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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
10 CFR Parts 429 and 430
[EERE–2016–BT–TP–0023]
RIN 1904–AD70
Energy Conservation Program: Test
Procedure for Television Sets
Office of Energy Efficiency and
Renewable Energy, Department of
Energy.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
and request for comment.
AGENCY:
The U.S. Department of
Energy (‘‘DOE’’) proposes to amend the
test procedures for television sets to
incorporate by reference the relevant
updated industry standard. DOE has
tentatively determined that the
proposed updates would result in a test
procedure that is more representative of
the average energy use of television sets.
DOE is seeking comment from
interested parties on the proposal.
DATES: DOE will accept comments, data,
and information regarding this proposal
no later than May 2, 2022. See section
[V], ‘‘Public Participation,’’ for details.
DOE will hold a webinar on
Wednesday, April 6, 2022, from 1:00
p.m. to 4:00 p.m. See section V, ‘‘Public
Participation,’’ for webinar registration
information, participant instructions,
and information about the capabilities
available to webinar participants. If no
participants register for the webinar, it
will be cancelled.
ADDRESSES: Interested persons are
encouraged to submit comments using
the Federal eRulemaking Portal at
www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
Alternatively, interested persons may
submit comments, identified by docket
number EERE–2016–BT–TP–0023, by
any of the following methods:
1. Federal eRulemaking Portal:
www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
2. Email: to televisions2016tp0023@
ee.doe.gov. Include docket number
EERE–2016–BT–TP–0023 in the subject
line of the message.
No telefacsimiles (‘‘faxes’’) will be
accepted. For detailed instructions on
submitting comments and additional
information on this process, see section
V of this document.
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public comment submissions through a
variety of mechanisms, including postal
mail and hand delivery/courier, the
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make temporary modifications to the
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Mr. Jeremy Dommu, U.S. Department
of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency
and Renewable Energy, Building
Technologies Office, EE–2J, 1000
Independence Avenue SW, Washington,
DC 20585–0121. Telephone: (202) 506–
9870. Email:
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ee.doe.gov.
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Energy, Office of the General Counsel,
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Washington, DC 20585–0121.
Telephone: (202) 287–6122. Email:
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: DOE
proposes to incorporate by reference the
following industry standard into part
430: ANSI/CTA–2037–C, Determination
of Television Set Power Consumption,
CTA approved October 2021.
Copies of ANSI/CTA–2037–C can be
obtained from: Consumer Technology
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Arlington, VA 22202, 703–907–7600, or
by going to www.cta.tech.
For a further discussion of this
standard, see section IV.M of this
document.
Table of Contents
I. Authority and Background
A. Authority
B. Background
II. Synopsis of the Notice of Proposed
Rulemaking
III. Discussion
A. Scope of Applicability
B. Updates to Industry Standards
C. Definitions
D. Test Equipment
1. Power Supply
2. Power Meter
3. Luminance Meter
4. Illuminance Meter
5. Video Input Device
6. Light Source for ABC Testing
E. Test Room Setup
1. Room Ambient Conditions
2. Room Illuminance Level
3. UUT Installation and Placement
F. Test Configuration
1. Configuration of Special Functions
2. Media Player Setup and Connection
3. Test Clips
4. Preset Picture Settings for On Mode
Tests
5. Sound Level
6. Network Configuration
G. Test Conduct
1. On Mode Test
2. Luminance Test
3. Standby Mode Test
4. Off Mode Test
H. Calculation of Annual Energy
Consumption
I. Test Procedure Costs and Harmonization
1. Test Procedure Costs and Impact
2. Harmonization with Industry Standards
J. Compliance Date
IV. Procedural Issues and Regulatory Review
A. Review Under Executive Order 12866
B. Review Under the Regulatory Flexibility
Act
C. Review Under the Paperwork Reduction
Act of 1995
D. Review Under the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969
E. Review Under Executive Order 13132
F. Review Under Executive Order 12988
G. Review Under the Unfunded Mandates
Reform Act of 1995
H. Review Under the Treasury and General
Government Appropriations Act, 1999
I. Review Under Executive Order 12630
J. Review Under Treasury and General
Government Appropriations Act, 2001
K. Review Under Executive Order 13211
L. Review Under Section 32 of the Federal
Energy Administration Act of 1974
M. Description of Materials Incorporated
by Reference
V. Public Participation
A. Participation in the Webinar
B. Submission of Comments
C. Issues on Which DOE Seeks Comment
VI. Approval of the Office of the Secretary
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I. Authority and Background
Television sets (‘‘TVs’’) are included
in the list of ‘‘covered products’’ for
which DOE is authorized to establish
and amend test procedures. (42 U.S.C.
6292(a)(12)) DOE’s current test
procedure for TVs is codified at title 10
of the Code of Federal Regulations
(‘‘CFR’’) part 430, subpart B, appendix
H, ‘‘Uniform Test Method for Measuring
the Power Consumption of Television
Sets’’ (‘‘appendix H’’). DOE has not
established energy conservation
standards for TVs. The following
sections discuss DOE’s authority to
establish test procedures for TVs and
relevant background information
regarding DOE’s consideration of test
procedures for this product.
A. Authority
The Energy Policy and Conservation
Act, as amended (‘‘EPCA’’),1 authorizes
DOE to regulate the energy efficiency of
a number of consumer products and
certain industrial equipment. (42 U.S.C.
6291–6317) Title III, Part B 2 of EPCA
established the Energy Conservation
Program for Consumer Products Other
Than Automobiles, which sets forth a
variety of provisions designed to
improve energy efficiency. These
products include TVs, the subject of this
document. (42 U.S.C. 6292(a)(12))
The energy conservation program
under EPCA consists essentially of four
parts: (1) Testing, (2) labeling, (3)
Federal energy conservation standards,
and (4) certification and enforcement
procedures. Relevant provisions of
EPCA specifically include definitions
(42 U.S.C. 6291), test procedures (42
U.S.C. 6293), labeling provisions (42
U.S.C. 6294), energy conservation
standards (42 U.S.C. 6295), and the
authority to require information and
reports from manufacturers (42 U.S.C.
6296).
The Federal testing requirements
consist of test procedures that
manufacturers of covered products must
use as the basis for: (1) Certifying to
DOE that their products comply with
the applicable energy conservation
standards adopted pursuant to EPCA (42
U.S.C. 6295(s)), and (2) making
representations about the efficiency of
those consumer products (42 U.S.C.
6293(c)). Similarly, DOE must use these
test procedures to determine whether
the products comply with relevant
standards promulgated under EPCA. (42
U.S.C. 6295(s))
1 All
references to EPCA in this document refer
to the statute as amended through the Energy Act
of 2020, Public Law 116–260 (Dec. 27, 2020).
2 For editorial reasons, upon codification in the
U.S. Code, Part B was redesignated Part A.
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Federal energy efficiency
requirements for covered products
established under EPCA generally
supersede State laws and regulations
concerning energy conservation testing,
labeling, and standards. (42 U.S.C. 6297)
DOE may, however, grant waivers of
Federal preemption for particular State
laws or regulations, in accordance with
the procedures and other provisions of
EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6297(d))
Under 42 U.S.C. 6293, EPCA sets forth
the criteria and procedures DOE must
follow when prescribing or amending
test procedures for covered products.
EPCA requires that any test procedures
prescribed or amended under this
section be reasonably designed to
produce test results which measure
energy efficiency, energy use or
estimated annual operating cost of a
covered product during a representative
average use cycle or period of use and
not be unduly burdensome to conduct.
(42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(3))
In addition, EPCA requires that DOE
amend its test procedures for all covered
products to integrate measures of
standby mode and off mode energy
consumption. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A))
Standby mode and off mode energy
consumption must be incorporated into
the overall energy efficiency, energy
consumption, or other energy descriptor
for each covered product unless the
current test procedures already account
for and incorporate standby and off
mode energy consumption or such
integration is technically infeasible. If
an integrated test procedure is
technically infeasible, DOE must
prescribe a separate standby mode and
off mode energy use test procedure for
the covered product, if technically
feasible. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A)(ii))
Any such amendment must consider the
most current versions of the
International Electrotechnical
Commission (‘‘IEC’’) Standard 62301 3
and IEC Standard 62087 4 as applicable.
(42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A))
EPCA also requires that, at least once
every 7 years, DOE evaluate test
procedures for each type of covered
product, including TVs, to determine
whether amended test procedures
would more accurately or fully comply
with the requirements for the test
procedures to not be unduly
burdensome to conduct and be
reasonably designed to produce test
results that reflect energy efficiency,
energy use, and estimated operating
3 IEC 62301, Household electrical appliances—
Measurement of standby power (Edition 2.0, 2011–
01).
4 IEC 62087, Methods of measurement for the
power consumption of audio, video, and related
equipment (Edition 3.0, 2011–04).
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costs during a representative average
use cycle or period of use. (42 U.S.C.
6293(b)(1)(A))
If the Secretary determines, on her
own behalf or in response to a petition
by any interested person, that a test
procedure should be prescribed or
amended, the Secretary shall promptly
publish in the Federal Register
proposed test procedures and afford
interested persons an opportunity to
present oral and written data, views,
and arguments with respect to such
procedures. The comment period on a
proposed rule to amend a test procedure
shall be at least 60 days and may not
exceed 270 days. In prescribing or
amending a test procedure, the
Secretary shall take into account such
information as the Secretary determines
relevant to such procedure, including
technological developments relating to
energy use or energy efficiency of the
type (or class) of covered products
involved. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(2)) If DOE
determines that test procedure revisions
are not appropriate, DOE must publish
its determination not to amend the test
procedures. DOE is publishing this
notice of proposed rulemaking
(‘‘NOPR’’) in satisfaction of the 7-year
review requirement specified in EPCA.
(42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(1)(A))
B. Background
DOE most recently amended its TV
test procedures in a final rule published
on October 25, 2013 (‘‘October 2013
final rule’’). 78 FR 63823. The current
DOE test procedure includes methods
for measuring TV power consumption
in active mode (i.e., on mode), standby
mode, and off mode; TV screen
luminance; and the annual energy
consumption (‘‘AEC’’) of TVs. As part of
the on mode testing, DOE adopted the
use of IEC Standard 62087, Edition 3.0,
2011–04 ‘‘Methods of measurement for
the power consumption of audio, video,
and related equipment’’ (‘‘IEC
62087:2011’’). IEC 62087:2011 includes
a video test clip on a DVD and Blu-ray
DiscTM to be used when conducting on
mode testing (‘‘IEC test clip’’), as well a
static, black-and-white 3-bar image for
measuring screen luminance.
Subsequently, on June 24, 2016, DOE
published in the Federal Register a
request for information (‘‘June 2016
RFI’’) seeking comments on the existing
TV test procedure. 81 FR 41262. In the
June 2016 RFI, DOE noted that it found
certain TVs consistently demonstrated
decreased power use when displaying
the IEC test clip as compared to other
test clips. Id. at 81 FR 41277. DOE noted
that this reduction in power
consumption was primarily seen in TVs
that had motion-based dynamic
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turned on during testing, which would
reduce the power consumption when
playing the IEC test clip because the IEC
test clip is composed of short segments
of high motion stitched together. Id. In
the June 2016 RFI, DOE requested
comments, information, and data on this
topic, as well as: The use of the IEC test
clip or other test clips; whether the
current luminance test, which uses a
static 3-bar image to measure screen
luminance, was representative of an
average use cycle or period of use, or
alternative luminance tests that should
be considered; and the default settings
of a TV and changes to the default
settings and special functions by
consumers.
DOE received comments in response
to the June 2016 RFI from the interested
parties listed in Table I.1.
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TABLE I.1—WRITTEN COMMENTS RECEIVED IN RESPONSE TO JUNE 2016 RFI
Organization(s)
Reference in this
NOPR
Appliance Standards Awareness Project and the Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southern California Gas Company, Southern California Edison, and San Diego Gas and Electric Company; collectively, the California
Investor-Owned Utilities.
Consumer Technology Association ..................................................................................
LG Electronics USA, Inc. 6 ................................................................................................
Natural Resources Defense Council .................................................................................
Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance ...............................................................................
Samsung Electronics ........................................................................................................
ASAP and NEEP .....
Efficiency Organizations.
CA IOUs ...................
Utilities.
CTA ..........................
LG ............................
NRDC .......................
NEEA .......................
Samsung ..................
Trade Association.
Manufacturer.
Efficiency Organization.
Efficiency Organization.
Manufacturer.
Commenter type
The received comments in response to
the June 2016 RFI are addressed
throughout this document and a
parenthetical reference at the end of a
comment quotation or paraphrase
provides the location of the item in the
public record.7
Following the publication of the RFI,
on January 19, 2017, DOE posted a prepublication advance notice of proposed
rulemaking (‘‘January 2017 prepublication ANOPR’’),8 which described
potential amendments to the TV test
procedure that would address the issues
discussed in the RFI as well as a number
of other issues, including the
configuration of special functions
during testing, performing system
updates prior to testing, and
incorporating updated industry test
procedures.9 (January 2017 prepublication ANOPR at pp. 6–10) The
January 2017 pre-publication ANOPR
was intended to assist DOE in
determining whether amendments are
needed to ensure that the TV test
procedure produces results that are
representative of an average use cycle or
period of use. (Id. at p. 5) The January
2017 pre-publication ANOPR was also
intended to facilitate discussion, solicit
feedback, and provide input to industry
consensus standards setting bodies
regarding modifications that DOE was
considering so that these other
organizations can be apprised of DOE’s
considerations as they undertook their
own revisions. (Id. at p. 6)
While specific comments received in
response to the June 2016 RFI are
discussed in relevant sections of this
document, DOE received certain
comments regarding the overall test
procedure at appendix H. NRDC and
ASAP and NEEP recommended that the
test method be updated to be more
representative of current typical viewing
conditions to provide a more accurate
estimate of TV energy consumption
during actual usage. (NRDC, No. 2 at p.
1; ASAP and NEEP, No. 6 at p. 1) CA
IOUs expressed concerns regarding
whether the current test procedure is
representative of actual consumer TV
viewing conditions. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at
pp. 1–2)
CTA recommended that DOE
terminate its test procedure rulemaking
process while IEC and CTA update their
respective TV test procedures. (CTA,
No. 7 at pp. 4–5, 7) CTA stated that
DOE’s only appropriate role with
respect to the TV test procedure is to
adopt and incorporate by reference a
full-vetted industry-led standard. (Id.)
CTA asserted that a DOE-specific test
procedure would always lag behind
technology innovation and would
introduce unnecessary burden for TV
manufacturers. (Id.) CTA stated that the
issues discussed in the RFI did not
necessitate the completion of a new TV
test procedure rulemaking before the
IEC standard was updated. (Id.) CTA
commented that, while a test procedure
for TVs should be maintained to keep
pace with technology improvements
and changes, there were ongoing efforts
to update the industry test standards for
TV power measurement. (CTA, No. 7 at
pp. 2–3) CTA further commented that
the IEC standard has been efficiently
produced, is being kept up-to-date as
technology evolves, and asserted that
the industry standard is therefore
consistent with DOE regulatory
activities and practical considerations.
(CTA, No. 7 at p. 4) Samsung similarly
commented that all of the issues
discussed in the RFI, as well as
additional issues not discussed in the
RFI, are within the scope of an IEC
development process that had already
been initiated at the time. (Samsung,
No. 5 at pp. 1–2) CTA and Samsung
both recommended that DOE participate
in the ongoing IEC standards
development when considering
revisions to appendix H. CTA stated
that this approach is required in order
to comply with the Office of
Management and Budget (‘‘OMB’’)
Circular A–119. (CTA, No. 7 at pp. 3–
5; Samsung, No. 5 at pp. 1–2)
Subsequently, in October 2021, CTA
published an update to its TVs power
measurement standard, ‘‘Determination
of Television Set Power Consumption,’’
5 ANSI/CTA–2037–C defines motion-based
dynamic dimming as a television feature that
adjusts luminance in response to amount of motion
in the displayed image. In practice, MDD dims a
TV’s backlight when rapid motion or frequent scene
changes are displayed on screen.
6 LG Electronics USA, Inc. submitted a second
comment after the close of the comment period.
7 The parenthetical reference provides a reference
for information located in the docket of DOE’s
rulemaking for TVs. (Docket NO. EERE–2016–BT–
TP–0023, which is maintained at
www.regulations.gov). The references are arranged
as follows: (commenter name, comment docket ID
number, page of that document).
8 The January 2017 pre-publication ANOPR is
available at: www.energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2017/
01/f34/tv_tp_anopr_2017-1-19_4.pdf.
9 The January 2017 pre-publication ANOPR was
not subsequently published in the Federal Register
due to the Regulatory Freeze Pending Review
published on January 24, 2017. 82 FR 8346.
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American National Standards Institute
(‘‘ANSI’’)/CTA–2037–C (‘‘ANSI/CTA–
2037–C’’), which DOE has tentatively
determined addresses many of the
concerns DOE raised in the June 2016
RFI as well as many of the comments
submitted by NRDC, ASAP and NEEP,
CA IOUs, CTA, and Samsung.
DOE has initially determined that
ANSI/CTA–2037–C is consistent with
the existing metrics and approach
incorporated in the TV test procedure at
appendix H, while also incorporating
provisions that address current industry
trends and improve the accuracy and
repeatability of the test procedure.
ANSI/CTA–2037–C also adopts several
changes that were suggested in public
comments submitted by interested
parties in response to DOE’s June 2016
RFI. DOE participated in the CTA
standards development process,
including providing input and
participating in round robin testing to
evaluate the CTA standard while under
development, and is currently also
participating in the IEC standards
development process. A test report
detailing the results of the round robin
testing is available at the ENERGY
STAR website (‘‘round robin test
report’’).10
II. Synopsis of the Notice of Proposed
Rulemaking
In this NOPR, DOE proposes to
incorporate by reference into 10 CFR
430.3 the updated industry standard,
ANSI/CTA–2037–C, and adopt through
reference in appendix H certain
provisions of the industry standard that
would:
(1) Establish definitions and symbols
associated with the updates to the
industry standard including those
applicable to the new test equipment,
TV settings, and video content (e.g.,
high dynamic range (‘‘HDR’’), dynamic
luminance, MDD);
(2) Update the specifications required
for the power supply, power meter, and
illuminance meter, including additional
requirements to reduce the voltage and
frequency fluctuations in the power
supply specifically for on mode testing
and requiring the calibration of the
illuminance meter to a light-emitting
diode (‘‘LED’’) illuminant;
(3) Specify the use of a camera
photometer for the measurement of
dynamic luminance during all on mode
testing instead of the usage of a
luminance meter only capable of
instantaneous luminance
measurements;
(4) Update the method for test video
storage to a universal serial bus (‘‘USB’’)
device rather than a Blu-ray Disc played
through a media player that does not
conduct any video processing;
(5) Specify the automatic brightness
control (‘‘ABC’’) light source to be an
LED lamp rather than an incandescent
lamp. Additionally, specify that the
ABC light source be positioned at an
angle of 45 degrees (‘‘°’’) from the ABC
sensor. The illuminance meter is also
required to be angled at 45° pointed
directly at the ABC light source;
(6) Specify detailed unit under test
(‘‘UUT’’) installation and placement
requirements, including the setup of test
equipment relative to the UUT and
options for placing the TV on the wall
or floor, rather than a TV stand or table;
(7) Specify the TV to be updated to
the latest firmware version and include
configuration requirements for special
functions such as MDD and quick start;
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(8) Introduce on mode testing for TVs
with HDR-enabled, and 4K resolution
testing;
(9) Require all on mode and standby
mode testing to be conducted with the
TV connected to a wide area network
(‘‘WAN’’) and additionally connected to
three types of devices, over local area
network (‘‘LAN’’), capable for waking
the TV: A ‘‘smart’’ speaker, mobile
device, and device sending multicast
discovery packets every 1 second;
(10) Include new test clips for high
dynamic range-10 (‘‘HDR10’’) format;
(11) Require on mode testing in three
different preset picture settings:
Standard dynamic range (‘‘SDR’’)
default, SDR brightest, and HDR10
default, rather than a single test in the
default preset picture setting;
(12) Update the ambient light
requirements for ABC-enabled testing to
140 lux, 50 lux, 17 lux, and 4 lux, each
with a ± 5-percent tolerance;
(13) Specify a single standby mode
test during which the TV is connected
to WAN and additionally connected to
the three types of network devices
connected via LAN. The standby test
period depends on the stability of the
average power consumption of the TV
during the last third of the measurement
period.
Additionally, DOE proposes to amend
the calculation of the AEC metric to
incorporate the average on mode power
in the SDR default, SDR brightest, and
HDR10 default preset picture settings
and remove the off mode power
consumption.
DOE’s proposed actions are
summarized in Table II.1 compared to
the current test procedure as well as the
reason for the proposed change.
TABLE II.1—SUMMARY OF CHANGES IN PROPOSED TEST PROCEDURE RELATIVE TO CURRENT TEST PROCEDURE
Current DOE test procedure
Proposed test procedure
Defines terms applicable to the test procedure
Requires the ABC light source to be an incandescent
bulb for ABC testing
Requires the light source to be directed at the center
of the ABC sensor from 1.5 meters (‘‘m’’) away
aligned directly with the center of the sensor
References certain definitions from ANSI/CTA–2037–
C
Updates reference to ANSI/CTA–2037–C, with the
exception that only the UUT be powered using the
AC power supply
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which specifies the
use of a camera photometer
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which requires the illuminance meter to be calibrated to an LED illuminant
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which utilizes a
media player and USB storage device to play the
specified media
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which uses an LED
light source for ABC testing
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which directs the
ABC light source at the ABC sensor at an angle of
45°
10 Televisions Test Report, April 12, 2021.
Available at: www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/
ENERGY%20STAR%20TVs%20
Test%20Report%20-%20April%202021.pdf.
Requires power supply and power meter to meet
specifications incorporated from IEC 62087:2011
Requires a luminance meter for luminance testing of
TVs
Requires illuminance meter to be accurate for ambient light measurements
Requires the playback of specified media from a
Blue-Ray player via a Blu-ray Disc
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Continued
Current DOE test procedure
Proposed test procedure
Requires the TV to be placed at least 0.5 m away
from any wall surface and setup according to manufacturer’s instructions
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which specifies that
the TV must be placed on a table, floor, or wall
with a black cloth and reflective card be placed underneath the ABC sensor
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which requires the illuminance meter to be positioned at the ABC sensor on a stand that allows it to point directly at the
45° light source
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which disables
MDD, and conditionally enables ‘‘quick start.’’
When a forced menu is displayed, the most power
consumptive option is selected, with some exceptions
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which conducts testing in SDR default, SDR brightest, and HDR10 default preset picture settings
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which requires the
UUT use the latest firmware update and conduct a
factory reset
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which requires the
UUT be connected to a WAN and additionally be
connected with a smart speaker, mobile device,
and a network traffic generator over LAN. These
network conditions are required for all on mode
and standby mode testing
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which requires the
TV to be stabilized by playing 5-minutes of the IEC
test clip and comparing the average power between two successive runs
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which retains the
IEC test clip (in SD and HD resolution) but specifies that it must be played via a USB flash drive.
Additionally, specifies a new 5-minute HDR10 test
clip (in HD and UHD resolution)
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which conducts ABC
testing for preset picture settings with ABC enabled
by default at ambient light levels of 140, 50, 17,
and 4 lux
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which measures
power consumption as well as dynamic luminance
of the TV during the same test
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which determines
the SDR brightest preset picture setting by playing
the 5-minute IEC test clip in each preset picture
setting (with ABC disabled) and determining the
brightest based on the dynamic luminance during
the 5-minute test period
References ANSI/CTA–2037–C, which conducts a
single standby mode test during which the UUT is
connected to WAN and additionally connected to
three network devices on LAN and the average
power consumption is measured for a variable duration, depending on the stability of the power consumption, over a period of 60 to 240 minutes. Additionally, eliminates the off mode test
Requires the AEC to be calculated using the on
mode power as the average power of SDR default,
SDR brightest, and HDR10 default preset picture
settings, as well as the standby mode power consumption
Requires the ambient light to be measured by the illuminance meter at the ABC sensor pointing in the
direction of the light source
Requires TVs to be tested in the default state for all
special functions, unless a forced menu is displayed requiring the configuration of special functions, in which case the most power consumption
option is selected
Does not conduct any testing for HDR preset picture
settings
Does not require TVs to update their system firmware
prior to testing
Requires the TV to be connected to a LAN with no
other devices other than the TV
Requires the stabilization of the TV by directing the
light source with at least 300 lx into the ABC sensor
Specifies the use of the IEC test clip (in the highest
resolution (SD or HD) supported by the TV) played
via a Blu-ray Disc as specified in IEC 62087:2011
Requires the on mode test to be conducted at ambient light levels of 100, 35, 12, and 3 lux if the TV
has ABC enabled by default
Measures power consumption and luminance separately
Requires a luminance test to determine the brightest
preset picture setting using the luminance meter
and the IEC three-bar image
Specifies standby-passive mode, standby-active
mode, low mode, and off mode tests
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power, standby-active low power, standby-passive
power, and off mode power
DOE has tentatively determined that
the proposed amendments described in
section III of this NOPR would alter the
measured efficiency of TVs and would
require retesting of TV basic models.
The proposed test procedure is
substantively the same procedure
established by industry, with some
modifications. Discussion of DOE’s
proposed actions are addressed in detail
in section III of this NOPR.
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A. Scope of Applicability
This proposed rulemaking applies to
TVs, which are products designed to
produce dynamic video, contain an
internal TV tuner encased within the
product housing, and that are capable of
receiving dynamic visual content from
wired or wireless sources including but
not limited to broadcast signals, displayspecific data connections, media storage
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amend the scope of the current TV test
procedure.
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Appendix H references IEC
62087:2011 and IEC 62301, Edition 2.0,
2011–04, ‘‘Household electrical
appliances—Measurement of standby
power’’ (‘‘IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0’’) for certain
requirements, while the remaining
requirements are specified in appendix
H itself.
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The IEC and CTA are two industry
standards development bodies that have
published standards for testing the
power consumption of TVs (i.e., IEC
62087 and CTA 2037, respectively).
Since publication of the October 2013
final rule, both of these standards have
been updated more than once to keep
pace with evolving TV technologies.
The most recent update was the
publication of ANSI/CTA–2037–C in
October 2021; an update to the IEC
62087 standard is currently underway.
In this NOPR, DOE is proposing to
incorporate by reference ANSI/CTA–
2037–C into 10 CFR 430.3 to reference
the relevant sections of this industry
standard in the DOE test procedure at
appendix H. Since publication of the
October 2013 final rule, TV technology
has evolved significantly. ANSI/CTA–
2037–C addresses many of the
technologies (e.g., ultra-high definition
(‘‘UHD’’) or ‘‘4K’’ resolution, HDR, etc.)
not previously considered in the
development of the current DOE test
procedure for TVs and also specifies
configuration and setup requirements to
improve the representativeness with
respect to the current DOE test
procedure at appendix H.
While standard definition (‘‘SD’’) and
high definition (‘‘HD’’) were the
predominant TV display resolutions at
the time of the October 2013 final rule,
UHD resolution TVs have gained
prominence currently, and 8K
resolution TVs are emerging. According
to Statista, as of March 2021, around 44
percent of U.S. households with TVs
have a 4K-capable TV at home,
compared to 31 percent in 2019.11
Additionally, HDR content is more
prevalent, and a majority of the TVs are
‘‘smart’’ TVs (i.e., they can be connected
to a network connection). In 2016,
Information Handling Services (‘‘IHS’’)
Markit estimated that shipments of TVs
supporting HDR functionality would
increase from 4 million units in 2016 to
more than 30 million units in 2020.12
Hub Entertainment Research estimates
that 52 percent of all TVs are reported
in 2021 to be smart TVs, up from 45
percent in 2020.13
Accordingly, DOE is proposing to
adopt by reference the substantive
11 4K Ultra HDTV household penetration in the
United States in 2019 and 2021. October 19, 2021.
Available at: www.statista.com/statistics/1247334/
4k-ultra-hdtv-us-household-penetration/.
12 IHS Study: 4K Ultra HD HDR to take Major TV
Market Share by 2020. October 12, 2016. Available
at: hdguru.com/ihs-study-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-to-takemajor-tv-market-share-by-2020/.
13 Report: Smart TVs Account For 50% of TVs
Overall; Found in 70% of TV Homes. April 7, 2021
Available at: www.mediaplaynews.com/reportsmart-tvs-account-for-50-percent-of-tvs-overallfound-in-70-percent-tv-homes/.
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provisions of ANSI/CTA–2037–C, with
some modifications in order to provide
additional detail and test conditions in
order to improve the representativeness
of the test results. DOE has initially
determined that the measurement of
screen luminance and power
consumption as specified in ANSI/CTA
2037–C would provide a measured
result that is more representative of the
average period of use of TVs.
Since publication of the June 2016
RFI, DOE has conducted testing
according to appendix H, performed
investigative testing to understand TV
power consumption and the functions
that impact power draw, and also
participated in round robin testing to
evaluate the ANSI/CTA–2037–C
standard while it was under
development. The round robin testing
demonstrated that power consumption
and luminance measurements are
reproducible within 5 percent between
test labs. DOE’s testing also
demonstrated that luminance and power
consumption measurement are
repeatable to within a coefficient of
variation (‘‘COV’’) of 3 percent. Based
on these test results that were presented
in the round robin test report, DOE has
tentatively determined that ANSI/CTA–
2037–C produces measures of energy
consumption that are representative of
current TV use, and produces results
that are repeatable and reproducible.
DOE is also aware that the CTA
working group is currently reviewing
ANSI/CTA–2037–C to determine if any
revisions are necessary. DOE
understands that should the working
group make any changes to ANSI/CTA–
2037–C, CTA would publish a revised
standard, potentially numbered as CTA–
2037–D. DOE is participating in the
working group meetings to review and
revise ANSI/CTA–2037–C. While this
NOPR proposes to reference the
requirements from ANSI/CTA–2037–C,
it also discusses the revisions being
considered under CTA–2037–D. DOE
requests comment on these revisions as
well as any additional revisions under
consideration in CTA–2037–D that are
not discussed in this document. Should
CTA–2037–D publish prior to the
publication of any DOE TVs test
procedure final rule, DOE intends, after
considering stakeholder feedback, to
incorporate by reference CTA–2037–D
provided the updates in this standard
are consistent with the provisions DOE
is proposing in the NOPR or the updates
are related to topics that DOE has
discussed and solicited comments in
this NOPR. The subsequent sections of
this NOPR discuss each substantive
change in ANSI/CTA–2037–C that DOE
proposes to incorporate into appendix H
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in CTA–2037–D.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to adopt the substantive
provisions of ANSI/CTA–2037–C in
appendix H with certain modifications.
C. Definitions
Appendix H includes definitions for
certain terms that are also defined in
ANSI/CTA–2037–C; other terms are
defined in ANSI/CTA–2037–C but are
not currently defined in appendix H.
The following paragraphs discuss the
comments in response to the June 2016
RFI that pertain to definitions in
appendix H, DOE’s response to these
comments, as well as DOE’s proposal to
reference certain definitions specified in
ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
‘‘Preset picture setting’’ is defined in
section 2.15 of appendix H as ‘‘a
preprogrammed factory setting obtained
from the TV menu with pre-determined
picture parameters such as brightness,
contrast, color, sharpness, etc. Preset
picture settings can be selected within
the home or retail mode.’’ NEEA
commented that the term ‘‘preset
picture setting’’ could be confusing,
since it could potentially refer to both
preset picture settings and picture
parameters (e.g., brightness, backlight,
contrast, etc.). NEEA commented that
manufacturers typically refer to preset
picture settings as picture modes in
their onscreen menus and
recommended adopting that same
terminology to improve clarity in the
test procedure. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 11)
ANSI/CTA–2037–C includes a
definition for ‘‘preset picture setting’’
rather than picture modes. DOE
proposes to reference this definition,
which defines the term as a picture
setting that is selectable by a user from
a set of manufacturer-defined picture
settings. DOE has initially determined
that the term as provided in the CTA
standard reflects industry use and
understanding of the term and proposes
to adopt the term in the DOE test
procedure through reference to ANSI/
CTA–2037–C.
The term ‘‘prompt’’ is used in section
5.5 of appendix H as follows: If at any
time during on mode operation a
message prompt is displayed requesting
the configuration of special functions,
the most power consumptive
configuration shall be selected. LG
commented that DOE should clarify the
term ‘‘prompt’’ in the test procedure,
since it may be interpreted that the
opportunity to change a setting is the
same as ‘‘prompting’’ the consumer to
change a setting. LG suggested the
following definition: ‘‘Prompt means
action or suggestion that encourages
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(LG, No. 4 at p. 5) In the ANSI/CTA–
2037–C standard, which DOE proposes
to reference to test TV power
consumption, the word ‘‘prompted’’ is
used in the definition of the term
‘‘forced menu 14’’ and in Section 9.2
(Initial Steps) in the instruction to
‘‘Proceed through initial set-up
prompts’’ after powering on the UUT.
DOE has tentatively determined that the
definition of ‘‘forced menu’’ provides
the necessary context for the term
‘‘prompt’’ to be understood as an action
that the user must take for initial
configuration setup. Therefore, DOE is
not proposing to define ‘‘prompt.’’
The definitions currently specified in
appendix H are either provided directly
or through adoption of certain
definitions provided in IEC 62087:2011.
However, many of these terms are also
defined in ANSI/CTA–2037–C. Table
III.1 identifies the terms that are
currently used in appendix H and
ANSI/CTA–2037–C, the similarities and
differences in their respective
definitions, and whether DOE proposes
to adopt each definition through
reference to ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
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Brightest selectable preset picture
setting.
Brightest selectable preset picture
setting.
Default picture setting ......................
Default picture setting ....................
Forced menu ....................................
Home configuration ..........................
Illuminance .......................................
Luminance ........................................
Main battery ......................................
Off mode ...........................................
Forced menu ..................................
Home configuration ........................
Illuminance .....................................
Luminance ......................................
Main battery ....................................
Off mode .........................................
On mode ...........................................
Preset picture setting .......................
On mode .........................................
Preset picture setting .....................
Standby-passive mode .....................
Additional functions ..........................
Auxiliary Battery ...............................
Retail configuration ...........................
Standby-passive mode ...................
.........................................................
.........................................................
.........................................................
Special functions ..............................
.........................................................
Standby-active, high mode ...............
.........................................................
Standby-active, low mode ................
(not defined) .....................................
(not defined) .....................................
.........................................................
Automatic brightness control ..........
Dynamic Luminance .......................
(not defined) .....................................
Energy-Efficient-Ethernet ...............
(not defined) .....................................
Filmmaker Mode .............................
(not defined) .....................................
HDR10 ............................................
(not defined) .....................................
(not defined) .....................................
High-definition multimedia interface
(‘‘HDMI®’’).
High Dynamic Range (‘‘HDR’’) .......
(not defined) .....................................
Hybrid Log Gamma (‘‘HLG’’) ..........
(not defined) .....................................
International System of Units .........
(not defined) .....................................
(not defined) .....................................
Motion-Based Dynamic Dimming
(‘‘MDD’’).
Neutral density (‘‘ND’’) filter ...........
(not defined) .....................................
(not defined) .....................................
Partial on mode ..............................
Perceptual Quantization Video .......
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Appendix H refers to the brightest picture setting within either the
home or retail configuration, whereas ANSI/CTA–2037–C refers only
to the brightest preset picture setting within the home configuration.
ANSI/CTA–2037–C additionally specifies that this is a user-selectable preset picture setting.
ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies that this picture setting is determined
using only the home configuration. appendix H indicates the default
picture setting may be decided after a forced menu, which ANSI/
CTA–2037–C does not mention.
Substantively the same definitions ..........................................................
Substantively the same definitions ..........................................................
Substantively the same definitions ..........................................................
Substantively the same definitions ..........................................................
Substantively the same definitions ..........................................................
ANSI/CTA–2037–C provides a note that describes how some power
may still be consumed when the UUT is in off mode. Appendix H
does not include such a note.
Similar definitions ....................................................................................
Appendix H provides details on the specific parameters that may be
determined by the preset picture setting.
Similar definitions ....................................................................................
Not listed in the definitions section of ANSI/CTA–2037–C .....................
Not listed in the definitions section of ANSI/CTA–2037–C .....................
Not listed in the definitions section of ANSI/CTA–2037–C, however
Section 9.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies that, ‘‘the UUT shall be
configured in home configuration.’’ No mention of retail configuration
exists in ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
Not listed in the definitions section of ANSI/CTA–2037–C. The term
special functions is not used anywhere in ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
Standby-active, high and Standby-active, low modes have been combined into a single Standby-active mode definition in ANSI/CTA–
2037–C. In ANSI/CTA–2037–C, standby-active mode differs from
Standby-passive mode by allowing the UUT to be switched into another power mode using an external signal in standby-active mode.
See above ...............................................................................................
This term is used frequently in ANSI/CTA–2037–C ...............................
This term defines the TV screen’s luminance as measured during the
playback of dynamic video content.
This term is used in the Network connection hierarchy in both ANSI/
CTA–2037–C and appendix H. H.
This term is defined in ANSI/CTA–2037–C but is not referenced elsewhere within the test method.
This term defines a specific video display format that is used to test
the UUTs power consumption.
This term defines a video input terminal for TVs. It is defined at 10
CFR 430.2; therefore, it does not need to be defined in appendix H.
This term more broadly defines the video format category that HDR10
belongs to.
This term defines a type of HDR video and is used when describing
the test signals used during testing.
This is defined as ‘‘The modern form of the metric system’’. This term
does not need to be defined in appendix H since it is a generally
understood term.
This term defines a television feature that adjusts luminance in response to motion being displayed and is disabled during TV testing.
This term is used to define the filter that is used to accomplish the 3
lux luminance requirement for on mode testing.
This term defines the standby sub-modes ..............................................
This term defines a specific video utilized by HDR. It is not referenced
elsewhere in ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
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Terms currently in Appendix H
Terms currently in
ANSI/CTA–2037–C
Similarities/differences between definitions
(not defined) .....................................
Power Modes .................................
(not defined) .....................................
Quick start ......................................
(not defined) .....................................
Snoot ..............................................
(not defined) .....................................
Stand ..............................................
(not defined) .....................................
Standby-Active Mode .....................
(not defined) .....................................
Standby-Passive Mode ..................
(not defined) .....................................
Television set .................................
(not defined) .....................................
Wake-By-Remote-Control-App .......
(not defined) .....................................
Wake-By-Smart-Speaker ................
(not defined) .....................................
Wake-On-Cast ................................
This term identifies all the various power modes: Off mode, on mode,
partial on mode, which includes standby-passive and standby-active). The generic term power mode is not referenced elsewhere in
ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
This term defines quick start functionality, which is a special function
that impacts the time it takes for a TV to transition to on mode from
partial on mode.
This term defines an object used to prevent the ABC lamp light from
reflecting off the UUT and interfering with the dynamic luminance
data collection. It is not a required tool but may be needed for testing in specific instances.
This term defines the device used to hold the UUT upright. This term
is not included in the TV test procedure since it is a generally understood term.
This term defines a power mode where the UUT does not provide picture or sound but can be switched into another power mode with the
remote control, an internal signal, or an external signal. The external
signal is what differentiates standby-active mode from standby-passive mode.
This term defines a power mode where the UUT does not provide picture or sound but can be switched into another power mode with the
remote control or an internal signal but not an external signal.
This term is defined at 10 CFR 430.2; therefore, it does not need to
be defined in appendix H.
This term defines the ability to wake a UUT using a network-connected device and is used during standby mode testing.
This term defines the ability to wake a UUT using a voice command
via smart speaker and is used during standby mode testing.
This term defines the ability to wake a UUT by streaming a video from
a mobile device to the UUT and is used during standby mode testing.
While some of the defined terms in
ANSI/CTA–2037–C have minor
differences compared to the current
definitions in appendix H, DOE has
initially determined that these
differences are not substantive and
would not change the meaning of the
defined terms or impact testing
according to the proposed test
procedure compared to the current test
procedure. Accordingly, to harmonize
with the current industry standard, DOE
proposes to reference Section 5.1 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the definitions
of the terms used in the TV test
procedure. DOE also proposes to
reference Section 5.2 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C to include the relevant
abbreviations that are used in the TV
test procedure. Further, for the terms
that are currently defined in appendix H
but a definition does not exist in ANSI/
CTA–2037–C (e.g., additional functions,
auxiliary battery, retail configuration,
special functions, standby-active, high
mode, and standby-active, low mode)
DOE proposes to remove these terms
from appendix H because they are not
referenced in ANSI/CTA–2037–C nor
used anywhere in the proposed test
procedure.
Finally, DOE notes that the CTA
working group is considering revising
definitions for power modes (i.e., on
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mode, partial on mode, etc.). In
particular, the working group is
considering deleting the definitions for
off, standby-active, and standby-passive
modes and updating the definition of
partial on mode to specify that it is a
mode in which the TV is connected to
an external power source, does not
provide picture or sound, and can be
switched into another mode with a
remote control. The definition under
consideration for partial on mode in
CTA–2037–D aligns, in part, with the
current definitions specified in ANSI/
CTA–2037–C for standby-passive and
standby-active modes, which are submodes of partial on mode. In general,
the CTA working group intends to
update all references to standby mode as
partial on mode. The working group
also does not intend to differentiate
between standby-active and standbypassive modes in CTA–2037–D, but the
standard would require that the partial
on mode power consumption be
captured under one of three parameters
depending on the type of functionality
that is supported during the partial on
mode test (as discussed further in
section III.G.3 of this document). DOE
notes that although the CTA working
group is considering using the term
‘partial on mode’ throughout CTA–
2037–D, DOE would refer to this mode
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as ‘standby mode’, if CTA–2037–D were
to be finalized with ‘partial on mode’ as
the defined term. DOE may consider
additional definitions for sub-modes
within standby mode, if necessary.
These would include definitions for
terms such as standby-passive and
standby-active, which DOE is proposing
to reference from ANSI/CTA–2037–C in
this document.
DOE requests comment on defining
the identified terms in appendix H
through reference to ANSI/CTA–2037–
C.
DOE also requests comment on
whether it should consider the revisions
to the power mode definitions that are
under consideration by the CTA
working group for CTA–2037–D.
D. Test Equipment
1. Power Supply
Sections 3.1 and 3.2 of appendix H
reference Section 4.3.1 of IEC 62301 Ed.
2.0 for the voltage and frequency and
power supply requirements for testing
TVs. The requirements specify that the
voltage and frequency for each region
within North America must have a
voltage of 115 volts (‘‘V’’) and frequency
of 60 hertz (‘‘Hz’’). IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0
additionally includes requirements for
other regions around the world.
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Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
only specifies the North Americanspecific requirements; however, these
requirements are specified under the
standby mode power supply
requirements rather than on mode. The
CTA working group is considering
moving these requirements under the
power supply requirements for on mode
in CTA–2037–D. DOE expects that the
same power supply is used to test on
mode and standby mode power
consumption and the specific location
of where the requirement is specified
would not alter the power supply that
is used to test a TV.
Additionally, given that DOE’s test
procedure is applicable to only those
TVs that are a type which, to any
significant extent, are distributed in
commerce in the United States for
personal use or consumption by
individuals (42 U.S.C. 6291(1); 42
U.S.C. 6292(a)(12); 42 U.S.C.), the North
American-specific requirements
specified in ANSI/CTA–2037–C are
sufficient for the DOE test procedure.
Therefore, DOE proposes to reference
Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C for
the alternating current (‘‘AC’’) power
supply specification.
Section 3.2 of appendix H
additionally specifies that the total
harmonic distortion of the supply
voltage must not exceed 5 percent,
inclusive to the 13th order harmonic,
when the unit is under test. Section
7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies
that the total harmonic distortion must
not exceed 2 percent up to and
including the 13th harmonic.
DOE proposes to reference the power
supply requirements from ANSI/CTA–
2037–C. While the total harmonic
distortion specification is more stringent
in ANSI/CTA–2037–C, based on its
internal testing and general agreement
from manufacturers during the ANSI/
CTA–2037–C development working
group meetings, DOE has initially
determined that most power supplies
are capable of meeting this requirement;
thus, DOE expects that most, if not all,
power supplies currently used for TV
testing are able to meet the requirements
specified in ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
Therefore, DOE does not expect the
proposed reference to the power supply
requirements would result in additional
burden.
The introductory text in Section 9 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C states that power
shall be provided to the ABC lamp,
camera photometer, and UUT from the
specified AC power source. DOE has
initially determined that using the same
AC power source to power the UUT as
well as the ABC lamp and camera
photometer could unintentionally
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impact the power consumption
measurement of the UUT due to ‘‘noise’’
from the ABC light source and
fluctuations in power draw caused by
the camera photometer and ABC light
source. Additionally, the CTA working
group is considering revising this
requirement for CTA–2037–D to specify
that only the UUT be powered using the
power source specified in Section 7.1.1
of the CTA–2037 standard, the camera
photometer and lamp must not be
powered by the same controlled power
source, and that the camera photometer
and lamp may be powered by mains
power. Accordingly, DOE proposes to
specify that TVs must be tested with
only the UUT powered by the specified
AC power source. The camera
photometer and ABC lamp may be
powered using standard mains
electricity.
DOE requests comment on referencing
Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C for
the power supply requirements. DOE
also requests comment on referencing
the updated requirements that are under
consideration for CTA–2037–D, which
would move the voltage and frequency
requirements for the power supply from
the standby mode to on mode section
within Section 7.1.1 of the CTA–2037
standard.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to connect only the UUT to the
specified AC power source during
testing and to specify that the camera
photometer and ABC lamp may be
powered via mains power. DOE also
requests feedback on whether the
camera photometer and ABC lamp
should be connected to additional
specified AC power sources and the
burden versus benefit of such an
approach.
2. Power Meter
The power meter requirements
specified in section 3.3 of appendix H
are the same as the requirements
specified in Section 7.1.2 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C, which includes the
specification of a wattmeter as well as
the allowable uncertainty in
measurement. ANSI/CTA–2037–C
additionally specifies calibration
requirements for the power meter, the
current crest factor, and the lower
bound on the current range.
Accordingly, DOE proposes to reference
Section 7.1.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C for
the power meter requirements because it
includes the requirements currently
specified in appendix H, and the
additional requirements specified
would ensure that the power meter
remains within bounds and calibrated to
ensure the results obtained are valid and
representative. Based on feedback from
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manufacturers and test labs during the
ANSI/CTA–2037–C working group
meetings, DOE understands that the
additional requirements would not add
substantive burden in sourcing a power
meter.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the power meter
requirements from ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
Specifically, DOE requests feedback on
the potential burden, if any, to meet the
more stringent requirements specified in
ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
3. Luminance Meter
Section 3.4 of appendix H specifies
the accuracy requirements for a
luminance meter, which is used to
measure screen luminance in the default
and brightest preset picture settings as
well as the default retail picture setting.
The current luminance measurement is
performed using the static, 3-bar blackand-white image from IEC 62087:2011.
This static black-and-white image does
not result in representative luminance
measurements because TVs are rarely
used to display static images (i.e., the
content played on TVs is almost always
dynamic, or in motion) and pure white
color is rarely displayed on a TV screen
(i.e., most scenes displayed on a TV
screen are a mix of various colors);
therefore, measuring luminance using
the black-and-white image is not
representative of typical consumer use.
DOE is therefore proposing to measure
dynamic screen luminance (i.e.,
luminance of the screen when playing
dynamic video content such as the IEC
test clip) as specified in ANSI/CTA–
2037–C to ensure that a TV’s screen
luminance is measured at the same time
as its power consumption, which would
provide consumers a direct relationship
for TV brightness (i.e., luminance) as a
function of its power consumption. DOE
has initially determined that a dynamic
screen luminance measurement would
provide results that are more
representative of real-world in
comparison to the currently specified
static black-and-white image.
In general, a luminance meter cannot
measure dynamic screen luminance;
instead, ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies
use of a camera photometer to measure
the dynamic luminance of the TV screen
during each on mode test. The camera
photometer captures the light from the
TV screen while displaying video
content, and the average of the light
entering the camera photometer’s sensor
in each frame is translated into the
average luminance of the TV screen. In
conjunction with the proposal to
measure dynamic screen luminance,
DOE proposes to remove the existing
luminance meter requirements specified
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in section 3.4 of appendix H and instead
reference Section 7.1.4 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C, which specifies the
requirements for the camera
photometer’s uncertainty, resolution,
sample area, and data rate.
Additionally, the CTA working group
is considering specifying an additional
requirement in CTA–2037–D that the
camera used for testing should be
calibrated against a traceable light
source that more closely matches the
spectral power density of LED/OLED
TVs than does standard illuminant A
(e.g., D65, LED–RGB1).
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to measure dynamic screen
luminance and to specify use of a
camera photometer to measure dynamic
screen luminance. In particular, DOE
requests comment on any concerns with
the burden associated with using a
camera photometer as specified by
ANSI/CTA–2037–C to measure screen
luminance.
DOE also requests comment on the
additional calibration requirement
under consideration for CTA–2037–D
and whether DOE should include this
requirement for its TVs test procedure.
4. Illuminance Meter
Section 3.5 of appendix H specifies
accuracy requirements for the
illuminance meter, which is used to
measure the room illuminance levels at
the ABC sensor for tests that are
conducted with ABC on. Section 7.1.3
of ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies the
same accuracy requirements for an
illuminance meter and additionally
specifies calibration requirements for
the illuminance meter. Additionally,
ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies certain
requirements if the illuminance meter is
neither a spectroradiometer nor
calibrated against an illuminant
replicating the spectral emissions of
LEDs. However, the CTA working group
is re-evaluating these requirements.
The CTA working group is
considering reducing some of the
requirements to ease test burden by
clarifying that only specific
requirements of the calibration standard
must be met. These requirements are for
the illuminance meter accuracy and
relative spectral response. An additional
requirement is also being considered
which would require the center of the
cosine receptor to be ≤ 40mm in depth.
DOE has initially determined that the
illuminance meter requirements
specified in Section 7.1.3 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C are appropriate because DOE is
proposing that an LED lamp be used for
ABC testing rather than an incandescent
lamp as specified currently in appendix
H (see section III.D.6 of this document
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for more detail). However, DOE will
continue evaluating the updated
language that is under consideration by
the CTA working group. At this time
DOE proposes to reference Section 7.1.3
of ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the
illuminance meter requirements.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the illuminance
meter requirements, including the
calibration requirements, from ANSI/
CTA–2037–C.
DOE also requests comment on the
updated illuminance meter
requirements under consideration for
CTA–2037–D, whether DOE should
consider referencing the updated
requirements when finalized, and the
reason(s) for doing so.
5. Video Input Device
Section 3.6 of appendix H contains
video input device requirements that
specify the use of a Blu-ray player and
requires that the video input device
manufacturer be different from the
manufacturer of the UUT. ANSI/CTA–
2037–C specifies the use of a USB flash
drive 15 to play the IEC test clips.
Specifically, Sections 7.1.5 through
7.1.7 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C specify the
use of a USB 3.0 flash drive that stores
the test clips for playback and a separate
media player that contains a USB port
to send media to the UUT via an HDMI
cable. ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies that
the media player must have a video
setting that does not perform any video
processing (e.g., noise reduction,
upscaling, or adjustment of color, hue,
contrast, or brightness). ANSI/CTA–
2037–C does not include the
requirement that the manufacturers for
the media player and UUT must be
different.
ANSI/CTA–2037–C additionally
requires that all media must be stored
and played from a FAT32 or ExFAT 16formatted USB flash drive via the USB
port in the media player. ANSI/CTA–
2037–C requires that the test clips
stored on the USB flash drive are played
via a USB port on a media player
instead of the designated USB port on
a UUT. During ANSI/CTA–2037–C
working group meetings, stakeholders
noted that some TVs may alter the
default picture setting if the media is
played using the USB port on the TV
rather than a media player connected
via HDMI. By storing the media on a
USB flash drive and playing through a
15 ANSI/CTA–2037–C refers to a USB flash drive
as a ‘‘USB thumb drive’’ and a ‘‘USB stick.’’
16 FAT32 and ExFAT refer to file allocation
formatting systems for storage devices such as USB
flash drives. FAT32 means 32-bit version of FAT
file allocation table system. exFAT means
extensible file allocation table.
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media player, any video processing from
the UUT would be avoided.
DOE proposes to reference the video
media player requirements from ANSI/
CTA–2037–C. DOE has conducted
testing using both the Blu-ray Disc
played via a Blu-ray player and the USB
flash drive played via a Blu-ray player.
DOE has not found any difference in
playing the content via a USB flash
drive connected to the Blu-ray player
versus a Blu-ray Disc played via the Bluray player with video processing turned
off on the Blu-ray player. DOE proposes
to align with the ANSI/CTA–2037–C
requirements.
As described, section 3.6 of appendix
H specifies that the Blu-ray player
manufacturer shall be different from the
manufacturer of the UUT to prevent
device interaction. ANSI/CTA–2037–C
does not include this requirement. DOE
requests comment on whether it should
maintain the current requirement that
the UUT and media player are from
different manufacturers.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the media player
and USB flash drive requirements from
ANSI/CTA–2037–C. DOE also requests
comment on whether DOE should
maintain the current requirement that
the media player and UUT must not be
from the same manufacturer.
6. Light Source for ABC Testing
For conducting tests for TVs with
ABC enabled by default, appendix H
requires the use of a lamp to alter the
amount of light that is directed to the
ABC sensor of the TV. Section 7.1.3.3 of
appendix H specifies that the ABC lamp
must be a standard spectrum, halogen
incandescent aluminized reflector lamp
and also includes specifications for the
lamp diameter, beam angle, and center
beam candlepower. Such a light source
is used in conjunction with a variable
transformer to control the brightness of
the lamp, which in turn controls the
illuminance at the ABC sensor. This
setup measures TV power consumption
at different room ambient conditions,
reflective of use wherein sometimes TVs
are used in a bright room (e.g., during
the day) while other times they would
be used in a dark room (e.g., at night or
with room lights turned off).
Section 7.1.9 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies the ABC light source
requirements, namely that an LED
reflector lamp with dimmer switch must
be used to provide the specified room
illuminance levels. The industry test
standard specifies an LED rather than
incandescent lamp in response to the
growing market for in-home LED
lighting. Section 7.1.9 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C additionally specifies the
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diameter, rated beam angle, correlated
color temperature, and color rendering
index of the lamp. Further, it specifies
a 1-percent allowable tolerance in
illuminance measurement and the use
of a neutral density (‘‘ND’’) filter to
reach illuminance levels less than 10
lux, which are consistent with the
current requirements in appendix H.
DOE has conducted testing using such
an LED lamp and did not find any
substantive differences in the test
conduct compared to using an
incandescent lamp. DOE proposes to
reference Section 7.1.9 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C for the ABC light source
requirements.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 7.1.9 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the light source
required for conducting tests with ABC
enabled.
E. Test Room Setup
1. Room Ambient Conditions
Sections 4.1 and 4.2 of appendix H
specify the ambient temperature and
relative humidity conditions of the test
room, respectively. The temperature
conditions reference Section 11.4.1 of
IEC 62087:2011, which specifies a
requirement of 23 degrees Celsius (‘‘°C’’)
±5 °C. Section 4.2 of appendix H
specifies that the ambient relative
humidity must be maintained between
10 percent and 80 percent. Section 7.3
of ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies the
same ambient test room and relative
humidity requirements. DOE proposes
to reference these requirements from
ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
DOE requests comment on whether
the specified ambient temperature and
humidity requirements are adequate or
whether the temperature and relative
humidity specifications should include
additional specification regarding the
precision and/or accuracy of the
instruments used to verify that the
required ambient conditions are
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Section 4.3 of appendix H specifies
that all luminance and on mode testing
must be performed in a room with an
illuminance level less than or equal to
1.0 lux measured at the UUT’s ABC
sensor while the TV is in off mode or
standby mode. Section 7.4 of ANSI/
CTA–2037–C specifies the same
requirement but includes an additional
requirement regarding the positioning of
the illuminance meter used for this
measurement (i.e., the illuminance
meter must be positioned at the ABC
sensor in the same manner as it would
be positioned during luminance and
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power measurement tests). As this
requirement is generally the same
between appendix H and ANSI/CTA–
2037–C, but with additional specificity
regarding meter placement, which
would further ensure repeatability and
reproducibility of the test results, DOE
proposes to reference Section 7.4 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the room
illuminance level.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 7.4 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the room
illuminance level and requirement to
position the illuminance meter in the
same manner as it would be positioned
during luminance and power
measurement tests.
3. UUT Installation and Placement
Section 4.4 of appendix H specifies
that the UUT must be installed in
accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions. Additionally, section 4.5 of
appendix H includes requirements for
TV placement, which specifies that TVs
tested with ABC enabled must be placed
at least 0.5 meters away from any wall
surface and that all four corners of the
face of the TV must be placed
equidistant from a vertical reference
plane.
DOE notes that many manufacturers
provide instructions for multiple
installation configurations for the TV,
such as stand mounted and wall
mounted, and do not specify a single
method as a recommended or preferred
approach.
Section 8 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies the installation and setup
requirements for the UUT as well as all
other test equipment relative to the
placement of the TV. Specifically,
ANSI/CTA–2037–C Sections 8.2. 8.2.2,
and 8.2.3 provide instructions on
installing a UUT for testing, including a
preference for installing a TV using a
stand mount if possible; if not, using a
wall mount; and if the UUT is neither
stand-mounted nor wall-mounted (e.g.,
permanently mounted in a wheeled
furniture stand), special case
installation instructions are specified in
which the UUT assembly (including
whatever support mechanisms or
furniture that are part of the UUT) are
positioned on a floor. Section 8.2.4
specifies requirements for positioning
the ABC sensor relative to the UUT for
cases where the UUT has an ABC sensor
that is not permanently mounted on the
display (e.g., in an external enclosure or
sound bar).
Additionally, ANSI/CTA–2037–C
describes the requirements for the
placement of the LED lamp, camera
photometer, and illuminance meter
relative to the UUT. Currently, when
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testing according to appendix H, the
incandescent lamp used for ABC testing
is pointed directly at the ABC sensor
and placed 1.5 meters from the center of
the ABC sensor, as specified in section
7.1.3.4 of appendix H. ANSI/CTA–
2037–C specifies placing the LED lamp
at a 45° angle pointed at the ABC sensor
and also specifies requirements to
ensure that light is not reflected off the
TV screen. DOE tentatively finds that
positioning the lamp at an angle rather
than directly in front of the sensor
would be more representative of real
world conditions, as lighting is
generally not placed such that a lamp
shines directly towards the ABC sensor;
instead, any light reaching the sensor is
generally directed at the TV screen at an
angle, either from overhead lighting or
floor lamps. DOE has conducted testing
with the LED lamp placed at a 45° angle
and has tentatively determined that this
setup is achievable and provides results
that are repeatable. Subsequent to when
DOE performed its investigative testing,
the ANSI/CTA–2037–C test procedure
was further revised to include more
detailed setup instructions, including
specifying a lamp angle tolerance of 2°
and providing additional instructions in
order to position the lamp angle
precisely. DOE is proposing to adapt the
requirements specified in ANSI/CTA–
2037–C regarding lamp setup.
Further, Section 8.1.2 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C details the orientation and
placement of the illuminance meter.
Section 7.1.3.5 of appendix H provides
general instruction for the illuminance
meter placement, stating that the meter
must be positioned at the ABC sensor in
the direction of the light source. ANSI/
CTA–2037–C specifies that the
illuminance meter must be oriented at
an angle of 45° to be aimed directly at
the light source, which is also oriented
at 45° relative to, and pointing towards,
the ABC sensor. ANSI/CTA–2037–C
also requires a firm stationary mount for
the illuminance meter to allow for
consistent measurement of the
illuminance. The requirements in
Section 8.1.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C are
similar to the requirements in section
7.1.3.5 of appendix H, but include
additional direction on mounting the
illuminance meter and the specific
orientation of the light reception dome.
DOE proposes to reference these
additional requirements for the
illuminance meter setup within revised
Section 3 (Test Setup) of appendix H.
Section 8.2.5 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies detailed instructions for the
placement and setup of the camera
photometer, which is used for dynamic
luminance measurement. The
placement of the camera photometer is
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dependent on the size of the UUT. The
distance between the camera
photometer and the TV is proportional
to the width of the TV, and the height
of the camera photometer is always in
the center of the height of the TV. The
orientation is 0° with respect to the TV
screen, with a 5° tolerance. Section 8.2.5
of ANSI/CTA–2037–C also provides
instructions for how to prevent the
moire´ effect 17 by defocusing the camera
photometer appropriately. DOE
proposes to reference the ANSI/CTA–
2037–C requirements for the placement
and setup of the camera photometer.
DOE has conducted testing using this
setup and has tentatively found this
setup provides for a measurement of
screen luminance in a repeatable
manner.
Finally, Sections 7.1.10 and 8.2.1 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C also include
additional requirements regarding the
table surface on which the UUT is
placed for testing. This includes the
specifications for covering the table
with black, non-reflective cloth and
placing a reflective card directly
underneath the ABC sensor of the UUT.
The reflective card is used to better
redirect light from the ABC lamp into
the ABC sensor, given the 45° angle of
the ABC lamp. DOE proposes to
reference these requirements in the test
room setup section of appendix H.
While DOE proposes to reference these
requirements, DOE is aware that the
CTA working group is considering
amending this requirement to specify
that a ‘minimally reflective cloth’ (such
as, black felt) rather than a ‘nonreflective cloth’ be used for testing.
Accordingly, DOE requests feedback on
whether it is appropriate to refer to the
cloth as ‘‘non-reflective’’ or if it should
use the term ‘‘minimally reflective’’
instead, since no material is truly nonreflective.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference all the
requirements specified in Section 8 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the test room
setup. These include the setup of the
UUT, illuminance meter, camera
photometer, table surface, and reflective
card.
DOE also requests comment on
whether it is appropriate to specify that
the table surface must be covered with
black, non-reflective cloth or whether
DOE should specify a ‘‘minimally
reflective’’ cloth instead.
17 The moire
´ effect refers to a visual perception
that occurs when viewing the dots of the LEDs in
the UUT superimposed on the pixels captured from
the camera photometer. The overlapped patterns
can cause a glare in the recorded image, which can
impact results if not corrected for.
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F. Test Configuration
1. Configuration of Special Functions
Section 5 of appendix H specifies
configuration requirements for various
TV functions such as: Additional
functions and special functions; the
setup of the TV when presented with
forced menu prompts; a connection
priority to be used for connecting the
TV to the video input device; the
selection of the preset picture setting for
on mode tests; video aspect ratio; frame
rate; sound level; and network
connection configuration. For many of
these requirements, appendix H
references the requirements specified in
relevant sections of IEC 62087:2011. The
requirements specified in appendix H
are also consistent with earlier versions
of the ANSI/CTA–2037 standard.
As TV technology has evolved, the
configuration requirements currently
specified in appendix H may not be as
representative of current TV use.
Additionally, as noted in the June 2016
RFI, special functions such as MDD
often trigger a more significant decrease
in power consumption when testing
with the IEC test clip compared to other
real-world media content. In the June
2016 RFI, DOE requested comment on
how frequently users operate a TV in
the default setting, the use of MDD in
specific preset picture settings, as well
as the setup from forced menu prompts.
81 FR 41278–41279. In response, DOE
received the following stakeholder
comments.
Samsung commented that MDD is
enabled by default and remains ‘‘on’’ in
the default picture setting. Samsung
stated that MDD is not enabled by
default in the other user-selectable
preset picture settings, but that the user
is informed that these preset picture
settings do not have MDD enabled by
default. Samsung recommended that
instead of disabling energy-saving
features such as MDD during testing,
such features should remain in their
default state, which is generally enabled
in the default picture setting. (Samsung,
No. 5 at pp. 2–3)
NRDC commented regarding the quick
start special function, recommending
that if a TV has a quick start option and
a normal resume time greater than 10
seconds, DOE should amend the test
procedure such that the TV is tested
with quick start turned on, even if the
TV is shipped with this function
disabled. (NRDC, No. 2 at p. 16)
The CA IOUs commented that some
TVs may have features that result in a
measured power consumption during
DOE testing that is less than the power
consumed during real-world operation.
The CA IOUs recommended that if MDD
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features are not intended to be enabled
for most viewing, then they should not
be enabled in the DOE test procedure.
The CA IOUs recommended that DOE
address these issues with an updated
test procedure to ensure that these
features are configured as they would be
in the home. The CA IOUs further
recommended that if there is ambiguity
about how a given setting should be
configured, the most powerconsumptive option should be chosen.
(CA IOUs, No. 8 at pp. 3–5)
NRDC recommended that DOE clarify
in the test method how to address
software updates, both for an update
that might occur when the TV is
initially set up and for those updates
that happen at a later time. NRDC
recommended that if a software update
causes a TV’s power use to change more
than a small amount, then the TV must
be retested and recertified. (NRDC, No.
2 at p. 17)
ANSI/CTA–2037–C provides setup
requirements for functions including
quick start, MDD, and forced menus.
Section 9.1 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies that the UUT must operate on
the latest manufacturer-supplied
firmware and requires a factory reset to
ensure the TV is configured with the
most recent firmware update.
Section 9.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies instructions for the initial
configuration of the UUT, including
how to adjust according to initial setup
and forced menu prompts that may have
multiple configurations from which to
choose. ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies
disabling accessibility settings intended
for vision or hearing-impaired viewers
as well as choosing the configuration
that does not include the addition of
content such as applications (i.e.,
‘‘apps’’) or TV stations. Other than these
exceptions, ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies that the most powerconsumptive configuration must be
selected, and the selection must be
verified via a test if the most powerconsumptive configuration is unknown.
Section 9.7 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
requires all testing to be completed with
MDD disabled. Further, Section 9.9 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C provides criteria
that are used to determine whether
quick start is enabled or disabled during
testing. Specifically, quick start is
enabled during testing if it is enabled by
default or if the wake time of the TV is
greater than or equal to 10 seconds
when quick start is disabled. In the
latter scenario, quick start is enabled to
provide the shortest possible resume
time. To determine the wake time of the
TV for the quick start configuration,
ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies connecting
the UUT to LAN without any other
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devices connected, playing the SDR IEC
test clip, turning off the TV for 20
minutes, and turning it back on such
that it is configured to turn on to the
HDMI input connection that is playing
the IEC test clip. The time between
turning on the TV to content being
displayed is determined to be the wake
time of the TV for the configuration of
quick start function.
DOE proposes to adopt through
reference these sections of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C. DOE has tentatively determined
that adopting these sections would
address stakeholder comments, would
make the DOE test procedure consistent
with the industry standard for the
configuration of these settings, and
would ensure that the DOE test
procedure is measuring power
consumption in a representative and
repeatable manner.
While DOE is proposing to reference
these requirements, DOE notes that the
most power consumptive configuration
of a special function may not be readily
identified, as required in Section 9.2 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C, particularly
because ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies on
mode testing at three preset picture
settings. ANSI/CTA–2037–C does not
address which configuration should be
selected if a given special function
impacts power consumption differently
when testing the different preset picture
settings or power modes. Additionally,
the CTA working group is considering
updating this requirement to specify
that the most energy consumptive
configuration of a special function must
be selected if a forced menu is displayed
requiring the configuration of special
functions.
DOE believes it would be more
appropriate to require special functions
be configured in a manner that is the
most energy consumptive, as
represented by AEC, (rather than power
consumptive). Configuring special
functions in the most energy
consumptive state would mean
evaluating the AEC of the TV in a given
configuration. This approach would be
more repeatable and reproducible
because the proposed test procedure
includes multiple power consumption
tests (on mode in the SDR default, SDR
brightest, and HDR10 default preset
picture settings, and standby mode),
which makes it unclear which test’s
power consumption should be
evaluated for the configuration of
special functions. Therefore, DOE is
considering updating the requirement to
specify that for any special functions
that must be configured via a forced
menu prompt during initial setup, the
most energy consumptive state of the
special function, as represented by
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calculation of AEC, must be selected for
testing.
Alternately, if DOE were to consider
retaining the configuration of special
functions using the most power
consumptive state of the special
function, DOE would update the
requirement to configure special
functions in the state that would yield
the maximum average power. This is
because power consumption is an
instantaneous measurement and the
point at which power is measured could
impact the determination of the most
consumptive option.
In addition to considering changing
the configuration of special functions
from the most power consumptive state
to the most energy consumptive state,
the CTA working group is also
considering changing how the most
consumptive state is determined.
Currently, ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies
that the selection of the most power
consumptive state of a given special
function that must be configured via a
forced menu prompt must be verified by
measuring the power consumption of
each possible configuration. For CTA–
2037–D, the working group is
considering changing this requirement
to specify that the option that is more
likely to increase energy consumption
be selected. That is, rather than
verifying the power consumption
measurement in each state for each
forced menu prompted special function
(which could increase test duration and
the associated burden exponentially
depending on the number of forced
menu prompts and the number of
options to select for each prompt), the
proposal being considered by the CTA
working group would require the
configuration of special functions from
forced menu prompts based on expected
behavior of a given special function
configuration. The intent of this
provision would be to enable any
special function that is perceived to
provide additional functionality and to
disable any special function that is
perceived to remove functionality when
prompted by a forced menu. As an
example, if a UUT has a prompt for
enabling or disabling location sharing,
this special function is unlikely to use
a significant amount of additional
energy, but it is more likely that
enabling it will result in higher energy
consumption than disabling it, and
therefore, location sharing should be
enabled during testing, according to the
language under consideration by the
CTA working group.
The CTA working group is also
considering other alternate language to
eliminate subjective configuration of
special functions from forced menu
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prompts. In particular, the working
group is considering specifying that if it
is unknown which configuration yields
the most energy consumptive state, then
the configuration that enables more
functionality should be selected, such as
location sharing, data reporting, or data
backup. However, if a forced menu is
displayed requesting the configuration
of features that would reduce or save
energy, the configuration that consumes
maximum energy should be selected;
examples include: Smart viewing modes
or energy saving functionality. The
ultimate goal of such a requirement
would be to select the configuration that
consumes the most energy, and it is
expected that, generally, enabling more
functionality would consume more
energy. The CTA working group may
also consider selecting the option that is
highlighted or pre-selected when a
given forced menu prompt pops-up on
the screen.
In addition to the changes being
considered for the configuration of
special functions, the CTA working
group is considering some other updates
to the initial setup requirements.
Specifically, the working group is
considering specifying that the TV must
be tested in the default settings for all
functions other than those that require
configuration when a forced menu
prompt appears on the screen. Further,
the working group is considering
specifying that the tester must not log
into any services if prompted by a
forced menu during initial setup, unless
it is required for the setup of any other
functionality noted in the standard (e.g.,
smart wake functionality setup via a
smart speaker).
The working group also intends to
clarify certain requirements for quick
start. In particular, to measure the quick
start wake time, ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies that the test must be conducted
on LAN, without WAN connection. The
working group intends to remove this
requirement for CTA–2037–D, so that
the quick start wake time check is
conducted under the same settings as
the rest of the test (i.e., on WAN).
Additionally, ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies that the wake time must be
measured when the UUT wakes to the
HDMI input. However, it does not state
how the wake time should be measured
if the UUT does not wake to the HDMI
input. For CTA–2037–D, the working
group is considering specifying that if
the UUT does not wake to displaying
video content from the HDMI port, then
the wake time measurement period
would end as soon as an HDMI input
port can be selected to play content. The
intent of this requirement is that the
wake time is measured up until the
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point that a user can make a selection
on the TV and this time period would
determine whether quick start could
stay disabled during the test (i.e., if the
wake time is less than 10 seconds) or if
it should be enabled.
DOE requests comment on whether it
should consider requiring that if a
forced menu is displayed requesting the
configuration of specific features, then
the most energy-consumptive
configuration, as represented by AEC,
must be selected (rather than the most
power consumptive configuration).
Additionally, if stakeholders support
the use of the most power consumptive
configuration, DOE requests comment
on whether it should specify that the
power consumption measurement is
averaged over the duration of the test.
DOE additionally requests comment
on any approaches that are under
consideration for CTA–2037–D by the
CTA working group for the initial setup
of the TV, the configuration of forced
menu options, or the requirements for
the quick start wake time measurement
test.
2. Media Player Setup and Connection
Section 9.3 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies requirements for playing video
test files using the media player.
Specifically, this section specifies that
for all UUT setup and test tasks
requiring video play, video test files
stored on a USB flash drive shall be
played from the media player by
inserting the USB flash drive into the
media player, connecting the media
player to the UUT using an HDMI cable,
and selecting the HDMI input on the
UUT associated with the media player.
On the media player, a video setting
shall be selected that performs no video
processing (e.g., no noise reduction, no
upscaling, no adjustment of color, hue,
contrast, or brightness).
Sections 5.2 and 5.3 of appendix H
require the use of an HDMI input cable
and the HDMI input terminal that is
designed for viewing live TV or
dynamic content from a Blu-ray Disc
player or set-top-box. However,
appendix H does not provide additional
instructions regarding the settings that
must be selected for the media player
(e.g., noise reduction, upscaling, etc.).
Given DOE’s proposal to play the
media from a USB flash drive rather
than a Blu-ray Disc, DOE proposes to
incorporate by reference Section 9.3 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the media player
setup and connection.
3. Test Clips
Appendix H currently specifies use of
the IEC 62087:2011 Blu-ray Disc
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(i.e., the IEC test clip) for all on mode
testing. Section 5.7 of appendix H
requires the video aspect ratio of the
video signal to fill the entire screen, and
section 5.8 of appendix H requires the
frame rate and resolution of the video
signal to match the highest available
format signal capable of the UUT. In the
June 2016 RFI, DOE requested
comments on several topics related to
the IEC test clip, including the
representativeness of the test clip and
alternate test clips that DOE could
consider for testing TVs. 81 FR 41277.
NRDC recommended that DOE
continue to use the current IEC test clip
in the near-term, but that DOE develop
new content in the long term. (NRDC,
No. 2 at p. 8) NRDC recommended that
in the long term, the test clip should not
have excessive frequency of scene cuts
or abnormally short scenes. (NRDC, No.
2 at p. 8) NRDC further recommended
that in the long-term, DOE create
multiple versions of the test clip for
verification purposes in order to reduce
the potential for circumvention, and
that the clips used during such
verification testing could be changed
periodically and designed to deliver
similar results. (NRDC, No. 2 at p. 17)
NRDC also suggested that the test clip
be formatted in HD, UHD, and UHD +
HDR in the long term. (NRDC, No. 2 at
p. 8)
NEEA recommended that the test clip
be updated to be more representative of
popular content such as news, sports,
situation comedies, dramas,
commercials, YouTube, internet
browsing, and scrolling through still
photographs. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 5)
NEEA further commented that modern
UHD smart TVs can draw 40–100 watts
of power when displaying a fully black
image or no image at all. NEEA
recommended an updated test clip with
a portion that is fully or almost entirely
black, in order to determine how a TV’s
power use scales with its illumination.
NEEA commented that this would be
representative of scenarios when music
is played without accompanying video
content, an input signal is not applied,
or a dark scene is left paused for
extended period of time. NEEA also
recommended adding to the updated
test clip a scene where small amounts
of white text move against a fully black
background, as in the credit sequences
at the end of movies. NEEA asserted that
this would be a useful test to determine
power scaling capability, stating that
most non-emissive display TVs would
draw a significant amount of power to
display properly, while emissive
displays would not. (NEEA, No. 3 at p.
5) NEEA also recommended that the test
clip be formatted in native resolutions
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of 4K, HD, and SD, so that the TV
displays the content at its native
resolution. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 5) NEEA
recommended that HDR content be
included in future test clip
development. NEEA noted that HDR
content increases power use in TVs, and
energy-saving features are often disabled
or negated when TVs detect HDR
content. NEEA asserted that any test
clip without HDR encoding will underrepresent real-world TV energy
consumption as HDR content becomes
more common. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 7–8)
The CA IOUs recommended including
testing clips referenced in the June 2016
RFI (see 81 FR 41262, 41263–41264 for
a description of the test clips) in the
updated test procedure, stating they
may be more representative of realworld content than the IEC test clip. The
CA IOUs also recommended using
multiple test clips and requiring that the
power measurement for each clip be
within a certain range or tolerance, in
order to reduce the ability of a TV to
recognize a specific test clip. (CA IOUs,
No. 8 at p. 5) The CA IOUs also
recommended that the test clip be
updated to native UHD- and HDRenabled content. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at p.
5)
LG commented that viewers watch a
variety of content, and that different
content presents very different images.
LG recommended using a test clip
composed of a wide variety of genres in
order to reflect the variety of content
available to consumers. (LG, No. 4 at p.
2)
ASAP and NEEP recommended that
the test clip be updated to include 4K
+ HDR content. (ASAP and NEEP, No.
6 at p. 1)
CTA recommended that the test clip
include material consistent with 4K
UHD, HDR, and other new TV features.
However, CTA also commented that it
would take time and resources to
include HDR content in a test clip,
especially since the technology is fairly
new. CTA recommended allowing HDR
technology to mature before including it
in a test clip. (CTA, No. 7 at p. 6)
As discussed, EPCA requires that any
test procedure prescribed or amended
must be reasonably designed to produce
test results which measure energy
efficiency or energy use during a
representative average use cycle or
period of use and shall not be unduly
burdensome to conduct. (42 U.S.C.
6293(b)(3)) Since publication of the June
2016 RFI, stakeholders have
collaborated during both IEC and CTA
working groups to identify an
appropriate test clip for TV testing. As
a result of these meetings, the SDR IEC
test clip continues to be used for testing
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the SDR preset picture settings.
Additionally, an adapted HDR10 test
clip (referred to as the ‘‘HDR10 IEC test
clip’’ elsewhere in this document), has
been initially developed by the
Collaborative Labeling and Appliance
Standards Program (‘‘CLASP’’),18 for
testing HDR10 preset picture settings.
Members of the IEC and CTA working
groups have agreed to use this HDR10
test clip for testing HDR10 preset
picture settings in the respective
industry standards. DOE has
participated in these industry consensus
standards development efforts and
provided input on the test clip
development efforts as needed.
ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies use of
the SDR IEC test clip for SDR preset
picture settings and the HDR10 IEC test
clip for HDR10 preset picture settings,
while providing similar direction as
appendix H for the aspect ratio,
resolution, and frame rate of the video
signal. Additionally, as mentioned in
previous sections, ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies that the test clips be played via
a USB flash drive rather than a Blu-ray
Disc. Currently, the IEC test clips are
available for download on CTA’s
website at: shop.cta.tech/collections/
standards/products/determination-oftelevision-set-power-consumption-ansicta-2037-c. Should IEC make any
changes regarding access and
availability of these test clips prior to
the publication of the final rule, DOE
would update the reference in appendix
H accordingly.
DOE proposes to reference Sections
7.2 and 9.5 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C for
the test clip provisions. Section 7.2 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies the video
files that should be used for
determination of on mode power
consumption and states that the file
with the highest resolution supported
by the UUT shall be used. Four test
clips are specified in ANSI/CTA–2037–
C, two of which are used for SDR preset
picture settings and two of which are
used for HDR10 preset picture settings.
Section 9.5 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
additionally specifies that the aspect
ratio of the video content must fill the
entire screen without being cropped to
ensure all TV pixels are activated during
testing.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the SDR and
HDR10 IEC test clips specified in ANSI/
CTA–2037–C for testing TVs in the
default, brightest, and HDR10 preset
picture settings.
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4. Preset Picture Settings for On Mode
Tests
Appendix H requires on mode testing
only in the default preset picture
setting. In the June 2016 RFI, DOE
requested comment on whether it
should consider measuring on mode
power consumption in picture settings
other than the default picture settings,
and which picture settings DOE should
consider. 81 FR 41279. In response,
DOE received the following comments.
Samsung commented that using
default settings is appropriate and best
represents actual use. Samsung also
commented that according to an internal
study, approximately 60 percent of
consumers stay within the default
viewing settings through the lifetime of
their TVs. (Samsung, No. 5 at p. 2)
LG recommended against testing
picture settings other than the default
settings. LG stated that testing in other
modes could involve choosing between
large numbers of possible combinations,
which could be unnecessarily
burdensome. (LG, No. 4 at pp. 3–4) LG
noted that when viewers change picture
settings on an LG TV, other settings will
change automatically, since certain
settings are incompatible for an
optimized experience. LG further
commented that many such
combinations of settings might not be
representative of expected use. (LG, No.
4 at pp. 4–6) LG commented that it is
not aware of any academic or detailed
studies focusing on changes in default
modes for TVs but cited several studies
that concluded that consumers typically
do not deviate from the default settings.
(LG, No. 4 at p. 4) LG further
emphasized that some consumers prefer
viewing a screen that other consumers
would consider too bright or too vivid.
LG stated that, while it sets the default
picture settings to provide the picture
that it believes most viewers want most
of the time, viewers can also alter the
settings to select the picture they prefer.
(LG, No. 10 at pp. 1–2) LG asserted that
most people do not change the default
settings. (LG, No. 10 at pp. 3–4)
Regarding testing in two modes as
suggested by other commenters
(discussed in the following paragraphs),
LG asserted that such an approach
would not be allowed under EPCA
because there is no evidence that the
most power consumptive state
represents an average use cycle. (LG,
No. 10 at p. 4)
CTA commented that most consumers
do not change the default picture mode
and recommended that TVs be tested in
their default mode. (CTA, No. 7 at p. 6)
NRDC commented that energy-saving
features on some TVs are automatically
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disabled, without warning to the user,
whenever the default picture settings
are changed. (NRDC, No. 2 at p. 1)
NRDC suggested requiring two tests:
The first test would be performed with
default settings, provided that the user
is not encouraged to disable the energysavings features via on-screen messages;
the second test would be performed
with the TV in its most energyconsumptive state, with energy-saving
features disabled. NRDC commented
that the measured power from each
mode could then be aggregated using a
weighted metric. (NRDC, No. 2 at pp.
12–13, 17)
NEEA recommended that a TV’s
reported energy consumption should
combine a weighted aggregate of its
measured power in default mode with
the measured power in the most energyconsumptive mode. NEEA
recommended determining the
‘‘maximum’’ power draw by measuring
power after identifying the brightest
preset picture setting through
luminance testing. (NEEA, No. 3 at p.
12) NEEA recommended that power be
measured in multiple preset picture
modes and averaged in a weighted
fashion. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 11) NEEA
further recommended that DOE collect
survey data to determine how heavily to
weight energy consumption in the
default mode versus other modes in
which TVs may be operating. (NEEA,
No. 3 at p. 11) NEEA also cited research
performed by 3M in 2011, which
showed that 47 percent of consumers
using HDMI or streamed sources
intentionally changed the settings on
their TVs to make them brighter. NEEA
asserted that the result is that at least
half of all TVs in the United States
could be in more power consumptive
modes than the default picture setting.
(NEEA, No. 3 at pp. 10–11)
CA IOUs commented that a market
research study conducted in July 2011
by CBS Vision found that 46 percent of
the respondents changed the picture
settings on their newest TV since it was
purchased. CA IOUs recommended that
the test procedure require that on mode
power be measured in preset picture
settings other than the default picture
setting. CA IOUs further recommended
that the test procedure be amended to
allow any preset picture setting to be
measured using the test procedure. (CA
IOUs, No. 8 at pp. 3–4) CA IOUs
recommended that the reporting for TVs
with ABC enabled by default be
modified so that the on mode power
measurements recorded for the ABC test
are reported along with the on mode
power with ABC disabled. CA IOUs also
recommended testing each TV in both
its default state and its most energy-
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consumptive mode. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at
pp. 3–5)
ASAP and NEEP recommended that
the test procedure be updated to
account for any energy-saving features
that are automatically disabled
whenever the user makes any change to
default settings. (ASAP and NEEP, No.
6 at p. 1)
ANSI/CTA–2037–C requires on mode
testing using three preset picture
settings, based on the functionality of
the TV. ANSI/CTA–2037–C requires all
TVs to be tested in the default SDR,
brightest SDR, and the default HDR10
preset picture settings. These preset
picture settings are determined in
Sections 9.6 and 9.8 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C. Specifically, Section 9.6 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C requires the tester to
play the SDR IEC test clip to identify the
SDR default preset picture setting and
the HDR10 IEC test clip to identify the
HDR10 default preset picture setting. If
ABC is enabled by default in these
preset picture settings, the on mode test
is conducted with ABC enabled. Section
9.8 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C instructs the
tester to identify the brightest preset
picture setting using the SDR IEC test
clip, which is played for 5 minutes
while the camera photometer collects
the dynamic luminance of the UUT in
each preset picture setting. The preset
picture setting with the highest dynamic
luminance is determined to be the
brightest preset picture setting and is
used during on mode testing. Section
9.8 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C also includes
details such as how to determine the
brightest preset picture setting if the
dynamic luminance of the considered
settings are very similar and specifies
certain preset picture settings that are
specifically excluded, such as ‘‘PC’’ or
‘‘Game.’’ Additionally, for CTA–2037–
D, the CTA working group is
considering explicitly stating that the
brightest preset picture setting must be
identified with ABC disabled.
DOE has tentatively determined the
methodology specified in ANSI/CTA–
2037–C addresses many of the concerns
expressed in the comments submitted
by NRDC, NEEA, the CA IOUs, and
ASAP and NEEP; and that this
methodology—by capturing a range of
preset picture settings that are reflective
of different resolutions and brightness
settings that consumers may choose
among—would produce test results that
are more representative of average TV
use than the current requirements of
appendix H. Therefore, DOE proposes to
reference Sections 9.6 and 9.8 of ANSI/
CTA–2037–C to identify the preset
picture settings that must be selected for
testing. DOE additionally proposes to
specify that the brightest preset picture
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setting must be identified with ABC
disabled, as is being considered for
CTA–2037–D, because the goal of the
brightest preset picture setting selection
is to test the UUT when it may be
operated at its most power consumptive
state; this would be achieved when ABC
is disabled.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the requirements
in ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the selection
of the preset picture settings that must
be used for testing and additionally
specifying that the brightest preset
picture setting be identified with ABC
disabled.
DOE is aware of certain preset picture
settings being introduced on recent TVs
that are known to adapt the TV’s
configuration based on the content,
usage pattern, and the environment in
which the TV operates. These TVs use
artificial intelligence technology to
adapt and adjust these settings and such
a preset picture setting is sometimes
available in addition to Filmmaker
mode (defined in section III.C of this
document). While DOE is not proposing
any requirement around such a preset
picture setting, it requests additional
information about such preset picture
settings and whether DOE should
consider excluding such preset picture
settings when selecting the default SDR,
brightest SDR, and default HDR10 preset
picture settings that are required for
testing on mode power consumption.
DOE requests information on preset
picture settings that can adapt the TV’s
configuration based on content, usage
pattern, environment, etc. DOE also
requests comment on whether such
preset picture settings should be
excluded from testing, even if they are
one of the default SDR, brightest SDR,
or default HDR10 preset picture settings.
If stakeholders support excluding such
a preset picture setting from testing,
DOE requests comment on which preset
picture setting(s) should be used for
testing instead, particularly if the
intelligent preset picture setting is a
default SDR or default HDR10 preset
picture setting.
5. Sound Level
Section 5.9 of appendix H specifies
that the TV sound level shall be
configured in accordance with Section
11.4.11 of IEC 62087:2011. Section
11.4.11 of IEC 62087:2011 specifies that
the volume control shall be adjusted to
a level at which the sound output is
audible. DOE understands this
instruction to mean starting with the
volume control at zero and increasing
the volume until an audible level is
achieved. Section 9.4 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C specifies that the volume
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control shall be adjusted to a level
greater than zero that is closest to 2
percent of the maximum (e.g., a TV with
a maximum level of 30 would have its
volume set to 1). As this requirement is
more objective than the current
requirement specified in IEC
62087:2011, while resulting in
comparable sound levels, DOE proposes
to reference Section 9.4 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C for the sound level requirements
in appendix H.
6. Network Configuration
Section 5.10 of appendix H specifies
the network connection configuration to
which the UUT must be connected.
Section 5.10.2 of appendix H requires
the UUT to be connected to a LAN both
in on mode and prior to being placed in
standby mode, if the TV is network
enabled. The LAN shall allow devices to
ping other devices on the network, but
must not allow access to a WAN.
Section 5.10.2 also provides a network
connection hierarchy table prioritizing
that the UUT be connected via Wi-Fi,
then Ethernet if Wi-Fi is not supported
by the UUT.
In response to the June 2016 RFI,
NRDC and ASAP and NEEP
recommended that the standby mode
test be performed while the TV is
connected to a live internet signal (i.e.,
WAN) during testing and not just to a
local network (i.e., LAN), as is currently
required. (NRDC, No. 2 at pp. 16–17;
ASAP and NEEP, No. 6 at p. 1) The CA
IOUs recommended that network
connectivity be enabled in standby and
on mode testing. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at p.
5)
Sections 7.1.8, 9.10, and 9.11 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C include
requirements for network-related
equipment and configuration of network
connections, and configuration of
specified networking devices.
Specifically, Section 7.1.8.1 of ANSI/
CTA–2037–C specifies that the internet
network connection shall support
download speeds of at least 25
megabytes per second (‘‘MBps’’) and
upload speeds of at least 3 Mbps.
Sections 7.1.8.2 and 7.1.8.3 specify the
use of a smart speaker that shall be used
to conduct the wake-by-smart-speaker
test and the use of a mobile device that
is used for remote control and casting
applications. Section 7.1.8.4 specifies
that a network traffic generator shall be
configured to output multicast
discovery packets to the LAN every 1
second. The packets include requests to
the UUT typical of everyday use 19 that
19 For example, the packets include commands
sent to the Google and Spotify internet servers.
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can be responded to over LAN by the
UUT. Section 9.10 requires that for
UUTs that are network enabled, both the
on mode and standby mode tests be
conducted with the UUT connected to
an internet-connected (i.e., WANconnected) LAN network segment that
includes no other networking devices
besides the devices required to conduct
the test (i.e., the smart speaker, mobile
device, and network traffic generator).
That is, ANSI/CTA–2037–C requires
that all on mode and standby mode tests
be conducted with the UUT connected
to WAN as well as up to three
additional devices (i.e., the smart
speaker, mobile device, and network
traffic generator) connected via the
LAN. Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA–2037–
C specifies that for TVs that are
advertised to support wake-by-remotecontrol-app (WbRA), wake-on-cast
(WoC), or wake-by-smart-speaker (WbS),
enable as many of the supported smart
wake features as possible. Any devices
used to configure these features (e.g.,
mobile device, smart speaker, etc.)
should be connected to the same LAN
as the UUT. Section 9.11 further
specifies that the goal is to configure the
UUT to wake with as many of the three
identified smart wake features as
possible. Additionally, the CTA working
group is considering explicitly
specifying the following additional
requirements: (a) The LAN must not
include other networking devices
besides the devices required to conduct
the test; (b) internet connectivity must
be confirmed (e.g., by streaming media);
(c) if the UUT does not support Wi-Fi
or Ethernet connectivity then it shall not
be connected to other possible forms of
network connection (e.g., MoCA); and,
(d) the three smart wake features must
be enabled before performing any of the
on or standby mode tests.
DOE’s analysis of the market indicates
that most TVs currently on the market
are equipped with the capability to
connect to the network. The growing
availability of streaming services and
video content via digital media suggests
that a growing percentage of TVs are
connected to an active internet
connection when installed in a
consumer’s home. Additionally, the
growth in the market for connected
devices, particularly mobile devices and
smart speakers, suggests that these
devices are also becoming more
prevalent in consumer homes.
Accordingly, DOE tentatively concludes
that the network configuration
requirements specified in ANSI/CTA–
2037–C—which require an active
internet connection for the TV and the
configuration of three different types of
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devices connected to the same local
network—are more representative of
TVs currently sold on the market than
the requirements currently specified in
appendix H. Therefore, DOE proposes to
reference the network connection
requirements specified in Sections 7.1.8,
9.10, and 9.11 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Sections 7.1.8,
9.10, and 9.11 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C for
the network configuration requirements.
DOE also requests comment on the
updates being considered by the CTA
working group for CTA–2037–D as it
pertains to the WAN and LAN
connection requirements and the
connection requirements for smart wake
features.
DOE has found through its testing that
configuring the specified network
devices, especially the smart speaker, to
communicate with the TV was
challenging for some TV models. While
some TV models provide clear
instructions in the user manual for
smart speaker setup that allowed for
relatively quick and easy configuration,
other models did not provide adequate
instructions within the user manual, TV
menus, or the manufacturer website that
would allow the tester to configure the
TV to connect to the smart speaker
correctly. For two models in particular,
DOE had to seek additional sources for
instructions—such as technology
discussion forums on the internet and
third-party websites—that provided
more detailed instructions to configure
the smart speaker. These third-party
instructions typically identified one or
more additional steps that were missing
in the manufacturer instructions, and
that when followed would allow the
smart speaker and TV to communicate
with each other.20
Another challenge that DOE
experienced in connecting a smart
speaker to the TV was that some TVs
were only able to connect to certain
smart speaker brands, but not others.
For one TV model in particular, DOE
was only able to connect the TV to one
particular smart speaker brand, despite
the TV’s user manual explicitly stating
that the TV could be connected with
multiple different smart brands.
DOE requests feedback on its
observed challenges with pairing certain
TV models with smart speakers, and
whether other laboratories have
experienced similar challenges
configuring smart speakers or any of the
20 For example, on one unit, the third-party
information identified the need to access a specific
setting several layers ‘‘deep’’ within the TV settings
menu in order to activate the smart speaker
functionality. This information was not specified in
the manufacturer-provided instructions.
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other specified networking devices to
connect with a TV model.
DOE also requests comment on
whether DOE should consider providing
any additional specifications beyond
those provided in ANSI/CTA–2037–C,
or those being considered for CTA–
2037–D, to facilitate establishing the
required network connections with
additional devices.
G. Test Conduct
Section 7 of appendix H specifies the
tests for measuring on mode power
consumption, luminance, standby mode
power consumption, and off mode
power consumption. The following
sections describe proposed changes to
each of these tests.
1. On Mode Test
As discussed in previous sections,
DOE is proposing to adopt the testing
requirements specified in ANSI/CTA–
2037–C, which specifies a new method
to measure dynamic screen luminance
at the same time as on mode power
consumption. Accordingly, the on mode
test specified in ANSI/CTA–2037–C,
which DOE proposes to adopt, specifies
requirements for camera configuration,
UUT stabilization, and measurement of
luminance and power consumption.
Section 10 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies the camera configuration and
UUT stabilization procedure. First, the
camera photometer must be configured
to ensure that the UUT’s screen border
fits in the camera’s field of view.
Additionally, the color correction
factors must be identified, if necessary,
per the camera manufacturer’s
instructions. The UUT is then stabilized
by playing the first 5 minutes of the IEC
SDR test clip multiple times until the
average power level between successive
runs of the clip is within 2 percent. The
procedure specifies that final camera
configuration is performed just before
on mode testing so that the UUT
remains stabilized during the transition
from this step to on mode testing. DOE
proposes to reference Section 10 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C in appendix H to
specify the UUT and camera photometer
stabilization requirements.
Section 11.1 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies the on mode test conduct,
which as discussed, specifies measuring
power consumption and dynamic
luminance simultaneously. ANSI/CTA–
2037–C specifies conducting on mode
testing in the SDR default, SDR
brightest, and HDR10 default preset
picture settings. All UUTs are tested
with ABC off at the default backlight in
each preset picture setting. Any preset
picture setting with ABC off by default
is additionally tested with the backlight
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backlight level. Any preset picture
setting with ABC on by default is
additionally tested at 140 lux, 50 lux, 17
lux, and 4 lux room illuminance levels.
These room illuminance levels are not
identical, but are in practice equivalent,
to the room illuminance levels specified
in the current appendix H (i.e., 100 lux,
35 lux, 12, lux, and 3 lux) for the
following reason. Appendix H requires
the lamp to be placed directly in front
of the ABC sensor to set room
illuminance levels at 100 lux, 35 lux, 12
lux, and 3 lux. Given that ANSI/CTA–
2037–C specifies the lamp to be placed
at an angle of 45° from the ABC sensor,
the room illuminance levels are slightly
higher to ensure that the light at the
ABC sensor is equivalent to the current
room illuminance values.
DOE proposes to reference these
requirements for the on mode power
and luminance measurements in the
default SDR, brightest SDR, and default
HDR10 preset picture settings. However,
for the brightest SDR preset picture
setting, DOE proposes to only utilize the
on mode power consumption with ABC
disabled for the calculation of AEC,
regardless of the default ABC setting.
This is because the selection of the
brightest preset picture setting is done
with ABC disabled (as discussed in
section III.F.4 of this document). If ABC
were then enabled during the on mode
measurement test, it would be
inconsistent with how the preset picture
setting was selected and may not truly
capture the intended brightest preset
picture setting’s luminance and power.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 10 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the camera
photometer and stabilization
requirements.
DOE also requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 11.1 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C, for the on mode
dynamic luminance and power
measurement. Specifically, DOE
requests comment on using the brightest
preset picture setting measurement with
ABC turned off for the AEC calculation,
regardless of its default setting.
2. Luminance Test
Section 7.2 of appendix H specifies
the procedures for measuring the
luminance of the UUT by playing the
static IEC 3-bar, black-and-white image
and measuring the instantaneous
luminance. As discussed, ANSI/CTA–
2037–C specifies measuring the
dynamic luminance concurrently with
on mode power consumption in each
preset picture setting utilizing a camera
photometer, which provides more
representative results compared to a
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single instantaneous luminance. As
such, DOE is proposing to reference
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the on mode
power consumption and dynamic
luminance measurement, as discussed
in section III.G.1 of this document.
Therefore, DOE proposes to remove the
separate luminance test currently
specified in section 7.2 of appendix H.
3. Standby Mode Test
Section 7.3 of appendix H specifies
the procedures for measuring the power
consumption of TVs in standby mode,
which encompasses standby-passive
mode and standby-active, low mode.
For conducting these tests, appendix
H specifies using the methodology
prescribed in Section 5.3.1 of IEC 62301
Ed. 2.0, which states that standby mode
power consumption shall be determined
using one of three methods—sampling
method, average reading method, or
direct meter reading method.
Specifically, IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0 specifies
that the UUT must be energized for not
less than 15 minutes; data recorded in
the second two-thirds of the total test
duration is used to determine stability.
For input powers less than or equal to
1 watt, stability is established when a
linear regression through all power
readings for the second two thirds of the
data has a slope of less than 10 milliwatts per hour (‘‘mW/h’’) for input
powers of more than 1 watt, stability is
established when a linear regression
through all power readings for the
second two thirds of the data has a slope
of less than 1 percent of the measured
input power per hour. The test duration
is extended up to a maximum of 3 hours
until the stability criteria are met. If
stability cannot be achieved within 3
hours, IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0 specifies
assessing the raw data for periodic or
cyclic patterns to meet different criteria
specific to cyclic or irregular power
consumption patterns. IEC 62301 Ed.
2.0 also specifies additional
requirements for different scenarios,
such as modes with cycle, non-cyclic,
unstable, or irregular power
consumption.
In response to the June 2016 RFI,
NRDC and ASAP and NEEP
recommended that the standby mode
test be performed while the TV is
connected to a live internet signal
during testing and not just to LAN, as
is currently required. NRDC and ASAP
and NEEP also recommended that the
standby test duration be extended.
(NRDC, No. 2 at pp. 16–17; ASAP and
NEEP, No. 6 at p. 1) CA IOUs
recommended that network connectivity
be enabled in standby and on mode
testing. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at p. 5)
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Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies the procedures for performing
the standby mode test. As part of the
overall setup and configuration
requirements, the UUT is connected to
WAN, and up to three devices (i.e.,
smart speaker, mobile device, and
network traffic generator) are connected
to the same LAN, as discussed
previously in section III.F.6 of this
document. Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C specifies that the standby-active
and standby-passive measurements
shall be conducted by powering down
the UUT from the SDR default preset
picture setting configuration. After the
UUT is powered down, power
consumption is measured at intervals of
1 second or shorter, and the test
concludes when the cumulative average
of all data points taken in the last third
of the measurement period falls within
±1 percent or ±10 milliwatts (‘‘mW’’) of
the average of the last two thirds of the
total measurement period. The total
measurement period cannot be less than
60 minutes nor greater than 240
minutes. The standby power
measurement is the average power
reading during the last two thirds of the
total measurement period. If a UUT does
not meet the stability criteria at the end
of 240 minutes, ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies reviewing the power trace for
any signs of unusual behavior, such as
an automatic update, and requires
repeating the test if atypical behavior
was observed. Depending on the
network capabilities of the UUT, the
measurement performed during the
standby test is recorded as either a
standby-active mode 21 measurement or
a standby-passive mode 22
measurement.
Accompanying the standby mode test,
Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
additionally requires a series of ‘‘wake’’
commands to be sent from the specified
networking devices to the TV to verify
that the TV is properly connected to the
LAN and properly configured to
communicate with other devices on the
network. As discussed in section III.F.6
of this document, Section 9.11 of ANSI/
CTA–2037–C specifies how to wake the
TV using three possible wake
21 Section 5.1 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C defines
standby-active mode as a partial on mode power
mode in which the UUT is connected to an external
power source and does not provide picture or
sound. The UUT can be switched into another
power mode with the remote control unit, an
internal signal, or an external signal.
22 Section 5.1 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C defines
standby-passive mode as a partial on mode power
mode in which the UUT is connected to an external
power source and does not provide picture or
sound. The UUT can be switched into another
power mode with the remote control unit or an
internal signal, but not with an external signal.
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commands: Wake-by-remote-controlapp (WbRA), wake-on-cast (WoC), or
wake-by-smart-speaker (WbS). To start
the test, the UUT is first powered down
for 5 seconds and then powered on via
one of the three wake commands
according to the following hierarchy:
WbS if available, otherwise WoC,
otherwise WbRA (hereafter referred to
as the ‘‘5-second check test’’). The
standby test is then performed, as
described in the previous paragraph.
Subsequently, at the end of the standby
mode test, the TV must be woken using
the same hierarchy as was used during
the initial 5-second check test.
For CTA–2037–D, the CTA working
group is considering certain revisions to
the test method for measuring power
consumption in standby mode. The
following paragraph enumerates the
revisions under consideration for the
standby mode test.
First, the working group is
considering removing the requirement
that the UUT must be woken using the
smart wake devices at the end of the
standby mode test. Instead, the 5-second
check test is performed only once when
the UUT is first powered down for 5
seconds. If any or all of the configured
smart wake features fail the 5-second
check test, then they must remain
configured for the duration of the test.
Additionally, the working group is
considering three different parameters
to record the standby mode power
consumption, depending on the level of
functionality provided by the UUT in
standby mode. For UUTs with at least
one smart wake feature enabled, the
power consumption is recorded as
‘partial on mode power with smart wake
enabled’. For UUTs with no advertised
or enabled smart wake features, the
power consumption is recorded as
‘partial on mode power with internet
connection’ and for non-internet
connected UUTs, the power
consumption is recorded as ‘partial on
mode power without internet
connection’. Finally, the working group
is considering removing the wake time
test provisions since this measurement
is not repeatable because it is dependent
on how the TV is woken.
The working group contended that the
requirement to wake the UUT using the
smart wake functionality at the end of
the standby mode test would not be
repeatable because some TVs can be
woken only at certain times when in
standby mode. For such TVs, the
standby mode power consumption
cycles between a high power state (e.g.,
15 watts) and a low power state (e.g., 1–
2 watts). Depending on when the wake
command is issued to the TV, the smart
wake feature may successfully wake the
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UUT (e.g., if the command is sent when
the TV is in the high power state) or it
may not wake the UUT (e.g., if the
command is sent when the TV is in the
low power state). This could impact the
repeatability of the test. However, DOE
is concerned that if a TV cannot be
consistently woken at the end of
standby mode, the measurement would
not be representative of real-world use.
Additionally, during round robin
testing, DOE observed challenges in
powering on certain TV models using
the network connected devices. For one
model specifically, the 5-second check
test conducted before the start of
standby testing yielded inconsistent
results—sometimes requiring multiple
wake commands to turn on the unit
with the smart speaker or mobile device.
DOE repeated the standby test at least
four times and made the following
observations. First, the UUT could be
woken using smart wake functions only
one time. It is likely that this wake
command aligned with when the TV
was in a high-power state while others
were in a low-power state. Second, the
average power consumption of the four
tests, measured over a 40 minute test
duration was 3.5 watts, 6.9 watts, 10.3
watts, and 11 watts. This shows
significant variation between the results,
even though the UUT was configured to
wake with smart wake features each
time. It is possible that the average
power over a longer duration, as is
specified in ANSI/CTA–2037–C, would
lead to more repeatable results.
Overall, DOE notes that in some
instances neither the standby mode
measurement nor the wake test were
repeatable. Lacking additional data,
DOE proposes to reference the
requirement specified in ANSI/CTA–
2037–C, which specifies that the wake
test must be performed at the end of the
standby mode measurement.
DOE requests stakeholders to provide
any additional data and information
regarding the repeatability of the
standby mode test when connected to
smart wake functions, the ability to
consistently wake the UUT using smart
wake functionality, and the
representativeness of the standby mode
test, if a wake test is not included at the
end of the standby mode duration.
Accordingly, DOE proposes to
reference Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C for the instructions to wake the
UUT from standby mode using network
connected devices, and Section 11.2 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C to conduct the
standby mode test. Specifically, DOE
proposes that at the end of the standby
mode test, the UUT must be woken
using the smart wake features (as is
specified in Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA–
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preference: Wake-by-smart-speaker,
wake-on-cast, and wake-by-remotecontrol-app. If the UUT can be powered
on using any one of these methods, its
standby mode power should be
recorded as ‘standby power with smart
wake enabled’. However, if the UUT
cannot be powered on using any of the
three specified methods either during
the 5-second check test or at the end of
the standby mode test, the measured
standby mode power consumption
would be recorded as ‘standby power
with internet connection and without
smart wake enabled’.
Similarly, DOE proposes that if the
UUT was powered on during the 5second check test but is unable to be
powered on via any of the network
connected devices at the end of the
standby mode test, the measured power
consumption would be recorded as
‘standby power with internet
connection and without smart wake
enabled’. Additionally, TVs that do not
have network capability would be
required to record the measured standby
power consumption as standby-passive
mode measurement.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 11.2 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C to measure the
power consumption in standby mode
with some additional specifications.
DOE also requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 9.11 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for conducting the
wake tests at the completion of standby
mode.
DOE requests comment on the
revisions that are under consideration
for the standby mode test by the CTA
working group.
DOE requests comment on whether it
is appropriate to differentiate the
standby mode power consumption of
TVs that can be powered on using any
of the three specified methods versus
those that cannot be powered on using
the smart wake features. DOE also
requests comment on whether there
would be any benefit to differentiating
between the power consumption of such
TVs. DOE requests comment on whether
the parameters ‘standby smart wake’
and ‘standby internet’ are appropriate or
if it should consider other parameters,
such as ‘standby-active, high’ and
‘standby-active, low’, respectively.
Additionally, as described, Section
11.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies
that if a UUT does not meet the stability
criteria at the end of the 240 minute
measurement period, the tester should
review the logged data for any signs of
unusual behavior, like that associated
with the TV performing an automatic
update, and redo the test if atypical
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behavior was observed. DOE notes that
Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C does
not provide instruction for how to
proceed if review of the logged data
does not show any signs of unusual
behavior.
During its testing of TVs, DOE has
observed that some TVs do not meet the
stability criteria after 240 minutes
despite not exhibiting any unusual
behavior. Furthermore, some models
did not achieve stability as defined by
ANSI/CTA–2037–C even after
significantly extended test durations
(e.g., 24 hours, 48 hours, 76 hours, etc.).
Observation of the logged power data on
such TVs indicates that the TVs
fluctuate between a low power
consumption range and a high power
consumption range, but that this
fluctuation is not cyclic or periodic (i.e.,
it does not have an observable pattern).
It is likely that such TVs are performing
background activity at irregular
intervals during standby mode, which
results in fluctuations in the average
power consumption that exceed the
narrow bounds of the stability criteria.
To accommodate TVs that do not
achieve stability after the end of the
specified 240 minute measurement
period, DOE proposes that the stability
requirement is waived if the full 240
minutes conclude without meeting the
stability criteria. In such cases, the
average power during the last two-thirds
of the measurement period would be
recorded as the standby-active mode
measurement.
Finally, DOE notes that Section 11.2
of ANSI/CTA–2037–C includes
instruction to measure the wake time
when performing the wake procedure
following completion of the standby
mode test. The CTA working group is
evaluating whether the wake time test
should be eliminated from CTA–2037–
D. DOE proposes to exclude the
measurement of wake time from the
DOE test procedure, because DOE
tentatively concludes that ‘‘wake time’’
is a performance related feature that
does not impact the energy
consumption of the UUT.
For TVs that do not meet the stability
criteria of the standby mode
measurement, DOE requests comment
on measuring power consumption for
240 minutes and using the average
power consumption over the last twothirds of the measurement period as the
standby-active mode measurement.
4. Off Mode Test
Section 7.4 of appendix H references
IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0 for measuring the off
mode power consumption of TVs.
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ANSI/CTA–2037–C specifies the same
methodology to measure off mode
power consumption as that specified for
standby mode (discussed in section
III.G.3 of this document). However, for
CTA–2037–D, the CTA working group is
considering removing an off mode test.
DOE is not proposing a test to
measure TV power consumption in off
mode and instead proposes to remove
the existing off mode test specified in
appendix H because TVs generally do
not have an off mode that is distinct
from standby mode. Even when a TV is
powered off using a remote, it typically
has some functionality operational to be
able to receive a signal from the remote
control or other device to turn back on,
which meets the definition of standby
mode rather than off mode.
DOE requests comment on its
proposal to remove the off mode test
from appendix H.
H. Calculation of Annual Energy
Consumption
Section 8 of appendix H specifies the
calculation and rounding requirements
for AEC using the on and standby mode
power consumption measurements.
ANSI/CTA–2037–C does not contain an
equivalent section for the calculation of
AEC. Therefore, DOE proposes to retain
the current AEC calculation
requirements in appendix H but
proposes certain modifications
consistent with the proposed
amendments to the on, standby, and off
mode tests.
To calculate AEC, DOE first proposes
that the average on mode power
consumption be calculated as the
average of the on mode power in the
three preset picture settings: SDR
default, SDR brightest, and HDR10
default. If ABC is enabled for the SDR
or HDR10 default preset picture settings,
the power consumption at each of the
four room illuminance levels would be
used to determine the average power
consumption of the preset picture
setting. The proposed equations below
detail the calculation of on mode power
consumption and AEC. The proposed
calculation of AEC is different from the
current calculation in appendix H
primarily in the value used for POn.
Given that appendix H specifies testing
only the default preset picture setting in
on mode, POn reflects the average power
consumption in that default preset
picture setting. However, in this
document, DOE proposes testing three
preset picture settings for on mode
power consumption; therefore, POn
would be the average of the power
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consumption in the tested preset picture
settings.
Pon = (PDefault + PBrightest + PHDR10)/3
Where:
PDefault = the measured average power
consumption in the default SDR preset
picture setting, if ABC is disabled
OR
PDefault = (PDefault_140 + PDefault_50 +
PDefault_17 + PDefault_4)/4
if ABC is enabled by default in the default
SDR preset picture setting and, PDefault_
140, PDefault_50, PDefault_17, and PDefault_4 are
the average power consumption values at
room illuminance levels of 140, 50, 17,
and 4 lux, respectively
PBrightest = the measured average power
consumption in the brightest SDR preset
picture setting
PHDR10 = the measured average power
consumption in the default HDR10
preset picture setting, if ABC is disabled
OR
PHDR10 = (PHDR10_140 + PHDR10_50 +
PHDR10_17 + PHDR10_4)/4
if ABC is enabled by default in the default
HDR10 preset picture setting and,
PHDR10_140, PHDR10_50, PHDR10_17, and
PHDR10_4 are the average power
consumption values at room illuminance
levels of 140, 50, 17, and 4 lux,
respectively
For standby mode, DOE proposes to
retain the same hours per day spent in
standby mode, but instead of standbyactive and standby-passive, as currently
specified in appendix H, DOE proposes
to use standby power with smart wake,
standby power with internet
connection, and standby-passive, as
specified in section III.G.3 of this
document.
Additionally, DOE proposes to retain
the AEC equation currently specified in
appendix H but to remove the off mode
variable. Given the current AEC
equation assigns 0 hours to off mode,
DOE proposes to retain the same
weighting factors for on and standby
modes.
The proposed AEC equation is
presented below:
AEC = 365 * (Pon * Hon + Pstandby_smart_
wake * Hstandby_smart_wake + Pstandby_
internet * Hstandby_internet + Pstandby_passive
* Hstandby_passive)/1000
Where:
Pm = power measured in a given mode m (in
Watts)
Hm = hours per day spent in mode m
365 = conversion factor from daily to yearly
1000 = conversion factor from watts to
kilowatts
And values for Hm are as specified in
Table III.2.
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Hstandby_smart_
Hon
Standby smart wake ........................................................................................
Standby internet ...............................................................................................
Standby-passive ..............................................................................................
DOE requests comment on its
proposed calculations for the average on
mode power consumption and AEC.
I. Test Procedure Costs and
Harmonization
1. Test Procedure Costs and Impact
In this NOPR, DOE proposes to amend
the existing test procedure for TVs by
proposing to reference ANSI/CTA–
2037–C to measure on mode dynamic
screen luminance and power
consumption as well as standby mode
power consumption. ANSI/CTA–2037–
C has several differences in testing TVs
compared to the current test method at
appendix H. Key differences include
testing three preset picture settings as
opposed to a single default picture
setting; measuring dynamic screen
luminance over the entire duration of
the test clip using a camera photometer
at the same time as on mode power
wake
5
5
5
consumption measurement; using an
LED lamp setup at an angle of 45° for
testing TVs with ABC enabled by
default; and, testing on and standby
mode with an active internet connection
(i.e., WAN) and additionally connecting
the TV to three other devices on LAN
to wake the TV from standby mode to
on mode. DOE has tentatively
determined that these proposed
amendments would impact testing costs
as discussed in the following
paragraphs.
Given the new equipment, setup, and
testing requirements specified in ANSI/
CTA–2037–C, which DOE is proposing
to reference, DOE estimates that TV
testing would have a one-time
equipment investment cost, a one-time
re-testing cost, and additional annual
testing costs for the TVs covered by this
NOPR.
To determine the potential costs
manufacturers would incur due to the
Hstandby_internet
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Hstandby_passive
0
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proposed test procedure amendments,
DOE used data from DOE’s publicly
available Compliance Certification
Database (‘‘CCD’’) to estimate the
number of unique basic models that are
currently covered by the existing DOE
test procedures. Based on data from
DOE’s CCD, DOE estimated there are
approximately 3,346 unique basic
models currently on the market. DOE
also estimated the amount of time it
would take manufacturers to test a
single TV unit to the proposed test
procedure amendments, as well as the
amount of time it currently takes
manufacturers to test a single TV unit to
the existing DOE test procedures. Table
III.3 presents the estimated amount of
time a technician would need to spend
to test a single TV unit under the
existing DOE test procedures and under
the proposed test procedure
amendments.
TABLE III.3—ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF TIME TO TEST TVS UNDER THE EXISTING DOE TEST PROCEDURES AND THE
PROPOSED DOE TEST PROCEDURES
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Total Test Duration ........................................
.........................
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.........................
.........................
.........................
.........................
........................
60
10–40
33
30
25
........................
60
25
33
30
25
15
15–20
55–110
30–45
20–30
65–100
15
18
83
38
25
83
hours .............................
2.6–3.1
2.88
3.3–5.3
4.37
minutes
minutes
minutes
minutes
minutes
minutes
Based on data from the Bureau of
Labor Statistics’ (‘‘BLS’s’’) Occupational
Employment and Wage Statistics, the
mean hourly wage for an electronics
technician is $32.84.23 Additionally,
DOE used data from BLS’s Employer
Costs for Employee Compensation to
estimate the percent that wages
comprise the total compensation for an
employee. DOE estimated that wages
make up 70.6 percent of the total
compensation for private industry
employees.24 Therefore, DOE estimated
that the total hourly compensation
(including all fringe benefits) of a
technician performing the testing is
$46.52.25 Using these labor rates and
time estimates, DOE estimated that it
would cost TV manufacturers on
average approximately $203.29 to
23 DOE used the mean hourly wage of the ‘‘17–
3023 Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Technologists and Technicians’’ from the most
recent BLS Occupational Employment and Wage
Statistics (May 2020) to estimate the hourly wage
rate of a technician assumed to perform this testing.
See www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes173023.htm. Last
accessed on November 8, 2021.
24 DOE used the June 2021 ‘‘Employer Costs for
Employee Compensation’’ to estimate that for
‘‘Private Industry Workers,’’ ‘‘Wages and Salaries’’
are 70.6 percent of the total employee
compensation. See www.bls.gov/news.release/
archives/ecec_09162021.pdf. Last accessed on
November 8, 2021.
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DOE
TP duration
(Average)
Existing DOE
TP duration
(Average)
Units
System Software Updates ....................................
Stabilization ..........................................................
On mode ...............................................................
Luminance (Brightest PPS Determination) ..........
Standby mode ......................................................
Setup (before and between tests) ........................
Proposed
DOE
TP duration
(Min–Max)
Existing DOE
TP duration
(Min–Max)
Testing steps
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conduct a single test on a TV unit in
accordance with the proposed test
procedure amendments.26 DOE
estimated that this is on average
approximately $69.31 more than TV
manufacturers are incurring to conduct
a single test on a TV in accordance with
the existing DOE test procedures.27
TV manufacturers are required to test
at least two units per basic model.
Therefore, DOE estimates that it would
cost manufacturers approximately
$406.58 per basic model in accordance
with the proposed test procedure
26 4.37
hours × $46.52 = $203.29.
hours × $46.52) = $69.31.
27 $203.29¥(2.88
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amendments, if finalized, which is on
average approximately $138.62 more per
basic model than TV manufacturers are
currently incurring to test a TV basic
model. DOE estimated that on average
TV models remain on the market for
approximately 2 years, before being
replaced by newer models. DOE
estimates that approximately 75 percent
of the models that are currently on the
market will remain on the market
between the time DOE finalizes a test
procedure and when manufacturers are
required to use the updated DOE test
procedures.28 Therefore, DOE estimated
that approximately 2,510 TV basic
models will need to be re-tested in
accordance with the proposed DOE test
procedure amendments, if finalized.29
Based on the testing cost estimates
previously stated, DOE estimated that
manufacturers would incur a one-time
re-testing cost of approximately
$1,021,000 to re-test all TV basic models
remaining on the market, if the
proposed test procedure amendments
are finalized.30
In addition to these testing costs, DOE
assumed that manufacturers would need
to purchase camera photometers to
conduct the proposed test procedure
amendments, if finalized. DOE
estimated that a camera photometer
costs approximately $10,000. DOE also
estimated that manufacturers would
purchase a camera photometer for every
50 TV basic models manufactured, on
average. This results in manufacturers
purchasing approximately 67 camera
photometers, due to the proposed test
procedure amendments. DOE estimated
manufacturers would incur a one-time
cost of approximately $670,000 to
purchase the equipment necessary to
conduct the proposed test procedure
amendments, if finalized.
Lastly, DOE estimated the additional
incremental testing costs of the
proposed test procedure amendments, if
finalized, compared to the existing DOE
test procedures. As previously stated,
DOE assumed that each TV basic model
would cost approximately $138.62 more
to test to the proposed test procedure
amendments, if finalized, than to the
28 Given the estimated 2-year TV model turn-over
rate, 25 percent would be expected to be replaced,
redesigned, or removed from the market over a 180day period. See section III.J for a discussion of the
compliance date.
29 The other 25 percent of models would be
replaced with new models between the time DOE
finalized a TV test procedure and when
manufacturers are required to use the finalized DOE
test procedure. These new models would be able to
use the updated DOE test procedures. The
additional incremental testing costs of the proposed
test procedure amendments are addressed later on
in this section.
30 2,510 models × $406.58 = $1,020,516 (rounded
to $1,021,000).
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existing DOE test procedures.
Additionally, as previously stated, DOE
estimated there are approximately 3,346
unique TV basic models currently on
the market and half of these models are
estimated to be replaced or redesigned
each year.31 Therefore, DOE estimated
that approximately 1,673 TV basic
models would be introduced into the
market each year, which will require
testing in accordance with the proposed
test procedure amendments, if finalized.
DOE estimated that TV manufacturers
would incur an additional testing cost of
approximately $232,000 each year due
to the additional incremental testing
costs of the proposed test procedure
amendments, if finalized, over the
existing DOE test procedures.32
DOE requests comment on any aspect
of the estimated one-time testing costs,
annually additional incremental testing
costs, or the estimated equipment costs
associated with these proposed test
procedure amendments; including the
number of TV basic models, the amount
of time needed to conduct the proposed
test procedure amendments, the amount
of time needed to conduct the existing
DOE test procedures, or the costs
associated with the equipment
necessary to conduct the proposed test
procedure amendments.
2. Harmonization With Industry
Standards
DOE will adopt relevant industry
standards as DOE test procedures unless
such methodology would be unduly
burdensome to conduct or would not
produce test results that reflect the
energy efficiency, energy use, water use
(as specified in EPCA) or estimated
operating costs of that product during a
representative average use cycle or
period of use. Section 8(c) of appendix
A of 10 CFR part 430 subpart C. In cases
where the industry standard does not
meet EPCA statutory criteria for test
procedures DOE might propose to
incorporate by reference the industry
standard with certain modifications.
For the TV test procedures at 10 CFR
part 430, appendix H, DOE proposes to
incorporate by reference ANSI/CTA–
2037–C which provides the definitions,
test equipment and setup, test
conditions, test configuration, and test
conduct for measuring TV screen
luminance, on mode power
consumption, and standby mode power
consumption. The industry standard
and test clips DOE proposes to
31 Given the estimated 2-year TV model turn-over
rate, 50 percent would be expected to be replaced,
redesigned, or removed from the market over a 1year period.
32 1,673 models × $138.62 = $231,911 (rounded to
$232,000).
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incorporate by reference via
amendments described in this
document are discussed in further detail
in section IV.M.
DOE requests comments on the
benefits and burdens of the proposed
updates and additions to industry
standards referenced in the test
procedure for TVs.
DOE notes that it is proposing certain
modifications to the industry standard it
proposes to reference, as follows:
(1) Section 9 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C
specifies that the ABC lamp, camera
photometer, and the TV unit under test
must all powered from the same
specified power supply. DOE proposes
that only the TV unit under test must be
powered from the specified power
supply and the camera photometer and
ABC lamp may be powered using
standard mains electricity. It is
recommended that a unit under test be
the only equipment connected to a
conditioned power source to prevent
any interference in the measured power
consumption values from any other
equipment connected on the same
source. Further, DOE’s assessment has
shown that powering the ABC lamp and
camera photometer directly from the
mains electricity does not impact the
measured power consumption values.
(2) Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–
C specifies the test to measure standby
mode power consumption and wake
time. DOE is not proposing to include
the measurement of wake time.
Additionally, DOE is proposing to
include additional criteria for recording
the standby mode power consumption
as standby active mode or standby
passive mode depending on the ability
of the UUT to maintain network
connectivity in standby mode.
J. Compliance Date
EPCA prescribes that, if DOE amends
a test procedure, all representations of
energy efficiency and energy use,
including those made on marketing
materials and product labels, must be
made in accordance with that amended
test procedure, beginning 180 days after
publication of such a test procedure
final rule in the Federal Register. (42
U.S.C. 6293(c)(2))
If DOE were to publish an amended
test procedure, EPCA provides an
allowance for individual manufacturers
to petition DOE for an extension of the
180-day period if the manufacturer may
experience undue hardship in meeting
the deadline. (42 U.S.C. 6293(c)(3)) To
receive such an extension, petitions
must be filed with DOE no later than 60
days before the end of the 180-day
period and must detail how the
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manufacturer will experience undue
hardship. (Id.)
IV. Procedural Issues and Regulatory
Review
A. Review Under Executive Order 12866
The Office of Management and Budget
(‘‘OMB’’) has determined that this test
procedure rulemaking does not
constitute ‘‘significant regulatory
actions’’ under section 3(f) of Executive
Order (‘‘E.O.’’) 12866, Regulatory
Planning and Review, 58 FR 51735 (Oct.
4, 1993). Accordingly, this action was
not subject to review under the
Executive order by the Office of
Information and Regulatory Affairs
(‘‘OIRA’’) in OMB.
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B. Review Under the Regulatory
Flexibility Act
The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5
U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires preparation
of an initial regulatory flexibility
analysis (‘‘IRFA’’) for any rule that by
law must be proposed for public
comment, unless the agency certifies
that the rule, if promulgated, will not
have a significant economic impact on
a substantial number of small entities.
As required by Executive Order 13272,
‘‘Proper Consideration of Small Entities
in Agency Rulemaking,’’ 67 FR 53461
(August 16, 2002), DOE published
procedures and policies on February 19,
2003, to ensure that the potential
impacts of its rules on small entities are
properly considered during the DOE
rulemaking process. 68 FR 7990. DOE
has made its procedures and policies
available on the Office of the General
Counsel’s website: www.energy.gov/gc/
office-general-counsel.
For manufacturers of TVs, the Small
Business Administration (‘‘SBA’’) has
set a size threshold, which defines those
entities classified as ‘‘small businesses’’
for the purposes of the statute. DOE
used the SBA’s small business size
standards to determine whether any
small entities would be subject to the
requirements of the rule. (See 13 CFR
part 121.) The size standards are listed
by North American Industry
Classification System (‘‘NAICS’’) code
and industry description and are
available at www.sba.gov/document/
support--table-size-standards.
Manufacturing TVs is classified under
NAICS 334220, ‘‘radio and television
broadcasting and wireless
communications equipment
manufacturing.’’ The SBA sets a
threshold of 1,250 employees or fewer
for an entity to be considered as a small
business for this category.
DOE has recently conducted a focused
inquiry into small business
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manufacturers of the products covered
by this rulemaking. DOE used available
public information to identify potential
small manufacturers. DOE accessed the
Compliance Certification Database 33 to
create a list of companies that import or
otherwise manufacture the products
covered by this proposal. DOE
identified 33 unique companies that
manufacture TVs sold in the U.S. All of
these companies have more than 1,250
employees or are fully owned and
operated outside the United States.
Therefore, DOE initially concludes
that the impacts of the proposed test
procedure amendments proposed in this
NOPR would not have a ‘‘significant
economic impact on a substantial
number of small entities,’’ and that the
preparation of an IRFA is not warranted.
DOE will transmit the certification and
supporting statement of factual basis to
the Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the
Small Business Administration for
review under 5 U.S.C. 605(b).
C. Review Under the Paperwork
Reduction Act of 1995
Manufacturers of covered products
must certify to DOE that their products
comply with any applicable energy
conservation standards. To certify
compliance, manufacturers must first
obtain test data for their products
according to the DOE test procedures,
including any amendments adopted for
those test procedures. DOE has
established regulations for the
certification and recordkeeping
requirements for certain covered
consumer products and commercial
equipment. (See generally 10 CFR part
429) The collection-of-information
requirement for the certification and
recordkeeping is subject to review and
approval by OMB under the Paperwork
Reduction Act (‘‘PRA’’). This
requirement has been approved by OMB
under OMB control number 1910–1400.
Public reporting burden for the
certification is estimated to average 35
hours per response, including the time
for reviewing instructions, searching
existing data sources, gathering and
maintaining the data needed, and
completing and reviewing the collection
of information.
There is currently no energy
conservation standard for TVs. As such,
if finalized, the test procedure proposed
would not establish a reporting
requirement. In the event DOE proposes
an energy conservation standard for TVs
with which manufacturers must
demonstrate compliance, DOE will seek
33 U.S. Department of Energy Compliance
Certification Management System, available at:
www.regulations.doe.gov/ccms.
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OMB approval of the associated
information collection requirement.
DOE will seek approval either through
a proposed amendment to the
information collection requirement
approved under OMB control number
1910–1400 or as a separate proposed
information collection requirement.
Notwithstanding any other provision
of the law, no person is required to
respond to, nor shall any person be
subject to a penalty for failure to comply
with, a collection of information subject
to the requirements of the PRA, unless
that collection of information displays a
currently valid OMB Control Number.
D. Review Under the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969
In this NOPR, DOE proposes test
procedure amendments that may be
used to develop and implement future
energy conservation standards for TVs.
DOE has determined that this rule falls
into a class of actions that are
categorically excluded from review
under the National Environmental
Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et
seq.) and DOE’s implementing
regulations at 10 CFR part 1021.
Specifically, DOE has determined that
adopting test procedures for measuring
energy efficiency of consumer products
and industrial equipment is consistent
with activities identified in 10 CFR part
1021, appendix A to subpart D, A5 and
A6. Accordingly, neither an
environmental assessment nor an
environmental impact statement is
required.
E. Review Under Executive Order 13132
Executive Order 13132, ‘‘Federalism,’’
64 FR 43255 (Aug. 4, 1999) imposes
certain requirements on agencies
formulating and implementing policies
or regulations that preempt State law or
that have federalism implications. The
Executive order requires agencies to
examine the constitutional and statutory
authority supporting any action that
would limit the policymaking discretion
of the States and to carefully assess the
necessity for such actions. The
Executive order also requires agencies to
have an accountable process to ensure
meaningful and timely input by State
and local officials in the development of
regulatory policies that have federalism
implications. On March 14, 2000, DOE
published a statement of policy
describing the intergovernmental
consultation process it will follow in the
development of such regulations. 65 FR
13735. DOE has examined this proposed
rule and has determined that it would
not have a substantial direct effect on
the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States,
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or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government. EPCA governs and
prescribes Federal preemption of State
regulations as to energy conservation for
the products that are the subject of this
proposed rule. States can petition DOE
for exemption from such preemption to
the extent, and based on criteria, set
forth in EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6297(d)) No
further action is required by Executive
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F. Review Under Executive Order 12988
Regarding the review of existing
regulations and the promulgation of
new regulations, section 3(a) of
Executive Order 12988, ‘‘Civil Justice
Reform,’’ 61 FR 4729 (Feb. 7, 1996),
imposes on Federal agencies the general
duty to adhere to the following
requirements: (1) Eliminate drafting
errors and ambiguity, (2) write
regulations to minimize litigation, (3)
provide a clear legal standard for
affected conduct rather than a general
standard, and (4) promote simplification
and burden reduction. Section 3(b) of
Executive Order 12988 specifically
requires that executive agencies make
every reasonable effort to ensure that the
regulation (1) clearly specifies the
preemptive effect, if any, (2) clearly
specifies any effect on existing Federal
law or regulation, (3) provides a clear
legal standard for affected conduct
while promoting simplification and
burden reduction, (4) specifies the
retroactive effect, if any, (5) adequately
defines key terms, and (6) addresses
other important issues affecting clarity
and general draftsmanship under any
guidelines issued by the Attorney
General. Section 3(c) of Executive Order
12988 requires executive agencies to
review regulations in light of applicable
standards in sections 3(a) and 3(b) to
determine whether they are met or it is
unreasonable to meet one or more of
them. DOE has completed the required
review and determined that, to the
extent permitted by law, the proposed
rule meets the relevant standards of
Executive Order 12988.
G. Review Under the Unfunded
Mandates Reform Act of 1995
Title II of the Unfunded Mandates
Reform Act of 1995 (‘‘UMRA’’) requires
each Federal agency to assess the effects
of Federal regulatory actions on State,
local, and Tribal governments and the
private sector. Public Law 104–4, sec.
201 (codified at 2 U.S.C. 1531). For a
proposed regulatory action likely to
result in a rule that may cause the
expenditure by State, local, and Tribal
governments, in the aggregate, or by the
private sector of $100 million or more
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in any one year (adjusted annually for
inflation), section 202 of UMRA requires
a Federal agency to publish a written
statement that estimates the resulting
costs, benefits, and other effects on the
national economy. (2 U.S.C. 1532(a), (b))
The UMRA also requires a Federal
agency to develop an effective process
to permit timely input by elected
officers of State, local, and Tribal
governments on a proposed ‘‘significant
intergovernmental mandate,’’ and
requires an agency plan for giving notice
and opportunity for timely input to
potentially affected small governments
before establishing any requirements
that might significantly or uniquely
affect small governments. On March 18,
1997, DOE published a statement of
policy on its process for
intergovernmental consultation under
UMRA. 62 FR 12820; also available at
www.energy.gov/gc/office-generalcounsel. DOE examined this proposed
rule according to UMRA and its
statement of policy and determined that
the rule contains neither an
intergovernmental mandate, nor a
mandate that may result in the
expenditure of $100 million or more in
any year, so these requirements do not
apply.
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guidelines issued by OMB. OMB’s
guidelines were published at 67 FR
8452 (Feb. 22, 2002), and DOE’s
guidelines were published at 67 FR
62446 (Oct. 7, 2002). Pursuant to OMB
Memorandum M–19–15, Improving
Implementation of the Information
Quality Act (April 24, 2019), DOE
published updated guidelines which are
available at https://www.energy.gov/
sites/prod/files/2019/12/f70/DOE
%20Final%20Updated%20IQA
%20Guidelines%20Dec%202019.pdf.
DOE has reviewed this proposed rule
under the OMB and DOE guidelines and
has concluded that it is consistent with
applicable policies in those guidelines.
I. Review Under Executive Order 12630
DOE has determined, under Executive
Order 12630, ‘‘Governmental Actions
and Interference with Constitutionally
Protected Property Rights’’ 53 FR 8859
(March 18, 1988), that this proposed
regulation would not result in any
takings that might require compensation
under the Fifth Amendment to the U.S.
Constitution.
K. Review Under Executive Order 13211
Executive Order 13211, ‘‘Actions
Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply,
Distribution, or Use,’’ 66 FR 28355 (May
22, 2001), requires Federal agencies to
prepare and submit to OMB, a
Statement of Energy Effects for any
proposed significant energy action. A
‘‘significant energy action’’ is defined as
any action by an agency that
promulgated or is expected to lead to
promulgation of a final rule, and that (1)
is a significant regulatory action under
Executive Order 12866, or any successor
order; and (2) is likely to have a
significant adverse effect on the supply,
distribution, or use of energy; or (3) is
designated by the Administrator of
OIRA as a significant energy action. For
any proposed significant energy action,
the agency must give a detailed
statement of any adverse effects on
energy supply, distribution, or use
should the proposal be implemented,
and of reasonable alternatives to the
action and their expected benefits on
energy supply, distribution, and use.
The proposed regulatory action to
amend the test procedure for measuring
the energy efficiency of TVs is not a
significant regulatory action under
Executive Order 12866. Moreover, it
would not have a significant adverse
effect on the supply, distribution, or use
of energy, nor has it been designated as
a significant energy action by the
Administrator of OIRA. Therefore, it is
not a significant energy action, and,
accordingly, DOE has not prepared a
Statement of Energy Effects.
J. Review Under Treasury and General
Government Appropriations Act, 2001
Section 515 of the Treasury and
General Government Appropriations
Act, 2001 (44 U.S.C. 3516 note) provides
for agencies to review most
disseminations of information to the
public under guidelines established by
each agency pursuant to general
L. Review Under Section 32 of the
Federal Energy Administration Act of
1974
Under section 301 of the Department
of Energy Organization Act (Pub. L. 95–
91; 42 U.S.C. 7101), DOE must comply
with section 32 of the Federal Energy
Administration Act of 1974, as amended
by the Federal Energy Administration
H. Review Under the Treasury and
General Government Appropriations
Act, 1999
Section 654 of the Treasury and
General Government Appropriations
Act, 1999 (Pub. L. 105–277) requires
Federal agencies to issue a Family
Policymaking Assessment for any rule
that may affect family well-being. This
proposed rule would not have any
impact on the autonomy or integrity of
the family as an institution.
Accordingly, DOE has concluded that it
is not necessary to prepare a Family
Policymaking Assessment.
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Authorization Act of 1977. (15 U.S.C.
788; ‘‘FEAA’’) Section 32 essentially
provides in relevant part that, where a
proposed rule authorizes or requires use
of commercial standards, the notice of
proposed rulemaking must inform the
public of the use and background of
such standards. In addition, section
32(c) requires DOE to consult with the
Attorney General and the Chairman of
the Federal Trade Commission (‘‘FTC’’)
concerning the impact of the
commercial or industry standards on
competition.
The proposed modifications to the
test procedure for TVs would
incorporate testing methods contained
in certain sections of the following
commercial standard: ANSI/CTA–2037–
C. DOE has evaluated this standard and
is unable to conclude whether it fully
complies with the requirements of
section 32(b) of the FEAA (i.e., whether
it was developed in a manner that fully
provides for public participation,
comment, and review.) DOE will
consult with both the Attorney General
and the Chairman of the FTC
concerning the impact of these test
procedures on competition, prior to
prescribing a final rule.
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M. Description of Materials
Incorporated by Reference
In this NOPR, DOE proposes to
incorporate by reference the test
standard published by CTA, titled
‘‘Determination of Television Set Power
Consumption,’’ ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
ANSI/CTA–2037–C is a voluntary
industry test procedure that measures
on mode TV power consumption in
three preset picture settings and standby
mode power consumption. The test
procedure amendments proposed in this
NOPR generally reference ANSI/CTA–
2037–C including provisions to address
definitions, test equipment and setup,
test conditions, test configuration, and
test conduct for measuring TV screen
luminance, on mode power
consumption, and standby mode power
consumption. Additionally, the test
clips required to measure on mode
power consumption are available
digitally on CTA’s website. These test
clips are available in two formats: SDR
and HDR10 and for each format, the test
clips are available in two resolutions:
SD and HD for the SDR test clip and HD
and UHD for the HDR10 test clip.
Copies of ANSI/CTA–2037–C and the
test clips may be downloaded from the
CTA’s website at https://shop.cta.tech/
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V. Public Participation
A. Participation in the Webinar
The time and date of the webinar are
listed in the DATES section at the
beginning of this document. If no
participants register for the webinar, it
will be cancelled. Webinar registration
information, participant instructions,
and information about the capabilities
available to webinar participants will be
published on DOE’s website:
www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/
appliance_standards/
standards.aspx?productid=61.
Participants are responsible for ensuring
their systems are compatible with the
webinar software.
B. Submission of Comments
DOE will accept comments, data, and
information regarding this proposed
rule no later than the date provided in
the DATES section at the beginning of
this proposed rule.34 Interested parties
may submit comments using any of the
methods described in the ADDRESSES
section at the beginning of this
document.
Submitting comments via
www.regulations.gov. The
www.regulations.gov web page will
require you to provide your name and
contact information. Your contact
information will be viewable to DOE
Building Technologies staff only. Your
contact information will not be publicly
viewable except for your first and last
names, organization name (if any), and
submitter representative name (if any).
If your comment is not processed
properly because of technical
difficulties, DOE will use this
information to contact you. If DOE
cannot read your comment due to
technical difficulties and cannot contact
34 DOE has historically provided a 75-day
comment period for test procedure NOPRs pursuant
to the North American Free Trade Agreement, U.S.Canada-Mexico (‘‘NAFTA’’), Dec. 17, 1992, 32
I.L.M. 289 (1993); the North American Free Trade
Agreement Implementation Act, Public Law 103–
182, 107 Stat. 2057 (1993) (codified as amended at
10 U.S.C.A. 2576) (1993) (‘‘NAFTA Implementation
Act’’); and Executive Order 12889, ‘‘Implementation
of the North American Free Trade Agreement,’’ 58
FR 69681 (Dec. 30, 1993). However, on July 1, 2020,
the Agreement between the United States of
America, the United Mexican States, and the United
Canadian States (‘‘USMCA’’), Nov. 30, 2018, 134
Stat. 11 (i.e., the successor to NAFTA), went into
effect, and Congress’s action in replacing NAFTA
through the USMCA Implementation Act, 19 U.S.C.
4501 et seq. (2020), implies the repeal of E.O. 12889
and its 75-day comment period requirement for
technical regulations. Thus, the controlling laws are
EPCA and the USMCA Implementation Act.
Consistent with EPCA’s public comment period
requirements for consumer products, the USMCA
only requires a minimum comment period of 60
days. Consequently, DOE now provides a 60-day
public comment period for test procedure NOPRs.
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you for clarification, DOE may not be
able to consider your comment.
However, your contact information
will be publicly viewable if you include
it in the comment or in any documents
attached to your comment. Any
information that you do not want to be
publicly viewable should not be
included in your comment, nor in any
document attached to your comment.
Persons viewing comments will see only
first and last names, organization
names, correspondence containing
comments, and any documents
submitted with the comments.
Do not submit to www.regulations.gov
information for which disclosure is
restricted by statute, such as trade
secrets and commercial or financial
information (hereinafter referred to as
Confidential Business Information
(‘‘CBI’’)). Comments submitted through
www.regulations.gov cannot be claimed
as CBI. Comments received through the
website will waive any CBI claims for
the information submitted. For
information on submitting CBI, see the
Confidential Business Information
section.
DOE processes submissions made
through www.regulations.gov before
posting. Normally, comments will be
posted within a few days of being
submitted. However, if large volumes of
comments are being processed
simultaneously, your comment may not
be viewable for up to several weeks.
Please keep the comment tracking
number that www.regulations.gov
provides after you have successfully
uploaded your comment.
Submitting comments via email.
Comments and documents submitted
via email also will be posted to
www.regulations.gov. If you do not want
your personal contact information to be
publicly viewable, do not include it in
your comment or any accompanying
documents. Instead, provide your
contact information on a cover letter.
Include your first and last names, email
address, telephone number, and
optional mailing address. The cover
letter will not be publicly viewable as
long as it does not include any
comments.
Include contact information each time
you submit comments, data, documents,
and other information to DOE. No faxes
will be accepted.
Comments, data, and other
information submitted to DOE
electronically should be provided in
PDF (preferred), Microsoft Word or
Excel, or text (ASCII) file format.
Provide documents that are not secured,
written in English and free of any
defects or viruses. Documents should
not contain special characters or any
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form of encryption and, if possible, they
should carry the electronic signature of
the author.
Campaign form letters. Please submit
campaign form letters by the originating
organization in batches of between 50 to
500 form letters per PDF or as one form
letter with a list of supporters’ names
compiled into one or more PDFs. This
reduces comment processing and
posting time.
Confidential Business Information.
Pursuant to 10 CFR 1004.11, any person
submitting information that he or she
believes to be confidential and exempt
by law from public disclosure should
submit via email two well-marked
copies: One copy of the document
marked confidential including all the
information believed to be confidential,
and one copy of the document marked
non-confidential with the information
believed to be confidential deleted. DOE
will make its own determination about
the confidential status of the
information and treat it according to its
determination.
It is DOE’s policy that all comments
may be included in the public docket,
without change and as received,
including any personal information
provided in the comments (except
information deemed to be exempt from
public disclosure).
C. Issues on Which DOE Seeks
Comment
Although DOE welcomes comments
on any aspect of this proposal, DOE is
particularly interested in receiving
comments and views of interested
parties concerning the following issues:
(1) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to adopt the substantive
provisions of ANSI/CTA–2037–C in
appendix H with certain modifications.
(2) DOE requests comment on
defining the identified terms in
appendix H through reference to ANSI/
CTA–2037–C.
(3) DOE also requests comment on
whether it should consider the revisions
to the power mode definitions that are
under consideration by the CTA
working group for CTA–2037–D.
(4) DOE requests comment on
referencing Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C for the power supply
requirements. DOE also requests
comment on referencing the updated
requirements that are under
consideration for CTA–2037–D, which
would move the voltage and frequency
requirements for the power supply from
the standby mode to on mode section
within Section 7.1.1 of the CTA–2037
standard.
(5) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to connect only the UUT to the
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specified AC power source during
testing and to specify that the camera
photometer and ABC lamp may be
powered via mains power. DOE also
requests feedback on whether the
camera photometer and ABC lamp
should be connected to additional
specified AC power sources and the
burden versus benefit of such an
approach.
(6) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the power meter
requirements from ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
Specifically, DOE requests feedback on
the potential burden, if any, to meet the
more stringent requirements specified in
ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
(7) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to measure dynamic screen
luminance and to specify use of a
camera photometer to measure dynamic
screen luminance. In particular, DOE
requests comment on any concerns with
the burden associated with using a
camera photometer as specified by
ANSI/CTA–2037–C to measure screen
luminance.
(8) DOE also requests comment on the
additional calibration requirement
under consideration for CTA–2037–D
and whether DOE should include this
requirement for its TVs test procedure.
(9) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the illuminance
meter requirements, including the
calibration requirements, from ANSI/
CTA–2037–C.
(10) DOE also requests comment on
the updated illuminance meter
requirements under consideration for
CTA–2037–D, whether DOE should
consider referencing the updated
requirements when finalized, and the
reason(s) for doing so.
(11) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the media player
and USB flash drive requirements from
ANSI/CTA–2037–C. DOE also requests
comment on whether DOE should
maintain the current requirement that
the media player and UUT must not be
from the same manufacturer.
(12) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 7.1.9 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the light source
required for conducting tests with ABC
enabled.
(13) DOE requests comment on
whether the specified ambient
temperature and humidity requirements
are adequate or whether the temperature
and relative humidity specifications
should include additional specification
regarding the precision and/or accuracy
of the instruments used to verify that
the required ambient conditions are
maintained.
(14) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 7.4 of
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ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the room
illuminance level and requirement to
position the illuminance meter in the
same manner as it would be positioned
during luminance and power
measurement tests.
(15) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference all the
requirements specified in Section 8 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the test room
setup. These include the setup of the
UUT, illuminance meter, camera
photometer, table surface, and reflective
card.
(16) DOE also requests comment on
whether it is appropriate to specify that
the table surface must be covered with
black, non-reflective cloth or whether
DOE should specify a ‘‘minimally
reflective’’ cloth instead.
(17) DOE requests comment on
whether it should consider requiring
that if a forced menu is displayed
requesting the configuration of specific
features, then the most energyconsumptive configuration, as
represented by AEC, must be selected
(rather than the most power
consumptive configuration).
Additionally, if stakeholders support
the use of the most power consumptive
configuration, DOE requests comment
on whether it should specify that the
power consumption measurement is
averaged over the duration of the test.
(18) DOE additionally requests
comment on any approaches that are
under consideration for CTA–2037–D by
the CTA working group for the initial
setup of the TV, the configuration of
forced menu options, or the
requirements for the quick start wake
time measurement test.
(19) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the SDR and
HDR10 IEC test clips specified in ANSI/
CTA–2037–C for testing TVs in the
default, brightest, and HDR10 preset
picture settings.
(20) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference the requirements
in ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the selection
of the preset picture settings that must
be used for testing and additionally
specifying that the brightest preset
picture setting be identified with ABC
disabled.
(21) DOE requests information on
preset picture settings that can adapt the
TV’s configuration based on content,
usage pattern, environment, etc. DOE
also requests comment on whether such
preset picture settings should be
excluded from testing, even if they are
one of the default SDR, brightest SDR,
or default HDR10 preset picture settings.
If stakeholders support excluding such
a preset picture setting from testing,
DOE requests comment on which preset
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picture setting(s) should be used for
testing instead, particularly if the
intelligent preset picture setting is a
default SDR or default HDR10 preset
picture setting.
(22) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Sections 7.1.8,
9.10, and 9.11 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C for
the network configuration requirements.
(23) DOE also requests comment on
the updates being considered by the
CTA working group for CTA–2037–D as
it pertains to the WAN and LAN
connection requirements and the
connection requirements for smart wake
features.
(24) DOE requests feedback on its
observed challenges with pairing certain
TV models with smart speakers, and
whether other laboratories have
experienced similar challenges
configuring smart speakers or any of the
other specified networking devices to
connect with a TV model.
(25) DOE also requests comment on
whether DOE should consider providing
any additional specifications beyond
those provided in ANSI/CTA–2037–C,
or those being considered for CTA–
2037–D, to facilitate establishing the
required network connections with
additional devices.
(26) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 10 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for the camera
photometer and stabilization
requirements.
(27) DOE also requests comment on
its proposal to reference Section 11.1 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C, for the on mode
dynamic luminance and power
measurement. Specifically, DOE
requests comment on using the brightest
preset picture setting measurement with
ABC turned off for the AEC calculation,
regardless of its default setting.
(28) DOE requests stakeholders to
provide any additional data and
information regarding the repeatability
of the standby mode test when
connected to smart wake functions, the
ability to consistently wake the UUT
using smart wake functionality, and the
representativeness of the standby mode
test, if a wake test is not included at the
end of the standby mode duration.
(29) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 11.2 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C to measure the
power consumption in standby mode
with some additional specifications.
DOE also requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 9.11 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C for conducting the
wake tests at the completion of standby
mode.
(30) DOE requests comment on the
revisions that are under consideration
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for the standby mode test by the CTA
working group.
(31) DOE requests comment on
whether it is appropriate to differentiate
the standby mode power consumption
of TVs that can be powered on using
any of the three specified methods
versus those that cannot be powered on
using the smart wake features. DOE also
requests comment on whether there
would be any benefit to differentiating
between the power consumption of such
TVs.
(32) DOE requests comment on
whether the parameters ‘standby smart
wake’ and ‘standby internet’ are
appropriate or if it should consider
other parameters, such as ‘standbyactive, high’ and ‘standby-active, low’,
respectively.
(33) For TVs that do not meet the
stability criteria of the standby mode
measurement, DOE requests comment
on measuring power consumption for
240 minutes and using the average
power consumption over the last twothirds of the measurement period as the
standby-active mode measurement.
(34) DOE requests comment on its
proposal to remove the off mode test
from appendix H.
(35) DOE requests comment on its
proposed calculations for the average on
mode power consumption and AEC.
(36) DOE requests comment on any
aspect of the estimated one-time testing
costs, annually additional incremental
testing costs, or the estimated
equipment costs associated with these
proposed test procedure amendments;
including the number of TV basic
models, the amount of time needed to
conduct the proposed test procedure
amendments, the amount of time
needed to conduct the existing DOE test
procedures, or the costs associated with
the equipment necessary to conduct the
proposed test procedure amendments.
VI. Approval of the Office of the
Secretary
The Secretary of Energy has approved
publication of this notice of proposed
rulemaking and request for comment.
List of Subjects
10 CFR Part 429
Administrative practice and
procedure, Confidential business
information, Energy conservation,
Household appliances, Imports,
Intergovernmental relations, Reporting
and recordkeeping requirements, Small
businesses.
10 CFR Part 430
Administrative practice and
procedure, Confidential business
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information, Energy conservation,
Household appliances, Imports,
Incorporation by reference,
Intergovernmental relations, Small
businesses.
Signing Authority
This document of the Department of
Energy was signed on February 17,
2022, by Kelly J. Speakes-Backman,
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for
Energy Efficiency and Renewable
Energy, pursuant to delegated authority
from the Secretary of Energy. That
document with the original signature
and date is maintained by DOE. For
administrative purposes only, and in
compliance with requirements of the
Office of the Federal Register, the
undersigned DOE Federal Register
Liaison Officer has been authorized to
sign and submit the document in
electronic format for publication, as an
official document of the Department of
Energy. This administrative process in
no way alters the legal effect of this
document upon publication in the
Federal Register.
Signed in Washington, DC, on February 22,
2022.
Treena V. Garrett,
Federal Register Liaison Officer, U.S.
Department of Energy.
For the reasons stated in the
preamble, DOE is proposing to amend
parts 429 and 430 of Chapter II of Title
10, Code of Federal Regulations as set
forth below:
PART 429—CERTIFICATION,
COMPLIANCE, AND ENFORCEMENT
FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
EQUIPMENT
1. The authority citation for part 429
continues to read as follows:
■
Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6291–6317; 28 U.S.C.
2461 note.
2. Amend § 429.25 by revising
paragraphs (a)(2)(ii), and (a)(2)(iii)(A)
and (B) to read as follows:
■
§ 429.25
Television sets.
(a) * * *
(2) * * *
(ii) Any represented annual energy
consumption of a basic model shall be
determined by applying the AEC
calculation in section 6.1 of appendix H
to subpart B of part 430 of this chapter
to the represented values of power
consumption as calculated pursuant to
paragraph (a)(2)(i) of this section.
(iii) * * *
(A) For power consumption in the on
and standby modes, the represented
value shall be rounded according to the
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accuracy requirements specified in
section 2.2 of appendix H to subpart B
of part 430 of this chapter.
(B) For annual energy consumption,
the represented value shall be rounded
according to the rounding requirements
specified in section 6.2 of appendix H
to subpart B of part 430 of this chapter.
*
*
*
*
*
PART 430—ENERGY CONSERVATION
PROGRAM FOR CONSUMER
PRODUCTS
3. The authority citation for part 430
continues to read as follows:
■
Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6291–6309; 28 U.S.C.
2461 note.
4. Amend § 430.3 by:
a. Revising paragraph (a);
b. Redesignating paragraphs (m)
through (v) as paragraphs (n) through
(w), respectively;
■ c. Adding new paragraph (m);
■ d. Removing newly redesignated
paragraph (p)(4) and, redesignating
newly redesignated paragraphs (p)(5)
through (9) as paragraphs (p)(4) through
(8), respectively; and
■ e. Revising newly redesignated
paragraph (o)(5);
The addition and revisions read as
follows:
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§ 430.3 Materials incorporated by
reference.
Certain material is incorporated by
reference into this subpart with the
approval of the Director of the Federal
Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C.
552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce
any edition other than that specified in
this section, the U.S. Department of
Energy (DOE) must publish a document
in the Federal Register and the material
must be available to the public. All
approved material is available for
inspection at DOE and at the National
Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). Contact DOE at: U.S.
Department of Energy, Office of Energy
Efficiency and Renewable Energy,
Building Technologies Program, Sixth
Floor, 950 L’Enfant Plaza SW,
Washington, DC 20024, (202) 586–9127,
Buildings@ee.doe.gov, https://
www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/
appliance-and-equipment-standardsprogram. For information on the
availability of this material at NARA,
email: fr.inspection@nara.gov, or go to:
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/
ibr-locations.html. The material may be
obtained from the sources in the
following paragraphs of this section.
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Association, 1919 S. Eads Street,
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Arlington, VA 22202, (703) 907–7600, or
go to www.cta.tech.
(1) ANSI/CTA–2037–C,
Determination of Television Set Power
Consumption, CTA approved October
2021; IBR approved for appendix H to
subpart B.
(2) [Reserved]
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(5) IEC 62301 (‘‘IEC 62301’’),
Household electrical appliances—
Measurement of standby power,
(Edition 2.0, 2011–01), IBR approved for
appendices C1, D1, D2, F, G, I, J2, N, O,
P, Q, X, X1, Y, Z, BB, and CC to subpart
B.
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paragraph (h) to read as follows:
§ 430.23 Test procedures for the
measurement of energy and water
consumption.
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(h) Television sets. The power
consumption of a television set,
expressed in watts, including on and
standby modes, shall be measured in
accordance with sections 5.2 and 5.3 of
appendix H of this subpart, respectively.
The annual energy consumption,
expressed in kilowatt-hours per year,
shall be measured in accordance with
section 6 of appendix H of this subpart.
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part 430 to read as follows:
Appendix H to Subpart B of Part 430—
Uniform Test Method for Measuring the
Power Consumption of Television Sets
Note: Before [date 180 days following
publication of a final rule], any
representations made with respect to the
energy use or energy efficiency of a television
must be based upon results generated under
this appendix as it appeared in 10 CFR part
430 edition revised as of January 1, 2021 or
this appendix. Beginning [date 180 days
following publication of a final rule] any
representations made with respect to the
energy use or efficiency of a television must
be based upon results generated under this
appendix. Given that beginning [date 180
days after publication of a final rule],
representations with respect to the energy
use or efficiency of televisions must be made
in accordance with tests conducted pursuant
to this appendix, manufacturers may wish to
begin using this test procedure as soon as
possible.
0. Incorporation by Reference
DOE incorporated by reference in § 430.3,
ANSI/CTA–2037–C in its entirety. However,
only enumerated provisions of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C are applicable to this appendix, as
follows:
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Television Set Power Consumption
(a) Sections 5.1 and 5.2 as referenced in
section 1 of this appendix;
(b) Sections 7.1.1 through 7.2 as referenced
in section 2 of this appendix;
(c) Sections 7.3 through 8.2 as referenced
in section 3 of this appendix;
(d) Sections 9.1 through 9.11 as referenced
in section 4 of this appendix; and
(e) Sections 10 through 11.2 as referenced
in section 5 of this appendix;
1. Definitions and Symbols
1.1. Definitions. The following terms are
defined according to Section 5.1 of ANSI/
CTA–2037–C.
(a) Automatic brightness control
(b) Brightest selectable picture setting
(c) Default preset picture setting
(d) Dynamic Luminance
(e) Energy-Efficient-Ethernet
(f) Filmmaker Mode
(g) Forced menu
(h) HDR10
(i) High Dynamic Range
(j) Home configuration
(k) Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG)
(l) Illuminance
(m) Luminance
(n) Main battery
(o) Motion-Based Dynamic Dimming
(p) Neutral density filter
(q) Off Mode
(r) On Mode
(s) Preset picture setting
(t) Quick start
(u) Snoot
(v) Standby-Active Mode
(w) Standby-Passive Mode
(x) Wake-By-Remote-Control-App
(y) Wake-By-Smart-Speaker
(z) Wake-On-Cast
1.2. Symbol usage. The symbols and
abbreviations in Section 5.2 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C apply to this test procedure.
2. Test Equipment
2.1. AC Power Supply. The AC power
supply shall be setup according to the
requirements in Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C. Additionally, the following
requirement is also applicable:
2.1.1. AC Power Supply Usage. The AC
power supply shall be used to power only the
unit under test (UUT). The camera
photometer and ABC lamp may be powered
by mains electricity.
2.2. Power Meter. The power meter shall be
setup and used according to the requirements
in Section 7.1.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
2.3. Illuminance Photometer. The
illuminance photometer shall be setup and
used according to Section 7.1.3 of ANSI/
CTA–2037–C.
2.4. Camera Photometer. The camera
photometer shall be setup and used
according to Section 7.1.4 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C.
2.5. Media Player and Storage Device. The
test media shall be stored and displayed
using the equipment outlined in Sections
7.1.5, 7.1.6. and 7.1.7 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
2.6. Network-Related Equipment. The
networking equipment shall be setup and
used according to Section 7.1.8 of ANSI/
CTA–2037–C.
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2.7. ABC Light Source. The ABC light
source shall be setup and used according to
Section 7.1.9 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
2.8. Test Signals. The test signals used for
on mode power consumption shall be as
specified in Section 7.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–
C.
3. Test Setup
3.1. Environmental Conditions. The
environmental conditions of the test room
shall meet the requirements set in Section 7.3
of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
3.2. Ambient Light Conditions. The
ambient light conditions of the test room
shall meet the requirements set in Section 7.4
of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
3.3. The UUT and all associated test
equipment shall be setup according to
Sections 8.1 and 8.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
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4. Test Configuration
4.1. UUT Firmware Update. The UUT
firmware shall be updated according to the
requirements specified in Section 9.1 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
4.2. Initial Setup. The TV shall be initially
setup following the requirements in Section
9.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
4.3. Media Provision. The test media shall
be provided according to the requirements in
Section 9.3 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
4.4. Sound Level Adjustments. The sound
level of the UUT shall be set according to
Section 9.4 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
4.5. Video Aspect Ratio. The video aspect
ratio shall be setup according to Section 9.5
of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
4.6. Identification of the Default SDR and
HDR10 Preset Picture Settings. The
identification of the default SDR and HDR10
preset picture settings shall be conducted as
specified in Section 9.6 of ANSI/CTA–2037–
C.
4.7. Motion-Based Dynamic Dimming.
Motion-based dynamic dimming shall be
setup according to Section 9.7 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C.
4.8. Identification of the Brightest Preset
Picture Setting. The identification of the
brightest preset picture setting shall be
conducted using Section 9.8 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C. Additionally, ensure that ABC is
disabled while identifying the brightest
preset picture setting.
4.9. Quick Start. Quick start shall be
configured and setup according to Section
9.9 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
4.10. Network Connections. Network
connections shall be configured as specified
in Section 9.10 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
5. Test Conduct
5.1. Camera Configuration and UUT
Stabilization. Before testing is conducted the
UUT and camera photometer shall be setup
and stabilized according to Section 10 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C.
5.2. On Mode Test. Conduct the on mode
test according to Section 11.1 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C, including the following additions,
and record power consumption as noted
below:
5.2.1. Default SDR preset picture setting.
5.2.1.1. Record the average power
consumption with ABC off at the default
backlight level as PDefault_ABCoff.
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default in the default SDR preset picture
setting, record the average power
consumption with ABC off at backlight level
set to 20 percent of its maximum level as
PDefault_ABCoff_20%backlight.
5.2.1.3. For UUTs with ABC enabled by
default in the default SDR preset picture
setting, record the average power
consumption at 140, 50, 17, and 4 lux as
PDefault_140, PDefault_50, PDefault_17, and PDefault_
4, respectively.
5.2.1.4. Calculate the default SDR preset
picture setting average power consumption
as follows:
PDefault = PDefault_ABCoff for UUTs with ABC
disabled in the default SDR preset picture
setting, and
PDefault = (PDefault_140 + PDefault_50 + PDefault_
17 + PDefault_4)/4 for UUTs with ABC enabled
in the default SDR preset picture setting.
5.2.2. Brightest SDR preset picture setting.
5.2.2.1. Record the average power
consumption with ABC off at the default
backlight level as PBrightest_ABCoff.
5.2.2.2. For UUTs with ABC disabled by
default in the brightest SDR preset picture
setting, record the average power
consumption with ABC off at backlight level
set to 20 percent of its maximum level as
PBrightest_ABCoff_20%backlight.
5.2.2.3. For UUTs with ABC enabled by
default in the brightest SDR preset picture
setting, record the average power
consumption at 140, 50, 17, and 4 lux as
PBrightest_140, PBrightest_50, PBrightest_17, and
PBrightest_4, respectively.
5.2.2.4. Calculate the brightest SDR preset
picture setting average power consumption
as PBrightest = PBrightest_ABCoff.
5.2.3. Default HDR10 preset picture setting.
5.2.3.1. Record the average power
consumption with ABC off at the default
backlight level as PHDR10_ABCoff.
5.2.3.2. For UUTs with ABC disabled by
default in the default HDR10 preset picture
setting, record the average power
consumption with ABC off at backlight level
set to 20 percent of its maximum level as
PHDR10_ABCoff_20%backlight.
5.2.3.3. For UUTs with ABC enabled by
default in the default HDR10 preset picture
setting, record the average power
consumption at 140, 50, 17, and 4 lux as
PHDR10_140, PHDR10_50, PHDR10_17, and PHDR10_
4, respectively.
5.2.3.4. Calculate the default HDR10 preset
picture setting average power consumption
as follows:
PHDR10 = PHDR10_ABCoff for UUTs with ABC
disabled in the default HDR10 preset picture
setting, and
PHDR10 = (PHDR10_140 + PHDR10_50 + PHDR10_
17 + PHDR10_4)/4 for UUTs with ABC enabled
in the default HDR10 preset picture setting.
5.2.4. Calculation of On Mode Power
Consumption. Calculate the on mode power
consumption as the average of the power
consumption in the default SDR, brightest
SDR, and default HDR10 preset picture
settings as follows:
POn = (PDefault + PBrightest + PHDR10)/3
Where:
PDefault = average power consumption in the
SDR default picture setting as specified
in section 5.2.1 of this appendix;
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PBrightest = average power consumption in the
SDR brightest preset picture setting as
specified in section 5.2.2 of this
appendix; and
PHDR10 = average power consumption in the
HDR10 default preset picture setting as
specified in section 5.2.3 of this
appendix.
5.3. Standby Mode Test. Conduct the
standby mode test as specified in Section
11.2 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C and wake the
UUT from standby mode as specified in
Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA–2037–C. The
following additional requirements are also
applicable:
5.3.1. Wake time measurement, as
specified in Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA–
2037–C is not required for the purposes of
this appendix.
5.3.2. For the initial network connectivity
check specified in Section 9.11 of ANSI/
CTA–2037–C, if a network capable UUT
cannot be powered on via one of the network
connected devices after powering down for 5seconds, then record the measured average
power consumption over the entire duration
of the standby test as Pstandby_internet.
5.3.3. At the end of the standby test, power
on the UUT as specified in Section 9.11 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C. If a network capable
UUT powers on via one of the network
connected devices, record the measured
average power consumption as Pstandby_smart_
wake. If a network capable UUT does not
power on via any of the network connected
devices, record the measured average power
consumption as Pstandby_internet. For UUTs
without network capability, record the
measured average power consumption as
Pstandby_passive.
5.3.4. If the UUT does not meet the
stability criteria specified in Section 11.2 of
ANSI/CTA–2037–C at the end of the standby
mode test duration of 240 minutes, average
the power consumption during the last twothirds of the measurement period and record
this value as the standby power measurement
using the variables as defined in section 5.3.3
of this appendix.
6. Calculation of Annual Energy
Consumption
6.1. Calculation. The annual energy
consumption (AEC) of the TV shall be
calculated using on and standby mode power
consumption values as determined pursuant
to sections 5.2 and 5.3, respectively, of this
appendix as follows:
AEC = 365 * (Pon * Hon + Pstandby_smart_wake *
Hstandby_smart_wake + Pstandby_internet *
Hstandby_internet + Pstandby_passive * Hstandby_
passive)/1000
Where:
Pon = average on mode power consumption
as calculated in section 5.2 of this
appendix;
Hon = hours per day spent in on mode as
specified in Table 1 of this appendix;
Pstandby_smart_wake = average standby mode
power consumption for UUTs with smart
wake capability as calculated in section
5.3 of this appendix;
Hstandby_smart_wake = hours per day spent in
standby mode for UUTs with smart wake
capability as specified in Table 1 of this
appendix;
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Pstandby_internet = average standby mode power
consumption for UUTs with network
capability without smart wake capability
as calculated in section 5.3 of this
appendix;
Hstandby_smart_wake = hours per day spent in
standby mode for UUTs with network
capability without smart wake capability
as specified in Table 1 of this appendix;
Pstandby_passive = average standby mode power
consumption for UUTs without network
capability as calculated in section 5.3 of
this appendix;
Hstandby_passive = hours per day spent in
standby mode for UUTs without network
capability as specified in Table 1 of this
appendix;
365 = conversion factor from daily to yearly;
and
1000 = conversion factor from watts to
kilowatts
TABLE 1—HOURLY WEIGHTINGS
Hstandby_smart_
Hon
Standby smart wake ........................................................................................
Standby internet ...............................................................................................
Standby-passive ..............................................................................................
6.2. Rounding. The calculated AEC value
shall be rounded as follows:
wake
5
5
5
6.2.1. If the calculated AEC value is 100
kWh or less, the rated value shall be rounded
to the nearest tenth of a kWh.
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than 100 kWh, the rated value shall be
rounded to the nearest kWh.
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Vol. 87
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No. 41
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Part III
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10 CFR Parts 429 and 430
Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedure for Television Sets;
Proposed Rule
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
10 CFR Parts 429 and 430
[EERE-2016-BT-TP-0023]
RIN 1904-AD70
Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedure for Television Sets
AGENCY: Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of
Energy.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking and request for comment.
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SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Energy (``DOE'') proposes to amend the
test procedures for television sets to incorporate by reference the
relevant updated industry standard. DOE has tentatively determined that
the proposed updates would result in a test procedure that is more
representative of the average energy use of television sets. DOE is
seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.
DATES: DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this
proposal no later than May 2, 2022. See section [V], ``Public
Participation,'' for details. DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday,
April 6, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. See section V, ``Public
Participation,'' for webinar registration information, participant
instructions, and information about the capabilities available to
webinar participants. If no participants register for the webinar, it
will be cancelled.
ADDRESSES: Interested persons are encouraged to submit comments using
the Federal eRulemaking Portal at www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments. Alternatively, interested persons
may submit comments, identified by docket number EERE-2016-BT-TP-0023,
by any of the following methods:
1. Federal eRulemaking Portal: www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
2. Email: to [email protected]. Include docket
number EERE-2016-BT-TP-0023 in the subject line of the message.
No telefacsimiles (``faxes'') will be accepted. For detailed
instructions on submitting comments and additional information on this
process, see section V of this document.
Although DOE has routinely accepted public comment submissions
through a variety of mechanisms, including postal mail and hand
delivery/courier, the Department has found it necessary to make
temporary modifications to the comment submission process in light of
the ongoing coronavirus 2019 (``COVID-19'') pandemic. DOE is currently
suspending receipt of public comments via postal mail and hand
delivery/courier. If a commenter finds that this change poses an undue
hardship, please contact Appliance Standards Program staff at (202)
586-1445 to discuss the need for alternative arrangements. Once the
COVID-19 pandemic health emergency is resolved, DOE anticipates
resuming all of its regular options for public comment submission,
including postal mail and hand delivery/courier.
Docket: The docket, which includes Federal Register notices, public
meeting attendee lists and transcripts (if a public meeting is held),
comments, and other supporting documents/materials, is available for
review at www.regulations.gov. All documents in the docket are listed
in the www.regulations.gov index. However, some documents listed in the
index, such as those containing information that is exempt from public
disclosure, may not be publicly available.
The docket web page can be found at www.regulations.gov/docket/EERE-2016-BT-TP-0023. The docket web page contains instructions on how
to access all documents, including public comments, in the docket. See
section V for information on how to submit comments through
www.regulations.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Mr. Jeremy Dommu, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy
Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building Technologies Office, EE-2J,
1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585-0121. Telephone:
(202) 506-9870. Email: [email protected].
Ms. Celia Sher, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of the General
Counsel, GC-33, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585-0121.
Telephone: (202) 287-6122. Email: [email protected].
For further information on how to submit a comment, review other
public comments and the docket, or participate in a public meeting (if
one is held), contact the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program
staff at (202) 287-1445 or by email:
[email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: DOE proposes to incorporate by reference the
following industry standard into part 430: ANSI/CTA-2037-C,
Determination of Television Set Power Consumption, CTA approved October
2021.
Copies of ANSI/CTA-2037-C can be obtained from: Consumer Technology
Association. 1919 S Eads Street, Arlington, VA 22202, 703-907-7600, or
by going to www.cta.tech.
For a further discussion of this standard, see section IV.M of this
document.
Table of Contents
I. Authority and Background
A. Authority
B. Background
II. Synopsis of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
III. Discussion
A. Scope of Applicability
B. Updates to Industry Standards
C. Definitions
D. Test Equipment
1. Power Supply
2. Power Meter
3. Luminance Meter
4. Illuminance Meter
5. Video Input Device
6. Light Source for ABC Testing
E. Test Room Setup
1. Room Ambient Conditions
2. Room Illuminance Level
3. UUT Installation and Placement
F. Test Configuration
1. Configuration of Special Functions
2. Media Player Setup and Connection
3. Test Clips
4. Preset Picture Settings for On Mode Tests
5. Sound Level
6. Network Configuration
G. Test Conduct
1. On Mode Test
2. Luminance Test
3. Standby Mode Test
4. Off Mode Test
H. Calculation of Annual Energy Consumption
I. Test Procedure Costs and Harmonization
1. Test Procedure Costs and Impact
2. Harmonization with Industry Standards
J. Compliance Date
IV. Procedural Issues and Regulatory Review
A. Review Under Executive Order 12866
B. Review Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act
C. Review Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
D. Review Under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
E. Review Under Executive Order 13132
F. Review Under Executive Order 12988
G. Review Under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995
H. Review Under the Treasury and General Government
Appropriations Act, 1999
I. Review Under Executive Order 12630
J. Review Under Treasury and General Government Appropriations
Act, 2001
K. Review Under Executive Order 13211
L. Review Under Section 32 of the Federal Energy Administration
Act of 1974
M. Description of Materials Incorporated by Reference
V. Public Participation
A. Participation in the Webinar
B. Submission of Comments
C. Issues on Which DOE Seeks Comment
VI. Approval of the Office of the Secretary
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I. Authority and Background
Television sets (``TVs'') are included in the list of ``covered
products'' for which DOE is authorized to establish and amend test
procedures. (42 U.S.C. 6292(a)(12)) DOE's current test procedure for
TVs is codified at title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations
(``CFR'') part 430, subpart B, appendix H, ``Uniform Test Method for
Measuring the Power Consumption of Television Sets'' (``appendix H'').
DOE has not established energy conservation standards for TVs. The
following sections discuss DOE's authority to establish test procedures
for TVs and relevant background information regarding DOE's
consideration of test procedures for this product.
A. Authority
The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended (``EPCA''),\1\
authorizes DOE to regulate the energy efficiency of a number of
consumer products and certain industrial equipment. (42 U.S.C. 6291-
6317) Title III, Part B \2\ of EPCA established the Energy Conservation
Program for Consumer Products Other Than Automobiles, which sets forth
a variety of provisions designed to improve energy efficiency. These
products include TVs, the subject of this document. (42 U.S.C.
6292(a)(12))
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\1\ All references to EPCA in this document refer to the statute
as amended through the Energy Act of 2020, Public Law 116-260 (Dec.
27, 2020).
\2\ For editorial reasons, upon codification in the U.S. Code,
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The energy conservation program under EPCA consists essentially of
four parts: (1) Testing, (2) labeling, (3) Federal energy conservation
standards, and (4) certification and enforcement procedures. Relevant
provisions of EPCA specifically include definitions (42 U.S.C. 6291),
test procedures (42 U.S.C. 6293), labeling provisions (42 U.S.C. 6294),
energy conservation standards (42 U.S.C. 6295), and the authority to
require information and reports from manufacturers (42 U.S.C. 6296).
The Federal testing requirements consist of test procedures that
manufacturers of covered products must use as the basis for: (1)
Certifying to DOE that their products comply with the applicable energy
conservation standards adopted pursuant to EPCA (42 U.S.C. 6295(s)),
and (2) making representations about the efficiency of those consumer
products (42 U.S.C. 6293(c)). Similarly, DOE must use these test
procedures to determine whether the products comply with relevant
standards promulgated under EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6295(s))
Federal energy efficiency requirements for covered products
established under EPCA generally supersede State laws and regulations
concerning energy conservation testing, labeling, and standards. (42
U.S.C. 6297) DOE may, however, grant waivers of Federal preemption for
particular State laws or regulations, in accordance with the procedures
and other provisions of EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6297(d))
Under 42 U.S.C. 6293, EPCA sets forth the criteria and procedures
DOE must follow when prescribing or amending test procedures for
covered products. EPCA requires that any test procedures prescribed or
amended under this section be reasonably designed to produce test
results which measure energy efficiency, energy use or estimated annual
operating cost of a covered product during a representative average use
cycle or period of use and not be unduly burdensome to conduct. (42
U.S.C. 6293(b)(3))
In addition, EPCA requires that DOE amend its test procedures for
all covered products to integrate measures of standby mode and off mode
energy consumption. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A)) Standby mode and off
mode energy consumption must be incorporated into the overall energy
efficiency, energy consumption, or other energy descriptor for each
covered product unless the current test procedures already account for
and incorporate standby and off mode energy consumption or such
integration is technically infeasible. If an integrated test procedure
is technically infeasible, DOE must prescribe a separate standby mode
and off mode energy use test procedure for the covered product, if
technically feasible. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A)(ii)) Any such amendment
must consider the most current versions of the International
Electrotechnical Commission (``IEC'') Standard 62301 \3\ and IEC
Standard 62087 \4\ as applicable. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A))
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\3\ IEC 62301, Household electrical appliances--Measurement of
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EPCA also requires that, at least once every 7 years, DOE evaluate
test procedures for each type of covered product, including TVs, to
determine whether amended test procedures would more accurately or
fully comply with the requirements for the test procedures to not be
unduly burdensome to conduct and be reasonably designed to produce test
results that reflect energy efficiency, energy use, and estimated
operating costs during a representative average use cycle or period of
use. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(1)(A))
If the Secretary determines, on her own behalf or in response to a
petition by any interested person, that a test procedure should be
prescribed or amended, the Secretary shall promptly publish in the
Federal Register proposed test procedures and afford interested persons
an opportunity to present oral and written data, views, and arguments
with respect to such procedures. The comment period on a proposed rule
to amend a test procedure shall be at least 60 days and may not exceed
270 days. In prescribing or amending a test procedure, the Secretary
shall take into account such information as the Secretary determines
relevant to such procedure, including technological developments
relating to energy use or energy efficiency of the type (or class) of
covered products involved. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(2)) If DOE determines
that test procedure revisions are not appropriate, DOE must publish its
determination not to amend the test procedures. DOE is publishing this
notice of proposed rulemaking (``NOPR'') in satisfaction of the 7-year
review requirement specified in EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(1)(A))
B. Background
DOE most recently amended its TV test procedures in a final rule
published on October 25, 2013 (``October 2013 final rule''). 78 FR
63823. The current DOE test procedure includes methods for measuring TV
power consumption in active mode (i.e., on mode), standby mode, and off
mode; TV screen luminance; and the annual energy consumption (``AEC'')
of TVs. As part of the on mode testing, DOE adopted the use of IEC
Standard 62087, Edition 3.0, 2011-04 ``Methods of measurement for the
power consumption of audio, video, and related equipment'' (``IEC
62087:2011''). IEC 62087:2011 includes a video test clip on a DVD and
Blu-ray DiscTM to be used when conducting on mode testing
(``IEC test clip''), as well a static, black-and-white 3-bar image for
measuring screen luminance.
Subsequently, on June 24, 2016, DOE published in the Federal
Register a request for information (``June 2016 RFI'') seeking comments
on the existing TV test procedure. 81 FR 41262. In the June 2016 RFI,
DOE noted that it found certain TVs consistently demonstrated decreased
power use when displaying the IEC test clip as compared to other test
clips. Id. at 81 FR 41277. DOE noted that this reduction in power
consumption was primarily seen in TVs that had motion-based dynamic
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dimming (``MDD'') functionality \5\ turned on during testing, which
would reduce the power consumption when playing the IEC test clip
because the IEC test clip is composed of short segments of high motion
stitched together. Id. In the June 2016 RFI, DOE requested comments,
information, and data on this topic, as well as: The use of the IEC
test clip or other test clips; whether the current luminance test,
which uses a static 3-bar image to measure screen luminance, was
representative of an average use cycle or period of use, or alternative
luminance tests that should be considered; and the default settings of
a TV and changes to the default settings and special functions by
consumers.
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\5\ ANSI/CTA-2037-C defines motion-based dynamic dimming as a
television feature that adjusts luminance in response to amount of
motion in the displayed image. In practice, MDD dims a TV's
backlight when rapid motion or frequent scene changes are displayed
on screen.
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DOE received comments in response to the June 2016 RFI from the
interested parties listed in Table I.1.
Table I.1--Written Comments Received in Response to June 2016 RFI
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Organization(s) Reference in this NOPR Commenter type
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Appliance Standards Awareness Project and the ASAP and NEEP............... Efficiency Organizations.
Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southern California CA IOUs..................... Utilities.
Gas Company, Southern California Edison, and San
Diego Gas and Electric Company; collectively, the
California Investor-Owned Utilities.
Consumer Technology Association...................... CTA......................... Trade Association.
LG Electronics USA, Inc. \6\......................... LG.......................... Manufacturer.
Natural Resources Defense Council.................... NRDC........................ Efficiency Organization.
Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance................. NEEA........................ Efficiency Organization.
Samsung Electronics.................................. Samsung..................... Manufacturer.
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The received comments in response to the June 2016 RFI are
addressed throughout this document and a parenthetical reference at the
end of a comment quotation or paraphrase provides the location of the
item in the public record.\7\
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\6\ LG Electronics USA, Inc. submitted a second comment after
the close of the comment period.
\7\ The parenthetical reference provides a reference for
information located in the docket of DOE's rulemaking for TVs.
(Docket NO. EERE-2016-BT-TP-0023, which is maintained at
www.regulations.gov). The references are arranged as follows:
(commenter name, comment docket ID number, page of that document).
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Following the publication of the RFI, on January 19, 2017, DOE
posted a pre-publication advance notice of proposed rulemaking
(``January 2017 pre-publication ANOPR''),\8\ which described potential
amendments to the TV test procedure that would address the issues
discussed in the RFI as well as a number of other issues, including the
configuration of special functions during testing, performing system
updates prior to testing, and incorporating updated industry test
procedures.\9\ (January 2017 pre-publication ANOPR at pp. 6-10) The
January 2017 pre-publication ANOPR was intended to assist DOE in
determining whether amendments are needed to ensure that the TV test
procedure produces results that are representative of an average use
cycle or period of use. (Id. at p. 5) The January 2017 pre-publication
ANOPR was also intended to facilitate discussion, solicit feedback, and
provide input to industry consensus standards setting bodies regarding
modifications that DOE was considering so that these other
organizations can be apprised of DOE's considerations as they undertook
their own revisions. (Id. at p. 6)
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\8\ The January 2017 pre-publication ANOPR is available at:
www.energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2017/01/f34/tv_tp_anopr_2017-1-19_4.pdf.
\9\ The January 2017 pre-publication ANOPR was not subsequently
published in the Federal Register due to the Regulatory Freeze
Pending Review published on January 24, 2017. 82 FR 8346.
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While specific comments received in response to the June 2016 RFI
are discussed in relevant sections of this document, DOE received
certain comments regarding the overall test procedure at appendix H.
NRDC and ASAP and NEEP recommended that the test method be updated to
be more representative of current typical viewing conditions to provide
a more accurate estimate of TV energy consumption during actual usage.
(NRDC, No. 2 at p. 1; ASAP and NEEP, No. 6 at p. 1) CA IOUs expressed
concerns regarding whether the current test procedure is representative
of actual consumer TV viewing conditions. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at pp. 1-2)
CTA recommended that DOE terminate its test procedure rulemaking
process while IEC and CTA update their respective TV test procedures.
(CTA, No. 7 at pp. 4-5, 7) CTA stated that DOE's only appropriate role
with respect to the TV test procedure is to adopt and incorporate by
reference a full-vetted industry-led standard. (Id.) CTA asserted that
a DOE-specific test procedure would always lag behind technology
innovation and would introduce unnecessary burden for TV manufacturers.
(Id.) CTA stated that the issues discussed in the RFI did not
necessitate the completion of a new TV test procedure rulemaking before
the IEC standard was updated. (Id.) CTA commented that, while a test
procedure for TVs should be maintained to keep pace with technology
improvements and changes, there were ongoing efforts to update the
industry test standards for TV power measurement. (CTA, No. 7 at pp. 2-
3) CTA further commented that the IEC standard has been efficiently
produced, is being kept up-to-date as technology evolves, and asserted
that the industry standard is therefore consistent with DOE regulatory
activities and practical considerations. (CTA, No. 7 at p. 4) Samsung
similarly commented that all of the issues discussed in the RFI, as
well as additional issues not discussed in the RFI, are within the
scope of an IEC development process that had already been initiated at
the time. (Samsung, No. 5 at pp. 1-2) CTA and Samsung both recommended
that DOE participate in the ongoing IEC standards development when
considering revisions to appendix H. CTA stated that this approach is
required in order to comply with the Office of Management and Budget
(``OMB'') Circular A-119. (CTA, No. 7 at pp. 3-5; Samsung, No. 5 at pp.
1-2)
Subsequently, in October 2021, CTA published an update to its TVs
power measurement standard, ``Determination of Television Set Power
Consumption,''
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American National Standards Institute (``ANSI'')/CTA-2037-C (``ANSI/
CTA-2037-C''), which DOE has tentatively determined addresses many of
the concerns DOE raised in the June 2016 RFI as well as many of the
comments submitted by NRDC, ASAP and NEEP, CA IOUs, CTA, and Samsung.
DOE has initially determined that ANSI/CTA-2037-C is consistent
with the existing metrics and approach incorporated in the TV test
procedure at appendix H, while also incorporating provisions that
address current industry trends and improve the accuracy and
repeatability of the test procedure. ANSI/CTA-2037-C also adopts
several changes that were suggested in public comments submitted by
interested parties in response to DOE's June 2016 RFI. DOE participated
in the CTA standards development process, including providing input and
participating in round robin testing to evaluate the CTA standard while
under development, and is currently also participating in the IEC
standards development process. A test report detailing the results of
the round robin testing is available at the ENERGY STAR website
(``round robin test report'').\10\
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\10\ Televisions Test Report, April 12, 2021. Available at:
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/ENERGY%20STAR%20TVs%20Test%20Report%20-%20April%202021.pdf.
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II. Synopsis of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
In this NOPR, DOE proposes to incorporate by reference into 10 CFR
430.3 the updated industry standard, ANSI/CTA-2037-C, and adopt through
reference in appendix H certain provisions of the industry standard
that would:
(1) Establish definitions and symbols associated with the updates
to the industry standard including those applicable to the new test
equipment, TV settings, and video content (e.g., high dynamic range
(``HDR''), dynamic luminance, MDD);
(2) Update the specifications required for the power supply, power
meter, and illuminance meter, including additional requirements to
reduce the voltage and frequency fluctuations in the power supply
specifically for on mode testing and requiring the calibration of the
illuminance meter to a light-emitting diode (``LED'') illuminant;
(3) Specify the use of a camera photometer for the measurement of
dynamic luminance during all on mode testing instead of the usage of a
luminance meter only capable of instantaneous luminance measurements;
(4) Update the method for test video storage to a universal serial
bus (``USB'') device rather than a Blu-ray Disc played through a media
player that does not conduct any video processing;
(5) Specify the automatic brightness control (``ABC'') light source
to be an LED lamp rather than an incandescent lamp. Additionally,
specify that the ABC light source be positioned at an angle of 45
degrees (``[deg]'') from the ABC sensor. The illuminance meter is also
required to be angled at 45[deg] pointed directly at the ABC light
source;
(6) Specify detailed unit under test (``UUT'') installation and
placement requirements, including the setup of test equipment relative
to the UUT and options for placing the TV on the wall or floor, rather
than a TV stand or table;
(7) Specify the TV to be updated to the latest firmware version and
include configuration requirements for special functions such as MDD
and quick start;
(8) Introduce on mode testing for TVs with HDR-enabled, and 4K
resolution testing;
(9) Require all on mode and standby mode testing to be conducted
with the TV connected to a wide area network (``WAN'') and additionally
connected to three types of devices, over local area network (``LAN''),
capable for waking the TV: A ``smart'' speaker, mobile device, and
device sending multicast discovery packets every 1 second;
(10) Include new test clips for high dynamic range-10 (``HDR10'')
format;
(11) Require on mode testing in three different preset picture
settings: Standard dynamic range (``SDR'') default, SDR brightest, and
HDR10 default, rather than a single test in the default preset picture
setting;
(12) Update the ambient light requirements for ABC-enabled testing
to 140 lux, 50 lux, 17 lux, and 4 lux, each with a 5-
percent tolerance;
(13) Specify a single standby mode test during which the TV is
connected to WAN and additionally connected to the three types of
network devices connected via LAN. The standby test period depends on
the stability of the average power consumption of the TV during the
last third of the measurement period.
Additionally, DOE proposes to amend the calculation of the AEC
metric to incorporate the average on mode power in the SDR default, SDR
brightest, and HDR10 default preset picture settings and remove the off
mode power consumption.
DOE's proposed actions are summarized in Table II.1 compared to the
current test procedure as well as the reason for the proposed change.
Table II.1--Summary of Changes in Proposed Test Procedure Relative to Current Test Procedure
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Current DOE test procedure Proposed test procedure Attribution
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Defines terms applicable to the test References certain definitions from Update to industry standard.
procedure ANSI/CTA-2037-C
Requires power supply and power Updates reference to ANSI/CTA-2037- Update to industry standard.
meter to meet specifications C, with the exception that only the
incorporated from IEC 62087:2011 UUT be powered using the AC power
supply
Requires a luminance meter for References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard.
luminance testing of TVs specifies the use of a camera
photometer
Requires illuminance meter to be References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard. Improve
accurate for ambient light requires the illuminance meter to representativeness of results.
measurements be calibrated to an LED illuminant
Requires the playback of specified References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard. Improve
media from a Blue-Ray player via a utilizes a media player and USB representativeness of results.
Blu-ray Disc storage device to play the
specified media
Requires the ABC light source to be References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard. Improve
an incandescent bulb for ABC uses an LED light source for ABC representativeness of results.
testing testing
Requires the light source to be References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard. Improve
directed at the center of the ABC directs the ABC light source at the representativeness of results.
sensor from 1.5 meters (``m'') away ABC sensor at an angle of 45[deg]
aligned directly with the center of
the sensor
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Requires the TV to be placed at References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard.
least 0.5 m away from any wall specifies that the TV must be
surface and setup according to placed on a table, floor, or wall
manufacturer's instructions with a black cloth and reflective
card be placed underneath the ABC
sensor
Requires the ambient light to be References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard. Improve
measured by the illuminance meter requires the illuminance meter to representativeness of results.
at the ABC sensor pointing in the be positioned at the ABC sensor on
direction of the light source a stand that allows it to point
directly at the 45[deg] light
source
Requires TVs to be tested in the References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard.
default state for all special disables MDD, and conditionally
functions, unless a forced menu is enables ``quick start.'' When a
displayed requiring the forced menu is displayed, the most
configuration of special functions, power consumptive option is
in which case the most power selected, with some exceptions
consumption option is selected
Does not conduct any testing for HDR References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard. Improve
preset picture settings conducts testing in SDR default, representativeness of results.
SDR brightest, and HDR10 default
preset picture settings
Does not require TVs to update their References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard.
system firmware prior to testing requires the UUT use the latest
firmware update and conduct a
factory reset
Requires the TV to be connected to a References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard. Improve
LAN with no other devices other requires the UUT be connected to a representativeness of results.
than the TV WAN and additionally be connected
with a smart speaker, mobile
device, and a network traffic
generator over LAN. These network
conditions are required for all on
mode and standby mode testing
Requires the stabilization of the TV References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Updates to industry standard.
by directing the light source with requires the TV to be stabilized by
at least 300 lx into the ABC sensor playing 5-minutes of the IEC test
clip and comparing the average
power between two successive runs
Specifies the use of the IEC test References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Updates to industry standard.
clip (in the highest resolution (SD retains the IEC test clip (in SD
or HD) supported by the TV) played and HD resolution) but specifies
via a Blu-ray Disc as specified in that it must be played via a USB
IEC 62087:2011 flash drive. Additionally,
specifies a new 5-minute HDR10 test
clip (in HD and UHD resolution)
Requires the on mode test to be References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard.
conducted at ambient light levels conducts ABC testing for preset
of 100, 35, 12, and 3 lux if the TV picture settings with ABC enabled
has ABC enabled by default by default at ambient light levels
of 140, 50, 17, and 4 lux
Measures power consumption and References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard.
luminance separately measures power consumption as well
as dynamic luminance of the TV
during the same test
Requires a luminance test to References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard.
determine the brightest preset determines the SDR brightest preset
picture setting using the luminance picture setting by playing the 5-
meter and the IEC three-bar image minute IEC test clip in each preset
picture setting (with ABC disabled)
and determining the brightest based
on the dynamic luminance during the
5-minute test period
Specifies standby-passive mode, References ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which Update to industry standard. Improve
standby-active mode, low mode, and conducts a single standby mode test representativeness of results.
off mode tests during which the UUT is connected
to WAN and additionally connected
to three network devices on LAN and
the average power consumption is
measured for a variable duration,
depending on the stability of the
power consumption, over a period of
60 to 240 minutes. Additionally,
eliminates the off mode test
Requires the AEC to be calculated Requires the AEC to be calculated Improves representativeness of
using on mode power, standby-active using the on mode power as the results.
low power, standby-passive power, average power of SDR default, SDR
and off mode power brightest, and HDR10 default preset
picture settings, as well as the
standby mode power consumption
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DOE has tentatively determined that the proposed amendments
described in section III of this NOPR would alter the measured
efficiency of TVs and would require retesting of TV basic models. The
proposed test procedure is substantively the same procedure established
by industry, with some modifications. Discussion of DOE's proposed
actions are addressed in detail in section III of this NOPR.
III. Discussion
A. Scope of Applicability
This proposed rulemaking applies to TVs, which are products
designed to produce dynamic video, contain an internal TV tuner encased
within the product housing, and that are capable of receiving dynamic
visual content from wired or wireless sources including but not limited
to broadcast signals, display-specific data connections, media storage
devices, and/or network connections. 10 CFR 430.2. DOE is not proposing
to amend the scope of the current TV test procedure.
B. Updates to Industry Standards
Appendix H references IEC 62087:2011 and IEC 62301, Edition 2.0,
2011-04, ``Household electrical appliances--Measurement of standby
power'' (``IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0'') for certain requirements, while the
remaining requirements are specified in appendix H itself.
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The IEC and CTA are two industry standards development bodies that
have published standards for testing the power consumption of TVs
(i.e., IEC 62087 and CTA 2037, respectively). Since publication of the
October 2013 final rule, both of these standards have been updated more
than once to keep pace with evolving TV technologies. The most recent
update was the publication of ANSI/CTA-2037-C in October 2021; an
update to the IEC 62087 standard is currently underway.
In this NOPR, DOE is proposing to incorporate by reference ANSI/
CTA-2037-C into 10 CFR 430.3 to reference the relevant sections of this
industry standard in the DOE test procedure at appendix H. Since
publication of the October 2013 final rule, TV technology has evolved
significantly. ANSI/CTA-2037-C addresses many of the technologies
(e.g., ultra-high definition (``UHD'') or ``4K'' resolution, HDR, etc.)
not previously considered in the development of the current DOE test
procedure for TVs and also specifies configuration and setup
requirements to improve the representativeness with respect to the
current DOE test procedure at appendix H.
While standard definition (``SD'') and high definition (``HD'')
were the predominant TV display resolutions at the time of the October
2013 final rule, UHD resolution TVs have gained prominence currently,
and 8K resolution TVs are emerging. According to Statista, as of March
2021, around 44 percent of U.S. households with TVs have a 4K-capable
TV at home, compared to 31 percent in 2019.\11\ Additionally, HDR
content is more prevalent, and a majority of the TVs are ``smart'' TVs
(i.e., they can be connected to a network connection). In 2016,
Information Handling Services (``IHS'') Markit estimated that shipments
of TVs supporting HDR functionality would increase from 4 million units
in 2016 to more than 30 million units in 2020.\12\ Hub Entertainment
Research estimates that 52 percent of all TVs are reported in 2021 to
be smart TVs, up from 45 percent in 2020.\13\
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\11\ 4K Ultra HDTV household penetration in the United States in
2019 and 2021. October 19, 2021. Available at: www.statista.com/statistics/1247334/4k-ultra-hdtv-us-household-penetration/.
\12\ IHS Study: 4K Ultra HD HDR to take Major TV Market Share by
2020. October 12, 2016. Available at: hdguru.com/ihs-study-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-to-take-major-tv-market-share-by-2020/.
\13\ Report: Smart TVs Account For 50% of TVs Overall; Found in
70% of TV Homes. April 7, 2021 Available at: www.mediaplaynews.com/report-smart-tvs-account-for-50-percent-of-tvs-overall-found-in-70-percent-tv-homes/.
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Accordingly, DOE is proposing to adopt by reference the substantive
provisions of ANSI/CTA-2037-C, with some modifications in order to
provide additional detail and test conditions in order to improve the
representativeness of the test results. DOE has initially determined
that the measurement of screen luminance and power consumption as
specified in ANSI/CTA 2037-C would provide a measured result that is
more representative of the average period of use of TVs.
Since publication of the June 2016 RFI, DOE has conducted testing
according to appendix H, performed investigative testing to understand
TV power consumption and the functions that impact power draw, and also
participated in round robin testing to evaluate the ANSI/CTA-2037-C
standard while it was under development. The round robin testing
demonstrated that power consumption and luminance measurements are
reproducible within 5 percent between test labs. DOE's testing also
demonstrated that luminance and power consumption measurement are
repeatable to within a coefficient of variation (``COV'') of 3 percent.
Based on these test results that were presented in the round robin test
report, DOE has tentatively determined that ANSI/CTA-2037-C produces
measures of energy consumption that are representative of current TV
use, and produces results that are repeatable and reproducible.
DOE is also aware that the CTA working group is currently reviewing
ANSI/CTA-2037-C to determine if any revisions are necessary. DOE
understands that should the working group make any changes to ANSI/CTA-
2037-C, CTA would publish a revised standard, potentially numbered as
CTA-2037-D. DOE is participating in the working group meetings to
review and revise ANSI/CTA-2037-C. While this NOPR proposes to
reference the requirements from ANSI/CTA-2037-C, it also discusses the
revisions being considered under CTA-2037-D. DOE requests comment on
these revisions as well as any additional revisions under consideration
in CTA-2037-D that are not discussed in this document. Should CTA-2037-
D publish prior to the publication of any DOE TVs test procedure final
rule, DOE intends, after considering stakeholder feedback, to
incorporate by reference CTA-2037-D provided the updates in this
standard are consistent with the provisions DOE is proposing in the
NOPR or the updates are related to topics that DOE has discussed and
solicited comments in this NOPR. The subsequent sections of this NOPR
discuss each substantive change in ANSI/CTA-2037-C that DOE proposes to
incorporate into appendix H as well as the updates being considered in
CTA-2037-D.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to adopt the substantive
provisions of ANSI/CTA-2037-C in appendix H with certain modifications.
C. Definitions
Appendix H includes definitions for certain terms that are also
defined in ANSI/CTA-2037-C; other terms are defined in ANSI/CTA-2037-C
but are not currently defined in appendix H. The following paragraphs
discuss the comments in response to the June 2016 RFI that pertain to
definitions in appendix H, DOE's response to these comments, as well as
DOE's proposal to reference certain definitions specified in ANSI/CTA-
2037-C.
``Preset picture setting'' is defined in section 2.15 of appendix H
as ``a preprogrammed factory setting obtained from the TV menu with
pre-determined picture parameters such as brightness, contrast, color,
sharpness, etc. Preset picture settings can be selected within the home
or retail mode.'' NEEA commented that the term ``preset picture
setting'' could be confusing, since it could potentially refer to both
preset picture settings and picture parameters (e.g., brightness,
backlight, contrast, etc.). NEEA commented that manufacturers typically
refer to preset picture settings as picture modes in their onscreen
menus and recommended adopting that same terminology to improve clarity
in the test procedure. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 11) ANSI/CTA-2037-C includes
a definition for ``preset picture setting'' rather than picture modes.
DOE proposes to reference this definition, which defines the term as a
picture setting that is selectable by a user from a set of
manufacturer-defined picture settings. DOE has initially determined
that the term as provided in the CTA standard reflects industry use and
understanding of the term and proposes to adopt the term in the DOE
test procedure through reference to ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
The term ``prompt'' is used in section 5.5 of appendix H as
follows: If at any time during on mode operation a message prompt is
displayed requesting the configuration of special functions, the most
power consumptive configuration shall be selected. LG commented that
DOE should clarify the term ``prompt'' in the test procedure, since it
may be interpreted that the opportunity to change a setting is the same
as ``prompting'' the consumer to change a setting. LG suggested the
following definition: ``Prompt means action or suggestion that
encourages
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users to make a particular selection.'' (LG, No. 4 at p. 5) In the
ANSI/CTA-2037-C standard, which DOE proposes to reference to test TV
power consumption, the word ``prompted'' is used in the definition of
the term ``forced menu \14\'' and in Section 9.2 (Initial Steps) in the
instruction to ``Proceed through initial set-up prompts'' after
powering on the UUT. DOE has tentatively determined that the definition
of ``forced menu'' provides the necessary context for the term
``prompt'' to be understood as an action that the user must take for
initial configuration setup. Therefore, DOE is not proposing to define
``prompt.''
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\14\ In Section 5.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C, ``forced menu'' is
defined as: Configuration selections required of the user when a
Television Set is turned on for the first time that force the user
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The definitions currently specified in appendix H are either
provided directly or through adoption of certain definitions provided
in IEC 62087:2011. However, many of these terms are also defined in
ANSI/CTA-2037-C. Table III.1 identifies the terms that are currently
used in appendix H and ANSI/CTA-2037-C, the similarities and
differences in their respective definitions, and whether DOE proposes
to adopt each definition through reference to ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
Table III.1--Terms Currently Used in Appendix H and ANSI/CTA-2037-C and the Similarities or Differences Between
Definitions
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Adopt by reference to
Terms currently in Appendix H Terms currently in Similarities/differences ANSI/CTA-2037-C for
ANSI/CTA-2037-C between definitions Appendix H?
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Brightest selectable preset picture Brightest selectable Appendix H refers to the Yes.
setting. preset picture brightest picture setting
setting. within either the home or
retail configuration,
whereas ANSI/CTA-2037-C
refers only to the
brightest preset picture
setting within the home
configuration. ANSI/CTA-
2037-C additionally
specifies that this is a
user-selectable preset
picture setting.
Default picture setting............ Default picture ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies Yes.
setting. that this picture setting
is determined using only
the home configuration.
appendix H indicates the
default picture setting
may be decided after a
forced menu, which ANSI/
CTA-2037-C does not
mention.
Forced menu........................ Forced menu........... Substantively the same Yes.
definitions.
Home configuration................. Home configuration.... Substantively the same Yes.
definitions.
Illuminance........................ Illuminance........... Substantively the same Yes.
definitions.
Luminance.......................... Luminance............. Substantively the same Yes.
definitions.
Main battery....................... Main battery.......... Substantively the same Yes.
definitions.
Off mode........................... Off mode.............. ANSI/CTA-2037-C provides a Yes.
note that describes how
some power may still be
consumed when the UUT is
in off mode. Appendix H
does not include such a
note.
On mode............................ On mode............... Similar definitions........ Yes.
Preset picture setting............. Preset picture setting Appendix H provides details Yes.
on the specific parameters
that may be determined by
the preset picture setting.
Standby-passive mode............... Standby-passive mode.. Similar definitions........ Yes.
Additional functions............... ...................... Not listed in the No.
definitions section of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
Auxiliary Battery.................. ...................... Not listed in the No.
definitions section of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
Retail configuration............... ...................... Not listed in the No.
definitions section of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C, however
Section 9.2 of ANSI/CTA-
2037-C specifies that,
``the UUT shall be
configured in home
configuration.'' No
mention of retail
configuration exists in
ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
Special functions.................. ...................... Not listed in the No.
definitions section of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C. The term
special functions is not
used anywhere in ANSI/CTA-
2037-C.
Standby-active, high mode.......... ...................... Standby-active, high and No.
Standby-active, low modes
have been combined into a
single Standby-active mode
definition in ANSI/CTA-
2037-C. In ANSI/CTA-2037-
C, standby-active mode
differs from Standby-
passive mode by allowing
the UUT to be switched
into another power mode
using an external signal
in standby-active mode.
Standby-active, low mode........... ...................... See above.................. No.
(not defined)...................... Automatic brightness This term is used Yes.
control. frequently in ANSI/CTA-
2037-C.
(not defined)...................... Dynamic Luminance..... This term defines the TV Yes.
screen's luminance as
measured during the
playback of dynamic video
content.
(not defined)...................... Energy-Efficient- This term is used in the Yes.
Ethernet. Network connection
hierarchy in both ANSI/CTA-
2037-C and appendix H. H.
(not defined)...................... Filmmaker Mode........ This term is defined in No.
ANSI/CTA-2037-C but is not
referenced elsewhere
within the test method.
(not defined)...................... HDR10................. This term defines a Yes.
specific video display
format that is used to
test the UUTs power
consumption.
(not defined)...................... High-definition This term defines a video No.
multimedia interface input terminal for TVs. It
(``HDMI[supreg]''). is defined at 10 CFR
430.2; therefore, it does
not need to be defined in
appendix H.
(not defined)...................... High Dynamic Range This term more broadly Yes.
(``HDR''). defines the video format
category that HDR10
belongs to.
(not defined)...................... Hybrid Log Gamma This term defines a type of Yes.
(``HLG''). HDR video and is used when
describing the test
signals used during
testing.
(not defined)...................... International System This is defined as ``The No.
of Units. modern form of the metric
system''. This term does
not need to be defined in
appendix H since it is a
generally understood term.
(not defined)...................... Motion-Based Dynamic This term defines a Yes.
Dimming (``MDD''). television feature that
adjusts luminance in
response to motion being
displayed and is disabled
during TV testing.
(not defined)...................... Neutral density This term is used to define Yes
(``ND'') filter. the filter that is used to
accomplish the 3 lux
luminance requirement for
on mode testing.
(not defined)...................... Partial on mode....... This term defines the Yes.
standby sub-modes.
(not defined)...................... Perceptual This term defines a No.
Quantization Video. specific video utilized by
HDR. It is not referenced
elsewhere in ANSI/CTA-2037-
C.
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(not defined)...................... Power Modes........... This term identifies all No.
the various power modes:
Off mode, on mode, partial
on mode, which includes
standby-passive and
standby-active). The
generic term power mode is
not referenced elsewhere
in ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
(not defined)...................... Quick start........... This term defines quick Yes.
start functionality, which
is a special function that
impacts the time it takes
for a TV to transition to
on mode from partial on
mode.
(not defined)...................... Snoot................. This term defines an object Yes.
used to prevent the ABC
lamp light from reflecting
off the UUT and
interfering with the
dynamic luminance data
collection. It is not a
required tool but may be
needed for testing in
specific instances.
(not defined)...................... Stand................. This term defines the No.
device used to hold the
UUT upright. This term is
not included in the TV
test procedure since it is
a generally understood
term.
(not defined)...................... Standby-Active Mode... This term defines a power Yes.
mode where the UUT does
not provide picture or
sound but can be switched
into another power mode
with the remote control,
an internal signal, or an
external signal. The
external signal is what
differentiates standby-
active mode from standby-
passive mode.
(not defined)...................... Standby-Passive Mode.. This term defines a power Yes.
mode where the UUT does
not provide picture or
sound but can be switched
into another power mode
with the remote control or
an internal signal but not
an external signal.
(not defined)...................... Television set........ This term is defined at 10 No.
CFR 430.2; therefore, it
does not need to be
defined in appendix H.
(not defined)...................... Wake-By-Remote-Control- This term defines the Yes.
App. ability to wake a UUT
using a network-connected
device and is used during
standby mode testing.
(not defined)...................... Wake-By-Smart-Speaker. This term defines the Yes.
ability to wake a UUT
using a voice command via
smart speaker and is used
during standby mode
testing.
(not defined)...................... Wake-On-Cast.......... This term defines the Yes.
ability to wake a UUT by
streaming a video from a
mobile device to the UUT
and is used during standby
mode testing.
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While some of the defined terms in ANSI/CTA-2037-C have minor
differences compared to the current definitions in appendix H, DOE has
initially determined that these differences are not substantive and
would not change the meaning of the defined terms or impact testing
according to the proposed test procedure compared to the current test
procedure. Accordingly, to harmonize with the current industry
standard, DOE proposes to reference Section 5.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for
the definitions of the terms used in the TV test procedure. DOE also
proposes to reference Section 5.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C to include the
relevant abbreviations that are used in the TV test procedure. Further,
for the terms that are currently defined in appendix H but a definition
does not exist in ANSI/CTA-2037-C (e.g., additional functions,
auxiliary battery, retail configuration, special functions, standby-
active, high mode, and standby-active, low mode) DOE proposes to remove
these terms from appendix H because they are not referenced in ANSI/
CTA-2037-C nor used anywhere in the proposed test procedure.
Finally, DOE notes that the CTA working group is considering
revising definitions for power modes (i.e., on mode, partial on mode,
etc.). In particular, the working group is considering deleting the
definitions for off, standby-active, and standby-passive modes and
updating the definition of partial on mode to specify that it is a mode
in which the TV is connected to an external power source, does not
provide picture or sound, and can be switched into another mode with a
remote control. The definition under consideration for partial on mode
in CTA-2037-D aligns, in part, with the current definitions specified
in ANSI/CTA-2037-C for standby-passive and standby-active modes, which
are sub-modes of partial on mode. In general, the CTA working group
intends to update all references to standby mode as partial on mode.
The working group also does not intend to differentiate between
standby-active and standby-passive modes in CTA-2037-D, but the
standard would require that the partial on mode power consumption be
captured under one of three parameters depending on the type of
functionality that is supported during the partial on mode test (as
discussed further in section III.G.3 of this document). DOE notes that
although the CTA working group is considering using the term `partial
on mode' throughout CTA-2037-D, DOE would refer to this mode as
`standby mode', if CTA-2037-D were to be finalized with `partial on
mode' as the defined term. DOE may consider additional definitions for
sub-modes within standby mode, if necessary. These would include
definitions for terms such as standby-passive and standby-active, which
DOE is proposing to reference from ANSI/CTA-2037-C in this document.
DOE requests comment on defining the identified terms in appendix H
through reference to ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
DOE also requests comment on whether it should consider the
revisions to the power mode definitions that are under consideration by
the CTA working group for CTA-2037-D.
D. Test Equipment
1. Power Supply
Sections 3.1 and 3.2 of appendix H reference Section 4.3.1 of IEC
62301 Ed. 2.0 for the voltage and frequency and power supply
requirements for testing TVs. The requirements specify that the voltage
and frequency for each region within North America must have a voltage
of 115 volts (``V'') and frequency of 60 hertz (``Hz''). IEC 62301 Ed.
2.0 additionally includes requirements for other regions around the
world.
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Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C only specifies the North American-
specific requirements; however, these requirements are specified under
the standby mode power supply requirements rather than on mode. The CTA
working group is considering moving these requirements under the power
supply requirements for on mode in CTA-2037-D. DOE expects that the
same power supply is used to test on mode and standby mode power
consumption and the specific location of where the requirement is
specified would not alter the power supply that is used to test a TV.
Additionally, given that DOE's test procedure is applicable to only
those TVs that are a type which, to any significant extent, are
distributed in commerce in the United States for personal use or
consumption by individuals (42 U.S.C. 6291(1); 42 U.S.C. 6292(a)(12);
42 U.S.C.), the North American-specific requirements specified in ANSI/
CTA-2037-C are sufficient for the DOE test procedure. Therefore, DOE
proposes to reference Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the
alternating current (``AC'') power supply specification.
Section 3.2 of appendix H additionally specifies that the total
harmonic distortion of the supply voltage must not exceed 5 percent,
inclusive to the 13th order harmonic, when the unit is under test.
Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies that the total harmonic
distortion must not exceed 2 percent up to and including the 13th
harmonic.
DOE proposes to reference the power supply requirements from ANSI/
CTA-2037-C. While the total harmonic distortion specification is more
stringent in ANSI/CTA-2037-C, based on its internal testing and general
agreement from manufacturers during the ANSI/CTA-2037-C development
working group meetings, DOE has initially determined that most power
supplies are capable of meeting this requirement; thus, DOE expects
that most, if not all, power supplies currently used for TV testing are
able to meet the requirements specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-C. Therefore,
DOE does not expect the proposed reference to the power supply
requirements would result in additional burden.
The introductory text in Section 9 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C states that
power shall be provided to the ABC lamp, camera photometer, and UUT
from the specified AC power source. DOE has initially determined that
using the same AC power source to power the UUT as well as the ABC lamp
and camera photometer could unintentionally impact the power
consumption measurement of the UUT due to ``noise'' from the ABC light
source and fluctuations in power draw caused by the camera photometer
and ABC light source. Additionally, the CTA working group is
considering revising this requirement for CTA-2037-D to specify that
only the UUT be powered using the power source specified in Section
7.1.1 of the CTA-2037 standard, the camera photometer and lamp must not
be powered by the same controlled power source, and that the camera
photometer and lamp may be powered by mains power. Accordingly, DOE
proposes to specify that TVs must be tested with only the UUT powered
by the specified AC power source. The camera photometer and ABC lamp
may be powered using standard mains electricity.
DOE requests comment on referencing Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-
C for the power supply requirements. DOE also requests comment on
referencing the updated requirements that are under consideration for
CTA-2037-D, which would move the voltage and frequency requirements for
the power supply from the standby mode to on mode section within
Section 7.1.1 of the CTA-2037 standard.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to connect only the UUT to the
specified AC power source during testing and to specify that the camera
photometer and ABC lamp may be powered via mains power. DOE also
requests feedback on whether the camera photometer and ABC lamp should
be connected to additional specified AC power sources and the burden
versus benefit of such an approach.
2. Power Meter
The power meter requirements specified in section 3.3 of appendix H
are the same as the requirements specified in Section 7.1.2 of ANSI/
CTA-2037-C, which includes the specification of a wattmeter as well as
the allowable uncertainty in measurement. ANSI/CTA-2037-C additionally
specifies calibration requirements for the power meter, the current
crest factor, and the lower bound on the current range. Accordingly,
DOE proposes to reference Section 7.1.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the
power meter requirements because it includes the requirements currently
specified in appendix H, and the additional requirements specified
would ensure that the power meter remains within bounds and calibrated
to ensure the results obtained are valid and representative. Based on
feedback from manufacturers and test labs during the ANSI/CTA-2037-C
working group meetings, DOE understands that the additional
requirements would not add substantive burden in sourcing a power
meter.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the power meter
requirements from ANSI/CTA-2037-C. Specifically, DOE requests feedback
on the potential burden, if any, to meet the more stringent
requirements specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
3. Luminance Meter
Section 3.4 of appendix H specifies the accuracy requirements for a
luminance meter, which is used to measure screen luminance in the
default and brightest preset picture settings as well as the default
retail picture setting. The current luminance measurement is performed
using the static, 3-bar black-and-white image from IEC 62087:2011. This
static black-and-white image does not result in representative
luminance measurements because TVs are rarely used to display static
images (i.e., the content played on TVs is almost always dynamic, or in
motion) and pure white color is rarely displayed on a TV screen (i.e.,
most scenes displayed on a TV screen are a mix of various colors);
therefore, measuring luminance using the black-and-white image is not
representative of typical consumer use. DOE is therefore proposing to
measure dynamic screen luminance (i.e., luminance of the screen when
playing dynamic video content such as the IEC test clip) as specified
in ANSI/CTA-2037-C to ensure that a TV's screen luminance is measured
at the same time as its power consumption, which would provide
consumers a direct relationship for TV brightness (i.e., luminance) as
a function of its power consumption. DOE has initially determined that
a dynamic screen luminance measurement would provide results that are
more representative of real-world in comparison to the currently
specified static black-and-white image.
In general, a luminance meter cannot measure dynamic screen
luminance; instead, ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies use of a camera
photometer to measure the dynamic luminance of the TV screen during
each on mode test. The camera photometer captures the light from the TV
screen while displaying video content, and the average of the light
entering the camera photometer's sensor in each frame is translated
into the average luminance of the TV screen. In conjunction with the
proposal to measure dynamic screen luminance, DOE proposes to remove
the existing luminance meter requirements specified
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in section 3.4 of appendix H and instead reference Section 7.1.4 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which specifies the requirements for the camera
photometer's uncertainty, resolution, sample area, and data rate.
Additionally, the CTA working group is considering specifying an
additional requirement in CTA-2037-D that the camera used for testing
should be calibrated against a traceable light source that more closely
matches the spectral power density of LED/OLED TVs than does standard
illuminant A (e.g., D65, LED-RGB1).
DOE requests comment on its proposal to measure dynamic screen
luminance and to specify use of a camera photometer to measure dynamic
screen luminance. In particular, DOE requests comment on any concerns
with the burden associated with using a camera photometer as specified
by ANSI/CTA-2037-C to measure screen luminance.
DOE also requests comment on the additional calibration requirement
under consideration for CTA-2037-D and whether DOE should include this
requirement for its TVs test procedure.
4. Illuminance Meter
Section 3.5 of appendix H specifies accuracy requirements for the
illuminance meter, which is used to measure the room illuminance levels
at the ABC sensor for tests that are conducted with ABC on. Section
7.1.3 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the same accuracy requirements for
an illuminance meter and additionally specifies calibration
requirements for the illuminance meter. Additionally, ANSI/CTA-2037-C
specifies certain requirements if the illuminance meter is neither a
spectroradiometer nor calibrated against an illuminant replicating the
spectral emissions of LEDs. However, the CTA working group is re-
evaluating these requirements.
The CTA working group is considering reducing some of the
requirements to ease test burden by clarifying that only specific
requirements of the calibration standard must be met. These
requirements are for the illuminance meter accuracy and relative
spectral response. An additional requirement is also being considered
which would require the center of the cosine receptor to be <= 40mm in
depth.
DOE has initially determined that the illuminance meter
requirements specified in Section 7.1.3 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C are
appropriate because DOE is proposing that an LED lamp be used for ABC
testing rather than an incandescent lamp as specified currently in
appendix H (see section III.D.6 of this document for more detail).
However, DOE will continue evaluating the updated language that is
under consideration by the CTA working group. At this time DOE proposes
to reference Section 7.1.3 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the illuminance meter
requirements.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the illuminance
meter requirements, including the calibration requirements, from ANSI/
CTA-2037-C.
DOE also requests comment on the updated illuminance meter
requirements under consideration for CTA-2037-D, whether DOE should
consider referencing the updated requirements when finalized, and the
reason(s) for doing so.
5. Video Input Device
Section 3.6 of appendix H contains video input device requirements
that specify the use of a Blu-ray player and requires that the video
input device manufacturer be different from the manufacturer of the
UUT. ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the use of a USB flash drive \15\ to
play the IEC test clips. Specifically, Sections 7.1.5 through 7.1.7 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C specify the use of a USB 3.0 flash drive that stores
the test clips for playback and a separate media player that contains a
USB port to send media to the UUT via an HDMI cable. ANSI/CTA-2037-C
specifies that the media player must have a video setting that does not
perform any video processing (e.g., noise reduction, upscaling, or
adjustment of color, hue, contrast, or brightness). ANSI/CTA-2037-C
does not include the requirement that the manufacturers for the media
player and UUT must be different.
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\15\ ANSI/CTA-2037-C refers to a USB flash drive as a ``USB
thumb drive'' and a ``USB stick.''
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ANSI/CTA-2037-C additionally requires that all media must be stored
and played from a FAT32 or ExFAT \16\-formatted USB flash drive via the
USB port in the media player. ANSI/CTA-2037-C requires that the test
clips stored on the USB flash drive are played via a USB port on a
media player instead of the designated USB port on a UUT. During ANSI/
CTA-2037-C working group meetings, stakeholders noted that some TVs may
alter the default picture setting if the media is played using the USB
port on the TV rather than a media player connected via HDMI. By
storing the media on a USB flash drive and playing through a media
player, any video processing from the UUT would be avoided.
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\16\ FAT32 and ExFAT refer to file allocation formatting systems
for storage devices such as USB flash drives. FAT32 means 32-bit
version of FAT file allocation table system. exFAT means extensible
file allocation table.
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DOE proposes to reference the video media player requirements from
ANSI/CTA-2037-C. DOE has conducted testing using both the Blu-ray Disc
played via a Blu-ray player and the USB flash drive played via a Blu-
ray player. DOE has not found any difference in playing the content via
a USB flash drive connected to the Blu-ray player versus a Blu-ray Disc
played via the Blu-ray player with video processing turned off on the
Blu-ray player. DOE proposes to align with the ANSI/CTA-2037-C
requirements.
As described, section 3.6 of appendix H specifies that the Blu-ray
player manufacturer shall be different from the manufacturer of the UUT
to prevent device interaction. ANSI/CTA-2037-C does not include this
requirement. DOE requests comment on whether it should maintain the
current requirement that the UUT and media player are from different
manufacturers.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the media player
and USB flash drive requirements from ANSI/CTA-2037-C. DOE also
requests comment on whether DOE should maintain the current requirement
that the media player and UUT must not be from the same manufacturer.
6. Light Source for ABC Testing
For conducting tests for TVs with ABC enabled by default, appendix
H requires the use of a lamp to alter the amount of light that is
directed to the ABC sensor of the TV. Section 7.1.3.3 of appendix H
specifies that the ABC lamp must be a standard spectrum, halogen
incandescent aluminized reflector lamp and also includes specifications
for the lamp diameter, beam angle, and center beam candlepower. Such a
light source is used in conjunction with a variable transformer to
control the brightness of the lamp, which in turn controls the
illuminance at the ABC sensor. This setup measures TV power consumption
at different room ambient conditions, reflective of use wherein
sometimes TVs are used in a bright room (e.g., during the day) while
other times they would be used in a dark room (e.g., at night or with
room lights turned off).
Section 7.1.9 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the ABC light source
requirements, namely that an LED reflector lamp with dimmer switch must
be used to provide the specified room illuminance levels. The industry
test standard specifies an LED rather than incandescent lamp in
response to the growing market for in-home LED lighting. Section 7.1.9
of ANSI/CTA-2037-C additionally specifies the
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diameter, rated beam angle, correlated color temperature, and color
rendering index of the lamp. Further, it specifies a 1-percent
allowable tolerance in illuminance measurement and the use of a neutral
density (``ND'') filter to reach illuminance levels less than 10 lux,
which are consistent with the current requirements in appendix H. DOE
has conducted testing using such an LED lamp and did not find any
substantive differences in the test conduct compared to using an
incandescent lamp. DOE proposes to reference Section 7.1.9 of ANSI/CTA-
2037-C for the ABC light source requirements.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Section 7.1.9 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the light source required for conducting tests with
ABC enabled.
E. Test Room Setup
1. Room Ambient Conditions
Sections 4.1 and 4.2 of appendix H specify the ambient temperature
and relative humidity conditions of the test room, respectively. The
temperature conditions reference Section 11.4.1 of IEC 62087:2011,
which specifies a requirement of 23 degrees Celsius (``[deg]C'') 5 [deg]C. Section 4.2 of appendix H specifies that the ambient
relative humidity must be maintained between 10 percent and 80 percent.
Section 7.3 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the same ambient test room and
relative humidity requirements. DOE proposes to reference these
requirements from ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
DOE requests comment on whether the specified ambient temperature
and humidity requirements are adequate or whether the temperature and
relative humidity specifications should include additional
specification regarding the precision and/or accuracy of the
instruments used to verify that the required ambient conditions are
maintained.
2. Room Illuminance Level
Section 4.3 of appendix H specifies that all luminance and on mode
testing must be performed in a room with an illuminance level less than
or equal to 1.0 lux measured at the UUT's ABC sensor while the TV is in
off mode or standby mode. Section 7.4 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the
same requirement but includes an additional requirement regarding the
positioning of the illuminance meter used for this measurement (i.e.,
the illuminance meter must be positioned at the ABC sensor in the same
manner as it would be positioned during luminance and power measurement
tests). As this requirement is generally the same between appendix H
and ANSI/CTA-2037-C, but with additional specificity regarding meter
placement, which would further ensure repeatability and reproducibility
of the test results, DOE proposes to reference Section 7.4 of ANSI/CTA-
2037-C for the room illuminance level.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Section 7.4 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the room illuminance level and requirement to
position the illuminance meter in the same manner as it would be
positioned during luminance and power measurement tests.
3. UUT Installation and Placement
Section 4.4 of appendix H specifies that the UUT must be installed
in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Additionally, section
4.5 of appendix H includes requirements for TV placement, which
specifies that TVs tested with ABC enabled must be placed at least 0.5
meters away from any wall surface and that all four corners of the face
of the TV must be placed equidistant from a vertical reference plane.
DOE notes that many manufacturers provide instructions for multiple
installation configurations for the TV, such as stand mounted and wall
mounted, and do not specify a single method as a recommended or
preferred approach.
Section 8 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the installation and setup
requirements for the UUT as well as all other test equipment relative
to the placement of the TV. Specifically, ANSI/CTA-2037-C Sections 8.2.
8.2.2, and 8.2.3 provide instructions on installing a UUT for testing,
including a preference for installing a TV using a stand mount if
possible; if not, using a wall mount; and if the UUT is neither stand-
mounted nor wall-mounted (e.g., permanently mounted in a wheeled
furniture stand), special case installation instructions are specified
in which the UUT assembly (including whatever support mechanisms or
furniture that are part of the UUT) are positioned on a floor. Section
8.2.4 specifies requirements for positioning the ABC sensor relative to
the UUT for cases where the UUT has an ABC sensor that is not
permanently mounted on the display (e.g., in an external enclosure or
sound bar).
Additionally, ANSI/CTA-2037-C describes the requirements for the
placement of the LED lamp, camera photometer, and illuminance meter
relative to the UUT. Currently, when testing according to appendix H,
the incandescent lamp used for ABC testing is pointed directly at the
ABC sensor and placed 1.5 meters from the center of the ABC sensor, as
specified in section 7.1.3.4 of appendix H. ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies
placing the LED lamp at a 45[deg] angle pointed at the ABC sensor and
also specifies requirements to ensure that light is not reflected off
the TV screen. DOE tentatively finds that positioning the lamp at an
angle rather than directly in front of the sensor would be more
representative of real world conditions, as lighting is generally not
placed such that a lamp shines directly towards the ABC sensor;
instead, any light reaching the sensor is generally directed at the TV
screen at an angle, either from overhead lighting or floor lamps. DOE
has conducted testing with the LED lamp placed at a 45[deg] angle and
has tentatively determined that this setup is achievable and provides
results that are repeatable. Subsequent to when DOE performed its
investigative testing, the ANSI/CTA-2037-C test procedure was further
revised to include more detailed setup instructions, including
specifying a lamp angle tolerance of 2[deg] and providing additional
instructions in order to position the lamp angle precisely. DOE is
proposing to adapt the requirements specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-C
regarding lamp setup.
Further, Section 8.1.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C details the orientation
and placement of the illuminance meter. Section 7.1.3.5 of appendix H
provides general instruction for the illuminance meter placement,
stating that the meter must be positioned at the ABC sensor in the
direction of the light source. ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies that the
illuminance meter must be oriented at an angle of 45[deg] to be aimed
directly at the light source, which is also oriented at 45[deg]
relative to, and pointing towards, the ABC sensor. ANSI/CTA-2037-C also
requires a firm stationary mount for the illuminance meter to allow for
consistent measurement of the illuminance. The requirements in Section
8.1.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C are similar to the requirements in section
7.1.3.5 of appendix H, but include additional direction on mounting the
illuminance meter and the specific orientation of the light reception
dome. DOE proposes to reference these additional requirements for the
illuminance meter setup within revised Section 3 (Test Setup) of
appendix H.
Section 8.2.5 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies detailed instructions
for the placement and setup of the camera photometer, which is used for
dynamic luminance measurement. The placement of the camera photometer
is
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dependent on the size of the UUT. The distance between the camera
photometer and the TV is proportional to the width of the TV, and the
height of the camera photometer is always in the center of the height
of the TV. The orientation is 0[deg] with respect to the TV screen,
with a 5[deg] tolerance. Section 8.2.5 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C also provides
instructions for how to prevent the moir[eacute] effect \17\ by
defocusing the camera photometer appropriately. DOE proposes to
reference the ANSI/CTA-2037-C requirements for the placement and setup
of the camera photometer. DOE has conducted testing using this setup
and has tentatively found this setup provides for a measurement of
screen luminance in a repeatable manner.
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the pixels captured from the camera photometer. The overlapped
patterns can cause a glare in the recorded image, which can impact
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Finally, Sections 7.1.10 and 8.2.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C also include
additional requirements regarding the table surface on which the UUT is
placed for testing. This includes the specifications for covering the
table with black, non-reflective cloth and placing a reflective card
directly underneath the ABC sensor of the UUT. The reflective card is
used to better redirect light from the ABC lamp into the ABC sensor,
given the 45[deg] angle of the ABC lamp. DOE proposes to reference
these requirements in the test room setup section of appendix H. While
DOE proposes to reference these requirements, DOE is aware that the CTA
working group is considering amending this requirement to specify that
a `minimally reflective cloth' (such as, black felt) rather than a
`non-reflective cloth' be used for testing. Accordingly, DOE requests
feedback on whether it is appropriate to refer to the cloth as ``non-
reflective'' or if it should use the term ``minimally reflective''
instead, since no material is truly non-reflective.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference all the
requirements specified in Section 8 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the test
room setup. These include the setup of the UUT, illuminance meter,
camera photometer, table surface, and reflective card.
DOE also requests comment on whether it is appropriate to specify
that the table surface must be covered with black, non-reflective cloth
or whether DOE should specify a ``minimally reflective'' cloth instead.
F. Test Configuration
1. Configuration of Special Functions
Section 5 of appendix H specifies configuration requirements for
various TV functions such as: Additional functions and special
functions; the setup of the TV when presented with forced menu prompts;
a connection priority to be used for connecting the TV to the video
input device; the selection of the preset picture setting for on mode
tests; video aspect ratio; frame rate; sound level; and network
connection configuration. For many of these requirements, appendix H
references the requirements specified in relevant sections of IEC
62087:2011. The requirements specified in appendix H are also
consistent with earlier versions of the ANSI/CTA-2037 standard.
As TV technology has evolved, the configuration requirements
currently specified in appendix H may not be as representative of
current TV use. Additionally, as noted in the June 2016 RFI, special
functions such as MDD often trigger a more significant decrease in
power consumption when testing with the IEC test clip compared to other
real-world media content. In the June 2016 RFI, DOE requested comment
on how frequently users operate a TV in the default setting, the use of
MDD in specific preset picture settings, as well as the setup from
forced menu prompts. 81 FR 41278-41279. In response, DOE received the
following stakeholder comments.
Samsung commented that MDD is enabled by default and remains ``on''
in the default picture setting. Samsung stated that MDD is not enabled
by default in the other user-selectable preset picture settings, but
that the user is informed that these preset picture settings do not
have MDD enabled by default. Samsung recommended that instead of
disabling energy-saving features such as MDD during testing, such
features should remain in their default state, which is generally
enabled in the default picture setting. (Samsung, No. 5 at pp. 2-3)
NRDC commented regarding the quick start special function,
recommending that if a TV has a quick start option and a normal resume
time greater than 10 seconds, DOE should amend the test procedure such
that the TV is tested with quick start turned on, even if the TV is
shipped with this function disabled. (NRDC, No. 2 at p. 16)
The CA IOUs commented that some TVs may have features that result
in a measured power consumption during DOE testing that is less than
the power consumed during real-world operation. The CA IOUs recommended
that if MDD features are not intended to be enabled for most viewing,
then they should not be enabled in the DOE test procedure. The CA IOUs
recommended that DOE address these issues with an updated test
procedure to ensure that these features are configured as they would be
in the home. The CA IOUs further recommended that if there is ambiguity
about how a given setting should be configured, the most power-
consumptive option should be chosen. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at pp. 3-5)
NRDC recommended that DOE clarify in the test method how to address
software updates, both for an update that might occur when the TV is
initially set up and for those updates that happen at a later time.
NRDC recommended that if a software update causes a TV's power use to
change more than a small amount, then the TV must be retested and
recertified. (NRDC, No. 2 at p. 17)
ANSI/CTA-2037-C provides setup requirements for functions including
quick start, MDD, and forced menus. Section 9.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C
specifies that the UUT must operate on the latest manufacturer-supplied
firmware and requires a factory reset to ensure the TV is configured
with the most recent firmware update.
Section 9.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies instructions for the
initial configuration of the UUT, including how to adjust according to
initial setup and forced menu prompts that may have multiple
configurations from which to choose. ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies
disabling accessibility settings intended for vision or hearing-
impaired viewers as well as choosing the configuration that does not
include the addition of content such as applications (i.e., ``apps'')
or TV stations. Other than these exceptions, ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies
that the most power-consumptive configuration must be selected, and the
selection must be verified via a test if the most power-consumptive
configuration is unknown.
Section 9.7 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C requires all testing to be completed
with MDD disabled. Further, Section 9.9 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C provides
criteria that are used to determine whether quick start is enabled or
disabled during testing. Specifically, quick start is enabled during
testing if it is enabled by default or if the wake time of the TV is
greater than or equal to 10 seconds when quick start is disabled. In
the latter scenario, quick start is enabled to provide the shortest
possible resume time. To determine the wake time of the TV for the
quick start configuration, ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies connecting the UUT
to LAN without any other
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devices connected, playing the SDR IEC test clip, turning off the TV
for 20 minutes, and turning it back on such that it is configured to
turn on to the HDMI input connection that is playing the IEC test clip.
The time between turning on the TV to content being displayed is
determined to be the wake time of the TV for the configuration of quick
start function.
DOE proposes to adopt through reference these sections of ANSI/CTA-
2037-C. DOE has tentatively determined that adopting these sections
would address stakeholder comments, would make the DOE test procedure
consistent with the industry standard for the configuration of these
settings, and would ensure that the DOE test procedure is measuring
power consumption in a representative and repeatable manner.
While DOE is proposing to reference these requirements, DOE notes
that the most power consumptive configuration of a special function may
not be readily identified, as required in Section 9.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-
C, particularly because ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies on mode testing at
three preset picture settings. ANSI/CTA-2037-C does not address which
configuration should be selected if a given special function impacts
power consumption differently when testing the different preset picture
settings or power modes. Additionally, the CTA working group is
considering updating this requirement to specify that the most energy
consumptive configuration of a special function must be selected if a
forced menu is displayed requiring the configuration of special
functions.
DOE believes it would be more appropriate to require special
functions be configured in a manner that is the most energy
consumptive, as represented by AEC, (rather than power consumptive).
Configuring special functions in the most energy consumptive state
would mean evaluating the AEC of the TV in a given configuration. This
approach would be more repeatable and reproducible because the proposed
test procedure includes multiple power consumption tests (on mode in
the SDR default, SDR brightest, and HDR10 default preset picture
settings, and standby mode), which makes it unclear which test's power
consumption should be evaluated for the configuration of special
functions. Therefore, DOE is considering updating the requirement to
specify that for any special functions that must be configured via a
forced menu prompt during initial setup, the most energy consumptive
state of the special function, as represented by calculation of AEC,
must be selected for testing.
Alternately, if DOE were to consider retaining the configuration of
special functions using the most power consumptive state of the special
function, DOE would update the requirement to configure special
functions in the state that would yield the maximum average power. This
is because power consumption is an instantaneous measurement and the
point at which power is measured could impact the determination of the
most consumptive option.
In addition to considering changing the configuration of special
functions from the most power consumptive state to the most energy
consumptive state, the CTA working group is also considering changing
how the most consumptive state is determined. Currently, ANSI/CTA-2037-
C specifies that the selection of the most power consumptive state of a
given special function that must be configured via a forced menu prompt
must be verified by measuring the power consumption of each possible
configuration. For CTA-2037-D, the working group is considering
changing this requirement to specify that the option that is more
likely to increase energy consumption be selected. That is, rather than
verifying the power consumption measurement in each state for each
forced menu prompted special function (which could increase test
duration and the associated burden exponentially depending on the
number of forced menu prompts and the number of options to select for
each prompt), the proposal being considered by the CTA working group
would require the configuration of special functions from forced menu
prompts based on expected behavior of a given special function
configuration. The intent of this provision would be to enable any
special function that is perceived to provide additional functionality
and to disable any special function that is perceived to remove
functionality when prompted by a forced menu. As an example, if a UUT
has a prompt for enabling or disabling location sharing, this special
function is unlikely to use a significant amount of additional energy,
but it is more likely that enabling it will result in higher energy
consumption than disabling it, and therefore, location sharing should
be enabled during testing, according to the language under
consideration by the CTA working group.
The CTA working group is also considering other alternate language
to eliminate subjective configuration of special functions from forced
menu prompts. In particular, the working group is considering
specifying that if it is unknown which configuration yields the most
energy consumptive state, then the configuration that enables more
functionality should be selected, such as location sharing, data
reporting, or data backup. However, if a forced menu is displayed
requesting the configuration of features that would reduce or save
energy, the configuration that consumes maximum energy should be
selected; examples include: Smart viewing modes or energy saving
functionality. The ultimate goal of such a requirement would be to
select the configuration that consumes the most energy, and it is
expected that, generally, enabling more functionality would consume
more energy. The CTA working group may also consider selecting the
option that is highlighted or pre-selected when a given forced menu
prompt pops-up on the screen.
In addition to the changes being considered for the configuration
of special functions, the CTA working group is considering some other
updates to the initial setup requirements. Specifically, the working
group is considering specifying that the TV must be tested in the
default settings for all functions other than those that require
configuration when a forced menu prompt appears on the screen. Further,
the working group is considering specifying that the tester must not
log into any services if prompted by a forced menu during initial
setup, unless it is required for the setup of any other functionality
noted in the standard (e.g., smart wake functionality setup via a smart
speaker).
The working group also intends to clarify certain requirements for
quick start. In particular, to measure the quick start wake time, ANSI/
CTA-2037-C specifies that the test must be conducted on LAN, without
WAN connection. The working group intends to remove this requirement
for CTA-2037-D, so that the quick start wake time check is conducted
under the same settings as the rest of the test (i.e., on WAN).
Additionally, ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies that the wake time must be
measured when the UUT wakes to the HDMI input. However, it does not
state how the wake time should be measured if the UUT does not wake to
the HDMI input. For CTA-2037-D, the working group is considering
specifying that if the UUT does not wake to displaying video content
from the HDMI port, then the wake time measurement period would end as
soon as an HDMI input port can be selected to play content. The intent
of this requirement is that the wake time is measured up until the
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point that a user can make a selection on the TV and this time period
would determine whether quick start could stay disabled during the test
(i.e., if the wake time is less than 10 seconds) or if it should be
enabled.
DOE requests comment on whether it should consider requiring that
if a forced menu is displayed requesting the configuration of specific
features, then the most energy-consumptive configuration, as
represented by AEC, must be selected (rather than the most power
consumptive configuration). Additionally, if stakeholders support the
use of the most power consumptive configuration, DOE requests comment
on whether it should specify that the power consumption measurement is
averaged over the duration of the test.
DOE additionally requests comment on any approaches that are under
consideration for CTA-2037-D by the CTA working group for the initial
setup of the TV, the configuration of forced menu options, or the
requirements for the quick start wake time measurement test.
2. Media Player Setup and Connection
Section 9.3 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies requirements for playing
video test files using the media player. Specifically, this section
specifies that for all UUT setup and test tasks requiring video play,
video test files stored on a USB flash drive shall be played from the
media player by inserting the USB flash drive into the media player,
connecting the media player to the UUT using an HDMI cable, and
selecting the HDMI input on the UUT associated with the media player.
On the media player, a video setting shall be selected that performs no
video processing (e.g., no noise reduction, no upscaling, no adjustment
of color, hue, contrast, or brightness).
Sections 5.2 and 5.3 of appendix H require the use of an HDMI input
cable and the HDMI input terminal that is designed for viewing live TV
or dynamic content from a Blu-ray Disc player or set-top-box. However,
appendix H does not provide additional instructions regarding the
settings that must be selected for the media player (e.g., noise
reduction, upscaling, etc.).
Given DOE's proposal to play the media from a USB flash drive
rather than a Blu-ray Disc, DOE proposes to incorporate by reference
Section 9.3 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the media player setup and
connection.
3. Test Clips
Appendix H currently specifies use of the IEC 62087:2011 Blu-ray
Disc dynamic broadcast-content video signal (i.e., the IEC test clip)
for all on mode testing. Section 5.7 of appendix H requires the video
aspect ratio of the video signal to fill the entire screen, and section
5.8 of appendix H requires the frame rate and resolution of the video
signal to match the highest available format signal capable of the UUT.
In the June 2016 RFI, DOE requested comments on several topics related
to the IEC test clip, including the representativeness of the test clip
and alternate test clips that DOE could consider for testing TVs. 81 FR
41277.
NRDC recommended that DOE continue to use the current IEC test clip
in the near-term, but that DOE develop new content in the long term.
(NRDC, No. 2 at p. 8) NRDC recommended that in the long term, the test
clip should not have excessive frequency of scene cuts or abnormally
short scenes. (NRDC, No. 2 at p. 8) NRDC further recommended that in
the long-term, DOE create multiple versions of the test clip for
verification purposes in order to reduce the potential for
circumvention, and that the clips used during such verification testing
could be changed periodically and designed to deliver similar results.
(NRDC, No. 2 at p. 17) NRDC also suggested that the test clip be
formatted in HD, UHD, and UHD + HDR in the long term. (NRDC, No. 2 at
p. 8)
NEEA recommended that the test clip be updated to be more
representative of popular content such as news, sports, situation
comedies, dramas, commercials, YouTube, internet browsing, and
scrolling through still photographs. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 5) NEEA further
commented that modern UHD smart TVs can draw 40-100 watts of power when
displaying a fully black image or no image at all. NEEA recommended an
updated test clip with a portion that is fully or almost entirely
black, in order to determine how a TV's power use scales with its
illumination. NEEA commented that this would be representative of
scenarios when music is played without accompanying video content, an
input signal is not applied, or a dark scene is left paused for
extended period of time. NEEA also recommended adding to the updated
test clip a scene where small amounts of white text move against a
fully black background, as in the credit sequences at the end of
movies. NEEA asserted that this would be a useful test to determine
power scaling capability, stating that most non-emissive display TVs
would draw a significant amount of power to display properly, while
emissive displays would not. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 5) NEEA also
recommended that the test clip be formatted in native resolutions of
4K, HD, and SD, so that the TV displays the content at its native
resolution. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 5) NEEA recommended that HDR content be
included in future test clip development. NEEA noted that HDR content
increases power use in TVs, and energy-saving features are often
disabled or negated when TVs detect HDR content. NEEA asserted that any
test clip without HDR encoding will under-represent real-world TV
energy consumption as HDR content becomes more common. (NEEA, No. 3 at
p. 7-8)
The CA IOUs recommended including testing clips referenced in the
June 2016 RFI (see 81 FR 41262, 41263-41264 for a description of the
test clips) in the updated test procedure, stating they may be more
representative of real-world content than the IEC test clip. The CA
IOUs also recommended using multiple test clips and requiring that the
power measurement for each clip be within a certain range or tolerance,
in order to reduce the ability of a TV to recognize a specific test
clip. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at p. 5) The CA IOUs also recommended that the
test clip be updated to native UHD- and HDR-enabled content. (CA IOUs,
No. 8 at p. 5)
LG commented that viewers watch a variety of content, and that
different content presents very different images. LG recommended using
a test clip composed of a wide variety of genres in order to reflect
the variety of content available to consumers. (LG, No. 4 at p. 2)
ASAP and NEEP recommended that the test clip be updated to include
4K + HDR content. (ASAP and NEEP, No. 6 at p. 1)
CTA recommended that the test clip include material consistent with
4K UHD, HDR, and other new TV features. However, CTA also commented
that it would take time and resources to include HDR content in a test
clip, especially since the technology is fairly new. CTA recommended
allowing HDR technology to mature before including it in a test clip.
(CTA, No. 7 at p. 6)
As discussed, EPCA requires that any test procedure prescribed or
amended must be reasonably designed to produce test results which
measure energy efficiency or energy use during a representative average
use cycle or period of use and shall not be unduly burdensome to
conduct. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(3)) Since publication of the June 2016 RFI,
stakeholders have collaborated during both IEC and CTA working groups
to identify an appropriate test clip for TV testing. As a result of
these meetings, the SDR IEC test clip continues to be used for testing
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the SDR preset picture settings. Additionally, an adapted HDR10 test
clip (referred to as the ``HDR10 IEC test clip'' elsewhere in this
document), has been initially developed by the Collaborative Labeling
and Appliance Standards Program (``CLASP''),\18\ for testing HDR10
preset picture settings. Members of the IEC and CTA working groups have
agreed to use this HDR10 test clip for testing HDR10 preset picture
settings in the respective industry standards. DOE has participated in
these industry consensus standards development efforts and provided
input on the test clip development efforts as needed.
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ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies use of the SDR IEC test clip for SDR
preset picture settings and the HDR10 IEC test clip for HDR10 preset
picture settings, while providing similar direction as appendix H for
the aspect ratio, resolution, and frame rate of the video signal.
Additionally, as mentioned in previous sections, ANSI/CTA-2037-C
specifies that the test clips be played via a USB flash drive rather
than a Blu-ray Disc. Currently, the IEC test clips are available for
download on CTA's website at: shop.cta.tech/collections/standards/
products/determination-of-television-set-power-consumption-ansi-cta-
2037-c. Should IEC make any changes regarding access and availability
of these test clips prior to the publication of the final rule, DOE
would update the reference in appendix H accordingly.
DOE proposes to reference Sections 7.2 and 9.5 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C
for the test clip provisions. Section 7.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies
the video files that should be used for determination of on mode power
consumption and states that the file with the highest resolution
supported by the UUT shall be used. Four test clips are specified in
ANSI/CTA-2037-C, two of which are used for SDR preset picture settings
and two of which are used for HDR10 preset picture settings. Section
9.5 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C additionally specifies that the aspect ratio of
the video content must fill the entire screen without being cropped to
ensure all TV pixels are activated during testing.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the SDR and HDR10
IEC test clips specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-C for testing TVs in the
default, brightest, and HDR10 preset picture settings.
4. Preset Picture Settings for On Mode Tests
Appendix H requires on mode testing only in the default preset
picture setting. In the June 2016 RFI, DOE requested comment on whether
it should consider measuring on mode power consumption in picture
settings other than the default picture settings, and which picture
settings DOE should consider. 81 FR 41279. In response, DOE received
the following comments.
Samsung commented that using default settings is appropriate and
best represents actual use. Samsung also commented that according to an
internal study, approximately 60 percent of consumers stay within the
default viewing settings through the lifetime of their TVs. (Samsung,
No. 5 at p. 2)
LG recommended against testing picture settings other than the
default settings. LG stated that testing in other modes could involve
choosing between large numbers of possible combinations, which could be
unnecessarily burdensome. (LG, No. 4 at pp. 3-4) LG noted that when
viewers change picture settings on an LG TV, other settings will change
automatically, since certain settings are incompatible for an optimized
experience. LG further commented that many such combinations of
settings might not be representative of expected use. (LG, No. 4 at pp.
4-6) LG commented that it is not aware of any academic or detailed
studies focusing on changes in default modes for TVs but cited several
studies that concluded that consumers typically do not deviate from the
default settings. (LG, No. 4 at p. 4) LG further emphasized that some
consumers prefer viewing a screen that other consumers would consider
too bright or too vivid. LG stated that, while it sets the default
picture settings to provide the picture that it believes most viewers
want most of the time, viewers can also alter the settings to select
the picture they prefer. (LG, No. 10 at pp. 1-2) LG asserted that most
people do not change the default settings. (LG, No. 10 at pp. 3-4)
Regarding testing in two modes as suggested by other commenters
(discussed in the following paragraphs), LG asserted that such an
approach would not be allowed under EPCA because there is no evidence
that the most power consumptive state represents an average use cycle.
(LG, No. 10 at p. 4)
CTA commented that most consumers do not change the default picture
mode and recommended that TVs be tested in their default mode. (CTA,
No. 7 at p. 6)
NRDC commented that energy-saving features on some TVs are
automatically disabled, without warning to the user, whenever the
default picture settings are changed. (NRDC, No. 2 at p. 1) NRDC
suggested requiring two tests: The first test would be performed with
default settings, provided that the user is not encouraged to disable
the energy-savings features via on-screen messages; the second test
would be performed with the TV in its most energy-consumptive state,
with energy-saving features disabled. NRDC commented that the measured
power from each mode could then be aggregated using a weighted metric.
(NRDC, No. 2 at pp. 12-13, 17)
NEEA recommended that a TV's reported energy consumption should
combine a weighted aggregate of its measured power in default mode with
the measured power in the most energy-consumptive mode. NEEA
recommended determining the ``maximum'' power draw by measuring power
after identifying the brightest preset picture setting through
luminance testing. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 12) NEEA recommended that power
be measured in multiple preset picture modes and averaged in a weighted
fashion. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 11) NEEA further recommended that DOE
collect survey data to determine how heavily to weight energy
consumption in the default mode versus other modes in which TVs may be
operating. (NEEA, No. 3 at p. 11) NEEA also cited research performed by
3M in 2011, which showed that 47 percent of consumers using HDMI or
streamed sources intentionally changed the settings on their TVs to
make them brighter. NEEA asserted that the result is that at least half
of all TVs in the United States could be in more power consumptive
modes than the default picture setting. (NEEA, No. 3 at pp. 10-11)
CA IOUs commented that a market research study conducted in July
2011 by CBS Vision found that 46 percent of the respondents changed the
picture settings on their newest TV since it was purchased. CA IOUs
recommended that the test procedure require that on mode power be
measured in preset picture settings other than the default picture
setting. CA IOUs further recommended that the test procedure be amended
to allow any preset picture setting to be measured using the test
procedure. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at pp. 3-4) CA IOUs recommended that the
reporting for TVs with ABC enabled by default be modified so that the
on mode power measurements recorded for the ABC test are reported along
with the on mode power with ABC disabled. CA IOUs also recommended
testing each TV in both its default state and its most energy-
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consumptive mode. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at pp. 3-5)
ASAP and NEEP recommended that the test procedure be updated to
account for any energy-saving features that are automatically disabled
whenever the user makes any change to default settings. (ASAP and NEEP,
No. 6 at p. 1)
ANSI/CTA-2037-C requires on mode testing using three preset picture
settings, based on the functionality of the TV. ANSI/CTA-2037-C
requires all TVs to be tested in the default SDR, brightest SDR, and
the default HDR10 preset picture settings. These preset picture
settings are determined in Sections 9.6 and 9.8 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
Specifically, Section 9.6 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C requires the tester to
play the SDR IEC test clip to identify the SDR default preset picture
setting and the HDR10 IEC test clip to identify the HDR10 default
preset picture setting. If ABC is enabled by default in these preset
picture settings, the on mode test is conducted with ABC enabled.
Section 9.8 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C instructs the tester to identify the
brightest preset picture setting using the SDR IEC test clip, which is
played for 5 minutes while the camera photometer collects the dynamic
luminance of the UUT in each preset picture setting. The preset picture
setting with the highest dynamic luminance is determined to be the
brightest preset picture setting and is used during on mode testing.
Section 9.8 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C also includes details such as how to
determine the brightest preset picture setting if the dynamic luminance
of the considered settings are very similar and specifies certain
preset picture settings that are specifically excluded, such as ``PC''
or ``Game.'' Additionally, for CTA-2037-D, the CTA working group is
considering explicitly stating that the brightest preset picture
setting must be identified with ABC disabled.
DOE has tentatively determined the methodology specified in ANSI/
CTA-2037-C addresses many of the concerns expressed in the comments
submitted by NRDC, NEEA, the CA IOUs, and ASAP and NEEP; and that this
methodology--by capturing a range of preset picture settings that are
reflective of different resolutions and brightness settings that
consumers may choose among--would produce test results that are more
representative of average TV use than the current requirements of
appendix H. Therefore, DOE proposes to reference Sections 9.6 and 9.8
of ANSI/CTA-2037-C to identify the preset picture settings that must be
selected for testing. DOE additionally proposes to specify that the
brightest preset picture setting must be identified with ABC disabled,
as is being considered for CTA-2037-D, because the goal of the
brightest preset picture setting selection is to test the UUT when it
may be operated at its most power consumptive state; this would be
achieved when ABC is disabled.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the requirements
in ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the selection of the preset picture settings
that must be used for testing and additionally specifying that the
brightest preset picture setting be identified with ABC disabled.
DOE is aware of certain preset picture settings being introduced on
recent TVs that are known to adapt the TV's configuration based on the
content, usage pattern, and the environment in which the TV operates.
These TVs use artificial intelligence technology to adapt and adjust
these settings and such a preset picture setting is sometimes available
in addition to Filmmaker mode (defined in section III.C of this
document). While DOE is not proposing any requirement around such a
preset picture setting, it requests additional information about such
preset picture settings and whether DOE should consider excluding such
preset picture settings when selecting the default SDR, brightest SDR,
and default HDR10 preset picture settings that are required for testing
on mode power consumption.
DOE requests information on preset picture settings that can adapt
the TV's configuration based on content, usage pattern, environment,
etc. DOE also requests comment on whether such preset picture settings
should be excluded from testing, even if they are one of the default
SDR, brightest SDR, or default HDR10 preset picture settings. If
stakeholders support excluding such a preset picture setting from
testing, DOE requests comment on which preset picture setting(s) should
be used for testing instead, particularly if the intelligent preset
picture setting is a default SDR or default HDR10 preset picture
setting.
5. Sound Level
Section 5.9 of appendix H specifies that the TV sound level shall
be configured in accordance with Section 11.4.11 of IEC 62087:2011.
Section 11.4.11 of IEC 62087:2011 specifies that the volume control
shall be adjusted to a level at which the sound output is audible. DOE
understands this instruction to mean starting with the volume control
at zero and increasing the volume until an audible level is achieved.
Section 9.4 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies that the volume control shall
be adjusted to a level greater than zero that is closest to 2 percent
of the maximum (e.g., a TV with a maximum level of 30 would have its
volume set to 1). As this requirement is more objective than the
current requirement specified in IEC 62087:2011, while resulting in
comparable sound levels, DOE proposes to reference Section 9.4 of ANSI/
CTA-2037-C for the sound level requirements in appendix H.
6. Network Configuration
Section 5.10 of appendix H specifies the network connection
configuration to which the UUT must be connected. Section 5.10.2 of
appendix H requires the UUT to be connected to a LAN both in on mode
and prior to being placed in standby mode, if the TV is network
enabled. The LAN shall allow devices to ping other devices on the
network, but must not allow access to a WAN. Section 5.10.2 also
provides a network connection hierarchy table prioritizing that the UUT
be connected via Wi-Fi, then Ethernet if Wi-Fi is not supported by the
UUT.
In response to the June 2016 RFI, NRDC and ASAP and NEEP
recommended that the standby mode test be performed while the TV is
connected to a live internet signal (i.e., WAN) during testing and not
just to a local network (i.e., LAN), as is currently required. (NRDC,
No. 2 at pp. 16-17; ASAP and NEEP, No. 6 at p. 1) The CA IOUs
recommended that network connectivity be enabled in standby and on mode
testing. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at p. 5)
Sections 7.1.8, 9.10, and 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C include
requirements for network-related equipment and configuration of network
connections, and configuration of specified networking devices.
Specifically, Section 7.1.8.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies that the
internet network connection shall support download speeds of at least
25 megabytes per second (``MBps'') and upload speeds of at least 3
Mbps. Sections 7.1.8.2 and 7.1.8.3 specify the use of a smart speaker
that shall be used to conduct the wake-by-smart-speaker test and the
use of a mobile device that is used for remote control and casting
applications. Section 7.1.8.4 specifies that a network traffic
generator shall be configured to output multicast discovery packets to
the LAN every 1 second. The packets include requests to the UUT typical
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can be responded to over LAN by the UUT. Section 9.10 requires that for
UUTs that are network enabled, both the on mode and standby mode tests
be conducted with the UUT connected to an internet-connected (i.e.,
WAN-connected) LAN network segment that includes no other networking
devices besides the devices required to conduct the test (i.e., the
smart speaker, mobile device, and network traffic generator). That is,
ANSI/CTA-2037-C requires that all on mode and standby mode tests be
conducted with the UUT connected to WAN as well as up to three
additional devices (i.e., the smart speaker, mobile device, and network
traffic generator) connected via the LAN. Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-
2037-C specifies that for TVs that are advertised to support wake-by-
remote-control-app (WbRA), wake-on-cast (WoC), or wake-by-smart-speaker
(WbS), enable as many of the supported smart wake features as possible.
Any devices used to configure these features (e.g., mobile device,
smart speaker, etc.) should be connected to the same LAN as the UUT.
Section 9.11 further specifies that the goal is to configure the UUT to
wake with as many of the three identified smart wake features as
possible. Additionally, the CTA working group is considering explicitly
specifying the following additional requirements: (a) The LAN must not
include other networking devices besides the devices required to
conduct the test; (b) internet connectivity must be confirmed (e.g., by
streaming media); (c) if the UUT does not support Wi-Fi or Ethernet
connectivity then it shall not be connected to other possible forms of
network connection (e.g., MoCA); and, (d) the three smart wake features
must be enabled before performing any of the on or standby mode tests.
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DOE's analysis of the market indicates that most TVs currently on
the market are equipped with the capability to connect to the network.
The growing availability of streaming services and video content via
digital media suggests that a growing percentage of TVs are connected
to an active internet connection when installed in a consumer's home.
Additionally, the growth in the market for connected devices,
particularly mobile devices and smart speakers, suggests that these
devices are also becoming more prevalent in consumer homes.
Accordingly, DOE tentatively concludes that the network configuration
requirements specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-C--which require an active
internet connection for the TV and the configuration of three different
types of devices connected to the same local network--are more
representative of TVs currently sold on the market than the
requirements currently specified in appendix H. Therefore, DOE proposes
to reference the network connection requirements specified in Sections
7.1.8, 9.10, and 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Sections 7.1.8,
9.10, and 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the network configuration
requirements.
DOE also requests comment on the updates being considered by the
CTA working group for CTA-2037-D as it pertains to the WAN and LAN
connection requirements and the connection requirements for smart wake
features.
DOE has found through its testing that configuring the specified
network devices, especially the smart speaker, to communicate with the
TV was challenging for some TV models. While some TV models provide
clear instructions in the user manual for smart speaker setup that
allowed for relatively quick and easy configuration, other models did
not provide adequate instructions within the user manual, TV menus, or
the manufacturer website that would allow the tester to configure the
TV to connect to the smart speaker correctly. For two models in
particular, DOE had to seek additional sources for instructions--such
as technology discussion forums on the internet and third-party
websites--that provided more detailed instructions to configure the
smart speaker. These third-party instructions typically identified one
or more additional steps that were missing in the manufacturer
instructions, and that when followed would allow the smart speaker and
TV to communicate with each other.\20\
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identified the need to access a specific setting several layers
``deep'' within the TV settings menu in order to activate the smart
speaker functionality. This information was not specified in the
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Another challenge that DOE experienced in connecting a smart
speaker to the TV was that some TVs were only able to connect to
certain smart speaker brands, but not others. For one TV model in
particular, DOE was only able to connect the TV to one particular smart
speaker brand, despite the TV's user manual explicitly stating that the
TV could be connected with multiple different smart brands.
DOE requests feedback on its observed challenges with pairing
certain TV models with smart speakers, and whether other laboratories
have experienced similar challenges configuring smart speakers or any
of the other specified networking devices to connect with a TV model.
DOE also requests comment on whether DOE should consider providing
any additional specifications beyond those provided in ANSI/CTA-2037-C,
or those being considered for CTA-2037-D, to facilitate establishing
the required network connections with additional devices.
G. Test Conduct
Section 7 of appendix H specifies the tests for measuring on mode
power consumption, luminance, standby mode power consumption, and off
mode power consumption. The following sections describe proposed
changes to each of these tests.
1. On Mode Test
As discussed in previous sections, DOE is proposing to adopt the
testing requirements specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which specifies a
new method to measure dynamic screen luminance at the same time as on
mode power consumption. Accordingly, the on mode test specified in
ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which DOE proposes to adopt, specifies requirements
for camera configuration, UUT stabilization, and measurement of
luminance and power consumption.
Section 10 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the camera configuration
and UUT stabilization procedure. First, the camera photometer must be
configured to ensure that the UUT's screen border fits in the camera's
field of view. Additionally, the color correction factors must be
identified, if necessary, per the camera manufacturer's instructions.
The UUT is then stabilized by playing the first 5 minutes of the IEC
SDR test clip multiple times until the average power level between
successive runs of the clip is within 2 percent. The procedure
specifies that final camera configuration is performed just before on
mode testing so that the UUT remains stabilized during the transition
from this step to on mode testing. DOE proposes to reference Section 10
of ANSI/CTA-2037-C in appendix H to specify the UUT and camera
photometer stabilization requirements.
Section 11.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the on mode test conduct,
which as discussed, specifies measuring power consumption and dynamic
luminance simultaneously. ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies conducting on mode
testing in the SDR default, SDR brightest, and HDR10 default preset
picture settings. All UUTs are tested with ABC off at the default
backlight in each preset picture setting. Any preset picture setting
with ABC off by default is additionally tested with the backlight
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level set to 20 percent of its maximum backlight level. Any preset
picture setting with ABC on by default is additionally tested at 140
lux, 50 lux, 17 lux, and 4 lux room illuminance levels. These room
illuminance levels are not identical, but are in practice equivalent,
to the room illuminance levels specified in the current appendix H
(i.e., 100 lux, 35 lux, 12, lux, and 3 lux) for the following reason.
Appendix H requires the lamp to be placed directly in front of the ABC
sensor to set room illuminance levels at 100 lux, 35 lux, 12 lux, and 3
lux. Given that ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the lamp to be placed at an
angle of 45[deg] from the ABC sensor, the room illuminance levels are
slightly higher to ensure that the light at the ABC sensor is
equivalent to the current room illuminance values.
DOE proposes to reference these requirements for the on mode power
and luminance measurements in the default SDR, brightest SDR, and
default HDR10 preset picture settings. However, for the brightest SDR
preset picture setting, DOE proposes to only utilize the on mode power
consumption with ABC disabled for the calculation of AEC, regardless of
the default ABC setting. This is because the selection of the brightest
preset picture setting is done with ABC disabled (as discussed in
section III.F.4 of this document). If ABC were then enabled during the
on mode measurement test, it would be inconsistent with how the preset
picture setting was selected and may not truly capture the intended
brightest preset picture setting's luminance and power.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Section 10 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the camera photometer and stabilization
requirements.
DOE also requests comment on its proposal to reference Section 11.1
of ANSI/CTA-2037-C, for the on mode dynamic luminance and power
measurement. Specifically, DOE requests comment on using the brightest
preset picture setting measurement with ABC turned off for the AEC
calculation, regardless of its default setting.
2. Luminance Test
Section 7.2 of appendix H specifies the procedures for measuring
the luminance of the UUT by playing the static IEC 3-bar, black-and-
white image and measuring the instantaneous luminance. As discussed,
ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies measuring the dynamic luminance concurrently
with on mode power consumption in each preset picture setting utilizing
a camera photometer, which provides more representative results
compared to a single instantaneous luminance. As such, DOE is proposing
to reference ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the on mode power consumption and
dynamic luminance measurement, as discussed in section III.G.1 of this
document. Therefore, DOE proposes to remove the separate luminance test
currently specified in section 7.2 of appendix H.
3. Standby Mode Test
Section 7.3 of appendix H specifies the procedures for measuring
the power consumption of TVs in standby mode, which encompasses
standby-passive mode and standby-active, low mode.
For conducting these tests, appendix H specifies using the
methodology prescribed in Section 5.3.1 of IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0, which
states that standby mode power consumption shall be determined using
one of three methods--sampling method, average reading method, or
direct meter reading method. Specifically, IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0 specifies
that the UUT must be energized for not less than 15 minutes; data
recorded in the second two-thirds of the total test duration is used to
determine stability. For input powers less than or equal to 1 watt,
stability is established when a linear regression through all power
readings for the second two thirds of the data has a slope of less than
10 milli-watts per hour (``mW/h'') for input powers of more than 1
watt, stability is established when a linear regression through all
power readings for the second two thirds of the data has a slope of
less than 1 percent of the measured input power per hour. The test
duration is extended up to a maximum of 3 hours until the stability
criteria are met. If stability cannot be achieved within 3 hours, IEC
62301 Ed. 2.0 specifies assessing the raw data for periodic or cyclic
patterns to meet different criteria specific to cyclic or irregular
power consumption patterns. IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0 also specifies additional
requirements for different scenarios, such as modes with cycle, non-
cyclic, unstable, or irregular power consumption.
In response to the June 2016 RFI, NRDC and ASAP and NEEP
recommended that the standby mode test be performed while the TV is
connected to a live internet signal during testing and not just to LAN,
as is currently required. NRDC and ASAP and NEEP also recommended that
the standby test duration be extended. (NRDC, No. 2 at pp. 16-17; ASAP
and NEEP, No. 6 at p. 1) CA IOUs recommended that network connectivity
be enabled in standby and on mode testing. (CA IOUs, No. 8 at p. 5)
Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the procedures for
performing the standby mode test. As part of the overall setup and
configuration requirements, the UUT is connected to WAN, and up to
three devices (i.e., smart speaker, mobile device, and network traffic
generator) are connected to the same LAN, as discussed previously in
section III.F.6 of this document. Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C
specifies that the standby-active and standby-passive measurements
shall be conducted by powering down the UUT from the SDR default preset
picture setting configuration. After the UUT is powered down, power
consumption is measured at intervals of 1 second or shorter, and the
test concludes when the cumulative average of all data points taken in
the last third of the measurement period falls within 1
percent or 10 milliwatts (``mW'') of the average of the
last two thirds of the total measurement period. The total measurement
period cannot be less than 60 minutes nor greater than 240 minutes. The
standby power measurement is the average power reading during the last
two thirds of the total measurement period. If a UUT does not meet the
stability criteria at the end of 240 minutes, ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies
reviewing the power trace for any signs of unusual behavior, such as an
automatic update, and requires repeating the test if atypical behavior
was observed. Depending on the network capabilities of the UUT, the
measurement performed during the standby test is recorded as either a
standby-active mode \21\ measurement or a standby-passive mode \22\
measurement.
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\21\ Section 5.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C defines standby-active mode
as a partial on mode power mode in which the UUT is connected to an
external power source and does not provide picture or sound. The UUT
can be switched into another power mode with the remote control
unit, an internal signal, or an external signal.
\22\ Section 5.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C defines standby-passive mode
as a partial on mode power mode in which the UUT is connected to an
external power source and does not provide picture or sound. The UUT
can be switched into another power mode with the remote control unit
or an internal signal, but not with an external signal.
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Accompanying the standby mode test, Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C
additionally requires a series of ``wake'' commands to be sent from the
specified networking devices to the TV to verify that the TV is
properly connected to the LAN and properly configured to communicate
with other devices on the network. As discussed in section III.F.6 of
this document, Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies how to wake
the TV using three possible wake
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commands: Wake-by-remote-control-app (WbRA), wake-on-cast (WoC), or
wake-by-smart-speaker (WbS). To start the test, the UUT is first
powered down for 5 seconds and then powered on via one of the three
wake commands according to the following hierarchy: WbS if available,
otherwise WoC, otherwise WbRA (hereafter referred to as the ``5-second
check test''). The standby test is then performed, as described in the
previous paragraph. Subsequently, at the end of the standby mode test,
the TV must be woken using the same hierarchy as was used during the
initial 5-second check test.
For CTA-2037-D, the CTA working group is considering certain
revisions to the test method for measuring power consumption in standby
mode. The following paragraph enumerates the revisions under
consideration for the standby mode test.
First, the working group is considering removing the requirement
that the UUT must be woken using the smart wake devices at the end of
the standby mode test. Instead, the 5-second check test is performed
only once when the UUT is first powered down for 5 seconds. If any or
all of the configured smart wake features fail the 5-second check test,
then they must remain configured for the duration of the test.
Additionally, the working group is considering three different
parameters to record the standby mode power consumption, depending on
the level of functionality provided by the UUT in standby mode. For
UUTs with at least one smart wake feature enabled, the power
consumption is recorded as `partial on mode power with smart wake
enabled'. For UUTs with no advertised or enabled smart wake features,
the power consumption is recorded as `partial on mode power with
internet connection' and for non-internet connected UUTs, the power
consumption is recorded as `partial on mode power without internet
connection'. Finally, the working group is considering removing the
wake time test provisions since this measurement is not repeatable
because it is dependent on how the TV is woken.
The working group contended that the requirement to wake the UUT
using the smart wake functionality at the end of the standby mode test
would not be repeatable because some TVs can be woken only at certain
times when in standby mode. For such TVs, the standby mode power
consumption cycles between a high power state (e.g., 15 watts) and a
low power state (e.g., 1-2 watts). Depending on when the wake command
is issued to the TV, the smart wake feature may successfully wake the
UUT (e.g., if the command is sent when the TV is in the high power
state) or it may not wake the UUT (e.g., if the command is sent when
the TV is in the low power state). This could impact the repeatability
of the test. However, DOE is concerned that if a TV cannot be
consistently woken at the end of standby mode, the measurement would
not be representative of real-world use.
Additionally, during round robin testing, DOE observed challenges
in powering on certain TV models using the network connected devices.
For one model specifically, the 5-second check test conducted before
the start of standby testing yielded inconsistent results--sometimes
requiring multiple wake commands to turn on the unit with the smart
speaker or mobile device. DOE repeated the standby test at least four
times and made the following observations. First, the UUT could be
woken using smart wake functions only one time. It is likely that this
wake command aligned with when the TV was in a high-power state while
others were in a low-power state. Second, the average power consumption
of the four tests, measured over a 40 minute test duration was 3.5
watts, 6.9 watts, 10.3 watts, and 11 watts. This shows significant
variation between the results, even though the UUT was configured to
wake with smart wake features each time. It is possible that the
average power over a longer duration, as is specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-
C, would lead to more repeatable results.
Overall, DOE notes that in some instances neither the standby mode
measurement nor the wake test were repeatable. Lacking additional data,
DOE proposes to reference the requirement specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-C,
which specifies that the wake test must be performed at the end of the
standby mode measurement.
DOE requests stakeholders to provide any additional data and
information regarding the repeatability of the standby mode test when
connected to smart wake functions, the ability to consistently wake the
UUT using smart wake functionality, and the representativeness of the
standby mode test, if a wake test is not included at the end of the
standby mode duration.
Accordingly, DOE proposes to reference Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-
2037-C for the instructions to wake the UUT from standby mode using
network connected devices, and Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C to
conduct the standby mode test. Specifically, DOE proposes that at the
end of the standby mode test, the UUT must be woken using the smart
wake features (as is specified in Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C) in
the following order of preference: Wake-by-smart-speaker, wake-on-cast,
and wake-by-remote-control-app. If the UUT can be powered on using any
one of these methods, its standby mode power should be recorded as
`standby power with smart wake enabled'. However, if the UUT cannot be
powered on using any of the three specified methods either during the
5-second check test or at the end of the standby mode test, the
measured standby mode power consumption would be recorded as `standby
power with internet connection and without smart wake enabled'.
Similarly, DOE proposes that if the UUT was powered on during the
5-second check test but is unable to be powered on via any of the
network connected devices at the end of the standby mode test, the
measured power consumption would be recorded as `standby power with
internet connection and without smart wake enabled'. Additionally, TVs
that do not have network capability would be required to record the
measured standby power consumption as standby-passive mode measurement.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Section 11.2 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C to measure the power consumption in standby mode with
some additional specifications. DOE also requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for conducting
the wake tests at the completion of standby mode.
DOE requests comment on the revisions that are under consideration
for the standby mode test by the CTA working group.
DOE requests comment on whether it is appropriate to differentiate
the standby mode power consumption of TVs that can be powered on using
any of the three specified methods versus those that cannot be powered
on using the smart wake features. DOE also requests comment on whether
there would be any benefit to differentiating between the power
consumption of such TVs. DOE requests comment on whether the parameters
`standby smart wake' and `standby internet' are appropriate or if it
should consider other parameters, such as `standby-active, high' and
`standby-active, low', respectively.
Additionally, as described, Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C
specifies that if a UUT does not meet the stability criteria at the end
of the 240 minute measurement period, the tester should review the
logged data for any signs of unusual behavior, like that associated
with the TV performing an automatic update, and redo the test if
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behavior was observed. DOE notes that Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C
does not provide instruction for how to proceed if review of the logged
data does not show any signs of unusual behavior.
During its testing of TVs, DOE has observed that some TVs do not
meet the stability criteria after 240 minutes despite not exhibiting
any unusual behavior. Furthermore, some models did not achieve
stability as defined by ANSI/CTA-2037-C even after significantly
extended test durations (e.g., 24 hours, 48 hours, 76 hours, etc.).
Observation of the logged power data on such TVs indicates that the TVs
fluctuate between a low power consumption range and a high power
consumption range, but that this fluctuation is not cyclic or periodic
(i.e., it does not have an observable pattern). It is likely that such
TVs are performing background activity at irregular intervals during
standby mode, which results in fluctuations in the average power
consumption that exceed the narrow bounds of the stability criteria.
To accommodate TVs that do not achieve stability after the end of
the specified 240 minute measurement period, DOE proposes that the
stability requirement is waived if the full 240 minutes conclude
without meeting the stability criteria. In such cases, the average
power during the last two-thirds of the measurement period would be
recorded as the standby-active mode measurement.
Finally, DOE notes that Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C includes
instruction to measure the wake time when performing the wake procedure
following completion of the standby mode test. The CTA working group is
evaluating whether the wake time test should be eliminated from CTA-
2037-D. DOE proposes to exclude the measurement of wake time from the
DOE test procedure, because DOE tentatively concludes that ``wake
time'' is a performance related feature that does not impact the energy
consumption of the UUT.
For TVs that do not meet the stability criteria of the standby mode
measurement, DOE requests comment on measuring power consumption for
240 minutes and using the average power consumption over the last two-
thirds of the measurement period as the standby-active mode
measurement.
4. Off Mode Test
Section 7.4 of appendix H references IEC 62301 Ed. 2.0 for
measuring the off mode power consumption of TVs. ANSI/CTA-2037-C
specifies the same methodology to measure off mode power consumption as
that specified for standby mode (discussed in section III.G.3 of this
document). However, for CTA-2037-D, the CTA working group is
considering removing an off mode test.
DOE is not proposing a test to measure TV power consumption in off
mode and instead proposes to remove the existing off mode test
specified in appendix H because TVs generally do not have an off mode
that is distinct from standby mode. Even when a TV is powered off using
a remote, it typically has some functionality operational to be able to
receive a signal from the remote control or other device to turn back
on, which meets the definition of standby mode rather than off mode.
DOE requests comment on its proposal to remove the off mode test
from appendix H.
H. Calculation of Annual Energy Consumption
Section 8 of appendix H specifies the calculation and rounding
requirements for AEC using the on and standby mode power consumption
measurements. ANSI/CTA-2037-C does not contain an equivalent section
for the calculation of AEC. Therefore, DOE proposes to retain the
current AEC calculation requirements in appendix H but proposes certain
modifications consistent with the proposed amendments to the on,
standby, and off mode tests.
To calculate AEC, DOE first proposes that the average on mode power
consumption be calculated as the average of the on mode power in the
three preset picture settings: SDR default, SDR brightest, and HDR10
default. If ABC is enabled for the SDR or HDR10 default preset picture
settings, the power consumption at each of the four room illuminance
levels would be used to determine the average power consumption of the
preset picture setting. The proposed equations below detail the
calculation of on mode power consumption and AEC. The proposed
calculation of AEC is different from the current calculation in
appendix H primarily in the value used for POn. Given that
appendix H specifies testing only the default preset picture setting in
on mode, POn reflects the average power consumption in that
default preset picture setting. However, in this document, DOE proposes
testing three preset picture settings for on mode power consumption;
therefore, POn would be the average of the power consumption
in the tested preset picture settings.
Pon = (PDefault + PBrightest +
PHDR10)/3
Where:
PDefault = the measured average power consumption in the
default SDR preset picture setting, if ABC is disabled
OR
PDefault = (PDefault_140 + PDefault_50
+ PDefault_17 + PDefault_4)/4
if ABC is enabled by default in the default SDR preset picture
setting and, PDefault_140, PDefault_50,
PDefault_17, and PDefault_4 are the average
power consumption values at room illuminance levels of 140, 50, 17,
and 4 lux, respectively
PBrightest = the measured average power consumption in
the brightest SDR preset picture setting
PHDR10 = the measured average power consumption in the
default HDR10 preset picture setting, if ABC is disabled
OR
PHDR10 = (PHDR10_140 + PHDR10_50 +
PHDR10_17 + PHDR10_4)/4
if ABC is enabled by default in the default HDR10 preset picture
setting and, PHDR10_140, PHDR10_50,
PHDR10_17, and PHDR10_4 are the average power
consumption values at room illuminance levels of 140, 50, 17, and 4
lux, respectively
For standby mode, DOE proposes to retain the same hours per day
spent in standby mode, but instead of standby-active and standby-
passive, as currently specified in appendix H, DOE proposes to use
standby power with smart wake, standby power with internet connection,
and standby-passive, as specified in section III.G.3 of this document.
Additionally, DOE proposes to retain the AEC equation currently
specified in appendix H but to remove the off mode variable. Given the
current AEC equation assigns 0 hours to off mode, DOE proposes to
retain the same weighting factors for on and standby modes.
The proposed AEC equation is presented below:
AEC = 365 * (Pon * Hon +
Pstandby_smart_wake * Hstandby_smart_wake +
Pstandby_internet * Hstandby_internet +
Pstandby_passive * Hstandby_passive)/1000
Where:
Pm = power measured in a given mode m (in Watts)
Hm = hours per day spent in mode m
365 = conversion factor from daily to yearly
1000 = conversion factor from watts to kilowatts
And values for Hm are as specified in Table III.2.
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Hon Hstandby\smart\wake Hstandby\internet Hstandby\passive
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Standby smart wake.................... 5 19 0 0
Standby internet...................... 5 0 19 0
Standby-passive....................... 5 0 0 19
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DOE requests comment on its proposed calculations for the average
on mode power consumption and AEC.
I. Test Procedure Costs and Harmonization
1. Test Procedure Costs and Impact
In this NOPR, DOE proposes to amend the existing test procedure for
TVs by proposing to reference ANSI/CTA-2037-C to measure on mode
dynamic screen luminance and power consumption as well as standby mode
power consumption. ANSI/CTA-2037-C has several differences in testing
TVs compared to the current test method at appendix H. Key differences
include testing three preset picture settings as opposed to a single
default picture setting; measuring dynamic screen luminance over the
entire duration of the test clip using a camera photometer at the same
time as on mode power consumption measurement; using an LED lamp setup
at an angle of 45[deg] for testing TVs with ABC enabled by default;
and, testing on and standby mode with an active internet connection
(i.e., WAN) and additionally connecting the TV to three other devices
on LAN to wake the TV from standby mode to on mode. DOE has tentatively
determined that these proposed amendments would impact testing costs as
discussed in the following paragraphs.
Given the new equipment, setup, and testing requirements specified
in ANSI/CTA-2037-C, which DOE is proposing to reference, DOE estimates
that TV testing would have a one-time equipment investment cost, a one-
time re-testing cost, and additional annual testing costs for the TVs
covered by this NOPR.
To determine the potential costs manufacturers would incur due to
the proposed test procedure amendments, DOE used data from DOE's
publicly available Compliance Certification Database (``CCD'') to
estimate the number of unique basic models that are currently covered
by the existing DOE test procedures. Based on data from DOE's CCD, DOE
estimated there are approximately 3,346 unique basic models currently
on the market. DOE also estimated the amount of time it would take
manufacturers to test a single TV unit to the proposed test procedure
amendments, as well as the amount of time it currently takes
manufacturers to test a single TV unit to the existing DOE test
procedures. Table III.3 presents the estimated amount of time a
technician would need to spend to test a single TV unit under the
existing DOE test procedures and under the proposed test procedure
amendments.
Table III.3--Estimated Amount of Time To Test TVs Under the Existing DOE Test Procedures and the Proposed DOE
Test Procedures
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Existing DOE Existing DOE Proposed DOE Proposed DOE
Testing steps Units TP duration TP duration TP duration TP duration
(Min-Max) (Average) (Min-Max) (Average)
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System Software Updates....... minutes......... .............. .............. 15 15
Stabilization................. minutes......... 60 60 15-20 18
On mode....................... minutes......... 10-40 25 55-110 83
Luminance (Brightest PPS minutes......... 33 33 30-45 38
Determination).
Standby mode.................. minutes......... 30 30 20-30 25
Setup (before and between minutes......... 25 25 65-100 83
tests).
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Total Test Duration....... hours........... 2.6-3.1 2.88 3.3-5.3 4.37
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Based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' (``BLS's'')
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the mean hourly wage for
an electronics technician is $32.84.\23\ Additionally, DOE used data
from BLS's Employer Costs for Employee Compensation to estimate the
percent that wages comprise the total compensation for an employee. DOE
estimated that wages make up 70.6 percent of the total compensation for
private industry employees.\24\ Therefore, DOE estimated that the total
hourly compensation (including all fringe benefits) of a technician
performing the testing is $46.52.\25\ Using these labor rates and time
estimates, DOE estimated that it would cost TV manufacturers on average
approximately $203.29 to conduct a single test on a TV unit in
accordance with the proposed test procedure amendments.\26\ DOE
estimated that this is on average approximately $69.31 more than TV
manufacturers are incurring to conduct a single test on a TV in
accordance with the existing DOE test procedures.\27\
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\23\ DOE used the mean hourly wage of the ``17-3023 Electrical
and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians'' from the
most recent BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May
2020) to estimate the hourly wage rate of a technician assumed to
perform this testing. See www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes173023.htm.
Last accessed on November 8, 2021.
\24\ DOE used the June 2021 ``Employer Costs for Employee
Compensation'' to estimate that for ``Private Industry Workers,''
``Wages and Salaries'' are 70.6 percent of the total employee
compensation. See www.bls.gov/news.release/archives/ecec_09162021.pdf. Last accessed on November 8, 2021.
\25\ $32.84 / 0.706 = $46.52.
\26\ 4.37 hours x $46.52 = $203.29.
\27\ $203.29-(2.88 hours x $46.52) = $69.31.
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TV manufacturers are required to test at least two units per basic
model. Therefore, DOE estimates that it would cost manufacturers
approximately $406.58 per basic model in accordance with the proposed
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amendments, if finalized, which is on average approximately $138.62
more per basic model than TV manufacturers are currently incurring to
test a TV basic model. DOE estimated that on average TV models remain
on the market for approximately 2 years, before being replaced by newer
models. DOE estimates that approximately 75 percent of the models that
are currently on the market will remain on the market between the time
DOE finalizes a test procedure and when manufacturers are required to
use the updated DOE test procedures.\28\ Therefore, DOE estimated that
approximately 2,510 TV basic models will need to be re-tested in
accordance with the proposed DOE test procedure amendments, if
finalized.\29\ Based on the testing cost estimates previously stated,
DOE estimated that manufacturers would incur a one-time re-testing cost
of approximately $1,021,000 to re-test all TV basic models remaining on
the market, if the proposed test procedure amendments are
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\28\ Given the estimated 2-year TV model turn-over rate, 25
percent would be expected to be replaced, redesigned, or removed
from the market over a 180-day period. See section III.J for a
discussion of the compliance date.
\29\ The other 25 percent of models would be replaced with new
models between the time DOE finalized a TV test procedure and when
manufacturers are required to use the finalized DOE test procedure.
These new models would be able to use the updated DOE test
procedures. The additional incremental testing costs of the proposed
test procedure amendments are addressed later on in this section.
\30\ 2,510 models x $406.58 = $1,020,516 (rounded to
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In addition to these testing costs, DOE assumed that manufacturers
would need to purchase camera photometers to conduct the proposed test
procedure amendments, if finalized. DOE estimated that a camera
photometer costs approximately $10,000. DOE also estimated that
manufacturers would purchase a camera photometer for every 50 TV basic
models manufactured, on average. This results in manufacturers
purchasing approximately 67 camera photometers, due to the proposed
test procedure amendments. DOE estimated manufacturers would incur a
one-time cost of approximately $670,000 to purchase the equipment
necessary to conduct the proposed test procedure amendments, if
finalized.
Lastly, DOE estimated the additional incremental testing costs of
the proposed test procedure amendments, if finalized, compared to the
existing DOE test procedures. As previously stated, DOE assumed that
each TV basic model would cost approximately $138.62 more to test to
the proposed test procedure amendments, if finalized, than to the
existing DOE test procedures. Additionally, as previously stated, DOE
estimated there are approximately 3,346 unique TV basic models
currently on the market and half of these models are estimated to be
replaced or redesigned each year.\31\ Therefore, DOE estimated that
approximately 1,673 TV basic models would be introduced into the market
each year, which will require testing in accordance with the proposed
test procedure amendments, if finalized. DOE estimated that TV
manufacturers would incur an additional testing cost of approximately
$232,000 each year due to the additional incremental testing costs of
the proposed test procedure amendments, if finalized, over the existing
DOE test procedures.\32\
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\31\ Given the estimated 2-year TV model turn-over rate, 50
percent would be expected to be replaced, redesigned, or removed
from the market over a 1-year period.
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DOE requests comment on any aspect of the estimated one-time
testing costs, annually additional incremental testing costs, or the
estimated equipment costs associated with these proposed test procedure
amendments; including the number of TV basic models, the amount of time
needed to conduct the proposed test procedure amendments, the amount of
time needed to conduct the existing DOE test procedures, or the costs
associated with the equipment necessary to conduct the proposed test
procedure amendments.
2. Harmonization With Industry Standards
DOE will adopt relevant industry standards as DOE test procedures
unless such methodology would be unduly burdensome to conduct or would
not produce test results that reflect the energy efficiency, energy
use, water use (as specified in EPCA) or estimated operating costs of
that product during a representative average use cycle or period of
use. Section 8(c) of appendix A of 10 CFR part 430 subpart C. In cases
where the industry standard does not meet EPCA statutory criteria for
test procedures DOE might propose to incorporate by reference the
industry standard with certain modifications.
For the TV test procedures at 10 CFR part 430, appendix H, DOE
proposes to incorporate by reference ANSI/CTA-2037-C which provides the
definitions, test equipment and setup, test conditions, test
configuration, and test conduct for measuring TV screen luminance, on
mode power consumption, and standby mode power consumption. The
industry standard and test clips DOE proposes to incorporate by
reference via amendments described in this document are discussed in
further detail in section IV.M.
DOE requests comments on the benefits and burdens of the proposed
updates and additions to industry standards referenced in the test
procedure for TVs.
DOE notes that it is proposing certain modifications to the
industry standard it proposes to reference, as follows:
(1) Section 9 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies that the ABC lamp,
camera photometer, and the TV unit under test must all powered from the
same specified power supply. DOE proposes that only the TV unit under
test must be powered from the specified power supply and the camera
photometer and ABC lamp may be powered using standard mains
electricity. It is recommended that a unit under test be the only
equipment connected to a conditioned power source to prevent any
interference in the measured power consumption values from any other
equipment connected on the same source. Further, DOE's assessment has
shown that powering the ABC lamp and camera photometer directly from
the mains electricity does not impact the measured power consumption
values.
(2) Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C specifies the test to measure
standby mode power consumption and wake time. DOE is not proposing to
include the measurement of wake time. Additionally, DOE is proposing to
include additional criteria for recording the standby mode power
consumption as standby active mode or standby passive mode depending on
the ability of the UUT to maintain network connectivity in standby
mode.
J. Compliance Date
EPCA prescribes that, if DOE amends a test procedure, all
representations of energy efficiency and energy use, including those
made on marketing materials and product labels, must be made in
accordance with that amended test procedure, beginning 180 days after
publication of such a test procedure final rule in the Federal
Register. (42 U.S.C. 6293(c)(2))
If DOE were to publish an amended test procedure, EPCA provides an
allowance for individual manufacturers to petition DOE for an extension
of the 180-day period if the manufacturer may experience undue hardship
in meeting the deadline. (42 U.S.C. 6293(c)(3)) To receive such an
extension, petitions must be filed with DOE no later than 60 days
before the end of the 180-day period and must detail how the
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manufacturer will experience undue hardship. (Id.)
IV. Procedural Issues and Regulatory Review
A. Review Under Executive Order 12866
The Office of Management and Budget (``OMB'') has determined that
this test procedure rulemaking does not constitute ``significant
regulatory actions'' under section 3(f) of Executive Order (``E.O.'')
12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, 58 FR 51735 (Oct. 4, 1993).
Accordingly, this action was not subject to review under the Executive
order by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (``OIRA'') in
OMB.
B. Review Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act
The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires
preparation of an initial regulatory flexibility analysis (``IRFA'')
for any rule that by law must be proposed for public comment, unless
the agency certifies that the rule, if promulgated, will not have a
significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities.
As required by Executive Order 13272, ``Proper Consideration of Small
Entities in Agency Rulemaking,'' 67 FR 53461 (August 16, 2002), DOE
published procedures and policies on February 19, 2003, to ensure that
the potential impacts of its rules on small entities are properly
considered during the DOE rulemaking process. 68 FR 7990. DOE has made
its procedures and policies available on the Office of the General
Counsel's website: www.energy.gov/gc/office-general-counsel.
For manufacturers of TVs, the Small Business Administration
(``SBA'') has set a size threshold, which defines those entities
classified as ``small businesses'' for the purposes of the statute. DOE
used the SBA's small business size standards to determine whether any
small entities would be subject to the requirements of the rule. (See
13 CFR part 121.) The size standards are listed by North American
Industry Classification System (``NAICS'') code and industry
description and are available at www.sba.gov/document/support--table-size-standards. Manufacturing TVs is classified under NAICS 334220,
``radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications
equipment manufacturing.'' The SBA sets a threshold of 1,250 employees
or fewer for an entity to be considered as a small business for this
category.
DOE has recently conducted a focused inquiry into small business
manufacturers of the products covered by this rulemaking. DOE used
available public information to identify potential small manufacturers.
DOE accessed the Compliance Certification Database \33\ to create a
list of companies that import or otherwise manufacture the products
covered by this proposal. DOE identified 33 unique companies that
manufacture TVs sold in the U.S. All of these companies have more than
1,250 employees or are fully owned and operated outside the United
States.
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Therefore, DOE initially concludes that the impacts of the proposed
test procedure amendments proposed in this NOPR would not have a
``significant economic impact on a substantial number of small
entities,'' and that the preparation of an IRFA is not warranted. DOE
will transmit the certification and supporting statement of factual
basis to the Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the Small Business
Administration for review under 5 U.S.C. 605(b).
C. Review Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
Manufacturers of covered products must certify to DOE that their
products comply with any applicable energy conservation standards. To
certify compliance, manufacturers must first obtain test data for their
products according to the DOE test procedures, including any amendments
adopted for those test procedures. DOE has established regulations for
the certification and recordkeeping requirements for certain covered
consumer products and commercial equipment. (See generally 10 CFR part
429) The collection-of-information requirement for the certification
and recordkeeping is subject to review and approval by OMB under the
Paperwork Reduction Act (``PRA''). This requirement has been approved
by OMB under OMB control number 1910-1400. Public reporting burden for
the certification is estimated to average 35 hours per response,
including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data
sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and
reviewing the collection of information.
There is currently no energy conservation standard for TVs. As
such, if finalized, the test procedure proposed would not establish a
reporting requirement. In the event DOE proposes an energy conservation
standard for TVs with which manufacturers must demonstrate compliance,
DOE will seek OMB approval of the associated information collection
requirement. DOE will seek approval either through a proposed amendment
to the information collection requirement approved under OMB control
number 1910-1400 or as a separate proposed information collection
requirement.
Notwithstanding any other provision of the law, no person is
required to respond to, nor shall any person be subject to a penalty
for failure to comply with, a collection of information subject to the
requirements of the PRA, unless that collection of information displays
a currently valid OMB Control Number.
D. Review Under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
In this NOPR, DOE proposes test procedure amendments that may be
used to develop and implement future energy conservation standards for
TVs. DOE has determined that this rule falls into a class of actions
that are categorically excluded from review under the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) and DOE's
implementing regulations at 10 CFR part 1021. Specifically, DOE has
determined that adopting test procedures for measuring energy
efficiency of consumer products and industrial equipment is consistent
with activities identified in 10 CFR part 1021, appendix A to subpart
D, A5 and A6. Accordingly, neither an environmental assessment nor an
environmental impact statement is required.
E. Review Under Executive Order 13132
Executive Order 13132, ``Federalism,'' 64 FR 43255 (Aug. 4, 1999)
imposes certain requirements on agencies formulating and implementing
policies or regulations that preempt State law or that have federalism
implications. The Executive order requires agencies to examine the
constitutional and statutory authority supporting any action that would
limit the policymaking discretion of the States and to carefully assess
the necessity for such actions. The Executive order also requires
agencies to have an accountable process to ensure meaningful and timely
input by State and local officials in the development of regulatory
policies that have federalism implications. On March 14, 2000, DOE
published a statement of policy describing the intergovernmental
consultation process it will follow in the development of such
regulations. 65 FR 13735. DOE has examined this proposed rule and has
determined that it would not have a substantial direct effect on the
States, on the relationship between the national government and the
States,
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or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various
levels of government. EPCA governs and prescribes Federal preemption of
State regulations as to energy conservation for the products that are
the subject of this proposed rule. States can petition DOE for
exemption from such preemption to the extent, and based on criteria,
set forth in EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6297(d)) No further action is required by
Executive Order 13132.
F. Review Under Executive Order 12988
Regarding the review of existing regulations and the promulgation
of new regulations, section 3(a) of Executive Order 12988, ``Civil
Justice Reform,'' 61 FR 4729 (Feb. 7, 1996), imposes on Federal
agencies the general duty to adhere to the following requirements: (1)
Eliminate drafting errors and ambiguity, (2) write regulations to
minimize litigation, (3) provide a clear legal standard for affected
conduct rather than a general standard, and (4) promote simplification
and burden reduction. Section 3(b) of Executive Order 12988
specifically requires that executive agencies make every reasonable
effort to ensure that the regulation (1) clearly specifies the
preemptive effect, if any, (2) clearly specifies any effect on existing
Federal law or regulation, (3) provides a clear legal standard for
affected conduct while promoting simplification and burden reduction,
(4) specifies the retroactive effect, if any, (5) adequately defines
key terms, and (6) addresses other important issues affecting clarity
and general draftsmanship under any guidelines issued by the Attorney
General. Section 3(c) of Executive Order 12988 requires executive
agencies to review regulations in light of applicable standards in
sections 3(a) and 3(b) to determine whether they are met or it is
unreasonable to meet one or more of them. DOE has completed the
required review and determined that, to the extent permitted by law,
the proposed rule meets the relevant standards of Executive Order
12988.
G. Review Under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995
Title II of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (``UMRA'')
requires each Federal agency to assess the effects of Federal
regulatory actions on State, local, and Tribal governments and the
private sector. Public Law 104-4, sec. 201 (codified at 2 U.S.C. 1531).
For a proposed regulatory action likely to result in a rule that may
cause the expenditure by State, local, and Tribal governments, in the
aggregate, or by the private sector of $100 million or more in any one
year (adjusted annually for inflation), section 202 of UMRA requires a
Federal agency to publish a written statement that estimates the
resulting costs, benefits, and other effects on the national economy.
(2 U.S.C. 1532(a), (b)) The UMRA also requires a Federal agency to
develop an effective process to permit timely input by elected officers
of State, local, and Tribal governments on a proposed ``significant
intergovernmental mandate,'' and requires an agency plan for giving
notice and opportunity for timely input to potentially affected small
governments before establishing any requirements that might
significantly or uniquely affect small governments. On March 18, 1997,
DOE published a statement of policy on its process for
intergovernmental consultation under UMRA. 62 FR 12820; also available
at www.energy.gov/gc/office-general-counsel. DOE examined this proposed
rule according to UMRA and its statement of policy and determined that
the rule contains neither an intergovernmental mandate, nor a mandate
that may result in the expenditure of $100 million or more in any year,
so these requirements do not apply.
H. Review Under the Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act,
1999
Section 654 of the Treasury and General Government Appropriations
Act, 1999 (Pub. L. 105-277) requires Federal agencies to issue a Family
Policymaking Assessment for any rule that may affect family well-being.
This proposed rule would not have any impact on the autonomy or
integrity of the family as an institution. Accordingly, DOE has
concluded that it is not necessary to prepare a Family Policymaking
Assessment.
I. Review Under Executive Order 12630
DOE has determined, under Executive Order 12630, ``Governmental
Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected Property
Rights'' 53 FR 8859 (March 18, 1988), that this proposed regulation
would not result in any takings that might require compensation under
the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
J. Review Under Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act,
2001
Section 515 of the Treasury and General Government Appropriations
Act, 2001 (44 U.S.C. 3516 note) provides for agencies to review most
disseminations of information to the public under guidelines
established by each agency pursuant to general guidelines issued by
OMB. OMB's guidelines were published at 67 FR 8452 (Feb. 22, 2002), and
DOE's guidelines were published at 67 FR 62446 (Oct. 7, 2002). Pursuant
to OMB Memorandum M-19-15, Improving Implementation of the Information
Quality Act (April 24, 2019), DOE published updated guidelines which
are available at https://www.energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2019/12/f70/DOE%20Final%20Updated%20IQA%20Guidelines%20Dec%202019.pdf. DOE has
reviewed this proposed rule under the OMB and DOE guidelines and has
concluded that it is consistent with applicable policies in those
guidelines.
K. Review Under Executive Order 13211
Executive Order 13211, ``Actions Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use,'' 66 FR 28355
(May 22, 2001), requires Federal agencies to prepare and submit to OMB,
a Statement of Energy Effects for any proposed significant energy
action. A ``significant energy action'' is defined as any action by an
agency that promulgated or is expected to lead to promulgation of a
final rule, and that (1) is a significant regulatory action under
Executive Order 12866, or any successor order; and (2) is likely to
have a significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use
of energy; or (3) is designated by the Administrator of OIRA as a
significant energy action. For any proposed significant energy action,
the agency must give a detailed statement of any adverse effects on
energy supply, distribution, or use should the proposal be implemented,
and of reasonable alternatives to the action and their expected
benefits on energy supply, distribution, and use.
The proposed regulatory action to amend the test procedure for
measuring the energy efficiency of TVs is not a significant regulatory
action under Executive Order 12866. Moreover, it would not have a
significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use of
energy, nor has it been designated as a significant energy action by
the Administrator of OIRA. Therefore, it is not a significant energy
action, and, accordingly, DOE has not prepared a Statement of Energy
Effects.
L. Review Under Section 32 of the Federal Energy Administration Act of
1974
Under section 301 of the Department of Energy Organization Act
(Pub. L. 95-91; 42 U.S.C. 7101), DOE must comply with section 32 of the
Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974, as amended by the Federal
Energy Administration
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Authorization Act of 1977. (15 U.S.C. 788; ``FEAA'') Section 32
essentially provides in relevant part that, where a proposed rule
authorizes or requires use of commercial standards, the notice of
proposed rulemaking must inform the public of the use and background of
such standards. In addition, section 32(c) requires DOE to consult with
the Attorney General and the Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission
(``FTC'') concerning the impact of the commercial or industry standards
on competition.
The proposed modifications to the test procedure for TVs would
incorporate testing methods contained in certain sections of the
following commercial standard: ANSI/CTA-2037-C. DOE has evaluated this
standard and is unable to conclude whether it fully complies with the
requirements of section 32(b) of the FEAA (i.e., whether it was
developed in a manner that fully provides for public participation,
comment, and review.) DOE will consult with both the Attorney General
and the Chairman of the FTC concerning the impact of these test
procedures on competition, prior to prescribing a final rule.
M. Description of Materials Incorporated by Reference
In this NOPR, DOE proposes to incorporate by reference the test
standard published by CTA, titled ``Determination of Television Set
Power Consumption,'' ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
ANSI/CTA-2037-C is a voluntary industry test procedure that
measures on mode TV power consumption in three preset picture settings
and standby mode power consumption. The test procedure amendments
proposed in this NOPR generally reference ANSI/CTA-2037-C including
provisions to address definitions, test equipment and setup, test
conditions, test configuration, and test conduct for measuring TV
screen luminance, on mode power consumption, and standby mode power
consumption. Additionally, the test clips required to measure on mode
power consumption are available digitally on CTA's website. These test
clips are available in two formats: SDR and HDR10 and for each format,
the test clips are available in two resolutions: SD and HD for the SDR
test clip and HD and UHD for the HDR10 test clip.
Copies of ANSI/CTA-2037-C and the test clips may be downloaded from
the CTA's website at https://shop.cta.tech/products/determination-of-television-set-power-consumption-ansi-cta-2037-c.
V. Public Participation
A. Participation in the Webinar
The time and date of the webinar are listed in the DATES section at
the beginning of this document. If no participants register for the
webinar, it will be cancelled. Webinar registration information,
participant instructions, and information about the capabilities
available to webinar participants will be published on DOE's website:
www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/appliance_standards/standards.aspx?productid=61. Participants are responsible for ensuring
their systems are compatible with the webinar software.
B. Submission of Comments
DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this
proposed rule no later than the date provided in the DATES section at
the beginning of this proposed rule.\34\ Interested parties may submit
comments using any of the methods described in the ADDRESSES section at
the beginning of this document.
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\34\ DOE has historically provided a 75-day comment period for
test procedure NOPRs pursuant to the North American Free Trade
Agreement, U.S.-Canada-Mexico (``NAFTA''), Dec. 17, 1992, 32 I.L.M.
289 (1993); the North American Free Trade Agreement Implementation
Act, Public Law 103-182, 107 Stat. 2057 (1993) (codified as amended
at 10 U.S.C.A. 2576) (1993) (``NAFTA Implementation Act''); and
Executive Order 12889, ``Implementation of the North American Free
Trade Agreement,'' 58 FR 69681 (Dec. 30, 1993). However, on July 1,
2020, the Agreement between the United States of America, the United
Mexican States, and the United Canadian States (``USMCA''), Nov. 30,
2018, 134 Stat. 11 (i.e., the successor to NAFTA), went into effect,
and Congress's action in replacing NAFTA through the USMCA
Implementation Act, 19 U.S.C. 4501 et seq. (2020), implies the
repeal of E.O. 12889 and its 75-day comment period requirement for
technical regulations. Thus, the controlling laws are EPCA and the
USMCA Implementation Act. Consistent with EPCA's public comment
period requirements for consumer products, the USMCA only requires a
minimum comment period of 60 days. Consequently, DOE now provides a
60-day public comment period for test procedure NOPRs.
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C. Issues on Which DOE Seeks Comment
Although DOE welcomes comments on any aspect of this proposal, DOE
is particularly interested in receiving comments and views of
interested parties concerning the following issues:
(1) DOE requests comment on its proposal to adopt the substantive
provisions of ANSI/CTA-2037-C in appendix H with certain modifications.
(2) DOE requests comment on defining the identified terms in
appendix H through reference to ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
(3) DOE also requests comment on whether it should consider the
revisions to the power mode definitions that are under consideration by
the CTA working group for CTA-2037-D.
(4) DOE requests comment on referencing Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA-
2037-C for the power supply requirements. DOE also requests comment on
referencing the updated requirements that are under consideration for
CTA-2037-D, which would move the voltage and frequency requirements for
the power supply from the standby mode to on mode section within
Section 7.1.1 of the CTA-2037 standard.
(5) DOE requests comment on its proposal to connect only the UUT to
the specified AC power source during testing and to specify that the
camera photometer and ABC lamp may be powered via mains power. DOE also
requests feedback on whether the camera photometer and ABC lamp should
be connected to additional specified AC power sources and the burden
versus benefit of such an approach.
(6) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the power
meter requirements from ANSI/CTA-2037-C. Specifically, DOE requests
feedback on the potential burden, if any, to meet the more stringent
requirements specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
(7) DOE requests comment on its proposal to measure dynamic screen
luminance and to specify use of a camera photometer to measure dynamic
screen luminance. In particular, DOE requests comment on any concerns
with the burden associated with using a camera photometer as specified
by ANSI/CTA-2037-C to measure screen luminance.
(8) DOE also requests comment on the additional calibration
requirement under consideration for CTA-2037-D and whether DOE should
include this requirement for its TVs test procedure.
(9) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the
illuminance meter requirements, including the calibration requirements,
from ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
(10) DOE also requests comment on the updated illuminance meter
requirements under consideration for CTA-2037-D, whether DOE should
consider referencing the updated requirements when finalized, and the
reason(s) for doing so.
(11) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the media
player and USB flash drive requirements from ANSI/CTA-2037-C. DOE also
requests comment on whether DOE should maintain the current requirement
that the media player and UUT must not be from the same manufacturer.
(12) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Section
7.1.9 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the light source required for conducting
tests with ABC enabled.
(13) DOE requests comment on whether the specified ambient
temperature and humidity requirements are adequate or whether the
temperature and relative humidity specifications should include
additional specification regarding the precision and/or accuracy of the
instruments used to verify that the required ambient conditions are
maintained.
(14) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Section 7.4
of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the room illuminance level and requirement to
position the illuminance meter in the same manner as it would be
positioned during luminance and power measurement tests.
(15) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference all the
requirements specified in Section 8 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the test
room setup. These include the setup of the UUT, illuminance meter,
camera photometer, table surface, and reflective card.
(16) DOE also requests comment on whether it is appropriate to
specify that the table surface must be covered with black, non-
reflective cloth or whether DOE should specify a ``minimally
reflective'' cloth instead.
(17) DOE requests comment on whether it should consider requiring
that if a forced menu is displayed requesting the configuration of
specific features, then the most energy-consumptive configuration, as
represented by AEC, must be selected (rather than the most power
consumptive configuration). Additionally, if stakeholders support the
use of the most power consumptive configuration, DOE requests comment
on whether it should specify that the power consumption measurement is
averaged over the duration of the test.
(18) DOE additionally requests comment on any approaches that are
under consideration for CTA-2037-D by the CTA working group for the
initial setup of the TV, the configuration of forced menu options, or
the requirements for the quick start wake time measurement test.
(19) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the SDR and
HDR10 IEC test clips specified in ANSI/CTA-2037-C for testing TVs in
the default, brightest, and HDR10 preset picture settings.
(20) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference the
requirements in ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the selection of the preset picture
settings that must be used for testing and additionally specifying that
the brightest preset picture setting be identified with ABC disabled.
(21) DOE requests information on preset picture settings that can
adapt the TV's configuration based on content, usage pattern,
environment, etc. DOE also requests comment on whether such preset
picture settings should be excluded from testing, even if they are one
of the default SDR, brightest SDR, or default HDR10 preset picture
settings. If stakeholders support excluding such a preset picture
setting from testing, DOE requests comment on which preset
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picture setting(s) should be used for testing instead, particularly if
the intelligent preset picture setting is a default SDR or default
HDR10 preset picture setting.
(22) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Sections
7.1.8, 9.10, and 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the network configuration
requirements.
(23) DOE also requests comment on the updates being considered by
the CTA working group for CTA-2037-D as it pertains to the WAN and LAN
connection requirements and the connection requirements for smart wake
features.
(24) DOE requests feedback on its observed challenges with pairing
certain TV models with smart speakers, and whether other laboratories
have experienced similar challenges configuring smart speakers or any
of the other specified networking devices to connect with a TV model.
(25) DOE also requests comment on whether DOE should consider
providing any additional specifications beyond those provided in ANSI/
CTA-2037-C, or those being considered for CTA-2037-D, to facilitate
establishing the required network connections with additional devices.
(26) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Section 10
of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for the camera photometer and stabilization
requirements.
(27) DOE also requests comment on its proposal to reference Section
11.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C, for the on mode dynamic luminance and power
measurement. Specifically, DOE requests comment on using the brightest
preset picture setting measurement with ABC turned off for the AEC
calculation, regardless of its default setting.
(28) DOE requests stakeholders to provide any additional data and
information regarding the repeatability of the standby mode test when
connected to smart wake functions, the ability to consistently wake the
UUT using smart wake functionality, and the representativeness of the
standby mode test, if a wake test is not included at the end of the
standby mode duration.
(29) DOE requests comment on its proposal to reference Section 11.2
of ANSI/CTA-2037-C to measure the power consumption in standby mode
with some additional specifications. DOE also requests comment on its
proposal to reference Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C for conducting
the wake tests at the completion of standby mode.
(30) DOE requests comment on the revisions that are under
consideration for the standby mode test by the CTA working group.
(31) DOE requests comment on whether it is appropriate to
differentiate the standby mode power consumption of TVs that can be
powered on using any of the three specified methods versus those that
cannot be powered on using the smart wake features. DOE also requests
comment on whether there would be any benefit to differentiating
between the power consumption of such TVs.
(32) DOE requests comment on whether the parameters `standby smart
wake' and `standby internet' are appropriate or if it should consider
other parameters, such as `standby-active, high' and `standby-active,
low', respectively.
(33) For TVs that do not meet the stability criteria of the standby
mode measurement, DOE requests comment on measuring power consumption
for 240 minutes and using the average power consumption over the last
two-thirds of the measurement period as the standby-active mode
measurement.
(34) DOE requests comment on its proposal to remove the off mode
test from appendix H.
(35) DOE requests comment on its proposed calculations for the
average on mode power consumption and AEC.
(36) DOE requests comment on any aspect of the estimated one-time
testing costs, annually additional incremental testing costs, or the
estimated equipment costs associated with these proposed test procedure
amendments; including the number of TV basic models, the amount of time
needed to conduct the proposed test procedure amendments, the amount of
time needed to conduct the existing DOE test procedures, or the costs
associated with the equipment necessary to conduct the proposed test
procedure amendments.
VI. Approval of the Office of the Secretary
The Secretary of Energy has approved publication of this notice of
proposed rulemaking and request for comment.
List of Subjects
10 CFR Part 429
Administrative practice and procedure, Confidential business
information, Energy conservation, Household appliances, Imports,
Intergovernmental relations, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements,
Small businesses.
10 CFR Part 430
Administrative practice and procedure, Confidential business
information, Energy conservation, Household appliances, Imports,
Incorporation by reference, Intergovernmental relations, Small
businesses.
Signing Authority
This document of the Department of Energy was signed on February
17, 2022, by Kelly J. Speakes-Backman, Principal Deputy Assistant
Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, pursuant to
delegated authority from the Secretary of Energy. That document with
the original signature and date is maintained by DOE. For
administrative purposes only, and in compliance with requirements of
the Office of the Federal Register, the undersigned DOE Federal
Register Liaison Officer has been authorized to sign and submit the
document in electronic format for publication, as an official document
of the Department of Energy. This administrative process in no way
alters the legal effect of this document upon publication in the
Federal Register.
Signed in Washington, DC, on February 22, 2022.
Treena V. Garrett,
Federal Register Liaison Officer, U.S. Department of Energy.
For the reasons stated in the preamble, DOE is proposing to amend
parts 429 and 430 of Chapter II of Title 10, Code of Federal
Regulations as set forth below:
PART 429--CERTIFICATION, COMPLIANCE, AND ENFORCEMENT FOR CONSUMER
PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT
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1. The authority citation for part 429 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6291-6317; 28 U.S.C. 2461 note.
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2. Amend Sec. 429.25 by revising paragraphs (a)(2)(ii), and
(a)(2)(iii)(A) and (B) to read as follows:
Sec. 429.25 Television sets.
(a) * * *
(2) * * *
(ii) Any represented annual energy consumption of a basic model
shall be determined by applying the AEC calculation in section 6.1 of
appendix H to subpart B of part 430 of this chapter to the represented
values of power consumption as calculated pursuant to paragraph
(a)(2)(i) of this section.
(iii) * * *
(A) For power consumption in the on and standby modes, the
represented value shall be rounded according to the
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accuracy requirements specified in section 2.2 of appendix H to subpart
B of part 430 of this chapter.
(B) For annual energy consumption, the represented value shall be
rounded according to the rounding requirements specified in section 6.2
of appendix H to subpart B of part 430 of this chapter.
* * * * *
PART 430--ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS
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3. The authority citation for part 430 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6291-6309; 28 U.S.C. 2461 note.
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4. Amend Sec. 430.3 by:
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a. Revising paragraph (a);
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b. Redesignating paragraphs (m) through (v) as paragraphs (n) through
(w), respectively;
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c. Adding new paragraph (m);
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d. Removing newly redesignated paragraph (p)(4) and, redesignating
newly redesignated paragraphs (p)(5) through (9) as paragraphs (p)(4)
through (8), respectively; and
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e. Revising newly redesignated paragraph (o)(5);
The addition and revisions read as follows:
Sec. 430.3 Materials incorporated by reference.
Certain material is incorporated by reference into this subpart
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register in accordance
with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other
than that specified in this section, the U.S. Department of Energy
(DOE) must publish a document in the Federal Register and the material
must be available to the public. All approved material is available for
inspection at DOE and at the National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). Contact DOE at: U.S. Department of Energy,
Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building Technologies
Program, Sixth Floor, 950 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024,
(202) 586-9127, [email protected], https://www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/appliance-and-equipment-standards-program. For information on
the availability of this material at NARA, email:
[email protected], or go to: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. The material may be obtained from the sources
in the following paragraphs of this section.
* * * * *
(m) CTA. Consumer Technology Association, 1919 S. Eads Street,
Arlington, VA 22202, (703) 907-7600, or go to www.cta.tech.
(1) ANSI/CTA-2037-C, Determination of Television Set Power
Consumption, CTA approved October 2021; IBR approved for appendix H to
subpart B.
(2) [Reserved]
* * * * *
(p) * * *
(5) IEC 62301 (``IEC 62301''), Household electrical appliances--
Measurement of standby power, (Edition 2.0, 2011-01), IBR approved for
appendices C1, D1, D2, F, G, I, J2, N, O, P, Q, X, X1, Y, Z, BB, and CC
to subpart B.
* * * * *
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5. Amend Sec. 430.23 by revising paragraph (h) to read as follows:
Sec. 430.23 Test procedures for the measurement of energy and water
consumption.
* * * * *
(h) Television sets. The power consumption of a television set,
expressed in watts, including on and standby modes, shall be measured
in accordance with sections 5.2 and 5.3 of appendix H of this subpart,
respectively. The annual energy consumption, expressed in kilowatt-
hours per year, shall be measured in accordance with section 6 of
appendix H of this subpart.
* * * * *
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6. Revise Appendix H to subpart B of part 430 to read as follows:
Appendix H to Subpart B of Part 430--Uniform Test Method for Measuring
the Power Consumption of Television Sets
Note: Before [date 180 days following publication of a final
rule], any representations made with respect to the energy use or
energy efficiency of a television must be based upon results
generated under this appendix as it appeared in 10 CFR part 430
edition revised as of January 1, 2021 or this appendix. Beginning
[date 180 days following publication of a final rule] any
representations made with respect to the energy use or efficiency of
a television must be based upon results generated under this
appendix. Given that beginning [date 180 days after publication of a
final rule], representations with respect to the energy use or
efficiency of televisions must be made in accordance with tests
conducted pursuant to this appendix, manufacturers may wish to begin
using this test procedure as soon as possible.
0. Incorporation by Reference
DOE incorporated by reference in Sec. 430.3, ANSI/CTA-2037-C in
its entirety. However, only enumerated provisions of ANSI/CTA-2037-C
are applicable to this appendix, as follows:
0.1 ANSI/CTA-2037-C: Determination of Television Set Power Consumption
(a) Sections 5.1 and 5.2 as referenced in section 1 of this
appendix;
(b) Sections 7.1.1 through 7.2 as referenced in section 2 of
this appendix;
(c) Sections 7.3 through 8.2 as referenced in section 3 of this
appendix;
(d) Sections 9.1 through 9.11 as referenced in section 4 of this
appendix; and
(e) Sections 10 through 11.2 as referenced in section 5 of this
appendix;
1. Definitions and Symbols
1.1. Definitions. The following terms are defined according to
Section 5.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
(a) Automatic brightness control
(b) Brightest selectable picture setting
(c) Default preset picture setting
(d) Dynamic Luminance
(e) Energy-Efficient-Ethernet
(f) Filmmaker Mode
(g) Forced menu
(h) HDR10
(i) High Dynamic Range
(j) Home configuration
(k) Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG)
(l) Illuminance
(m) Luminance
(n) Main battery
(o) Motion-Based Dynamic Dimming
(p) Neutral density filter
(q) Off Mode
(r) On Mode
(s) Preset picture setting
(t) Quick start
(u) Snoot
(v) Standby-Active Mode
(w) Standby-Passive Mode
(x) Wake-By-Remote-Control-App
(y) Wake-By-Smart-Speaker
(z) Wake-On-Cast
1.2. Symbol usage. The symbols and abbreviations in Section 5.2
of ANSI/CTA-2037-C apply to this test procedure.
2. Test Equipment
2.1. AC Power Supply. The AC power supply shall be setup
according to the requirements in Section 7.1.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
Additionally, the following requirement is also applicable:
2.1.1. AC Power Supply Usage. The AC power supply shall be used
to power only the unit under test (UUT). The camera photometer and
ABC lamp may be powered by mains electricity.
2.2. Power Meter. The power meter shall be setup and used
according to the requirements in Section 7.1.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
2.3. Illuminance Photometer. The illuminance photometer shall be
setup and used according to Section 7.1.3 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
2.4. Camera Photometer. The camera photometer shall be setup and
used according to Section 7.1.4 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
2.5. Media Player and Storage Device. The test media shall be
stored and displayed using the equipment outlined in Sections 7.1.5,
7.1.6. and 7.1.7 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
2.6. Network-Related Equipment. The networking equipment shall
be setup and used according to Section 7.1.8 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
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2.7. ABC Light Source. The ABC light source shall be setup and
used according to Section 7.1.9 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
2.8. Test Signals. The test signals used for on mode power
consumption shall be as specified in Section 7.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
3. Test Setup
3.1. Environmental Conditions. The environmental conditions of
the test room shall meet the requirements set in Section 7.3 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
3.2. Ambient Light Conditions. The ambient light conditions of
the test room shall meet the requirements set in Section 7.4 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
3.3. The UUT and all associated test equipment shall be setup
according to Sections 8.1 and 8.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
4. Test Configuration
4.1. UUT Firmware Update. The UUT firmware shall be updated
according to the requirements specified in Section 9.1 of ANSI/CTA-
2037-C.
4.2. Initial Setup. The TV shall be initially setup following
the requirements in Section 9.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
4.3. Media Provision. The test media shall be provided according
to the requirements in Section 9.3 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
4.4. Sound Level Adjustments. The sound level of the UUT shall
be set according to Section 9.4 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
4.5. Video Aspect Ratio. The video aspect ratio shall be setup
according to Section 9.5 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
4.6. Identification of the Default SDR and HDR10 Preset Picture
Settings. The identification of the default SDR and HDR10 preset
picture settings shall be conducted as specified in Section 9.6 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
4.7. Motion-Based Dynamic Dimming. Motion-based dynamic dimming
shall be setup according to Section 9.7 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
4.8. Identification of the Brightest Preset Picture Setting. The
identification of the brightest preset picture setting shall be
conducted using Section 9.8 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C. Additionally, ensure
that ABC is disabled while identifying the brightest preset picture
setting.
4.9. Quick Start. Quick start shall be configured and setup
according to Section 9.9 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
4.10. Network Connections. Network connections shall be
configured as specified in Section 9.10 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
5. Test Conduct
5.1. Camera Configuration and UUT Stabilization. Before testing
is conducted the UUT and camera photometer shall be setup and
stabilized according to Section 10 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C.
5.2. On Mode Test. Conduct the on mode test according to Section
11.1 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C, including the following additions, and
record power consumption as noted below:
5.2.1. Default SDR preset picture setting.
5.2.1.1. Record the average power consumption with ABC off at
the default backlight level as PDefault_ABCoff.
5.2.1.2. For UUTs with ABC disabled by default in the default
SDR preset picture setting, record the average power consumption
with ABC off at backlight level set to 20 percent of its maximum
level as PDefault_ABCoff_20backlight.
5.2.1.3. For UUTs with ABC enabled by default in the default SDR
preset picture setting, record the average power consumption at 140,
50, 17, and 4 lux as PDefault_140,
PDefault_50, PDefault_17, and
PDefault_4, respectively.
5.2.1.4. Calculate the default SDR preset picture setting
average power consumption as follows:
PDefault = PDefault_ABCoff for UUTs with
ABC disabled in the default SDR preset picture setting, and
PDefault = (PDefault_140 +
PDefault_50 + PDefault_17 +
PDefault_4)/4 for UUTs with ABC enabled in the default
SDR preset picture setting.
5.2.2. Brightest SDR preset picture setting.
5.2.2.1. Record the average power consumption with ABC off at
the default backlight level as PBrightest_ABCoff.
5.2.2.2. For UUTs with ABC disabled by default in the brightest
SDR preset picture setting, record the average power consumption
with ABC off at backlight level set to 20 percent of its maximum
level as
PBrightest_ABCoff_20backlight.
5.2.2.3. For UUTs with ABC enabled by default in the brightest
SDR preset picture setting, record the average power consumption at
140, 50, 17, and 4 lux as PBrightest_140,
PBrightest_50, PBrightest_17, and
PBrightest_4, respectively.
5.2.2.4. Calculate the brightest SDR preset picture setting
average power consumption as PBrightest =
PBrightest_ABCoff.
5.2.3. Default HDR10 preset picture setting.
5.2.3.1. Record the average power consumption with ABC off at
the default backlight level as PHDR10_ABCoff.
5.2.3.2. For UUTs with ABC disabled by default in the default
HDR10 preset picture setting, record the average power consumption
with ABC off at backlight level set to 20 percent of its maximum
level as PHDR10_ABCoff_20backlight.
5.2.3.3. For UUTs with ABC enabled by default in the default
HDR10 preset picture setting, record the average power consumption
at 140, 50, 17, and 4 lux as PHDR10_140,
PHDR10_50, PHDR10_17, and PHDR10_4,
respectively.
5.2.3.4. Calculate the default HDR10 preset picture setting
average power consumption as follows:
PHDR10 = PHDR10_ABCoff for UUTs with ABC
disabled in the default HDR10 preset picture setting, and
PHDR10 = (PHDR10_140 +
PHDR10_50 + PHDR10_17 + PHDR10_4)/4
for UUTs with ABC enabled in the default HDR10 preset picture
setting.
5.2.4. Calculation of On Mode Power Consumption. Calculate the
on mode power consumption as the average of the power consumption in
the default SDR, brightest SDR, and default HDR10 preset picture
settings as follows:
POn = (PDefault + PBrightest +
PHDR10)/3
Where:
PDefault = average power consumption in the SDR default
picture setting as specified in section 5.2.1 of this appendix;
PBrightest = average power consumption in the SDR
brightest preset picture setting as specified in section 5.2.2 of
this appendix; and
PHDR10 = average power consumption in the HDR10 default
preset picture setting as specified in section 5.2.3 of this
appendix.
5.3. Standby Mode Test. Conduct the standby mode test as
specified in Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C and wake the UUT from
standby mode as specified in Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C. The
following additional requirements are also applicable:
5.3.1. Wake time measurement, as specified in Section 11.2 of
ANSI/CTA-2037-C is not required for the purposes of this appendix.
5.3.2. For the initial network connectivity check specified in
Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C, if a network capable UUT cannot be
powered on via one of the network connected devices after powering
down for 5-seconds, then record the measured average power
consumption over the entire duration of the standby test as
Pstandby_internet.
5.3.3. At the end of the standby test, power on the UUT as
specified in Section 9.11 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C. If a network capable
UUT powers on via one of the network connected devices, record the
measured average power consumption as
Pstandby_smart_wake. If a network capable UUT does not
power on via any of the network connected devices, record the
measured average power consumption as Pstandby_internet.
For UUTs without network capability, record the measured average
power consumption as Pstandby_passive.
5.3.4. If the UUT does not meet the stability criteria specified
in Section 11.2 of ANSI/CTA-2037-C at the end of the standby mode
test duration of 240 minutes, average the power consumption during
the last two-thirds of the measurement period and record this value
as the standby power measurement using the variables as defined in
section 5.3.3 of this appendix.
6. Calculation of Annual Energy Consumption
6.1. Calculation. The annual energy consumption (AEC) of the TV
shall be calculated using on and standby mode power consumption
values as determined pursuant to sections 5.2 and 5.3, respectively,
of this appendix as follows:
AEC = 365 * (Pon * Hon +
Pstandby_smart_wake * Hstandby_smart_wake +
Pstandby_internet * Hstandby_internet +
Pstandby_passive * Hstandby_passive)/1000
Where:
Pon = average on mode power consumption as calculated in
section 5.2 of this appendix;
Hon = hours per day spent in on mode as specified in
Table 1 of this appendix;
Pstandby_smart_wake = average standby mode power
consumption for UUTs with smart wake capability as calculated in
section 5.3 of this appendix;
Hstandby_smart_wake = hours per day spent in standby mode
for UUTs with smart wake capability as specified in Table 1 of this
appendix;
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Pstandby_internet = average standby mode power
consumption for UUTs with network capability without smart wake
capability as calculated in section 5.3 of this appendix;
Hstandby_smart_wake = hours per day spent in standby mode
for UUTs with network capability without smart wake capability as
specified in Table 1 of this appendix;
Pstandby_passive = average standby mode power consumption
for UUTs without network capability as calculated in section 5.3 of
this appendix;
Hstandby_passive = hours per day spent in standby mode
for UUTs without network capability as specified in Table 1 of this
appendix;
365 = conversion factor from daily to yearly; and
1000 = conversion factor from watts to kilowatts
Table 1--Hourly Weightings
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Hon Hstandby\smart\wake Hstandby\internet Hstandby\passive
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Standby smart wake.................... 5 19 0 0
Standby internet...................... 5 0 19 0
Standby-passive....................... 5 0 0 19
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6.2. Rounding. The calculated AEC value shall be rounded as
follows:
6.2.1. If the calculated AEC value is 100 kWh or less, the rated
value shall be rounded to the nearest tenth of a kWh.
6.2.2. If the calculated AEC value is greater than 100 kWh, the
rated value shall be rounded to the nearest kWh.
[FR Doc. 2022-04014 Filed 3-1-22; 8:45 am]
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