Monster Power PowerSource Signature HTPS 7000 MKII User manual

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Owner’s Manual
Home Theatre Reference PowerSource™
Signature HTPS 7000 MKII

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Proper Grounding and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
A Note from The Head Monster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Monster Patented Clean Power™ Stages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
The Minds Behind The Monster PowerSource™ Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Monster Signature HTPS 7000 MKII PowerSource Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Hook-Up Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Digital Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Video Outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Analog Audio Outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
High Current Audio Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Outlet Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Over-Voltage and Under-Voltage Audible Alarm Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Coaxial Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Phone/Network Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Remote “DC In” Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Remote “AC In” Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Remote “DC Out” Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Appendix
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and observe the following safety points at all times.
WARNING – Power Sources
Do not plug this PowerSource™ into a power outlet that differs from the source indicated for safe use
on the PowerSource. If you don’t know the type of electrical power that is supplied to your home, consult
your local power company or a qualified electrician.
WARNING – Grounding and Polarization
A. Do not force your PowerSource™ plug into an outlet that is not designed to accept a three-wire grounded-type AC
plug (a three-prong plug). This plug is designed to be inserted into a grounded-type outlet only. If this plug doesn’t
fit directly inside your outlet, do not attempt to force it into the outlet. Never attempt to dismantle
the plug in any way (or to alter the power cord). Do not attempt to defeat the grounding feature by using
a 3-to-2 prong adapter. If you have questions about grounding, consult your local power company
or a qualified electrician.
B. If you use rooftop devices such as satellite dishes, antennas, or any other component with wire that connects
to your PowerSource™, be sure the wire(s) is properly grounded. Use grounding techniques specified in Section
810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada, Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code).
This protects against voltage surges and static charges.
C. Do not place any antenna near overhead power lines or any other power circuit. Do not touch any power line
or power circuit. Doing so may cause severe physical injury or possibly death.
WARNING – Liquid: Avoiding Electrical Shocks
A. Do not operate your Monster PowerSource if liquid of any kind is spilled onto or inside the unit.
B. Do not operate your Monster PowerSource near rain or water that’s spilled or contained
(e.g., bathtub, kitchen or sink).

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WARNING – Power Cord Safety
A. When routing your PowerSource’s AC power cord, do not place it near heavy foot traffic areas
(e.g., hallways, doorways, and floors). Do not create a trip hazard with the power cord.
B. If your power cord’s protective jacket begins to rip or fray, exposing the internal wiring, shielding, etc.,
disconnect it from the power source and discontinue use of the Monster PowerSource immediately.
See the Warranty Information section of this owner’s manual for important details.
WARNING – Storm Precautions
In the event of a lightning storm, it’s always a good idea to disconnect your Monster PowerSource; there is no need
to disconnect your separate components. Make sure that ALL of your components and PC products are protected
with Monster Power.
WARNING – No User Serviceable Parts Inside
If, for any reason, your PowerSource is not operating properly, do not remove any part of the unit (cover, etc.)
for repair. Unplug the unit and consult the Warranty Information section of this owner’s manual
for important details.
CAUTION – Exposure To Heat
Do not expose your PowerSource to direct sunlight or place it near wall heaters, space heaters, or any enclosed
space prone to temperature increase.
CAUTION – Proper Cleaning
In general, the only cleaning necessary for your Monster PowerSource is a light dusting. Unplug your component
from the wall before cleaning it. Do not use any type of liquid or aerosol cleaners.

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PROPER GROUNDING AND INSTALLATION
WARNING – Proper Grounding
Monster PowerSources require a properly grounded outlet for safety and to protect connected equipment.
If you’re not sure if your home’s electrical wiring is properly grounded, have it checked by a qualified electrician.
Important Note – Proper Power and Protection
To completely protect your equipment against electrical surges, every AC power cable, coaxial cable,
phone line and Ethernet line in the system must be connected to an appropriate PowerSource.
Important Note – Proper Protection and the Limited Connected Equipment Warranty
The $750,000 Limited Connected Equipment Warranty becomes invalid if any wire (AC, coax, phone or Ethernet)
or audio or video interconnect leading into the equipment comes from a component that is not properly protected
by the PowerSource. See the Warranty Information section of this owner’s manual for important details.

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A NOTE FROM THE HEAD MONSTER
Dear Enthusiast,
THANK YOU for purchasing the Monster Power® Signature HTPS 7000 MKII Reference PowerSource.
This PowerSource reflects our commitment to creating performance-enhancing solutions for home
theatre systems, so you can enjoy superior sound and picture quality.
As a long-time audiophile and serious home theater enthusiast, I always knew problematic
AC power could degrade picture and sound quality. Unfortunately, ordinary AC power accessories can
compromise the performance of the components they power. So, I decided to address the issue. And,
with the help of Richard Marsh and other power experts, Monster Power was born. This PowerSource’s
advanced technology and innovative design provides several unique performance and convenience
features. Here are the highlights…
The Monster Signature HTPS 7000 MKII does an excellent job of protecting your components from
harmful power surges, but it’s benefits include much more than just surge protection. Exclusive Monster
Dual-Balanced PurePower™ circuitry converts power at ground into pure, balanced power that further
cancels and rejects noise while isolating components from each other, eliminating powerline oscillations.
The patented Monster Clean Power™ filter circuitry virtually stops the electromagnetic and radio
frequency noise that goes right through typical surge protectors which can degrade sound and picture
quality. In addition, your PowerSource also features patented noise isolation circuits that separate analog
audio, video, digital, and ultra-high current audio outlets. The result is high quality sound and picture
that’s free from performance-damaging interference.
Noel Lee

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Other Monster Power breakthroughs include exclusive T2™ automatic disconnect protection circuitry and patented
Tri-Mode™ protection featuring an audible alarm. These features automatically disconnect power from your
electronics if you’re hit by a big surge. We’ve included surge-protected coax, phone, and Ethernet connections
to ensure protection for all of your components. The Signature HTPS 7000 MKII also features a patent pending
color-coding system, which identifies where each component should be connected.
These days, home theater components are better than ever, providing thrilling and dramatic sound and razor sharp
picture. We know your new PowerSource will help bring it all together with Clean Power and superior system
protection. With Monster Power, you’ll enjoy the best possible sound and picture. And, that’s what home theater
is all about.
Noel Lee
The Head Monster