### Question
How is the term standby mode defined?


### Answer
The term **standby mode** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 6291* as the following:

> the lowest power consumption mode, as established on an individual product basis by the Secretary, that—


(A) cannot be switched off or influenced by the user

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 6291*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 77-ENERGY CONSERVATION > SUBCHAPTER III-IMPROVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY > Part A-Energy Conservation Program for Consumer Products Other Than Automobiles**

