Wall Surge Protector With On Off Switch

This is a review of a free product received from TP-LINK for testing and feedback as part of their review program. I replaced a standard manual wall switch with the HS200 Smart Switch. So now my Living Room Chandelier is connected by Wi-Fi to the Internet and can be remotely controlled using my Smartphone or Tablet from anywhere in the world. I had a single switch wall box which turned a large decorative Living Room Chandelier On/Off. I replaced that manual switch with the HS200 Smart Switch. Since the Chandelier is visible to the street, through a window, I reasoned that having it controlled by a Smart Switch could help deter burglars. I had no problems installing the HS200. My existing single switch wall box had a Neutral Line and I used the plastic HS200 Switch Plate. As for manual operation, a gentle tap on the large rectangular button turns the HS200 On or Off. It's a momentary switch. Very little movement is needed to toggle between On and Off. An internal glowing circle of light makes it easy to locate the Smart Switch in a dark room. Below the main HS200 On/Off switch are two small rectangular buttons. RESET for an App or Factory Reset. RESTART to reboot. The HS200 works with Kasa, a free Android and iOS app. Kasa on your Smartphone or Tablet can turn the Smart Switch On/Off locally and remotely. Voice commands work on Amazon Alexa devices (Echo, Echo Dot, Tap). With Alexa, multiple TP-LINK Smart Switches and Plugs can be grouped under one name. HS200 Wi-Fi operates on the 2.4GHz band. That gives it a good Wi-Fi range and makes it compatible with all routers. If the 5GHz band had been used, the speed increase would have been inconsequential, but the range would have been less and older routers wouldn't have been accommodated. I've been using TP-LINK HS100 and HS110 Smart Plugs to automate my home for several months. They have worked great. My Smart Plugs control a fan, desk lamp, air conditioner, and TP-LINK NC250 Security Camera.

Wi-Fi connections have been stable and reliable. Likewise, for my new HS200 Smart Wall Switch. All these TP-LINK Smart devices are located several rooms away far from the router. They never disconnect. My routers are the the TP-LINK Archer C3150 and C5400. Kasa, on multiple Android tablets, controls these Smart Plugs and the Smart Switch, Locally (in the same house over the same LAN) and Remotely (wherever Internet is available). Anyone paranoid about security, can just skip Cloud Account registration which disables Remote control. My Smart Plugs and Smart Wall Switch all work fine both Locally and Remotely. Just plugged them in and configured on an Android tablet with Kasa. I didn't need to edit anything in my router's configuration. Setup was simple. Anyone can get these TP-LINK Smart devices working. The HS200 Smart Wall Switch is also a sophisticated digital rule-based timer. Schedule events to turn a device On/Off, selecting times and days of the week; even different times on different days. Away Mode specifies a time period during which a connected device will turn On/Off randomly, mimicking someone being at home. In Schedule and Away Mode, SUNRISE or SUNSET can also be assigned. Timer turns a connected device either On/Off after a specified period of time. Preparation is the key to successfully installing and wiring the HS200. TP-LINK does its best to help with three comprehensive tutorials. Suggest doing some homework before tackling this project. You need a single switch wall box that has a four-wire system (2 live/load wires, 1 ground wire, 1 neutral line). Don't rely on the color coding of old wires. (1.) YouTube video, TP-LINK HS200 Smart WiFi Light Switch Setup Tutorial. (2.) TP-LINK website, FAQ-1128, How to install TP-LINK Smart Plug to your electrical line. (3.) Kasa App, Kasa will guide you through the wiring process. In Kasa select Add device, SMART SWITCH, Before we start, NOT YET, Lets get started.

I needed a surge protector with enough outlets to work for my wall tv/blue ray and fit flush behind a dresser. Perfect flat plug and angles down so it looks clean.

I use the surge protector to power my guitar amplifiers and other accessories in my home recording studio. The long power cord affords me the ability to move the surge protector around the room without hassle. Lots of outlets and slim profile. Also a major plus is the low profile/right angle plug which fits flat against the wall allowing furniture to be pushed closer to the wall.

This Surge Protector was a great choice for my use. I like the fact that it fits tight against the wall and that the outlets are on the side rather than the front. This gives it a nice, clean look! Kudos!

Good surge protector.

SOILD! Surge Protector!

This is easily the best surge suppressor on the market. The cord is a great length with an angled flat wall plug. The genius in the Super7's design is the ability to plug 3 wall warts into it without blocking any other plugs. You can technically plug in a 4th wall-wart upside down at the top plug, but it will cover up the LED indicators and possibly the power switch. The switch is slightly recessed so accidentally switching it off is minimized. It can be wall-mounted and it has surge & ground protection LEDs. The ground protection alone has found at least two AC wall plugs not properly grounded that an electrician needed to fix (which could have resulted in fire and/or death). The surge protection indicator ensures me the suppressor is still good. It is backed up by Tripp-Lite's great lifetime warranty and $75,000 lifetime insurance in the care case where it doesn't protect from a surge and equipment plugged into it fry. The size is perfect for almost any application, it is not ugly to look at, and it is built well. EMI / RFI filtering is also standard. I only wish it had two USB charging plugs (maybe in a future version). Some models even include phone or coax protection. I have purchased literally dozens of these for work & home, and not a single one has failed. This is the best surge suppressor for nearly any application!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This surge protector is reliable and appears to be well-made. I really appreciate the 8 foot cord's reach because it covers a lot of ground. Because of its modest profile, it is simpler to tuck beneath furniture. I particularly appreciate that it has two locations that can hold larger charging blocks. I recommend this product to anyone who needs a quality, cost-efficient item that also provides flexibility in placement. I've used Belkin products for years because of their high quality and fantastic warranty program. Here are the specs: 3000-joule surge protector guards devices against surges and lightning strikes Includes 2 block space outlets for larger adapters Low-profile plug fits easily in tight spaces and behind furniture Large recessed power switch prevents accidental shutdowns Phone-line protection ensures open and continuous phone-line with 1-in, 2-out RJ11 connections Large recessed power switch prevents accidental shutdowns and makes system resets easy Surge protection Indicator lets you know your equipment is secure and protected Sliding safety covers protect children and keep dust and debris out of unused outlets

I like the switcher, which is on the side, so when Surge Protector is under the table you cannot accidentally switch the power off with you feet. Great design!