Did you know that different applications call for different types of power? It's true! For example, you wouldn't use a power drill to froth a latté, would you? Well, I would, but that's beside the point. Ok, better example: you wouldn't use a Furman PL-8C classic power supply / conditioner as the core supply / conditioner for your A/V computer workstation setup, would you? YOU WOULD?!?!?!? You and I need to a have a talk, mister or ma'am. A talk about the Furman F1000-UPS.

See, the F1000-UPS is specifically engineered for use with A/V equipment, computer workstations, or any other situation where power losses or spikes could result in loss of data. The main feature of the F1000-UPS that sets it apart from your generic (i.e. Canadian) power strip is the inclusion of a built in, programmable battery back-up. One can easy set programmable parameters and check up on diagnostics like battery time remaining, and voltage I/O. If you'd rather, programming the F1000-UPS can be done via USB or RS-232 connection.

But wait! There's more! A clever feature called Critical Load Management keeps you from soiling your pants when the power goes out by allowing the user to prioritize allocation of battery power to connected equipment. Another nifty feature specific to the F1000-UPS is the programmable IR Blaster, which provides safe shutdown of remotely located equipment, such as video projectors whose bulbs might otherwise be compromised in the event of a blackout.

In this day and age, no piece of equipment can considered "serious" without serious ease-of-use figured in. The SUPER-serious F1000-UPS has a latching front-panel that allows for hot-swapping of replaceable batteries without turning the power off, or even removing or disconnecting the unit from it's installation. It sounds fun. . . AND IT IS.

The F1000-UPS will begin shipping this month, with a suggested retail price of $729.95, so, you know, pay your electrical bill until it's released.