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May 4 & 5, 2006


ENERGY STAR® – Qualifying Criteria for Multi-function Devices

All manufacturers of multi-functional devices are required to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) before they can sign an ENERGY STAR Administrative Arrangement with Natural Resources Canada.

Definition
Multi-Function Device (MFD)
– categorized as a physically integrated device or a combination of functionally integrated components whose primary function is copying, but is also able to perform one or both of the additional core functions of printing or faxing. The MFD may be connected to a network and may output black-and-white, grey-scale or colour images. The specifications outlined apply to standard-sized MFDs designed to handle A4 or 21.5 x 28 cm (8.5 x 11 in.) paper and large-format MFDs designed to primarily handle A2 or 43 x 56 cm (17 x 22 in.) paper or larger.

Upgradeable Digital Copier – categorized as a commercial reprographic imaging unit whose sole function is to produce duplicates from a graphic hard-copy original using digital imaging technology, but which provides the option of upgrading to offer multiple functions, such as printing or fax capabilities, through the installation of add-on devices. In order to be classified as an upgradeable digital copier under the Multi-Function Device Program, the upgrade options must be available on the market or intended for availability within one year after the base unit is launched. Digital copiers that are not designed for functional upgrades must qualify for the ENERGY STAR symbol under the Copier Program.

Technical Criteria
Table 1
Standard-Sized Multi-function Devices
Multi-Function Device Speed (images per minute – ipm)   0-10   11-20   21-44   45-100   101 and more
Low-Power Mode (watts)   N/A   N/A   3.85 x ipm + 50   3.85 x ipm + 50   3.85 x pm + 50
Recovery Time (30 seconds)   N/A   N/A   Yes   Recommended   Recommended
Sleep Mode (watts)   <= 25   <= 70   <= 80   <= 95   <= 105
Sleep Mode Default Time   <= 15 minutes   <= 30 minutes   <= 60 minutes   <= 90 minutes   <= 120 minutes
Automatic Duplex Mode   No   No   Optional   Default for both copying and printing/
fax receipt
  Default for both copying and printing/
fax receipt
                

Table 2
Large-Format Multi-Function Devices
Multi-Function Device Speed (images per minute)   0-40   41 and more
Low-Power Mode (watts)   N/A   4.85 x ipm + 50
Recovery Time (30 seconds)   N/A   N/A
Sleep Mode (watts)   <= 70   <= 105
Sleep Mode Default Time   <= 30 minutes   <= 90 minutes
Automatic Duplex Mode   No   No

Table 3
Upgradeable Digital Copier Criteria
Upgradeable Digital Copier Speed (images per minute)   0-10   11-20   21-44   45-100   101 and more
Low-Power Mode (watts)   N/A   N/A   3.85 x ipm + 5   3.85 x ipm + 5   3.85 x pm + 5
Recovery Time (30 seconds)   N/A   N/A   Yes   Recommended   Recommended
Sleep Mode (watts)*   <= 5   <= 5   <= 15   <= 20   <= 20
Sleep Mode Default Time   <= 15 minutes   <= 30 minutes   <= 60 minutes   <= 90 minutes   <= 120 minutes
                

Table 4
Large-Format Upgradeable Digital Copiers
Upgradeable Digital Copier Speed (images per minute)   0-40   41 and more
Low-Power Mode (watts)   N/A   4.85 x ipm + 45
Recovery Time (30 seconds)   N/A   N/A
Sleep Mode (watts)*   <= 65   <= 100
Sleep Mode Default Time   <= 30 minutes   <= 90 minutes
*For upgradeable digital copiers that consist of functionally integrated units such as print, scan and computer components, sleep mode watts for the total system may be increased by an amount equal to the sleep mode watts allowed for an ENERGY STAR labelled computer.

Enable – To set the power management feature of a given product to activate the power-saving features automatically as specified in the product's ENERGY STAR Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the manufacturer.

Standby Mode – The condition in which the machine is not producing output, has reached operating conditions and is ready to make hard-copy output, but has not yet entered the low-power mode. When the multi-function device is in this mode, there will be virtually no delay before it is capable of making the next hard-copy output.

Low-Power Mode – The condition in which the multi-function device is not producing hard-copy output and is consuming less power than when in a standby mode.

Sleep Mode – The lowest power state the multi-function device can automatically enter without actually turning off.

Default Time – The time period set by the manufacturer prior to shipping that determines when the multi-function device will enter the low-power and sleep modes.

Recovery Time – The amount of time needed to bring the multi-function device from low-power mode to standby mode.

Automatic Duplex Mode – The mode in which the multi-function device automatically places images on both sides of a sheet by sending both the sheet and the graphic original through the multi-function device. Examples of this are one-sided to two-sided copying, two-sided to two-sided copying or double-sided printing. A multi-function device is considered to have an automatic duplex mode only if it includes all accessories needed to satisfy the above conditions, i.e. an automatic document feeder and accessories for automatic duplexing capabilities. Note: All standard-sized multi-function devices that output at speeds greater than 20 ipm must offer duplexing as an option.

Certification Requirements
Products may be self-certified, or certified by an independent third party, to determine if they are compliant with the ENERGY STAR technical specifications. For specific testing protocols, please refer to the U.S. ENERGY STAR Web site. Tests may be conducted on products bearing the ENERGY STAR symbol to determine their compliance, and the Participant may be asked to voluntarily provide products for the purposes of such testing.


 The ENERGY STAR name and the ENERGY STAR symbol are registered trademarks of the United States Environmental Protection Agency and are used with permission.