Load-Shedding & Your Android TV Box

We have all accepted "load-shedding" as a part of our daily existence in South Africa. Perhaps never realizing the true cost, not only to our economy - but also on our electronic appliances. Right now, people are taking grave hits from every angle. Make sure that your favourite devices aren't exposed to unpredictable power fluctuations. Prevention, is always better than the cure!

Power surges can be a serious problem for homes and businesses alike. Understanding their effects is essential to protect your valuable electronic devices and appliances. In this short post, we will delve into the main reasons behind power surges, with specific reference to the restoration of power after a power outage. Let’s review this in a little more depth.

“Always ensure that you are running all of your sensitive electrical devices, (especially your Android TV Box) through quality surge-protectors. Eskom is their mortal enemy.”

There's simply no polite way to say this, so we'll just out with it. Eskom is the single biggest killer of the Android TV Box and other electronic devices - period. Anything that relies on their power to charge and operate has the potential to be "fried" as load-shedding kicks in and out.

Power outages can occur for various reasons, notably Eskom's load-shedding, weather-related incidents or issues with power stations or lines. While a loss of electricity isn't harmful in itself, the restoration process can lead to sudden and potentially damaging surges in voltage.

What You Need to Know

When power is restored after an outage, there's often an immediate spike as the grid re-establishes itself. This brief burst can jeopardize any devices plugged into the outlet at the time, especially those without surge protectors. To safeguard your electronics, take these actions or unplug sensitive devices during an outage if possible.

Invest in Surge Protectors : Select surge protector strips that can absorb spikes in voltage and prevent them from affecting your devices.
Backup Power Solutions : Invest in uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) for important devices, ensuring that even during surges or outages, your devices remain secure.

Conclusion

We hope that this has been an informative post that helps you protect your Android TV Box against Eskom's load-shedding power fluctuations. As always we're open to your questions, comments and/or concerns and look forward to being of service to you soon!

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The MyDroidBox Team

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