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Panamax Product Step-Up Recommendation Guide For an ENTRY LEVEL Home Entertainment System (suited for Audio Recever Retailing from $125 - $300) We Recommend from our Floor Model Class: GOOD________ PM8-AV Surge protection and filtration for improved picture and sound quality. GOOD________ M8-AV Complete surge/spike/ voltage protection and filtration for improved picture and sound quality. BETTER________ M8-AV Step-Up Advantages over PM8-AV: Greater protection from brownouts and wiring faults, superior audio/video performance. AVM Step-up. BETTER________ M8-AV-PRO Step-Up Advantages over M8-AV: Highest level of picture and sound performance in floor model class. High current outlets. BEST___________ M8-AV-PRO Step-Up Advantages over M8-AV: Highest level of picture and sound performance in floor model class. High current outlets. 12V trigger and 2 isolated outlet banks. For INTERMEDIATE LEVEL Home Theater or Entertainment System (suited for Audio Receiver Retailing from $300 - $600) Our Recommendations from our Floor Model/Component Class plus UPS: BEST___________ M4300-PM Step-Up Advantages over M8-AV-PRO: Complete protection and Linear Filtration for improved picture and sound. High current outlets do not limit current to amps and subs. Component class design with variety of convenience features. +UPS For Complete Power Management, add: MB850 Provides voltage boost regulation if needed and battery backup for game consoles, DVRs, and digital media devices. Depending on the value and complexity of a home theater sytem, use this guide for a quick and easy reference to help you decide which Panamax product(s) best fits a system’s requirements. For PREMIUM LEVEL Home Entertainment System (suited for Audio/Video Receiver (AVR) Retailing from $1,400 - $3,500) Our Recommendations from our Component Class plus UPS: GOOD________ M4315-PRO Provides sequential startup/shut-down BlueBOLT technology, includes 4 isolation banks. BETTER________ M5400-PM Step-Up Advantages over M4315-PRO: Voltage regulation delivers stable 120V ± 5% output. BEST_________ M7500-PRO Step-Up Advantages over M5400-PM: Balanced power and isolation provide pristine performance for connected equipment. Precision Voltage Regulation. Filtration, isolation, and highest level of picture and sound performance available. +UPS For Complete Power Management, add: MB1000 Provides voltage regulation and battery backup for game consoles, DVRs, and digital media devices. RS-232 Communication. For PROFESSIONAL LEVEL Dedicated Theater (Including Separate Components $3,500 and up) Our Recommendations from our Professional Class plus UPS: For an ELITE LEVEL Home Entertainment System (suited for Audio/Video Receiver (AVR) Retailing from $600 - $1,400) Our Recommendations from our Component Class plus UPS: GOOD________ M5100-PM Complete protection and Linear Filtration for improved picture and sound. High current outlets do not limit current to amps and subs. Component class design with variety of convenience features. BETTER________ M5300-PM Step-Up Advantages over 5100-PM: Increased filtration, isolation, and convenience features. For Complete Power Management, add: MB850 BEST__________ M5400-PM Step-Up Advantages over M5300-PM: Voltage regulation delivers stable 120V ± 5% output. or MX5102 +UPS (MX5102 can substitute for M5100-PM or M5300-PM) Provides battery backup for game consoles, DVRs, and digital media devices. BETTER__________________ M4320-PRO Complete protection and isolated power with Linear Filtration for uncompromised picture and sound. High Current Technology lowers impedance for greater bass, audio definition, and impact from amps and subs (20A).BlueBOLT Enabled. BEST_______________ M7500-PRO Step-Up Advantages over M4320-PRO: Balanced power and ground isolation provide pristine performance for connected equipment. Precision Voltage Regulation. Filtration, isolation, and highest level of picture and sound performance available. TCP-IP Control Compatible. +UPS For Complete Power Management, add: MB1500 Provides voltage regulation and battery backup for digital media devices. BlueBOLT Compatible. (Note: large systems may require an expansion pack, BATT1500-EXT, for UPS units due to demands) 30 www.panamax.com
Power Management 101 - Technology and Applications Guide Common Related Problems Matched with Panamax Solutions. PROBLEM_______________ Electrical - AC Transient Spikes PROBLEM______________ Brownouts and Over-voltages PROBLEM_______________ AC Line Noise PROBLEM_______________ Unstable AC Voltage Conditions Definition and Cause: Extremely brief increases in delivered AC voltage and current (spike). Caused by lightning (most severe) or, far more commonly, spikes caused by the utility substation and major appliances switching on and off Effect on A/V Equipment: Lightning can destroy an entire system with one strike. The multiple daily AC spikes slowly break down sensitive circuits, causing lockups, decreased performance, and premature equipment failure. SOLUTION_______________ Protect-or-DisconnectTM System Benefit: Protection from small to catastrophic events, resulting in improved reliability, longevity and performance. Available in: All Panamax power management products. Definition and Cause: Brownouts are commonly caused by overuse on the grid or utilities temporarily cutting back on available power. Over voltages are commonly caused by wiring faults within a home, generators, or downed power lines. Effect on A/V Equipment: When subject to extended periods of voltage under 90V or over 140V, components can sustain permanent damage or fail completely. SOLUTION______________ Extreme Voltage Protection Panamax: AVM System Benefit: Maximized system life due to protection from extreme or catastrophic voltage events. Available in: All Panamax power management products with 8 or more outlets, $99.95 (retail) and above Definition and Cause: AC line distortion caused by radio frequency interference, electro-magnetic interference, and signals induced into the AC line by electronic components and switch mode power supplies. Effect on A/V Equipment: Compromised picture and sound quality due to the masking of high definition audio/video signals. Higher levels manifest as audible clicks, pops, radio interference, or visual “snow”. SOLUTION_______________ Linear Noise Filtration System Benefit: Increased audio and video performance, increased reliability of digital components. Available in: All Panamax power management products feature standard noise filtration. Component products feature Linear filtration. Definition and Cause: Voltage consistently or intermittently outside of the “ideal” range of 115V-125V. Caused by many factors, including: utility adjustment for peak demand, faulty utility delivery, or large variances in load on grid. Effect on A/V Equipment: AC Voltages outside the ideal range can cause component power supplies to overheat, while others will exhibit unreliable behavior and compromised performance. SOLUTION_______________ AC Voltage Regulation System Benefit: Increased component reliability and longevity. (Note: the majority of residences do not need voltage regulation) Available in: Panamax M5400-PM (Low noise torroid Panamax MB850 (Two Boost Stages) Panamax MB1000, Panamax MB1500 Panamax M7500-PRO (Precision - low noise torroid). PROBLEM______________ AC Blackouts Definition and Cause: Short or extended interruptions in power (0 Volts delivery). Commonly caused by faults in transmission infrastructure or downed power lines in a storm or accident. Effect on A/V Equipment: Failure of data storage (media hard drives), loss of data. Failure of components that need a fan to cool after use (such as projectors). SOLUTION______________ Battery Backup / UPS System Benefit: Protection from data loss and increased longevity of components such as lamp-based projectors. Available in: Panamax MB850 Panamax MX5102 Panamax MB1000 Panamax MB1500 PROBLEM___________________________________ Current Limitations Definition and Cause: Restricted or insufficient electrical current for power amplifier’s power supplies. Instantaneous current is required to reproduce acoustic dynamic range. When heavy filtration or regulation is used, current can be limited or “compressed.” Current Compression limits amplifier’s ability to fully reproduce the dynamic range of the sound track.. Effect on A/V Equipment: Anemic, weak audio reproduction, even with premium components. Causes audio to sound muddy, losing definition, bass extension, and visceral impact. SOLUTION____________________________________ High Current Outlets System Benefit: When connected to High Current Outlets, amplification equipment is not limited by additional filtration, resulting in uncompromised audio reproduction. Available in: All “PRO” products, and Component products. PROBLEM________________ AC Ground Noise Definition and Cause: Buzzing – Video Hum Bars Presence of circulating AC noise currents (ground loop). Caused by the voltage difference on two or more system component grounds when compared to the AC line or neutral. Effect on A/V Equipment: Compromised picture and sound quality at low noise levels due to masking of audio/video signals. Higher levels manifest as 60-cycle audible “hum” or rolling horizontal lines on video. SOLUTION________________ Symmetrically Balanced Isolated Power System Benefit: The most comprehensive hum elimination and filtration solution available, resulting in maximum audio/video performance. Available in: Panamax M7500-PRO www.panamax.com 31
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