standby mode

Defined in 1 dictionary — U.S. Code

United States Code

42 U.S.C. § 6291 — for purposes of this part

The term “standby mode” means the lowest power consumption mode, as established on an individual product basis by the Secretary, that—

(A) cannot be switched off or influenced by the user; and

(B) may persist for an indefinite time when an appliance is—

(i) connected to the main electricity supply; and

(ii) used in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer.

42 U.S.C. § 6295 — under this section (13 versions over time)

The term "standby mode" means the condition in which an energy-using product—

(I) is connected to a main power source; and

(II) offers 1 or more of the following user-oriented or protective functions: