BLACK LION AUDIO PG-1 mkII Power Conditioner Owner’s Manual
- June 12, 2024
- BLACK LION AUDIO
Table of Contents
BLACK LION AUDIO PG-1 mkII Power Conditioner
Product Information
The Black Lion Audio PG-1 mkII Power Conditioner is a studio-grade power conditioner and surge protector. It provides general information, preparation for use, installation, and operating instructions.
The PG-1 mkII is compatible with a 15-amp circuit and should not be used with a 20-amp circuit. It complies with international safety and emissions standards, including IEC62368 and FCC Part 15-B.
It is important to note that the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Black Lion Audio makes no warranties of any kind with regard to this manual, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Black Lion Audio shall not be liable for any errors contained herein or for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
Product Usage Instructions
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Read the instructions provided in the manual carefully.
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Keep the instructions for future reference.
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Pay attention to all warnings mentioned in the manual.
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Follow all the instructions provided.
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Avoid using the power conditioner near water.
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Clean the power conditioner using a dry cloth only.
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Install the power conditioner according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Avoid installing the power conditioner near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-producing apparatus.
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Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
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Use a three-prong AC cable that properly fits the power source.
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Use the correct fuse designated on the rear panel before plugging in the power cord. Improper selection can result in damage to the unit that will not be covered under the warranty.
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Do not attempt to service the unit yourself, as it will void the warranty. Check the unit carefully upon receipt and return it to the place of purchase immediately if there are any problems.
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If service is required in the U.S.A., contact Black Lion Audio customer service at https://www.blacklionaudio.com/contact.
Obtain a Return Authorization number (RA #) before shipping the unit back. Clearly write the RA # on the outside of the box. -
Safely pack the unit for shipping, preferably using the original packing materials. Black Lion Audio is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipping due to poor packaging. Please pack carefully and fully insure the shipment.
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For international service or warranty assistance, contact the Black Lion Audio distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you purchased the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus near water.
- Clean only with dry cloth.
- Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that 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 third prong is provided for your safety. If the pro-vided 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 point where they exit from the apparatus. If the power cord becomes frayed, stop using immediately.
- Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer
- Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus 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 apparatus, the apparatus has been ex-posed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
- This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no object filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
- Note that this apparatus is not completely disconnected from the AC mains service when the power switch is in the OFF position.
- The mains plug or power inlet on the product is used as the disconnect device, so the disconnected device shall remain readily operable when reconnected.
- Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this apparatus.
IMPORTANT !
Be sure to use a three prong AC cable that properly fits the power source.
Please use the correct fuse designated on the rear panel before plugging in
the power cord. Improper selection can result in damage to the unit that will
not be covered under the warranty.
The lightning flash with an arrow-head symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsu-lated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The PG-1 MKII is only compatible with a 15-amp circuit and is not to be used with a 20-amp circuit.
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.
This product complies with all international standards for safety and
emissions including IEC62368 and FCC Part 15-B.
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, as it will void your warran-ty.
Please check your unit carefully upon receipt and return to place of purchase
immediately if there are any problems with the product. After that, the
standard Black Lion Audio 3 YEAR warranty will apply to defects in materials
and workmanship.
U.S.A.
Should your Black Lion Audio product require service, please contact us on our
customer service site: https://www.blacklionaudio.com/contact. You must obtain
an RA # (Return Authorization number) from us before shipping a unit back to
us. This RA # must be clearly written on the outside of the box.
Please safely pack the units…It is best to use the original packing materials.
Black Lion Audio cannot be responsible for any damag-es incurred in shipping
to us due to poor packaging. PLEASE PACK CAREFULLY and FULLY INSURE THE
SHIPMENT.
INTERNATIONAL
For service or warranty assistance, please contact the Black Lion Au-dio
distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you pur-chased this
product.
LIMITED 3 YEAR WARRANTY
Black Lion Audio’s PG-1 mkII is warranted by Black Lion Audio to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the period of THREE (3) YEARS to the
original purchaser. In the event of such defects, the prod-uct will be
repaired without charge or, at our option, replaced with a new one if
delivered to Black Lion Audio prepaid, together with a copy of the sales slip
or other proof of purchase date. The warranty excludes prob-lems due to normal
wear, abuse, shipping damage or failure to use the product in accordance with
the specifications.
All parts and labor are covered under this Limited Warranty. However, if it is
determined by Black Lion Audio that the device was damaged or made defective
through abuse, we reserve the right to charge the cus-tomer for the cost of
the repair.
Black Lion Audio shall not be liable for damages based upon inconvenience,
loss of use of the product, loss of time, interrupted operation or commercial
loss or any other damages, whether incidental, consequen-tial or otherwise.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights,
which will vary from state to state.
This warranty is not transferable.
QUICK START GUIDE
Once you have installed your PG-1 mkII where you need it, plug it in to an
appropriate power source. If you are not sure your source is correct, consult
with your local power company.
Plug in your equipment to the correct outlets on the PG-1 mkII.
Turn on the power. The digital and analog outlets are switched with a delay sequence. The digital and analog outputs turn on with the power switch and turn off after a six second delay. The high current outputs turn on after six seconds and turn off with the power switch. This allows any startup sequences to be finished before the high current devices are turned on.
- ON/OFF Switch: Once the PG-1 mkII is plugged into a grounded 120VAC outlet, turning the front panel POWER switch to the ON position will sequentially power the components plugged into the rear panel outlets.
- GROUND OK: When this is on, the PG-1 mkII is plugged into a properly grounded power source. If the LED is not on, unplug the unit from the power source and correct the fault.
- Wiring Fault: This indicates the LINE and NEUTRAL wires in the source are reversed. Unplug the unit immediately and consult an electrician to fix the fault.
- Clean Power On: This LED indicates that the PG-1 mkII is providing clean, beautiful AC power to all connected components.
- Abnormal Voltage: When this LED is ON, the PG-1 mkII is warning about under/over voltage.
- Protection ON: When this LED is on, the PG-1 mkII’s power surge circuitry is functioning correctly. If this LED is OFF, the circuit has malfunctioned. If it is OFF, unplug the unit immediately.
- Digital Filter (Switched) Outlets: These outlets have a special filter circuit that is designed to reduce AC supply interference to your digital components (workstation, digital effects, etc.). They also isolate the rest of your system from noise generated by the digital components themselves.
- Analog Audio Filter (Switched) Outlets: These outlets have a spe-cial filter circuit that reduces audible noise in your analog components (mixers, dynamic effects, etc.)
- High Current Filter (Timed) Outlets: These outlets have a special filter circuit designed to handle high current components like power amplifiers or Active Speakers.
- Gold-plated ground post: Provides a connection point for any un-grounded components.
- Thermal Circuit Breaker: protects the PG-1 mkII from power overload.
- Breaker Open: When this LED is on, the thermal circuit breaker has tripped due to an overload. Before resetting the breaker, find the reason for the overload.
- Ultra-high Current AC Power Cable: integral high power, heavy duty AC cable to maximize power transfer to high current components such as amplifiers.
- Dimmer: This know controls a flexible accessory light. Push on/off and turn clockwise for brightness.
- 12V XLR Lamp Socket: Provides 12VDC on PIN-2 to an accessory lamp.
- Numerical Display: Three-character LED displays the line voltage at the source.
- Unswitched Convenience Outlets: These are ‘always on’ filtered power outlets.
- USB Charger: 5V1A convenience charger for USB devices.
Note: For best performance we recommend plugging analog compo-nents into the analog outlets and digital to digital. It will not harm any components if they are plugged into any other outlet.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Voltage | 115VAC 15A max |
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| AC Mains Input | NEMA standard plug |
| Dimensions | Width 438mm (19”) Height 44mm (1U) Depth 250mm |
| Weight | 4.2+kg |
Notice
This manual provides general information, preparation for use, installation
and operating instructions for the Black Lion Audio PG-1 mkII Power
Conditioner.
The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Black Lion Audio makes no warranties of any kind with regard to this manual,
including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and
fit-ness for a particular purpose. Black Lion Audio shall not be liable for
errors contained herein or direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use
of this material.
©2021 Black Lion Audio. The Black Lion Audio ‘Lion Face’ logo, BLA, PG-1 are
trademarks
or registered trademarks of Black Lion Audio.
This manual and any associated intellectual property are subject to copyright
protection. No part of this document may be reproduced in any form without
explicit written consent from Black Lion Audio.