TrickleStar Advanced PowerStrip+ User manual

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PRODUCT INFORMATION
12 Outlet Advanced PowerStrip+, 1080 Joules,
Current Sensing, 6 ft. Power Cord, Black,
IR + Motion Multi-Sensor.
TS1813
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TrickleStar®is a registered trademark of TrickleStar Ltd. All other trademarks are the property of
their respective owners. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
TrickleStar assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
Quick Start Guide &
Instruction Manual
REV 2/10 Dec 2020

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Ground LED
When illuminated, it indicates that the Product is correctly grounded. If
not illuminated, there is a grounding problem and you must contact an
electrician to properly ground the socket. Surge protection will not work
with an improperly grounded outlet.
Surge LED
When illuminated, it indicates that the surge protection is functioning
normally. If this LED does not illuminate, it indicates that the surge
protection function has been damaged while protecting your devices,
and the product must be replaced.
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7Switched Outlets LED
When lit, it indicates that the outlets are powered.
Resettable Circuit Breaker
Provides protection for all outlets on the product. If no devices are
powered or LEDs lit, press the circuit breaker to activate power.
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Always On Outlets
Outlets remain ON all the time.
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< tv/control > Outlet
The outlet includes current sensing and senses the state of the TV.
IMPORTANT
THE TV MUST BE PLUGGED INTO THIS OUTLET
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IR + Motion Multi-Sensor
The multi-sensor is connected to the powerstrip via the RJ 11 port -
marked “sensor”. Mount the multi-sensor on the underside of the TV,
near to the IR receiver on the TV. Typically located next to the TV
power on/off button.The multi-sensor must be located within line of
sight of where you normally use your remote controls.
Power Connection
The Product must only be plugged into a grounded receptacle for surge
protection to operate correctly. All connected devices should be
plugged directly into the Product. Use of an extension cord, adaptor or
other powerstrip in conjunction with the Product will void all warranties.
Sensor/RJ11 Port
Plug the IR + motion multi-sensor into this port. There will be a soft
audible ‘click’ when the connector is inserted correctly.
Adjustable Threshold Switch
Adjusts the thresholds level low-15W/high-50W based on TV/control
outlet power consumption.
Switched Outlets
Switched off if there is no IR or movement is detected, or if the TV is
off.
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Product Overview
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DVD Player Subwoofer
Set-top Box TiVo /
Apple TV
always on switched
tv/control
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AV Receiver USB Charger
Multi-Sensor
(IR + Movement)
Game consoles without hard drives are recommended to
be plugged into a switched outlet.
Those with hard drives are at user discretion.
DVD Player Subwoofer
Set-top Box TiVo®/ Apple® TV
Infrared TV remote
always on switched
tv/control
AV Receiver
TV
Multi-Sensor
(IR + Motion)
Game
Console*
USB Charger
Game consoles without hard drives are recommended to
be plugged into a switched outlet.
Those with hard drives are at user discretion.
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Installation
DVD Player Subwoofer
Set-top Box TiVo®/ Apple® TV
Infrared TV remote
always on switched
tv/control
AV Receiver
TV
Multi-Sensor
(IR + Motion)
Game
Console*
USB Charger
Game consoles without hard drives are recommended to
be plugged into a switched outlet.
Those with hard drives are at user discretion.
*
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Attach multi-sensor to your TV
in the location determined in
step 5. The ideal sensing range
is 6 to 12 foot away from the TV.
Step 8
Plug the power strip into a
grounded receptacle. The
ground and surge lights will
illuminate indicating proper
grounding and surge protection
is functional.
Step 7
Step 4
Step 3
Plug the multi-sensor into the
port on the side of the powerstrip
that looks like a phone jack.
Adjusts the thresholds level
low-15W/high-50W based on
TV/control outlet power
consumption.
The icons on the outlet strip
serve ONLY as examples of
home entertainment devices that
can be plugged into these
outlets. For example, a DVD
may be plugged into any of the
eight outlets as they all operate
the same.
tv/control
sensor
threshold
high
low
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Installation
Step 2
Step 1
Step 6
Step 5
Remove the backing from the
double sided tape on the back
of the multi-sensor.
Determine a location near to the
multi-sensor on the TV as
possible. Ensure distance from
powerstrip is less than 8 ft.
< tv >
< tv >
Plug in devices that should
always have power to them into
the always on outlets (e.g. DVR
and set-top boxes).
TV must be plugged into this
outlet.
tv/control
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Operation - TV Mode
Press any button on TV remote
control to turn on the switched
outlets.
Press power on TV remote
control to turn on TV.
Step 2Step 1
ON
Use peripheral IR remotes to
turn on peripherals as needed.
Step 3
When done watching TV press
the power button on the TV
remote to switch off the TV.
All switched outlets will then
automatically turn off after 1
minute.
Step 4
OFF
Energy Saving
Countdown Timer Operation
For the first 30/60 minutes - the multi-sensor senses for IR only
For the next 45/75 minutes - the multi-sensor senses for IR signal or
motion
After 75 minutes/135 minutes - the switched outlets will switch off
automatically if no IR or motion has been sensed.
Switched Outlets
Switch On
User Switches
TV On
30/60 min Countdown Timer
Starts
IR Remote Control Button
Press Detected?
Next 45 / 75 min Countdown
Timer Starts
IR or Motion
Detected
TV & Peripherals
Switch Off
No
No
Yes
Yes ALERTS START
10 min Before Countdown
Timer Expiry
Buzzer Sounds 3X
LED Flashes
Terms
IR
IR Signal Sensor
PIR Sensor
Motion
Countdown Timer
Countdown Period
LED
Buzzer
Infrared signal, transmitted by a remote control
Multi-sensor senses for an IR command
Multi-sensor uses Passive Infrared sensing to
detect motion
Motion detected by PIR
Time before the switched outlets are automatically
switched off
75 minutes (Default)/135 minutes
Red LED located in multi-sensor
When IR or motion is sensed, the LED will flash
Buzzer located in the multi-sensor.
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User Presses IR
Remote Control

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Operation - Music Mode Operation -
Countdown Timer Settings
Press any button on AV
Receiver or DVD/CD player
remote control to turn on the
switched outlets.
Press power on all music related
devices to switch them on.
Step 2Step 1
If the TV is not switched on at any time in between, all
switched outlets will turn off after 8 hours.
If the TV is switched on during music mode, the
Advanced PowerStrip+ will switch to TV mode.
Note
Step 1
If the TV is switched on during this time the Advanced
PowerStrip+ will be in TV mode.
If the TV is not switched on (left on standby) the Avanced
PowerStrip+ will be in music mode.
Note
To configure countdown timer:
press and hold button for 10 sec.
Press 1X for 75 mins,
Press 2X for 135 mins,
Press 3X for disable the
countdown timer buzzer.
After countdown timer is set, the
LED will flash the number of
times that timer has been set to.
Buzzer will sound 10 minutes
before expiry of countdown timer
(and switched outlets switch off).
LED will flash for 10 minutes.

FAQ
What can I plug into the APS+?
Never insert any object other than a plug into the APS+ outlets.
The APS+ is designed for use with indoor AV equipment. Do not use
outdoors.
Never use the APS+ for appliances other than AV equipment, such as a
fridge, electric kettle, electric oven or microwave.
Never use the APS+ for power tools such as power drills, bench saws
and other power tools.
What AV equipment should I plug into the grey always on outlets?
Plug in Audio Visual (AV) equipment that need constant power for
recording features, timers and program guides such as:
• TiVo
• DVD recorders
• Devices with hard disk drives
• Digital receivers
• Set-top boxes
• Game consoles with a HDD
What AV equipment should I plug into the switched outlets?
The TV must be plugged into the green outlet labelled < tv >. Plug in
devices such as the following to the remaining switched outlets:
• Blu-ray, DVD and CD player
• Amplifiers
• Game consoles without a HDD
• Home theatre speaker systems
How does the APS+ save energy?
The APS+ saves energy through:
1) Master switched control
• All switched outlets are automatically switched off approximately one
minute after the TV is switched off.
2) Energy saving feature
• In TV mode all switched outlets are automatically switched off after
75 minutes/135 minutes if there is no IR remote control signal or
motion detected.
• In Music mode all switched outlets are automatically switched off after
8 hours if there is no IR remote control signal or motion detected.
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Troubleshooting
No power to outlets
No power at switched outlets
The TV peripherals do not
switch off when the TV is off
The multi-sensor is blinking on
and off every 5 seconds
The TV keeps switching off after
75/135 minutes
The resettable switch must be at
the reset position.
The multi-sensor must be connect-
ed to the APS+ and an IR signal
from any remote must be received
to switch on the switched outlets.
Alternatively, press the button on
the multi-sensor to switch on
switched outlets manually.
Make sure that the TV is plugged
into the outlet with the green TV
icon.
Make sure that the TV peripherals
are connected to the green
switched outlets (except for TV).
The switched outlets will switch off
after the TV has been switched off
for 1 minute.
Notification that the switched
outlets will switch off in 10 minutes.
The default power saving/
countdown timer shuts off the TV and
peripherals after 75/135 minutes if
no IR signal or movement is sensed.
To reset the time for another 75/135
minutes, press a button on an IR
remote control or move infront of the
multi-sensor.
Problem Solution

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The Product Warranty is 10 years (hereafter referred to as Product Warranty).
TrickleStar warrants to the original purchaser that for the Product Warranty, it shall be
free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship, 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 which are damaged by a
transient voltage surge/spike or lightning strike, (an “Occurrence”), while properly
connected through the Product to a properly wired AC power line with protective
grounding.
If applicable; the telephone line, and/or network line must be properly connected and
installed, and the antenna cable line must also be properly connected and installed, as
determined by TrickleStar at its sole discretion.
This Connected Device Warranty is a Limited Warranty, subject to the limitations and
exclusions set forth herein. TrickleStar will repair or replace the damaged connected
devices, at TrickleStar’s option, an amount equal to the fair market value of the
damaged devices or the original purchase price of the devices, whichever is less, up
to the maximum of: $20,000
The fair market value of the devices shall be the current value of the devices specified
in the most recent edition of the Orion Blue Book online on Usedprice.com.
TrickleStar reserves the right to review the damaged Product, the damaged devices,
and the site where the damage occurred. All costs of shipping the Product and the
damaged devices to TrickleStar for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser.
TrickleStar reserves the right to negotiate the cost of repairs. If TrickleStar determines,
in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged devices to TrickleStar,
TrickleStar may designate, in its sole discretion, a repair facility to inspect and estimate
the cost to repair such devices. The cost, if any, of shipping the devices to and from
such repair facility and of such estimate shall be borne solely by the purchaser.
Damaged devices must remain available for inspection until the claim is finalized.
Whenever claims are settled, TrickleStar reserves the right to be subrogated under
any existing insurance policies the claimant may have. All above warranties are null
and void if:
• The Product in use during the occurrence is not provided to TrickleStar for
inspection upon TrickleStar ’s request at the sole expense of the purchaser
• TrickleStar determines that the Product has not been installed in accordance with
the Installation Requirements, altered in any way or tampered with
• TrickleStar determines that the damage did not result from the occurrence or that
no occurrence in fact took place, the repair or replacement of the damaged
devices is covered under a manufacturer’s warranty
• TrickleStar determines that the connected devices were not used under normal
operating conditions or in accordance with any labels or instructions
• The Product is not plugged directly into a receptacle
• The Product is “daisy-chained” together in serial fashion with other power boards,
UPS’, other surge protectors or extension cords
• A three-to two-prong adapter is used
• The Product is not used indoors
Product Warranty
This Product is not for use with aquariums and all other water-related products. Use
only indoors and in dry locations. The Connected Device Warranty only protects
against damage to properly connected devices where TrickleStar has determined, in
its sole discretion, that the damage resulted from an occurrence, and does not protect
against acts of God (other than lightning) such as flood, earthquake, war, vandalism,
theft, normal-use wear and tear, erosion, depletion, obsolescence, abuse, damage
due to low voltage disturbances (i.e. brownouts or sags), non-authorized program, or
system devices modification or alteration. This warranty contains the sole warranty of
TrickleStar, there are no other warranties, expressed or, except as required by law,
implied, including the implied warranty or condition of quality, merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose, and such implied warranties, if any, are limited in duration to
the term of this warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
In no event shall TrickleStar be liable for incidental, special, direct, indirect,
consequential or multiple damages such as, but not limited to, lost business or profits
arising out of the sale or use of any Product, even if advised of the possibility of such
damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights, which may vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damage, so the above limitations may not
apply to you.
This warranty is valid only for the original purchaser of the product. All damage claims
against the product must be made within 30 days from the date of the occurrence and
must be accompanied by a receipt for the damaged devices or the warranty is void.
Warranty is valid in USA and Canada.
MAKING A WARRANTY CLAIM
Go to: www.tricklestar.com and print our claim form and email it to
[e-mail]
Provide the following information:
• Product part number
• A list of the devices that were connected to the Product at the time of the
occurrence
• A list of the devices that were damaged during the occurrence and the extent
of the damage
• The date of the occurrence
• Where you purchased the Product
• When you purchased the Product
• A copy of original receipt
A Customer Service Representative will then instruct you on how to forward your
devices, receipt and Product in use during the “occurrence” and how to proceed with
your claim.
COPYRIGHT & DISCLAIMER
© Copyright TrickleStar Inc. All rights reserved. TrickleStar® is a registered trademark
of TrickleStar. Any typographical, clerical or other error or omission in this document or
other documents or information issued by TrickleStar shall be subject to correction
without any liability on the part of TrickleStar without notice.