The Juice Goose CQ1520-RX is an intelligent power sequencer and conditioner designed to bring order, protection, and remote control to the startup and shutdown of sensitive electronic systems in 19-inch equipment racks. This unit addresses a common cause of equipment stress and failure: the inrush current surge that occurs when multiple devices are powered on simultaneously. It provides a sequenced power-up and power-down, turning outlets on or off in a user-defined order with timed delays between each step. This prevents circuit overloads, allows critical system components (like processors and controllers) to stabilize before amplifiers or other high-draw devices are energized, and ensures a graceful, controlled shutdown sequence.

Beyond sequencing, the CQ1520-RX integrates robust surge protection and line filtering to safeguard connected equipment from voltage spikes and electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI). Its "RX" designation signifies enhanced filtering components that clean the AC power, reducing noise that can affect audio and video signal quality. A key feature is its remote control capability, which allows the sequencer to be activated or deactivated via a dry contact closure, a low-voltage trigger, or potentially a network command, integrating seamlessly with system automation controls. The front panel includes clear status LEDs for each outlet bank and system power.

Housed in a standard 1U rack-mountable steel chassis, this unit is built for professional installations in studios, broadcast facilities, live sound racks, and presentation systems. By automating and protecting the power-up/power-down process, the Juice Goose CQ1520-RX not only extends equipment life but also simplifies daily operation, reduces the chance of operator error, and provides a layer of diagnostic feedback through its status indicators, making it an essential component for managing complex, multi-device systems.