Monster Cable HTS5000 owner manual

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Spike: An abrupt transient which comprises part of a pulse, but exceeds its average amplitude considerably.

Surge: A large, sudden change of voltage or current, usually caused by the collapse of a magnetic field or by a shortened or opened circuit element.

Surge Protector: A device which protects component circuitry from high alternating voltage peaks or transients.

Transient: A momentary surge on a signal or power line which may cause component breakdown and failure.

UL: A common abbreviation for Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc., a corporation supported by some underwriters for the purpose of establishing safety standards on types of equipment or components.

Video Noise: In the video-frequency range, any electrical disturbance introduced from a source extraneous to the signal.

Volt (V): The unit of measurement of electromotive force.

Voltage Rating: The maximum voltage which an electrical device or component can sustain without breaking down.

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Contents HTS Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions Iii Page Proper Grounding and Installation Tips Important Note Proper Power and ProtectionIntroduction Thank YouMONSTER’S Patented Clean Power Stages Design Minds Behind the Monster Powercenter Page Content Checklist Before You BeginHookup Guide DBS/DVD/Phone Line HookupOutlet Programming Switches Outlet ProgrammingPage Remote AC Control Hookups Remote DC Control Hookups Coaxial Outlet Hookup Dish in jackHigh Current Audio AC Outlet Hookup SatelliteAnalog Audio AC Outlet Hookup Video AC Outlet Hookup Digital AC Outlet Hookup OUT Rack Mounting Your PowerCenter Important Note HTS 5000 Features HTS 5000 Features Index DrawingsNumbers Refer to Drawings on Pages Delay Time Switch Selects delay time Easy reach to outlets Troubleshooting Problem The PowerCenter is not receiving powerTroubleshooting Problem Speakers emit a humming or buzzing noise Problem The Unswitched on LED is off Problem The Switched on LED is offProblem Timed on LED is Off Possible Cause #2 Frequently Asked Questions What is the importance of component-to-component filtering?If my PowerCenter stops operating, what do I do? Glossary of Power-Related Terms Appendix aPage Page Connected Equipment Warranty Warranty InformationAppendix B As To Each Warranty General ProvisionsHow To Make a Claim Connected Equipment ClaimPage How to Contact Us Appendix CRegister Your Product For Warranty Coverage Male Female Page Page Division of The Monster Group