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 |
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Multi-Function Device Speed (images per minute –
ipm)
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0-10
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11-20
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21-44
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45-100
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101 and more
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Low-Power Mode (watts) |
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N/A
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N/A
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3.85 x ipm + 50
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3.85 x ipm + 50
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3.85 x pm + 50
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Recovery Time (30 seconds) |
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N/A
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N/A
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Yes
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Recommended
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Recommended
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Sleep Mode (watts) |
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<= 25
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<= 70
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<= 80
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<= 95
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<= 105
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Sleep Mode Default Time |
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<= 15 minutes
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<= 30 minutes
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<= 60 minutes
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<= 90 minutes
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<= 120 minutes |
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Automatic Duplex Mode |
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No
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No
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Optional
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Default for both copying and printing/
fax receipt
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Default for both copying and printing/
fax receipt
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Table 2
Large-Format Multi-Function Devices |
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Multi-Function Device Speed (images per minute)
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0-40
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41 and more
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Low-Power Mode (watts) |
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N/A
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4.85 x ipm + 50
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Recovery Time (30 seconds) |
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N/A
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N/A
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Sleep Mode (watts) |
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<= 70
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<= 105
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Sleep Mode Default Time |
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<= 30 minutes
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<= 90 minutes
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Automatic Duplex Mode |
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No
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No
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Table 3
Upgradeable Digital Copier Criteria |
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Upgradeable Digital Copier Speed (images per minute)
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0-10
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11-20
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21-44
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45-100
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101 and more
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Low-Power Mode (watts) |
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N/A
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N/A
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3.85 x ipm + 5
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3.85 x ipm + 5
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3.85 x pm + 5
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Recovery Time (30 seconds) |
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N/A
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N/A
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Yes
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Recommended
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Recommended
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Sleep Mode (watts)* |
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<= 5
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<= 5
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<= 15
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<= 20
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<= 20
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Sleep Mode Default Time |
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<= 15 minutes
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<= 30 minutes
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<= 60 minutes
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<= 90 minutes
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<= 120
minutes |
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Table 4
Large-Format Upgradeable Digital Copiers |
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Upgradeable Digital Copier Speed (images per minute)
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0-40
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41 and more
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Low-Power Mode (watts) |
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N/A
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4.85 x ipm + 45
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Recovery Time (30 seconds) |
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N/A
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N/A
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Sleep Mode (watts)* |
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<= 65
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<= 100
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Sleep Mode Default Time |
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<= 30 minutes
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<= 90 minutes
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*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.
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