Power Conditioner - Blu-ray Forum

savage1984 · 05-20-2008, 06:40 PM

I would like to purchase a power conditioner between $100-150. I can't afford more than that. What is a good brand to go with? Does anyone have anything like this? I've looked on Amazon and they had this one from Belkin

I have about 2 weeks to do this, so any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Beta Man · 05-20-2008, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by savage1984

I would like to purchase a power conditioner between $100-150. I can't afford more than that. What is a good brand to go with? Does anyone have anything like this? I've looked on Amazon and they had this one from Belkin

I have about 2 weeks to do this, so any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

I got one from Belkin... it works.... I don't notice a difference, but then again, I don't notice a difference with my $300 Monster power-center either.

savage1984 · 05-20-2008, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

I got one from Belkin... it works.... I don't notice a difference, but then again, I don't notice a difference with my $300 Monster power-center either.

what kind did you get from Belkin?

messym · 05-20-2008, 08:27 PM

you may want to consider getting a ups then.

mjbethancourt · 05-20-2008, 08:41 PM

Amazon does have very good deals on power conditioners. If you're willing to go up to $200, that's what they billed me for a Monster HTS3600MKII, and it has definitely helped. I also used to blow fuses and trip breakers on a daily basis, but no more. I also don't get any more interference from my refrigerator or microwave, and it can absorb a really big surge. I'm happy with it.

savage1984 · 05-20-2008, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by mjbethancourt

Amazon does have very good deals on power conditioners. If you're willing to go up to $200, that's what they billed me for a Monster HTS3600MKII, and it has definitely helped. I also used to blow fuses and trip breakers on a daily basis, but no more. I also don't get any more interference from my refrigerator or microwave, and it can absorb a really big surge. I'm happy with it.

If the one you're talking about goes down to $200, it sounds worth it. I can't afford $250 though.

This is the one I'm considering.... Click me

savage1984 · 05-20-2008, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by messym

you may want to consider getting a ups then.

okay, I'll look into it. thanks.

un4gvn94538 · 05-20-2008, 06:53 PM

looks like one i have thats similar. a tad older and not black. probably the previous model. only thing is that sometimes there seems to be a hum coming from it. but only notice it when its extremely quiet. works like a champ though.

messym · 05-20-2008, 07:14 PM

This one is $54.99. If you use google check out it goes down to $44.99. I have it it works really well and has audio and video filtering, and an amp outlet. It also comes w/ a mounting bracket if you want to attach it to the back of your entertainment center or wall. The only drawback is that it is big. At least 24'' in length, maybe 5'' wide.
http://www.buy.com/prod/pureav-ap110...202352763.html

twoboyz · 05-20-2008, 07:31 PM

I would not recommend one unless you are willing to spend the $. I have a Richard Graves that I paid $1200 for and it works great. I got more volume out of my reciever and a noticable increase in picture quality out of my Samsung plasma 5084.

savage1984 · 05-20-2008, 07:43 PM

The reason I need one is because my receiver recently had a board die on it. I am nearly positive that it was because of a power outtage. Fuses tend to blow too often at my house. One too many things plugged in and then my mom will turn on her blowdryer. BOOM. Everything goes out.

I need a power conditioner that will keep everything on for a few minutes until I flip the fuse back.

There is no way I'm spending $1200. Maybe when I'm older and have a dope ass $10000 entertainment system... but until then, no way.

richteer · 05-20-2008, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by savage1984

The reason I need one is because my receiver recently had a board die on it. I am nearly positive that it was because of a power outtage. Fuses tend to blow too often at my house. One too many things plugged in and then my mom will turn on her blowdryer. BOOM. Everything goes out.

I need a power conditioner that will keep everything on for a few minutes until I flip the fuse back.

A power condition won't do that--they "just" clean up the voltage that's there and provide a safety net against surges. WHat you're looking for is an uninterruptable power supply (UPS), which has a battery inside for suplying power when the mains is out.

jon s · 05-20-2008, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by savage1984

The reason I need one is because my receiver recently had a board die on it. I am nearly positive that it was because of a power outtage. Fuses tend to blow too often at my house. One too many things plugged in and then my mom will turn on her blowdryer. BOOM. Everything goes out.

I need a power conditioner that will keep everything on for a few minutes until I flip the fuse back.

There is no way I'm spending $1200. Maybe when I'm older and have a dope ass $10000 entertainment system... but until then, no way.

Well, there's no way a power conditioner is gonna help you. All it does is clean the power line up from noise. And at the price you asking, you are NOT gonna get any good one anyway.

Like the above poster said, you want an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) which kicks in when the power goes out. It runs off a battery for a few minutes until you can power everything off. Your problem is going to be that a home theater system will suck the life out of the battery like a parched vampire. UPS's are designed to supply some power for computers and other small amperage stuff, but UPS's with bigger batteries costs a fortune.

Calculate the wattage required by all the gear and go from there. If you get a unit that cannot supply the amount of wattage your gear sucks up, it's not gonna do you any good, it will probably just reset itself as well. Look for brands like APC. And no, Belkin and Monster do NOT make this kind of stuff.

doctorsteve · 05-21-2008, 11:56 PM

I get my TV tomorrow, but I'm not getting a sound system or receiver quite yet.

Do I even NEED a power conditioner? BB kids say so and had a snazy demo, but I'm no convinced. However, I trust my BR.C folk very much.

I'm getting a 52" Bravia XBR4. Why do I even need a power conditioner. Is there some specific reason I need one if I already have power strips with surge protectors? Is there damage to be done to my new baby LCD if I DON'T have a clean power source?

Don't plan on doing a receiver or speaker for a while yet, so for right now I'm just looking to go basic...

Thoughts folks?

Thanks, Doc

savage1984 · 05-22-2008, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by doctorsteve

I get my TV tomorrow, but I'm not getting a sound system or receiver quite yet.

Do I even NEED a power conditioner? BB kids say so and had a snazy demo, but I'm no convinced. However, I trust my BR.C folk very much.

I'm getting a 52" Bravia XBR4. Why do I even need a power conditioner. Is there some specific reason I need one if I already have power strips with surge protectors? Is there damage to be done to my new baby LCD if I DON'T have a clean power source?

Don't plan on doing a receiver or speaker for a while yet, so for right now I'm just looking to go basic...

Thoughts folks?

Thanks, Doc

well, I have all of my units plugged into a surge protector, but when my fuse blew a few times, I think it led to my receiver's motherboard (something like that) frying. So now I can't enjoy my blu's the way they're intended....
So I'd recommend a UPS for that reason. The power conditioner is more for a non-fluctuating current to get a crisper picture and sound. Two separate things... at least that's what I've gathered. Sorry about the run-on sentence.

richteer · 05-22-2008, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by doctorsteve

I get my TV tomorrow, but I'm not getting a sound system or receiver quite yet.

Do I even NEED a power conditioner? BB kids say so and had a snazy demo, but I'm no convinced. However, I trust my BR.C folk very much.

You don't need a power conditioner, but I'd highly recommend one. The last thing you want is some power spike to take out your nice new TV...

mr.hidef · 05-22-2008, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by doctorsteve

I get my TV tomorrow, but I'm not getting a sound system or receiver quite yet.

Do I even NEED a power conditioner? BB kids say so and had a snazy demo, but I'm no convinced. However, I trust my BR.C folk very much.

I'm getting a 52" Bravia XBR4. Why do I even need a power conditioner. Is there some specific reason I need one if I already have power strips with surge protectors? Is there damage to be done to my new baby LCD if I DON'T have a clean power source?

Don't plan on doing a receiver or speaker for a while yet, so for right now I'm just looking to go basic...

Thoughts folks?

Thanks, Doc

No......you should be fine with just a strip with a surge protector.Just make sure it will handle the T.V. ok.

05-20-2008, 06:40 PM	#1
savage1984 Banned Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Los Angeles	Power Conditioner I would like to purchase a power conditioner between $100-150. I can't afford more than that. What is a good brand to go with? Does anyone have anything like this? I've looked on Amazon and they had this one from Belkin I have about 2 weeks to do this, so any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

05-20-2008, 07:31 PM	#10
twoboyz Member Member since:May 2008	power conditioner I would not recommend one unless you are willing to spend the $. I have a Richard Graves that I paid $1200 for and it works great. I got more volume out of my reciever and a noticable increase in picture quality out of my Samsung plasma 5084.

05-21-2008, 11:56 PM	#14
doctorsteve Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Tonawanda, NY Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:188 Blu-ray reviews:16	Do I need one? I get my TV tomorrow, but I'm not getting a sound system or receiver quite yet. Do I even NEED a power conditioner? BB kids say so and had a snazy demo, but I'm no convinced. However, I trust my BR.C folk very much. I'm getting a 52" Bravia XBR4. Why do I even need a power conditioner. Is there some specific reason I need one if I already have power strips with surge protectors? Is there damage to be done to my new baby LCD if I DON'T have a clean power source? Don't plan on doing a receiver or speaker for a while yet, so for right now I'm just looking to go basic... Thoughts folks? Thanks, Doc

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05-20-2008, 08:27 PM	#4
messym Active Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Fall River, MA Blu-ray collection:158 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:25	you may want to consider getting a ups then.

05-20-2008, 08:41 PM	#5
mjbethancourt Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2008 Location:suburban fly-over USA 4K collection:15 Blu-ray collection:876	Amazon does have very good deals on power conditioners. If you're willing to go up to $200, that's what they billed me for a Monster HTS3600MKII, and it has definitely helped. I also used to blow fuses and trip breakers on a daily basis, but no more. I also don't get any more interference from my refrigerator or microwave, and it can absorb a really big surge. I'm happy with it.

05-20-2008, 06:53 PM	#8
un4gvn94538 Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Limbo (Bakersfield, Ca.) 4K collection:143 Blu-ray collection:811 DVD collection:54 Digital collection:1494 Trading Score:277	looks like one i have thats similar. a tad older and not black. probably the previous model. only thing is that sometimes there seems to be a hum coming from it. but only notice it when its extremely quiet. works like a champ though.

05-20-2008, 07:14 PM	#9
messym Active Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Fall River, MA Blu-ray collection:158 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:25	This one is $54.99. If you use google check out it goes down to $44.99. I have it it works really well and has audio and video filtering, and an amp outlet. It also comes w/ a mounting bracket if you want to attach it to the back of your entertainment center or wall. The only drawback is that it is big. At least 24'' in length, maybe 5'' wide. http://www.buy.com/prod/pureav-ap110...202352763.html

05-20-2008, 07:43 PM	#11
savage1984 Banned Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Los Angeles	The reason I need one is because my receiver recently had a board die on it. I am nearly positive that it was because of a power outtage. Fuses tend to blow too often at my house. One too many things plugged in and then my mom will turn on her blowdryer. BOOM. Everything goes out. I need a power conditioner that will keep everything on for a few minutes until I flip the fuse back. There is no way I'm spending $1200. Maybe when I'm older and have a dope ass $10000 entertainment system... but until then, no way.

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