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  Power Supply Wiring Guidelines
IEC (European) mains colour coding has been used, and this is now almost a world standard, so should be painless for all.
The safest is an IEC mains connector with integral fuse holder, as it is impossible to access the fuse while the lead is inserted.
The mains safety earth must be connected to a separate bolt, whose sole purpose is to provide a solid earth connection to the equipment chassis.
sound.westhost.com /psu-wiring.htm   (2417 words)

  
  IEC connector - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
IEC connector is the common name for the set of thirteen line sockets (called the connector in the specification) and thirteen panel plugs (called the inlet) defined by International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) specification IEC 60320.
In Britain the C15 and C16 connectors have replaced and obsoleted the appliance plug in most applications.
The unpolarised C1 is commomly used for shavers and the C7 connector for small cassette recorders, portable radios (with built-in adaptors), some full size AV equipment and laptop computer power supplies, and similar double-insulated appliances.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/IEC_connector   (622 words)

  
 XLR connector - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The power Cannon (also called the XLR-LNE connector) had shrouded pins and red insulation, it was intended as a mains power connector, but has been superseded by the IEC mains connector and increasingly, more recently, the PowerCon connector developed by Neutrik.
With the ground connection established before the signal lines are connected, the insertion (and removal) of XLR connectors in live equipment is possible without picking up external signals (as it usually happens with, for example, RCA connectors).
An XLR3M (male) connector is used for an output and an XLR3F (female) for an input.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/XLR   (837 words)

  
 Hi-Fi PC Speaker System
The connectors that I used were some I happened to have in my junk box, and are actually the 2-pin microphone connectors that are commonly used on CB radios and the like.
The use of a fused IEC mains connector is highly recommended for the mains input.
You will need to use an inline plug and socket (mains rated!) for the incoming AC, since the IEC mains input connector, fuse and power switch will be on the back panel, and the transformer is mounted in the case.
sound.westhost.com /project73.htm   (3610 words)

  
 Chapter 3
Mains voltage is supplied to the X900 through an IEC type mains connector.
The mains supply fuse is located in a drawer that forms part of the IEC mains connector.
The power cable supplied with the X900 should be plugged into the IEC mains connector on the rear panel before connecting the unit to a suitable mains supply.
www.epl.co.uk /chapter3.htm   (1540 words)

  
 XLR connector
The most common is the 3-pin XLR3, used almost universally as a balanced audio connector for high quality microphones and connections between equipment.
The power Canon had red insulation, and was intended as a mains power connector, but has been superseded by the IEC mains connector.
An XLR3M (male) connector is used for an output and an XLR3F (female) for an input.
www.teachersparadise.com /ency/x/xl/xlr_connector.html   (482 words)

  
 Batts Audio, Video and Lighting
The amplifier shall be supplied with a single molded AC cord having a standard NEMA 15 AC plug for the intended operating voltage for 120 V units, 220-240 V units shall be equipped with a standard IEC mains connector and a removable power cord.
The output connectors for each channel shall be a "touch-proof" binding post, accepting banana plug or up to 7 AWG (4 mm dia.) wire.
Connector terminals are arranged to allow bridge mono connection.
www.battsavl.com /productview.asp?id=40   (631 words)

  
 Ground loop information page
IEC connector is a standard international mains connector used in equipments like computers, printers, fax machines and many other grounded quipments which have removable power cord.
Typically the connector is a molded plug which is permanently connected to the cable and the plug can only be bought with the cable included.
Since at the mains the neutral is grounded, there may develop a small potential between the amp case and (extended) mains ground.
www.epanorama.net /documents/groundloop/mains_connectors.html   (2313 words)

  
 Batts Audio, Video, & Lighting
The amplifier shall be supplied with a single molded AC cord having a standard NEMA 15 AC plug for 120 V units; 220-240 V units shall be equipped with a 320-C19 16A IEC mains connector and a removable power cord.
The amplifier shall be supplied with a single molded AC cord having an appropriate AC plug for 120 V units; 220-240 V units shall be equipped with a 320-C19 16A IEC mains connector and a removable power cord.
The amplifier shall be supplied with an AC cord having a standard twist-lock 30 ampere AC plug, NEMA L5-30, for 120 V units and shall operate from a 30A outlet; 220-240 V units shall be equipped 320-C19 16A IEC mains connector.
www.battsavl.com /static/1amp.html   (1847 words)

  
 Mains filters, light dimmers, extension sockets, aerial amplifiers, IEC and figure '8' mains leads, mains adapters, ...
A UK mains socket tester to simply and safely test that new and existing wiring on ring mains circuits, sockets and extension cables have been correctly wired and are safe.
The adapter allows a 13A UK mains plug or 2 pin UK (shaver) plug to be connected to a European 2 or 3 pin socket.
The adapter allows 13A UK mains plugs and 2 pin shaver shaver plugs to be connected to an American 2 or 3 pin socket (earth is not connected).
www.remtrak.com /psu/IEC.htm   (2959 words)

  
 SPECTRUM COMMUNICATIONS
Rear mounted IEC filtered connector for mains input, XLR 3 pin female connector for audio input with balanced line transformer, fuse holder, and SO239 connector for RF output.
Rear mounted 3 pin XLR male connector with balanced line transformer for line level output, SO239 connector for RF input, filtered IEC mains connector, and fuse holder.
Rear mounted pair of 3 pin XLR male connectors with balanced line transformers for line level outputs, BNC connector for multiplex outout, SO239 connector for RF input, filtered IEC mains connector, and fuse holder.
www.spectrumcomms.co.uk /links.htm   (1617 words)

  
 [No title]
The mains wiring and transformer should be kept as far away from the PCB as possible, to minimise hum and risk of shorting.
When wiring the fuse holder to the active pin of the IEC connector, make sure it is connected to the END tag of the fuse holder and not the side tag.
A "T" piece BNC connector can be used to allow simultaneous use of a frequency meter and the circuit to be tested.
www.armory.com /~rstevew/Public/SoundSynth/FunctGens/hsfglc.txt   (2493 words)

  
 Turbosound - True 6
All that is required to get up and running is a standard IEC mains connection and a line level signal from a mixer or signal source.
The amplifier is housed in a compartment within the cabinet that is completely separate from the internal acoustic volume of the loudspeaker, to ensure that there can be no air leaks generated by the pressure within the cabinet.
The lower section of the amplifier panel carries all the connections and controls relevant to the outside world: a combined illuminated mains on/off switch, fuseholder and IEC mains connector, a gain trim, plus a male and a female 3-pin XLR for input and parallel signal connections.
www.turbosound.com /newsroom/true_6/productfocus.html   (968 words)

  
 Black Widow Audio - Power Supplies
I think these are great especially if you want to use an IEC mains connector (Standard Appliance mains connector), as they combine a filter all in one.
Care must be taken to choice a fuse with the right voltage rating for mains use, remember in the uk to use 230V and in the states to use 115V.
When you are using a toroidal transformer it is wise to use a slow-blow fuse to prevent the inrush current when you switch the device on from blowing the fuse.
www.blackwidowaudio.com /articles/powersupplies.htm   (1726 words)

  
 Chapter 2: Product Overview   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The 230V mains supply input is provided through a fixed 0,65 M power cable with an IEC C14 mains connector.
The physical connector is an IEC C14 mains connector.
The DXC devices on the main card are responsible for generating module chip select and the translation from a time multiplexed bus towards the modules to a separate data and address bus towards the processor.
www.cisco.com /univercd/cc/td/doc/product/ong/15305/305docs/305r20io/0510iog2.htm   (2266 words)

  
 Leads Direct - IEC Connector Types
Leads Direct supply a wide range of IEC mains cables for various applications and in combination with many international mains fittings can provide power leads for most countries in the world.
IEC Stands for International Electrotechnical Commission which is the leading global organisation that prepares and publishes international standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies.
If you are seeking information on IEC Mains Connectors but cannot find it here, please email info@leadsdirect.biz and we will try to both answer your question and make sure that the information is made available through these pages for future reference.
www.leadsdirect.co.uk /technical/iec.html   (412 words)

  
 Glossary of PA Terms - K
A deprecated slang term for an IEC mains connector.
The term is mostly used by non-technical staff, and arose because a similar type of connector is used for the mains connection to some domestic kettles.
A deprecated slang term for a mains cable that is fitted with an IEC connector at one end and a normal mains plug at the other end.
www.btinternet.com /~paformusic/gl_k.htm   (667 words)

  
 IEC - Recent Documents
IEC 61076-3-114 Ed.1: CONNECTORS FOR ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT - Part 3-114: Rectangular connectors - Protective housings for use with 8-way shielded and unshielded connectors for frequencies up to 600 MHz for industrial environments incorporating the IEC 60603-7 series interface - Variant 11 related to IEC 61076-3-106 - Bayonet coupling type
IEC 61076-3-116 Ed.1: CONNECTORS FOR ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT - Part 3-116: Rectangular connectors - Protective housings for use with 8-way shielded and unshielded connectors for frequencies up to 600 MHz for industrial environments incorporating the IEC 60603-7 series interface - Variant 13 related to IEC 61076-3-106 - Bayonet coupling with spring clamp
IEC 61400-21 Ed.2: Wind turbines - Part 21: Measurement and assessment of power quality characteristics of grid connected wind turbines
www.iec.ch /heb/d_mdoc-e060318.htm   (2169 words)

  
 THE METAXAS CHARISMA II PREAMPLIFIER AND IRAKLIS II POWER AMPLIFIER: Reviewed by GEOFFREY HORN
There is an IEC mains connector (lead supplied) and a locking three-pin connector and cable to the preamplifier itself.
The discrete dual-differential early stages have local feedback paths and the four fast parallel pairs of power output devices are arranged in a type of Darlington circuit with their drivers and have a small amount of overall feedback derived directly from the output terminals.
These are large and solid with 4mm centre holes and are joined on the rear panel by two gold-plated phono sockets and an IEC mains connector.
www.metaxas.com /pages/products/interview10.html   (1343 words)

  
 A wide selection of power cables (figure of '8', iec, clover leaf)
A range of IEC connector to bare end for self assembly
This is because the standard mains lead usually supplied, similar to a kettle lead, is not very good at keeping out radiated interference and can act as an aerial, affecting your sound or picture quality.
Upgrading the mains lead should be looked at in the same way as you upgrade the speaker cables and other interconnects so as to maximise the potential of your system. You might also consider fitting a mains filter.
www.revealcable.co.uk /acatalog/Power_Cables.html   (398 words)

  
 IsoTek Systems
As all cables, generally speaking, act as antenna and attract RFI it was vital to provide an affordable solution to this problem whilst maintaining neutrality within the cable design.
The cable is terminated with high quality connectors to ensure long-term reliability and performance.
RFI and EMI shielded whilst being fitted with a high quality mains plug and a conventional IEC connector.
www.isoteksystems.com /cables.asp   (547 words)

  
 IEC 60320 Electrical Connectors Typically Found on UK Portable Electrical Appliances
Mains cord sets with IEC 60320 (formerly IEC 320) connectors and national plug configurations.
They are international standardised appliance connectors to IEC-60320 the appliance connector standard from The International Electrotechnical Commission.
Further IEC 60320 information at: The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), this is the leading global organization that prepares and publishes International Standards for all electrical, electronic and other related technologies.
www.pat-training.co.uk /IEC320connectors.htm   (111 words)

  
 Peavey - Digital Signal Processors - SES™ 212 LED Power Indicator, Sub Harmonic Generator
The SES 212 is a low frequency energy and stereo image enhancement system that creates new bass material one octave below the bass component of the source signal, as well as improving clarity and definition.
A back-panel switch is provided to configure the unit to receive mono input signals, yet output them in simulated stereo.
Main input and output connections may be made via XLR or three-screw Euro connectors.
www.proacousticsusa.com /productdetail.php?pId=1587   (330 words)

  
 Nuova pagina 1   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Be sure to check that your amp’s mains line voltage is set to the proper voltage for your household mains supply before inserting the plug in the power outlet.
The amp is supplied with three fuses to protect internal circuitry; the main fuse is accessible from the outside, being located in the bottom part of the power line IEC receptacle.
Replacement of internal fuses should be done at an authorized service center as it usually indicates internal circuit problems that require trouble shooting and repairs before attempting to turn the unit on once again.
www.audiolamp.com /manualengsfizio.html   (1581 words)

  
 Stereophile: McIntosh MC1201 monoblock power amplifier
Balanced connections are made at the switch-selectable XLR input, which is rather individualistic in not using the universal locking-type XLR connector that snaps the fitting into place.
A pair of standard RCA connectors are provided for unbalanced inputs.
The IEC mains-in connector is set horizontally on the left rear of the chassis; some of the larger audiophile power cords I used rose in wide, stiff arcs over the amps before snaking their ways to the AC outlets.
www.stereophile.com /amplificationreviews/428/index1.html   (824 words)

  
 RFI industries Pty Ltd - Filter with incorporated IEC mains connector
The filters have good common mode and differential mode interference suppression to minimise conducted interference at the mains input, thus providing a clean mains voltage and making the internal circuits less susceptible to external conducted interference.
The rated input voltage is 250Vac, at 50/60Hz and the filters are available in current ratings from 1A to 10A.
No part of this material may be reproduced, translated, transmitted, framed or stored in a retrieval system for public or private use without the written permission of the publisher.
www.ferret.com.au /articles/73/0c03f473.asp   (219 words)

  
 MPD AMP Page
The D.A. Unit is a mains powered, general purpose distribution amplifier with a Transformer balanced input and a line bridging impedance of 10KR (line bridging option).
The mains input is via a IEC mains connector.
XLR connectors are used for signal inputs and outputs.
homepage.eircom.net /~mpdltd/amp.html   (137 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Where the local 5W output of an Eprom Soundstore is insufficient the 50W or 120W drive from these amplifiers suits most applications.
Housed in a 2U high 19" rack mount case with RCA line in sockets (unbalanced), polarised speaker output binding posts and IEC mains connector on the rear panel.
Toroidal mains transformers are used in the internal power supply, and no fans are required for cooling.
www.sub.net.au /~boolean/expamp   (172 words)

  
 Press Release - IEC Mains Connectors
New from manufacturer's agent ACAL Radiatron, IEC mains inlet connectors for engineers looking to minimize the emissions of EMI and RFI in electrical equipment design.
The Groundfit range of IEC mains connectors is only 24.2mm deep, which is half the size of most filtered inlets, and features the Lock and Shield snap-in action, meaning that the connector can be secured without mounting screws.
The Groundfit GRF2 is an ultra compact shielded inlet without filter for use where main filtering is already provided within the equipment, but where EMC is the issue.
www.acal-radiatron.com /iecmains.php   (221 words)

  
 Architect's & Engineer's Specifications
The amplifier shall equipped with a 320-C19 16A IEC mains connector and a removable power cord.
The output connectors shall be two barrier strips located on the rear panel, with screw terminals and a safety shroud.
One barrier strip shall be used for channels 1 and 2, and the other for channels 3 and 4.
www.qscaudio.com /support/architects_engineers/cx_4-channel.htm   (1905 words)

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