Random question about TV volume...

VeGGie-STyLe

Sorry just a really random question that popped into my ever-daydreaming head..... Does having the TV on a lower volume make it cheaper to have on? Would it be using less power?

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almillar

Yes, there's literally more electrical energy being converted into moving the air via speakers, via magnets. But not so much that you would be able to notice. If you do want to save energy on an LCD, turn the backlight/brightness down, and of course, turn it off when not using it - these will be much more noticeable.

Norman_Castle

Yes but the amount saved is miniscule and not worth worrying about. As above reducing the screen brightness makes a small difference.
Next question. Does using subtitles use energy and if so does it cost more or less than a lip reading course

[Deleted User]

VeGGie-STyLe wrote: »

Does having the TV on a lower volume make it cheaper to have on?

No, but your neighbours will be pleased!

VeGGie-STyLe

almillar wrote: »

Yes, there's literally more electrical energy being converted into moving the air via speakers, via magnets. But not so much that you would be able to notice. If you do want to save energy on an LCD, turn the backlight/brightness down, and of course, turn it off when not using it - these will be much more noticeable.

Thanks I will do that, if I can work out how.....

<--- Technologically inept.

I watch catch-up so only have it on to deliberately watch something. And I turn it off at the socket when I'm done. Can I get some sort of MSE sticker for that?

ajbell

You are an amateur.
I only watch catchup when the sun is shining and my solar panels are providing free power.

VeGGie-STyLe

ajbell wrote: »

You are an amateur.
I only watch catchup when the sun is shining and my solar panels are providing free power.

Ah cool. Which programme do you choose to watch on that annual occasion?

[Deleted User]

I bought a Sony Bravia TV a few weeks ago and I'm delighted with it but the sound isn't that loud,mind you my hearing isn't brilliant so I have the sub-titles on to keep my neighbours happy.but Currys wanted something like £180 for a 'sound bar' Now I'm not that techy so I didn't buy it having already forked out just under £300 for the TV anyway.Is this the normal price for this sort of thing ?

coffeehound

JackieO wrote: »

but Currys wanted something like £180 for a 'sound bar' Now I'm not that techy so I didn't buy it having already forked out just under £300 for the TV anyway.Is this the normal price for this sort of thing ?

Soundbars start at about £50. Yes it seems to be quite common for flat-screen TVs to have weak sound so you haven't been sold a substandard TV!

pappa_golf

VeGGie-STyLe wrote: »

Sorry just a really random question that popped into my ever-daydreaming head..... Does having the TV on a lower volume make it cheaper to have on? Would it be using less power?

:think:

the volume control is a resistor , when on low volume , all the excessive volume is being turned into heat


low volume = hot TV




honest