APC has a range of relevant models in the J-, H- and S- series.
Surge Protection and Power Regeneration Qs
I've been doing my research homework, but could use some advice on AC power for my HT. I have 3 new dedicated AC circuits in a 10 year old house / subdivision (not old power lines). HT = 7.1 - B&W Matrix 803s, 805s x3 and DS6 surrounds, ASW850sub, Classe CA-301 (300Wx2) and CAV-500 (250Wx5) amps, a WD65831 65" Mitsubishi DLP TV, cable service, and Onkyo universal SACD/DVD. A new Anthem AVM50 preamp will arrive soon, replacing my Onkyo TX-NR900.
I know I need surge protection at a minimum, and because of high power amps and 3 dedicated AC circuits, I need 3 units - 1 for each amp, one for everything else. Do I also need regenerated power? What models should I consider, keeping in mind I would also like to cover cable, Internet? (for preamp software updates?), and a battery back up (may be separate component) for the TV's DLP lamp fan. I know this is a tall order, and will require multiple components - but what?
Most used PS Audio doesn't do cable, Panamax does cable but not Internet, I could put a battery backup with internet and cable between these units and my components, but does that defeat the whole purpose?
I want to spend what I need to spend for protection, will buy new if I have to , but prefer used because I can't afford to spend $3K on this stuff - the preamp was a $tretch for me - my toy funds are low. What is minimum protection, what is nice to have for future? BTW - I live in Florida - lightning capital of the US. Thanks in advance for your thots.
I know I need surge protection at a minimum, and because of high power amps and 3 dedicated AC circuits, I need 3 units - 1 for each amp, one for everything else. Do I also need regenerated power? What models should I consider, keeping in mind I would also like to cover cable, Internet? (for preamp software updates?), and a battery back up (may be separate component) for the TV's DLP lamp fan. I know this is a tall order, and will require multiple components - but what?
Most used PS Audio doesn't do cable, Panamax does cable but not Internet, I could put a battery backup with internet and cable between these units and my components, but does that defeat the whole purpose?
I want to spend what I need to spend for protection, will buy new if I have to , but prefer used because I can't afford to spend $3K on this stuff - the preamp was a $tretch for me - my toy funds are low. What is minimum protection, what is nice to have for future? BTW - I live in Florida - lightning capital of the US. Thanks in advance for your thots.
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