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Home TheatreReference PowerCenter™HTS 3600Owner’s Manual ®

MONSTER’S PATENTED CLEAN POWER STAGESEach PowerCenter features a stage of Clean Power. Clean Power performs two tasks vital to high performanceaudio,

3THE DESIGN MINDS BEHIND THE POWERCENTERRichard Marsh – There are few experts able to solve the complex problems of AC power.Richard Marsh is one of t

Noel Lee – Noel Lee is best known for popularizing the concept of high performance audiocable 20 years ago with his creation of Monster Cable. Origina

CONTENT CHECKLISTBefore You BeginBefore you do anything, make sure you have everything you need to enjoy the high performance of your Monster PowerCen

HOOKUP GUIDESTEP 1 Pay-Per-View/Phone Line HookupPlease note that HTS 3600 is not intended for hookup of any phone which carries two separate phone li

7REMOTE AC CONTROL HOOKUPSTEP 2 Remote AC Control HookupThis feature allows you to turn your PowerCenter On via the remote control that operates your

8REMOTE DC CONTROL HOOKUPSTEP 3 Remote DC Control HookupThis feature allows you to connect your PowerCenter to your Home Automated Control System conv

STEP 4 Coaxial input/output hookupYou will need additional coaxial cables to connect the HTS 3600 to your components.See illustration on page 15 which

10STEP 5 Ultra-High Current Audio Outlet (Switched/Timed) HookupNOTE:These outlets are designed to deliver maximum current to power hungry components

11STEP 6 Analog Audio Filter Outlet (Switched) HookupNOTEBecause certain components don’t need continuous power, or shouldn’t be turned on continuousl

TABLE OF CONTENTSPageImportant Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12STEP 7 Video Filter Outlet (Unswitched) HookupNOTEThese outlets are "unswitched" because some components perform best when powered continu

13STEP 8 Digital Outlet (Unswitched) HookupNOTEYou can plug any type of digital component (e.g., CD player, DVD player, MiniDisc, Camcorder) into this

14STEP 9 Rackmounting Your PowerCenterA) Remove your PowerCenter trim covers using a 3/32 Allen key (not included). Turn each Allen screw counter-cloc

15GROUNDING YOUR CABLE TV, SATELLITE DISH AND ANTENNA CONNECTIONSIMPORTANT NOTEProper grounding can be accomplished by using a special grounding block

1612345 678111213910UNSWITCHED UNSWITCHED UNSWITCHED SWITCHED TIMEDIN OUTIN OUTIN OUTCABLE TVSATELLITEANTENNAAC IN110V0.3ADC IN9~12V300mABREAKER 15APR

17HTS 3600 FEATURES NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGE 161. Protection On LED: Indicates Monster Power Surge Protection Circuitry is functioning proper

18NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGE 1610. Voltage/Amperage Toggle: Allows you to view either the Input Voltage or System Current Draw LED Readout.11.

19NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGE 1617. Analog Audio Filter (Switched Outlets): These outlets have a special filter circuit that reduces audible noi

20NUMBERS REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGE 1623. Phone Line: Allows hookup of two lines simultaneously. Features a special Gas Surge Arrestor that protectsag

21TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM – The PowerCenter is not receiving power.Possible Cause #1The PowerCenter is not turned On.Possible Solutions• Turn the Power

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSPlease read and observe the following safety points at all times.WARNING – Power SourcesDo not plug this Monster PowerCent

22TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)Possible Cause #3The PowerCenter cord is plugged into an outlet on the back of one of your components and the component i

23TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)Possible Cause #2PowerCenter is plugged into a Switched outlet, but power on the component is not On. In some instances,a

24TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)PROBLEM – The Switched LED is Off.Possible Cause #1The component remote control you are using to power the Remote turn-on

25TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)PROBLEM – Timed LED on front panel is Off.Possible Cause #1You are using the Timed Outlet Remote Turn-On feature (Same as

26FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSQ. What is the importance of component-to-component filtering?A. With the Monster PowerCenter, AC power must first go thro

27Q. Does it matter which outlets I plug my components into?A. Yes. Each group of outlets is specifically designed to protect and maximize performance

28APPENDIX AGlossary of Power-Related TermsAudio Noise: In the audio-frequency range, any electrical disturbance introduced from a source extraneous t

29Ground: A point in an electrical system that has zero voltage. Usually, the chassis of an electrical component is at ground potential and thus serv

30UL: A common abbreviation for Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc., a corporation supported by some underwriters for the purpose of establishing safety

APPENDIX BWarranty InformationMonster Cable Products, Inc. warrants that this product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under norm

WARNING – Proper CleaningIn general, the only cleaning necessary for your Monster PowerCenter is a light dusting.Unplug your component from the wall b

32GENERAL PROVISIONS As To Each Warranty:Any technical or other advice offered before or after delivery with respect to the use and application of the

CONNECTED EQUIPMENT CLAIMHow To Make A ClaimIn the event damage has occurred to equipment which is properly connected to a Monster Power product as a

347. If it is determined that the damage was caused by the Monster Power product, Monster, at its discretion,will direct you to:A. Obtain a repair est

35APPENDIX CHow to Contact UsWrite to us at: Monster PowerC/O Monster Cable Products, Inc.455 Valley DriveBrisbane, CA 94005Visit us on the web at: mo

Register Your Product For Warranty CoveragePlease either complete and return this warranty registration by mail, or go to monstercable.com/warrantyto

5. Was this Monster PowerCenter a gift? oYes o No6. What was the purchase price of this unit? __________________7. How would you describe your exper

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CAUTION – Exposure To HeatDo not expose your Monster PowerCenter to direct sunlight or place it near wall heaters, space heaters,or any enclosed space

PROPER GROUNDING AND INSTALLATION TIPS CAUTION – Proper GroundingMonster PowerCenters require a properly grounded 3-wire outlet to protect connected e

IMPORTANT NOTE – Proper Power and ProtectionTo completely deliver clean power and protect your equipment against electrical surges, every wire into or

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INTRODUCTIONThank YouThank you for purchasing Monster Power’s Home Theatre Reference PowerCenter™HTS 3600. The PowerCenter reflects Monster’s commitme