How to Reduce Power Consumption on ELO Displays

Why Power Optimization Matters

Commercial displays operate for long hours each day. Lowering power draw extends component life and reduces operational cost. For large rollouts, even small efficiency gains compound significantly over time.

Best Practices

1. Adjust Brightness
Reducing brightness from 100 percent to 70 percent can cut energy use by 25 percent. ELOView allows you to automate this based on time of day.

2. Enable Sleep Mode
Schedule displays to turn off after business hours. This prevents burn-in and saves thousands of kilowatt-hours yearly.

3. Use Efficient Compute Units
ELO Backpacks consume less energy than traditional PCs because they use mobile chipsets optimized for low power.

4. Manage Temperature
Keep screens in ventilated areas. Cooler environments reduce fan use and component strain.

5. Update Firmware
ELO firmware updates often include improved power-handling features. Check quarterly for new releases.

Measuring Your Savings

You can view energy reports within ELOView or connect smart plugs for precise data. Many businesses see a return on investment in under a year simply from brightness scheduling and sleep automation.

Real Example

A supermarket chain reduced display electricity costs by 32 percent by lowering brightness during low-traffic hours and automating nightly shutdowns. None of the changes required new hardware.

Final Thoughts

Saving energy with ELO hardware is simple and measurable.
By combining power scheduling, brightness control, and efficient compute devices, you can create a greener, lower-cost signage network.

Tags: Power Saving, Brightness Control, ELOView, Energy Efficiency
Author: Emilio Bourdages
Blog: Learn