Monster PowerCenter HTS1700 User manual

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Home Theater
Reference PowerCenter
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HTS1700
Owner’s Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Important Safety Information ........................................................i
Proper Grounding and Installation ................................................... iii
A Note from The Head Monster ......................................................1
Monster’s Exclusive T2™Technology ...................................................3
Monster’s Patented Clean Power®Filtering ..............................................4
USB Power Charging Ports. .........................................................5
The Minds Behind The Monster PowerCenter™Design. .....................................6
Monster HTS 1700 PowerCenter Features...............................................7
Hook-Up Guide
Digital Outlets............................................................10
Analog Audio Outlets ......................................................11
Ultra-High Current Audio Outlets..............................................12
Coaxial Connections .......................................................13
Phone and Network Connections .............................................14
Rack Mounting Instructions ........................................................15
Troubleshooting .................................................................16
Specifications...................................................................20
Appendice
Warranty Information .............................................................21

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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 – 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 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, 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. $350,000 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.

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A NOTE FROM THE HEAD MONSTER
Dear Enthusiast,
THANK YOU for purchasing the Monster Power®Home Theater Reference HTS 1700 PowerCenter.™
This PowerCenter reflects our commitment to creating performance-enhancing solutions for home
theater systems, so you can enjoy optimal picture and sound performance.
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.
Monster PowerCenters do an excellent job of protecting your components from harmful power
surges, but the benefits include much more than just surge protection. Patented Monster HD Clean
Power®filter circuitry virtually stops 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.
The HTS 1700 incorporates Patented Monster HD Clean Power optimized for all your other
home theater components. HD Clean Power Stage 2 features ultra-advanced, isolated filters that
include analog audio, high-definition digital, and 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.The result is high quality picture and sound that’s virtually
free from performance-degrading 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.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.
Your new HTS 1700 PowerCenter also features convenient front panel USB ports conveniently
powers and recharges portable devices that rely on a USB port connection for power.
These days, home theater components are better than ever, providing thrilling surround sound
and razor sharp picture. We know your new PowerCenter will help bring it all together with
advanced surge protection and Clean Power filtering. 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 HTS1700 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 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 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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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 HTS 1700 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.
Actual spectrum analyzer photo of AC power pollution AC power line filtered by Monster Clean Power.
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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USB POWER CHARGING PORTS
The Front Panel USB Power Port provides power for portable devices such as media players that recharge their battery
from a USB connection. Two high-powered USB charging ports are conveniently located on the front panel.
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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 U.S. and now brings his expertise to Monster Power. Richard developed Monster’s patented Clean
Power™circuitry which is incorporated into many of Monster’s PowerCenters. He is also responsible for several other ground-
breaking 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.
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 The Monster Group 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.

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MONSTER HTS 1700 POWERCENTER FEATURES
HTS1700
FRONT VIEW
HTS1700
REAR VIEW
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HTS 1700 POWERCENTER FEATURES
FRONT
1. Front Panel AC Outlet: High current switched auxiliary outlet.
2. USB Charging Ports: Provides rapid charging for portable USB devices.
3. Digital Display for Voltage: Indicates input voltage.
4. “Ground OK” Indicator: Indicates the PowerCenter is plugged into a properly grounded 120V AV outlet.
5. “Wiring OK” Indicator: Indicates if the Line and Neutral wires from the wall outlet to the PowerCenter
are reversed. Please consult your electrician to correct this immediately.
6. “Clean Power On” Indicator: Indicates Monster Clean Power circuitry is functioning properly.
7. Abnormal Voltage Indicator: Indicates that input voltage is above or below the acceptable range.
8. “Protection On” Indicator: Indicates that the PowerCenter’s surge protection is turned on.
9. Display Dimmer Button: Controls brightness of front panel displays.
10. On/Off Button: For Switched Outlets.

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REAR
11. High Definition Digital Filter (unswitched outlets): These outlets, have a specially designed filter circuit
that reduces interference to your digital components.
12. Analog Audio Filter (Switched Outlets): These outlets have a specifically designed filter circuit that reduces
interference to your audio components.
13. Ultra-High Current (Switched Outlets): These outlets have a specifically designed filter circuit. These outlets
are PLC compatible for use with home networking.
14. Phone Line Surge Suppression: Provides surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes from
the phone line.
15. Network Line Surge Suppression: Provides surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes
from the network line.
16. Cable 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.
17. Input AC Circuit Breaker: Provides protection for prolonged or excessive overloading.
18. Ground Screw: Provides a ground reference point for any ungrounded components.
19. Ultra-High Current PowerLine™100 AC Power Cable: High density double shielded AC power cord specially
designed to maximize power transfer.

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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Digital Outlet Hook-Up
These outlets have a special filter circuit that is optimized to reduce interference to your 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 (TV/Monitor, DVD) into the PowerCenter’s corresponding outlet.
For components not listed, determine if they are audio, video, 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 digital outlets.
However, for best performance, we recommend plugging in only digital components to the digital outlets.
High Definition Digital Outlets
HTS 1700
PROTECTION
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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Analog 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 outlet.
B) Plug each component’s power cord (Receiver, Processor, etc.) into the PowerCenter’s corresponding outlet.
For components not listed, determine if they are audio, video, digital, or ultra-high current audio,
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 best performance, we recommend plugging in only analog audio components to the analog audio outlets.
Analog Audio Outlets
HTS 1700
PROTECTION
ON
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OK
WIRING
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CHARGER
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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Ultra-High Current Audio Outlet Hook-Up
These outlets are designed to deliver maximum current to power hungry components like amplifiers and pre-amplifiers.
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 (Amplifier, etc.) into the PowerCenter’s corresponding outlet.For components
not listed, determine if they are audio, video, digital, or ultra-high current audio, and use a corresponding outlet
for best performance.
IMPORTANT NOTE
It does not harm analog audio, video, or digital components to be connected to the ultra-high current audio outlets.
However, for best performance, we recommend plugging in only high-current audio components to the ultra-high
current audio outlets.
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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Coaxial Connections
Coaxial Connections provide surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes on the incoming coax cable.
Protect TV/Cable and Satellite Connections as follows:
NOTE: You may need additional coaxial cables to connect the HTS 1700 to your components.
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HOOK-UP GUIDE
Phone and Network Connections Hook-Up
Phone connections provide surge protection against damaging voltage surges and spikes coming from the phone line.
This PowerCenter also incorporates a phone splitter for convenience.
Protect Phone and Network Connections as follows:
NOTE: The HTS 1700 is not intended for hook-up of any phone which carries two separate phone lines
on a single 4-pin RJ11 jack.
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