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Post by cobra5wood on Sept 2, 2016 19:41:32 GMT -5
Does anyone use Tripp Lite Isobar "power protection strips" in their home theaters? I thought their 4 outlet models would be perfect for the front corners of my room where I have Def Tech towers(BP2000) and subs(Supercube I's).
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Post by monkumonku on Sept 2, 2016 19:46:28 GMT -5
Does anyone use Tripp Lite Isobar "power protection strips" in their home theaters? I thought their 4 outlet models would be perfect for the front corners of my room where I have Def Tech towers(BP2000) and subs(Supercube I's). I use the 6 outlet model. Not sure if it is the same category as yours, but I'm pleased with it. smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000513US/ |
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Post by Boomzilla on Sept 2, 2016 19:52:01 GMT -5
I've got the Emotiva brand one & am MOST happy with it.
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Post by novisnick on Sept 2, 2016 19:56:52 GMT -5
^^^^^^ what he said! 8)
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Post by hemster on Sept 2, 2016 20:15:03 GMT -5
Does anyone use Tripp Lite Isobar "power protection strips" in their home theaters? I thought their 4 outlet models would be perfect for the front corners of my room where I have Def Tech towers(BP2000) and subs(Supercube I's). I use these in my living room and office. They work great. The only thing that bugs me is the red On/Off switch flickers... a lot. Doesn't impact it's performance but it bugs me. Such is my OCD.  |
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Post by millst on Sept 3, 2016 13:11:07 GMT -5
I don't think the Emotiva units provide any surge protection. Tripp Lite makes quality products with the key feature being the protection indicator light. Otherwise, there is no way to know if the MOVs are still good.
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Post by gus4emo on Sept 3, 2016 14:53:53 GMT -5
I've got the Emotiva brand one & am MOST happy with it. Agrred!! |
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Post by gus4emo on Sept 3, 2016 14:54:22 GMT -5
I've got the Emotiva brand one & am MOST happy with it. Agrred!! Meaning agreed. |
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Post by KeithL on Sept 3, 2016 15:21:19 GMT -5
Our CMX-2 and CMX-6 are noise filters; they are not surge suppressors. You are correct that MOV-based surge suppressors are sacrificial (which means they can "wear out" after a number of surges). For MOV surge suppressors, Tripp Lite is considered to be a good brand, as is APC. You can also buy other types of surges suppressors that are NOT sacrificial, and DON'T wear out. Series mode surge suppressors never wear out, and are very effective - but they tend to be bigger, heavier, and more expensive. (The most well known brands for series mode suppressors are probably Brick Wall and SurgeX.) Note that Emotiva equipment has some level of internal surge suppression. Therefore, unless your area is prone to major power surges, you really don't need a surge suppressor with our equipment. (Also note that a plug-in surge suppressor won't protect you from something like a direct lightning strike...) If you do decide to add a surge suppressor, make SURE it's rated to deliver enough current to power what you need. Otherwise it may restrict the current available to heavy users like big power amps. I don't think the Emotiva units provide any surge protection. Tripp Lite makes quality products with the key feature being the protection indicator light. Otherwise, there is no way to know if the MOVs are still good. -tm |
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Post by millst on Sept 3, 2016 15:50:22 GMT -5
Can you give more details on how much suppression and how it works? -tm Note that Emotiva equipment has some level of internal surge suppression. |
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Post by Boomzilla on Sept 3, 2016 18:28:27 GMT -5
I don't think the Emotiva units provide any surge protection. Tripp Lite makes quality products with the key feature being the protection indicator light. Otherwise, there is no way to know if the MOVs are still good. -tm In fact, they DO. See review here: hometheaterhifi.com/editorial/blogs/little-things-trouble-hum/ |
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Post by Boomzilla on Sept 3, 2016 18:30:26 GMT -5
Our CMX-2 and CMX-6 are noise filters; they are not surge suppressors. I was told that they DID contain MOVs. Was I wrong? |
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Post by millst on Sept 3, 2016 18:48:47 GMT -5
The product page says nothing about it and Keith confirmed. Perhaps, the reviewer is confused? Did anybody from Emotiva tell you that?
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Post by geebo on Sept 3, 2016 19:57:33 GMT -5
Our CMX-2 and CMX-6 are noise filters; they are not surge suppressors. I was told that they DID contain MOVs. Was I wrong? I've always been told they are definitely not surge suppressors. |
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Post by Axis on Sept 3, 2016 20:01:53 GMT -5
Our CMX-2 and CMX-6 are noise filters; they are not surge suppressors. I was told that they DID contain MOVs. Was I wrong? Boom a MOV is a Motor Operated Valve.  |
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Post by Boomzilla on Sept 4, 2016 11:26:39 GMT -5
I'm familiar with THOSE too!
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Post by Boomzilla on Sept 4, 2016 15:59:59 GMT -5
The product page says nothing about it and Keith confirmed. Perhaps, the reviewer is confused? Did anybody from Emotiva tell you that? -tm In fact, they did. I asked prior to posting the review. |
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Post by knucklehead on Sept 4, 2016 16:38:16 GMT -5
I'm not sure how good the Panamax 5300 is for surge protection & I hope I never have to find out. They are supposed to be very good. I find the 6 plugs that are switched on/off with the 12v trigger from the XSP-1 to be a very nice feature. When the XSP-1 is powered up it's daisy-chained to the XDA-1 then to the first UPA-1 then the second UPA-1 then to the Panamax which powers on the rest of the gear - including the Acurus A100x3 which has no trigger input. This all happens in a 5 second stretch. Nothing like home automation! I found mine on ebay for $100 shipped. It looks new and works perfect. And having the current voltage level readout on the front is a nice touch. Voltages here run from 119-121 - never have seen more nor less. Good steady power.
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Post by hemster on Sept 4, 2016 16:57:46 GMT -5
I'm not sure how good the Panamax 5300 is for surge protection & I hope I never have to find out. They are supposed to be very good. I find the 6 plugs that are switched on/off with the 12v trigger from the XSP-1 to be a very nice feature. When the XSP-1 is powered up it's daisy-chained to the XDA-1 then to the first UPA-1 then the second UPA-1 then to the Panamax which powers on the rest of the gear - including the Acurus A100x3 which has no trigger input. This all happens in a 5 second stretch. Nothing like home automation! I found mine on ebay for $100 shipped. It looks new and works perfect. And having the current voltage level readout on the front is a nice touch. Voltages here run from 119-121 - never have seen more nor less. Good steady power. When you say you've never seen <119v or >121v, is that at the output of the Panamax? If so, that's understandable as they may smooth out dips/surges. I know my APC does. If however, you're getting those voltages out of the wall, then you're very lucky. Even switching actions of refrigerators, washers, dryers etc. can cause larger deviations. Here in FL we do not have smooth power. The AC units cause lots of dips, followed by surges. I don't worry now as the APC sorts that out and outputs a clean 120v. Panamax is a reputble brand so rest assured. |
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Post by knucklehead on Sept 4, 2016 22:01:20 GMT -5
No - I said I've seen 119 & and 121 volts but never seen higher or lower. It reads 120 right now. That is the line voltage at the wall plug that is displayed. I'm about 50 miles from the source so voltage rising or dropping is unusual. Grant County PUD owns two dams on the Columbia River. With few trees here in eastern Washington State we don't have lots of trees falling over the larger supply power lines. Locally there are tree problems but even that is rare. The PUD enforces their policy of not letting trees grow into or over power lines. A full time job for someone since popular trees are very 'popular' here. Blocks the wind -something of a constant - never seems to stop entirely unless it's 105F.
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