Furman Sound Elite-16 PF E User Manual
Elite-16 PF E Manual
Features
Power Factor correction provides surplus current for power-starved ampliers
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Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT) for unequaled audio / video clarity
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Series Multi-Stage Protection Plus (SMP+) for virtually maintenance-free AC surge
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suppression
Zero ground contamination circuitry protects critical digital components
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Ultrasonic ltering isolates digital and video circuits from analog components
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Four pairs of TiVO friendly - High Denition ready cable/satellite loop through protectors
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Elite-16 PF E Manual
IntroductIon
For over 30 years, Furman has pioneered the
development of AC power products for the
most demanding audio, video, and broadcast
professionals. Though the need for pristine AC
power is nothing new, the Elite-16 Power Factor’s
technology and its unique implementation are
revolutionary and without peer.
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 sound, 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 Elite-16 PF E.
Today’s power 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 Ultra-
wide bandwidth Linear Filtering Technology,
televisions, projectors, DVD players, ampliers,
and processors are fed linearly-ltered AC
power. This dramatically reduces noise,
ensuring consistent peak operation regardless
of load conditions or the time of day. For the rst
time, you will see and hear your theater or audio
system as it should be – not compromised.
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 sacricing itself when the offending
surge is severe – no damaged equipment, no
service calls, no down time.
At the center of the Elite-16 PF E is our unique
Power Factor Correction Circuit. For the
rst time, low-level analog, digital, and video
components are not modulated or distorted
via the power amplier’s extreme AC current
demands. Further, the power amplier sees a
highly ltered, extremely low-impedance supply
of AC power. The Elite-16 PF, in fact, has in
excess of 3 Amps of continuous current reserve
(over 45 amps peak charge) for the most extreme
peak power demands. This technology enables
power ampliers and powered subwoofers to
operate at peak efciency, reaching levels of
performance previously unattainable.
No longer will your amplier’s performance be
at the mercy of your home’s incoming AC power
or inferior AC protection/ltering devices. The
net effect is as if your power amplier virtually
doubled in power and improved immeasurably
in quality.
When employing the Elite-16 PF E, you will
immediately 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 denition, as
well as noticeably improved depth and clarity.
Sonic transients will be startlingly fast with
bass fundamentals that shake foundations with
their weight and visceral impact. Mid and high
frequencies will bloom with sweet, non-glaring
ease while imaging improves dramatically,
all the while remaining true to your system’s
inherent virtues.
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Elite-16 PF E Manual
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 Elite-16 PF E unit,
detachable AC cord, rack mount kit, owner’s
manual, and warranty registration card. If
anything is missing, please contact your local
authorized Furman Customer Service Center.
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 Elite-16 PF E
is operated. Retain these instructions for future
reference.
The Elite-16 PF E should be serviced
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by qualied service personnel when:
The power supply cord or plug has been
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frayed or cut.
Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled
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into the unit.
The Elite-16 PF E has been exposed to
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rain or other moisture.
The Elite-16 PF E does not appear to
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operate normally, or exhibits a marked
change in performance.
The Elite-16 PF E has been dropped, or
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the enclosure damaged.
The Elite-16 PF E requires that a safety ground
be present for proper operation. Any attempt
to operate the Elite-16 PF E without a safety
ground is considered improper operation and
may invalidate the warranty (this does not apply
to countries without a grounded mains outlet).
poWer source
The power source to which the Elite-16 PF E
is connected should be adequate for use at 16
Amps. The Elite-16 PF E will operate with a10
Amp service outlet; however, nuisance tripping
at the circuit breaker panel may result if the
systems continuous current draw exceeds 10
Amps.
placement
Do not disassemble or modify in any
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way. No user-serviceable parts inside
Keep away from moisture and avoid
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excessive humidity
Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to
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enter the unit
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The Elite-16 PF E is manufactured with four
rubber feet for placement on any table, cabinet,
shelf, or oor. These rubber feet may be
easily removed with a standard Philips screw
driver when rack mounting adjacent to other
components. Placement or proximity to other
components is not critical, and the Elite-16 PF
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