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


### Answer
The term **standby mode** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 6295* as follows -

> the condition in which an energy-using product—


(I) is connected to a main power source

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 6295*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 77-ENERGY CONSERVATION > SUBCHAPTER III-IMPROVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY > Part A-Energy Conservation Program for Consumer Products Other Than Automobiles**

