PowerStar Mini Triple Play IITMHigh Capacity, Quiet Power Distribution for Bag & Small Cart Use••••••••••Three (3) Power Inputs, each with Up to 5 Amp Capacity
Nine (9) Main Power Outputs, One always on
10 Amps (148 watts) Global Power Output on Main Outputs
Three (3) USB Power Outputs with up to 2 Amp Capacity Each
Polyfuse Protection on All Outputs
PSC Quiet Power Technology Filtering on All Outputs
Multi Color LED Battery Voltage Meter
Belt Clip for Easy Bag Mounting
Robust Aircraft Aluminum Housing with Powder Coat Finish
Made in the U.S.A.

Thank you for purchasing the new PSC PowerStar Mini Triple Play II. We believe this new
product represents the most complete, versatile and well-engineered miniature power distribution
center ever made for field audio production both in bag and on small cart setups. This device has
been designed to provide you with many years of use in the field.
The new PSC PowerStar Mini Triple Play II power distribution system provides a convenient way
of distributing clean, quiet, reliable 12Vdc power to all of your ENG Bag and Small Cart based
audio equipment from one or more rechargeable batteries. The PSC PowerStar Mini Triple PlayII features nine main outputs. Each of these outputs is designed to deliver up to 2 amps ofcontinuous current. The PowerStar Mini Triple Play II has a global (total) current limit of 10 amps.
A top panel mounted power switch controls the entire operation. This power switch is a threeway design. When switched to the left, only the USB power outputs connectors will be powered
on. This allows continued charging of your USB devices such as an iPhone tm while the rest ofyour system is powered off. When switched to the center position, everything is turned off
including the USB ports. When switched to the right side, everything including the USB
connectors is powered on. There is also one connector that is always on and is not controlled by
the power switch. This connector is easily identified by the blue ring surrounding the connector.
The PowerStar Mini Triple Play II features PSC’s exclusive Silent Power Technology designed tofilter out unwanted switch mode noise and RF interference from your power lines. These exclusive
PSC filters will ensure you of clean, quiet recordings in the field by minimizing unwanted intermodulation noise, RF interference and other noise sources. Our RF filtering will provide better
than 30dB of RF isolation between the outputs from 100Mhz to 900Mhz. We are the only
company in our industry to go to the trouble and expense of offering this added benefit. Thoughthese filters will not eliminate all noise, they do eliminate most inter-modulation noise found inmany common power systems. In addition, each of the PSC PowerStar Mini Triple Play II’s power
outputs are individually Polyfuse protected. Because of this, if one output is shorted, theremaining outputs will function normally. Power input is via three 4 pin mini XLR connectors.
Optional NP-1 battery cups, and AC Power Supply and an assortment of PSC power cables areavailable. The PowerStar Mini Triple Play features reverse polarity protection, genuine Switchcraft
tm connectors, a sturdy aircraft aluminum case, tough powder coat finish and a removablestainless steel belt clip with three mounting positions for flexibility in the field.

POWER INPUTS:
The PSC PowerStar Triple Play II uses three (3) Switchcraft mini 4 pin male chassis XLR forpower input. This connector is wired as follows: Pins 1 and 2 are negative (-) ground and pins 3and 4 are positive (+). These pins are doubled up for redundancy and to lower connection
impedance. You can use one, two or all three input connectors at any given time. Each input
connector is rated for up to 5 amps of input current and is both polarity and Polyfuse protected.
By combining inputs, you can support larger current loads. Most NP-1 batteries are internal
protected (limited) to a maximum output current of about 4.7 amps. By using two NP-1 batteries,
you can now safely power up an equipment package that draws up to 9.4 amps. Or you canpower smaller setups for longer battery run times by using multiple NP-1 batteries on the inputs.

In addition, PSC offers an AC Power Supply that is equipped with a TA4F connector that will allow
AC powering of the PowerStar Mini Triple Play II when AC power is available. This is convenientwhen you are doing long sit-down interviews, etc.

THREE (3) POWER INPUT CONNECTIONS ON TB4M CONNECTORSPOWER OUTPUTS:
The nine (9) output connectors are genuine Switchcraft tm coaxial power connectors. Theyfeature a 2.5mm center pin and a special threaded locking sleeve. They are wired as follows:
Center Pin Positive (+) and Outside Ring Negative (-). These connectors must be used with long
barrel 2.5mm mating connectors. All cables provided by PSC incorporate these features.
The ninth (9th) output connector is surrounded by a blue ring. We suggest you use this connector
to power your audio mixer if it contains a time code generator and requires constant power forthis TC generator to operate properly. Please consult with your recorder manufacturer todetermine if this constant power is required.

POWER OUTPUT CONNECTORS SHOWN

USB POWER OUTPUT CONNECTORS:The PSC PowerStar Mini Triple Play II is equipped with three (3) USB power outputs. One ofthese USB power outputs is located on the top surface of the unit near the main power switch andLED meter. This location is convenient for use with items that require frequent plugging and unplugging such as your cell phone. Additionally, there are two more USB power outputs locatedon the front surface of the unit near the other main power outputs. Each of these USB connectors
can supply up to 2 amps of output current making them very useful in the field. With up to 2
amps of output power, you can use and charge nearly all available USB powered devices.
Offering a total of three, 2-amp outputs with a total current capacity of 4 amps is another feature
you will find exclusively on a PSC power distribution product.

DUAL USB CONNECTORS ON MAIN SURFACEBATTERY MULTI-COLOR LED CAPACITY METER:SINGLE USB ON TOP SURFACEThe PSC PowerStar Mini Triple Play II includes a Multi Color LED battery meter. This meter isconveniently located on the top panel of the unit right above the main power switch. It allows theoperator to monitor their battery charge state with just a quick look at the meter. This meter was
designed to have very low power consumption so it can operate at all times while the unit is turned
on. Internally, this meter can be set to work with either 14.4-volt lithium-Ion batteries such as
NP-1 or Smart batteries or with 12.8-volt LiFEPO4 or Sealed lead Acid batteries. There is a small
jump inside on the main PCB that is clearly labeled as to what battery voltage setting is selected.
This jumper has a factory default setting for use with 14.4-volt lithium batteries (NP-1 or SmartBatteries) when we build and ship the PSC PowerStar Mini Triple Play.

10 to 24% or less battery capacity

25 to 49% or less battery capacity

50 to 74% battery capacity

75 to 100% battery capacity

TOTAL CURRENT EQUALS MAIN OUTPUT CURRENT + USB DC to DC INPUT CURRENT:The USB 5Vdc voltage is supplied via a DC-to-DC converter. Therefore, the current draw fromyour NP-1 or Smart battery or other source is less than the USB output current. This DC-to-DC
converter operates from 10 to 18 volts input and provides a 5-volt output. The output current andvoltage are inversely proportional to the input current and voltage. Here are some typical NP-1
battery current draws as they relate to the USB outputs:
USB Output Current

NP-1 or Smart Battery Current Draw

1 Amp

0.45 Amp

2 Amps

0.9 Amps

4 Amps

1.8 Amps

Please note that your PowerStar Mini Triple Play II will draw a total current that is made up of themain power outputs as well as the USB DC to DC convertor input current. So, for example, if
your main equipment is drawing 3 amps and you are using 1 Amp of USB power, your NP-1 orother battery will see an approximate 3.45 amp load. This product is rated for a global maximum
current rating of 10 Amps. If you are using the full capacity of the USB outputs (unlikely) you still
have 8.2 amps of current available for use on the main outputs. Please note that all of thesemaximum ratings assume that you have enough battery capacity to feed the PSC PowerStar Mini
Triple Play. In other words, your battery (or batteries) are the main limitation with this unit. While
this distribution box is capable of distributing large amounts of current, you may have to run twoor even three NP-1 style batteries if your equipment load is high enough. Please note that most
NP-1 batteries have an internal current limit of approximately 4.8 amps for each NP-1battery. Most 99 Watt/Hour Smart batteries have a current limit of about 6.8 Amps.

PSC QUIET POWER TECHNOLOGY tm
PSC is the only company to provide you with Quiet Power Technology tm. Simply put, weunderstand the delicate power requirements of today’s precision audio equipment. In order toensure clean, quiet power delivery to your audio equipment, we design and install power filtering
into every output connection in all of our power distribution products. Though very compact insize, even our PowerStar Mini Triple Play incorporates filtering on each output. These RF filter
provide better than 30dB of RF isolation between outputs form 100Mhz to 900Mhz. This will
provide the user with cleaner, quieter power. These filters will help minimize intermodulationnoise, RF interference and other noise sources from ruining your recordings. While this filtering
is not always required in all situations, isn’t it a good idea to be prepared for the worst-casescenario? At PSC, we think so and we put our customers needs ahead of our profit margin.

BELT CLIP:
The PSC PowerStar Mini Triple Play is equipped with a removable stainless steel belt clip. If you
decide to remove the belt clip, please keep the screws for later re-use. Warning! Use of longer
than the PSC supplied standard screws may damage the PowerStar Mini Triple Play andthis damage will not be covered under our warranty

REVERSE POLARITY PROTECTION:The PSC PowerStar Triple Play II is equipped with heavy duty input steering diodes that willprotect your equipment from reverse polarity. In the unlikely event that you somehow reverse thepolarity of the input power connection, the unit will simply not power up and no damage to thePSC unit or your equipment will occur. These diodes were chosen for their super high efficiency.
They offer the highest efficiency we could find and were originally designed for use on super highefficiency solar panel arrays.

OPTIONAL NP-1 BATTERY CUP:
Also available from PSC is an optional NP-1 Battery Cup for use with your new PSC PowerStar
Mini Triple Play. This NP-1 battery cup works with all NP-1 batteries and comes pre-wired witha TA4F connector for use with the PowerStar Triple Play II. You may choose to use one (1), two(2) or even three (3) of these NP-1 battery cups with your new PowerStar Mini Triple Play. The
three inputs on the PowerStar Mini Triple Play are redundant in nature and each will handle up to6 amps of input current.
Please note that most NP-1 batteries have an internal current limit of approximately 4.8
amps for each NP-1 battery.

PSC NP-1 BATTERY CUP WITH TA4F CONNECTOROPTIONAL AC POWER SUPPLYPSC offers an optional AC power supply that is equipped with a 4 pin female mini XLR connector.
This power supply can be connected to any one of the three power inputs. It will operate yourequipment with total current draw of up to 6 Amps. This optional AC power supply is perfect forlong sit down interviews and other stationary jobs. The AC power supply has a universal AC
input so it will operate virtually world-wide. Its input range is 90 to 260Vac.

OPTIONAL AC POWER SUPPLY. PROVIDES UP TO 6 AMPS OF CURRENT @ 14.8Vdc
PSC PART NUMBERS:FPSM3P

POWERSTAR MINI TRIPLE PLAYFPSCPSM-NP1NP-1 BATTERY CUP w/ TA4F CONNECTORFPSM3PAC

AC POWER SUPPLYFPSCPSM-CAB1

PSM OUTPUT CABLE w/ R.A. POWER PLUG FOR USE WITHLECTROSONICS, M3, FP-32A, FP33, ETC

FPSCPSM-CAB1Y

DUAL PSM OUTPUT CABLE w/ TWO R.A. POWER PLUG FOR USE
WITH LECTROSONICS, M3, FP-32A, FP33, ETC.

FPSCPSM-CAB2

PSM OUTPUT CABLE W/ 4 PIN HIROSE FOR USE WITH
M4mkII, ALPHAMIX, NEWER 442, 302, ETC

SPECIFICATIONS:
SIZE:

5.500” x 1.600” x 1.250” (139mm x 40.6mm x 31.7mm)

WEIGHT:6oz (170gm)

MAIN OUTPUT CURRENT: 10 Amp Global Maximum, 2 Amp Maximum per output
USB OUTPUT CURRENT:

4 Amp Global, 2 Amp maximum per output

POWER SWITCH:

Recessed Toggle,

RF FILTERING:

Better than 30dB Isolation from 100Mhz to 900Mhz

BELT CLIP:

Stainless Steel, removable

INPUT CONNECTORS:

TB4M, wired Pins 1&2 Negative (-), Pins 3&4 Positive (+)

OUTPUT CONNECTORS:

Switchcraft coaxial power connectors, Center Positive (+)

TERMS OF USE:THE IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THIS POWER SUPPLY TO AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT MAY
RESULT IN DAMAGE TO SAID EQUIPMENT AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY. THIS PRODUCTIS DESIGNED TO BE OPERATED BY PROFESSIONALS IN THE FILM AND TELEVISIONINDUSTRIES. THE PSC POWERSTAR MINI TRIPLE PLAY II SHOULD ONLY BE OPERATEDAFTER READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL. THEOPERATOR OF THIS POWER SUPPLY ASSUMES ALL RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITYFOR PROPER USE AND OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT! PROFESSIONAL SOUNDCORPORATION AND/OR ITS EMPLOYEES AND OFFICERS ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITYOR LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL AND PROPERTY DAMAGE INCURRED DUE TO ACCIDENT,CARELESS HANDLING, ABUSE OR MISSUSE, IMPROPER CONNECTION, AND/OR
INSTALLATION, IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONTACT OR GROUNDING. OWNERSHIP
AND/OR USE OF THE PSC POWERSTAR MINI TRIPLE PLAY II CONSTITUTES AGREEMENTWITH THESE TERMS.

Limited Warranty Certificate
Professional Sound Corporation warrants the PowerStar Mini Triple Play II including all of its
electronics, housing and other parts to be free from defective material and workmanship for aperiod of one year from the original date of purchase and agrees to repair or replace such
defective parts or the whole product at its option, provided that the equipment is returned toProfessional Sound Corporation. Shipping and insurance costs to and from Professional Sound
Corporation must be prepaid by the owner. This warranty does not cover damage due to accident,
careless handling, abuse or misuse, improper connection and/or installation, improper electricalcontact, charging or grounding. This warranty will be null and void in the event of removal,
alteration or tampering with the serial number, or by service or repair work not performed byProfessional Sound Corporation. Proof of purchase date (copy of invoice or Warranty Certificate)must be furnished before warranty service will be performed. This warranty is in lieu of any otherwarranty, expressed or implied, including warranties without limitation, products being
merchantable at the time of purchase or suitable for a particular purpose. This warranty does notextend to, or include consequential damage.

Copyright 2021, Professional Sound Corp. This manual and the complete PowerStar Mini
Triple Play II design are covered under various state, federal and international copyrightlaws. No portion of this manual or any PowerStar Mini Triple Play II technologies may be
reproduced without the specific written permission of PSC. All rights reserved. Thismanual and all PowerStar Mini Triple Play II specifications subject to change withoutnotice.

CE
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
EMC: This product is in compliance with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive,
89/336/EEC as defined in EN 50081-1, EN55022 and EN 50082-1. IEC801-2, IEC8013 and IEC801-4.

LVD: This product is in compliance with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive,
73/23/EEC. 93/68/EEC as defined in EN60065, 1993 and/or EN60950/A1/A2/A3: 1995

TRADE NAME:

PSC

MODEL:

PowerStar Mini Triple Play II

RESPONSIBLE PARTY:

Professional Sound Corp.
28085 Smyth Drive
Valencia, CA 91355 USA

CONTACT PERSON:

Ronald Meyer (661) 295-9395

TYPE OF PRODUCT:

Low Voltage DC Power Distribution

MANUFACTURER:

Professional Sound Corp.
28085 Smyth Drive
Valencia, CA 91355 USA

We hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number listed
above has been tested in accordance with the requirements contained in the above listed
directives. All necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production
units manufactured will conform to Directive guidelines.

August 2021

Professional Sound Corporation