APU Power usage...

Discussion in 'Trucking Electronics, Gadgets and Software Forum' started by Benjimusprime, Sep 17, 2011.

  1. Sep 17, 2011 #1
    Benjimusprime

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    As a gamer, my primary form of entertainment is embodied in my TV and consoles. I love my PS3 and 360 equally. It saddens me that until I get a TV small enough to take with me that I have to leave my game machines at home. I hope to remedy the situation soon. This plan presents questions of logistical importance that must be answered before I proceed.

    Is the APU equipped to my truck going to provide enough juice to power a TV and a PS3 (or XBOX 360) simultaneously? If so, do I need a surge protector? Conversely, are either of these combinations going to harm the APU?

    I am a P.A.M. Transport company driver, so any input from my colleagues would be especially welcome.
     
    Benjimusprime, Sep 17, 2011
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  3. Sep 17, 2011 #2
    Aztech

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    Should be no problem. I run laptop, cooler, dome light, phone charger, radio at the same time. I can even run my coffee maker through a cycle without the APU coming on. The only time the APU can't keep up is when I run my electric stove, that's when I have to idle for 5-10 min.
     
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