» Monster Cable MP HTFS 1000 Monster Power High Definition Video HTFS 1000 PowerCenterTM 2 AC Outlets for HDTVs

Monster Cable MP HTFS 1000 Monster Power High Definition Video HTFS 1000 PowerCenterTM 2 AC Outlets for HDTVs Reviews

Customer Rating:
Summary: Adequate Protection
Comment: Pros:
1) It provides protection for power surges and performs filtering.
2) Panel that displays voltage and amperage readings that detaches from main unit.
3) Exterior design that makes it look flashy.

Cons:
1) Major annoyance: Unit emits an electrical hum that increases as the load increases. This can be masked by background noise such as a computer fan. Generally this shouldn't happen in a quality product, especially in this price range. I'm assuming that it's a "feature" the engineers at Monster felt was acceptable.
2) Minor annoyance: Only two outlets. It's clearly stated in the product specification, but still somewhat obnoxious. If you have more than two devices in your home theater you'll either want to buy additional power strips or find a device with more outlets.
3) Minor annoyance: Ridiculous claims on the packaging that this product will substantially improve picture quality. Claims such as these are the staple of Monster marketing, buyer beware.

I would recommend buying a non-Monster brand item with the same amount of protection. You'll get the same level of functionality without the flashiness and cost associated with Monster products.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Monster Cable MP HTFS 1000 Monster Power
Comment: Monster products are the best. This is no exception.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Simply Amazing!
Comment: The picture quality of my HDTV has improved significantly after using this unit. Well worth the price for super high quality entertainment.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Good Product
Comment: This High Def power outlet has protected my home theatre at least four or five times that I can remember. Whenever there's a power surge in my house the PowerCenter turns my tv off. I can't really tell the difference in picture, which is what the description says it does.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Beware of x10 Interference, noise
Comment: Good:

1) Unique HD Filter (?)
2) Detachable face plate for difficult installations

Bad:

1) Only two power outlets
2) Interferes with x10 appliances
3) electronic "whining" noise when Plasma is not turned on

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