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Also question is, where are controlled receptacles required?

The Energy Standards require both controlled and uncontrolled 120-volt receptacles in lobbies, conference rooms, kitchen areas in office spaces, copy rooms, and hotel/motel guest rooms.

Beside above, what is required of an outlet that will be controlled by an automatic device? This code requires that up to 50 percent of all 125-volt, 15- and 20-ampere receptacles be automatically controlled. The control could be an energy management system, timer or sensor.

In this regard, how do controlled outlets work?

When power shifts 10 percent above the preset threshold on the control outlet, a sensor circuit detects that you've turned on the TV, and it triggers power to the outlets controlling your TV-related accessories. When power to the control outlet drops, the Smart Strip cuts power instead.

Are smart power strips worth it?

Smart power strips won't cost you any more than a regular strip. They'll both hover around 10-15 bucks. Put simply, a smart power strip saves you more money when more things are plugged into it. They also save you more money when the things plugged in draw a lot of power.