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Brussels, 5.10.2006

COM(2006) 581 final

2006/0186 (ACC)

Proposal for a

COUNCIL DECISION

concerning conclusion of the Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the European Community on the coordination of energy-efficiency labelling programmes for office equipment

(presented by the Commission)

EXPLANATORY MEMORANDUM

1. This EC/US Agreement contains provisions to coordinate energy-efficiency labelling programmes for office equipment (computers, monitors, printers, copiers, faxes, etc.) with a view to fostering their energy efficiency without creating barriers to trade.

2. This new Agreement builds upon the experience gained during the first period of implementation of a common voluntary energy labelling programme for office equipment - the Energy Star programme – based on the first EC/US Agreement signed in 2000 [1].

3. The detailed reasons for concluding a new Agreement continuing the Energy Star programme for a second period of five years, on the basis of the Agreement attached in the Annex, are set out in the Recommendation from the Commission to the Council to open negotiations on the second Energy Star Agreement [2] and in the Communication from the Commission to the Council and the European Parliament on the first period of implementation of the Energy Star programme in the Community [3]. The main points are summarised below:

· Efficient use of energy is one of the main pillars for a sustainable energy policy in the EC. The Commission’s Green Paper on energy efficiency [4] identifies the following major benefits from efficient use of energy: securing the competitiveness of the European economy due to lower spending on energy, environmental protection due to a reduction of carbon dioxide emissions caused by energy use, security of energy supply due to a reduction of energy demand and, hence, reduction of dependence on energy imports.

· Office equipment takes a significant share of electricity consumption in the EC. If no measures are taken, consumption could increase as functionality is enhanced and the stock in offices and households increases. In order to meet the targets set in the Green Paper on energy efficiency, the energy performance of office equipment must be further optimised.

· The EC Energy Star programme provides a framework for coordinating the national efforts of the EC Member States to improve the energy efficiency of office equipment. A coordinated approach is necessary in order to minimise the adverse impact on industry and trade, since uncoordinated national requirements would impose additional costs on manufacturers, traders and, consequently, purchasers and users of office equipment.

· Since office equipment is traded worldwide measures to optimise its energy efficiency should be implemented together with global partners and decision- makers. A harmonised approach reduces programme implementation costs and avoids confusion for consumers. The Energy Star programme provides a framework for coordinating actions to improve the energy efficiency of office equipment with the USA, Japan and other key market players. The Energy Star programme owned by the US Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) and managed by the European Commission for the EC and for the EEA is therefore the natural platform for measures aiming at improving the energy efficiency of office equipment through labelling.

· The voluntary Energy Star programme is widely accepted by manufacturers. Furthermore, in the U.S.A. it is important for public procurement since the technical specifications have to be observed in public procurement procedures. This provides an incentive for manufacturers to put on the market products complying with the programme’s requirements. As a consequence, the market is driven towards energy-efficient products and significant energy savings could be achieved, provided the technical specifications are demanding (e.g. cover 25% of the models) at the time the criteria are set. The Commission believes that the input of EC experts is an important contribution to developing consistent and demanding technical specifications.

· The Commission and the EC Energy Star Board consider that the Energy Star programme has contributed to improving the energy efficiency of office equipment sold in the Community. This assessment is qualitative because the amount of energy saved in the Community due to implementation of the programme during the period 2001-2006 cannot be quantified. On the other hand, significant potential to improve the energy performance of office equipment in a cost-effective manner still exists. However, the fast pace of innovation and product development cycles require highly flexible instruments, such as voluntary labelling schemes, which can be adapted more swiftly to technological progress and developments on the market.

· The programme enhances transparency on the office equipment market, particularly regarding the energy performance of office equipment. This is a prerequisite for activities aiming at motivating consumers, the tertiary sector and public procurement authorities to include energy efficiency and the total cost of ownership, including the electricity bill, in their purchasing decisions. In particular, the Energy Star database managed by the Commission may be used by national, regional and local authorities as a basis for activities to promote particularly energy-efficient office equipment.

4. As required by the negotiating directives issued by the Council to the Commission, Article I(4) of the new Agreement contains the requirement that the common technical specifications (the efficiency criteria to be met to qualify for the Energy Star label) must be demanding. This is a prerequisite in order to foster the energy efficiency of office equipment effectively.

5. Annex C to the new Agreement contains demanding and innovative common technical specifications for computer monitors and imaging equipment (copiers, printers, faxes etc.), covering both standby and on-mode energy consumption. Estimates suggest that the new common technical specifications for imaging equipment will save about 17 TWh in EU-25 [5] during the next three years. New common technical specifications for computers are being developed and are foreseen to come into force in 2007. They can be added to the Agreement by mutual agreement between the Commission and the US Environmental Protection Agency, acting as the management entities for the programme.

6. During the consultations on the rationale for renewing the Energy Star Agreement, the EC Energy Star Board (a consultative forum made up of the Member States, industry and environmental and consumer NGOs) requested that the Energy Star programme should be implemented more efficiently in the EC if the Agreement were renewed. Given that the EC Energy Star Board is consulted on all aspects of the Energy Star programme and given the voluntary nature of the scheme, the Commission considers that there is no need to consult the Council’s 133 “special committee” on issues related to amending the technical Annexes to the Agreement; it would lead to unnecessary delays in the procedure, slowing down the introduction of new technical criteria and, hence, impairing the effectiveness of the programme.

7. In line with the negotiating directives issued by the Council to the Commission, the proposal is that Annexes A (layout of the Energy Star logo) and B (guidelines for use of the logo) may be changed by the management entities pursuant to Article IX of the new Agreement in order to facilitate adaptation to marketing requirements.

8. The European Parliament was informed of the negotiations on the new Energy Star Agreement at the meeting of the Industry, Research and Energy Committee on 30 May 2006.

9. A proposal for a European Parliament and Council Regulation implementing the Energy Star Agreement within the Community is being submitted in parallel to this draft Decision.

10. This Agreement has no financial impact on the budget of the European Communities.

2006/0186 (ACC)

Proposal for a

COUNCIL DECISION

concerning conclusion of the Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the European Community on the coordination of energy-efficiency labelling programmes for office equipment

THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,

Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Community, and in particular Article 133, in conjunction with Article 300(2), first subparagraph, first sentence, and Article 300(4) thereof,

Having regard to the proposal from the Commission,

Whereas:

(1) The Council Decision authorising the Commission to open negotiations for an Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the European Community on the coordination of energy-efficiency labelling programmes for office equipment was adopted on 5 May 2006 [6].

(2) The negotiations have been concluded and the Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the European Community on the coordination of energy-efficiency labelling programmes for office equipment (hereinafter referred to as “the Agreement”) was initialled by both Parties on 7 June 2006.

(3) The appropriate internal Community procedures should be established to ensure proper operation of the Agreement.

(4) The market for office equipment is evolving rapidly. It is essential to reassess frequently the potential for maximising energy savings and environmental benefits by stimulating the supply of and demand for energy-efficient products. It is therefore necessary to empower the Commission, assisted by a Community advisory board made up of national representatives and of all interested parties, to reassess and upgrade the Common Specifications for office equipment set out in Annex C to the Agreement regularly and to take certain decisions for implementation of the Agreement, such as the layout of the Energy Star logo and the guidelines for use of the logo contained in Annexes A and B respectively.

(5) Implementation of the Agreement should be reviewed by the Technical Commission established by the Agreement.

(6) Each party to the Agreement should designate a management entity and the procedure for amending the Agreement should be defined.

(7) The Agreement should be approved,

HAS DECIDED AS FOLLOWS:

Article 1

The Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the European Community on the coordination of energy-efficiency labelling programmes for office equipment, including its Annexes, is hereby approved on behalf of the Community.

The text of the Agreement and the Annexes thereto are attached to this Decision.

Article 2

The President of the Council is hereby authorised to designate the person empowered to sign the Agreement in order to express the consent of the Community to be bound thereby.

Article 3

The President of the Council shall, on behalf of the Community, give the notification in writing provided for in Article XIV(1) of the Agreement.

Article 4

1. The Commission shall represent the Community in the Technical Commission provided for in Article VII of the Agreement, after having heard the views of the members of the European Community Energy Star Board established by Regulation (EC) No 2422/2001 of the European Parliament and of the Council. After consulting the European Community Energy Star Board, the Commission shall carry out the tasks referred to in Articles VI(5), VII(1) and (2), and IX(4), of the Agreement.

2. With a view to preparing the position of the Community with regard to amendments to the list of office equipment in Annex C to the Agreement, the Commission shall take into account any opinion given by the European Community Energy Star Board.

3. The position of the Community with regard to decisions to be taken by the management entities shall be determined, with regard to amendments of Annex A (Energy Star name and common logo), Annex B (Guidelines for proper use of the Energy Star name and common logo), and Annex C (Common Specifications) to the Agreement, by the Commission, after consultation of the European Community Energy Star Board.

4. In all other cases, the position of the Community with regard to decisions to be taken by the Parties to the Agreement shall be determined by the Council, acting on a proposal from the Commission in accordance with Article 300 of the Treaty.

Article 5

This Decision shall be published in the Official Journal of the European Union.

Done at Brussels,

For the Council

The President

ANNEX

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Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the European Community on the coordination of energy-efficiency labelling programs for office equipment

The Government of the United States of America and the European Community, hereinafter “the Parties”;

Desiring to maximize energy savings and environmental benefits by stimulating the supply of and demand for energy-efficient products;

Taking into account the Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the European Community on the Coordination of Energy-Efficient Labelling Programs for Office Equipment, done on December 19, 2000, and its annexes, as amended (hereinafter “the 2000 Agreement”);

Satisfied by the progress made under the 2000 Agreement;

Convinced that additional benefits will be achieved by continuing mutual efforts on ENERGY STAR;

Have agreed as follows:

Article I

General Principles

1. A common set of energy-efficiency specifications and a common logo shall be used by the Parties for the purpose of establishing consistent targets for manufacturers, thereby maximizing the effect of their individual efforts on the supply of and demand for such product types.

2. The Parties shall use the Common Logo for the purpose of identifying qualified energy-efficient product types listed in Annex C.

3. The Parties shall ensure that common specifications encourage continuing improvement in efficiency, taking into account the most advanced technical practices on the market.

4. The Common Specifications strive to represent not more than 25 percent of models for which data is available at the time the specifications are set while also taking other factors into consideration.

5. The Parties shall endeavour to ensure that consumers have the opportunity to identify efficient products by finding the label in the market.

Article II

Relation to the 2000 Agreement

This Agreement supersedes in its entirety the 2000 Agreement.

Article III

Definitions

For the purposes of this Agreement:

(a) “ENERGY STAR” means the service mark designated in Annex A and owned by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“U.S. EPA”);

(b) “Common Logo” means the certification mark designated in Annex A and owned by U.S. EPA;

(c) “ENERGY STAR Marks” means the “ENERGY STAR” name and the Common Logo, as well as any versions of these marks that may be developed or modified by the Management Entities or Program Participants, as herein defined, including the sign or marking contained in Annex A of this Agreement;

(d) “ENERGY STAR Labeling Program” means a program administered by a Management Entity using common energy-efficiency specifications, marks, and guidelines to be applied to designated product types;

(e) “Program Participants” means manufacturers, vendors, or resale agents that sell designated, energy-efficient products that meet the specifications of and who have chosen to participate in, the ENERGY STAR Labelling Program by registering or entering an agreement with the Management Entity of either Party;

(f) “Common Specifications” are the energy-efficiency and performance requirements, including testing methods listed in Annex C, used by Management Entities and Program Participants to determine qualification of energy-efficient products for the Common Logo.

Article IV

Management entities

Each Party hereby designates a management entity responsible for implementation of this Agreement (the “Management Entities”). The European Community designates the Commission of the European Communities (“Commission”) as its Management Entity. The United States of America designates the U.S. EPA as its Management Entity.

Article V

Administration of the ENERGY STAR Labelling Program

1. Each Management Entity shall administer the ENERGY STAR Labelling Program for the energy-efficient product types listed in Annex C, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Program administration includes registering Program Participants on a voluntary basis, maintaining Program Participant and compliant product lists, and enforcing the terms of the Guidelines for Proper Use of the ENERGY STAR Name and Common Logo set forth in Annex B.

2. The ENERGY STAR Labelling Program shall use the Common Specifications listed in Annex C.

3. To the extent that each Management Entity takes effective measures to educate consumers about the ENERGY STAR Marks, it shall do so in accordance with the Guidelines for Proper Use of the ENERGY STAR Name and Common Logo set forth in Annex B.

4. Each Management Entity shall bear the expenses for all of its activities under this Agreement.

Article VI

Participation in the ENERGY STAR Labelling Program

1. Any manufacturer, vendor or resale agent may enter the ENERGY STAR Labelling Program by registering as a Program Participant with the Management Entity of either Party.

2. Program Participants may use the Common Logo to identify qualified products that have been tested in their own facilities or by an independent test laboratory and that meet the Common Specifications set forth in Annex C, and may self-certify product qualification.

3. The registration of a Program Participant in the ENERGY STAR Labelling Program by the Management Entity of one Party shall be recognized by the Management Entity of the other Party.

4. To facilitate the recognition of Program Participants in the ENERGY STAR Labeling Program in accordance with Paragraph 3 above, the Management Entities shall cooperate in order to maintain common lists of all Program Participants and products that qualify for the Common Logo.

5. Notwithstanding the self-certification procedures specified in Paragraph 2 above, each Management Entity reserves the right to test or otherwise review products that are or have been sold within its territories (in the territories of the European Community Member States in the case of the Commission) to determine whether the products are certified in accordance with the Common Specifications set forth in Annex C. The Management Entities shall communicate and cooperate fully with one another to ensure all products bearing the Common Logo meet the Common Specifications set forth in Annex C.

Article VII

Program coordination between the Parties

1. The Parties shall establish a Technical Commission to review implementation of this Agreement, composed of representatives of their respective Management Entities.

2. In principle, the Technical Commission shall meet annually and shall consult at the request of one of the Management Entities to review the operation and administration of the ENERGY STAR Labelling Program, the Common Specifications set forth in Annex C, product coverage, and the progress in achieving the objectives of this Agreement.

3. Nonparties (including other governments and industry representatives) may attend meetings of the Technical Commission as observers, unless otherwise agreed by both Management Entities.

Article VIII

Registration of the ENERGY STAR Marks

1. The U.S. EPA, as owner of the ENERGY STAR marks, has registered the marks in the European Community as Community Trade Marks. The Commission shall not seek or obtain any registration of the ENERGY STAR marks or any variation of the marks in any country.

2. The U.S. EPA undertakes not to consider as an infringement of these marks the use, by the Commission or by any Program Participant registered by the Commission, of the sign or marking contained in Annex A in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.

Article IX

Enforcement and non-compliance

1. In order to protect the ENERGY STAR marks, each Management Entity shall ensure the proper use of the ENERGY STAR marks within its territory (within the territories of the European Community Member States in the case of the Commission). Each Management Entity shall ensure that the ENERGY STAR marks are used only in the form that appears in Annex A. Each Management Entity shall ensure that the ENERGY STAR marks are used solely in the manner specified in the Guidelines for Proper Use of the ENERGY STAR Name and Common Logo set forth in Annex B.

2. Each Management Entity shall ensure that prompt and appropriate action is taken against Program Participants, whenever it has knowledge that a Program Participant has used an infringing mark or has affixed the ENERGY STAR marks to a product that does not comply with the Specifications set forth in Annex C. Such actions shall include, but not be limited to:

(a) informing the Program Participant in writing of its non- compliance with the terms of the ENERGY STAR Labelling Program;

(b) through consultations, developing a plan to reach compliance; and

(c) if compliance cannot be reached, terminating the registration of the Program Participant, as appropriate.

3. Each Management Entity shall ensure that all reasonable actions are taken to end the unauthorized use of the ENERGY STAR marks or use of an infringing mark by an entity that is not a Program Participant. Such actions shall include, but shall not be limited to:

(a) informing the entity using the ENERGY STAR marks of ENERGY STAR Labelling Program requirements and the Guidelines for Proper Use of the ENERGY STAR Name and Common Logo; and

(b) encouraging the entity to become a Program Participant and register qualified products.

4. Each Management Entity shall immediately notify the Management Entity of the other Party of any infringement of the ENERGY STAR marks of which it has knowledge as well as the action taken to end such infringement.

Article X

Procedures for amending the Agreement and for adding new Annexes

1. Either Management Entity may propose an amendment to this Agreement and may propose new annexes to the Agreement.

2. A proposed amendment shall be made in writing and shall be discussed at the next meeting of the Technical Commission, provided that it has been communicated to the other Management Entity at least sixty days in advance of such meeting.

3. Amendments to this Agreement and decisions to add new annexes shall be made by mutual agreement of the Parties. Amendments to Annexes A, B, and C shall be made according to the provisions of Articles XI and XII.

Article XI

Procedures for amending Annexes A and B

1. A Management Entity seeking to amend Annex A or Annex B shall follow the procedures set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 of Article X.

2. Amendments to Annexes A and B shall be made by mutual agreement of the Management Entities.

Article XII

Procedures for amending Annex C

1. A Management Entity seeking to amend Annex C to revise existing Specifications, or to add a new product type (“Proposing Management Entity”) shall follow the procedures set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 of Article X, and shall include in its proposal:

(a) a demonstration that significant energy savings would result from revising the Specifications or adding the new product type;

(b) as appropriate, energy consumption requirements for various power consumption modes;

(c) information on the standardized testing protocols to be used in evaluating the product;

(d) evidence of existing non-proprietary technology that would make possible cost-effective energy savings without negatively affecting product performance;

(e) information on the estimated number of product models that would meet the proposed specification and approximate market share represented;

(f) information on the views of industry groups potentially affected by the proposed amendment; and

(g) a proposed effective date for the new Specifications, taking into consideration product life cycles and production schedules.

2. Proposed amendments that are accepted by both Management Entities shall enter into force on a date mutually agreed by the Management Entities.

3. If, after receipt of a proposal made in accordance with paragraphs 1 and 2 of Article X, the other Management Entity (“Objecting Management Entity”) is of the view that the proposal does not meet the requirements specified in Paragraph 1 above or otherwise objects to the proposal it shall promptly (normally by the next Technical Commission Meeting) notify the Proposing Management Entity in writing of its objection and shall include any available information supporting its objection; for example, information demonstrating that the proposal, if adopted, would likely:

(a) disproportionately and unfairly confer market power on one company or industry group;

(b) undermine overall industry participation in the ENERGY STAR labeling program;

(c) conflict with its laws and regulations; or

(d) impose burdensome technical requirements.

4. The Management Entities shall make best efforts to reach agreement on the proposed amendment at the first meeting of the Technical Commission following the proposal. If the Management Entities are unable to reach agreement on the proposed amendment at this Technical Commission meeting, they shall seek to reach agreement in writing prior to the subsequent Technical Commission meeting.

5. If, by the end of the subsequent Technical Commission meeting, the Parties are unable to reach agreement, the Proposing Management Entity shall withdraw its proposal; and with respect to proposals to revise existing Specifications, the corresponding product type shall be removed from Annex C by the date agreed upon in writing by the Management Entities. All Program Participants shall be informed of this change and of the procedures to be followed to implement this change.

6. When preparing new Common Specifications or revising existing Common Specifications, the Management Entities shall ensure effective coordination and consultation among themselves and with their respective stakeholders, particularly with regard to the content of the working documents and timelines.

Article XIII

General provisions

1. Other environmental labelling programs are not covered by this Agreement and may be developed and adopted by either of the Parties.

2. All activities undertaken under this Agreement shall be subject to the applicable laws and regulations of each Party and to the availability of appropriated funds and resources.

3. Nothing in this Agreement shall affect the rights and obligations of any Party deriving from a bilateral, regional or multilateral agreement into which it has entered prior to the entry into force of this Agreement.

4. Without prejudice to any other provisions of this Agreement, either Management Entity may run labelling programs with respect to product types not included in Annex C. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Agreement, neither Party shall hinder the import, export, sale or distribution of any product because it bears the energy-efficiency marks of the Management Entity of the other Party.

Article XIV

Entry into force and duration

1. This Agreement shall enter into force on the date upon which each Party has notified the other in writing that its respective internal procedures necessary for its entry into force have been completed.

2. This Agreement shall remain in force for a period of five years. At least one year prior to the end of this period, the Parties shall meet to discuss renewal of this Agreement.

Article XV

Termination

1. Either Party may terminate this Agreement at any time by providing three months written notice to the other Party.

2. In the event of termination or non-renewal of this Agreement, the Management Entities shall inform all Program Participants which they have registered of the termination of the joint program. Moreover, Management Entities shall inform the Program Participants which they have registered that each Management Entity may continue the labelling activities under two separate individual programs. In this case, the European Community labelling program will not use the ENERGY STAR marks. The Commission shall ensure that itself, the Member States of the European Community and any Program Participants which it has registered cease using the ENERGY STAR marks by the date agreed upon in writing by the Management Entities. The obligations contained in this Article XV (2) shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

Article XVI

Authentic languages

Done in duplicate at ... on the ... of ... in the year two thousand six in the Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Maltese, Polish, Portuguese, Slovakian, Slovenian, Spanish and Swedish, languages, each of these versions being equally authentic. In case of difficulties concerning interpretation, English shall prevail.

For the Government of the United States of America: For the European Community:

ANNEX A

Energy Star name and common logo

Name: ENERGY STAR

Common logo:

(...PICT...)

ANNEX B

Guidelines for proper use of the Energy Star name and common logo

The ENERGY STAR name and Common logo are marks of the U.S. EPA. As such, the name and Common logo may only be used in accordance with the following guidelines and the Partnership Agreement or the European Commission Registration Form signed by Program Participants in the ENERGY STAR labelling program. Please distribute these guidelines to those who will be responsible for preparing ENERGY STAR materials on your behalf.

U.S. EPA, and the European Commission, in the European Community Member States Territory oversee proper use of the ENERGY STAR name and Common logo. This includes monitoring the use of the marks in the marketplace, and directly contacting those organizations that are using them improperly or without authorization. Consequences of misusing the marks may include the termination of the Program Participant’s participation in the ENERGY STAR labelling program, and, for products imported into the U.S. improperly using the marks, the possible seizure by the U.S. Customs Services of those goods.

General Guidelines

The ENERGY STAR Program is a partnership between businesses and organizations on one side and the US Federal government or the European Community on the other side. As part of this partnership, businesses and organizations can use the ENERGY STAR name and Common logo, as part of their energy efficiency and environmental activities.

Organizations must enter into an agreement with a management entity – the Environmental Protection Agency for the US or the European Commission for the EU– to use the marks as provided in this document. Alterations to these marks are not allowed as the alterations would confuse businesses and consumers about the source of the ENERGY STAR program and reduce its value for all.

Organizations using these marks must abide by the following general guidelines:

1. The ENERGY STAR name and Common Logo may never be used in any manner that would imply endorsement of a company, its products, or its services. Neither the Common Logo nor the ENERGY STAR name may be used in any other company name or logo, product name, service name, domain name, or Web site title, nor may the Common Logo, the ENERGY STAR name, or any similar mark be applied for as a trademark, or as part of a trademark by any entity other than the U.S. EPA.

2. The ENERGY STAR name and Common Logo may never be used in a manner that would disparage ENERGY STAR, EPA, the Department of Energy, the European Community, the European Commission, or any other government body.

3. The Common Logo may never be associated with products that do not qualify as ENERGY STAR.

4. Partners and other authorized organizations are responsible for their own use of the ENERGY STAR name and Common Logo, as well as use by their representatives, such as ad agencies and implementation contractors.

Using the ENERGY STAR Name

– The ENERGY STAR name should always appear in capital letters;

– The registration symbol ® must be used with the first time the words “ENERGY STAR” appear in material for the U.S. market and:

– The ® symbol should always be in superscript;

– There shall be no space between the words “ENERGY STAR” and the ® symbol;

– The ® symbol shall be repeated in a document for each chapter title or Web page.

Using the Common Logo

The Common Logo is a mark to be used as a label only on those products that meet or exceed ENERGY STAR performance guidelines.

Uses of the Common Logo include:

– On a qualifying and registered product;

– In product literature for a qualifying product;

– On the Web to identify a qualifying product;

– In advertising where it is used near to or on a qualifying product;

– On Point of Purchase materials;

– On qualifying product packaging.

Appearance of the Common Logo

US EPA created this mark to maximize the visual impression of the mark and for contrast and legibility. The mark includes the ENERGY STAR symbol in a block with the ENERGY STAR name in a block directly below to reinforce the legibility of the symbol. The two blocks are separated by a white rule equal in thickness to the arc within the symbol. The mark also has a white key line around it that is also equal in thickness to the arc within the symbol.

Clear Space

US EPA and the EU Commission require that a clear space of .333 (1/3) the height of the graphic box within the mark surround the mark at all times. No other graphic elements, such as text and images can appear in this area. US EPA and the EU Commission require this clear space since the Common logo frequently appears on materials using complex imagery such as other marks, graphic devices, and text.

Minimum Size

The mark may be resized, but the proportions must be maintained. For legibility, we recommend that the mark not be reproduced smaller in width than .375 inch (3/8”; 9.5 mm) for print. Lettering legibility inside the mark must be maintained on the Web.

Preferred Color

The preferred color for the mark is 100% Cyan. Alternate versions in black or reversed out to white are allowed. The Web color equivalent of 100% Cyan is hex color #0099FF. If multicolour printing is available for advertising, product literature, or point of purchase materials the mark should be printed in 100% Cyan. If this color is not available, then black can be substituted.

Incorrect Uses of the Mark

Please:

– Do not use the mark on non-qualifying products.

– Do not alter the mark by using the ENERGY STAR symbol block without the block containing the name “ENERGY STAR”.

When reproducing the mark please:

– Do not make the mark an outline.

– Do not use a white mark on a white background.

– Do not change the colors of the mark.

– Do not distort the mark in any way.

– Do not alter the lock up of the mark.

– Do not place the mark on a busy image.

– Do not rotate the mark.

– Do not separate any of the mark’s elements.

– Do not substitute any part of the mark.

– Do not use any other typeface to replace part of the mark.

– Do not violate the clear space of the mark.

– Do not skew the mark.

– Do not change the size of the mark lock up.

– Do not replace the approved wording.

– Do not use the Common logo in an unapproved color.

– Do not let text run into the mark.

– Do not use the symbol block alone. The ENERGY STAR name must appear as well.

– Do not delete the symbol block from the mark.

Writing and Talking About ENERGY STAR

To maintain and build the value of ENERGY STAR, U.S. EPA and the EU Commission recommend terminology to use when writing and talking about elements of the program.

CORRECT | INCORRECT |

ENERGY STAR qualified computer | ENERGY STAR compliant computerENERGY STAR certified computerENERGY STAR rated computer |

Computer that has earned the ENERGY STAR | |

Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR productENERGY STAR products (referring to a suite of products)ENERGY STAR equipmentEndorsed by US EPAMeeting ENERGY STAR standards |

PARTNERS/PROGRAM PARTICPANTS |

An ENERGY STAR Partner | An ENERGY STAR company |

Company X, an ENERGY STAR Partner | Company X, a company endorsed by US EPA |

A company participating in ENERGY STAR | A US EPA approved seller of ENERGY STAR equipment |

A company promoting ENERGY STAR | Endorsed by US EPA |

ENERGY STAR qualified monitors | ENERGY STAR Monitor Program |

GOVERNMENT SOURCE OF AUTHORITY |

Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA and the EU Commission | |

ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered US marks | |

ENERGY STAR is a registered mark owned by the US government | |

PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES | |

ENERGY STAR guidelines | ENERGY STAR Standards |

ENERGY STAR specifications | US EPA-approved |

ENERGY STAR performance levels | US EPA-endorsed |

Voluntary programs | Received an endorsement by US EPA |

Questions Regarding the Use of the ENERGY STAR Name and Common Logo

ENERGY STAR Hotline

In the U.S. call toll-free:1-888-STAR-YES (1-888-782-7937)

Outside the U.S. Call: 202-775-6650

Fax: 202-775-6680

www.energystar.gov

EUROPEAN COMMISSION

Directorate-General Energy and Transport

Phone: +32 2 2985792

Fax: +32 2 2966016

www.eu-energystar.org

ANNEX C

COMMON SPECIFICATIONS

I. COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS

The Computer Specifications contained below shall remain in force not longer than 31 December 2007. After that date computers will not be registered by the ENERGY STAR programme until new computer specifications adopted by the management entities pursuant to Article XII of this Agreement become applicable.

A. Definitions

1. Computer: A desktop, tower or mini-tower, or portable unit, including high-end desktop computers, personal computers, workstations, network computer desktops, X terminal controllers, and computer-based point-of-sale retail terminals. To qualify, the unit must be capable of being powered from a wall outlet, but this does not preclude units that are capable of being powered from a wall outlet and also from a battery. This definition is intended primarily to cover computers sold for use in businesses or homes. This definition of a computer does not include computers sold or otherwise marketed as “File Server” or “Server”.

2. Monitor: A cathode-ray tube (CRT), flat panel display (e.g. a liquid crystal display) or other display device and its associated electronics. A monitor may be sold separately or integrated into the computer chassis. This definition is intended primarily to cover standard monitors designed for use with computers. For purposes of this specification, however, the following may also be considered a monitor: mainframe terminals, and physically separate display units.

3. Integrated computer system: Systems in which the computer and visual display monitor are combined into a single unit. Such systems must meet all of the following criteria: it is not possible to measure the power consumption of the two components separately; and the system is connected to the wall outlet through a single power cable.

4. Inactivity: A period of time during which a computer does not encounter any user input (e.g. keyboard input or mouse movement).

5. Low-power or “sleep” mode: The reduced power state that the computer enters after a period of inactivity.

6. Wake events: A user, programmed, or external event or stimulus that causes the computer to transition from its low-power/.sleep. mode to its active mode of operation. Examples of wake events include, but are not limited to, movement of the mouse, keyboard activity or a button press on the chassis and, in the case of external events, stimulus conveyed via a telephone, remote control, network, cable modem, satellite, etc.

B. Product qualification for ENERGY STAR

1. Technical specifications

(a) Computers: An ENERGY STAR qualified computer shall satisfy the following conditions:

There are two guidelines – A and B – under which a computer can be qualified as ENERGY STAR. The two guidelines have been developed to provide Program Participants with the freedom to approach power management and energy efficiency in different ways.

The following types of computers must be qualified under Guideline A.

– Computers that are shipped with the capability to be on networks such that they can remain in their low-power/sleep mode while their network interface adapter retains the ability to respond to network queries.

– Computers that are not shipped with a network interface capability.

– Computers shipped to a non-networked environment.

EPA expects computers sold or otherwise marketed as personal computers to be qualified under Guideline A only.

Computers that are shipped with the capability to be on networks that currently require the computer's processor and/or memory to be involved in maintaining its network connection while in sleep mode can be qualified under Guideline B. Computers qualifying under Guideline B are expected to maintain identical network functionality in and out of sleep mode.

(i) Guideline A

(a) The computer shall enter a sleep mode after a period of inactivity.

(b) If the computer is shipped with the capability to be on a network, it shall have the ability to enter a sleep mode while on the network.

(c) If the computer is shipped with the capability to be on a network, it shall retain in sleep mode its ability to respond to wake events directed or targeted to the computer while on a network. If the wake event requires the computer to exit the sleep mode and perform a task, the computer shall re-enter its sleep mode after a period of inactivity after the completion of the task requested. Program Participant may use any means available to achieve the behaviour described in this subsection.

(d) The computer shall consume power in the sleep mode according to Table 1.

TABLE 1

Maximum continuous power rating of power supply [7] | Watts in sleep mode |

≤ 200 W | ≤ 15 W |

> 200 W ≤ 300 W | ≤ 20 W |

> 300 W ≤ 350 W | ≤ 25 W |

> 350 W ≤ 400 W | ≤ 30 W |

> 400 W | 10 % of the maximum continuous output rating |

Computers that always maintain a level of power consumption of 15 watts or less comply with the power consumption requirements of this Specification, and are not required to incorporate the sleep mode described in Section A.

(ii) Guideline B

(a) The computer shall enter a sleep mode after a period of inactivity.

(b) If the computer is shipped with the capability to be on a network, it shall have the ability to enter a sleep mode irrespective of the network technology.

(c) The computer shall retain in sleep mode its ability to respond to all types of network requests. There shall be no loss in network functionality available to the user (e.g. the network functionality available to the user during the sleep mode shall be the same as that was available before the computer entered the sleep mode).

(d) The computer shall consume in the sleep mode, no more than 15 % of the maximum continuous power rating of its power supply.

(b) Integrated Computer Systems: An ENERGY STAR qualified integrated computer system shall satisfy the following conditions.

(i) The integrated computer system shall enter a sleep mode after a period of inactivity.

(ii) If the integrated computer system is shipped with the capability to be on a network, it shall have the ability to enter a sleep mode while on the network.

(iii) If the integrated computer system is shipped with the capability to be on a network, it shall retain in sleep mode its ability to respond to wake events directed or targeted to the computer while on a network. If the wake event requires the computer to exit the sleep mode and perform a task, the integrated computer system shall re-enter its sleep mode after a period of inactivity after the completion of the task requested.

Program Participant may use any means available to achieve the behaviour described in this subsection.

(iv) An integrated computer system shall consume no more than 35 watts in the sleep mode. Integrated computer systems that always maintain a level of power consumption less than or equal to 35 watts comply with the power consumption requirements of this Agreement and are not required to incorporate the sleep mode described in Section I.A.

2. Shipment Settings: In order to ensure that the maximum number of users take advantage of the low-power/”sleep” state, Program Participant shall ship its computers and/or integrated computer systems with the power management feature enabled. The default time for all products shall be pre-set for less than 30 minutes. (EPA recommends that the pre-set time be set between 15 and 30 minutes). The user shall have the ability to change the time settings or disable the sleep/low-power mode.

3. Operating Systems: The proper activation of a computer's low-power/”sleep” mode is typically contingent upon the installation and use of a particular version of an operating system. If a computer is shipped from the Program Participant with one or more operating systems, the computer shall be capable of entering and fully recovering from the low-power/”sleep” sleep mode while running in at least one of those operating systems. If the computer is not shipped with operating system software, the Program Participant shall clearly specify which mechanism will render the computer ENERGY STAR qualified. In addition, if any special software, hardware drivers, or utilities are necessary for the proper activation and recovery of the sleep mode, they must be installed in the computer. The Program Participant shall include this information in product literature (e.g. user's manual or data sheets) and/or on its Internet website. Brochures and advertisements shall be worded to avoid misleading statements.

4. Monitor Control: The computer shall include one or more mechanisms through which it can activate the low-power modes of an ENERGY STAR qualified monitor. Program Participant shall clearly specify in product literature the manner in which its computer can control ENERGY STAR qualified monitors, and any special circumstances that must exist in order for monitor power management to be accomplished. Program Participant shall set the computer's default to activate the monitor's first low-power or sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity. Program Participant shall also set the default time for the next level of power management such that the monitor enters the second low-power or “deep sleep” mode within 60 minutes of inactivity. The combined total of the default times for both low-power modes shall not exceed 60 minutes. Program Participant can choose to set the computer to activate the monitor to enter the second low-power or “deep sleep” mode directly within 30 minutes of inactivity.

The user shall have the ability to change the time settings or disable the low-power modes for the monitor control. This monitor control requirement does not apply to integrated computer systems. However, integrated computer systems that are marketed and sold as part of a docking system shall have the capability to automatically control the power of an externally connected monitor.

C. Test Guidelines for ENERGY STAR Qualified Computers

1. Test Conditions: Outlined below are the ambient test conditions which should be established when performing the power measurement. These are necessary in order to ensure that outside factors do not affect the test results, and that test results can be reproduced later.

Line Impedance: < 0.25 ohm

Total Harmonic Distortion: < 5%

Voltage:

Input AC Voltage [8]: 115 VAC RMS +/- 5 V RMS

Input AC Frequency [9]60 Hz +/- 3 Hz

Ambient Temperature: 25 deg. C +/- 3 deg. C

2. Testing Equipment: The goal is to accurately measure the TRUE power consumption [10] of the device or monitor. This necessitates the use of a True RMS Watt-Meter. There are many watt-meters to choose from, but manufacturers will need to exercise care in selecting an appropriate model. The following factors should be considered when purchasing a meter and setting up the actual test.

Crest Factor:

A previous version of the ENERGY STAR testing procedure included a requirement that manufacturers utilize a watt-meter with a crest factor greater than 8. As many Program Participants pointed out, this is not a useful or relevant requirement. The following paragraphs are meant to discuss the issues relating to crest factor and to clarify the intent of the initial incorrect statement. Unfortunately, in order to remedy the error, the ENERGY STAR program cannot provide a specific equipment requirement. Testing is as much art as it is science, and manufacturers and testers will have to exercise judgement, and draw on people well versed in testing issues, to select an appropriate meter.

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To begin, it is important to understanding that devices which contain switching power supplies draw current in a waveform different from typical sinusoidal current. [11] Figure 1 shows the typical current waveform for a typical switched electronic device. While virtually any watt-meter can measure a standard current waveform, it is more difficult to select a watt meter when irregular current waveforms are involved.

It is critical that the watt-meter selected be capable of reading the current drawn by the device without causing internal peak distortion (i.e., clipping off the top of the current wave). This requires a review of the meter's crest factor [12], and of the current ranges available on the meter. Better meters will have higher crest factors, and more choices of current ranges.

When preparing the test, the first step should be to determine the peak current (amps) associated with the device being measured. This can be accomplished using an oscilloscope. Then a current range must be selected that will enable the meter to register the peak current. Specifically, the full scale value of the current range selected multiplied by the crest factor of the meter (for current) must be greater than the peak current reading from the oscilloscope. For example, if a watt meter has a crest factor of 4, and the current range is set on 3 amps, the meter can register current spikes of up to 12 amps. If measured peak current is only 6 amps, the meter would be satisfactory. The other concern to be aware of is that if the current range is set too high in order to register peak current, it may lose accuracy in measuring the non-peak current. Therefore, some delicate balancing is necessary. Again, with more current range choices and higher crest factors you will get better results.

Frequency Response:

Another issue to consider when selecting a watt-meter is the frequency response rating of the meter. Electronic equipment that contains switching power supplies causes harmonics (odd harmonics typically up to the 21st). These harmonics must be accounted for in power measurement, or the Wattage consumption will be inaccurate. Accordingly, ENERGY STAR recommends that manufacturers purchase watt-meters that have a frequency response of at least 3 kHz. This will account for harmonics up to the 50th, and is recommended by IEC 555.

Resolution:

Manufacturers will probably want a meter than can provide resolution of 0.1 W.

Accuracy:

Another feature to consider is the resulting accuracy you will be able to achieve. Catalogues and specification sheets for watt-meters typically provide information on the accuracy of power readings that can be achieved at different range settings. If you are measuring a product that is very close to the maximum energy consumption for the mode being tested, you will need to set up a test that will provide greater accuracy.

Calibration:

Watt meters should be calibrated every year to maintain their accuracy.

3. Test Method: Manufacturers should measure the Average power consumption of the devices when in the off or low-power modes. This should be done by measuring the Energy consumption over a 1-hour period. The resulting energy consumption can be divided by 1 hour to calculate average Watts.

Power Measurement for Energy Saving Modes: This test should be conducted for each of the energy saving modes (e.g, low-power, off, standby, sleep) applicable to a particular device for ENERGY STAR qualification. Prior to the start of this test, the machine should have been plugged in to a live power line but turned off and stabilized at room ambient conditions for at least 12 hours. An appropriate watt-hour meter should be in line with the machine, ready to give an accurate indication of machine energy consumption without disruption of the power source. This measurement may be done sequentially with the off-mode power measurement; the two tests together should take no more than 14 hours to perform, including the time required for the machine to be plugged in and turned off.

Turn on the device, and let it go through its warm-up cycle. After the default time to the energy saving mode has passed, read and record the watt-hour meter indication and the time (or start the stopwatch or timer). After 1 hour, read and record the watt-hour indication again. The difference between the two readings of the watt-hour meter is the low-power mode energy use; divide by 1 hour to obtain the average power rating.

II. COMPUTER MONITOR SPECIFICATIONS

A. Definitions

1. Computer Monitor (also referred to as “Monitor”): A commercially-available, electronic product with a display screen and its associated electronics encased in a single housing that is capable of displaying output information from a computer via one or more inputs, such as VGA, DVI, and/or IEEE 1394. The monitor usually relies upon a cathode-ray tube (CRT), liquid crystal display (LCD), or other display device. This definition is intended primarily to cover standard monitors designed for use with computers. To qualify, the computer monitor must have a viewable diagonal screen size greater than 12 inches and must be capable of being powered by a separate AC wall outlet or a battery unit that is sold with an AC adapter. Computer monitors with a tuner/receiver may qualify as Energy Star under this specification as long as they are marketed and sold to consumers as computer monitors (i.e., focusing on computer monitor as the primary function) or as dual function computer monitors and televisions. However, products with a tuner/receiver and computer capability that are marketed and sold as televisions are not included in this specification.

2. On Mode/Active Power: The product is connected to a power source and produces an image. The power requirement in this mode is typically greater than the power requirement in Sleep and Off Modes.

3. Sleep Mode/Low Power: The reduced power state that the computer monitor enters after receiving instructions from a computer or via other functions. A blank screen and reduction in power consumption characterize this mode. The computer monitor returns to On Mode with full operational capability upon sensing a request from a user/computer (e.g., user moves the mouse or presses a key on the keyboard).

4. Off Mode/Standby Power: The lowest power consumption mode which cannot be switched off (influenced) by the user and that may persist for an indefinite time when a computer monitor is connected to the main electricity supply and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. For purposes of this specification, Off Mode is defined as the power state when the product is connected to a power source, produces no images, and is waiting to be switched to On Mode by a direct signal from a user/computer (e.g., user pushes power switch) [13].

5. Hard Off Mode: A condition where the product is still plugged into the mains, but has been disconnected from an external power source. This mode is usually engaged by the consumer via a “hard off switch.” While in this mode, a product will not draw any electricity and will usually measure 0 watts when metered.

6. Disconnect: The product has been unplugged from the mains and therefore is disconnected from all external power sources.

B. Qualifying Products

In order to qualify as ENERGY STAR, a computer monitor model must meet the definition in Section A, and the specification requirements provided in Section II.C, below. As explained in Section II.A.1, this specification does not cover products with computer capability that are marketed and sold as televisions.

C. Energy-Efficiency Specifications for Qualifying Products

Only those products listed in Section II.B that meet the following criteria may qualify as ENERGY STAR.

Widescreen Models: Widescreen (e.g., 16:9, 15:9, etc.) models are eligible to earn the ENERGY STAR, provided that they meet the energy-efficiency requirements in these specifications. There are no separate specifications for widescreen models and as such, they must comply with Sections II.C.1 and II.C.2, below.

1. On Mode/Active Power: To qualify as ENERGY STAR, computer monitor models must not exceed the following maximum active power consumption equation: If X < 1 megapixel, then Y = 23; if X > 1 megapixel, then Y = 28X. Y is expressed in watts and rounded up to the nearest whole number and X is the number of megapixels in decimal form (e.g., 1,920,000 pixels = 1.92 megapixels). For example, the maximum power consumption for a computer monitor with 1024 x 768 resolution (or .78 megapixels) would be Y = 23 watts and for a computer monitor with 1600 x 1200 resolution would be 28(1.92) = 53.76 or 54 watts when rounded up

To qualify a computer monitor as ENERGY STAR, it must be tested according to the protocol outlined in Section II.D, Test Methodology.

2. Sleep and Off Modes

(a) Maximum power consumption levels for Sleep and Off Modes are provided in Table 2 below. Computer monitors capable of multiple Sleep Modes (i.e., Sleep and Deep Sleep) shall meet the Sleep Mode requirement below in all such modes. For example, a computer monitor tested at 4 watts in Sleep and 2 watts in Deep Sleep would not qualify because one of the Sleep Modes exceeds 2 watts.

(b) Sleep Mode Exception: Computer monitors that have the capability to proceed automatically from On Mode/Active Power to an Off Mode/Standby Power of 1 watt or less comply with these energy consumption requirements. The computer monitor’s Off Mode/Standby Power must be activated within 30 minutes of user inactivity or as otherwise defined in future versions of the Computer Specification. Upon resumption of user activity (e.g., user moves the mouse or presses a key on the keyboard), the computer monitor must return to full operational capability. In other words, a Sleep Mode is not necessary if the computer monitor can proceed from On Mode/Active Power to Off Mode/Standby Power and meet the ENERGY STAR requirements in the Off Mode/Standby Power.

TABLE 2: Energy-Efficiency Criteria for Sleep and Off Modes

Sleep Mode | ≤ 2 watts |

Off Mode | ≤ 1 watt |

(c) Sleep Mode Enabling: Energy savings from the computer monitor’s Sleep Mode can only be achieved if this power-saving mode is enabled. Enabling and default times are driven by the computer; where feasible (e.g., where monitor manufacturer has a business relationship with specific computer manufacturers or where monitor manufacturer also sells its own computers or bundled products), monitor manufacturer should ensure that ENERGY STAR qualified computer monitors have their Sleep Modes enabled when shipped to the customer. Further, the computer shall activate the computer monitor’s Sleep Mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity or as otherwise defined. If a computer monitor has the capability to proceed automatically from On Mode/Active Power to Off Mode/Standby Power, then, consistent with the Sleep Mode requirements, the computer monitor’s Off Mode/Standby Power must be activated within 30 minutes of user inactivity or as otherwise defined.

D. Test Methodology

Product Testing Set-up, Methodology, and Documentation: The testing and measurement methods below reference published specifications from the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) Display Metrology Committee and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), and supplement those guidelines where necessary with methods developed in cooperation with the computer monitor industry.

Manufacturers are required to perform tests and self-certify those product models that meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines. Families of computer monitor models that are built on the same chassis and are identical in every respect but housing and color may be qualified through submission of test data for a single, representative model. Likewise, models that are unchanged or that differ only in finish from those sold in a previous year may remain qualified without the submission of new test data, assuming the specification remains unchanged.

The power requirement shall be measured from the outlet or power source to the product under test. The average true power consumption of the computer monitor shall be measured during the On Mode/Active Power, the Sleep Mode/Low Power, and the Off Mode/Standby Power. When performing measurements to self-certify a product model, the product being tested must initially be in the same condition (e.g., configuration and settings) as when shipped to the customer, unless adjustments need to be made pursuant to instructions below.

To ensure a consistent means for measuring the power consumption of electronics products, the following protocol must be followed, which has three main components:

Product Testing Set-up and Conditions: Outlined below in Sections 1(a) through (h) are the ambient test conditions and measurement protocols that must be respected when performing power measurements.

Product Testing Methodology: The actual test steps for measuring power in On Mode/Active Power, Sleep Mode/Low Power, and Off Mode/Standby Power are provided in Section 2(a), below.

Product Testing Documentation: Documentation requirements for submittal of qualified product data are detailed in Section 3, below.

This protocol ensures that outside factors do not adversely affect the test results and that the test results can be consistently reproduced. Manufacturers may elect to use an in-house or independent laboratory to provide the test results.

1. Product Testing Set-up and Conditions

(a) Test Conditions: General Criteria

Supply Voltage [14]: | Europe:North America:Australia/New Zealand:Japan: | 230 (± 1%) Volts AC, 50 Hz (± 1%)115 (± 1%) Volts AC, 60 Hz (± 1%) 230 (± 1%) Volts AC, 50 Hz (± 1%)100 (± 1%) Volts AC, 50 Hz (± 1%)/60 Hz (± 1%) |

Total Harmonic Distortion (Voltage): | < 2% THD |

Ambient Temperature: | 20°C ± 5°C |

Relative Humidity: | 30 – 80 % |

Line Impedance: | < 0.25 ohm |

(Reference IEC 62301: Household Electrical Appliances – Measurement of Standby Power, Sections 3.2, 3.3 and VESA Flat Panel Display Measurements (FPDM) Standard 2.0, Section 301-2)

(b) Dark Room Conditions: When performing light measurements, the computer monitor shall be located in a dark room condition. The computer monitor screen illuminance measurement (E), when in Off Mode/Standby Power, must be 1.0 Lux or less. Measurements should be made at a point perpendicular to the center of the screen using a Light Measuring Device (LMD) with the computer monitor in Off Mode/Standby Power (Reference VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, Section 301-2F).

(c) Color Controls and Peripherals: All color controls (hue, saturation, gamma, etc.) shall be placed at their factory default settings. No external devices shall be connected to any included Universal Serial Bus (USB) hubs or ports. Any built-in speakers, TV tuners, etc. may be placed in their minimum power configuration, as adjustable by the user, to minimize power use not associated with the display itself. Circuit removal or other actions not under user control may not be taken to minimize power use.

(d) Power Measurement Test Conditions: CRT pixel format shall be set at the preferred pixel format with the highest resolution that is intended to be driven at a 75 Hz refresh rate. A VESA Discrete Monitor Timing (DMT) or newer industry standard pixel format timing must be used for the test. The CRT monitor must be capable of meeting all its manufacturer-stated quality specifications in the tested format. For LCDs and other fixed pixel technologies, pixel format shall be set to the native level. LCD refresh rate shall be set to 60 Hz, unless a different refresh rate is specifically recommended by the manufacturer, in which case that rate shall be used.

(e) Power Measurement Protocols: Computer monitor power consumption shall be measured in watts with an imposed test pattern. Warm-up time shall be a minimum of a 20-minute period (Reference VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, Section 301-2D or 305-3 for warm-up test). A true RMS power meter with a crest factor of at least five shall be used to measure the power use of each randomly chosen unit at one or more, as appropriate, of the voltage/frequency combinations provided in Section II.D.1(a) (Reference VESA Standard: Display Specifications and Measurement Procedures, Version 1.0, Revision 1.0, Section 8.1.3). Measurements shall be taken after wattage values are stable over a three-minute period. Measurements are considered stable if the wattage reading does not vary more than 1% over the three-minute period (Reference IEC 4.3.1). (Manufacturers shall ignore the input sync signal check cycle when metering the model in Sleep Mode/Low Power and Off Mode/Standby Power.) Manufacturers shall use calibrated measuring equipment capable of measurements accurate to one-tenth of a watt or better.

Borrowing from European Norm 50301 (Reference BSI 03-2001, BS EN 50301:2001, Methods of Measurement for the Power Consumption of Audio, Video, and Related Equipment, Annex A), EPA has established a test procedure where the number of units required for test depends on the test results for the first unit. For the purposes of ENERGY STAR, if a tested computer monitor uses at least 15% less power (i.e., greater than or equal to 15%) than the ENERGY STAR specification in all three operating modes (On Mode/Active Power, Sleep Mode/Low Power, and Off Mode/Standby Power), then it only has to be tested once. However, if a tested computer monitor is within 15% (i.e., less than 15%) of the ENERGY STAR specification in any of the three operating modes, then two more units have to be tested. None of the test values may exceed the ENERGY STAR specification for the model to qualify as ENERGY STAR. All of the test results as well as the average values (based on the three or more data points) must be reported on an ENERGY STAR Qualifying Product Information (QPI) form.

The following example further illustrates this approach:EXAMPLE: For simplicity, assume the specification is 100 watts or less and only applies to one operational mode. 85 watts would represent the 15% threshold.If the first unit is measured at 80 watts, no more testing is needed and the model qualifies (80 watts is at least 15% more efficient than the specification and is “outside” the 15% threshold).If the first unit is measured at 85 watts, no more testing is needed and the model qualifies (85 watts is exactly 15% more efficient than the specification).If the first unit is measured at 90 watts, then two more units must be tested to determine qualification (90 watts is only 10% more efficient than the specification and is “within” the 15% threshold).If three units are tested at 90, 98, and 105 watts, the model does not qualify as ENERGY STAR—even though the average is 98 watts— because one of the values (105) exceeds the ENERGY STAR specification. |

(f) Luminance Test Patterns and Procedures: For CRT monitors, the technician shall initiate the AT01P (Alignment Target 01 Positive Mode) pattern (VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, A112-2F, AT01P) for screen size and use it to set the computer monitor to the manufacturer’s recommended image size, which is typically slightly smaller than maximum viewable screen size. Then, test pattern (VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, A112-2F, SET01K) shall be displayed that provides eight shades of gray from full black (0 volts) to full white (0.7 volts). [15] Input signal levels shall conform to VESA Video Signal Standard (VSIS), Version 1.0, Rev. 2.0, December 2002. The technician shall adjust (where feasible) the computer monitor brightness control downward from its maximum until the lowest black bar luminance level is just slightly visible (VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, Section 301-3K). The technician shall then display a test pattern (VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, A112-2H, L80) that provides a full white (0.7 volts) box that occupies 80% of the image. The technician shall then adjust the contrast control until the white area of the screen provides at least 100 candelas per square meter of luminance, measured according to VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, Section 302-1.

For all Fixed Pixel displays (e.g., LCDs and others), test pattern (VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, A112-2F, SET01K) shall be displayed that provides eight shades of gray from full black (0 volts) to full white (0.7 volts).2 Input signal levels shall conform to VESA Video Signal Standard (VSIS), Version 1.0, Rev. 2.0, December 2002. With the brightness and contrast controls at maximum, the technician shall check that, at a minimum, the white and near white gray levels can be distinguished. If white and near white gray levels cannot be distinguished, then contrast shall be adjusted until they can be distinguished. The technician shall next display a test pattern (VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, A112-2H, L80) that provides a full white (0.7 volts) box that occupies 80% of the image. The technician shall then adjust the brightness control until the white area of the screen provides at least 175 candelas per square meter of luminance, measured according to VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, Section 302-1. [If computer monitor’s maximum luminance is less than 175 candelas per square meter (e.g., 150), then technician shall use the maximum luminance (e.g., 150) and report the value to EPA with other required testing documentation. Similarly, if the computer monitor’s minimum luminance is greater than 175 candelas per square meter (e.g., 200), then technician shall use the minimum luminance (e.g., 200) and report the value on the ENERGY STAR QPI form.

(g) Light Measurement Protocols: When light measurements, such as illuminance and luminance, need to be made, a LMD shall be used with the computer monitor located in dark room conditions. The LMD shall be used to make measurements at the center of, and perpendicular to the computer monitor screen (Reference VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, Appendix A115). The screen surface area to be measured shall cover at least 500 pixels, unless this exceeds the equivalent of a rectangular area with sides of lengths equal to 10% of the visible screen height and width (in which case this latter limit applies). However, in no case may the illuminated area be smaller than the area the LMD is measuring (Reference VESA FPDM Standard 2.0, Section 301-2H).

(h) Display Set-up and Characterization: The computer monitor test sample characteristics shall be recorded prior to the test. The following information shall be recorded at a minimum:

Product Description/Category (e.g., 17-inch computer monitor with white housing) |

Display Technology (e.g., CRT, LCD, Plasma) |

Brand Name/Manufacturer |

Model Number |

Serial Number |

Rated Voltage (VAC) and Frequency (Hz) |

Viewable Diagonal Size (inches) |

Aspect Ratio (e.g., 4:3) |

Recommended Image Size (actual size tested) Width X Height |

Viewing Angle (horizontal and vertical degrees) |

Screen Refresh Rate (during test) (Hz) |

Number of Pixels as Tested (horizontal) |

Number of Pixels as Tested (vertical) |

Maximum Claimed Resolution (horizontal) |

Maximum Claimed Resolution (vertical) |

Analog, Digital, or Both Interfaces |

Instrumentation Information (e.g., type of signal generator) |

2. Product Testing Methodology

(a) Test Method: Following are the test steps for measuring the true power requirements of the test unit in On Mode/Active Power, Sleep Mode/Low Power, and Off Mode/Standby Power. Manufacturers are required to test their computer monitors using the analog interface, except in those cases where one is not provided (i.e., digital interface monitors, which are defined as only having a digital interface for purposes of this test method). For digital interface monitors, please see Footnote 8 for voltage information and then follow the test method below using a digital signal generator.

(i) On Mode/Active Power

(a) Connect the test sample to the outlet or power source and test equipment. For computer monitors shipped with an external power supply, the external power supply (as opposed to a reference power supply) must be used in the test.

(b) Power on all test equipment and properly adjust power source voltage and frequency.

(c) Check for normal operation of the test unit and leave all customer adjustments set to factory default settings.

(d) Bring the test unit into On Mode/Active Power either by using the remote control device or by using the ON/OFF switch on the test unit cabinet. Allow the unit under test to reach operating temperature (approximately 20 minutes).

(e) Set the proper display mode. Refer to Section II.D.1(d), Power Measurement Test Conditions.

(f) Provide dark room conditions. See Sections II.D.1(g), Light Measurement Protocols, and B, Dark Room Conditions.

(g) Set size and luminance. Refer to Section II.D.1(f), Luminance Test Patterns and Procedures for CRT or Fixed Pixel displays. Once luminance is set, dark room conditions are no longer needed.

(h) Either verify that the wall outlet power is within specifications or adjust the AC power source output as described in Section II.D.1(a) (e.g., 115V ± 1%, 60Hz ± 1%).

(i) Set the power meter current range. The full-scale value selected multiplied by the crest factor rating (Ipeak/Irms) of the meter must be greater than the peak current reading from the oscilloscope.

(j) Allow the readings on the power meter to stabilize and then take the true power reading in watts from the power meter. Measurements are considered stable if the wattage reading does not vary more than 1% over the three-minute period. See Section II.D.1(e), Power Measurement Protocols.

(k) Power consumption shall be recorded, as well as total pixel format (horizontal x vertical pixels displayed), to calculate pixels/watt.

(l) Record the test conditions and test data.

(ii) Sleep Mode/Low Power (Power Switch On, No Video Signal)

(a) At the conclusion of the On Mode/Active Power test, initiate the computer monitor’s Sleep Mode/Low Power. The method of adjustment shall be documented along with the sequence of events required to reach the Sleep Mode/Low Power. Power on all test equipment and properly adjust operation range.

(b) Allow the computer monitor to remain in Sleep Mode/Low Power until stable power readings are measured. Measurements are considered stable if the wattage reading does not vary more than 1% over the three-minute period. Manufacturers shall ignore the input sync signal check cycle when metering the model in Sleep Mode/Low Power.

(c) Record the test conditions and test data. The measurement time shall be sufficiently long to measure the correct average value (i.e., not peak or instantaneous power). If the device has different Sleep Modes that can be manually selected, the measurement should be taken with the device in the most energy consumptive of those modes. If the modes are cycled through automatically, the measurement time should be long enough to obtain a true average that includes all modes.

(iii) Off Mode/Standby Power (Power Switch Off)

(a) At the conclusion of the Sleep Mode/Low Power test, initiate the computer monitor’s Off Mode/Standby Power. If only one power switch is provided (i.e., a soft off or a hard off), press that switch; if two power switches are provided (i.e., a soft off AND a hard off), press the soft off switch. The method of adjustment shall be documented along with the sequence of events required to reach the Off Mode/Standby Power. Power on all test equipment and properly adjust operation range.

(b) Allow the computer monitor to remain in Off Mode/Standby Power until stable power readings are measured. Measurements are considered stable if the wattage reading does not vary more than 1% over the three-minute period. Manufacturers shall ignore the input sync signal check cycle when metering the model in Off Mode/Standby Power.

(c) Record the test conditions and test data. The measurement time shall be sufficiently long to measure the correct average value (i.e., not peak or instantaneous power).

3. Product Testing Documentation

Submittal of Qualified Product Data: Partners are required to self-certify those product models that meet the Energy Star guidelines and report information on an ENERGY STAR QPI form. ENERGY STAR qualifying product data, including information about new as well as discontinued models, must be provided on an annual basis, or more frequently if desired by the manufacturer.

E. User Interface

Manufacturers are strongly recommended to design products in accordance with the user interface standards being developed by the Power Management Controls project to make power controls more consistent and intuitive across all electronic devices. For details on this project, see http://eetd.LBL.gov/Controls.

III. PRINTER, FAX MACHINE, AND MAILING MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS

The following Printer, Fax Machine, and Mailing Machine Specifications shall be applicable until 31 March 2007.

A. Definitions

1. Printer: Imaging equipment, manufactured as a standard model, that serves as a hard-copy output device, and is capable of receiving information from single-user or networked computers. In addition, the unit must be capable of being powered from a wall outlet. This definition is intended to cover products that are advertised and sold as printers including printers that can be upgraded to a multifunction device (MFD). [16]

2. Fax Machine: Imaging equipment, manufactured as a standard model, that serves as a hard copy output device whose primary function is sending and receiving information. Plain paper fax machines are covered under this Specification (e.g., ink jet/bubble jet, laser/LED, and thermal transfer). The unit must be capable of being powered from a wall outlet. This definition is intended to cover products that are advertised and sold as fax machines.

3. Combination Printer/Fax Machine: Imaging equipment manufactured as a standard model that serves as both a fully-functional printer and fax machine, as defined above. This definition is intended to cover products that are marketed and sold as a combination printer/fax device.

4. Mailing Machine: Imaging equipment that serves to print postage onto mail pieces. The unit must be capable of being powered from a wall outlet. This definition is intended to cover products that are advertised and sold as mailing machines.

5. Print Speed: Pages per minute (ppm) measures the printing speed of a model. Print speed corresponds to the product’s print speed as advertised by Program Participant. For Line Printers (e.g., dot matrix/impact printers), print speed is based on the method established in ISO 10561.

For wide format printers designed to handle primarily A2 or 17"x32" paper or larger, the print speed is specified in terms of monochrome text output at the default resolution. The print speed measured as A2 or A0-sized prints per minute, shall be converted into A4-sized print speeds as follows: (a) One A2 print per minute is equivalent to four A4 prints per minute; (b) One A0 print per minute is equivalent to 16 A4 prints per minute.

For mailing machines, pages per minute (ppm) are considered equivalent to mail pieces per minute (ppm).

6. Accessory: A piece of additional equipment that is not necessary for the standard operation of the base unit, but may be added before or after shipping in order to enhance or change printer performance. Examples of accessories include finishers, sorters, additional paper supply devices, and duplex units. An accessory may be sold separately under its own model number, or sold with a base unit as part of a printer.

7. Active Mode: The condition (or mode) in which the product is producing hard copy output or receiving hard copy input. The power requirement in this mode is typically greater than the power requirement in standby mode.

8. Standby Mode: The condition that exists when the product is not producing hard copy output or receiving hard copy input and is consuming less power than when producing such output or receiving such input. The transition from Standby Mode to Active Mode should cause no noticeable delay in the production of hard copy output.

9. Sleep Mode: The condition that exists when the product is not producing hard copy output or receiving hard copy input and is consuming less power than when in standby mode. In the transition from Sleep Mode to Active Mode, there may be some delay in the production of hard copy output, however there shall be no delay in the acceptance of information from a network or other input sources. The product enters this mode within a specified time period after the last hard copy output was produced.

10. Default Time To Sleep Mode: The time period set by the Program Participant prior to shipping that determines when the product will enter the Sleep Mode. The default time shall be measured from the time that the last piece of hard copy output was produced.

11. Duplexing: The process of producing text, an image, or a combination of text and image on both sides of a single sheet of paper.

12. Standard Model: The term used to describe a product and its bundled features as marketed and sold by the Program Participant and as manufactured for its intended use.

13. Wake Event: As used in this agreement, a “wake event” is defined as a user, programmed, or external event or stimulus that causes the unit to transition from its standby or Sleep Mode to its active mode of operation. A "wake event" as defined in this Specification does not include network related polling queries or "pings" that commonly occur in network environments.

B. Product Qualification for ENERGY STAR

1. Technical Specifications

(a) Sleep Mode: ENERGY STAR Program Participant agrees that only those products that are capable of entering a Sleep Mode after a period of inactivity or maintain a level of power consumption at or below the levels of power specified in Tables 3 through 8 (below), may qualify as ENERGY STAR.

(b) Default Time: ENERGY STAR Program Participant agrees to set the product’s default time to activate the Sleep Mode within the time specified in Tables 3 through 8 (below) from the completion of the last job (e.g., from the time that the last piece of hard copy output was produced). Program Participant also shall ship products with the default time for the Sleep Mode set to the levels specified in Tables 3 through 8 (below).

(c) Network Functionality: ENERGY STAR Program Participant agrees to qualify products as they are intended to be used (Section III.A.12 above) by the end-user, particularly products intended to be connected to a network. ENERGY STAR Program Participant agrees that all products marketed, advertised, or sold as network-capable must meet the ENERGY STAR specifications (below) when configured as network-ready (i.e., with network functionality).

(i) If the product is shipped with the capability to be on a network, it shall have the ability to enter a Sleep Mode while on the network.

(ii) If the product has the capability to be on a network, it shall retain in Sleep Mode its ability to respond to wake events directed or targeted to the product while on a network.

(d) Duplexing: For all standard-size printers above 10 ppm in which a duplexing unit is installed, it is recommended that ENERGY STAR Program Participant educate its customers about using their printers with duplex set as the default printing mode. Education may consist of information about the appropriate printer driver and print menu setup in the product manuals, or by providing specific instructions about the printer driver when a duplexing unit is installed.

(e) Detailed Specifications: ENERGY STAR Program Participant agrees to qualify products according to the following specifications:

TABLE 3

Stand Alone Fax Machines (designed to accommodate primarily A4 or 8.5" x 11" sized paper)

Product Speed InPages Per Minute(ppm) | Sleep Mode (Watts) | Default Time To Sleep Mode |

0 < ppm ≤ 10 | ≤ 10 | ≤ 5 minutes |

10 < ppm | ≤ 15 | ≤ 5 minutes |

TABLE 4

Mailing Machines

Product Speed In MailPieces Per Minute(mppm) | Sleep Mode (Watts) | Default Time To Sleep Mode |

0 < mppm ≤ 50 mppm | ≤ 10 | ≤ 20 minutes |

50 < ppm ≤ 100 mppm | ≤ 30 | ≤ 30 minutes |

100 < mppm ≤ 150 mppm | ≤ 50 | ≤ 40 minutes |

150 < mppm | ≤ 85 | ≤ 60 minutes |

TABLE 5

Standard Size Printers and Printer/Fax Combinations*

(designed to accommodate primarily A3, A4, or 8.5" x 11" sized paper)

Product Speed InPages Per Minute(ppm) | Sleep Mode (Watts) [17] | Default Time To Sleep Mode |

0 < ppm ≤ 10 | ≤ 10 | ≤ 5 minutes |

10 < ppm ≤ 20 | ≤ 20 | ≤ 15 minutes |

20 < ppm ≤ 30 | ≤ 30 | ≤ 30 minutes |

30 < ppm ≤ 44 | ≤ 40 | ≤ 60 minutes |

44 < ppm | ≤ 75 | ≤ 60 minutes |

* Including monochrome electrophotography, monochrome thermal transfer, and monochrome and color ink jet.

TABLE 6

Impact Printers designed to accommodate primarily A3 paper

Sleep Mode (Watts) | Default Time To Sleep Mode |

≤ 28 | ≤ 30 minutes |

TABLE 7

Large/Wide-Format Printers

(designed to accommodate primarily A2 or 17" x 22", or larger paper)

Product Speed InPages Per Minute(ppm) | Sleep Mode (Watts) | Default Time To Sleep Mode |

0 < ppm ≤ 10 | ≤ 35 | ≤ 30 minutes |

10 < ppm ≤ 40 | ≤ 65 | ≤ 30 minutes |

40 < ppm | ≤ 100 | ≤ 90 minutes |

TABLE 8

Color Printers*

(designed to accommodate primarily A3, A4, or 8.5" x 11" sized paper)

Product Speed In ColorPages Per Minute(ppm) | Sleep Mode (Watts) | Default Time To Sleep Mode |

0 < ppm ≤ 10 | ≤ 35 | ≤ 30 minutes |

10 < ppm ≤ 20 | ≤ 45 | ≤ 60 minutes |

20 < ppm | ≤ 70 | ≤ 60 minutes |

* Including color electrophotography and color thermal transfer.

2. Exceptions and Clarifications

After shipping, the ENERGY STAR Program Participant or its designated service representative shall not alter the models covered by this Specification in any way that will affect the products’ ability to meet the specifications outlined above. Two exceptions follow:

(a) Default Times: After shipping, the ENERGY STAR Program Participant, designated service representative, or customer may change the default times for the Sleep Mode, up to a factory-set maximum of 240 minutes. If a manufacturer chooses to design products with more than one power management mode, then the combined total of the default times shall not exceed 240 minutes.

(b) Disabling the Sleep Mode: In an individual case where the Sleep Mode is causing a customer sizeable inconvenience due to his/her particular usage patterns, the Program Participant, designated service representative, or customer may disable this Sleep Mode feature. If the Program Participant chooses to design its product models to allow the customer to disable the Sleep Mode feature, then the disable option shall be accessed in a manner different from the time settings. E.g., if a software menu provides Sleep Mode delay times of 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, and 240 minutes, then "disable" or "off" shall not be a choice in this menu. It shall be a hidden (or less obvious) choice or included in a different menu.

C. Test Guidelines

1. Test Conditions: Outlined below are the ambient test conditions which should be established when performing the power measurement. These are necessary in order to ensure that outside factors do not affect the test results, and that test results can be reproduced later.

Line Impedance: < 0.25 ohm

Total Harmonic Distortion: < 5%

(Voltage)

Ambient Temperature: 25 deg. C +/- 3 deg. C

Input AC Voltage: 115 VAC RMS +/- 5 V RMS

Input AC Frequency: 60 Hz +/- 3 Hz

2. Testing Equipment: The provisions of Section I.C.2 apply.

3. Test Method: The provisions of Section I.C.3 apply.

IV. COPIER SPECIFICATIONS

The following Copier Specifications shall be applicable until 31 March 2007.

A. Definitions

1. Copier: A commercial reprographic imaging unit whose sole function is the production of duplicates from a graphic hard copy original. A copier must include a marking system, an imaging system, and a paper handling module. All black and white plain paper copier technologies are covered under this Specification, though the intent is to focus on widely-used standard copier equipment such as light lens copiers. The Specifications outlined below apply to standard-sized copiers designed to handle A4 or 8.5" x 11" paper and large format copiers designed to handle A2 or 17" x 22" paper or larger.

2. Copier Speed: Copies per minute (cpm) measures the reproduction speed of the copier. One copy is defined as one 8.5" x 11" or A4-sized page. Double-sided copies are considered as two images and therefore two copies even though they are copied onto one piece of paper. For all copier models sold in the U.S. market, measurement of copier speed shall be based on 8.5" x 11" letter-sized paper. For copiers sold in markets other than the U.S., copier speed shall be based on either 8.5" x 11" or A4-sized paper, depending on which is standard in a particular market.

For large format copiers designed to handle primarily A2 or 17" x 22" paper or larger, the copier speed measured as A2- or A0-sized copies per minute shall be converted to A4-sized copier speeds as follows: (a) One A2 copy per minute is equivalent to four A4 copies per minute, and (b) One A0 copy per minute is equivalent to 16 A4 copies per minute.

Copiers qualified as ENERGY STAR shall be divided into five categories: low speed standard-sized copiers, medium speed standard-sized copiers, high speed standard-sized copiers, low speed large format copiers, and medium and high speed large format copiers.

(a) Low Speed Standard-Sized Copiers: Copiers with an engine speed for producing multiple images of 20 copies per minute or less.

(b) Medium Speed Standard-Sized Copiers: Copiers with an engine speed for producing multiple images of greater than 20 and less than or equal to 44 copies per minute.

(c) High Speed Standard-Sized Copiers: Copiers with an engine speed for producing multiple images of greater than 44 copies per minute.

(d) Low Speed Large Format Copiers: Copiers with an engine speed for producing multiple images of 40 copies per minute or less (expressed as A4-sized copies per minute).

(e) Medium and High Speed Large Format Copiers: Copiers with an engine speed for producing multiple images of greater than 40 copies per minute (expressed as A4-sized copies per minute).

3. Base Unit: For a given engine speed, the base unit is defined as the most basic version of a copier that is actually sold as a fully operational model. The base unit is typically designed and shipped in a single piece, and does not include any external power-consuming accessories that may be sold separately.

4. Accessory: A piece of additional equipment that is not necessary for the standard operation of the base unit, but that may be added before or after shipping in order to enhance or change copier performance. An accessory may be sold separately under its own model number, or sold with a base unit as part of a copier package or configuration. Examples of accessories include: sorters, large capacity paper feeders, etc. It is assumed that the addition of an accessory, irrespective of its own power consumption, will not substantially increase (more than 10 percent) the off mode power consumption of the base unit. Any accessories shall not impede the normal operation of the auto-off and low-power features.

5. Copier Model: For purposes of this Specification, a copier model is defined as a base unit and one or more specific accessories that are advertised and sold to consumers under a single model number. When advertised and sold to consumers without any additional accessories, a base unit is also considered a copier model.

6. Low-Power Mode: For purposes of this Specification, the low-power mode is the lowest power state the copier can automatically enter within some period of copier inactivity, without actually turning off. The copier enters this mode within a specified period of time after the last copy was made. For purposes of determining the power consumption in this low-power mode, the company may choose to measure the lowest of either the energy-saver mode or the standby mode.

7. Energy-Saver Mode: The condition that exists when the machine is not making copies, has previously reached operating conditions but is consuming less power than when the machine is in stand-by mode. When the copier is in this mode, there may be some delay before the copier will be capable of making the next copy.

8. Standby Mode: The condition that exists when the machine is not making copies, has reached operating conditions and is ready to make a copy, but has not yet entered into energy-saver mode. When the copier is in this mode, there will be virtually no delay before the copier is capable of making the next copy.

9. Off Mode: For purposes of this Specification, the off mode is defined as the condition that exists when the copier is connected to an appropriate electrical source, and has been recently shut off via the auto-off feature. [18]When measuring power in this mode, control equipment for remote servicing may be excluded.

10. Auto-off Feature: For purposes of this Specification, the auto-off feature is defined as the ability for the copier to automatically shut itself off within a specified period of time after the last copy was made. The copier shall automatically enter its off mode after execution of this feature.

11. Plug-in Mode: The condition that exists when the machine is connected to an appropriate electrical source and is not turned on. To turn the copier on, the user typically needs to manually restart the copier via the on/off switch.

12. Default Times: The time period set by the Program Participant prior to shipping that determines when the copier will enter its various modes, i.e., the low-power mode, the off mode, etc. Both the off mode default times and the low-power mode default times shall be measured from the time the last copy was made.

13. Recovery Time: The amount of time needed to bring the copier from a low-power mode to the standby mode.

14. Automatic Duplex Mode: The mode in which the copier automatically places images on both sides of a copy sheet, by automatically sending both the copy sheet and the graphic original through the copier model. Examples of this are one-sided to two-sided copying, or two-sided to two-sided copying. For purposes of this Specification, a copier model is considered to have an automatic duplex mode only if the copier model includes all accessories needed to satisfy the above conditions, i.e., an automatic document feeder and accessories for automatic duplexing capabilities.

15. Weekly Timer: An internal device that turns a copier on and off at predetermined times each business day. When programming a timer, the customer shall be able to distinguish between business days and weekends/holidays (i.e., a timer shall not turn on a copier on Saturday and Sunday mornings if employees are not normally in the office on weekends). The customer shall also have the ability to disable the timer. Weekly timers are optional features, and therefore are not required on Energy Star compliant copiers. If included in copier models, weekly timers shall not conflict with the functioning of the low-power and auto-off features.

B. Product Qualification for ENERGY STAR

1. Technical Specifications

To qualify for ENERGY STAR, a copier shall meet the Specifications outlined below:

TABLE 9

Criteria for ENERGY STAR Qualified Copiers

Copier Speed (copies per minute) | Low-Power Mode(Watts) | Low-Power Default Time | Recovery Time 30 seconds | Off Mode(Watts) | Off Mode Default Time | Automatic Duplex Mode |

0 < cpm < 20 | None | NA | NA | < 5 | < 30 min | No |

20 < cpm < 44 | 3.85 x cpm + 5 | 15 min. | Yes | < 15 | < 60 min | Optional |

44 < cpm | 3.85 x cpm + 5 | 15 min. | Recommended | < 20 | < 90 min | Optional |

LARGE FORMAT COPIERS |

0 < cpm < 40 | NA | NA | NA | < 10 | < 30 min. | No |

40 < cpm | 3.85 x cpm + 5 | 15 min. | Recommended | < 20 | < 90 min. | No |

Program Participant shall set the default times for the auto-off feature to the levels specified in the Table above. The default times for the off mode and the low-power mode shall be measured from the time the last copy was made.

For all copier speeds where it is optional that the duplex mode be set as the default, if a model is shipped with automatic duplexing capabilities, then it is recommended that duplexing be set as the default mode. Program Participant may provide users with the ability to override this default duplex mode for single-sided copies.

2. Exceptions and Clarifications

After shipping, Program Participant or its designated service representative shall not alter the copier model in any way that will affect the copier's ability to meet the specifications outlined above. Certain exceptions are allowed in changing the default times, the off mode specifications, and the duplex mode. These exceptions are as follows:

(a) Default Times: After shipping, the Program Participant, designated service representative, or customer may change the default times for either the low-power mode and/or off mode, but only up to a Program Participant set maximum of 240 minutes (i.e., the combined total for off mode and low-power mode default times shall not exceed 240 minutes).

(b) Off Mode Power Consumption: In some cases, Program Participant may need to ship a copier model with the anti-humidity device disconnected in order to meet off mode power requirements. If this situation leads to sizable inconvenience for a specific customer, Program Participant (or the designated service representative) may connect the anti-humidity device. If Program Participant determines that in a certain geographical area there are chronic reliability problems associated with high humidity levels, Program Participant may contact the EPA program manager and discuss alternative solutions. Program Participants in the European Community Member States Territory may contact the European Commission. For example, EPA or the European Commission may allow Program Participant to connect the anti-humidity devices in copier models that are shipped to a very humid geographical area.

(c) Disabling the Auto-Off Feature: In an individual case where the auto-off feature is causing a customer sizable inconvenience due to his/her particular usage patterns, the Program Participant, designated service representative, or customer may disable this auto-off feature. If Program Participant chooses to design its copier models to allow the customer to disable the auto-off feature, then the disable option shall be