It's the stormy, hot season again, and you know what that means: heavy A/C use, downed power lines, and blown transformers. This does more than make utility employees work overtime; it makes your sensitive electronics suffer through what amounts to tainted food. They "eat" power, and when it's polluted by summer's extra load or lightning strikes, it’s like food poisoning for your gear.
While it doesn't always cause instant catastrophe, the cumulative effects of voltage drops, mini-spikes, and surges wear on your processors over time. It’s not just external factors, either. Every time a large motor—like your washing machine, air conditioner, or vacuum—kicks on, it sends a ripple through your home’s power grid that can cause havoc for delicate circuits.
Your computers are another part of the problem. They are both sensitive to poor power and a cause of it, as their power supplies often spew electrical noise that dirties the line for everything else. Today, nearly everything with a power cord—from your A/V gear to your toaster—contains a microprocessor that thrives on pure, clean power. The cleaner the power, the longer they live.
To give your equipment the trouble-free service life it deserves, we offer solutions ranging from high-quality plug-in power conditioners to whole-house surge protection. These systems filter out dangerous spikes and eliminate performance-robbing radio frequency interference (RFI) that your home's wiring "catches" out of the air like a giant antenna.
Finally Get Off Your Hands and Knees!
As an added bonus, a newer class of smart power controllers boasts internet connectivity. This is a proactive measure to keep your smart home running smoothly. The unit monitors your internet connection, and if it detects a drop, it automatically power-cycles your modem. It’s a lot easier than you getting on your hands and knees in a dark cabinet with a flashlight trying to find the right plug!
We can also remotely monitor which components are drawing power, allowing us to troubleshoot and often fix issues without even scheduling a service trip. Contact us now to give your power a once-over and ensure your system is protected.
Where's Your Music Coming From, Really?
In the early days of digital music, storage was expensive. To make songs fit on a 4GB iPod, engineers used "perceptual coding" (like MP3s) to throw away parts of the music they thought you wouldn't hear. While it was convenient, it often sucked the emotion and life out of your favorite tunes.
Fast forward to today: digital storage is incredibly cheap and "the cloud" is everywhere. This has paved the way for high-resolution audio files and lossless streaming services that don't toss out half the music. You can now enjoy the convenience of digital music with the soul and depth of the original recording.
We’d love to chat about how you can transition to high-resolution streaming. Whether you're an audiophile or just someone who loves singing along in the car, great-sounding music makes a world of difference. Contact us to explore how to upgrade your listening experience without losing the digital convenience you love.
Records That May Never Be Broken
Most Sales:
Video Games: The classic puzzle game Tetris has sold hundreds of millions of copies across nearly every device imaginable since its debut.
Automobiles: Ford has sold over 40 million F-Series pickup trucks since 1948. If you prefer something smaller, the Toyota Corolla holds a staggering record with over 50 million units sold worldwide since 1966.
Books: The best-selling fiction book of all time is often cited as Don Quixote, originally published in 1605! In more modern times, the Harry Potter series has surpassed 500 million copies sold across the entire franchise. Thankfully, most of these classics have been made into incredible movies you can enjoy in your home theater with the whole family.
We're always here to make technology easier and life more fun for you. Drop us a line to ensure your home is ready for the season!
Until next time,
Jason and the Automated Living Team
502-643-1194
