Surge protector/conditioner suggestions?

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I'm in the market for a budget LCD TV. I'm pretty sure I'm gonna go with the Samsung LNT4065F. It costs a little more than the 4061F, but it has some upgraded features that I feel are worth it.

Now I need a surge protector and/or line conditioner. Conditioners seem to be a lot more expensive though. I've been eying this surge protector:
Tripp Lite TLP810NET Protect It! Surge Protector/Suppressor 8 outlets (6 Transformers) 10ft Cord 3690 Joules

I don't want to spend more than $50 on this accessory. Recommendations?
 
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I want something a little better than that, but I forgot about APC. I can get a work discount on APC and Tripp Lite products. What else would you recommend?
 
I'm hardly an expert on the topic, I just red some discussions about it and APC seems to be a fine brand.
 
Do home theaters need a UPS? I'm gonna get one for my computer equipment, but does a TV really need to have backup power to stay on a little longer? I suppose it'd be good to have the HD DVR stay on if it were recording something though, hopefully until power is restored.
 
APC and Panamax both make quality suppressrs in that price range. Monster is so-so and can't say I'm not sold on Belkin yet. I'd stick with a more established name in the field. APC and Panamax both offer $5k to $15k coverage on your equipment if something gets by their product (just follow the instructions to the letter).

Btw, I sold and installed this stuff up until this year.
 
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