switch between voltage and current, press the buon labeled “Line Voltage/Current”. To change the display intensity, hold this but-
ton down for two seconds to cycle through the 3 stages of brightness.
Voltage Range Indicator:
This tri-color Voltage Range indicator is located in the lower le corner of the digital voltage meter lens assembly. When the incoming
AC voltage is within a capture range of 182-262V (230V output seng – 188-270 @ 240V output seng) the tri-color indicator will be
green (opmal), indicang the unit is in regulaon. However, if the regulator encounters a temporary transient condion the indicator
will turn amber (cauon). This amber indicaon appears when there are excessive changes or sudden swings at the input (+/-20 volts).
If the incoming voltage is beyond the P-1400 AR E capture range (see above), the indicator will turn red. Red warnings indicate the
incoming voltage is far from opmal and beyond the capture range oering a constant 230V (or 240V switchable). In this condion,
the P-1400 AR E will connue to regulate from the last tap of the autoformer, providing an output voltage as close to 230V (or 240V) as
possible (e.g. an input voltage of 180V would equate to 221V at output – in the 230V switched output seng). When employing the
P-1400 AR E in mission crical applicaons where 230V is the primary concern, the red indicaon is invaluable.
Ultra-Low Resistance Magnec Power Switch / Circuit Breaker:
Furman’s Presge Series 6 amp capacity power switch / circuit breaker is specically designed to stand up to the enormous high in-
rush current demands of many power ampliers. If the 6 amp maximum RMS current capacity of the P-1400 AR E is exceeded, the
spring tensioned switch will immediately reset to the “0” posion. You will need to switch back to the “1” posion once the problem
is corrected (typically by eliminang one component), or unl the RMS current does not exceed 6 amps - 1400 was.
Total Current Capacity (maximum and minimum load):
The P-1400 AR E can handle loads totaling up to 6 amperes as long as the input voltage is equal to or above 230 volts (or; 240V with
the 240V output seng). For voltages below that level, its capacity must be de-rated at approximately 113 milliamperes per volt. (See
graphs on back page.) As a praccal maer, therefore, to cope successfully with worst-case brownout condions, you should plan your
total load so that it does not exceed approximately 5 amps, or 1200 was. Please note that this refers to the aggregate power require-

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ment of all equipment plugged into the P-1400 AR E, not to each individual item.
Extreme Voltage Shutdown Indicator:
The Extreme Voltage LED indicator is normally o. It is located within the meter lens assembly directly above the blue voltage me-
ters LED’s, though during normal use it will NOT be visible.
The Extreme Voltage indicator monitors a hazard common in the entertainment industry, as well as remote broadcast: wiring faults,
such as accidental connecon to 300+ VAC where 230VAC is expected, or an open series neutral from a mul-phase electrical ser-
vice. The Furman EVS circuit senses voltages that are so high that operaon would be impossible and shuts the power down before
damage can occur.
Upon inially applying power to the P-1400 AR E, the Extreme Voltage indicator will illuminate to a bright red if the input voltage
is above the extreme voltage cuto. When this occurs, power will not be applied to the P-1400 AR E’s outlets. If the unit has been
operang with an acceptable input voltage and subsequently that voltage exceeds 275V, it will shut o power to the outlets and the
Extreme Voltage LED will light.
Note: If the mains power is above the high cuto voltage and has caused the EVS circuit to remove power from the Furman’s outlets,
it cannot restore power without the operator manually turning the unit o, then on again. Avoid turning the unit back on without
rst checking the source of the problem and perhaps changing the AC source.
Protecon OK Indicator:
Although the Furman SMP circuit assures virtually maintenance free protecon from transient voltage spikes and surges, nature has
a way of occasionally creang electrical forces that are beyond the capabilies of ANY TVSS device to absorb without some degree
of damage (such as a direct lightning hit in an outdoor applicaon). In the rare instance that this occurs, the green “Protecon OK”
LED indicator (located to the lower right of the voltage meter) will not illuminate. If this happens, some level of protecon from
voltage surges will remain, but the Furman’s clamping voltage rang will be compromised. The unit must be returned to Furman.
USB Charger:
The Furman P-1400 AR E’s USB charger provides an easy way to recharge many popular electronic accessories as well as cellular
communicaon devices by simply plugging the re-charge cord into the front panel socket.
Note: As there are currently many standards for USB, some devices may not be compable with our charger.
Rear BNC Connector:
The Furman P-1400 AR E features a rear rack BNC socket which will accept any 12 VAC (0.5A) gooseneck lamp assembly, (such as the
Furman GN-LED or GN-I). Simply slide the BNC plug over the socket and rotate clockwise unl the connector snaps into the locked
posion. The rear rack lamp can be powered on or o with the rear light switch which is adjacent to the BNC connector.
Isolated Outlet Banks:
The Furman P-1400 AR E features ten rear-panel outlets in 2 isolated banks. If you are connecng digital and analog equipment to
the P-1400 AR E, it is recommended to connect the analog equipment to “Bank A” and digital equipment to “Bank B” (or vice-versa)
to minimize electrical crosstalk.
TROUBLESHOOTING
1.) Symptom: No power to the AC outlets; “Protecon OK” indicator is not lit.
Possible Cause: Either the AC outlet to which your P-1400 AR E is connected has no AC voltage present, or there has been damage
to the unit’s circuitry.
Acon Needed: Plug the P-1400 AR E into an AC receptacle where a nominal 230 VAC is present. If the problem persists, the inter-
nal circuitry may be damaged and the unit will require factory service (see “Service” secon below).
2.) Symptom: Extreme Voltage indicator lit.
Possible Cause: Input voltage is above 275 volts causing power to the unit’s outlets to be shut down.
SERVICE
Quesons or issues with your Furman unit should be directed to the Furman Customer Service Department, available 8AM-4PM
Pacic Time at [phone] or via email at [email protected]. If a unit requires service, it must have an RA number

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assigned from Furman’s Customer Service Department.
Before returning any equipment for repair, please be sure that it is adequately packed and cushioned against damage in shipment, and
that it is insured. We suggest that you save the original packaging and use it to ship the product for servicing. Also, please enclose a
brief note giving your name, address, phone number and a descripon of the problem. Please display your RA number prominently on
the front of all packages.
5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
SAVE YOUR SALES RECEIPT! The receipt is your proof of purchase and conrms the product was purchased at an authorized Furman
dealer. It will need to be submied to Furman in order to process any warranty claims.
Furman, a brand of Panamax Inc., warrants its P-1400 AR E (the “Product”) as follows:
Furman warrants to the original purchaser of the product that the product sold hereunder will be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of ve years from the date of purchase. If the product does not conform to this Limited Warranty during the
warranty period (as herein above specied), purchaser shall nofy Furman of the claimed defects by calling 707-763-1010 or via email
([email protected]). If the defects are of such type and nature as to be covered by this warranty, Furman shall authorize
purchaser to return the product to Furman headquarters. Warranty claims MUST be accompanied by a copy of the original purchase
invoice or receipt showing the purchase date. Shipping charges to Furman headquarters must be prepaid by the purchaser of the
product. Furman shall, at its own expense, furnish a replacement product or, at Furman’s opon, repair the defecve product. Return
shipping charges back to purchaser will be paid by Furman.
THE FOREGOING IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Furman does not warrant against damages or defects arising out of improper use or abnormal handling of the product, or against
defects or damages arising from improper installaon. This warranty shall be cancelable by Furman at its sole discreon if the product
is modied in any way without wrien authorizaon from Furman or Panamax Inc. This warranty also does not apply to products upon
which repairs have been aected or aempted by persons other than pursuant to wrien authorizaon by Furman or Panamax Inc.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. The sole and exclusive obligaon of Furman shall be to repair or replace the defecve product in
the manner and for the period provided above. Furman shall not have any other obligaon with respect to the products or any part
thereof, whether based on contract, tort, strict liability or otherwise. Under no circumstances, whether based on this Limited Warranty
or otherwise, shall Furman be liable for incidental, special, or consequenal damages. This Limited Warranty states the enre obliga-
on of Furman with respect to the product. If any part of this Limited Warranty is determined to be void or illegal, the remainder shall
remain in full force and eect.

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SPECIFICATIONS
MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT: 6 amps @ 230 volts (230V output seng - 240V @ 240V output seng)
LINE CORD: Detachable 2.5 meter, black cord with Schuko plug (standard)
BNC SOCKET WITH SWITCH FOR REAR RACK LAMP: 12VAC 500mA max (lamp not included)
IN REGULATION RANGE: 182 to 262 VAC (230V output seng), 188 to 270 VAC (240V output seng)
OVER VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN: 275 VAC nominal
SPIKE PROTECTION MODES: Line to neutral, zero ground leakage
SPIKE CLAMPING VOLTAGE: 376 VAC peak @ 3,000 amps
RESPONSE TIME: 1 nanosecond
MAXIMUM SURGE CURRENT: 6,500 AMPS
NOISE ATTENUATION: 10 dB @ 10kHz, 40 dB @ 100kHz, 50 dB @ 500kHz
DIMENSIONS: 19” W x 12.0” D x 1.745” H
WEIGHT: 9.5 kg.
POWER CONSUMPTION: (No load) 5 Was
P-1400 AR E FRONT PANEL
P-1400 AR E REAR PANEL
convenience outlet
bnc lamp connector bnc lamp power switch
isolated ac outlet bank a isolated ac outlet bank b
Detachable 2.5 meter, black
cord with Schuko plug
voltmeter/ammeter toggle
and meter dimmer
(hold to select brightness)
master
power switch
digital led voltmeter and status
indicators
usb
charger
230
voltage select
230V/240V output

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AR VOLTAGE RANGE
AR OUTPUT CURRENT RANGE