Frequently Asked Questions
7.What is TCO?
TCO is a Swedish abbreviation for the Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees.
8.What is MPR?
MPR is a Swedish abbreviation for the Swedish National Board of Measurement and Testing.
9.What are the differences between MPRII, TCO92, TCO95, and TCO99?
In the general hierarchy of standards, TCO99 is the highest level of certification. Next is TCO95, which is "better" than TCO92, which, in turn, is better than MPRII. Below, we compare the standards in each category.
Emissions:
MPRII: Set low emission rules for visual displays.
TCO92: Imposed more stringent standards than MPRII.
TCO95: Further toughened TCO92 rules.
TCO99: Delineated even more severe standards and test procedures than TCO95.
Safety:
MPRII: No requirement.
TCO92/95/99: All set requirements.
Energy Saving:
MPRII: No requirement.
TCO92: Standby mode < 30W, Off mode < 8W
TCO95: Standby mode < 30W, Off mode < 8W
TCO99: Standby mode < 15W, Off mode < 5W
Visual Ergonomics:
MPRII: No requirement.
TCO92: No requirement.
TCO95: Set ergonomic rules including minimum contrast level, flicker and jitter.
TCO99: Tightened TCO95 rules.
Ecology:
MPRII: No requirement.
TCO92: No requirement.
TCO95: Set general ecological standards including recycling preparation, environmental policy and environmental certification.
TCO99: Further tightened TCO95 norms.
10. How do I enable the energy saving function?
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