On May 27, 2017 at 14:22, kgossen said...
From what I know of here, it's not illegal to have the box connected to the matrix, you're just not supposed to have more than 1 TV showing video from a single box.
I'd like to see the second half of that in print.
I run the composite output of my HR24 through a modulator to a second room and the receiver has a method built into it to adjust the resolution of the receiver so the second output can be used. If you can't use both outputs, why do they build in a quick button (hold EXIT) to accommodate using both outputs?
In our electrical code, if you go to the store and buy a TV, it's technically illegal for you to plug it in yourself. You're supposed to call an electrician for anything over 100 va.
A small TV might draw less than 100 VA.
As a licensed low voltage tech I'm allowed to run my own 110v branches. If the product being plugged into it is more than 100 va, I'm not allowed to plug it in...............
That seems suspect, a misinterpretation like the one made by the DirecTV in the first post.
In fact, the following products, to my recollection, are ALL over 100VA, so it really does bear looking into:
microwave
toaster
toaster oven
large electric drill
hair dryer
most A/V receivers
skil saw
sawzall
some lights
-- it's illegal to screw in a 150W bulb? replace a 300W work light?
Last edited by Ernie Gilman on May 27, 2017 17:58.
