Monster Power HDP 1250G+ Installation guide

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HDP 1250G+
HIGH DEFINITION POWERCENTER™
Instructions and Warranty Information
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HDP 1250G+ HIGH DEFINITION POWERCENTER™
Instructions and Warranty Information
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Table of Contents Page
Important Safety Information ..................................................................5
Proper Grounding and Installation ..............................................................6
A Note From The Head Monster ...............................................................7
Monster GreenPower™Plus ...................................................................8
Fireproof MOV Technology ..................................................................8
Monster T2™Technology ....................................................................9
Advanced Tri-Mode®Surge Protection ............................................................9
Monster Clean Power®Filtering ...............................................................10
The Minds Behind the Monster PowerCenter™Design ................................................11
Monster HDP 1250G+ PowerCenter™Features ....................................................12
Hook-Up Guide
High-Definition Digital Outlet Hook-Up ........................................................14
Monster GreenPower Plus Outlet Management Operation ...........................................15
Monster GreenPower Plus Outlet Management Hook-Up ............................................16
GreenPower Plus Factory Settings ...........................................................16
Coaxial Connections Hook-Up .............................................................17
Phone and Network Connections Hook-Up .....................................................18
Troubleshooting .........................................................................19
Specifications ..........................................................................21
Limited Warranty for Consumers ..............................................................22
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Please read and observe the following safety points at all times.
WARNING—Power Sources
Do not plug this PowerCenter™into a power outlet
that differs from the source indicated for safe use on the
PowerCenter. 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
ADo not force your PowerCenter 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.
BIf you use rooftop devices such as satellite dishes, antennas,
or any other component with wire that connects to your
PowerCenter, be sure the wire(s) is properly grounded.
This protects against voltage surges and static charges.
CDo 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
ADo not operate your Monster PowerCenter if liquid of any kind
is spilled onto or inside the unit.
BDo not operate your Monster PowerCenter near rain or water
that’s spilled or contained (e.g., bathtub, kitchen or sink).
WARNING—Power Cord Safety
AWhen routing your PowerCenter’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.
BIf your power cord’s protective jacket begins to rip or fray,
exposing the internal wiring, shielding, etc., disconnect it from
the AC power source and discontinue use of the Monster
PowerCenter immediately. See the Warranty Information
section of this owner’s manual for important details.
WARNING—No User Serviceable Parts Inside
If, for any reason, your PowerCenter 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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CAUTION—Exposure to Heat
Do not expose your PowerCenter™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
PowerCenter is a light dusting. Unplug the PowerCenter
from the wall outlet before cleaning it. Do not use any type
of liquid or aerosol cleaners.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only indoors
and in dry locations. Do not allow the device to be exposed
to moisture, rain, dust, excessive heat or direct sunlight.
CAUTION
Connect this device to a 3-prong-grounded outlet.
Make sure the circuit branch is protected and not servicing
equipment requiring heavy electricity.
WARNING—Proper Grounding
Monster PowerCenters 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, network line, and phone line
in the system must be connected to an appropriate PowerCenter
outlet or port.
Important Note—Proper Protection
and the Limited Connected Equipment Warranty
The $400,000 Limited Connected Equipment Warranty becomes
invalid if any wire (AC, coax, phone or network) or audio
or video interconnect leading into the equipment comes from
a component that is not properly protected by the PowerCenter.
See the Warranty Information section of this owner’s manual
for important details.
PROPER GROUNDING AND INSTALLATION
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THANK YOU for purchasing the Monster Power®High Definition
PowerCenter™HDP 1250G+. This PowerCenter is designed to save
energy costs by eliminating stand-by mode power consumption.
It also provides advanced power protection to keep your valuable
home theater equipment safe from dangerous power conditions,
and features power filters specially tuned for high definition
AV components.
To address growing concerns about the waste and cost of stand-by
or sleep mode energy use, the 1250G+ features Monster Power’s
latest energy-saving technology—Monster GreenPower™Plus.
GreenPower Plus automatically shuts off outlets by learning the
precise stand-by power draw of the component plugged into the
GreenPower Plus control outlet. When the PowerCenter recognizes
that this component is in standby mode, it automatically shuts
off other GreenPower Plus outlets. GreenPower Plus substantially
reduces energy wasted by AV receivers, DVD/Blu-ray™Disc players,
subwoofers, and other components in stand-by mode.
Other Monster Power breakthroughs include exclusive Monster T2™
automatic disconnect protection circuitry and patented Tri-Mode®
protection featuring an audible alarm. Tri-Mode automatically
disconnects equipment from both live power lines (line and
neutral) and sounds an alarm. Microprocessor-controlled T2 takes
protection a step further. T2 works with Tri-Mode circuitry to
automatically disconnect both the PowerCenter itself and your
equipment from both live power lines (line and neutral) when
a dangerous surge or spike hits.
Patented Monster HD Clean Power®
is specifically designed for today’s high
definition home theater components.
Its filters are precision-engineered
to virtually stop the electromagnetic
and radio frequency noise that goes
right through typical surge protectors.
This advanced technology reduces stress
on delicate digital circuitry, maximizing
the lifespan of connected equipment
and delivering improved performance.
These days, AV components are better
than ever, providing thrilling surround sound and razor sharp
HD picture. With Monster Power, you’ll have peace of mind
knowing your home theater investment is protected and that
you’re getting all the performance you paid for, while saving
money and energy with GreenPower Plus.
Noel Lee,
The Head Monster
Noel Lee
A Note From The Head Monster
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Monster Greenpower™Plus Outlet Management
GreenPower Plus is Monster Power’s®
latest breakthrough in energy savings.
Plug your HDTV in stand-by mode
into the control outlet, hold down
the programming button and the PowerCenter will “learn”your
TV’s stand-by power draw. Anytime your TV is in stand-by mode,
the other GreenPower Plus outlets will automatically switch
off to eliminate stand-by power waste by other equipment.
When you turn your TV back on, the GreenPower Plus outlets
automatically power up again.
Fireproof MOV Technology Protects Your Equipment and Your Home
Power surges can harm not only
your valuable home theater
equipment but can also start
a fire in your home—even
if you’re using a surge protector. Ordinary surge protectors use
plastic-coated MOVs—metal oxide varistors—to absorb excess
voltage. But powerful surges can overheat and melt the plastic
coating, potentially causing a fire.
This Monster PowerCenter features ceramic-encased MOVs
for superior fire protection. The ceramic enclosure is made
of the same fireproof material used on the space shuttle to give
you peace of mind that your home theater and, more importantly,
your home is safe.
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Patented Monster T2™Technology
The Monster HDP 1250G+
features exclusive Monster T2™
technology. T2 is an active electronic
microprocessor-controlled circuit
that sits in front of the surge protection circuitry in select Monster
Power products. T2 monitors the line, neutral and ground lines
and automatically disconnects the PowerCenter from the AC
power line when a long duration low-voltage sag or high-voltage
swell occurs (continuous voltage below 80Vrms or above 132Vrms).
When the voltage sags or swells to these potentially damaging
levels, ultra-fast T2 auto-disconnect protection circuitry shuts down
the Monster PowerCenter for 15 seconds. When the under-voltage
or over-voltage condition returns to normal, T2 reconnects
the PowerCenter to the electricity and resets to full operation
after 15 seconds. If the power fault condition does not clear,
the T2 comparator circuit keeps the unit shut down.
Unlike ordinary power management devices, T2 will shut down
your PowerCenter before the MOVs (Metal Oxide Varistors)
and thermal fuses sense an overload condition and sacrifice
themselves to protect your connected components. This will
extend the PowerCenter’s life, while providing the system
protection you need.
Advanced Tri-Mode®Surge Protection
For added protection against
more powerful overloads, patented
Monster Tri-Mode automatically
disconnects your equipment
and sounds an alarm. Tri-Mode protects against surges and spikes
on all three power lines (line, neutral, and ground) for a triple layer
of safety. Only Tri-Mode offers this level of protection.
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Patented Monster Clean Power®Filtering
Your home’s electricity is full of noise
and interference caused by all
of your appliances and electronics:
cell phones, computers, even your
lights, all contribute to the problem. This “dirty power” stresses
the delicate digital circuitry inside HDTVs and other home theater
equipment, reducing their performance and potentially shortening
their lives.
However, ordinary surge protectors can’t remove the effects
of dirty power. The HDP 1250G+ features HD Clean Power
filtering that is precision-engineered to remove electrical noise
and interference. This protects the delicate digital circuitry inside
your HDTV and other electronics from unnecessary wear. HD Clean
Power maximizes your equipment’s lifespan and ensures the best
possible picture and sound performance. To learn more about
patented Monster Clean Power and the complete product family
of PowerCenters, voltage stabilizers and amplifiers, please visit
MonsterPower.com.
Actual spectrum analyzer photo
of AC power pollution
AC power line filtered
by Monster Clean Power
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Richard Marsh—Richard developed Monster’s
patented Clean Power®circuitry, and is also
responsible for several other ground-breaking
designs including the high-end audio balanced
circuit design, the MultiCap internal bypass
capacitor, and the Servo-DC feedback concept
in power amplifiers—a concept that is used
by virtually every amplifier manufacturer today.
Demian Martin—Demian helped create
several innovative AC power solutions. He was
the co-founder of Spectral Audio and was
the chief designer of their many pioneering
designs for amplifiers, D/A converters, and
other high-end audio designs. He now brings
his expertise to Monster Power’s elite research
and development team.
Noel Lee—Noel Lee, The Head Monster,
is best known for popularizing the concept
of high performance audio cable 30 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 250 U.S. and international
patents. Monster Power is Noel’s realization
of a long nurtured vision of making affordable power solutions
that deliver the best possible sound and picture.
Tony DiChiro—Tony was one of the
founders of Kinergetics Research in 1971.
Kinergetics developed numerous patented
technologies that advanced the state of
the art in audio technology, and released
highly acclaimed home theater products.
Kinergetics also debuted the first high-end
surround sound processor with THX certification.
Tony currently heads up the R&D team
at Monster Cable where he continues to develop advanced
products with cutting edge features.
The Minds Behind the Monster PowerCenter™Design
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FRONT VIEW
REAR VIEW
HDP 1250G+ PowerCenter™Features
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HDP 1250G+ PowerCenter
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Features
FRONT VIEW
1“Protection On” Indicator
Indicates that the PowerCenter’s
surge protection is turned on.
2“HD Clean Power On” Indicator
Indicates Monster Clean Power
®
circuitry is functioning properly.
3“Ground OK” Indicator
Indicates the PowerCenter is plugged
into a properly grounded 120V
AV outlet.
4On/Off Button (for Switched
Outlets)/GreenPower Plus
Programming Button
REAR VIEW
5Monster GreenPower
™
Plus
Control Outlet (unswitched)
This High Definition Digital Filter
outlet controls the GreenPower
Plus Controlled (switched) Outlets.
6Monster GreenPower Plus
Controlled Outlets
These High Definition Digital
Filter outlets are controlled
by the GreenPower Plus Control
Outlet. If GreenPower Plus Outlet
Management is turned Off,
these outlets are unswitched.
7High Definition Digital Filter
(switched outlets)
These outlets have a specially designed
filter circuit that reduces interference
to your digital components.
8Cable, Antenna
and Satellite Protection
Provides surge protection for a cable
and satellite connection. The input
connects the coaxial cable from
your antenna or your satellite dish.
The output connects the coaxial cable
to your TV or cable box input or your
satellite receiver input.
9Phone/Network Line
Surge Suppression
Provides surge protection against
damaging voltage surges and spikes
from the phone or ethernet lines.
10 Input AC Circuit Breaker
Provides protection for prolonged
or excessive overloading.
11 Ultra-High Current
PowerLine™100 AC Power Cable
100 AC Power Cable: High-density
double shielded AC power cord
specially designed to maximize
power transfer.
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High-Definition Digital Outlet Hook-Up
These outlets have a special filter circuit that is optimized
to reduce interference to your high-definition digital components.
A Attach a Monster Power identification label to each
component’s power cord before you plug it into
the appropriate color-coded PowerCenter outlet.
B Plug each component’s power cord (HDTV, DVD, etc.) into
the PowerCenter’s corresponding outlet. For components
not listed, determine if they are audio, video, high-definition
digital or ultra-high current audio components, and use
a corresponding outlet for best performance.
Important Note
It does not harm analog audio, video, or high current audio
components to be connected to the high-definition digital outlets.
However, for best performance, we recommend plugging in only
digital components to the high-definition digital outlets.
Hook-Up Guide
High Definition Digital Outlets
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1 Make sure that GreenPower Plus is enabled. Press and hold
down the Power button (labeled “Switched”) on the front
panel for five (5) seconds. When the PowerCenter beeps
twice, GreenPower Plus is activated. When it beeps once,
GreenPower Plus is disabled.
2 You must connect an electronic device that draws sufficient
power in operational mode to activate GreenPower Plus
switched outlets. If you do not, the GreenPower Plus switched
outlets will not deliver power to connected equipment.
3 If you hook up a hard drive-based device such as a DVR,
cable/satellite box, or video game console to a GreenPower
Plus switched outlet, make sure that the device is not being
read from or written to when you turn off the component
connected to the GreenPower Plus Control outlet.
Important data and settings stored on hard drives (recorded
TV shows, game saves, etc.) may be corrupted or deleted
if power is turned off while the hard drive is being read from
or written to. To ensure against the possibility of data loss
or corruption, you should connect hard drive-based devices
to unswitched outlets (or disable GreenPower Plus using
the switch located at the end of the PowerCenter). Monster
assumes no responsibility for data loss, corruption or damage
to hard drive-based devices connected to PowerCenters with
GreenPower Plus automatic outlet switching.
4 Some components can take up to 10 minutes to switch
to stand-by or sleep mode. If the Monster GreenPower
Plus switched outlets on your PowerCenter do not turn off
immediately, please wait approximately 10 minutes to allow
the component plugged into GreenPower Plus Control outlet
to switch to stand-by mode. When it is in stand-by mode,
hold down the Dimmer Control button on the front panel
down for five seconds. The PowerCenter will beep three times
to indicate it has learned the TV’s stand-by power draw.
Hook-Up Guide
Monster GreenPower™Plus Outlet Management Operation
Please Read These Instructions Before Connecting Any Equipment to the GreenPower Plus Controlled (Switched) Outlets.
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GreenPower Plus Controlled (switched) outlets are designed
to automatically shut down when the component plugged into
the GreenPower Plus Control Outlet is turned off.
A Plug your HDTV/TV into the GreenPower Plus Control outlet.
B Plug other components into their corresponding GreenPower
Plus Controlled outlets.
C With your HDTV/TV in stand-by mode, press and hold down
the GreenPower Plus Programming button (labeled“Switched”)
on the front panel for ten (10) seconds. The PowerCenter
will beep three (3) times to indicate it has learned the TV’s
stand-by power draw.
When the HDTV/TV plugged into the GreenPower Plus Control
Outlet is turned off or goes into stand-by mode, the GreenPower
Plus Controlled Outlets automatically shut down, eliminating
wasted stand-by mode power consumption.
When you turn your TV back on, the GreenPower Plus outlets
automatically power up again.
GreenPower Plus Factory Settings
Follow this procedure to return the PowerCenter to the original
factory settings for activating GreenPower Plus:
Press and hold Greenpower Plus Programming button for
fifteen (15) seconds or until PowerCenter beeps five (5) times
(Ignore the triple beep after five seconds).
Factory settings feature a Trigger ON at 15W
and a Trigger OFF at 10W.
Monster GreenPower™Plus Outlet Management Hook-Up
Hook-Up Guide
GreenPower Plus
Control Outlet
GreenPower Plus
Controlled Outlets
GreenPower Plus
Programming Button
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Coaxial Connections Hook-Up
Coaxial Connections provide surge protection against damaging
voltage surges and spikes on the incoming coax cable. The HDP
1250G+ Cable/TV coaxial connection also features ground loop
isolation to dramatically reduce unwanted noise.
Protect TV/Cable and Satellite Connections as Follows:
Notes: You may need additional coaxial cables to connect
the HDP 1250G+ to your components.
To ensure complete power surge protection, all lines that connect
to your AV components need to be connected to surge protected
connections on the PowerCenter.
Hook-Up Guide
From properly
grounded Antenna
From properly grounded
Satellite Dish/Cable Line
To TV To Satellite Receiver/
TV/Cable Box
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Phone and Network Connections Hook-Up
Phone connections provide surge protection against damaging
voltage surges and spikes coming from the phone line.
Protect Phone and Network Connections as Follows:
Notes: The HDP 1250G+ is not intended for hook-up of any phone
which carries two separate phone lines on a 4-pin RJ11 jack.
To ensure complete power surge protection, all lines that connect
to your AV components need to be connected to surge protected
connections on the PowerCenter.
Hook-Up Guide
From Local Area Network,
Cable Modem,
or Telephone Wall Jack
To DVR, Satellite Receiver
Computer/Media Server,
or Telephone
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