Monster Power PowerCenter HTS1000 User manual

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Home Theatre
Reference PowerCenter™
HTS1000 & HTS1000 CI
HTS2000 & HTS2000 CI
Owner’s Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Important Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii
Proper Grounding and Installation Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
The Design Minds Behind the Monster PowerCenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Content Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Hookup Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Grounding Your Monster PowerCenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Appendices
A. Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
B. Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
C. How to Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
D. Warranty Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read and observe the following safety points at all times.
WARNING – Power Sources
Do not plug your Monster PowerCenter into a power outlet that differs from the source indicated
for safe use on the Monster PowerCenter. 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 has a three-wire grounding-type AC plug (a three-prong plug).
This plug is designed to be inserted into a grounding-type outlet only. If this plug doesn’t fit directly inside
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 PowerCenter, be sure the wire(s) is properly grounded. Use grounding techniques
specified in section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC), AASI/NFPA 70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian
Electrical Code). 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.
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WARNING – Liquid: Avoiding Electrical shocks
Do not operate your Monster PowerCenter if liquid of any kind is spilled onto or inside the unit.
Do not operate your Monster PowerCenter near rain or water that’s spilled or contained (e.g., bathtub, kitchen
or bathroom sink).
WARNING – Power Cord Safety
A. When routing your Monster PowerCenter AC power cord, do not place it near heavy foot traffic
areas (e.g., hallways, doorways, and kitchen 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 section of this owner’s manual (page 27).
WARNING – 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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WARNING – Storm Precautions
In the event of a lightning storm, immediately disconnect your Monster PowerCenter
from its power source.
After you’ve done this, it’s not necessary to disconnect any components from your Monster PowerCenter.
WARNING – No User Serviceable Parts Inside
If, for any reason, your Monster PowerCenter is not operating properly, do not remove
any part of the unit (cover, etc.,) for repair. Unplug the unit and consult this owner’s manual
for warranty and service information.
CAUTION – Exposure To Heat
Do not expose your Monster PowerCenter to direct sunlight or place it near wall heaters, space heaters,
or any enclosed space prone to temperature increase (e.g., car trunk).
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PROPER GROUNDING AND INSTALLATION TIPS
CAUTION – Proper Grounding
Monster PowerCenters require a properly grounded 3-wire outlet to protect connected equipment.
If your AC outlet is improperly wired (no ground or reverse polarity), the Green "Ground Ok" light
on the top panel of the Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter™will not light up. In this event,
call an electrician to fix the problem in your home’s wiring.
Many older buildings are inadequately wired. It’s very common for a building to be improperly grounded. Building
wiring and grounding must conform to applicable NEC (USA) or CEC (Canada) codes for the $100,000 Limited
Connected Equipment warranty to be valid. If you’re not sure about your home’s wiring, have it checked
by a qualified electrician.
Note to CATV Installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV System Installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
specific guidelines for proper grounding and in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
to the point of cable entry as practical.
IMPORTANT NOTE – Proper Power and Protection
To completely deliver clean power and protect your equipment against electrical surges, every wire
into or out of your equipment must be connected to an appropriate Monster PowerCenter.
IMPORTANT NOTE – Proper Protection and the Limited Connected Equipment Warranty
The $100,000 Limited Connected Equipment warranty becomes invalid if any wire (phone, coax, or AC),
or audio or video interconnect leading into the equipment comes from a component that is not properly protected
by the Monster PowerCenter.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank You
Thank you for purchasing Monster Power’s Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter. The PowerCenter reflects
Monster’s commitment to creating performance-enhancing solutions for home theatre systems, so you
will enjoy superior picture and sound quality.
Ordinary AC power accessories compromise the quality of the components they power. The PowerCenter’s advanced
technologies and innovative design solve this problem and offer several unique convenience and performance features.
While your PowerCenter does an excellent job of protecting your components from harmful power surges, its main benefit
is much more than just surge protection. Exclusive Clean Power™filter circuitry virtually stops the noise that goes right
through typical surge protectors. It isn’t enough to only have filtering from a noisy incoming power line. That’s why
your PowerCenter also features revolutionary separate noise isolation between digital, audio, and video filtered outlets.
If any noise from electronic products plugged into an outlet gets through our Clean Power noise filters and to the power line,
it will have to go through another filter to get to an adjacent set of outlets. The result is high quality picture and sound
that’s free from performance-damaging interference.
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Another Monster Power breakthrough is the PowerCenter’s ultra-low loss RF circuitry. While other “line conditioners”
feature coaxial outlets for convenience, their insertion loss can be up to 30dB. The PowerCenter’s incredibly small insertion
loss makes it ideal for all digital coaxial connections like DSS.
®Your PowerCenter also features an exclusive color-coding
system which identifies which component should be plugged in where and outlet filter type (digital, ultra-high current
audio, audio, and video). This way, you won’t jeopardize performance by plugging a high current component into a low
current outlet or mistakenly plug a VCR into a switched outlet and be forced to reset its clock when power is interrupted.
The HTS1000 CI and HTS2000 CI offer all the same performance, convenience, and protection features as the HTS1000
and HTS2000, plus special custom install features like our 12 volt 1/8 inch minijack input for remote turn-on of switched
outlets. This feature enables you to conveniently connect your PowerCenter to your automated control system. This also
allows you to use any length of low voltage wire to remotely control multiple PowerCenters.
As fellow audiophiles and videophiles, we designed your PowerCenter for the best possible sound and picture. Enjoy!

THE DESIGN MINDS BEHIND THE POWERCENTER
Richard Marsh – There are few experts able to solve the complex problems of AC power.
Richard Marsh is one of the illustrious few. He has designed best selling power conditioning
components costing more than $3,000 and now brings his expertise to Monster Power.
Richard developed Monster’s exclusive 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 Fi,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 each.
As a result, they avoided the costly premiums many factories must pay for AC power inefficiency.
He now brings his expertise to Monster Power’s elite research and development team.
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Noel Lee – Noel Lee is best known for popularizing the concept of high performance audio
cable over 20 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 125 U.S. and international patents and drives the explosive
growth of The Monster Group into more than 80 countries worldwide. Monster Power
is his realization of a long-nurtured vision of making affordable power solutions
that deliver the best possible sound and picture.
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CONTENT CHECKLIST
Before You Begin
Before you do anything, make sure you have everything you need to enjoy the high performance
of your Monster PowerCenter. You’ll need the following items to get started:
1) This owner’s manual.
2) Your favorite pen or a computer with internet browser (for registering your warranty information).
3) One Monster Power Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter (HTS1000, HTS1000 CI, HTS2000, or HTS2000 CI).
4) One sheet of Monster Power audio/video ID labels (included).
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HOOKUP GUIDE
STEP 1 Pay-Per-View/Phone Line Hookup
NOTE:
HTS1000, HTS1000 CI, HTS2000 and HTS2000 CI PowerCenters are intended for hookup of a single line phone only.
A second line will NOT be connected through the phone line surge protector.
A) Connect the end of your phone cable into the phone wall outlet. Plug the other end into the PowerCenter
“Phone In” jack (figure 1a).
B) Connect a phone cable into one of the PowerCenter “Phone Out” jacks and plug it into the Pay-Per-View
input on your DSS receiver or DVD player (figure 1b).
FOR STANDARD TELEPHONE LINE PROTECTION (NOT A PAY-PER-VIEW COMPONENT)
C) Connect a phone cable from the telephone wall jack to the PowerCenter “Phone In” jack, then connect
a phone cable from the PowerCenter “Phone Out” jack to the telephone.
IN OUT
PowerCenter PHONE
Figure 1a
From telephone
wall jack
Figure 1b
To DSS receiver
or DVD player
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STEP 2 Remote DC Control Hookup (HTS1000 CI and HTS2000 CI models only)
This feature allows you to turn your PowerCenter On via the remote control that operates
your A/V receiver or preamp.
A) Plug in the Remote DC control 1/8" minijack cable (not supplied) to the corresponding 12 volt remote trigger
input on the PowerCenter.
B) Plug in the other end of minijack cable to corresponding custom installation component is a 12 volt outlet.
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PRESS
TO RESET
PROTECTION
ON
GROUND
OK
REMOTE DC
12V IN
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
CATV SAT ANTENNA
PRE-AMP
TUNER
ACCESSORY
CD
TV/MONITOR DVD/LD
VCR 2
VCR 1 CABLE/SAT
PHONE
IN OUT
CASSETTE AMP RECEIVER
TV/MONITOR DVDCD CD RECEIVER/AMP
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
CATV SAT ANTENNA
IN OUT
PHONE
VCR CABLE/SAT ACCESSORY 1 ACCESSORY 2
PowerFilters 10A Video Low Noise Filter
5A Audio Low Noise Filter
FilterIsolation 99% Above 100Khz Section to Section
SurgeSupression 6000V/3000A 8/20µs Peak TransientCapacity
CoaxTransient Suppression Less Than 1dB insertion loss to 1.5Ghz
3000V/150A 1/50µs Peak TransientCapacity
PhoneTransient Suppression 3000V/400A 10/1000µs Peak TransientCapacity
SPECIFICATIONS
REMOTE DC
12V IN
HTS1000 CI (TOP VIEW)
HTS2000 CI (TOP VIEW)

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Protect Cable TV, Satellite and Antenna Connections as Follows:
*See note on page 14 regarding proper grounding
STEP 3 Coaxial Input/Output Hookup
You will need additional coaxial cables to connect your PowerCenter to your components.
See illustration on page 14, which shows a proper grounding schematic.
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
CATV SAT ANTENNA
To Cable Box or TV
From
Grounding Block
(connected to
satellite dish)*
To Satellite
Receiver
“DISH IN” Jack
From
Grounding Block
(connected to
antenna)*
To VCR, TV or
Signal Splitter
From
Grounding Block
(connected to
incoming cable TV cable)*

STEP 4 High Current Audio Outlet (Switched) Hookup
(HTS2000 and HTS2000 CI Models Only)
NOTE:
These outlets are designed to deliver maximum current to power hungry components like amplifiers.
Because certain components don’t need continuous power, or shouldn’t be turned on continuously,
these outlets are “switched.” This means the components plugged into these outlets won’t receive power
until your PowerCenter is turned On.
A) Attach a Monster Power®ID label to each component’s power cord
before you plug it into the appropriate PowerCenter outlet.
B) Plug the power cord of any separate amplifier (not integrated receiver)
into your PowerCenter’s corresponding Amplifier 1 outlet.
C) Plug your dedicated Surround Amp power cord into the corresponding
Amplifier 2 outlet.
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
CATV SAT ANTENNA
AMPLIFIER 1
PREAMP AUDIO SPARE
RECEIVER TAPE AMPLIFIER 2
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STEP 5 Low Current Audio Outlet (Switched) Hookup
NOTE
Because certain components don’t need continuous power, or shouldn’t be turned on continuously,
these outlets are "switched."This means the components plugged into these outlets won’t receive power
until your PowerCenter is turned On. You can plug any type of low current audio component
(e.g., portable cassette player) or video component (e.g., camcorder) into the preamp or tape outlets.
A) Attach a Monster Power ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it
into the appropriate color-coded PowerCenter outlet.
B) PREAMP: Plug the preamp’s power cord into the PowerCenter’s corresponding PREAMP outlet.
C) TAPE: Plug your tape deck’s power cord into the corresponding TAPE outlet.
D) RECEIVER: Plug the receiver’s power cord into the corresponding RECEIVER outlet.
E) AUDIO SPARE: You can plug any type of low current audio component (e.g., portable cassette player)
or video component (e.g., camcorder) into this outlet. Plug your component’s power cord into the
corresponding spare outlet.
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
CATV SAT ANTENNA
RECEIVER TAPE PREAMP
SPARE
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
CATV SAT ANTENNA
AMPLIFIER 1
TAPE PREAMP AUDIO SPARE
RECEIVER AMPLIFIER 2
HTS1000 and HTS1000 CI (SIDE VIEW) HTS2000 and HTS2000 CI (SIDE VIEW)

STEP 6 Video Outlets (Unswitched) Hookup
NOTE:
These outlets are “unswitched” because some components perform best when powered continuously.
A VCR, for example, should be plugged into one of these outlets to avoid the hassle of resetting its clock
when power is interrupted. Whether you turn your PowerCenter On or Off, any component plugged into
these outlets will receive continuous power as long as your PowerCenter is plugged into a properly grounded
120 volt wall socket. You can plug any type of analog video component (e.g., VCR, camcorder) into this outlet.
Plug your component’s power cord into the corresponding A/V RECEIVER or TELEVISION outlet.
A) Attach a Monster Power ID label to each component’s power cord before you plug it
into the appropriate PowerCenter outlet.
B) CABLE/SAT: If you have a Cable TV box, plug its power cord into your PowerCenter’s
corresponding CABLE/SAT outlet. If you have a Satellite Receiver, plug its power cord
into the corresponding CABLE/SAT outlet.
C) TELEVISION: Plug your TV’s power cord into the corresponding TV outlet.
VCR CABLE/SAT DVD/CD TV
PHONE
IN OUT
SPARE TAPE VCR 1 CABLE/SAT DVD/CD TV
PHONE
IN OUT
HTS1000 and HTS1000 CI (SIDE VIEW) HTS2000 and HTS2000 CI (SIDE VIEW)
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D) VCR1: Plug your VCR’s power cord into the corresponding VCR outlet.
E) VCR2: (HTS2000 and HTS2000CI only) If you use a second VCR, plug its power cord
into the corresponding VCR2 outlet.
F) DVD/CD: If you have a DVD player, plug its power cord into the corresponding DVD/CD outlet. If you are using
a Compact Disc player, plug its power cord into the corresponding DVD/CD outlet. If you have both a Compact Disc
and DVD player, you can plug either component into any available “Unswitched” PowerCenter outlet.
G) SPARE: You can plug any type of low current audio component (e.g., portable cassette player)
or video component (e.g., camcorder) into this outlet. Plug your component’s power cord into the
corresponding spare outlet.
VCR CABLE/SAT DVD/CD TV
PHONE
IN OUT
SPARE TAPE VCR 1 CABLE/SAT DVD/CD TV
PHONE
IN OUT
HTS1000 and HTS1000 CI (SIDE VIEW) HTS2000 and HTS2000 CI (SIDE VIEW)

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STEP 7 Rackmounting Your PowerCenter
A) Remove your PowerCenter trim covers using a 3/32 Allen key (not included). Turn each Allen screw
counter-clockwise until the screw is completely removed.
B) Align one rack ear over the two 3/32 holes on the left side of the PowerCenter, lining up the rack’s
corresponding holes. Using a 3/32 Allen key, turn the two Allen screws (provided) clockwise until tight.
C) Align the remaining two holes on the left side of the PowerCenter with the two holes on the left side
of your rack. Using a Phillips screwdriver, turn the two Phillips screws (provided) clockwise until tight.
D) Repeat steps B and C for installation of the rack ear on the right side of the PowerCenter.

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IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
RECEIVER TAPE SPARE PREAMP
TOTAL
1500W MAX.
UNSWITCHED
125V AC 15A 1875W Max.
RECEIVER TAPE PREAMP AUDIO SPARE AMPLIFIER 1 AMPLIFIER2
TOTAL
1500W MAX.
UNSWITCHED
125V AC 15A 1875W Max.
POWER
POLE DISH ANTENNA
CATV SAT ANTENNA
HTS2000
HTS1000
OUT
IN SPLITTER
VCR
TV
CABLE BOX
COAX SECTION OF
HTS1000/2000
GROUNDING BLOCK
ON COLD WATER PIPE
OR GROUNDING ROD
COAXIAL INPUT/OUTPUT HOOKUP
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
SATELLITE RECEIVER
GROUNDING YOUR CABLE TV, SATELLITE DISH AND ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
IMPORTANT NOTE
Proper grounding can be accomplished by using a special grounding block attached to a cold water pipe
or copper ground rod driven into the ground. Consult with an electrician to verify your outdoor connections
are grounded properly.