Monster Power PowerCenter HTS 2600 MKII User manual

®
Home Theatre
Reference PowerCenter
™
HTS 2600 MKII
Owner’s Manual
File Name:
Int_MAN_HTS_2600mkII_G4Se.indd
Scale:
100%
Number of Colors:
CMYK
Date:
7/14/05
Artist:
Spencer
Coordinator:
Karinna
Proof
Version:
G4

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . i
Proper Grounding and Installation . . . . . iii
A Note from The Head Monster . . . . . . . 1
Monsters Exclusive T2™ Technology. . . . . 3
Monsters Patented Clean Power™ Stages 4
The Minds Behind The Monster PowerCenter™ Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Monster HTS 2600 MKII PowerCenter Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Hook-Up Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Video Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Analog Audio Outlets. . . . . . 10
Ultra-High Current Audio Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Coaxial Connections. . . . . . . 12
Phone/Network Connections 13
Remote “DC In” Control . . . 14
Remote “AC In” Control. . . . 14
Rack Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . 15
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Appendix
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
File Name:
Int_MAN_HTS_2600mkII_G4Se.indd
Scale:
100%
Number of Colors:
blk
Date:
7/14/05
Artist:
Spencer
Coordinator:
Karinna
Proof
Version:
G4

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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 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
A. Do 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.
B. If 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.
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 PowerCenter if liquid of any kind is spilled onto or inside the unit.
B. Do not operate your Monster PowerCenter 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’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 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; 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 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 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 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 PowerCenter 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,
and phone line in the system must be connected to an appropriate PowerCenter.
Important Note – Proper Protection and the Limited Connected Equipment Warranty
The U.S. $400,000 Limited Connected Equipment Warranty becomes invalid if any wire (AC, coax or phone)
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
HTS 2600 MKII PowerCenter. 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.
I decided to address the issue. And, with the help of Richard Marsh and other power experts,
Monster Power was born. This PowerCenter’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
can degrade sound and picture quality. In addition, your PowerCenter also features
patented noise isolation circuits that separate analog audio, video, and ultra-high
Noel Lee

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current audio outlets. The result is high quality sound and picture that’s free from
performance-damaging interference.
Other Monster Power breakthroughs include exclusive T2™ automatic disconnect protection
circuitry and patented Tri-Mode™ protection (US 6,683,770 BI) featuring an audible alarm.
These features automatically disconnect 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 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 EXCLUSIVE T2™ TECHNOLOGY
The Monster Power HTS 2600 MKII PowerCenter 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 70Vrms
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 full operation after 15 seconds. If the 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.

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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 HTS 2600 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 that include analog
audio and video, plus an ultra-high current audio filter 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
HTS 2600 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.
Actual spectrum analyzer
photo of AC power pollution
AC power line filtered by
Monsters Clean Power™