Monster Power FAQ's

What is a "switched" outlet?
This type of outlet is controlled by the on and off switch.

What is an "unswitched" outlet?
This type of outlet remains on regardless of whether the main power switch is on or off. This feature is useful for VCR’s, receivers (if the remote turn-on is utilized), satellite receivers and any other remote controlled devices where constant power is needed.

What is a Joule rating?
A unit of measurement used in surge protective devices to measure current absorption.

Why are the outlets labeled?
On our higher end units(1000, 2000, 2500, 3500 & 5000) outlets are grouped by filter types designated by the lables. The filters are optimized to filter these types of signal sources to give you the best possible performance.

Does any current Monster Power units have voltage regulation?
Yes, the AVS2000. See Monster Voltage Stabililzers

What do I do with the Coax/Phone Cables included with my Monster Power Center?
These cables are used to hook up cable lines and phone lines through the Monster Cables Coax and Phone line connections for proper surge protection.

What do I do if I hear a high pitched alarm from the Monster Power Center?
Audible alarm sounds when the protection circuit has been disabled. The product should be immediately unplugged. Contact your dealer or Monster Cable for service.

Can I leave my Monster Power Center on all the time?
Yes, there is no harm done to the Power Center if it is left on at all times.

Will the Monster Power Center restrict current to my power amplifiers?
No. On the models that contain High Current Filters, we have passed over 21,000 watts of power through to demonstrate its capabilities. For Monster Power Centers that do not have High Current Filters, the fillter becomes saturated for a few Milliseconds but does not impede current flow.

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