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Homeowner Benefits? - These are the potential benefits that a typical homeowner will realize by following the tips or by installing the home-related products that are discussed in this column.
400 - Use portable
electric power packs for emergencies and recreation
Update Bulletin Description - Buyer's guide of six portable power pack and
plug-in inverter manufacturers listing nominal voltage, battery power in
amp-hours, battery pack type, features, weights, sizes, many illustrations and
prices of various models, chart showing household electrical appliances and
typical wattage consumption with estimated run time, chart showing
automotive/marine accessories and typical current draw with estimated run time.
Homeowner Benefits: Have electric power during emergencies, use for
camping, fishing, starting car
450 - Generate your
own electricity from the sun for free
Update Bulletin Description - Buyer's guide of 13 PV systems, kits,
controls, shingle manufacturers listing solar cell/kit type, selection guide,
suggestions on sizing your PV system, overview of photovoltaics (crystalline
silicon flat plate systems, thin film systems, concentrators), PV system terms,
and illustrations.
Homeowner Benefits: Back-up electricity during emergency, continuous
free electricity once installed
485 - Generate your
own electricity with a windmill for house, boat, RV 
Update Bulletin Description - Buyer's guide of 10 portable and whole-house
windmills, rated power output, voltage output, sizes (includes weight, number
of blades and rotor diameter), start up wind speed, rated wind speed, features,
prices and a wind speed chart for 116 cities. Specifications and information
are listed for selected models and siting and tower recommendations.
Homeowner Benefits: Free electricity during power outages, generates
electricity continuously, lowers electric bills, sell excess electricity to
utility company, good for environment
499 - Simple
devices and wireless/wired home security systems
Update Bulletin Description - Buyer's guide of 13 security
products/systems (hardwire, wireless, audio/video systems, barking dog alarm,
mechanical deadbolt pushbutton combination lock), brief descriptions,
illustrations of several products, features and tips for safeguarding your home
against burglars.
Homeowner Benefits: Greater security, fire protection, child-safety,
create smart house
605 - Back-up
whole-house generator for emergencies
Update Bulletin Description - Buyer's guide of automatic whole-house
emergency generator systems, power outputs, fuel types (gasoline, diesel,
natural gas, LP gas), dimensions, features, prices, a sizing chart, wattage
charts for home appliances and portable electric tools, operation and
installation instructions.
Homeowner Benefit: No power outages during storms or other emergencies.
742 -
Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) protects computer and files
Update Bulletin Description - Buyer's guide of eight UPS manufacturers (34
models), VA ratings (350-1500), styles (floor or tower), dimensions, number of
backup powered outlets and surge protected outlets, AVR, equipment damage
warranties, automatic shutdown software, features, prices, and sizing chart for
10 typical PC systems.
Homeowner Benefits: Protect computer hard drive from power outage, not
lose files, continue to operate system
760 - Whole-house
voltage surge suppressor protects entire house
Update Bulletin Description - Buyer's guide of the 13 best whole-house and
plug-in surge suppressor manufacturers showing model names/numbers, design
types, mounting methods, speed of surge reaction times, max. surge power each
can handle, clamping voltage, unique features, many prices and illustrations of
many whole-house and pont-of-use models.
Homeowner Benefits:Eliminate damage to electronic equipment, computers,
TV's, etc.
825 - Select the
proper "home theater in a box" system
Update Bulletin Description - There is no Update Bulletin with this column
topic. See companies' contact information in the column.
Homeowner Benefits: High quality sound, reduced electricity usage