SPR-16E i - Voltage regulator Furman - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SPR-16E i Furman

Line drawing of a FURMAN portable electronic device with control panel and display (no text or symbols on body)

ENGLISH

Page 4

SPR-16E; OWNER'S MANUAL

FRANÇAIS

Page 10

• Provides an ultra-stable 230 VAC supply from excessively low or high AC voltage sources
• Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT) for unequaled audio / video clarity
• Series Multi-Stage Protection (SMP) provides virtually maintenance-free AC surge suppression
• Extreme Voltage Shutdown (EVS) protects against dangerous wiring faults
• Cool running, noise-free technology allows placement in any critical listening environment
• Four pairs of DVR-friendly / HD-ready cable/satellite loop through protectors
  • 16 amp RMS capacity

Introduction

For over 33 years, Furman has pioneered the development of AC power products for the most demanding audio, video, and broadcast professionals. Though the need for stable AC power is nothing new, the SPR-16E i's technology and its unique implementation is revolutionary.

The extreme AC demands encountered in the professional audio/video arena have required technological developments far in excess of typical home theater/audiophile power products. In studios, live audio/video, and broadcast facilities, breakdown is unacceptable. Equipment failure or poor performance is costly. The same is true of today's home theater. Our solution-based technology, extensive engineering expertise, and robust build quality have answered the challenge of today's corrupted power lines, and led to the creation of the SPR-16E i.

With today's chaotic demands on many municipal power facilities, AC voltage is often reduced so that it can be stretched to fulfill excess demand. This creates a substantial negative impact on your system's performance. Power amplifiers and powered subwoofers cannot perform to their full potential. Even a relatively modest reduction in AC voltage can obliterate the sonic impact of an otherwise superior system. Just as problematic are excessively high line voltages. Excess voltage can overheat sensitive circuits; lower the life and reliability of projector lamps, and cause many circuits to shut down.

With the SPR-16E i's exclusive Stable Power AC Voltage Regulation Technology, voltage-starved power amplifiers and powered subwoofers perform at their full potential. With the SPR-16E i, home theaters are supplied with constant, virtually unwavering AC voltage. This assures trouble-free service for any environment suffering from unstable power.

The SPR-16E i generates virtually no heat, and produces none of the mechanical noise typical in inferior AC voltage regulators. Further, our zero-crossing solid state technology provides virtually unlimited peak current delivery, avoiding the current limiting found in AC regulators that convert AC power into DC, then synthesizing an AC output signal.

In addition to unstable voltage, today's AC lines are plagued with RF and EMI noise. When connecting sensitive equipment to your home's power outlet, AC noise couples into your system's critical components. This AC noise masks low level signals and cripples performance. This low level content is critical because it relays the crucial harmonics and ambience in audio, as well as the depth and clarity in video. With Furman's exclusive Linear Filtering Technology, televisions, projectors, DVD players, and processors are fed linearly-filtered AC power. This dramatically reduces noise, ensuring consistent peak operation of your critical components regardless of load conditions or the time of the day.

Another critical feature is our exclusive Series Multi-Stage Protection. This virtually maintenance-free surge suppression assures the highest level of AC protection possible, without sacrificing itself when the offending surge is severe – no damaged equipment, no service calls, no down time. Further, our digital AC input voltage, output voltage, and current meters allow precise measurements of both the AC line and the current load. These meters are a valuable asset when monitoring systems that are connected to today's potentially poor power grids, or the meters may be dimmed when monitoring is not required.

When employing the SPR-16E i, you will notice far clearer, stunningly focused sound and visual images from your system. Video presentation will be crisp and colors true with greater gray and black scale definition, as well as noticeably improved depth and clarity. When installed with Furman's IT-Reference 16 i, home theaters will reap the dual benefits of Furman's Stable Power and Discrete Symmetrical AC Filtering, ensuring performance without compromise – without peer.

Installation

Unpacking

Before unpacking your unit, inspect the carton for any obvious severe damage to the box and internal protective materials. If internal damage is likely, contact the carrier who delivered the unit before proceeding with unpacking. If, after unpacking, shipping damage is evident, contact the carrier. Save all shipping and packing materials. You may need them if you should ever have to return the unit to the factory for servicing.

The box should contain the SPR-16E i unit, detachable AC cord, rack mount kit, owner's manual, and warranty registration card. If anything is missing, please contact Furman Customer Service. Fill out and return your warranty registration card. Registration is recommended because it can be used to establish whether the unit is within the warranty period should your original ownership documents be lost, and it assists us in informing you about upgrades or other vital information.

Safety Information - Warnings

Please read and observe all of the safety and operating instructions before the SPR-16E i is operated. Retain these instructions for future reference.

• Do not disassemble or modify in any way. No user-serviceable parts inside.
• Keep away from moisture and avoid excessive humidity.
• Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the unit.

The SPR-16E i should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

• The power supply cord or plug has been frayed or cut.
• Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into the unit.
  • The SPR-16E i has been exposed to rain or other moisture.
• The SPR-16E i does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a marked change in performance.
  • The SPR-16E i has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

The SPR-16E i requires that a safety ground be present for proper operation. Any attempt to operate the SPR-16E i without a safety ground is considered improper operation and will invalidate the warranty.

Power Source

The power source to which the SPR-16E i is connected should be adequate for use at 16 Amps. Though the system may function with a 10 Amp panel circuit breaker, nuisance circuit breaker tripping could result at your service panel. If your system includes multi-channel audio power amplifiers that require more than modest power demands, a circuit breaker with a rating of at least 16 Amps is essential for optimum performance.

Placement

The SPR-16E i is manufactured with four rubber feet for placement on any table, cabinet, shelf, or floor. These rubber feet may be easily removed with a standard Philips screw driver when rack mounting adjacent to other components. Because of the SPR-16E i's internal shielding, placement or proximity to other components is not critical, and the SPR-16E i does not produce any appreciable heat under standard use. The SPR-16E i may also be rack mounted in a standard 19" rack by attaching the SPR-16E i rack ears. These rack ears (contained within the plastic rack kit package) are attached to the chassis by removing the (2) countersunk screws on each forward-side of the chassis top cover. Each rack ear is installed with (3) pan-head Philips screws contained within the SPR-16E i rack mounting kit. The third screw used for each rack ear is for the center hole, located towards the rear and aids in stabilizing the unit when rack mounted.

Connection

AC Cable Routing

Once the SPR-16E i is placed in your system, its AC cord's female end must be plugged into the male IEC connector located on the lower left hand side of the rear panel (when facing the rear panel). Next the male plug must be connected to an appropriate socket (see current rating recommendation above).

Connecting Components to the "Linearly Filtered Outlets - Video" Bank

The SPR-16E i's four "Linearly Filtered Outlets - Video" should be employed for critical video components such as DVD players, projectors, Plasma, or LCD video screens. When employing the SPR-16E i for a 2-channel audio system, a pre-amplifier and or CD player would be ideally suited for these outlets.

Connecting Components to the "Linearly Filtered Outlets - Audio" Bank

The SPR-16E i's four "Linear Filtering Outlets - Audio" should be employed for any critical audio components such as a CD or SACD player, turntable, or digital media receiver. These outlets still possess incredible AC noise filtering to maximize system performance.

Connecting Components to the "High Current - Linear Filtered Outlet" Banks

The SPR-16E i's high current (16A) outlet possesses the same Linear Filtering Technology as the other 11 outlets, but it can supply 16 amps. This higher current IEC outlet is appropriate for ultra-high current amplifiers requiring more than a 10 amp tap (very rare) or for series connection to the Furman IT-Reference 16E i. The bank's three 10A "Linear Filtering Outlets" should be employed for any components not connected to the Linearly Filtered Video or Linearly Filtered Audio outlet banks.

Rear Panel / Suggested AC Connection

Cable/Satellite Connectors (x4 pairs) 10A Circuit Breaker (High Current Linear Filtered Outlets) 2 - 7 Channel Amplifier Powered Subwoofer Turntable Cable/Satellite Receiver LCD/Plasma Monitor or Video Projector CABLE + SATELLITE TRANSIENT VOLTAGE SURGE SUPPRESSION 12 AMP BREAKER 10 AMP POWER AMPLIFIER OUTLETS 16 AMP OUTLET 10 AMP OUTLET LINEARLY FILTERED OUTLETS - AUDIO LINEARLY FILTERED OUTLETS - VIDEO TOTAL COMBINED OUTPUT 16A MAXIMUM CD Player VCR/DVR BVD/ HD-DVD/ Blu-Ray Player AC Cord Inlet Front Panel Voltmeter/Current Meter Dimmer 16 AMPS MAX VOLT NETR DM 10 AMP BREAKER LINEAR FILTERED OUTLETS 10A Circuit Breaker (Linear Filtered Outlets) High-Current Power Amplifier or Furman IT-Reference 16E i

Soft Start - Continuous Use and Break-In Time

When power is first applied to the SPR-16E i, (the front panel breaker- power toggle must be switched to the "on" position) the Soft Start feature is activated. There is an audible "clack" when the SPR-16E i is first turned on or off. This sound is produced by the Soft Start circuit's 30 Amp relay engaging or disengaging. There is virtually nothing in the SPR-16E i's construction, design, or componentry to wear over the life time of the product, and there is no power draw from your electric service meter aside from the LED indicators, volt/current meter, and relay circuits. For this reason the SPR-16E i may be left with its power engaged permanently at a cost of pennies per month. This is an added benefit, as many audio/videophiles find performance improves significantly when leaving low-powered components permanently charged (turned on). In fact, this is true of the SPR-16E i. Though it will function flawlessly right from its shipping carton, the performance of its circuit parts will improve after approximately two weeks of continuous use or "break-in."

AC Transient Voltage Surge Suppression and Extreme Voltage Shutdown

Extreme Voltage Shutdown Indicator

This LED is normally off. It monitors AC wiring faults – for example, accidental connection to an open neutral from a 300VAC or greater feed. When the Extreme Voltage Shutdown (EVS) circuit senses voltages that are so high that operation would be impossible, it shuts the power down before damage can occur. Upon initially applying power to these units, the Extreme Voltage indicator LED will light if the input voltage is above the extreme voltage cutoff, and power will not be applied to the unit's outlets. If the unit has been operating with an acceptable input voltage and subsequently that voltage exceeds 275V, it will shut off power to the outlet and the Extreme Voltage LED will light.

Protection OK Indicator

Although the Furman SMP circuit assures virtually maintenance free protection from transient voltage spikes and surges, nature has a way of occasionally creating electrical forces that are beyond the capabilities of any Transient Voltage Surge Suppression device to absorb without some degree of damage. In the rare instance that this occurs, the blue LED located in the center of the front panel will dim, even though AC power is present at the unit's outputs. If this happens, some level of protection from voltage surges will remain, but the Furman's clamping voltage rating will be compromised. The unit must be returned to Furman Sound, or an authorized Furman Service center for repair.

NOTE: If the mains power is above the high cutoff voltage and has caused the unit to remove power from its outlets, it cannot restore power without the operator manually turning the unit off, then on again. Avoid turning the unit back on without first checking the source of the problem, and perhaps changing the AC source.

Cable/Satellite Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors

The SPR-16E i features transient voltage surge suppression for cable or satellite lines utilizing standard coaxial connectors. As these surge suppressors are in-line, they will require an additional cable to connect from their output to the control device requiring protection.

All in-line surge suppressors feature our exclusive ground contamination-free technology. This aids in eliminating audio buzzing, and the video hum-bars that can result from typical in-line suppressors. Further, our cable and satellite suppressors are TiVO ^® /DVR friendly as well as HD-Digital Television ready. Both DC carrier signals as well as high bandwidth signals can pass through our circuit. In fact the bandwidth is less than 0.1dB loss at 1GHz!

To connect your cabling to these in-line protectors, simply follow the in and out indications marked next to the Cable - Satellite connectors.

NOTE: It is not possible to make an in-line cable or satellite protector "maintenance-free" as we have accomplished with the 230 VAC line. This would necessitate limited signal bandwidth that would not allow the signal to pass. Under extreme conditions, it is possible that the surge suppression in one of these devices could sacrifice itself after a catastrophic event. If the cable or satellite signal will no longer pass through our protector, please contact your local service representative, installer or Furman for servicing.

AC Voltage and Current Meter

Your SPR-16E i contains a true RMS precision incoming AC volt/current meter. This meter continuously monitors either the incoming AC voltage, or the total system AC current draw. To continuously read current or voltage, simply select the setting you wish to monitor by either pressing the voltage/current switch for current, or disengaging the switch for voltage. Since the AC voltage meter indicates incoming voltage, you should not be concerned by readings above or below 230VAC.

NOTE: For those that mount the SPR-16E i where it could be visible during use, we have included a rear panel mounted dimmer switch for the blue digital voltage and current meter. This allows the user to entirely dim this display when the room lights are turned off for optimum video viewing.

Warranty

Furman Sound, LLC warrants to the original purchaser of this product, the Furman SPR-16E i, that the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. The purchaser of the product is allowed fifteen days from the date of purchase to complete warranty registration by mail or on-line at the Furman website. If the purchaser fails to complete the aforementioned registration, the warranty period will be reduced to one year from the date of purchase.

If the product does not conform to this Limited Warranty during the warranty period (as herein above specified), purchaser shall notify Furman in writing of the claimed defects. If the defects are of such type and nature as to be covered by this warranty, Furman shall authorize the purchaser to return the product to the Furman factory or to an authorized Furman repair location. Warranty claims should be accompanied by a copy of the original purchase invoice showing the purchase date; this is not necessary if the Warranty Registration was completed either by mailing in the completed warranty card or by registering on-line at the Furman website. Shipping charges to the Furman factory or to an authorized repair location must be prepaid by the purchaser of the product. Furman shall, at its own expense, furnish a replacement product or, at Furman's option, repair the defective product. Return shipping charges back to purchaser will be paid by Furman.

CONNECTED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY: Furman Sound's Connected Equipment Warranty covers equipment that is damaged by transient voltage (an "Occurrence") while properly connected through the Furman SPR-16E i to a properly wired AC power line with a protective ground in an indoor location. Furman's Connected Equipment Warranty is limited to the amount of the deductible on the Purchaser's personal property insurance policy up to \$500.00. In order to make a claim for this Connected Equipment Warranty, the Purchaser must forward a copy of his/her personal property insurance claim for the damaged equipment to Furman and complete the Furman Connected Equipment Warranty claim form (call Furman at [phone] to obtain the form). Furman reserves the right to review the damaged Furman product, the damaged connected equipment, and the site where the damage occurred. All cost of shipping damaged equipment to Furman for inspection shall be borne solely by the Purchaser. Damaged equipment must remain available for inspection until the claim is finalized. The Connected Equipment Warranty is also in effect for a period of five years unless the Purchaser does not complete the warranty registration within fifteen days from date of purchase, at which time, the Connected Equipment Warranty period is also reduced to one year from the date of purchase.

All warranties contained herein are null and void if: the Furman Surge Protector in use during the occurrence is not provided to Furman for inspection upon Furman's request at the sole expense of the Purchaser, Furman determines that the Furman Surge Protector has been opened, improperly installed, altered in any way or tampered with, Furman determines that the damage did not result from the Occurrence or that no Occurrence in fact took place or Furman determines that the connected equipment was not used under normal operating conditions or in accordance with Manufacturer's instructions for the connected equipment. All Furman Surge Protectors must be plugged directly into a properly wired AC power line with a protective ground. Three-to-two-prong adapters / AC cords void this warranty. The Furman warranty only protects against damage to properly connected equipment where Furman has determined, at its sole discretion, that the damage resulted from an Occurrence and does not protect against acts of God (other than lightning) such as flood, earthquake, war, terrorism, vandalism, theft, normal-use wear and tear, erosion, depletion, obsolescence, abuse, damage due to low-voltage disturbances (i.e. brownouts or sags), non-authorized program, or system equipment modification or alteration. Do not use this product in anyway with a generator, heater, sump pump, water-related device, life support device, medical device, automobile, motorcycle, or golf-cart battery charger. To be used indoors only and in dry areas. All warranties contained herein are null and void if used in anyway with any of the aforementioned devices.

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 or abnormal use or handling of the product; against defects or damages arising from improper installation, against defects in products or components not manufactured by Furman, or against damages resulting from such non-Furman made products or components. This warranty shall be cancelable by Furman at its sole discretion if the product is modified in any way without written authorization from Furman. This warranty also does not apply to products upon which repairs have been affected or attempted by persons other than pursuant to written authorization by Furman.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. The sole and exclusive obligation of Furman shall be to repair or replace the defective product in the manner and for the period provided above. Furman shall not have any other obligation with respect to this product 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 consequential damages. Furman's employees or representatives' ORAL OR OTHER WRITTEN STATEMENTS DO NOT CONSTITUTE WARRANTIES, shall not be relied upon by purchaser, and are not a part of the contract for sale or this limited warranty. This Limited Warranty states the entire obligation 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 effect.

Warranty claims should be accompanied by a copy of the original purchase invoice showing the date of purchase (if a Warranty Registration Card was mailed in at the time of purchase or if the product was registered on-line, this is not necessary). Before returning any equipment for repair, please be sure it is adequately packed and cushioned against damage in shipment, and that it is insured.

Specifications

AC Current Capacity

Input - 16 Amp capacity required

Output - 16 Amps RMS (15 Amps continuous @ 215VAC)

AC Voltage Regulation

Provides AC regulation for a continuous output of 230VAC ( ±5.0V typically) with an input voltage range of 213VAC to 245VAC. (The SPR-16E i will regulate well beyond 213VAC to 245VAV, but not within ±5.0VAC )

Linear Noise Attenuation

Transverse (Differential) Mode

40 dB from 10Khz. - 100 kHz.

80 dB from 100Khz. - 1GHz.

(Linear attenuation curve from 0.05 - 100 ohms line impedance)

Outlets

1 (linearly filtered outlet - 16 amp)

7 (linearly filtered outlets)

4 (linearly filtered outlet with additional ultrasonic filtering for video components)

Dimensions

152mm H x 432mm W x 413mm D (Standard 3 RU height without feet)

Transient Voltage Surge Suppression

230 VAC

Series Multi-Stage Protection - Non-sacrificial with zero ground contamination

Telco Cable / Satellite

Less than .1dB line loss

Shutdown Range

275 VAC (±5 VAC)

Weight

15.5 kg.

Power Consumption

12 Watts for display and control circuits independent of actual load

Caractéristiques

Raccordement suggéré

Protection de signal de câble ou satellite (x4) 10A Disjoncteur ("High Current Linear Filtered Outlets") CABLE - SATELLITE TRANSIENT VOLTAGE SURGE SUPPRESSION 230 V~50/60 Hz VOLT METER DIM 16 AMPS MAX Avant panneau voltmètre/mètres current plus dimmer 10A Disjoncteur ("Linear Filtered Outlets") 10 AMP BRELAYER LINEAR FILTERED OUTLETS 10 AMP POWER AMPLISTER OUTLETS 16 AMP OUTLET Amplificateur 2-7 canaux HICH CURRENT - LINEAR FILTERED OUTLETS 10 AMP PONTEE AMPLISTER OUTLETS 10 AMP OUTLET 10 AMP OUTLET LANEARLY FILTERED OUTLETS - AUDIO TOTAL COMBINED OUTPUT 16A MAXIMUM Lecteur CD Magnétoscope analogique ou numérique Récepteur satellite Moniteur plasma/ ACL/ Projecteur vidéo Lecteur DVD/ HD-DVD/ Blu-ray

Dimensions (H x L x P)

152mm H x 432mm L x 413mm P (format 3U standard sans les pieds)