Provides simple, plug-and-play energy savings for computer workstations
Saving energy has never been easier!
Computer Power Usage The amount of energy consumed by computers and monitors in commercial buildings is significant. In full-power operation, a computer can use 80-100 Watts of power. In sleep mode, a computer only uses on average 3-5 Watts.
Computer Sleep Mode While monitors are often configured to sleep, unfortunately fewer than 10% of US-based computers are configured to take full advantage of these energy-saving features. There are three major issues associated with computer energy consumption: 1. Most computers are left on for extended periods of time or permanently, even when they are inactive. 2. Users are unfamiliar with the power saving settings on their computer’s operating system and/or do not implement them effectively. 3.
The USB Motion Sensor is simple to install and operate. • Plugs into any computer USB port and requires no drivers, applications or operating system changes. • When the user is away from their desk, it automatically puts the computer into sleep mode. • It augments OS based energy settings or third-party energy management applications and allows for short countdown timer periods without being intrusive. What is computer ‘Sleep Mode’? All computer actions stop when the computer enters sleep mode.
Saves Energy & Reduces Operating Costs We can be lazy and often forget to switch off equipment that consume energy. The USB Motion Sensor automatically puts the computer to sleep when it is not needed. Incredibly Simple & Easy to Install Installing the sensor is incredibly easy and can be done in a matter of minutes.
No Operating System Changes or Setup The USB Motion Sensor is compatible with PC (Windows®/Linux®) and Mac® (macOS®) operating systems. It requires no central setup or administration and does not interfere with any existing pre-installed power management software. Maximum Savings, Minimal Intrusion Computer users resist intrusive energy saving settings that result in the computer going to sleep too quickly. Using motion sensing as a proxy ensures that maximum savings can be achieved with minimal intrusion.
Inconspicuous design The USB Motion Sensor is designed to inconspicuous and seamlessly blend into the workspace.
How it Works A highly-accurate passive infrared sensor detects motion for a period of time (configurable to 5/10/15/20/25/30 minutes). When a person moves in the sensing area, for example by tapping the keyboard, the sensor detects a change in the received heat energy and the countdown timer is reset, keeping the PC in its active state. If no motion is detected during the set time period, a sleep command is sent to the computer putting it into sleep mode, thereby minimizing energy consumption.
Mounting Bracket The USB Motion Sensor comes with a special mounting bracket that connects to the sensor and mounts to the back of the monitor via an adhesive pad.
Detailed specifications Voltage: Connection: Detection range: Detection angle: OS compatibility: 5V DC (via USB connection) USB Type A male 6 ft. 50° Windows®, Linux®, and Mac® Device driver: Device software: Power: Countdown timer: USB lead length: Not required Not required 0.
TrickleStar, Inc. 4859 Kendrick Street SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512 Toll Free Office Fax Email 1-888-700-1098 616-554-3576 302-319-3392 inquiries@tricklestar.com Copyright © TrickleStar. All rights reserved. TrickleStar® is a registered trademarks of TrickleStar, Ltd. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. TrickleStar assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
