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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLS 

12v Trigger Input Jack

The Zbreeze 12V input uses a 2.5 mm sub-mini jack. To trigger the Zbreeze, plug one end of  
the provided cord into the In jack and the other end into the system controller’s or preamp’s 
12V trigger output. Some components, including Parasound Surround Controllers, use 3.5 mm 
trigger output jacks, so we have also included a trigger wire with 2.5mm and a 3.5mm mini 
plugs. If the control component’s trigger output is a + and - terminal, you can cut the 2.5 mm 
plug off one end of the included trigger wire and attach the bare wires to these terminals. The 
lead with the white stripe on it corresponds to the plug’s tip and the unmarked lead  
corresponds to the sleeve of the plug.

Note:

 If the trigger voltage source is DC, the trigger plug tip 

must be + (positive) and its sleeve – (negative). The Zbreeze  
trigger current draw is a negligible 15 mA.

12v Trigger Loop Jack

The Loop jack is connected to the 12V Input jack to “loop” the 
12 volt trigger to another device. It provides a convenient way to 
connect another component for 12V trigger operation. 

AC Inlet

Set the AC line (mains) voltage before you connect the Zbreeze’s  
power cord and before you install it. 

Note:

 The AC source should be constant (unswitched) if the Zbreeze is operated manually. If the 

AC source is switched, then the Zbreeze should be operated with the Turn On switch set for AC.

Operating the Zbreeze

The Zbreeze is a local-area cooling fan which is designed to prevent hot spots from developing. 
It runs continuously whenever your equipment is on, at whichever speed you have selected. 
The Zbreeze should be located above your component that generates the most heat. The 
Zbreeze will draw in the heated air from above this component and force it out the top cover 
and rear panel. This air circulation will prevent either the heat producing component or the 
component(s) above it from overheating.  
If you can provide some space between the Zbreeze and the the components above and below 
it, you will increase its efficiency and reduce the acoustical noise. In an equipment rack this 
would result in leaving one rack space empty above and/or below each Zbreeze.

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Summary of Contents for Zbreeze

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...ng grounding plug This plug will only fit into a grounding power outlet If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the...

Page 3: ...on 2 Applications 2 115 230v AC Selector Switch 2 Rack Mounting 3 Rear Panel Connections and Settings 4 Front Panel Controls 6 If You Require Assistance 7 Warranty Repair 7 Specifications 8 TABLE OF C...

Page 4: ...ous operation enables the fans in the Zbreeze to run slower for quieter operation and longer life You can select the fan speed which is adequate to keep the local area from overheating It will run qui...

Page 5: ...he Zbreeze must be mounted horizontally It occupies only half the width of a single rack space in a standard 19 equipment rack For rack mounting you can fasten it to another Parasound Z Custom model b...

Page 6: ...e will turn on automatically when an external 12 volt trigger voltage is applied to its 12V Trigger In jack Note The AC and 12V switch positions disable the front panel Power button so the Zbreeze tur...

Page 7: ...igger to another device It provides a convenient way to connect another component for 12V trigger operation AC Inlet Set the AC line mains voltage before you connect the Zbreeze s power cord and befor...

Page 8: ...s Fan speed is indicated in the adjacent display window as Low Med High Note The default fan speed is Medium Maintaining Your Zbreeze Your Parasound Zbreeze requires no periodic maintenance other than...

Page 9: ...adequate insurance to cover its value You must include a copy of your purchase receipt since this document establishes the validity of this unit s warranty Warranty repairs are only performed by Para...

Page 10: ...50 60 Hz 1 5 watts standby 8 watts maximum fan speed Dimensions 91 2 Wide 10 Deep with connectors 2 High with feet 13 4 panel only 241 x 254 x 50mm 44 1mm panel only Net Weight 3 6 lbs 1 7 Kg Rack Mou...

Page 11: ...NOTES Notes 9...

Page 12: ...Rev 0 92 Parasound Products Inc 2005...

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