Unpacking
Be careful when unpacking your ISOL-8
PowerLine. Store the packaging safely for future
use. It is the ideal method of protecting it from
damage during transport.
Environment
Do not place near sources of heat such as
radiators or in direct sunlight. Avoid abrasive
surfaces as they may damage the finish. A flat
even surface with good ventilation is best.
WARNING! Do not place the PowerLine near
liquids, or place liquid-filled containers near the
unit.
If liquid does come into contact with the
unit there is serious potential for an
electric shock and / or fire hazard.
Immediately pull out the mains plug from
the wall socket.
Contact your dealer to arrange an
inspection before further use.
Connections
Locate the PowerLine as close to a wall outlet as
possible. We recommend using high quality power
cables to make the connections to and from your
PowerLine.
ISOL-8 IsoLink cables are designed specifically to
complement our products and are ideal for this
purpose.
Cables using woven, unscreened construction
may interact with the on board filter and degrade
performance.
Avoid adapters and extension cables and keep
overall cable lengths as short as is practical for
best results.
The PowerLine 1080 has dedicated, high
performance filters for each connected
equipment type. Make sure you connect each
system component to the appropriate labelled
outlet:
Outlet “HIGH CURRENT” is specifically for
integrated and power amplifiers, receivers, video
projectors, subwoofers, media servers or any
other product that may require heavy continuous
or transient power. This outlet is served by a
“direct connection” filter design which avoids any
current restriction.
Outlets “SOURCE 1” and “SOURCE 2” are
for lower power source components such as pre
amplifiers, optical disc players, DACs, tuners,
phono stages or turntables. A high performance
“Transmodal” filter ensures minimum transmitted
noise. Do not use these outlets for high power
loads.
Outlet “LCD/PLASMA” is specifically for
powering video displays. It has an additional filter
stage specifically designed to suppress video
related noise. It can also be used for another
source component if a video display is not being
used. Do not use this outlet for a high power
load.
It is good practice to make all connections to
your PowerLine before applying power.
Operation
The maximum total load connected to the unit
must not exceed 10A.
A 5A T (time delay) fuse protects the SOURCE
and LCD/PLASMA outlets. If the outlets do not
work, check that the fuse in the IEC inlet is intact
and replace with the same type and rating if
necessary.
WARNING! Failure to replace the fuse
with the same type and rating will
invalidate the warranty and may result in
an electric shock and / or fire hazard.
The PowerLine 1080 contains devices that
protect against mains power surges and high
voltage spikes. In very rare cases an unusually
severe event can cause the unit to blow fuses. If
the fuse repeatedly fails, do not use the unit and
contact your ISOL-8 dealer for service.
Your PowerLine should not need servicing during
normal operation. There are no user serviceable
parts inside. Do not open or attempt to repair
the unit.
If you are in any doubt about any aspect of
installation or operation, please consult your
dealer, a qualified electrician or contact ISOL-8
directly for advice.
Cleaning
Dust the unit regularly with a soft cloth or soft
brush. For more stubborn marks use a slightly
damp cloth with a very small amount of mild
detergent such as washing up liquid.
Do not use a wet cloth. Other cleaning or
polishing agents should not be used. Never use
abrasives or alcohol based agents, they will harm
the surface finish.
Do not allow the unit to become wet when
cleaning.
