P R O F E S S I O N A L A U D I O
User Manual
POWER CONDITIONER
Made in Taiwan
PC-USB Series
PC-8U/8VU/9VIU/
PCU-9VIU
Unika Electronic Co., Ltd.
w w w . u n i k a . c o m . t w
6F, No.168, Xin-Hu 2nd Rd.
Nei-Hu District, Taipei City. 11494.
Taiwan, Republic of China.
+886 2 27933017
+886 2 27928264
unika@unika.com.tw
PC-8U / 8VU / 9VIU / PCU-9VIU
INTRODUCTION
We congratulate you on choosing Unika PC-USB Series power conditioner. This series is
designed for easy use and incorporate the latest advances in power technology, along with
useful and innovative features. Please read all instructions carefully before operating.
FRONT PANEL
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1. Rack Mounting Ears - Two front panel mounting holes are provided on each mounting ear.
2. Rack Lights - This switch controls to turn ON or turn OFF the front 2 pull-out LED light pipes.
3. Dimmer - This rotary knob is used to control the light strength from min. to max.
4. USB Charger - There are two USB ports allowed for charging in front panel.
5. Two front panel pull -out LED light pipes - These retractable LED light pipes helps users
to operate in a dark environment easily and more convenient.
6. LED Display - For PC-9VIU and PCU-9VIU, this LED display shows input voltage and total
load current for user easily to control them properly.
7. Front panel resettable circuit breaker - This reset button is used to reset the breaker.
8. Unswitched font panel convenience outlet - This switch keeps power that is always ON.
There are two versions: American type (PC-9VIU) and Universal type (PCU-9VIU).
9. AC power illuminated switch - The switch is used to turn ON or turn OFF for the rear 8 rear
panel outlets.
10. LED Display - For the PC-8VU, the LED display shows input voltage only.
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PC-8U / 8VU / 9VIU / PCU-9VIU
REAR PANEL
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PC-8U, PC-8VU, PC-9VIU Rear Panel
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PCU-9VIU Rear Panel
11. AC Power Cord - Plug this cable into a standard 110V or 220V wall outlet. Be sure that the
supplied voltage in your area matches the unit's required voltage. Never plug your power
conditioner into a wall outlet that does not match its required voltage which helps to avoid
serious damage may occurred on the unit.
12. Power Output - There are totally 8 American type outlets on the rear panel, 4 of them with wall
wart spacing, except the PCU-9VIU with 8 Universal type outlets without wall wart spacing.
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FEATURES
For All PC-USB series models
8 rear panel outlet (two versions: American type and Universal type)
4 outlets with wall wart spacing (PC-8U / 8VU / 9VIU)
Total power capacity of 1800 watts
EMI and RFI filtering
Surge and spike protection
2 front pull out LED light pipes with variable dimmer control and separate rack lights ON/OFF switch
Front-mounted circuit breaker reset switch
Durable all-steel chassis occupies 1U rack space
USB charger
For PC-8VU
LED digital readout to monitor Input Voltage
For PC-9VIU and PCU-9VIU
1 unswitched front panel convenience outlet (total 9 outlets)
LED digital readout to monitor Input Voltage & Load Current
OPERATION
MAXIMUM LOAD
The eight circuit breaker protected outlets are rated at 15 amps total, which is equivalent to 1800 watts at 120 volts.
If the total load exceeds 15 amps, the circuit breaker will trip, cutting off power to your rack. If this happens, reduce
the load by unplugging one or more units from the unit, then push the circuit breaker button in to reset it.
LAMPS
The PC-USB series power conditioner unit's lamps pull out easily and may be aimed to provide the best illumination
for your equipment. You should set the front rack lights switch to the OFF position if not using the lights for an
extended period of time.
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PC-8U / 8VU / 9VIU / PCU-9VIU
OPERATION
AC POWER SWIT CH
The PC-USB se ries power conditione r units have a master AC POWER s witch for the rear o utlets. This switch
glows when th e unit is on.
WARNINGS
1. All operating instructions should be read before using this equipment.
2. To prevent the risk of electrical shock, do not remove the cover or the back. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.
3. Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture or to heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other
items that generate excessive heat.
4. This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Do not get moisture inside the unit.
5. When moving this equipment, it should be placed in its original carton and packing, to reduce the
risk of damage in transit.
SPECIFICATIONS
PC-8U
Power Capacity
Maximum
Output Current
Power Outlets
Power Switch
Power Switch
Illumination
Circuit Breaker
Filtering
Protection Circuit
Construction
Light Pipes
1800watts
15amps
Eight Rear Panel Outlets
Front-Location - On/Off and
Rack light On/Off switches
Yes - In “On” Position
Front Location
EMI, RFI, Common Mode
Passive Different Mode
In Series
Surge & Spike Protecting
All-Steel Chassis
2 Front Pull-Out,
Shock Mounted
PC-8VU
1800watts
15amps
Eight Rear Panel Outlets
Front-Location - On/Off and
Rack light On/Off switches
Yes - In “On” Position
Front Location
EMI, RFI, Common Mode
PassiveDifferent Mode
In Series
Surge & Spike Protecting
All-Steel Chassis
2 Front Pull-Out,
Shock Mounted
PC-9VIU
1800watts
15amps
One Front Panel
Unswitched Outlet and
Eight Rear Panel Outlets
Front-Location - On/Off and
Rack light On/Off switches
Yes - In “On” Position
Front Location
EMI, RFI, Common Mode
Passive Different Mode
In Series
Surge & Spike Protecting
All-Steel Chassis
2 Front Pull-Out,
Shock Mounted
PCU-9VIU
1800watts
15amps
One Front Panel
Unswitched Outlet and
Eight Rear Panel Outlets
Front-Location - On/Off and
Rack light On/Off switches
Yes - In “On” Position
Front Location
EMI, RFI, Common Mode
Passive Different Mode
In Series
Surge & Spike Protecting
All-Steel Chassis
2 Front Pull-Out,
Shock Mounted
Metering
USB charger
Dimensions (H×W×D)
Weight
Rack Space
Input Voltage
5V/3.1A
(OVP&OCP)
44 x 483 x 192mm
2.8kg
1U
Input Voltage
5V/3.1A
(OVP&OCP)
44 x 483 x 192mm
2.8kg
1U
Current & Input Voltage
5V/3.1A
(OVP&OCP)
44 x 483 x 192mm
2.8kg
1U
Current & Input Voltage
5V/3.1A
(OVP&OCP)
44 x 483 x 192mm
2.8kg
1U
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