Panamax MAX 5410 owner manual Introduction, Filtered Outlet Banks, High-Current Outlet Bank

INTRODUCTION

Your Audio/Video components are constantly being bombarded by electromagnetic interfer- ence (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) through their power cords. This contami- nated power can affect A/V equipment and will degrade the overall performance of your entire system. Common symptoms of contaminated power include pops, hisses, hums, visual arti- facts, etc. Most power filtering devices will remove some of this interference but don’t provide a real solution to the problem.

The MAX® 5410 Sophisticated Filtration System is a Real Solution!

Filtered Outlet Banks:

The primary noise filtration system features cascaded banks of filter circuits that supply power to the Always-On and Switched outlets. The filtration circuitry has been specifically designed to filter out all forms of electromag- netic and radio frequency noise in both com- mon and normal modes. There are four banks of outlets with two outlets per bank. Cross- contamination between the outlet banks is also eliminated with this design.

Outlet Banks 1 and 2 are always on, providing continuous power to those components with programmable memory settings. Banks 3 and 4 can be set to either always on or switched. A rear panel slide-switch provides the option of a 10 second shutdown delay if these outlets are configured as Switched.

High-Current Outlet Bank:

The unique power requirements of current hungry components such as amplifiers and powered subwoofers are also addressed. These components can rapidly draw large amounts of current to replenish their power supply capacitors after thunderous bass notes. Line conditioners that utilize coils (inductors) in series with the AC power line can “choke” off this large inrush current, thereby reducing the amplifiers’ ability to operate at peak performance levels, resulting in a flat, dead sound. The MAX® 5410 high-current outlets are fed by noise filtration circuitry that does not utilize coils and provides full, unimpeded power for your amplifiers and powered sub- woofers.

Other Features Enhance the

Functionality:

Although the MAX® 5410 functionality revolves around noise filtration and power protection, many other exciting features enhance the overall entertainment experience, including:

•A backlit analog voltmeter indicates the AC line voltage coming into your system.

•A combination ON/OFF/Dimmer switch controls the meter lighting.

•An always-on, convenience outlet on the front panel for temporary AC connections.

•Sequential start-up and shut-down of your system using an A/V receiver (or other component) and the 12VDC trigger input.

•12V Trigger Output with selectable output delay.

•RS232 Control for interfacing to automation systems.

As you read through the rest of this manual, you’ll discover many more unique features. As audiophiles, we care about the quality of your listening and/or viewing experience.

Our goal is to:

•Provide clean pure power

•Protect your investment

•Enhance the pleasure you get from you’re A/V system

Thank you for choosing Panamax for your power quality needs. Please finish reading the instructions, install your MAX® 5410 and enjoy the full potential of your entertainment system.

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