Things To Know About Televisions
- Energy efficient TVs use about 40% less energy than standard units in all modes of operation (stand-by and active).
- ENERGY STAR® requirements demand larger TVs meet even more rigorous efficiency standards. For example, a qualified 60” TV will be, on average, 60% more efficient than a standard model.
- Energy efficient televisions are important because a TV and all the connected components, such as DVRs, DVD players and speakers, can add around $200 to your energy bill each year.
- Turn off those connected devices easily and save money with a smart power strip. You’ll be able to turn off the whole system just by turning off the TV.
- Some HDTVs have a quick start option, which allows them to turn on more quickly. The flipside of this mode is that when engaged, it typically consumes more power during standby. Do your energy bill a favor and turn this mode off.
- Many TVs give you the ability to control the intensity of the backlight. You can reduce power consumption significantly by turning this down and the best image quality is produced when the backlight is lower.