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RE: AC Power

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In Reply to: RE: AC Power posted by unclestu52 on May 08, 2008 at 11:53:42

Hi Stu,

Yes, not knowing what's running around on the power lines is a problem. While it would serve the common-good to know and control it, that would require the services of a functional government. Meanwhile if the consumer had access to comparative performance data then the "market" could make a more informed decision. Having reviewers use fancy conditioners and cords on equipment on the other hand masks the problems further and invalidates their results.

The rub is that components and designs have differing susceptibilities and emissions. The best place to control both is during the design phase of the component and at that component's interface to the outside world. If there's not enough data available for that, then what's the chance a consumer will do better? Like you say, it's trial and error.

It may sound cynical but I was in Best Buy a couple of year ago and based upon the prominence and prices of the power conditioners, I think that's where they make their money along with service contracts. They are both post-resistance sales that prey on insecurities.

Regards, Rick

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