I think this is quite a controversial topic, but I would like to know how many power outlets you have planned behind your TV. Assuming everything is organized in one spot, of course. Obviously, you could also place the receiver and media center separately and connect the TV via HDMI cable. Then the question would be how many outlets are needed at that separate location.
For us, it’s clear that we need:
- Network cables (preferably 2)
- Satellite cable
- Speaker outlet to run speakers to the back
Power outlets are absolutely necessary for:
- TV
- Receiver/amplifier
- Media center, e.g., a media center PC
- Subwoofer (usually active; other speakers mostly passive? Don’t shoot me if I’m wrong, I am not a hi-fi expert)
Optionally, there could be:
- Up to 3 game consoles
- Additional amplifier
- Additional satellite receiver
- DVR/recording device
- ...
So the required number of outlets varies somewhere between at least 4 and up to 10. How many outlets should you install? Or just install 2 and plan to use a power strip anyway? Or plan for 10 and have it look cluttered? Oh yes, we will have to set up what I described above in two places in the living room because the orientation of the couch and TV might change.
For us, it’s clear that we need:
- Network cables (preferably 2)
- Satellite cable
- Speaker outlet to run speakers to the back
Power outlets are absolutely necessary for:
- TV
- Receiver/amplifier
- Media center, e.g., a media center PC
- Subwoofer (usually active; other speakers mostly passive? Don’t shoot me if I’m wrong, I am not a hi-fi expert)
Optionally, there could be:
- Up to 3 game consoles
- Additional amplifier
- Additional satellite receiver
- DVR/recording device
- ...
So the required number of outlets varies somewhere between at least 4 and up to 10. How many outlets should you install? Or just install 2 and plan to use a power strip anyway? Or plan for 10 and have it look cluttered? Oh yes, we will have to set up what I described above in two places in the living room because the orientation of the couch and TV might change.
In my living room, the LAN connections are assigned as follows:
1. TV – so we can access NAS content and smart functions directly
2. Blu-ray player – similar to Sebastian’s setup, we use smart functions here to stream NAS content to the projector
3. Xbox – probably no explanation needed
4. Separate satellite receiver for the projector
5. And in the other corner of the room, there is an IP camera
6. One port is still available
This setup allows me to watch TV, access NAS content, or use smart features on either the TV or projector without having to unplug or switch any cables.
1. TV – so we can access NAS content and smart functions directly
2. Blu-ray player – similar to Sebastian’s setup, we use smart functions here to stream NAS content to the projector
3. Xbox – probably no explanation needed
4. Separate satellite receiver for the projector
5. And in the other corner of the room, there is an IP camera
6. One port is still available
This setup allows me to watch TV, access NAS content, or use smart features on either the TV or projector without having to unplug or switch any cables.
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Hendrik0075 Oct 2016 13:16Quick question for the fans of switched outlets: When do you usually turn off all the devices? If I cut power to everything at once, some devices can be quite temperamental and slow when powering back on...
I’m also curious about when you completely switch off the power outlets?
The electrician suggested this to us today as well. I think it’s quite practical and helps save electricity in principle. But the receiver, for example, takes ages to boot up.
The stereo system (which admittedly is really old) immediately loses the clock setting. So, for us, the TV and DVD player would basically have to be reset... Is it really worth it?
The electrician suggested this to us today as well. I think it’s quite practical and helps save electricity in principle. But the receiver, for example, takes ages to boot up.
The stereo system (which admittedly is really old) immediately loses the clock setting. So, for us, the TV and DVD player would basically have to be reset... Is it really worth it?
Lile08 schrieb:
I’m also curious when you completely turn off the power outlets?
This was suggested to us by the electrician today. I think it’s quite practical and saves electricity. But, for example, the receiver takes ages to start up.
The stereo system (which admittedly is very old) resets the clock right away. So, for us, that would mean the TV and DVD player would be off... Is it worth it?We don’t have any problems, as I said.
I haven’t followed the whole thread anymore...
What bothers me in general is standby mode.
We have one outlet with a power strip for the end devices: TV, receiver, DVD player, and a floor lamp.
When we want to watch TV, we just use the switch—about 3 seconds later the last device is on. None of the settings get erased. All devices are about 8 years old.
On the way to the stairs, everything is turned off by the switch—every day.
Regards
Currently, we have many remote-controlled power outlets installed in our rental apartment so that we can switch the floor and decorative lamps in the living room in the evening using a remote control. Likewise, most of our hi-fi equipment (except for the Sky receiver) can also be switched off remotely.
I also feel more environmentally conscious by avoiding standby power consumption. Whether the investment in remote-controlled outlets pays off financially is not a primary concern for me.
For this reason, I plan to install switchable outlets in suitable locations in our new build as well.
I also feel more environmentally conscious by avoiding standby power consumption. Whether the investment in remote-controlled outlets pays off financially is not a primary concern for me.
For this reason, I plan to install switchable outlets in suitable locations in our new build as well.
I came across this list yesterday by chance:
Device Standby Power (measured) Kilowatt-hours per Year* Euros per Year*
Stereo System 15 W 120 kWh 35
TV (LCD) 14 W 112 kWh 32
Mini Hi-Fi System 11 W 88 kWh 25
PC, Monitor & Printer 10 W 80 kWh 23
DVB-T Receiver 10 W 80 kWh 23
Router (DSL/Wi-Fi) 8 W 64 kWh 18
Old Cell Phone Charger 5 W 40 kWh 12
Cordless Phone 3 W 24 kWh 7
Washing Machine 3 W 24 kWh 7
Microwave Oven 2.5 W 20 kWh 6
New Cell Phone Charger 0.3 W 2.4 kWh 0.7
Source: co2online / * based on 22 hours of standby per day
You should measure how much power those remote-controlled sockets actually use. They can be quite energy-hungry themselves since they are always in standby mode waiting to receive signals.
Device Standby Power (measured) Kilowatt-hours per Year* Euros per Year*
Stereo System 15 W 120 kWh 35
TV (LCD) 14 W 112 kWh 32
Mini Hi-Fi System 11 W 88 kWh 25
PC, Monitor & Printer 10 W 80 kWh 23
DVB-T Receiver 10 W 80 kWh 23
Router (DSL/Wi-Fi) 8 W 64 kWh 18
Old Cell Phone Charger 5 W 40 kWh 12
Cordless Phone 3 W 24 kWh 7
Washing Machine 3 W 24 kWh 7
Microwave Oven 2.5 W 20 kWh 6
New Cell Phone Charger 0.3 W 2.4 kWh 0.7
Source: co2online / * based on 22 hours of standby per day
seth0487 schrieb:
I also feel "greener" when I avoid standby power consumption. Whether the investment in remote-controlled sockets was worthwhile doesn’t interest me that much.
You should measure how much power those remote-controlled sockets actually use. They can be quite energy-hungry themselves since they are always in standby mode waiting to receive signals.
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