Installation and Operating Instructions
AV-3000 and AV-5000 Power Centers
4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder CO 80301
15-052-21-1 Rev B
PH: 720.406.8946 [email protected] www.psaudio.com
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2.3 Installation
Placement
The AV Power Center must be installed in a protected environment away from heat emitting devices. Do
not install this unit where it may be exposed to excessive moisture.
Rack Mounting
Rack mounting hardware is provided for use with your PS AV Power Center. Please us only the included
hardware for rack mounting the device.
Remove and retain the 3 #8 screws located on each side of the PS AV Power Center, nearest to the front
faceplate. Use the same 3 #8 screws removed from the chassis to attach each of the rack mounting ears
to the side of the unit. Finally use the 4 pan head screws to mount the unit in the rack.
Ventilation
Ensure adequate airflow around the device. Do not block any ventilation holes
Connect to AC
The voltage specifications for the PS AV Power Center can be found on the back panel of the unit. Prior
to plugging the unit into the AC power ensure the voltage and frequency of the device match the power
provided by the wall
Plug the PS AV Power Center into a 2 pole, 3 wire grounded receptacle (wall outlet).
*
*When used with the optional PowerPack UPS-1500 plug the PS AV Power Center into the PowerPack
using the included IEC male to IEC female cable and the UPS control patch cord.
Determining the Load
If rated capabilities are exceeded an overload condition may occur and cause the device to shut down
and/or trip the circuit breaker. In order to determine the load follow these steps:
1. Make a list of all devices you will power from the PS AV Power Center and the power
consumption ratings of each. This information can generally be found on each device near the
AC inlet or in the device’s operations manual.
2. Calculate the sum of the consumption ratings
3. Ensure to the total consumption does not exceed the capabilities of the PS AV Power Center.
If the load exceeds rated capabilities we suggest using an additional PS AV Power Center device in order
to protect and control your equipment.
Important:
If connecting the PS AV Power Center to an uninterruptable power supply (UPS),
such as the PS Audio PowerPack, ensure your total load does not exceed the rating of the UPS.
Connect the Load
Connect each of the devices to be powered by the PS AV Power Center. Be sure to make a list of each
device and the power zone in which they are located.
