Samson PS10, PB10, PB10PRO User manual

RACK-MOUNT POWER DISTRIBUTION

PS10

PB10

PB10PRO

Caution: To reduce the hazard of electrical shock, do

not remove cover or back.

No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servic­ing to qualified personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.

The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of un-insulated "dangerous voltage" within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magni­tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Please read all instructions before operating the unit.

2. Keep these instructions for future reference.

3. Please heed all safety warnings.

4. Follow manufacturers instructions.

5. Do not use this unit near water or moisture.

6. Clean only with a damp cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (includ
ing amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on and pinched particularly at plugs, convenience recep
tacles and at the point at which they exit from the unit.

11. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

12. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged in

any way, such as power supply cord or plug damage, or if liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the unit, the unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

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Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

PowerBrite Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

PS10 Guided Tour - Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

PS10 Guided Tour - Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

PB10 Guided Tour - Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

PB10 Guided Tour - Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

PB10PRO Guided Tour - Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

PB10PRO Guided Tour - Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Setting Up and Using Your PowerStrip or PowerBrite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Appendix A: LED Or Incandescent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Copyright 2007, Samson Technologies Corp.

Printed April, 2007 v1.0
Samson Technologies Corp.
45 Gilpin Avenue
Hauppauge, New York 11788-8816
Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766)
Fax: [phone]
www.samsontech.com

Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing your Samson PowerStrip, PowerBrite, or PowerBrite
Pro! This manual covers three products: the PowerStrip PS10; the PowerBrite PB10;
and the PowerBrite PB10Pro. All three of these single-space rack units provide
multiple outlets for reliable power distribution with 3-point surge and spike
protection, plus RF (Radio Frequency) filtering. The three products differ in that the
PowerBrite and PowerBrite Pro also provide dual front-panel LED lamps (in retractable
cylinders), with dimmer control, which can be used to fully illuminate your entire
rack of gear. In addition, the PB10 and PB10Pro also provide a rear-panel USB socket
to use with the included LED gooseneck lamp so you can see the back of your
gear. For advance control, the PowerBrite PB10Pro's feature front-panel voltmeter
and ammeter, each with their own large LED display so you can easily monitor
the condition of your power source. The steel chassis and solid build construction
makes the PowerStrip and PowerBrite series reliable tools on the road or in fixed
installations.

In this manual, you’ll find a more detailed description of the features of your
PowerStrip PS10, PowerBrite PB10, or PowerBrite PB10Pro, as well as instructions for
its use and complete specifications. You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—don’t
forget to fill it out and mail it in! This will enable you to receive online technical
support and will allow us to send you updated information about other Samson
products in the future. Also, be sure to check out our website (www.samsontech.com)
for complete information about our full product line.

With proper care and adequate air circulation, your PowerStrip PS10, PowerBrite PB10,
or PowerBrite PB10Pro will operate trouble free for many years. We recommend you
record your serial number in the space provided below for future reference.

Serial number: __________________________________

Date of purchase: ________________________________

SPECIAL NOTE: Should your PowerStrip PS10, PowerBrite PB10, or PowerBrite PB10Pro
ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) is necessary. Without this
number, the unit will not be accepted. If purchased in the United States, please call
Samson at [phone] for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping the
unit. If you purchased your Samson product outside the United States, please contact
your local distributor for warranty information and service. Please retain the original
packing material and, if possible, return the unit in its original carton and packing
materials.

WARNING: Though the PowerStrip PS10, PowerBrite PB10, and PowerBrite PB10Pro
all provide both surge and spike protection, they are not designed to protect
against major overload situations such as lightning strikes or connection to incorrect
voltage supplies. In the event of either occurrence, unplug all connected equipment
immediately and have your PowerStrip PS10, PowerBrite PB10, or PowerBrite PB10Pro
evaluated by Samson Technical Support or by an authorized Samson service center
before using it again.

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PowerStrip & PowerBrite Features

The Samson PowerStrip PS10, PowerBrite PB10, and PowerBrite PB10Pro all utilize
state-of-the-art technology in power distribution and are engineered to the finest
detail. Here are some of their main features:

• Eight switched, rear panel, IEC outlets that allow you to power an entire rack’s

worth of gear from one source. In addition, an unswitched front panel convenience
outlet is provided for temporary power needs (such as plugging in a guitar
amplifier, soldering iron, etc.).

• 3-point surge protection, spike clamping protection and RF filtering enables all

connected equipment to operate with maximum efficiency and minimal noise.

• Front panel, re-settable, 10 amp circuit breaker protects all connected gear.

• An independent dedicated switch with status light for powering the rear panel

switched outlets.

• In the PowerBrite PB10 and PowerBrite PB10Pro, dual slide out cylinders containing

LED light clusters that illuminate all gear underneath with cool, clear light. In
addition, there is automatic switching for turning on the lamps.

• In the PowerBrite PB10 and PB10Pro, a rear panel USB socket to use with the

included LED gooseneck lamp providing rear rack lighting.

• In the PowerBrite PB10Pro, a front panel voltmeter and ammeter that allow you to

monitor changes in the current drawn from both switched and unswitched outlets.

• All units are designed to be mounted in the top slot of any standard 19” rack, taking

only a single rack space.

• Rugged construction that makes the Samson PowerStrip PS10, PowerBrite

PB10, and PowerBrite PB10Pro eminently roadworthy and extremely reliably in
permanent installation.

• Four IEC power cables included.

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