Furman AC-215A Users Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
AC-215 A
COMPACT POWER CONDITIONER
AC-215A
AC-215A MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR
AC-215A
OWNER’S MANUAL
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GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR
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FURMAN’S AC-215A FEATURES
SMP• (Series Multi-Stage Protection) with EVS (Extreme Voltage
Shutdown)
LiFT• (Linear Filtering Technology) with zero ground contamination
Compact chassis design easily attaches to any at screen television •
mount (Includes hardware)
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Furman AC-215A compact power conditioner,
and congratulations on your choice. The AC-215A power conditioners feature
Furman’s revolutionary Series Multi-Stage Protection (SMP) circuit, Extreme
Voltage Shutdown (EVS), and our exclusive Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT).
Together, these technologies comprise precisely what our customers have come
to expect from Furman - uncompromised AC protection and purication. Our
AC-215A has been precisely engineered to exceed the critical demands of
audio/video professionals, contractors, broadcasters, and musicians alike.
SMP (SERIES MULTI-STAGE PROTECTION)
Furman’s SMP surge suppression virtually eliminates service calls and costly
“down time”. Traditional surge suppression circuits sacrice themselves when
exposed to multiple transient voltage spikes, requiring the dismantling of your
system and repair of your surge suppressor. Not so with Furman’s SMP. Dam-
aging transient voltages are safely absorbed, clamped, and dissipated. Your
connected equipment is protected, while your Furman protects itself!
EVS (EXTREME VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN)
Furman’s trusted over-voltage (EVS) circuitry protects against prolonged
overvoltage conditions. It does so by monitoring the incoming voltage and,
when an unsafe condition is detected, triggering a relay which shuts off the
incoming power until the overvoltage condition is corrected. The unit will reset
automatically when voltage is returned to a safe level.
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LiFT (LINEAR FILTERING TECHNOLOGY)
Unfortunately, traditional AC power conditioners have been designed for
unrealistic laboratory conditions. Prior technologies, whether multiple-pole
or conventional series-mode lters, could actually harm audio and video
performance more than they help, due to the resonant peaking of their
antiquated, non-linear designs. Under certain conditions, these designs can
actually add more than 10 dB of noise to the incoming AC line! Worse still,
lost digital data, the need to reboot digital presets, or destruction of sensitive
digital converters are frequently caused by excessive voltage spikes and AC
noise contaminating the equipment ground. Furman’s LiFT takes a different
approach, ensuring optimal performance through linear AC noise ltering with
no ground contamination.
SAFETY INFORMATION
To obtain best results from your Furman AC-215A Power Conditioner, please
be sure to 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 covers. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualied personnel only.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Please read and observe all safety and operating instructions before
installing your unit. Retain these instructions for future reference.
2. Your unit should not be used near water – for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming
pool, etc.
3. Do not place your unit near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves or other appliances that produce heat.
4. The unit should only be connected to a 120 VAC, 60Hz grounded electrical
outlet. Do not defeat the ground or change polarization of the power plug.
5. Route the power cord and other cables so that they are not likely to be
walked on, tripped over, or stressed. Pay particular attention to the condition
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of the cords and cables at the plugs, and the point where they exit your
unit. To prevent risk of re or injury, damaged cords and cables should be
replaced immediately.
6. Clean your unit with a damp cloth only. Do not use solvents or abrasive
cleaners. Never pour liquid on or into the unit.
7. Your unit 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 other moisture.
• The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits
a marked change in performance.
• The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
8. Your unit requires that a safety ground be present for proper operation.
Any attempt to operate the unit without a safety ground is considered
improper operation and could invalidate the warranty.
9. Do not attempt to service your unit beyond what is described in this manual.
All other servicing should be referred to qualied service personnel.
OPERATION
EXTREME VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN INDICATOR
The Extreme Voltage Shutdown LED is normally off. If an input voltage in
excess of 137VAC is sensed, either on initial power-up or during normal
operation, the AC-215A will shut off power and this indicator will light.
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 until the mains
power returns to a lower nominal level. If the main power remains high, check
the source of the problem, and if necessary, change the AC source.
PROTECTION OK INDICATOR
Although the Furman SMP circuit assures protection from transient voltage
spikes and surges, nature has a way of occasionally creating electrical forces
that are beyond the capabilities of any TVSS device to absorb without some
degree of damage. In the rare instance that this occurs, the green “Protection
OK” LED indicator located on your front panel will turn off. If this happens,
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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.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom: No power to the AC outlets.
Possible Cause: Circuit breaker has tripped due to excessive load
Action Needed: Unplug one piece of equipment from the AC-215A and push
the re-set tab into the circuit breaker bezel.
Symptom: No power to the AC outlets, even after the circuit breaker has
been re-set.
Possible Cause: Protection devices are damaged.
Action Needed: Contact the Furman Service Department at 707-763-1010.
Symptom: Extreme Voltage (EVS) indicator lit.
Possible Cause: Input voltage is outside of nominal operation levels. This may
be caused by wiring faults at your location or downed power lines.
Action Needed: Unit will automatically reset and resume operation once the
problem has been corrected.
INSTALLATION
The AC-215A can be conveniently and inconspicuously mounted within an
equipment rack or on the rear panel of your video display, using the included
brackets. Refer to the illustrations below for instructions.
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The brackets can be positioned facing in or out as shown to best allow for different
types of installations.
SERVICE
If you require technical support or equipment service, please contact the
Furman Service Department at 707-763-1010. You may also email info@
furmansound.com. All equipment being returned for repair must have a Return
Authorization (RA) number. To get an RA number, please call the
Furman 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
provide a note giving your name, address, phone number, RA number and a
description of the problem.
3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
SAVE YOUR SALES RECEIPT! The receipt is your proof of purchase and con-
rms the product was purchased at an authorized Furman dealer. It will need
to be submitted to Furman in order to process any warranty claims.
Furman, a brand of Panamax Inc., warrants its AC-215A (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 three 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 notify Furman of the claimed defects by calling
707-763-1010 or via email (info@furmansound.com.). If the defects are of
such type and nature as to be covered by this warranty, Furman shall autho-
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rize 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 option, repair the defective
product. Return shipping charges back to purchaser will be paid by Furman.
CONNECTED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY: Furman’s Connected Equipment
Warranty covers equipment that is damaged by transient voltage (an
“Occurrence”) while properly connected through the Furman AC-215A 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 Purc haser’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 (707) 7631010 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 bor ne solely by the Purchaser. Damaged equipment must
remain available for inspection until the claim is nalized. The Connected
Equipment Warranty is also in effect for a period of three years unless the
Purchaser does not complete the warranty registration within fteen 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 and must
not be “daisy-chained” together in serial fashion with other power strips,
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UPS’s, other surge protectors, three-to-two-prong adapters, or extension
cords. Any suc h installation voids 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 ood, 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 modication 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
use or abnormal handling of the product, or against defects or damages
arising from improper installation. This warranty shall be cancelable by
Furman at its sole discretion if the product is modied in any way without
written authorization from Furman or Panamax Inc. 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 or Panamax
Inc.
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 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 consequential damages. 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.
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SPECIFICATIONS AC-215A
AC Current Capacity
Input: 10 Amp capacity required
Output: 10 Amp RMS (both outlets combined)
AC Noise Attenuation, Transverse (Differential) Mode
>40dB @ 100kHz
>50dB @ 500kHz
(linear attenuation curve from 0.05 to 100Ω line impedance)
Transient Voltage Surge Suppression
120VAC
Series Multi-Stage Protection
Non-Sacricial with Zero Ground Contamination
188V peak clamping @ 6000V/3000A input
Extreme Voltage Shutdown
137 VAC typically
Dimensions & Weight
1.75” (H) x 5” (W) x 8.5” (D), 3 lbs.
Safety Agency Listing
cTUVus
POWER CORD INLET SECURITY CLAMP
To attach or detach the AC power cord security clamp, simply assemble or
disassemble as shown in the above illustration. Place clamp together as shown,
and secure screws in the provided holes to lock the power cord in place.
Loosen screws and remove clamp from unit to detach.
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