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RE: before

I have a CDP, preamp (dual mono, two power supplies) and a pair of 140 watt tube monoblocks all plugged into an ExactPower EP15A, which is then plugged into one receptacle. I never draw much more than 5 amps, according to the readout on the EP15A.

The keys to whether or not you can use only one (versus 2) would be the power draw of the TV, and how large your monos are. The DVR and router likely have low power draws. You can add up the wattage (sometimes shown as VA) for all of the components and see if you approach 10 amps. If you get above 8-10 amps continuous, then you may want to go to a second outlet. My guess is that you won't be pulling more than 8 amps, but I could be wrong.

If I'm right, then plug your conditioner into one receptacle on one outlet, and plug your monos into the other receptacle on the same outlet via a good power strip. Or, go with Pooge's advice and use two outlets. Play around with the configuration.

Louis


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