Monster Power HTS2000 User manual

Home Theatre Reference
PowerCenter™HTS2000 MKII
®
Owner’s Manual
Référence pour cinéma maison
PowerCenter™HTS2000 MKII
Guide de l’utilisateur

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Proper Grounding and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
A Note from The Head Monster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Monster’s Patented Clean Power™Stages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
The Minds Behind the Monster PowerCenter™Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Monster PowerCenter™HTS 2000 MKII Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Hook-Up Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Video Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Audio Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
High Current Audio Outlets (PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Coaxial Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Remote “AC/DC In” Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Phone/Network Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and observe the following safety points at all times.
WARNING – Power Sources
Do not plug your Monster PowerCenter™HTS 2000 MKII into a power outlet that differs from the source indicated
for safe use on the Monster PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII. If you don’t know the type of electrical power that is supplied
to your home, please consult your local power company.
WARNING – Grounding and Polarization
A. Your Monster PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII has 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 into your
outlet, do not attempt to force it into the outlet. Instead, reverse the plug and reinsert it. If this doesn‘t work,
contact a local electrician to install the proper polarized outlet. Never attempt to dismantle the plug in any way
(or to alter an extension cord) to make it fit into a two-prong outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the grounding
feature by using a 3-to-2 prong adapter. Instead, call a local electrician to install a properly grounded outlet.
B. If you use rooftop devices such as satellite dishes, antennas, or any other component with wire that connects
to your Monster PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII, be sure the wire(s) is properly grounded. This protects against
voltage surges and static charges. Do not place any part of an antenna near overhead power lines, or any other
power circuit. Do not touch any power line or power circuit. Doing so may cause you severe physical injury
and possibly result in death.
WARNING – Liquid: Avoiding Electrical Shocks
A. Do not operate your Monster PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII if liquid of any kind is spilled onto or inside the unit.
B. Do not operate your Monster PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII 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 PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII’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 PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII
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 PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII;
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 PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII 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 PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII 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 HTS 2000 MKII 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 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,
phone line and Ethernet line in the system must be connected to an appropriate PowerCenter.
Important Note – Proper Protection and the Limited Connected Equipment Warranty
The U.S. $250,000 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 PowerCenter. 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 Home Theatre Reference
PowerCenter™HTS 2000 MKII. This PowerCenter reflects our commitment to creating
performance-enhancing solutions for home theater 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. The PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII’s advanced technology
and innovative design provides several unique performance and convenience features.
Here are the highlights…
Monster PowerCenters do an excellent job of protecting your components from
harmful power surges, but its benefits include much more than just surge protection.
The patented Monster Clean Power™filter circuitry virtually stops the electromagnetic
and radio frequency noise that goes right through typical surge protectors which
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can degrade sound and picture quality. In addition, your PowerCenter also features
patented noise isolation circuits that separate audio, video, and ultra-high current
audio outlets. The result is high quality sound and picture that’s free from
performance-damaging interference.
Other Monster Power breakthroughs include patented Tri-Mode™protection featuring an
audible alarm. This feature automatically disconnects power from your electronics if you’re hit
by a big surge. We’ve also included surge-protected coax and phone/network connections
to ensure protection for all of your components. Monster PowerCenters also feature 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 PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII 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

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MONSTER’S PATENTED CLEAN POWER™STAGES
Monster Clean Power performs two tasks that are vital to maintaining optimum home theater performance:
1) noise filtration and 2) noise isolation. The higher the Clean Power stage number (1-5), the more sophisticated
and advanced the filters are that reject noise generated on the AC powerline. In addition, the higher the
Clean Power stage number, the more isolation that exists between connected equipment for maximum rejection
of component-generated noise.
Monster PowerCenters featuring Clean Power circuitry are each designated with a Clean Power Stage. The PowerCenter
HTS2000 MKII incorporates Monster Clean Power Stage 2 circuitry which filters both AC powerline noise and reduces
noise generated by your connected equipment. Clean Power Stage 2 features two ultra-advanced, isolated filters
(audio and video) and ultra-high current audio outlets to provide for the best possible AC powerline noise rejection
and inter-component isolation for improved component-generated noise rejection. All of these features make the
PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII ideal for your home theater system. To learn more about patented Monster Clean Power
and the complete product family of PowerCenters, voltage stabilizers and amplifiers, please visit MonsterPower.com.

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THE MINDS BEHIND THE MONSTER POWERCENTER DESIGN
Richard Marsh – There are few experts able to solve the complex problems associated with
AC power and complex home theater systems. Richard Marsh is one of these illustrious few.
He has designed best selling power conditioning components costing more than $3,000 US
and now brings his expertise to Monster Power. Richard developed Monster’s patented
Clean Power™circuitry. He is also responsible for several other groundbreaking designs.
Richard’s background and research into amplifier and capacitor design led to his development
of the Servo-DC feedback concept in power amplifiers – a concept that is used by virtually every
amplifier manufacturer today. His status as both the inventor of the MultiCap™internal bypass
capacitor and as the driving force behind the high-end audio balanced circuit design concept
has influenced the audiophile community for years. Richard is responsible for some of the
high-end audio world’s most respected product designs, essays and articles, and has contributed
to The Absolute Sound and Audio magazines. He is included in Who’s Who in the West.
Demian Martin – Demian Martin has been solving complex AC power problems for several
years. As a technical consultant for successful paper and steel mills, Demian helped create several
innovative AC power solutions. He developed techniques to dramatically improve the efficiency
of these factories’ high power motor control systems –up to 50,000 watts –helping them avoid
the costly premiums many factories must pay for AC power inefficiency. Demian was also
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.

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Noel Lee – Noel Lee, The Head Monster, is best known for popularizing the concept
of high performance audio cable 25 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 and drives the explosive growth of Monster companies in more than 80 countries
worldwide. Monster Power is Noel’s realization of a long-nurtured vision of making affordable
power solutions that deliver the best possible sound and picture.

ON/OFF
GROUND
OK
PROTECTION
ON
AUDIOFILTER – SWITCHED
HIGHCURRENT AUDIO FILTER - UNSWITCHED
VIDEOFILTER - SWITCHED
VCR
VCR 2VCR 1
V
CR
ACCESSORY
CABLE/SAT DVD TV/MONITOR
CD
PREAMP TAPE AUDIO ACCESSORY
RECEIVER
RECEIVER MAIN AMP
OUT PHONE/NETWORK IN
O U T C A
IN
N
CA
CA
OUT CATV IN OUT SAT IN OUT ANTENNA IN
VIDEOFILTER – UNSWITCHED
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TOP VIEW
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MONSTER POWERCENTER HTS2000 MKII FEATURES
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MONSTER POWERCENTER HTS2000 MKII FEATURES
1. “ON/OFF” Switch: This switch turns the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII on and off. The switch lights up when turned to the ON
position, providing power to components plugged into the switched outlets. Pressing the switch to the OFF position shuts off power
to switched outlets. Components plugged into unswitched outlets still receive power, however, provided the PowerCenter HTS2000
MKII is plugged into a 120V outlet.
2. “GROUND OK” Indicator: Indicates the wall outlet that the PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII is plugged into is grounded.
3. “PROTECTION ON” Indicator: Indicates the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII’s internal surge protection is active.
4. Digital Voltage Indicator: Displays input voltage in Volts (V).
5. Video Interference Reduction Filter (Switched Outlets): These outlets have a special filter circuit that is designed to reduce
interference to your video components. Make sure to match the appropriate identification label to each component’s power cord.
6. Digital Current Usage Indicator: Displays total current draw in Amps (A).
7. Video Interference Reduction Filter (Unswitched Outlets): These outlets have a special filter circuit that is designed to reduce
interference to your video components. Make sure to match the appropriate identification label to each component’s power cord.
8. Telephone/Network Ethernet Input/Output: Allows you to hook up to telephone lines (RJ11) or networks (RJ45), and protect
your system against power surges coming from them.
9. High Current Audio Filter (Unswitched Outlets): For high current audio components such as power amplifiers and receivers,
special filter circuit to reduce noise from the AC power line that would degrade the audio performance and to optimize
high current demand.
10. Audio Filter (Switched Outlets): These outlets have a special filter circuit that reduces noise from the AC power line that goes
to your audio components. Match the appropriate identification label to each component’s power cord.
11. Cable/Satellite/Antenna Coaxial Connection: “IN” connects the coaxial cable from either wall cable outlet, satellite dish
or TV antenna. “OUT” connects the coaxial cable to input of TV, VCR, cable box or satellite receiver.
12. Remote AC/DC Input Jack: Allows remote turn on/off of switched outlets. This feature allows you to turn the PowerCenter
HTS2000 MKII on or off via a component with a remote trigger out.

VIDEO FILTER - SWITCHED
VCR
VCR 2VCR 1
V
CR
ACCESSORY
CABLE/SAT DVD TV/MONITOR
VIDEO FILTER – UNSWITCHED
Video Outlets
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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Video Outlet Hook-up
These outlets have a special filter circuit that is optimized to reduce interference to your video components.
A) Attach a Monster Power Identification label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate
color-coded PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII outlet.
B) Plug each component’s power cord (VCR, TV/Monitor) into the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII’s corresponding outlet.
For components not listed, determine if they are audio, video, digital or high current audio components, and use
a corresponding outlet for best performance.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
It does not harm audio, digital or high current audio components to be connected to the video outlets.
However, for the best performance, we recommend plugging in only video components to the video outlets.

Audio Outlets
AUDIO FILTER– SWITCHED
HIGH CURRENT AUDIO FILTER- UNSWITCHED
CD
PREAMP TAP E AUDIO ACCESSORY
RECEIVER
RECEIVER MAIN AMP
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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Audio Outlet Hook-up
These outlets have a special filter circuit that is optimized to reduce interference to your audio components.
A) Attach a Monster Power Identification label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate
color-coded PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII outlet.
B) Plug each component’s power cord (Receiver, Processor, etc.) into the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII’s corresponding
outlet. For components not listed, determine if they are audio, video, digital or high current audio components,
and use a corresponding outlet for best performance.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
It does not harm video, digital or high current audio components to be connected to the analog audio outlets. However,
for the best performance, we recommend plugging in only analog audio components to the audio outlets.

HIGH CURRENT AUDIO FILTER - UNSWITCHED
RECEIVER
RECEIVER MAIN AMP
High Current Outlets
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HOOK-UP GUIDE
High Current Audio Outlet (Unswitched) Hookup
These outlets have a special filter circuit that is optimized to reduce interference to your video components.
A) Attach a Monster Power Identification label to each component’s power cord before you plug it into the appropriate
color-coded PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII outlet.
B) Plug each component’s power cord (Amplifier, etc.) into the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII’s corresponding outlet.
For components not listed, determine if they are audio, video, digital or high current audio components,
and use a corresponding outlet for best performance.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
It does not harm audio, video or digital components to be connected to the high current audio outlets. However,
for the best performance, we recommend plugging in only high-current components to the high-current audio outlets.

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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Coaxial Connections Hook-up
Coaxial connections provide surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes on the incoming coax cable.
Protect Cable/TV, Satellite and Antenna as follows:
O U T C A
IN
N
CA
CA
OUT CATV IN OUT SAT IN OUT ANTENNA IN
To TV/Cable Box
To Satellite Receiver
From properly
grounded Antenna
From properly grounded
Satellite Dish
Television
From properly grounded
TV/Cable Line

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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Remote “AC/DC In” Control Hook-up
This feature connects your PowerCenter to an automated Home Theater control system or allows another component
with a remote “DC Out” connection to automatically turn on and off your PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII.
A) Plug the AC power cable of the component you are using to control the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII
into an unswitched outlet on the PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII. Note: This component must deliver
a control voltage between 3-30 volts DC.
B) Plug one end of the 1/8" miniplug (supplied) into the corresponding remote “DC In” connection
on the PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII.
C) Plug the other end of the 1/8" miniplug into the Remote “DC Out” connection on the component
that you want to turn on and off the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII’s Switched outlets when it is turned on.
From Control
Component

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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Phone/Network Connections Hook-Up
Phone connections provide surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes coming from the phone line.
This PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII also incorporates a phone splitter for convenience.
Protect Phone Line/Network Connections as follows:
INOUT
From telephone wall jack
or incoming network line
To phone, satellite receiver, digital
video recorder (DVR) or other
device or network

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
The PowerCenter
HTS2000 MKII is
not receiving power.
The PowerCenter
is not turned On.
• Turn the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII switch on.
• Make sure the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII’s AC power plug
is plugged into a properly grounded 120 volts (nominal)
wall outlet.
• In some households, a wall switch may need to be thrown
to make the wall plug active. Try turning on the light
switches located near the wall unit.
Too many devices
are connected, causing
an overload, tripping the
Thermal Circuit Breaker.
• Press the PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII Thermal Circuit
Breaker button in to reset. Please allow 10 minutes before
attempting to reset. If you reset too soon, the breaker will
prematurely sense power overload and not allow unit
to operate.
• If the Circuit Breaker continues to trip, try moving one
or more components to another PowerCenter HTS2000
MKII. You may be drawing too much current through one
PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Component is
not receiving power.
The component is plugged into a switched
outlet and the PowerCenter HTS 2000 MKII
has not been turned On.
• Turn the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII On.
• Or, plug the component into an
Unswitched outlet.
The PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII is plugged
into a Switched outlet, but power on the
component is not On. In some instances,
a component plugged into a switched outlet
won’t receive power when the PowerCenter
HTS2000 MKII is turned On unless the
component power is also switched On.
• Turn the component power On.
Speakers emit
a humming or
buzzing noise.
The PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII is sharing
AC power with equipment that is not
properly grounded.
• Connect your PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII
to a dedicated outlet.
• Try unplugging different components
from the PowerCenter HTS2000 MKII
one at a time to see if the noise stops.
If a component is discovered to be improperly
grounded, attach a copper wire from the
component’s chassis to the PowerCenter
HTS2000 MKII’s grounding post.