PS Audio P3 Owner's Reference Manual

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Owner’s Reference

Instructions for use

Owner’s Reference P3

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Table Of Contents

Owner’s Reference P3

Introduction .................................................................................................................

Getting Started ............................................................................................................

Operation Guide ..........................................................................................................

Warranty ......................................................................................................................

Service Information......................................................................................................

1 - 2

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4 - 12

13 - 14

15 - 16

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Introduction

Owner’s Reference P3

Important Safety
Instructions

Heed all warnings
Follow all instructions

WARNING. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN NOR MOISTURE.

Clean only with a dry cloth.

Do not place ammable material on top of or beneath the component.

The PS Audio P3 is an actively cooled component that requires adequate ventilation at all times
during operation. Please allow a minimum ½” space above and below the P3. If using the P3
with other PerfectWave devices, stacking the units with their standard ½” rubber feet will allow
adequate ventilation. If possible, to provide maximum ventilation, it is recommended the P3 be on
top of the stack of equipment.

Rack mounting is available with the aftermarket purchase of custom shelving. Please see Chapter

2: Getting Started; Section II: Mounting.

Do not remove nor bypass the ground pin on the end of the AC cord. All PS products ship with
a grounding-type plug. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

Read these instructions

When making connections to this or any other component, make sure all components are
powered off. Turn off the system’s power before connecting the PS Audio component to any other
component. Make sure all cable terminations are of the highest quality.

There are no user serviceable fuses inside this product.

THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS PS AUDIO PRODUCT. REFER ALL
SERVICE NEEDS TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Please contact your authorized dealer, your distributor, or PS Audio directly if you have any
questions or concerns that are not addressed in this reference manual.

PS Audio™ is a trademarks of PS Audio International Inc., and is restricted for use by PS Audio
International, Inc., its subsidiaries, and authorized agents.

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Introduction

Owner’s Reference P3

Thank You

Dynamics Never
Restricted

Built to the Highest
Standards

Voltage vs VA
(Volt-Amps)

Thank you for purchasing the PS Audio PerfectWave Power Plant 3 AC Regenerator.

The PerfectWave Power Plant 3 is a state-of-the-art AC regenerator that regulates and regenerates
the AC line voltage, producing clean, low distortion AC power. The Power Plant 3, known as the P3,
will provide up to 1000VA of pure, 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.

The P3 will not restrict the dynamics nor the soundstage of your high-end system and will, in fact,
provide superior levels of performance in micro and macro dynamics. In addition the P3 will maintain
the harmonic integrity of your audio equipment while increasing color saturation and lowering video
noise in video equipment.

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.

All P3’s labeled US or JP can output a continuous load of up to 800 Volt-Amps of pure, regulated
AC, with peak momentary output capabilities of up to 1000 Volt-Amps. All P3’s labeled EX, GR,
or UK can output a continuous load of up to 900 Volt-Amps of pure, regulated AC, with peak
momentary output capabilities of up to 1000 Volt-Amps. There is a practical difference between Volt­Amps and wattage, which can get somewhat confusing and may need clari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 dened as the ratio of the real power 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 (Watts). Apparent power is the product of the current and voltage of the
circuit (Volt-Amps); 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.

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Getting Started

Owner’s Reference P3

Location

Mounting

Vibration

Conditioners

Network
Connectivity

Once your new P3 is unpacked, you’ll need to nd a convenient place to set it.

The P3 is stackable on other PS Audio PerfectWave devices, however, because of ventilation issues
it is recommended the P3 be on top of the stack of equipment if possible

If your equipment is located a long distance from the P3, it is preferable to use a long, heavy gauge
shielded power cable between the AC receptacle in the wall and the Power Plant. This is better than
long individual power cables between the connected components and the P3.

The P3 can benet from aftermarket isolation devices such as cones, spikes and
Sorbothane pads. Once you have chosen the location for the P3 you can use the supplied AC
power cord to connect to the wall receptacle, or you can use an aftermarket power cord and/or

receptacle.

We discourage the use of any other power conditioning equipment before or after the P3 without
considerable evaluation. A critical determination will have to be made as to whether there are any
sonic or visual shortcomings. The P3 has a signicant input & output passive lter design, and
adding extra power cables to its input or additional ltering to its output may, in fact, be undesirable.

Connecting your P3 to the network is an option that provides extended functionality benets. It
is recommended that the P3 be connected to the router via hard-wire connection, however it will
certainly function if connected to the network via wireless Ethernet bridge.

If a network connection is not available for the P3 it will in no way affect the P3’s performance in your
system in terms of the quality of regenerated, regulated AC. Connecting your P3 to the network
allows functionality benets only, not performance based benets.

The online interface is user friendly and can be accessed by registering one’s P3 at the following link
powerplay.psaudio.com. The end-user will nd a multitude of usability features including

• P3 consumption records and performance tracking.

• Individualized zone control.

• Naming of individual zones.

• Firmware updates (when available)

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Operation Guide

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Power-down
First

Zones

We recommend that you power each device in your system down before attempting to connect
equipment to the P3. Integrate the P3 into your system, plug in the desired gear and activate the
P3 with the back-panel power switch. After the AC Regenerator inside your P3 has synchronized
with your incoming power, your system components may now be powered up. Now just add music!

Plug the P3 into an AC receptacle with at least 15 amps of service (in the US) or 7.5 amps of service
(in 230 volt regions), preferably using a dedicated AC line. A dedicated line means there is nothing
else plugged into the wiring feeding the AC receptacle and that wiring returns directly to the AC
breaker box.

Where you plug the P3 in is important

Our recommendation on where to connect your new P3 is a PS Power Port AC receptacle. It is
preferable to a $1.99 “contractor special” brass contact AC receptacle found in most of our homes.

Use the heaviest-gauge, shielded power cable possible

Use the heaviest gauge shielded AC power cable you can to connect a P3 to its AC source.
The heavier the gauge used, the less the chance for restricted dynamics in both audio and video
systems. PS Audio offers an entire line of approved power cables for this purpose. Please see your
dealer for details. Once the P3 has been connected to an AC source it is time to connect your
equipment (with the P3 powered down).

Power zones should be used to isolate different genres of equipment from each other. For instance,
you can group digital equipment together on a single zone and multiple analog sources on another
zone. You should not mix digital, video or analog equipment on the same zone if possible. Digital
equipment would be a DVD player, CD player, DAC, computer, TIVO, or satellite receiver. Video
equipment would be a VCR, TV or computer monitor. Analog examples would be a power amp,
preamp, projector, turntable, or any type of tube equipment. It is a good idea to keep in mind that
all equipment generates radiated noise when it is operating. This radiated noise is harmful to both
audio and video system performance and is typically carried down the AC power line.

High Current
Zone

How to Turn
it on

In

Zone D on the P3 is marked “HC” for High Current. Unlike zones A, B, and C, the HC zone does
not output regenerated AC, and instead provides ltered and protected AC from the mains. This
zone is intended for gear that could potentially draw more than the 800VA of regenerated AC the P3
is capable of outputting.

Once everything is connected you can ip the back panel power switch to power up the unit. The
P3 will initialize for several seconds, and after this time you will hear an audible click, and the display
will turn on. By default, the display will show you two readings. On the left, there is a volt meter that
shows the incoming voltage the P3 is receiving from the mains. On the right, a watt meter will exhibit

the current watt draw the P3 is under.

Along the bottom of the display you will see ve potential status indicators silk screened into the
chassis of the P3. If the status is active there will be a colored LED lit above it.

Upon powering on, this status will be lit with a green LED, and denotes that the display is showing

the current input voltage.

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Set

IP

90%

100%

Control Options

Remote Control

Upon pressing either the left or right arrow button on the remote, a green LED will light above this
status. In this mode you have the ability to raise or lower the output voltage of the P3 using the
arrow buttons on your remote, and the display will show the user selected output voltage. After
approximately four seconds the P3 will revert to displaying the input voltage.

This indicator will be lit with a blue LED if the P3 has a viable internet connection.

An orange LED will light above this status if the P3 is outputting 90% of its potential.

If the P3 is outputting 100% of its potential a red LED will light above this status. If this status
indicator is lit the P3 is being pushed too hard and it will be necessary to either lower your
connected load or move some components to the HC zone.

There is no way to control the P3 directly from the front panel of the unit, but there are three quick
and easy ways to interact with and control your P3: a remote control that is included with the Power
Plant, an internal webpage that is accessed over your home’s Local Area Network via computer, and
over the internet via GlobalNet.

Remote Control
The remote control included with the P3 is going to be the easiest and most direct way to control
the Perfect Wave P3. The remote is line of sight, so please note that the P3 must be in sight to be
controlled in this manner. There are 7 buttons on the P3’s remote control.

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Power

MW

Display

Left and Right
Arrow

Home

Cleanwave

The Power button will cycle power to any zone not set to Always On as well as the display.

The MW button will toggle the waveform between either Multiwave or Sinewave that the P3 is
outputting. When pressed, the display will show ‘ON’, indicating that Multiwave is currently selected.
Pressing MW again will show the message ‘OFF’, indicating that Multiwave has been disabled. The
default waveform for the P3 will be the traditional Sinewave. MultiWave is an exclusive feature of
the Power Plant that extends the peak charging time of the sine wave and lowers ripple levels in
connected power supplies for better sound.

Pressing the display button will revert the P3’s display to the default view of incoming voltage/

wattage load.

These buttons are used to change the output voltage of the P3. Pressing the right arrow button will
increase the output voltage of the P3, and conversely pressing the left arrow button will decrease the

output voltage.

This button has no function with the P3.

Pressing the Cleanwave button will activate the degaussing feature. On the P3’s display you will
see the message ‘CLn’ and a timer counting down from 5. To initiate a longer cycle, simply tap
the Cleanwave button twice for a 60 second degaussing. CleanWave modulates the sine wave
amplitude slightly to help remove magnetic charges that can build up in connected transformers due
to asymmetrical line conditions. Use of CleanWave is recommended on a regular basis for improved
audio performance.

Internal Webpage

The P3 comes equipped with an internal webpage that can be accessed from any computer via a
Local Area Network (LAN). This is the network that is created by a router in the home. To access the
P3’s internal webpage, rst connect the P3 either directly to a router or to a wireless Ethernet bridge
that is, in turn, connected to a router. This is done with a CAT5 Ethernet cable. The P3 will indicate
that it is successfully connected to the LAN when the blue LED is lit on the unit’s display. Next, open
a web browser on your computer and type http://powerplant in the address bar. The P3’s internal
webpage should now be viewable in the browser.

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System Status

The rst page available will be the System Status page. This gives a snapshot of the current status
of the P3. Here, current input/output voltage and THD readings as well as the wattage will be
displayed. The unit’s name will also be displayed (all P3s will have a default name of POWERPLANT).
Power to the entire unit can easily be cycled by clicking the ‘System Power’ button. Power to
individual zones can also be easily cycled by clicking the desired zone’s icon under ‘Zone Power’.

Conguration

Unit Name

Zone Name

Delay Mode

Always On

Switched

Delayed

Program Delay

The next page available is the Conguration page. Here, the user is able to control some of the more
advanced features of the P3, such as changing the device name, naming the individual outlets and
changing the switch mode of the four controllable zones.

You may enter a description of your P3 to help you remember the location within your home, such
as ‘Family Room P3’.

You may label each outlet to match the device connected. Type the desired label in the text eld
above each outlet.

Change the way each outlet interacts with the Master Power button by altering the switch mode as
follows:

The outlet remains on regardless of the state of the Power Button.

The outlet will follow the state of the Power Button.

The outlet will follow the state of the Power Button after a 3 second delay.

The outlet will follow the state of the Power Button after a programmed delay. Note: The Program
Delay can only be altered through the web based interfaces, the default is 3 seconds.

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Reboot

Auto Reboot

Network

Host Name

Enable DHCP

The outlet is ALWAYS ON, but may be rebooted through the web interface.

The outlet is ALWAYS ON, may be rebooted from the web interface, and automatically reboots when
no web connection is detected for 10 minutes. When Auto Reboot is selected you may use the on
and off delays to sequence power of all Auto Reboot outlets.

When all desired changes have been made, simply click the Save button at the bottom of the page
to put them into effect.

The nal page available is the Network page. This page allows you to modify the network settings of
your P3 Power Plant. Please exercise extreme caution when modifying any settings on this page as
the incorrect settings will result in loss of network connectivity.

The Host Name can be used to access your P3 by typing a name into your browser rather than the
local IP address. To alter the Host Name type the new name in the text eld. The default host name
for the P3 is POWERPLANT.

The P3 is setup to rely on a DHCP enabled router or switch. Most routers will have DHCP enabled
by default, as does the P3. If you do not have DHCP enabled on your network or wish to set up
your P3 with a static address on the local network you may choose to disable DHCP by removing
the checkbox. In order to maintain network connectivity you must know and input the correct IP
address, gateway, subnet mask, primary DNS and secondary DNS.

When all desired changes have been made, click the ‘Save Cong’ button at the bottom of the page

to update the P3.

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GlobalNet

The third and nal way to control the P3 is through the use of PS Audio’s own servers and the
GlobalNet website. GlobalNet gives a user the unique ability to control and monitor a P3 from
anywhere in the world on either a computer or web enabled mobile device. To access GlobalNet,
rst connect the P3 either directly to a router or to a wireless Ethernet bridge. This is done with a
CATV Ethernet cable. The P3 will indicate that it is successfully connected to the internet when the
blue LED is lit on the unit’s display. Next, open a web browser on your computer or mobile device
and enter http://powerplay.psaudio.com in the address bar. An alternate way to access GlobalNet is
to simply go to www.psaudio.com and click the PowerPlay button at the top of the screen.
Once a user has arrived at GlobalNet, rst time users will need to register to gain access to
control functions. To do so, click the ‘Register’ button located in the upper left hand corner of the
screen. After inputting the necessary information and selecting ‘End User’ under ‘User Type’. Once
successfully registered, log in to GlobalNet with the username and password selected.

Next, click the ‘Register Device’ icon. In the window that appears, input the P3’s unit ID in the ‘Unit
ID #’ eld (the unit ID number can be obtained from silver sticker on the rear panel of the device).
Finally, click the ‘Add’ button, and the unit registration process is complete. Close this registration
window and refresh the web browser being used. Click on the ‘Command Center’ icon to access

the Control Panel.

Control Panel

Congure

The Control Panel is the rst page available to the user and gives a snapshot of the current status
of the P3. Here, current input/output voltage and THD readings as well as the wattage will be
displayed. Power to the entire unit can easily be cycled by clicking the ‘Master Power’ button. Power
to individual zones can also be easily cycled by clicking the desired zone’s icon.

The CONFIGURE tab is the most powerful page for your P3. From this page you can label each
outlet to match the device connected, toggle the power for each of the zones, set the switch mode
for each zone.

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Outlet Labeling

Power Toggle

Switch Mode

Always On

Switched

Delayed

Program Delay

Reboot

Auto Reboot

You may label each outlet to match the device connected. Type the desired label in the text eld
above each outlet and click the ‘Submit Changes’ icon.

By clicking on the Power Switch you may turn the power to the selected zone on or off.

You may change the way each outlet interacts with the Master Power button by altering the switch
mode as follows.

The outlet remains on regardless of the state of the Power Button.

The outlet will follow the state of the Power Button.

The outlet will follow the state of the Power Button after a 3 second delay.

The outlet will follow the state of the Power Button after a programmed delay. Note: The Program
Delay can only be altered through the web based interfaces, the default is 3 seconds.

The outlet is ALWAYS ON, but may be rebooted through the web
Interface.

The outlet is ALWAYS ON, may be rebooted from the web interface, and automatically reboots when
no web connection is detected for 10 minutes. When Auto Reboot is selected one may use the on
and off delays to sequence power of all Auto Reboot outlets.

** Important: Changes made in the configuration tab must be
confirmed by clicking on the Submit Changes button at the
top of the page. **

Alerts

Performance

Wattage

Network

IP Ping

IP Address

One of the most distinguishing features of GlobalNet and the P3 is its ability to alert you to possible
problems with your system. The Email Alerts tab will allow you to congure email alerts. Conguring
email alerts is easy, just check the boxes next to the alerts you wish to receive, enter the email
address or addresses you wish them to be sent to and click SAVE CHANGES.

The Performance tab will allow you to monitor the incoming power conditions and wattage
consumption over time of your P3.

The Wattage tab allows you to congure high and low wattage tolerances, and actions based off of
exceeded tolerances.

The networking tab allows some controls of the network settings for the Perfect Wave P3.

Offers the ability to monitor various IP addressed devices on the local network then Reboot devices
based off of a failed response. This feature is sometime referred to as the network watchdog. The
feature can even alert you via email alerts to reboot events or failed responses on the local network.

Enter the IP address of the device that you would like the P3 to monitor.

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Failed Response
Timeouts

Action

Scheduling

Back Panel
Hardware

Enter the number of failed responses you are willing to
accept before initiating a reboot or alert.

Enter the desired action. You may select the device to reboot or to send alert.

Enable future reboot, on, or off events with an easy to use calendar. Events may also be repeated.
In order to create an event simply select any day, then tell GlobalNet what you would like the P3 to
do. Custom names will carry over from the settings in the Conguration tab. From here you may
choose the outlet you would like to reboot, turn on, or turn off. The event can be congured to
repeat on a daily, weekly or monthly basis at your designated time.

NOTE: Scheduling features require that the P3 be connected to the web for events to take place.

Identication and Instruction

Power Switch: “O” denotes the off position, whereas “—” denotes the on position.

Fuse: The P3, for all units marked US and JP, takes a 5 amp, 250 volt, 5mm/20mm Slow-Blow

fuse. For all units marked EX, GR, UK, and AU, the P3 takes a 3 amp, 250 volt, 5mm/20mm Slow­Blow fuse

Reset Button: It is white and inscribed with a numeral written in red to denote that the amperage
of the circuit breaker. If the PerfectWave P3 is driven to output more than its maximum usage
(please see QUICK START GUIDE, section: Power Down First for details regarding maximum
output) the breaker will trip and the unit will shut down. Please reduce the load connected to
the P3 by removing high-current-draw components thereby bringing the unit’s wattage output
within acceptable range, reset the circuit breaker by pressing the white button, and power on your
PerfectWave P3. 240V units employ a 10 amp circuit breaker, whereas 120V units employ a 15 amp
circuit breaker.

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Trigger: As described in QUICK START GUIDE, section: Trigger and IR Commands, these are
the input and output connectors which accept the 3.5mm tip-sleeve connector for 12-Volt Trigger

operations as well as IR controls.

USB Input: Is not necessary for unit operation but will be necessary in the event of a rmware
update should a network connection be unavailable.

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Warranty

Owner’s Reference P3

TERMS AND
CONDITIONS

Conditions

PS Audio warrants the product designated herein to be free of manufacturing defects in

material and workmanship, subject to the following conditions, for a period of 90 days
from the date of purchase by the original purchaser or date of shipment to the authorized

PS Audio dealer, whichever comes rst. This warranty period can be extended to three
(3) years by registering your product. To register, go online www.psaudio.com.

This Warranty is subject to the following conditions and limitations: the Warranty is void

and inapplicable if the product has been used or handled other than in accordance with
the instructions in the owner’s manual, abused, or misused, damaged by accident or
neglect or in being transported, or the defect is due to the product being repaired or
tampered with by anyone other than PS Audio or an authorized PS Audio repair center.

a. The product must be packaged and returned to PS Audio or an authorized PS

Audio repair center by the customer at his or her sole expense in the original
packing material. PS Audio will pay return freight of its choice for original
purchasers.

b. Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA Number) is required before any

product is returned to our factory for any reason. This number must be visible
on the exterior of the shipping container for PS Audio to accept the return. Units
shipped to us without a Return Merchandise Authorization Number or without a
visible RMA Number on the exterior of the shipping container will be returned to
the sender, freight collect.

c. RETURNED PRODUCT MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A WRITTEN

DESCRIPTION OF THE DEFECT, which should be included in the PS Audio­generated RMA. PS Audio reserves the right to modify the design of any product
without obligation to purchasers of previously manufactured products and to

change the prices or specications of any product without notice or obligation to

any person.

Remedy

In the event the product fails to meet this warranty and the above conditions have been

met, the purchaser’s sole remedy under this Limited Warranty shall be to return the
product to PS Audio or an authorized PS Audio repair center where the defect will be
repaired without charge for parts or labor.

This Warranty is for the benet of the original purchaser of the covered product if the

product has been purchased through an authorized PS Audio dealer, distributor or agent.
PS Audio will not honor this warranty without valid proof of purchase from an authorized
PS Audio dealer, distributor or agent and or a valid serial number as proof the product is
a valid PS Audio product manufactured by PS Audio International.

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This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or any damage due to accident, misuse,

abuse, negligence or modication of, or to any part of the Product, without initial express

consent from PS Audio. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation
or maintenance, connection to improper voltage supply, or attempted repair by anyone
other than a facility authorized by PS Audio to service the Product.

This warranty is invalid if the factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed

from the product.

This warranty is invalid if proof of manufacture by PS Audio International cannot be

determined to the satisfaction of the company either by verication of a valid serial

number and/or a valid receipt that includes the serial number from an authorized PS
Audio dealer, distributor or agent.

Miscellaneous

Outside the US

To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you, or for service assistance or resolution of a

service problem,or for product information or operation, call or email PS Audio.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES RELATING TO THE ABOVE PRODUCT SHALL BE

LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. THE WARRANTY DOES NOT
EXTEND TO ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL COSTS OR DAMAGES TO THE
PURCHASER. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above

limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specic legal

rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

Inquiries regarding the above Limited Warranty may be sent to the following address: PS

Audio International, Inc., 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, Colorado 80301 ATTN: Customer
Service; Email: [e-mail]; Voice 720-406-8946; FAX: 720-406-

8967.

PS Audio has authorized distribution in many countries of the world. In each country, the

authorized importing retailer or distributor has accepted the responsibility for warranty of products
sold by that retailer or distributor. Warranty service should normally be obtained from the importing
retailer or distributor from whom you purchased your product. In the unlikely event of service

required beyond the capability of the importer, PS Audio will fulll the conditions of the warranty.

Such product must be returned at the owner’s expense to the PS Audio factory, together with
a photocopy of the bill of sale for that product, a detailed description of the problem, and any

information necessary for return shipment.

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Service

Owner’s Reference P3

If you require
service in North
America

Obtain an RA
number

Contact
information

If you are in the
United States

In the unlikely event there is a problem with your PS Audio component, please contact your
dealer, distributor, or the PS Audio corporate research center to discuss the problem before you
return the component to our facilities for repair. Products shipped to the corporate research
facilities will be refused and returned freight collect if not accompanied by a PS Audio Service
Department issued return authorization number (RA Number).

Return authorization numbers must be prominently displayed on the outside of the box and an
accompanying letter describing the problem and re-listing the RA number must be inside the box
to qualify for service.
.

To contact the PS Audio Service Department:

TELEPHONE [phone]
HOURS Monday-Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm MST
FAX [phone]
E-MAIL [e-mail]
WEBSITE http://www.psaudio.com

If you are in the United States use the following procedure:

1. Obtain a Return Authorization Number (R/A number) and shipping address from the PS Audio
Service Department.

2. Insure and accept all liability for loss or damage to the product during shipment to the PS
Audio factory and ensure all freight (shipping) charges are prepaid.

The product may also be hand delivered to the Colorado facility if arrangements with the Service
Department have been made in advance. Proof of purchase will be required for warranty
validation at the time of hand delivery.

Use the original packaging to ensure the safe transit of the product to the factory, dealer, or
distributor. PS Audio may, at its discretion, return a product in new packaging and bill the owner
for such packaging if the product received by PS Audio was boxed in nonstandard packaging or if
the original packaging was so damaged to the point it was unusable. If PS Audio determines that

new packaging is required, the owner will be notied before the product is returned.

To purchase additional packaging, please contact your authorized PS Audio dealer, distributor, or
the PS Audio Service Department for assistance.

If you are outside
the US

If you are outside the United States and require service you must contact your country’s dealer
or distributor for instructions. PS Audio warranties its products (see warranty section) worldwide.
Service for PS Audio products outside the United States is handled through your country’s
distributor or dealer.

4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301

PH: 720.406.8946 [e-mail] www.psaudio.com

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®

Service

Owner’s Reference P3

1. Obtain a Return Authorization Number (R/A number) and shipping address from your dealer
or distributor’s Service Department.

2. Insure and accept all liability for loss or damage to the product during shipment to the dealer
or distributor’s Service Department and ensure all freight (shipping) charges are prepaid.

If you have
problems

Voltage
conversions

Your serial
number

Your purchase
information

If you feel your country’s dealer or distributor is either unwilling or unable to service your PS
Audio products, please contact our service department at [e-mail] or at the above
contact numbers to discuss the situation.

Voltage conversions to match your country’s voltage and frequency requirements to your PS
Audio product are possible only at the time of purchase.

Your PS Audio product serial number is:

Please ll in the dealer or distributor’s information from where you originally purchased the unit.

Date of purchase

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