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1. 1. acvicari 09:41 AM 7/15/08

   Wait, you're saying in the last paragraph that an LCD model uses more energy than equal-size CRT? No way. Look at computer monitors; the LCD flat panels use less than half as much power than CRT ones despite the higher resolutions they usually support.
   I have heard that HDTVs use much more power than regular definition, but those of us who will be using the analog-to-digital converters for older CRTs are clearly not to concerned about HD. Also, how much energy is needed to make and ship the converter box, as compared to a new TV?

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2. 2. candide08 02:37 PM 7/15/08

   Some new TV's, Like Toshiba, have two start modes: a "fast" start that is fast and an energy saving mode that takes a bit longer.
   
   On my Toshiba the difference is about 15 seconds, so I use the energy saving mode -- which uses far less electricity that the fast start mode.

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3. 3. JP 02:59 PM 3/19/09

   Another great resource to check out is the Green Efficient Guide <a href="http://www.greenefficientguide.com">http://www.greenefficientguide.com</a>. They list all energy star rated tvs and electronics along with their power usage so you can find the most efficient tv by brand or size.

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