TrickleStar TS180SS-US-12CT — Fireproof Surge Protection Power Strip Manual

Overview

The TrickleStar TS180SS-US-12CT power strip features high-quality surge protection, EMI/RFI noise filtering, and automatic standby power reduction for TV and PC peripherals. State-of-the-art fireproof metal oxide varistors (MOV) suppress more energy and dissipate heat faster than traditional MOVs, and the ceramic casing helps prevent fire during abnormal surge conditions.

How It Works

Current-sensing circuitry detects when a connected PC or TV is Off and automatically switches off designated peripheral outlets (printer, speakers, charger, modem, scanner, sub-woofer, DVD player, etc.) to save standby energy. Simple to install and use — typical savings are $38–$50 per year over the product's 10-year lifetime.

Outlet Types

• Control Outlet: Plug in your PC or TV here — its power state controls the Switched Outlets
• Always On Outlets: Stay powered at all times (e.g. router, modem, DVR/Tivo)
• Switched Outlets: Automatically switch On/Off in conjunction with the Control Outlet device

Switching Threshold

Adjusts the wattage threshold at which the Switched outlets turn On/Off:

Installation Requirements

• Must only be plugged into a grounded receptacle. Using an extension cord, adaptor, or other power strip in conjunction with the product voids all warranties.
• All connected devices should be plugged directly into the product.
• Phone/Fax/Modem lines must be connected through the protected connectors on the product, or the Connected Device Warranty is void.
• Antenna/TV coax lines must be connected through the protected connectors, or the Connected Device Warranty is void.

TV Setup (typical steps)

1. Plug always-on devices (e.g. Tivo) into the "Always On" outlets
2. Plug in the TV to the Control Outlet
3. Plug switched devices (amp, subwoofer, games console, DVD player) into the Switched outlets
4. Connect antenna to "in" and connect "out" to Tivo or Satellite Receiver
5. Adjust switching threshold — typically "High" for TV applications
6. Plug the power strip into a grounded receptacle

PC Setup (typical steps)

1. Plug an always-on device (e.g. router and modem) into the "Always On" outlets
2. Plug in the PC to the Control Outlet
3. Plug switched devices (printer, scanner, speakers, chargers) into the Switched outlets
4. Connect telephone/modem/router/fax to secondary surge protection
5. Adjust switching threshold — typically "Low" or "Medium" for notebooks or desktop PCs
6. Plug the power strip into a grounded receptacle

LED Indicators

Resettable Circuit Breaker: Protects all outlets on the product. If no devices are powered or LEDs lit, press the circuit breaker to reactivate power.

Product Warranty

Product lifetime warranty of 10 years against defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship — TrickleStar will repair or replace defective product free of charge.

Connected Device Warranty

TrickleStar will repair or replace, at its option, devices damaged by a transient voltage surge/spike or lightning strike while properly connected through the product to a properly wired, properly earthed AC power line (and, where applicable, properly connected phone/network/antenna lines). Coverage is up to:

• 181SS-US-12** models: US$20,000
• 180SS-US-12** models: US$400,000

Fair market value of damaged devices is per the current edition of the Orion Blue Book. Damage claims must be made within 15 days of the occurrence, accompanied by a receipt for the damaged devices. Warranty is valid in the USA and Canada only, and is void if the product is daisy-chained with other power boards/UPS/surge protectors, used with a 3-to-2-prong adapter, not plugged directly into a grounded receptacle, used outdoors or with water-related products, altered/tampered with, or not made available to TrickleStar for inspection on request. To file a claim, visit tricklestar.com to print a claim form and email it to warranty@tricklestar.com with product part number, list of connected/damaged devices, date and location of purchase, and a copy of the original receipt.