ETA Systems ETA-ECS3 Surge Protector User Manual
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1. SERVICE Should your ETA ECS3 require service please contact the ETA Systems warranty department at 1 877 689 8055 ext 277 to obtain an RA number ETA Systems Tech Support can be reached at 1 800 321 6699 Visit our web site at www ETAsys com to see other ETA Systems products ETA SYSTEMS Leading by Design 2012 ETA Systems All rights reserved All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners ETA003569 RevC 3 12 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 16 ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice2. ETA ECS3 ETA Power Sequencer amp Conditioner SYSTEMS Leading by Design SYSTEMS Leading by Design ETA ECS3 Power Sequencer amp Conditioner 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 ae ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice ETA ETA ECS3 SYSTEMS Power Sequencer amp Conditioner Leading by Design TABLE OF CONTENTS mportant Safety Instructions A E A A a e a A a a ees dma PADBIICALON GS Se e a a a e a e a 6 NS 7 Rear Panel aeure Shots snc eeneneateanys cance sue E pa cau a E EE EE Ea E EEE sameenouaredus sagcpa a 9 PPS Cea ACO Mensen a Aa aa ied cdc ENAA A E ia 10 Troubleshooting ds a A E E EEaT 10 AC Power Cord Retainer SYStem ooooooccincociocccocccooccoonononnnononnonncnonnnonncnnn E E Erea a EEE EEE enini 11 SPOCIR CAC OMS cetona tia 12 WAVE ANALY 2s Sosa odes Hecened end sagas sion 16 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 292 Specifications are subject to change without notice ETAsys com ETA ECS3 ETA Power Sequencer amp Conditioner N SYSTEMS N Leading by Design IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS oN Oar WD 10 Ti 12 13 14 16 Vd The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an CAUTION equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
3. Figure 5 Figure 6 w 6 Cut the excess zip tie off as shown in Figure 7 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 7 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 11 ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice ETA ETA ECS3 SYSTEMS Power Sequencer amp Conditioner Leading by Design N SPECIFICATIONS Type Power Sequencer Power Conditioner amp Suppressor Sequencer Sections 3 Fixed Time of 3 Seconds Between On Seq 2 amp 3 O 2 amp 1 Load Rating 15A Continuous Safety Listing ETL UL 60065 Standard Front Panel AC Outlets 2 Unswitched Lights 1 Pull out LED with Dimmer Switch Activation Switch Momentary Circuit Breaker 15A Resettable AC Mains Voltmeter Three Digits Digital Indicators Sequencer Sections 1 2 amp 3 Abnormal Voltage AC Fault Breaker Open Wiring Fault Rear Panel AC Outlets 7 Total Sequence Section 1 3 outlets Sequence Section 2 2 Outlets Sequence Section 3 1 outlet Unswitched 1 Outlet External Switch Activation Trigger Momentary Contacts 2 Position Euro Phoenix 5 08mm Type Connector External Voltage Activation Trigger 5 24VDC Continuous 10mA 2 Position Euro Phoenix 5 08mm Type Connector DC Output 12VDC 100mA Output Paralleled to Sequencer Section 3 Timing LED Light Socket XLR Socket to Provide 12VDC for Optional 16 Gooseneck Lamp AP GNL18 LED Light Switch Two Position On Off Grounding T
4. AC Mains Voltage Meter will flash OL Overload indicating possible damage may occur to the equipment plugged into the ETA ECS3 due to low AC Mains voltage The ETA ECS3 outlets will remain off until the System Activation Switch is cycled Off Note It is recommended prior to proceeding to have the AC Mains inspected by an electrician 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 agi ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice REAR PANEL FEATURES 10 ETA ECS3 ETA Power Sequencer amp Conditioner SYSTEMS Leading by Design ane ETA OO o 000 AC Mains Input Connect the 9 3m power cord to a 15A 120VAC outlet to provide power to the ETA ECS3 Sequence 1 AC Outlets The three AC outlets are Live when the Sequence 1 section is activated These outlets are recommended for products such as Computers Modems Routers DSP Processors Cable SAT DVD or CRT TV s These outlets have a special filter circuit that is optimized to reduce interference to your Digital and Analog components The total maximum continuous draw for this sequential section is 10A and the total current draw for the ETA ECS3 is 15A Note It does not harm high current audio components to be connected to the Sequential Section 1 digital filter outlets Sequence 2 AC Outlets The two AC outlets are Live when the Sequence 2 section i
5. monitored via the front panel from the precision Digital Volt Meter To light your rack the ETA ECS3 has incorporated a front panel pull out dimmable LED tube light The rear of the rack can be illuminated by the optional Atlas Power 16 gooseneck LED lamp AP GNL18 connected via an XLR style socket LED lamps are far superior in longevity along with heat reduction when compared to traditional incandescent lamps and the XLR base mounts are also superior to the commonly used BNC type base If a 15A AC Mains power source is not enough to meet the amperage demand of your system the ETA ECS3 provides a sequenced 12VDC output that can be used to trigger other devices such as the ETA Systems ETA 20SH 20A stand alone AC power module The ETA ECS3 also features noise filtering for unwanted Radio Frequency Interference RFI that are commonly introduced into the AC lines by nearby radio transmitters or wireless products EMI filters are incorporated to reduce noise from Electromagnetic Interference EMI from such items as electric motors and switching power supplies The benefit of these filters can be seen on video products or audibly by reducing static pops and external signal interference Unstable AC Mains voltage is one of the main reasons for equipment failure AC Spikes or Transients are commonly caused by light ning storms or utility power plant grid switchovers The amount of energy that can be injected into the power system can be immense with v
6. A ECS3 SYSTEMS Power Sequencer Conditioner Leading by Design N NOTES 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 14 ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice ETA ECS3 ETA Power Sequencer amp Conditioner SYSTEMS Leading by Design NOTES 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 15 ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice ETA ETA ECS3 SYSTEMS Power Sequencer amp Conditioner Leading by Design N LIMITED WARRANTY All products manufactured by ETA Systems are warranted to the original dealer installer industrial or commercial purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship and to be in compliance with our published specifications if any This warranty shall extend from the date of purchase for a period of one year Additionally fuses and lamps carry no warranty ETA Systems will solely at its discretion replace at no charge or repair free of charge defective parts or products when the product has been applied and used in accordance with our published operation and installation instructions We will not be responsible for defects caused by improper storage misuse including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance accident abnormal atmospheres water immersion lightning dischar
7. Reversed Live and Neutral Wiring Abnormal AC Line Voltage Indicator for Voltages Between 101V 107V or 128V 132V Extreme Voltage Shutdown EVS Below 101V or Above 132V AC Line Circuit Breaker Protection 15A Indicated by Breaker Open Indicator Front Mounted Pull out LED Light With 2 Position Dimmer Rear Mounted XLR Connector for 12VDC LED Lamp Lamp sold separately Atlas Power model AP GNL18 External Switch Sequence Trigger Activation External DCV Sequence Trigger Activation 5 24VDC 12VDC Sequence Trigger Output for Optional External AC Outlet AC Power Cord Retainer APPLICATIONS The ETA ECS3 was designed to be flexible with features that allow it to be used in a variety of applications The sequenced outputs allow the turning of equipment on and off in a particular order to eliminate an in rush of current and audible pops that often occur with non sequenced power strips It also can be used solely for protection against voltage surges If fuzzy video or frequent static pops occur the AC power conditioning will eliminate or reduce those inconveniences The following are just a few examples of applications the ETA ECS3 can be used Restaurants Houses of Worship Schools Home Theaters Office Buildings Sports Bars 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 eE Specifications are subject to change without notice ETAsys com ETA ECS3 ETA Power S
8. SYSTEMS Leading by Design AC POWER CORD RETAINER SYSTEM Your ETA Systems product comes with an AC Mains Power Cord Retainer System This system prevents the power cord from being removed without the use of a screwdriver Follow these steps for installation Note Installation of this product must be done by a certified electrician for a permanently connected apparatus provided neither with an all pole mains switch nor an all pole circuit breaker A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation power wiring The installation shall be carried out in accordance with all applicable installation rules in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws regulations safety codes and ordinances 1 Locate the 6 32 screw retainer clip and zip tie 4 Wrap the zip tie around the power cord as shown in Figure 4 2 Locate the AC wall outlet that will be used to power the de Atlas Power product Remove the center screw securing the y cover plate to the AC outlet DJ AY Figure 4 r W y a n 5 Feed the end of the zip tie through the retainer and pull tightly to secure Note Some adjustment of the retainer may be Figure 1 S a needed in order to properly align it as shown in Figure 6 3 Place the screw through the retainer clip and insert into the cover plate making sure to securely tighten Inset the zip tie through the retainer clip slots as shown in Figure 3 TA
9. al LED Flashing when you have power to all outlets The AC Mains Voltage exceeded 128VAC or the voltage dropped below 107VAC The ETA ECS3 must be re sequenced to turn off the LED Measure the AC mains before the ETA ECS3 If the volt age is between 117VAC and 123VAC you may proceed to reset the ETA ECS3 by restarting the start up sequence Note It is important to have all equipment that was connected to that AC Mains Line inspected for proper opera tion If the problem persists contact your local power company for the cause of unstable AC line conditions AC Fault LED is Flashing a buzzer is sounding and you have no power at any outlets Although the Dual Clamping Suppression DCS circuit virtually assures protection from most transient voltage spikes and surges nature has a way of occasionally creating electrical forces that are beyond the capabilities of any device to absorb without some degree of damage In the rare instance that this occurs the DCS circuit has been damaged during the suppression If this happens the ETA ECS3 will shut off and the unit will need to be repaired or replaced It is important to have all equipment that was connected to that AC Mains Line inspected for proper operation 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 Specifications are subject to change without notice 10 ETAsys com ETA ECS3 ETA Power Sequencer amp Conditioner
10. ating range To stop the LED from flashing the system activation switch must be cycled Off Note It is recommended prior to proceeding to have the AC Mains inspected by an electrician Low AC Line Mains The Abnormal Voltage LED will flash between 101VAC 107VAC indicating possible damage may occur to equipment due to low AC Mains voltage The ETA ECS3 outlets will remain active but the LED will stay flashing even if the voltage returns to a normal operating range To stop the LED from flashing the System Activation Switch must be cycled Off Note It is recommended prior to proceeding to have the AC Mains inspected by an electrician Extreme High AC Line Mains If the AC Mains reach 132VAC the EVS Extreme Voltage Shutdown circuit will be triggered to shut off the AC outlets while activating the Abnormal Voltage LED The Red LED will illuminate steady and the AC Mains Voltage Meter will flash OL Overload indicating possible damage may occur to the equipment plugged into the ETA ECS3 due to high AC Mains voltage The ETA ECS3 outlets will remain off until the System Activation Switch is cycled Off Note It is recommended prior to proceeding to have the AC Mains inspected by an electrician Extreme Low AC Line Mains If the AC Mains lowers to 100VAC the EVS Extreme Voltage Shutdown circuit will be triggered to shut off the AC outlets while activating the Abnormal Voltage LED The Red LED will illuminate steady and the
11. e 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 ae ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice ETA ETA ECS3 SYSTEMS Power Sequencer Conditioner Leading by Design YN WARNING WHEN THE DEVICE IS IN USE e To prevent electric shock do not remove the product cover as there are high voltage components inside Refer all servicing to ETA Systems e Should any of the following irregularities occur during use immediately switch off the power disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet and contact ETA Systems Do not to attempt to continue operation with the product as this may cause fire or electric shock e Smoke or strange smell coming from the unit e If the product falls or the case is damaged e f water or any metallic objects falls into the product e f the power supply cord is damaged in any way e If the unit is malfunctioning e Do not insert or drop metallic objects or flammable materials into the ventilation holes of the product s cover as this may result in electric shock or fire e Do not place any containers with liquid or metallic objects on the top of the product If any liquid spills into the unit fire or electric shock may result ever operate this product or touch the power supply cord during an electrical storm electric shock may result ever exceed the power rating on the product when connecting equipment Fire and or property damage may result e Operate the product on
12. e if the maximum unit current draw is exceeded The breaker rating is 15A but will handle higher peaks for a short period of time The LED will illuminate until the AC Mains Breaker is reset AC Fault Indicator Although the Dual Clamping Suppression DCS circuit virtually assures protection from most transient voltage spikes and surges nature has a way of occasionally creating electrical forces that are beyond the capabilities of any device to absorb without some degree of damage In the rare instance that this occurs and the DCS circuit has been damaged the Red AC Fault LED indicator will illuminate and an internal buzzer will sound The ETA ECS3 will also shut off permanently until the unit is repaired Note If the AC Fault LED is illuminating it is important to have all equipment that was connected to that AC Mains Line inspected for proper operation AC Mains Abnormal Voltage Indicator This LED flashes under several AC Mains fault situations that are listed below Normal operating voltages for AC Mains voltage is considered to be between 108VAC and 125VAC Any voltages exceeding those parameters are considered a risk to damage equipment plugged into the ETA ECS3 High AC Line Mains The Abnormal Voltage LED will flash between 128VAC 132VAC indicating possible damage may occur to equipment due to high AC Mains voltage The ETA ECS3 outlets will remain active but the LED will stay flashing even if the voltage returns to a normal oper
13. equencer amp Conditioner SYSTEMS Leading by Design FRONT PANEL FEATURES Get ETA ECS3 15a GROUT 15A Power Condemns b Secqiencer e LARA ELE 1204 0 188 100 EAN ac mane voae O 06 O 1 Unswitched AC Outlet The two 120VAC outlets are always live when the ETA ECS3 power cord is plugged into an AC mains power source and voltage is present If voltage is present at the outlets it will be displayed on the AC Mains Meter Note The AC mains power switch or sequencer section does not affect the Unswitched AC Outlets The Unswitched Outlets are protected by the surge protection circuitry but will not be shut off by the EVS circuit 2 AC Mains Breaker The 15A rated breaker will open if the combined continuous current draw of all AC outlets exceeds 15A Note In audio applications peak current demands commonly exceed the continuous current ratings on AC outlets Note The breakers are designed to exceed their rating for a short period of time If the breaker is tripped to reset you must first remove the load from the ETA ECS3 and push the center button on the breaker System Activation Switch To turn the ETA ECS3 On or Off press the momentary switch once Pull Out Light The LED light is designed to be pulled out when needed 5 Pull Out Light Dimmer Switch The Pull Out Light can be turned On or Off by this switch There are also two brightness settings 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Enn
14. erminal Hand Screw Type Terminal to Chassis Ground AC Mains Power Cord 9 3 Meters 14 gauge Technical Data Current Rating 5 amps Power Consumption 2 watts Operating Voltage 02 132VAC High Voltage Surge Protection Trigger at 133VAC 1ms Typically Low Voltage Protection Trigger at 101VAC 1ms Typically Voltmeter Accuracy 1 5VAC Spike Protection Modes DCS Dual Clamping Suppression Circuitry on Incoming AC Mains and Each Sequential Section Output in Spike Clamping Voltage 460 VRMS 3 000A ax Spike Clamping Voltage 6kV ax Spike Clamping Resp Time 1 nanosecond Spike Clamping Voltage 100A 1250Vp for 20us aximum Surge Current 6 500A Energy Rating 2ms 2000 Joules oise Attenuation EMI RFI Seq Section 1 amp 2 10dB 10 kHz 40dB 100 kHz 100dB 10 MHz Temperature Range 5 to 35 C Humidity Range 5 to 95 R H Mechanical Chassis Finish Black Mounting Rack Mount 19 1 RU Dimensions Height 1 75 44 45mm x Width 19 482 6mm x Depth 8 5 215 9mm Weight 7 6 lbs 3 45kg 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 12 ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice ETA ECS3 ETA Power Sequencer amp Conditioner SYSTEMS Leading by Design NOTES 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 13 ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice ETA ET
15. ernal temperature rise CAUTION WHEN THE DEVICE IS IN USE e Never place heavy objects on the product causing it to fall and or break resulting in personal injury and property damage In addition the product itself may fall and cause injury and property damage e Contact ETA Systems for instructions on cleaning the inside of the unit Large accumulations of dust inside the unit may result in heat buildup and fire e Ensure that the power supply plug is securely plugged into the wall outlet Never allow dust to accumulate on the power plug or inside the wall outlet e When cleaning the unit or the unit is not to be operated for an extended period unplug the power cord from the wall 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 aye ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice ETA ECS3 ETA Power Sequencer amp Conditioner SYSTEMS Leading by Design INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the ETA Systems ETA ECS3 AC Power Sequencer and Conditioner The ETA ECS3 has been designed to meet most installation requirements for AC power distribution and equipment power protection The 15A compact 1RU unit features three sequential timing sections that can be activated via the unit or remotely Front panel activation is via a momentary switch while rear activation is via a momentary contact closure or by 5 24VDC trigger feed AC Mains Voltage can be
16. ge or malfunctions when products have been modified or operated in excess of rated power altered serviced or installed in other than a workmanlike manner The original sales invoice should be retained as evidence of purchase under the terms of this warranty All warranty returns must comply with our returns policy set forth below When products returned to ETA Systems do not qualify for repair or replacement under our warranty repairs may be performed at prevailing costs for material and labor unless there is included with the returned product s a written request for an estimate of repair costs before any non warranty work is performed In the event of replacement or upon completion of repairs return shipment will be made with the transportation charges collect EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT THAT APPLICABLE LAW PREVENTS THE LIMITATION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY ETA SYSTEMS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE IN TORT OR CONTRACT FOR ANY DIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL LOSS OR DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF THE INSTALLATION USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ETA Systems does not assume nor does it authorize any other person to assume or extend on its behalf any other warranty obligation or liability This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state
17. he breaker opens If 15A is not enough current to support the power requirements this output can be used to activate an additional power outlet such as the ETA 20SH This triggered 12VDC voltage works in conjunction with Sequence 3 timing section Contact ETA Systems for AC outlet options Note This DC output can also be used to power an LED indicator for a remote activation switch such as the Atlas ECS KSW3 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 20s ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice ETA SYSTEMS Leading by Design INSTALLATION ETA ECS3 Power Sequencer amp Conditioner Before installing we strongly suggest you read the entire manual to ensure you benefit from all the features of the ETA ECS3 The ETA ECS3 can be placed on a shelf or rack mounted in a standard 19 width rack Placement within a rack is not critical but the rack should be within 6 of dedicated 15A AC outlet Always make sure the 15A outlet is properly inspected by a certified electrician prior to connecting the ETA ECS3 Below are a few installation tips e After plugging the ETA ECS3 into a 15A AC Mains outlet inspect the Wiring Fault LED for illumination The LED should not be on e Inspect the equipment that is to be plugged into the ETA ECS3 to ensure it does not exceed 15A total amperage draw e Divide the equipment into three categories Pick
18. hese conditions occurs but under extreme variances in the AC Mains it will shut the power to the equipment off The Abnormal Voltage indicator on the front panel will flash if the AC Mains is between 101VAC and 107VCA or 128VAC and 132VAC This is to inform you that a surge occurred and may have damaged voltage sensitive equipment If an extreme voltage swing occurs below 101VAC or above 132VAC the ETA ECS3 Extreme Voltage Shutdown EVS protection circuit will automatically activate and turn all outlets off until it is manually reset The ETA ECS3 offers sequenced power management control along with noise filtering and spike surge protection making it the most compact effective power management protection system on the market today 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 he ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice N ETA ETA ECS3 SYSTEMS Power Sequencer amp Conditioner Leading by Design KEY FEATURES 3 Sequencer Timing Sections Fixed 3 Second Intervals 6 Seconds Total 9 Total Outlets Are Provided 6 Rear Panel Outlets Are Sequenced In Three Steps 2 Front Panel and 1 Rear Panel Unswitched Convenience Outlets RFI Noise Filtering to Reduce Radio Frequency Interference EMI To Reduce Electromagnetic Interference Dual Clamping Spike amp Surge Suppression DCS Circuitry Front Panel Digital AC Mains Voltmeter LED Indication of
19. is Texas 75119 U S A Telephone 800 321 6699 Fax 800 996 3821 27e ETAsys com Specifications are subject to change without notice N ETA ETA ECS3 SYSTEMS Power Sequencer amp Conditioner Leading by Design 10 11 12 AC Mains Function Display AC Mains Voltage Display This display will illuminate when the AC Mains power cord is plugged into an AC source 9 11 12 Note the display has a 1 5 tolerance Note If the voltage displayed is not between 107 128VAC refer to the troubleshooting section and item 12 below Sequence Indicator There are three green LED active sequence outlet indicators labeled SEO 1 e e A e KA del we SEQ 2 and SEO 3 Their sequence timing is set Fault Open Fault Voltage for 3 seconds between Sequence 1 2 amp 2 3 while in On mode and Sequence 3 2 amp 2 1 during Off mode When the LED is illuminated the corresponding AC outlet on the rear of the chassis will be active or Live AC MAINS VOLTAGE Turned On the order the trigger sequence is SEO 1 SEQ 2 SEQ 3 Turned Off it is SEQ 3 SEQ 2 SEQ 1 AC Mains Wiring Polarity Fault Indicator The Red LED 6 will illuminate if the AC Mains Power Cord is plugged into an AC Mains outlet that is wired incorrectly such as when the AC Hot and the AC Neutral are wired backwards AC Mains Breaker Indicator This Red LED will illuminat
20. ly with the voltage specified on the unit Fire and or electric shock may result if a higher voltage is used e Do not modify kink or cut the power cord Do not place the power cord in close proximity to heaters and do not place heavy objects on the power cord including the product itself doing so may result in fire or electrical shock e Ensure that the safety ground terminal is connected to a proper ground Never connect the ground to a gas pipe as a catastrophic disaster may result e Be sure the installation of the product is stable avoid slanted surfaces as the product may fall and cause injury or property damage CAUTION WHEN INSTALLING THE PRODUCT e Installation of this product must be done by a certified electrician for a permanently connected apparatus provided neither with an all pole mains switch nor an all pole circuit breaker A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation power wiring The installation shall be carried out in accordance with all applicable installation rules in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws regulations and safety codes and ordinances e Never install this product in humid or dusty locations nor in direct sunlight near sources of heat or in areas where sooty smoke or steam are present Fire and electric shock may result e Keep all sides of the unit at least 31 2 away from objects that may obstruct air flow to prevent the unit s int
21. of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude DO NOT OPEN E A 2 to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE ATTENTION F DE oe rl CAUTION 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 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this device near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other device including amplifiers hat produce heat 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 the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit 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 poin
22. oltages reaching 6kV or amperage peaks of 3000A These spikes are very fast and usually only last for a very short period of time To protect against this potential problem the ETA ECS3 features Dual Clamping Suppression technology DCS If a spike intrudes the AC system the ETA ECS3 incoming AC Mains has special suppression circuitry to eliminate the unwanted energy and in the unlikely event of any energy getting passed the first stage each sequenced output section has redundant DCS circuitry clamping the unwanted energy This circuitry is very fast and can suppress unwanted energy within a nanosecond while sustaining the suppression up to 2 milliseconds thus ensuring virtually trouble free protection High and low AC Main line voltages are another major contributor to equipment failures High line can also be known as surges Surges usually are a slower steady state rise in voltages ranging from 128VAC and up They can be caused from fluctuations from the utility company s power lines or industrial equipment turning on and off on the same power leg of the building s incoming AC Low line is also known as brownouts This happens when the AC Mains drops below 107VAC Most of the time it is caused by the utility com pany not being able to supply enough power during heavy utility consumption time periods such as heat waves Another factor would be from voltage drops in AC lines due to long transmissions The ETA ECS3 will not only inform you if one of t
23. s activated These outlets are recommended for Analog and Digital type products such as Audio Receivers Tape Decks Mixers or Video Equipment These outlets have a special filter circuit that is optimized to reduce interference to your analog type components The total maximum continuous draw for this sequential section is 10A and the total current draw for the ETA ECS3 is 15A Note It does not harm high current audio components to be connected to the Sequential Section 2 filter outlets Sequence 3 AC Outlet The single high current non filtered AC outlet is Live when Sequence 3 section is activated This 15A NEMA outlet is designed to deliver a maximum 12A continuous current to power hungry components like amplifiers and projectors In audio applications peak current demands commonly exceed the continuous current ratings on AC outlets The unit is protected by the internal AC Mains 15A breaker if excessive continuous current is drawn from the unit It does not harm low power consuming components when connected to the Sequential Section 3 Analog filter outlets If more high power outlets are needed or if 15A is not enough current to support your power requirements you can use the 24VDC trigger to activate an additional power outlet such as the ETA 20SH Contact ETA Systems for AC outlet options XLR Light Socket A 12VDC XLR light socket is to provide power for the optional Atlas Power AP GNL18 light Light Socket Power Switch This swi
24. t where they exit from the device Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the device When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart device combination to avoid injury from tip over This product is equipped with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third grounding pin This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 15 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device the device has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock this device should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids such as a vase should not be placed on this device To completely disconnect this equipment from the mains disconnect the power supply cord plug from the receptacle 1601 Jack McKay Blvd Ennis Texas 75119 U S A Telephon
25. tch turns the XLR light socket ON OFF Unswitched AC Outlet This 120VAC outlet is always live when the ETA ECS3 power cord is plugged into an AC Mains power source and voltage is present If voltage is present at the outlets it will be displayed on the AC Mains Meter Note The AC Mains power switch or sequencer section does not affect the Unswitched AC Outlets The Unswitched Outlets are protected by the surge protection circuitry but will not be shut off by the EVS circuit External Voltage Sequence Trigger The ETA ECS3 can be activated remotely by ETA providing DC voltages between 5VDC and 24VDC Note This function overrides the front S oen panel System Activation Switch REMOTE DC Out 12V ACTIVATION SEQ 3 External Sequence Trigger The ETA ECS3 can be activated remotely by placing a Momentary Switch between the two contact points This function is in parallel with the front panel System Activation Switch Note If remote activation requires a remote Hard Switch Contact Closure CC we suggest using the 12VDC from the rear XLR light port running through a remote switch and return the DC Voltage to Remote V Input Pin to activate the unit When the rear light switch is in the ON position 12VDC is always present in Pin 2 regardless if the ECS 3 is activated It will be required to use a standard XLR male connector 9 and connect to Pin 2 to access the 12VDC DC Output The ETA ECS3 can handle 15A of current before t
26. the outlets that match the outlets equipment use TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Issue Possible Cause Action Needed Issue Possible Cause Action Needed Issue Possible Cause Action Needed Issue Possible Cause Action Needed Issue Possible Cause Action Needed Wiring Fault LED is illuminated AC Mains outlet is wired incorrectly Contact a certified electrician to inspect the building s wiring No power to the AC outlets Circuit breaker has tripped due to excessive load Remove one piece of equipment from the ETA ECS3 and push the breaker re set tab located on the front panel Note We suggest first locating the highest power consumer such as a power amplifier and disconnecting or turn ing down that unit If the ETA ECS3 breaker continues to trip relocating some of the gear may be required No power to the AC outlets Abnormal Voltage indicator is illuminated the Volt Meter is Flashing and you hear a buzzer from the unit The AC Mains Voltage exceeded 132VAC or the voltage dropped below 101VAC Measure the AC mains before the ETA ECS3 If the voltage is between 117VAC and 123VAC you may proceed to reset the ETA ECS3 by restarting the start up sequence Note It is important to have all equipment that was connected to that AC Mains Line inspected for proper opera tion If the problem persists contact your local power company for the cause of unstable AC line conditions Abnorm
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