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What is a power conditioner? A power conditioner is an electrical device that provides clean AC power for sensitive electrical equipment, according to wisegeek.com. Most power conditioners provide surge protection and noise filtering. Power conditioners clean the signal, eliminating interference on the line, so you have more reliable network operations and better audio/video for your stellar home theater. There are many causes that can create line noise, including fluctuations in the AC current, damaged wiring, interference from other appliances, and even bad weather. What should I look for in a power conditioner? A good quality power conditioner should have a noise suppression rating of about 40-60 decibels (dB). The higher the dB rating, the better the noise filtering. The unit should also state the maximum watt capacity. You'll want to check your flat panel for the watt rating; plasma HDTVs use more electricity than LCDs. The power conditioner will also have a joule rating to measure how much watt-energy the suppressor can absorb before being damaged. A higher joule rating equals better protection. Why do I need a power-infused mount? After spending a pretty penny on all of the AV equipment for your installation, it's never a bad idea to provide extra protection. Chief's power-infused wall mounts for projectors and plasma displays integrate the power conditioner with the mount so you have everything you need to protect your AV equipment from electrical surges and brownouts in one SKU. Because the power conditioner is included with the mount, it creates a cleaner installation so you don't need to worry about running unsightly extension cords. Chief's power-infused mounts and accessories remove more noise than many full-sized line conditioners, and the non-volatile spike protection can potentially absorb thousands of spikes. Chief's products are rated for 2160 joules and 15 amps with 1800 watt maximum and the ability to reduce common and differential mode noise by up to 40 dB. Now you can get power and power conditioning right with your mount! Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com |
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