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well as the telephone number and internet web address for APC technical

support. The S15 will even perform a Runtime Calculation test to calibrate

the internal measurements which should result in more accurate runtime

estimates. The options run even deeper but you get the idea.

The supplied PowerChute Software allows the system to be monitored and

optimized via your personal computer. Furthermore in the event of a power

outage the software will protect your operating system and open files by

gracefully shutting down the system in the event of an extended power

outage. I installed the software on my PC and it immediately found the S15.

I was able to run system checks, check current status (battery life,

estimated run time etc.), performance (power related events/history), and

completely customize the settings on the S15BLK right from my computer

screen. Any changes detected by the S15 can be reported on the PC desktop.

I powered everything up without a hitch. A check of the entire system for

noise yielded total system silence. A review of both standard and high

definition programming through my DVR indicated that the pass through

capabilities on the APC is excellent. I experienced similar performance with

my cable modem and wireless router. I listened to music in both two

channel and high resolution multi-channel varieties and was treated to the

same richly detailed and silky smooth sound that I have become

accustomed to in my system. I have an Outlaw Audio Model 7700 seven

channel amplifier which can be sensitive to ground loops and AC line noise. I

inserted the Outlaw into the system and it ran dead quiet in all channels.

Running the system at reference levels with movies soundtracks proved no

problem for the APC. Either with or without the use of the subwoofer the

system sound was crystal clear with subtle detail and brute force Sonics.

Using either the B&K or Outlaw amps the system never sounded restrained

or anemic. The plane crash sequence from “Flight of the Phoenix” Blu-ray

disc sounded superb with plenty of fine articulation and room rattling power

extension.

I wanted to test the battery backup capabilities of the S15. The transfer

time to battery in the event of a blackout according to APC is 7ms. With the

system running at full steam I shut down the circuit breaker to my theater

room (yeah I held my breath). The APC never missed a beat as each of the

components in the system continued on with no indication that the system

was being operated on battery power. The only indication that the unit was

running on battery power was the sound of the fan on the S15‘s rear panel.

The fan keeps the unit cool while it is operating on battery power. The S15

outputs a pure 60Hz Sine Wave waveform when operating on the battery.

The battery is sealed lead-acid maintenance free which can be typically

recharged in 8 hours. The system can run on battery power for 20 minutes

at half load (450 watts) or 7 minutes at full load (900 watts). Those times

will vary depending on the total system load and the battery charge

level/health. The S15 has an input on its rear panel to allow connection of

APC SBATT extended battery packs ($500 each) which can be daisy chained

to extend the unit’s run time. Most would not have a need to run the system

under full load for a prolonged period of time. For those that do the addition

of the SBATT external battery packs is a nice option to have.

The APC AV S15BLK is the most industrious, full featured power conditioner

I have ever had in my system. It’s ease of use, flexibility, extensive setup

options and aesthetic appeal are second to none. APC has taken careful

steps to ensure that this unit can fulfill the needs required by even the most

sophisticated systems. It is an a/v enthusiasts delight in that it can be

tailored in a variety of ways to fit each systems needs.

It offers top flight power conditioning/filtration, automatic voltage regulation,

and total system protection. A battery backup is highly recommended for

those with lamp driven projection systems. The S15BLK’s battery backup

function performs with great precision and reliability. This all comes at a

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