AC Relay Accessory PS-REL, Related Products

AC Relay Accessory PS-REL

The AC Relay Accessory (model PS-REL) is a sensor which can close a switch in response to the presence of AC power, while only drawing a minimal amount of that power. It is necessary whenever a PS-8R must be turned on in response to energizing a switched outlet, where that outlet is rated less than 15 amps or is not grounded. This occurs frequently in “home theater” installations when a small ungrounded switched outlet on a preamp or receiver (often activated by a wireless remote device) is to be used to power up a large amount of equipment. The AC Relay Accessory may also be used to allow a PS-8R to be hooked up in series to a PS-8 (or another PS-8R) to double the number of delayed turn-on/turn-off groups, by having the relay sense the presence of power at the DELAY 3 outlet of the PS-8.

The PS-REL is simply a small box containing a relay. A two-prong AC plug on a 6 foot cord activates the relay, and two wires ending in terminals connect to the relay contacts. These two wires should be connected to the +12V and REM IN screw terminals of the PS-8R, with the PS-REL’s AC plug in the outlet to be sensed. The PS-8R itself should be plugged into a separate 15 amp electrical circuit.When AC power appears at the sensed outlet, the PS-8R will begin its turn-on sequence and will be able to sup- ply its full rated 15 amps.

Blinking DELAY 1 Indicator

The DELAY 1 LED on a PS-8R blinks whenever the unit is OFF due to the remote switch. In Maintained Mode, this will only occur when the REM IN terminal is tied to +12V. In Momentary Mode, the LED blinks if the “memorized” state is OFF.

Related Products

The PS-8R, along with other Furman AC power accessories, can be an integral part of a complete AC power control system. Visit our website or contact us— we’ll send you our “AC Power System Application Suggestions” brochure, and Furman’s new color catalog.

MiniPort	PS-REL AC Relay	RS-1 and RS-2
Power Relays.
		Remote System
15A, 20A, 30A
		Control Panels

PS-8, PS-8R SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum load:	PS-8: 15 amps (1800 watts at 120 VAC)
	PS-8E: 10 amps (2300 watts at 230 VAC)
Input Voltage Range:	PS-8: 85 to 135 VAC; PS-8E: 190 to 270 VAC
Mains Wiring Analyzer:	Detects 1 normal mode and 5 fault modes
Delay Interval:	5 seconds (adjustable with internal trimpot)
Remote Switch	Momentary or maintained action.
(PS-8R only):	Screw terminals, 3 for switch, 1 additional
	for optional LED (22 ga. wiring minimum).
Spike Protection Modes: Line to neutral, neutral to ground, line to ground
Spike Clamping Voltage: PS-8: TVSS rating 400V peak, L-N, N-G, L-G
	(tested to UL 1449). PS-8E: 500V peak
Response Time:	1 nanosecond
Maximum Surge Current:	6,500 amps (8 x 20 ms pulse)
Maximum Spike Energy:	80 joules per mode, 240 joules total protection
	(“E” versions 130 joules L-N, 160 joules N-G,
	L-G, 450 joules total)
Noise Attenuation:	PS-8 and PS-8R: Transverse and common modes:
	20 dB at 200 kHz, rising to >40 dB, 1 to 100 MHz
Mechanical:	Dimensions: 1.75" H x 19" W x 8" D.
	Weight: 6 lbs (2.7 kg).
	Construction: Steel chassis, zinc chromate plating;
	.125" brushed and black anodized aluminum front
	panel; 3 oz. copper double-sided glass epoxy printed
	circuit board
Power Consumption:	Switch off: 6 watts
	Switch on: 8.5 watts	©


Safety Agency Approvals: UL, CUL, CE listed.		LISTED
The Furman PS-8 is manufactured in the U.S.A.		7Z37

Three Year Limited Warranty

The Furman PS-8, PS-8E, PS-8R, and PS-8RE are warranted against failures due to defective parts or faulty workmanship for a period of three years after delivery to the original owner. During this period, Furman will make any necessary repairs without charge for parts or labor. Shipping charges to the factory or repair station must be prepaid by the owner; return shipping charges (via UPS Ground) will be paid by Furman. This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transferable. Also, it does not apply to repairs done other than by the Furman factory or its Authorized Repair Stations.

This warranty may be cancelled by Furman at its sole discretion if the unit has been subjected to physical abuse or has been modified in any way without written authorization from Furman. Furman’s liability under this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective unit.

Furman will not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use or misuse of its products. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

When returning any equipment for repair, please be sure that it is adequately packed and cushioned against damage in shipment, and that it is insured. Warranty claims should be accompanied by a copy of the originalpurchase invoice showing the purchase date (if a Warranty Registration Card was mailed in at the time of purchase, this is not neces- sary). Also, please enclose a note giving your name, address, phone number, and a description of the problem.

Service

Before returning any equipment for repair, please be sure that it is adequately packed and cushioned against damage in shipment, and that it is insured. We suggest that you save the original packaging and use it to ship the product for servicing. Also, please enclose a note giving your name, address, phone number and a description of the problem.

NOTE: All equipment being returned for repair must have a Return Authorization (RA) Number. To get an RA Number, please call the Furman Service Department, (707) 763-1010 ext. 40, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., U.S. Pacific Time. Please display your RA Number prominently on the front of all packages.