Voodoo Lab Pedal Power 3 Plus - User Manual

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PEDAL POWER 3 PLUS
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You’ve purchased the finest fully isolated pedalboard power supply available. The
Voodoo Lab Pedal Power 3 Plus is the culmination of years of research and experimentation. The result
sets new benchmarks in lowest noise, compact size, light weight, and total flexibility where every
output powers the most sensitive vintage analog stompboxes with zero noise and optimum tone, as
well as power hungry, high current digital effects.
A novel DC transformer design combines state-of-the-art organic polymer and ceramic filters with
traditional analog linear voltage regulation to achieve it’s industry leading zero noise performance.
Pedal Power 3 is the ultimate pedalboard power solution. It’s expandable up to 28 isolated outputs
with Voodoo Lab Pedal Power X4 and X8. Pedal Power 3 operates at all line voltages from 100-240VAC,
so you’re ready for international touring without step up/down transformers. You can even power 18V
and 24V pedals with optional voltage doubler cables.
Pedal Power 3 Plus is made in the USA.
UNPACKING
Your Voodoo Lab Pedal Power 3 Plus box contains the following:
 Pedal Power 3 Plus isolated DC power supply
 AC line cord
 DC power cables
CONNECTIONS
Important! DC power cables with a red or white plug end are reverse polarity. Almost all pedal effects
are standard polarity, using the wrong cable may damage them.
Pedal Power 3 Plus is powered directly from 100-240VAC mains using the supplied region-specific AC
line cord. This is a standard computer-type IEC line cord, so it’s easy to obtain a replacement or
different length. For international touring simply use a plug adapter or the correct cable for that
country.

Summary

Introduction to Voodoo Lab Pedal Power 3 Plus

Product Overview and Design

Details the Pedal Power 3 Plus as a fully isolated power supply, its research culmination, and zero noise performance.

Expandability and International Use

Highlights expandability up to 28 outputs and operation at all line voltages for international touring.

Manufacturing Location

States that the Pedal Power 3 Plus is made in the USA.

Unpacking the Pedal Power 3 Plus

Box Contents

Lists the items included in the Pedal Power 3 Plus box: power supply, AC cord, and DC cables.

Connections and Powering

Polarity Warning

Warns about reverse polarity on cables with red or white plugs, which can damage pedals.

AC Power Connection

Explains powering from 100-240VAC mains via an IEC line cord, suitable for international use with adapters.

Polarity and Voltage Verification

Advises verifying pedal voltage and polarity before connecting, using black plug cables for standard polarity.

Diagram and Port Descriptions

Details the Pedal Power 3 Plus front panel, including X-LINK, LED indicator, DC outputs, and AC input.

Available DC Power Cables and Adapters

Lists Voodoo Lab accessories like Output Splitters, Voltage Doubler, Current Doubler, and Line-6 HX cables.

Voodoo Lab Cable Identification

Explains color coding of Voodoo Lab cables for polarity and plug size identification.

Using X-LINK Expansion Ports

Describes connecting X-series supplies to Pedal Power 3 Plus and preferred use for high current digital pedals.

Pedalboards and Mounting Brackets

Introduces Voodoo Lab Dingbat pedalboards and mounting brackets for Pedaltrain models.

Warranty Information

Warranty Information (North America)

Details the 5-year warranty against defects, conditions for repair, and exclusions for misuse.

Outside North America Warranty

Advises contacting country distributors for warranty information outside North America.

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Provides a numbered list of safety instructions for operating the apparatus, including grounding and ventilation.

How to Reach Us

Lists contact information including telephone, email, and forum for Voodoo Lab support.

Voodoo Lab Pedal Power 3 Plus Specifications

General

Input Voltage	100-240V AC
Input Frequency	50/60 Hz
Number of Outputs	12
Size	Compact
Short Circuit Protection	Yes
Transformer	Switching
Topology	Isolated outputs
Warranty	5 years
Output Voltage Options	9V, 12V
Output Current	500mA per output
Output Current per Channel	500mA (9V outputs), 400mA (12V outputs)
Weight	0.9 kg (2 lbs)