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Furman 20A Advanced Power Conditioner W/SMP, No Lights, 9 Outlets, 1RU, 10Ft Cord
The Classic Series from Furman delivers unmatched protection and pristine power delivery for studio, live sound, and home theater systems. Designed to cradle your most sensitive electronics in a rugged 1U rack-mountable chassis, this Furman power conditioner merges heavy-duty surge protection with advanced noise filtration to produce a clean, reliable power baseline for audio, video, and control gear. With 9 outlets, a 20A capacity, and a full suite of Furman’s signature protection technologies, this unit is built to guard your gear from the kind of power irregularities that can degrade performance or shorten component life. The “No Lights” version keeps the front panel visually unobtrusive, making it ideal for environments where dialed-in lighting could be a distraction, such as studios, control rooms, or broadcast setups. Whether you are powering a recording rig, a critical AV matrix, or a high-performance home theater, this power conditioner is engineered to keep your signal clean, your equipment safe, and your workflow uninterrupted.
- Advanced surge protection with SMP: Series Multi-Stage Protection (SMP) employs multiple, staged protection elements to guard your gear from inductive spikes and fast transients, delivering robust, reliable surge suppression that preserves audio and video integrity across a wide voltage range.
- Ultra-clean power with LiFT: Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT) minimizes power line noise and interference, reducing both common-mode and differential-mode disturbances. The result is quieter backgrounds, clearer dynamics, and more accurate transients for sensitive components like preamps, DACs, video processors, and digital controllers.
- Extreme protection with EVS: Extreme Voltage Shutdown (EVS) automatically disconnects or isolates outlets when voltage spikes threaten equipment, preventing damage before the fault progresses and ensuring your sensitive devices stay safe even during severe power events.
- Contemporary, space-saving design: A sturdy 1U, 19-inch rack-mountable chassis fits cleanly into any standard gear rack, keeping power distribution organized and leveraging existing rack space. Its rugged construction stands up to demanding touring, studio, or installation environments.
- 9 outlets for expanded coverage: Nine widely spaced outlets provide ample access for essential devices while leaving room for power strips or daisy-chained peripherals, all while maintaining a tidy, efficient power backbone for your system components.
Technical Details of Furman 20A Advanced Power Conditioner W/SMP
- Model: Furman 20A Advanced Power Conditioner W/SMP
- Power capacity: 20 Amps
- Outlets: 9 outlets
- Form factor: 1U rack-mountable
- Cord length: 10 ft
- Indicator lights: No front-panel lights (No Lights variant)
- Protection technologies: SMP (Series Multi-Stage Protection), LiFT (Linear Filtering Technology), EVS (Extreme Voltage Shutdown)
- Applications: Ideal for studios, AV racks, home theaters, and critical power environments requiring clean, protected power
How to install Furman 20A Advanced Power Conditioner W/SMP
- Plan your rack layout: Determine the most accessible location in your 19-inch rack for the power conditioner, ensuring adequate airflow around the unit to promote cooling and prevent overheating.
- Mount securely in rack: Align the unit with the rack rails and fasten using standard 1U mounting screws compatible with 19-inch equipment racks. Ensure the device is level and firmly secured to avoid vibration during transport or operation.
- Route the power cord: Extend the 10-foot cord to reach your primary power source without creating tension or sharp bends. Keep the cord clear of hot surfaces and airflow paths to prevent wear over time.
- Connect your gear: Plug essential equipment into the nine outlets, prioritizing critical devices such as audio interfaces, preamplifiers, video processors, and control units. Organize cables to maximize airflow and minimize heat buildup.
- Power-up and verify: Switch the conditioner to the ON position. Since this model uses No Lights, visually verify status by testing connected gear—confirm that devices power on smoothly and that there are no unexpected resets or audio/video anomalies.
- Test performance: With a test signal or your normal workflow, monitor for stable power delivery and reduced noise. If you notice issues, re-check outlet assignments, cable routing, and equipment draw to ensure it stays within the 20A rating.
- Maintenance and placement: Periodically inspect cables for wear, keep vents unobstructed, and avoid stacking heavy equipment directly on top of the conditioner to maintain proper cooling. Regular checks help preserve long-term performance.
Frequently asked questions
- What does SMP stand for and why is it important? SMP stands for Series Multi-Stage Protection. It represents Furman’s multi-layered surge protection approach designed to guard connected equipment from damaging transient spikes and lightning-induced surges. This architecture provides rapid response, robust clamping, and consistent protection across a broad voltage range, helping to preserve signal integrity and extend equipment life.
- What is LiFT and how does it affect listening and viewing experiences? LiFT, or Linear Filtering Technology, minimizes electrical noise and interference that can travel through power lines. By reducing both common-mode and differential-mode noise, LiFT helps deliver cleaner power to sensitive components, resulting in tighter quiet backgrounds, clearer dynamics, and more accurate audio and video signals.
- Is there a front indicator light, and can I see status at a glance? This No Lights variant is designed for environments where LED indicators could cause glare or distraction. All protection functionality remains active, but there are no front-panel lights to monitor status at a glance. You can rely on the performance of connected gear to gauge operation, or use external metering for power quality.
- Can I mount this unit in a standard 19-inch rack? Yes. The Furman 20A Advanced Power Conditioner is designed for 1U rack mounting in a standard 19-inch rack system, making it an ideal fit for studios, control rooms, and AV racks where space efficiency and organization matter.
- What outlets are available and how many devices can I connect? The unit provides 9 outlets, enough for critical devices such as audio interfaces, mixers, video processors, DACs, preamps, and control gear. This arrangement helps keep essential gear powered reliably while maintaining a clean, organized rack.
- What is the cord length and can I place it far from a power source? The power conditioner comes with a 10-foot cord, offering flexible placement options in most rack rooms or equipment setups. If your power source is farther away, use appropriately rated extension solutions that comply with electrical safety standards to avoid impedance or overheating concerns.
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