BS EN IEC 62087-7:2019

What is BS EN IEC 62087‑7 - Computer monitor power consumption measurement about?

BS EN IEC 62087 discusses audio, video, and related equipment. BS EN IEC 62087‑7 is the seventh part of the multi-series on audio, video, and related equipment, and specifies the determination of the power consumption of computer monitors. Monitors included here are those with CRT, LCD, PDP, or OLED technologies. Computer monitors that provide a touch screen functionality are also included in BS EN IEC 62087‑7.

BS EN IEC 62087‑7 is limited to computer monitors that are powered from the main power source other than a battery. However, mains-powered computer monitors may include any number of auxiliary batteries. Computer monitors connected by digital inputs such as DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI, or by analogue VGA input, are considered in BS EN IEC 62087‑7.

Note 1: Computer monitors that are powered from a battery source are not covered by BS EN IEC 62087‑7.

Note 2: BS EN IEC 62087‑7 does not apply to network- and wirelessly connected computer monitors.

Note 3: The test methods specified in BS EN IEC 62087‑7 can be applied to computer monitors of any size, however, BS EN IEC 62087‑7 does not apply to specialized monitors associated with medical equipment, publishing, and other professional, commercial, or industrial uses.

Who is BS EN IEC 62087‑7 - Computer monitor power consumption measurement for?

BS EN IEC 62087‑7 on computer monitor power consumption measurement is useful for:

• Product design engineers
• Manufacturers, designers, and installers of computers
• Regulatory bodies
• Testing engineers

Why should you use BS EN IEC 62087‑7 - Computer monitor power consumption measurement?

BS EN IEC 62087‑7 specifies methods of measurement for the power consumption of computer monitors for use with computers. The test method includes power measurement using static patterns and both the broadcast and web-based dynamic test loops. The test method also includes testing with the automatic brightness control (ABC) function where it is incorporated into a computer monitor.

The various modes of operation that are relevant for measuring power consumption are also defined. The test method has also been made consistent with the test method for televisions in IEC 62087-3. Using BS EN IEC 62087‑7 guidelines, you would be able to measure and compare the power consumption for different types of computer monitors.