BS EN 62087:2009 Methods of measurement for the power consumption of audio, video and related equipment
BS EN 62087 specifies methods of measurement for the power consumption of television sets, video recording equipment, Set Top Boxes (STBs), audio equipment and multi-function equipment for consumer use. Television sets include, but are not limited to, those with CRT, LCD, PDP or projection technologies.
Moreover the different modes of operation which are relevant for measuring power consumption are defined.
The methods of measurement are only applicable for equipment which can be connected to the mains.
The measuring conditions in this standard represent the normal use of the equipment and may differ from specific conditions, for example as specified in safety standards.
Contents of BS EN 62087:
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations
4 Specification of operating modes
5 General method of measurement
6 Measuring conditions for television sets, excluding On (average) mode
7 Measuring conditions for video recording equipment
8 STB
Audio equipment
10 Multi-function equipment
11 Measuring conditions for television sets in On (average) mode
