The product makes a robust impression of the box. The cable is long ca.1m that is usually sufficient and somewhat reduced cable clutter.
The LEDs, one green for Ground Protection (contact to earth) and Main Protection (overvoltage protection) are discreet and do not interfere.
The connectors are difficult to connect. This topic has been already mentioned in previous recessions and slightly reprimanded. This sluggishness is but the safety of children due to the not so easily pointed objects are inserted into the socket. Safety first in any case before comfort. In addition, no one changes the plug out anyway, so that the plug is usually a one-time thing.
A socket is mounted offset somewhat forward at a distance further, what is the benefit when large plugs with transformer or switches are plugged. The outlets behind it remain free and accessible.
The power strip I Switchable. The switch is in the On state not backlit which does not bother me personally. The connected devices I switch directly on or off.
On the back of the device is located in the plastic housing of the indication that the power strip must be connected in no case to any aquarium equipment. Why this is so, about the manual is silent, unfortunately, out. Therefore, a point deduction.
I'm still going to try it on our two aquariums, the risk I'm a. The technology is simply too expensive and the price of the power strip the risk is manageable. I will report on my experiences.
The overvoltage protection has a limited lifespan and switches to achieve precisely this from. The plug then continue to function only without overvoltage protection. This is probably due to the extinct LED Main Protection recognizable.
The power strip with mains filter in conjunction with Powerline adapters:
My second goal was to improve the performance of our Powerline adapters in the home network and to prevent interference from electronic devices in the home network and disorders just this from the net.
Now while there are Powerlineadaper with integrated power socket and mains filter, but they require a very large installation depth and require appropriate place in the socket.
Second, you do not, a Powerlineadaper with socket and mains filter installed at each outlet where electronic devices are operated can filter the disturbances precisely these devices.
This phenomenon of interference within the network is particularly true in the living room with us. A whole load of electronic equipment is there on the console. Flat screen TV, digital receiver with internet access, stereo, and, and, and etc. These devices respond to interference from the power grid and giving up those in the power off. Unfortunately, these devices are all connected to the same power circuit what our Powerlinadapter then has somewhat hindered in the work. The performance of our 500 Mbit Powerlineadater was ok, but it can also go even better.
The following solution I have tried and very good experience:
Behind our console has two built-in wall sockets, which are supplied via a power line. At the first, we have installed a 500 Mbit / WLAN adapter with an RJ 45 network connector. A small square flat Adapter fits just off even behind the furniture. At the second the power strip with surge protection and mains filter. To save space, the use of a Powerline adapter with integrated power socket and mains filter is not possible.
The performance, ie transmission power is 165-195 Mbit in the normal state almost acceptable. After using the socket transmission services have risen to 195 235 Mbit in the receive direction. In the transmit direction, the same, an increase of about 30 Mbit. These values are reproducible and continuously stable for several days. Whether the electronic appliances run next or not.
A Success! Just the effect I have wished for! A significant improvement in performance in the home network through the built-in mains filter.
Past Experience: Are all devices or in standby around 195 Mbit arrive at Adaper. If you switch to eg a flat screen TV and the receiver, so there were only 165 Mbit. This effect has been reproduced at any time with us.
After using the other four power strips in the house, it has become quiet in the home network, so that Powerlineadaper have less interfering frequencies in the power line and better and faster transfers are possible.
A direct use of Powerlineadaper on the power strip is not possible because the line filter would filter out the frequencies of Powerlineadaper completely. There are special products with mains filter and power line capable socket.
Conclusion:
Sturdy product, good workmanship, child secure, so far good experiences with the line filter. After using five power strips in the House on important and expensive electrical equipment room, office, aquarium, etc., it is quiet in the electricity grid and the Powerlineadaper can work better. Overvoltage protection I can not rate since we recorded no lightning strike into the electricity grid.
The operating instructions are a bit poor in content and is silent on banning Aquarium equipment and why this must not be connected. out.
Therefore, I forgive here four star. I am very pleased with the quality of the product. Slightly more technical information on the part of the manufacturer would have been happy and is desirable.
Regarding Powerlineadaper Topp! An inexpensive investment in security and network quality in powerline networks. A strong buy recommendation.
Since Amazon gives a 30 day return policy which is well above the statutory provisions, I can to protect their electronic equipment happy to recommend the users of Powerline adapters, this power strip. Worth a try.
Addendum of 05/19/2014 - reference line filter and Powerline Adapter:
So far we have only had positive resonance in the use of power strips with line filter. The transfer rates throughout the house have improved continuously. The transmission power is stable at a very high level. The purchase was worth it for us as we reduce in addition to the surge protection also the line filter for frequencies to / from the device to filter out effectively.
Reference use at the aquarium:
Biser no adverse events either at the power strip still on the devices. Both LEDs are lit continuously. None of the equipment is disturbed or funktionsbbeinträchtigt.
