TrickleStar 180MS-US-8xx Series — Smart Power Strip Manual

Installation and operation manual for the TrickleStar 180MS-US-8xx series smart power strip with motion-sensing peripheral control and surge protection.

Overview

This TrickleStar power strip features high-quality surge protection, noise filtering, and a simple way to automatically reduce the standby power consumed by TV and PC peripherals. A motion sensor detects when you're present and active; combined with monitoring the on/off state of your TV or PC, it automatically powers connected peripherals (amplifiers, subwoofers, game consoles, scanners, printers, modems, etc.) down when you step away and back up when you return.

Installation Requirements

• The product must only be plugged into a grounded receptacle.
• All connected devices should be plugged directly into the product.
• Use of an extension cord, adaptor, or other power strip in conjunction with the product will void all warranties.
• Do not "daisy-chain" the product in series with other power boards, UPS units, or surge protectors.
• Use only indoors, in dry locations — not for use with aquariums or other water-related products.

Product Overview / Outlet Behavior

Indicators & Controls

• Switched Outlets LED — lit when the switched outlets are powered
• Ground LED — illuminated when the product is correctly grounded; if unlit, there is a grounding problem and you should contact an electrician
• Surge LED — illuminated when surge protection is functioning normally; if it extinguishes or turns red, the product has sacrificed itself to protect your devices and must be replaced
• Resettable Circuit Breaker — protects all outlets; press to reactivate power if no devices are powered or LEDs are lit
• Always On Outlets — remain powered at all times, regardless of motion or TV/PC state

Setup Steps

1. Plug your TV/PC into the control outlet.
2. Plug peripherals that should be switched off automatically (amplifier, subwoofer, game console, scanner, printer, modem, etc.) into the "switched" outlets.
3. Plug peripherals that must remain on at all times into the Always On outlets.
4. Plug the power strip into a grounded receptacle.
5. Mount the motion sensor under the desk or near the TV, aiming it at the area where you want to detect movement.
6. Turn on the TV/PC and ensure you're in the detection area — the peripherals will switch on.

How It Works

When the motion sensor detects motion and the TV/PC is on, the switched outlets turn on. When the motion sensor detects no motion for 30 minutes, the switched outlets turn off — automatically cutting standby power to idle peripherals.

Product Warranty

TrickleStar warrants to the original purchaser that the product will be free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship for 2 years, and will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge.

Connected Device Warranty

TrickleStar will repair or replace, at its option, any devices damaged by a transient voltage surge/spike or lightning strike (an "Occurrence") while properly connected through the product to a properly wired, grounded AC power line. Telephone/network lines and antenna cables (if applicable) must also be properly connected as determined by TrickleStar. This Connected Device Warranty is limited, subject to the exclusions below, up to a maximum of US$20,000 for 180MS-US-8** models.

• Fair market value is determined per the most recent Orion Blue Book (Orion Research Corporation).
• All shipping costs for inspection are borne by the purchaser.
• Damaged devices must remain available for inspection until the claim is finalized.

Warranty Void Conditions

• The product in use during the occurrence is not provided to TrickleStar for inspection upon request
• The product was not installed per the Installation Requirements, was altered, or was tampered with
• TrickleStar determines the damage did not result from a covered occurrence, or that no occurrence took place
• The connected devices were not used under normal operating conditions
• The product is not plugged directly into a receptacle, is daisy-chained with other power boards/surge protectors, or uses a three-to-two-prong adapter
• The product is used outdoors or with water-related equipment

Claims must be made within 15 days of the occurrence, accompanied by a receipt for the damaged devices, or the warranty is void. Warranty is valid in the USA and Canada only.

Making a Warranty Claim

Print the claim form at www.tricklestar.com and email it to warranty@tricklestar.com with: the product part number; a list of devices connected at the time of the occurrence; a list of devices damaged and extent of damage; the date of the occurrence; where and when you purchased the product; and a copy of the original receipt. A Customer Service Representative will then advise how to proceed.

Manufacturer

TrickleStar Ltd. · www.tricklestar.com