looking for an advanced strip socket.

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Is there a UK version of this https://www.amazon.com/TrickleStar-Outlet-Advanced-PowerStrip-Joules/dp/B00JPDYYSM/ ?

The TrickleStar 7-outlet Advanced PowerStrip is an energy-saving surge protector that saves money by reducing standby power waste. Featuring current-sensing circuitry, the Advanced PowerStrip senses whether the control device (typically a TV or PC) is either on, off, or in a standby state, and automatically removes and restores supplied power to the switched outlets based on the status of the control device.

Audio Visual (TV Entertainment System) Applications

The TrickleStar Advanced PowerStrip saves energy by allowing you to control supplied power to electronics in your entertainment system. Simply plug the TV into the dedicated control outlet and plug peripheral AV electronic equipment (such as a DVD player, AV receiver, speakers) into the green (energy-saving) switched outlets. When you turn off your TV, the power supplied to switched outlets is removed and AV peripheral electronics automatically power down, saving money by saving energy. The Advanced PowerStrip also includes two always-on outlets for electronic equipment that require constant power, such as cable/satellite boxes and digital video recorders.

Home Office & Workspace Applications

This intelligent surge protector is also a great power management solution for home office and commercial workspace applications. For computer workstations, plug the CPU or monitor into the dedicated control outlet and plug peripheral workspace electronic equipment (such as a printer, scanner, task light, etc.) into the green (energy-saving) switched outlets. The dedicated control outlet senses the power status of the computer (on, off, or standby) and automatically switches off supplied power to workspace peripheral electronics when the computer is powered off or goes into sleep mode.
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I would be looking for it to turn on/off led lighting based on the monitor being on/off.
 
whitecrook said:
literally : https://www.amazon.co.uk/TrickleStar-Outlet-Advanced-PowerStrip-Joules/dp/B00JPDYYSM/


edit lol...

maybe this

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Energenie-...53546&pd_rd_wg=ckwnX&pd_rd_i=B00GNXY51I&psc=1


problem i read with these is that it will change when control is 1W. some TVs in standby still pull too much so check your equipment
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Thanks! Should be okay as it's for the LG 32GP850.
POWER
  • Type External Power(Adapter)
    AC Input 100-240Vac, 50/60Hz
  • Power Consumption (Typ.) 48W
    Power Consumption (Max.) 65W
  • Power Consumption (Sleep Mode) Less than 0.5W
    Power Consumption (DC Off) Less than 0.3W
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I didn't know these existed until today.
 
I tried one of these years and years ago with my old PC.

It just didnt work with the PSU I had at the time, a HX750. Despite that PSU drawing like 0.6W when PC was off, the power strip stayed on.
Another PC I had with a RM550 worked fine with it, despite also drawing about 0.6W when off.

I liked the idea... but decided not to bother try any others after that.
 
Semple said:
I'd go for a smart Extension, offers up way more flexibility.
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Defo. Try the first thing OP, then try a smart plug. Then get a smart plug extension with multiple sockets. Install half a dozen apps on your phone. create bunch of accounts. Integrate it with Alexa. And Siri. And then show your wife how to work it. Wait for an update to break it. Then realise that actually a simple, dumb switch works better afterall.
 
whitecrook said:
Defo. Try the first thing OP, then try a smart plug. Then get a smart plug extension with multiple sockets. Install half a dozen apps on your phone. create bunch of accounts. Integrate it with Alexa. And Siri. And then show your wife how to work it. Wait for an update to break it. Then realise that actually a simple, dumb switch works better afterall.
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:cry::cry::cry::cry::cry:
so true...
 
I know of a chap who rents out "Holiday Lets".
He has installed WiFi in each property.
Many devices - including the electric radiators and the front door lock - are "Smart".
He can access each router and therefore the attached "Smart" devices via VPNs.
He proudly claims to be able to monitor and control electricity usage, controlling and turning things off when the "Guests" go to bed or are out of the house :eek:

He is a self-acknowledged "Geek" and argues that his harmless, non-intrusive use of technology is "just saving money" :D
 
stockhausen said:
I know of a chap who rents out "Holiday Lets".
He has installed WiFi in each property.
Many devices - including the electric radiators and the front door lock - are "Smart".
He can access each router and therefore the attached "Smart" devices via VPNs.
He proudly claims to be able to monitor and control electricity usage, controlling and turning things off when the "Guests" go to bed or are out of the house :eek:

He is a self-acknowledged "Geek" and argues that his harmless, non-intrusive use of technology is "just saving money" :D
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All those "quotes" makes me think this isn't a "holiday let", and the punters, sorry, "guests" probably pay by the hour and don't mind remotely controlled "smart" locks.
 
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