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Introduction
Owner’s Reference
PerfectWave Power Plant 5
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Thank you for purchasing the PS Audio PerfectWave Power Plant 5 AC Regenerator.
The Power Plant 5 is a state-of-the-art AC regenerator that regulates and regenerates AC line
voltage, producing clean, low-distortion AC power. The Power Plant 5, also known as the P5, will
provide, regulated AC power regardless of the condition of your home’s power. Clean, regulated AC
is essential to optimize the performance of your connected equipment.
Dynamics Never Restricted
The Power Plant 5 will not restrict the dynamics or the soundstage in your high-end system and will,
in fact, provide superior levels of performance in micro and macro dynamics. In addition, the P5
will maintain the harmonic integrity of your audio equipment while increasing color saturation and
lowering video noise in video equipment.
Built to the Highest Standards
PS PerfectWave power products are built to the highest standards, both internally and externally,
in Boulder, Colorado. Every effort has been made to provide the highest quality performance and
reliability possible. Every PerfectWave Power Plant is hand built, tested and then burned in to make
sure what you receive is ready to go and will provide years of trouble free service.
Wattage vs. VA (Volt-Amps)
All Power Plant 5’s labeled US or JP can output a continuous load of up to 1000 Volt-Amps of pure,
regulated AC, with peak momentary output capabilities of up to 1200 Volt-Amps. All Power Plant
5’s labeled EX, GR, or UK can output a continuous load of up to 1200 Volt-Amps of pure, regulated
AC, with peak momentary output capabilities of up to 1500 Volt-Amps. There is a practical difference
between Volt-Amps and wattage, which can get somewhat confusing and may need clarifi cation,
especially if you have a large load and are intending to drive high-current-draw devices.
The power factor of an AC electric power system is defi ned as the ratio of the real power fl owing to
the load to the apparent power in the circuit. Real power is the capacity of the circuit for performing
work in a particular time. Apparent power is the product of the current and voltage of the circuit; due
to energy stored in the load, or due to a non-linear load that distorts the wave shape of the current
drawn from the source, the apparent power will be greater than the real power.
In an electric power system, a load with a low power factor draws more current than a load with a
high power factor for the same amount of useful power transferred. The higher currents increase the
energy lost in the distribution system, and affect the ratings of the equipment.
Location
Once your new Power Plant 5 is unpacked, you’ll need to fi nd a convenient place to set it.
Mounting
The Power Plant 5 is stackable on other PS Audio PerfectWave devices, however, because of
ventilation issues it is recommended the P5 be on top of the stack of equipment if possible. If
wishing to install the P5 into your component rack, the purchase of an aftermarket, custom-
designed shelf will be necessary.
If your equipment is located a long distance from the Power Plant 5, it is preferable to use a long,
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Installation
Considerations
