MONITORING Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) Automatic Powerdown Instruction Booklet EmbertecAV-ET-01 Patents granted and Patents pending
Quick Installation Guide Setting Up the Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) 1. Switch off the power at wall socket, unplug your existing powerboard and then plug it into the ‘Power Saver Socket’. 2. Plug AV equipment that can automatically be switched off, into the powerboard. 3. Identify equipment that requires constant power for cool down period, timers, program guides and recording features, and plug into the socket marked ‘Always On’, or into another wall socket.
Set Top Box and Recorders ALWAYS ON MONITORING POWER SAVER SmartSensor Console Amplifier Speakers Blu-ray or DVD Player TV 3
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Contents Quick Installation Guide p2 Your Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) p6 What you need to know p8 What is MusicMode™ p13 Fast Facts p14 Embertec SmartSwitch™ Specifications p15 Troubleshooting Guide p16 Warranty p18 5
Your Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) 1. Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) 2. SmartSensor 3.
• The ‘Always On’ socket (black) is recommended for use with Audio Visual (AV) equipment that requires constant power for timers, program guide and recording features (e.g. DVR, PVR, VCR, Cable, Digital TV Receivers, hard drives or bedside alarms). This will ensure constant power is not interrupted or mistakenly removed. • The ‘Power Saver’ socket (green) is recommended for Audio Visual (AV) equipment that can be automatically switched off (e.g.
What you need to know! Please read this Instruction Booklet before installing your Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M). • The Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) is an electrical device. Normal safety precautions for use of an electrical device must be observed. • Do not immerse the Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) in water. • Needles, knives or any other metal or conductive item must not be inserted into any Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) outlet. • This device does not convert voltage.
We recommend connecting any Home Theatre Media Centre Computers or appliances containing a hard drive into the ‘Always On’ socket to prevent accidental removal of power during power cycles. This will prevent damage to, and extend the life of your Home Theatre Projection lamps. The Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) has 2 power saving functions 1. Standby Powerdown automatically detects and switches off wasted Standby Power when the equipment is left in standby mode. 2.
What Audio Visual Equipment Can Be Used With The Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M)? Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) is a power saving device that is suitable for all Audio Visual (AV) applications and setups, including: Always On socket • Audio Visual (AV) equipment that requires constant power for timers, program guides and recording features, such as DVD recorders, pay TV and PVR units, set-top boxes, hard drives or digital receivers • Certain home theatre projectors that require a cool down period, includes rear
Turning ON your AV Equipment • To operate your Audio Visual (AV) components, press any button on any existing remote control(s), or press the button on the SmartSensor. This will apply power to all components and place them in standby mode, ready for use. You can continue using your existing remote(s) to operate your television or other Audio Visual (AV) components in the normal way.
Changing settings for Active Powerdown using the SmartSensor Your Embertec SmartSwitch™ is equipped with a number of settings to suit your lifestyle. You can set your timer to either 1, 2 or 3 hours, depending on usage habits. This means the SmartSensor will flash after the set period, warning of imminent power down. In every case you can continue using your equipment by pressing any button on any remote control. The default setting is 1 hour, which is aimed to maximise your energy savings.
What is MusicMode™? Your Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) is equipped with a unique MusicMode™ feature. This feature enables you to override the Active Powerdown for a period of 8 hours. This feature is great for playing music, parties, video nights or any time you want to keep your appliances on for an extended period of time. The Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) will revert to its previous setting of 1, 2 or 3 hours after the 8 hour period or after a power down has occurred.
Fast Facts Specifications • Surge protection is provided to all outlets. • Australian designed and engineered. • Conforms with Australian Electrical Safety Standards: AS/NZS 3197:2005 and AS/NZS 3100:2009 What Power is Wasted? Many of today’s appliances for the home and office continue to use power, even when the appliance is turned off. Appliances that are left on unintentionally waste even more power.
Embertec SmartSwitch™ Specifications October 2012 Physical PC Dimensions: 130mm height, 75mm width, 70mm depth AV and AV(M) Weight: 380g 380g 60g SmartSensor Colour: White body, grey and green inserts White body, black and green inserts SmartSensor Cable Length: 3 metres Environmental Temperature (operating): 0 0C to +70 0C Temperature (storage): -20 0C to +85 0C Humidity (operating): 95% RH at +50 0C Protection Surge: 3 MOVs ( A-E, N-E, A-N) Total Surge: 375 Joules / 13,500 Amps Max
Troubleshooting Guide Problem To Check The Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) is not receiving power. • Ensure the mains power supply switch is turned on at the wall or powerboard. The Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) is not powering down my equipment in standby mode. • Ensure the equipment is plugged into the Power Saver socket, not into the ‘Always On’ socket. • The Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) has not detected the equipment is in standby.
Problem Problem To Check The LED on the main body of the Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) is flashing, but my SmartSensor LED does not work (when plugged in and powered on).
Embertec 12 Month Replacement Warranty This Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) is supplied by Embertec Pty Ltd. Embertec Pty Ltd is responsible for any warranty obligations as defined below. In Australia, this Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) Replacement Warranty does not limit or restrict any other rights or remedies that the purchaser may have under law including the guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law relating to the appliance.
This Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) Replacement Warranty is void if there is evidence of the product being tampered with by unauthorised persons. If the product includes one or a number of accessories only the defective accessory or product will be replaced. Products may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same type. Subject to your statutory rights, in the event of Embertec choosing to replace the product, the Embertec SmartSwitch™ AV(M) Replacement Warranty will expire at the original date, i.e.
For further assistance please contact us on customerservice@embertec.com Embertec Pty Ltd 182 Fullarton Road, Dulwich, SA 5065, Australia Telephone: 1300 033 367 Website: www.embertec.com E-mail: customerservice@embertec.com Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book.
