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USER MANUAL P1800 PF R Furman

Power Factor Technology• with 45 amps peak current reservoir provides current-on-demand for instrument ampliers and powered speakers Clear Tone Technology• provides AC noise ltering circuitry engineered specically for instrument ampliers to provide a lower noise oor and greater dynamic response SMP• (Series Mul-Stage Protecon) with EVS (Extreme Voltage Shutdown) LiFT• (Linear Filtering Technology) with zero ground contaminaon BNC connector on the rear panel allows you to aach any standard (12VAC 0.5 amp) gooseneck lamp to illuminate the rear of • your rack (Furman GN-I and GN-LED accessory gooseneck lamps (sold separately) are recommended for this applicaon) Dimmable, laboratory precise digital voltage meter• Tri-color voltage range indicator (complements numerical voltage reading - even when viewed at a distance from the display)• Eight rear panel AC outlets (three with “wall wart” spacing and Furman Secure Straps to hold bulky transformers in • place)• Front panel USB connector charges most portable media devices and cell phones or power a USB lamp• 15A current capacity• Five year limited warranty• INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Furman Presge Series Power Condioner, and congratulaons on your choice. The Presge Series P-1800 PF R Power Condioner features Furman’s revoluonary Clear Tone Technology, transient Power Factor Technology, Series Mul-Stage Protecon (SMP) circuit, and our exclusive Ultra-Wide-Bandwidth Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT). Together, these technologies comprise precisely what our customers have grown to expect from Furman: uncompromised protecon and puricaon. The P-1800 PF R has been precisely engineered to more than meet the crical demands of recording studios, broadcast facilies, and discerning musicians alike. Unique to the Furman P-1800 PF R are Clear Tone and Power Factor Technologies, which were developed specically to address the needs of professional musicians. Whether playing in a stadium, bar, rehearsal space, or studio, every venue has one thing in common: the AC power is supplied from the local ulity. What’s worse is that the power supplied from the building’s AC outlet is typically poor, thanks to increasingly over taxed power lines and raised line impedance. In fact, the quality of AC power has been so poor for so long, most musicians have no idea how great their instrument ampliers could really sound! When the AC transient power factor is poor and the line impedance is high, ampliers sound muddy because their power supplies sim- ply can’t deliver when pushed. The scream and cry from a guitar loses bite and harmonics, bass guitars lose their punch and weight, keyboards sound nasal and lose clarity, aack, and extension. Furman’s P-1800 PF R addresses this issue - allowing instrument ampliers and powered studio monitors to sound their best while of- fering comprehensive protecon at the same me. DESCRIPTION Power Factor Technology/Clear Tone Technology The P-1800 PF R’s Power Factor Technology actually lowers the AC line impedance supplied by your wall outlet, while storing energy for peak current demands. In fact, there are over 45 amps of instantaneous peak current reserve in the Furman P-1800 PF R. Addion- ally, with Clear Tone Technology, every nuance of your sound is revealed due to the exceponally wide bandwidth of the P-1800 PF R’s linear lter! Most AC lters reduce substanal levels of noise, but typically in frequencies above audibility. The P-1800 PF R scrubs the AC line noise in the range your instrument produces its harmonics and tone character. Whether you want squeaky clean, punchy, snging, or grunge, YOU control your sound - not your local AC tap! SMP (Series Mul-Stage Protecon) with EVS (Extreme Voltage Shutdown) Furman’s SMP (Series Mul-Stage Protecon) surge suppression virtually eliminates service calls and costly “down me”. Tradional surge suppression circuits sacrice themselves when exposed to mulple transient voltage spikes, requiring the dismantling of your system, and repair of your surge suppressor. Not so with Furman’s SMP. With SMP, damaging transient voltages are safely absorbed, clamped, and dissipated. Your connected equipment is protected, while your Furman protects itself!5 FRANÇAIS ENGLISH ESPAÑOL Unique to Furman’s SMP is its unparalleled clamping voltage. While other designs oer clamping voltages that are well above 330 Vpk, Furman’s SMP clamps at 188 Vpk, (133 VAC RMS) even when tested with mulple 6000 Vpk - 3000 amp surges! This unprec- edented level of protecon is only available with Furman’s SMP technology. Addionally, Furman’s trusted EVS (Extreme Voltage Shutdown) circuitry protects against catastrophic overvoltage condions (such as all-too-frequent accidental connecons to 208 or 240 VAC or an intermient neutral) by shung o the incoming power unl the overvoltage condion is corrected and the power switch is reset. LiFT (Linear Filtering Technology) Furman’s Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT) reduces AC line noise in an even, linear manner across a very wide bandwidth, resulng in a lower noise oor. Tradional AC lter - condioners have been designed for unrealisc laboratory condions - whether mulple pole lters or convenonal series mode, prior technologies could actually harm audio and video performance more than they help, due to the resonant peaking of their anquated, non-linear designs. Under certain condions, these designs can actually add more than 10 dB of noise to the incoming AC line! Worse sll, lost digital data, the need to re-boot digital pre-sets, or destroyed digital converters are frequently caused by excessive voltage spikes and AC noise contaminang the equipment ground. Furman’s LiFT takes a dierent approach, ensuring opmal performance through linear ltering with no contaminaon, or leakage, to ground. Addional Features A rear mounted BNC jack accepts any standard (12VAC 0.5 amp) gooseneck lamp for rear rack illuminaon. Addionally, the P-1800 PF R oers a laboratory precision digital meter that displays incoming voltage in 1-volt steps. The voltme- ter’s accuracy is ±1.5 volts and features a tri-color voltage range indicator. This informs the user whether voltage is in or out of a safe range, even from a distance too great to accurately read the displayed voltage. The P-1800 PF R is equipped with a front panel convenience AC outlet and eight rear panel outlets. Three of the rear panel outlets are spaced to accommodate transformer plugs (wall warts) and feature Velcro™ “Secure Strap” e loops to secure these plugs in place. All rear panel outlet banks are electrically isolated from each other to minimize cross-talk between components. The High Current bank features 2 high-current outlets for components such as ampliers and powered monitors. The P-1800 PF R’s 15 amp capacity is supplied from a robust 14awg, 10 foot AC cord. SAFETY INFORMATION To obtain best results from your Furman Presge Series Power Condioner, please read this manual carefully before using. WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. Dangerous high voltages are present inside the enclosure. Do not remove the cover. Refer servicing to qualied personnel only. The lightning ash with an arrowhead symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of suf- cient magnitude to constute a risk of electric shock!

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(Please read prior to installaon) 1. Please read and observe all safety and operang instrucons before installing your Furman Presge Series Power Condioner. Retain these instrucons for future reference.

2. Your Presge Series Power Condioner should not be used near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,

kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. 3. Do not place your Presge Series Power Condioner near high heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other ap- pliances that produce extreme heat. 4. The Furman P-1800 PF R should only be connected to a 120 VAC, 60Hz, grounded electrical outlet. Do not defeat the ground or change polarizaon of the power plug. 5. Route the AC power cord and other cables so that they are not likely to be walked on, tripped over, or stressed. Pay parcular at- tenon to the condion of the cords and cables at the plugs, and the point where they exit your Furman condioner. To prevent risk of re or injury, damaged cords and cables should be replaced immediately.6

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6. Clean your Presge Series Power Condioner with a damp cloth only. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners. Never pour liquid on or into the unit.

7. Your Presge Series Power Condioner should be serviced by qualied service personnel when:

• The power supply cord or the plug has been frayed, kinked, or cut.

• Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into the unit.

• The unit has been exposed to rain or extreme moisture.

• The unit does not appear to operate normally.

• The “Protecon OK” indicator is not lit.

• The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure has been damaged. 8. Your Presge Series Power Condioner requires that a safety ground be present for proper operaon. Any aempt to operate the unit without a safety ground is considered improper operaon and could invalidate the warranty. 9. Do not aempt to service your Presge Series Power Condioner beyond what is described in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to qualied service personnel. OPERATION Digital Voltage Meter: Furman’s laboratory precision AC digital voltmeter connually measures AC voltages within a typical tolerance of +/-1.5VAC. It should be noted that the display represents incoming voltage. The meter can be dimmed by holding the adjacent dimmer buon to the right of the meter. Hold this buon down for two seconds to cycle the brightness sengs of the display. Voltage Range Indicator: This indicator is located in the lower le corner of the digital voltage meter lens assembly. When AC voltage is within 5 volts (+/-) of a nominal 120VAC source, this tri-color indicator will be green (opmal). However, if the voltage is between 110 to 114VAC or between 126 to 130VAC, the indicator will turn amber (cauon - not opmal). If the incoming voltage is in an extreme range (below 110 or above 130), the indicator will turn red. This range is far from opmal, and may be potenally damaging to some equipment. NOTE: Furman’s P-1800 PF R does not compensate for high or low AC line voltage. If you frequently move your rack to dierent loca- ons, derive power from generators, use excessively long extension cords, travel internaonally, or are in an area prone to brownouts, you may benet from the use of one of Furman’s AC Line Voltage Regulators. Ultra-Low Resistance Magnec Power Switch / Circuit Breaker: Furman’s Presge Series 15 amp capacity power switch - breaker is specically designed to stand up to the enormous high in-rush cur- rent demands of many power ampliers. Addionally, Furman magnec circuit breakers are not sensive to temperature, nor do they raise the AC impedance as do many less costly thermal breakers. If the 15 amp maximum RMS current capacity of the P-1800 PF R is exceeded, the spring tensioned switch will immediately reset to the “O” posion. You will need to switch back to the “On” posion once the problem is corrected (typically by eliminang one component), or unl the RMS current does not exceed 12 amps - 1440 was. Total Current Capacity: The incoming circuit is designed for 15 amps (1800 was). However, the Power Factor Technology circuit actually requires some of the maximum RMS current capacity however, so the rated available output current is in fact 12 amps (1440 was) or greater - maximum 15 amps. Due to the vector load represented by many amplier power supplies when connected to our Power Factor circuit, the avail- able current could be as high as 15 amps, but never less than 12 amps. This also only applies to average or RMS current draw, as the circuit can handle many mes this for peak current demands from even the largest - robust power ampliers. Extreme Voltage Shutdown Indicator: The Extreme Voltage LED indicator is normally o. It is located within the meter lens assembly directly above the blue voltage meters LED’s, though during normal use it will NOT be visible. The Extreme Voltage indicator monitors a hazard common in the entertainment industry, as well as remote broadcasng: wiring faults, such as accidental connecon to 208VAC where 120VAC is expected, or an open series neutral from a 208 to 240VAC electrical service. The Furman EVS circuit senses voltages that are so high that operaon would be impossible and shuts the power down before damage can occur.7 FRANÇAIS ENGLISH ESPAÑOL Upon inially applying power to the P-1800 PF R, the Extreme Voltage indicator will illuminate to a bright red if the input voltage is above the extreme voltage cuto. When this occurs, power will not be applied to the P-1800 PF R’s outlets. If the unit has been operang with an acceptable input voltage and subsequently that voltage exceeds 140V, it will shut o power to the outlets and the Extreme Voltage LED will light. NOTE: If the mains power is above the high cuto voltage and has caused the EVS circuit to remove power from the Furman’s outlets, it cannot restore power without the operator manually turning the unit o, then on again. Avoid turning the unit back on without rst checking the source of the problem and perhaps changing the AC source. Protecon OK Indicator: Although the Furman SMP circuit assures virtually maintenance free protecon from transient voltage spikes and surges, nature has a way of occasionally creang electrical forces that are beyond the capabilies of ANY TVSS device to absorb without some degree of damage (such as a direct lightning hit in an outdoor applicaon). In the rare instance that this occurs, the green “Protecon OK” LED indicator (located to the lower right of the voltage meter) will not illuminate. If this happens, some level of protecon from voltage surges will remain, but the Furman’s clamping voltage rang will be compromised. The unit must be returned to Furman. USB Charger: The Furman P-1800 PF R’s USB charger provides an easy way to recharge many popular electronic accessories as well as cellular communicaon devices by simply plugging the re-charge cord into the front panel socket. Please note: as there are currently many standards for USB, some devices may not be compable with our charger. Rear BNC Connector: The Furman P-1800 PF R features a rear rack BNC socket which will accept any 12 VAC (0.5A) gooseneck lamp assembly, (such as the Furman GN-LED or GN-I). Simply slide the BNC plug over the socket and rotate clockwise unl the connector snaps into the locked posion. The rear rack lamp can be powered on or o with the rear light switch which is adjacent to the BNC connector. Transformer Plug (“Wall Wart”) Secure Straps: The Furman P-1800 PF R features three rear panel AC outlets that are widely spaced for plug transformers (wall warts). Addionally, these may be secured for transport with the Velcro™ Secure Straps that are included in the product carton. Each strap must be rst secured with the supplied Philips screw, and the Furman Secure Strap will e the “wall wart “(transformer) in place. Isolated Outlet Banks: The Furman P-1800 PF R features eight rear-panel outlets in 3 isolated banks. If you are connecng analog and digital equipment to the P-1800 PF R, it is recommended to connect the analog equipment to “Bank A” and digital equipment to “Bank B” (or vice-versa) to minimize electrical crosstalk. “Bank 3” features two high-current outlets. These outlets minimize line impedance due to Furman’s Power Factor Technology and should be used for ampliers, powered studio monitors, etc. TROUBLESHOOTING 1.) Symptom: No power to the AC outlets, “Protecon OK” indicator is not lit. Possible Cause: Either the AC outlet to which your Furman condioner is connected has no AC voltage present, or there has been damage to the unit’s circuitry. Acon Needed: Plug the Furman condioner into an AC receptacle where a nominal 120 VAC is present. If the problem persists, the internal circuitry may be damaged and the unit will require factory service (see “Service” secon below). 2.) Symptom: Extreme Voltage indicator lit. Possible Cause: Input voltage is above 140 volts causing power to the unit’s outlets to be shut down. Addionally, if the voltage is below 85 - 90 volts at turn on, the unit will not allow AC voltage to reach the outlets. Acon Needed: Correct the line voltage, and then turn the Furman condioner on. If the voltages present are well below 114 VAC or above 126 VAC, consider installing a Furman voltage regulator.8

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SERVICE Quesons or issues with your Furman unit should be directed to the Furman Customer Service Department, available 8AM-4:30PM Pacic Time at (707) 763-1010 or via email at info@furmansound.com. If a unit requires service, it must have an RA number assigned from Furman’s Customer Service Department. 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 brief note giving your name, address, phone number and a descripon of the problem. Please display your RA number prominently on the front of all packages.

5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

SAVE YOUR SALES RECEIPT! The receipt is your proof of purchase and conrms the product was purchased at an authorized Furman dealer. It will need to be submied to Furman in order to process any warranty claims. Furman, a brand of Panamax Inc., warrants its P-1800 PF R (the “Product”) as follows: Furman warrants to the original purchaser of the product that the product sold hereunder will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ve years from the date of purchase. If the product does not conform to this Limited Warranty during the warranty period (as herein above specied), purchaser shall nofy Furman of the claimed defects by calling 707-763-1010 or via email (techsupport@furmansound.com). If the defects are of such type and nature as to be covered by this warranty, Furman shall authorize purchaser to return the product to Furman headquarters. Warranty claims MUST be accompanied by a copy of the original purchase invoice or receipt showing the purchase date. Shipping charges to Furman headquarters must be prepaid by the purchaser of the product. Furman shall, at its own expense, furnish a replacement product or, at Furman’s opon, repair the defecve product. Return shipping charges back to purchaser will be paid by Furman. THE FOREGOING IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Furman does not warrant against damages or defects arising out of improper use or abnormal handling of the product, or against defects or damages arising from improper installa- on. This warranty shall be cancelable by Furman at its sole discreon if the product is modied in any way without wrien authoriza- on from Furman or Panamax Inc. This warranty also does not apply to products upon which repairs have been aected or aempted by persons other than pursuant to wrien authorizaon by Furman or Panamax Inc. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. The sole and exclusive obligaon of Furman shall be to repair or replace the defecve product in the manner and for the period provided above. Furman shall not have any other obligaon with respect to the products or any part thereof, whether based on contract, tort, strict liability or otherwise. Under no circumstances, whether based on this Limited Warranty or otherwise, shall Furman be liable for incidental, special, or consequenal damages. This Limited Warranty states the enre obligaon of Furman with respect to the product. If any part of this Limited Warranty is determined to be void or illegal, the remainder shall remain in full force and eect. SPECIFICATIONS MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT: 15 amps LINE CORD: Capve 3/14 AWG, 10 , black cord with NEMA 15 plug BNC SOCKET WITH SWITCH FOR REAR RACK LAMP: 12VAC 500mA max (lamp not included) OPERATING VOLTAGE: 90 to 139 VAC OVER VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN: 140 vac nominal SPIKE PROTECTION MODES: line to neutral, zero ground leakage SPIKE CLAMPING VOLTAGE: 188 VAC peak @ 3,000 amps RESPONSE TIME: 1 nanosecond

MAXIMUM SURGE CURRENT: 6,500 AMPS

NOISE ATTENUATION: 30 dB @ 2kHz, 40 dB @ 10kHz, 50 dB @ 20kHz, 70 DB @ 100KHZ DIMENSIONS: 19” W x 10.5” D x 1.75” H WEIGHT: 13 lbs. (6 kg.) POWER CONSUMPTION: 8 Was