A technique capable of preventing deterioration of image quality resulting from a band-shaped toner image created on a photosensitive surface in order to prevent so-called carrier attraction is provided. A translational motion actuator is arranged so as to push on the rocker, on the opposite side with respect to the thermostat, and is kinematically connected to a knob by way of coupling elements which convert rotary motion into a translational motion. The method allows for more closely matching currents at adjacent columns in a device such as a visual display, wherein the currents are driven by separate driver circuits, thereby eliminating discontinuity in brightness across the entire display area and providing higher quality visual display devices. The first switch is coupled between the first node and a ground end; the second switch is coupled between the second node and the ground end; the third switch is coupled between the first node and the second node. A branch exchange manager is configured to receive the data from the NIC and cause the data to be transmitted over the second telecommunication connection. The fracture plug seat assembly has a fracture plug seat that includes elastomeric material and reinforcing material.