Save money off
your energy
bills and
reduce your
carbon footprint
with the Desktop Computer Intelliplug. This eco-friendly plug
automatically switches off
all
computer peripherals at the mains when you leave your computer on
standby.
Say Goodbye to Standby
The Intelliplug automatically switches off peripheral computer
equipment, such as the monitor, printer, scanner, and speakers, when
the computer is not in use. This includes both when you
switch the
computer off and when the computer goes into standby mode.
You can leave your computer during your lunchbreak; when your computer
goes into standby mode, the monitor, the printer and the speakers will
switch off at the mains. When you return to your work,
they'll
all automatically switch back on.
The Intelliplug is easy to set up – simply plug it in.
It uses auto-calibration to work out your computer's individual energy
modes. This means it always knows when your computer is on
standby, and
powers down
peripheral equipment at the right time, every
time.
With a five second reaction time, you won't be left waiting around for
your equipment to power up.
Slash your energy bills
A
computer plug with
an
automatic power switch
means no more
wasted power.
Computer equipment left on standby uses an average of 35 watts of
energy per hour, costing your money and increasing your carbon
footprint. The Intelliplug uses just 0.4 watts per hour.
Saving every possible watt of energy is becoming increasingly important
in the fight against
global
warming,
and as
energy bills
rise. Recent research by price comparison site uSwitch.com
found
energy bills have doubled in the last five years.
Half a million Intelliplugs and Intellipanels have already been sold,
saving an estimated 23 million tonnes of carbon emissions.
Give Your Computer a
Longer Life
Using the Desktop Intelliplug will prolong the life of your computer
equipment. Research shows that leaving computer equipment on
standby reduces equipment lifespan by an average of 15%, as well as
creating an unnecessary fire risk.
In addition, the Intelliplug automatically works out the optimum amount
of power to send to your computer equipment to create the least amount
of circuit stress. This lengthens the life of components,
making
your computer less likely to break down.
Built-in surge protection protects your computer against power surges
and spikes. The Intelliplug includes a thermal fuse to
protect
against catastrophic power spikes.
Keeping your computer in tip-top condition is good for the environment.
The longer a computer lasts, the longer it stays out of landfill.
Works with Standard Cables
The Desktop Computer Intelliplug has three sockets and is designed for
use in conjunction with standard extension cables
Please note: the Desktop
Computer
Intelliplug is not suitable for use with laptop computers. If
you
have a laptop computer, see the Laptop
Computer Intellipanel.
Technical Specifications
- Manufactured and Developed by: OneClick Technologies
- Expected Lifespan: 15 years. Includes 1 year
warranty
against faulty workmanship
- Recommended by Energy Saving Trust
- Tested to British Standards; RoHS compliant
- Includes 3 sockets – Master (for computer) and 2 peripheral
sockets
- Total Maximum Output: 13 Amps
FAQs
My Desktop IntelliPlug™
doesn’t seem
to be working?
We have found on numerous occasions (and
we include
ourselves in this) that the labyrinth of cables we hide behind our
computers can get a bit muddled up. It is very important that the
computer (not the monitor) is plugged into the mains socket, so it
might be worth checking that before we go any further! You might want
to check the Desktop Computer configuration instructions again. Please
ensure all of the connected plugs/extensions
are seated properly, if they aren’t pushed all the way in they may not
be connecting correctly.
My peripherals do not
switch off when
my PC goes into standby mode!
Some PCs use as much power when in S1
standby mode
as in normal operating mode. Please try setting standby mode to S3 mode
in your BIOS or making sure you turn your PC off fully.
Why are my peripherals
switching on
and off intermittently?
In order to fully calibrate the Desktop
IntelliPlug™
you may need to switch off your computer after you have switched it on
for the first time. The IntelliPlug™ uses something called Auto
Calibration. In order for this to work properly your computer must go
through an on and off cycle. The IntelliPlug™ will then learn to adapt
to your computers’ unique patterns of energy consumption. You might
want to see the Re-set instructions again.
Can I use my Desktop
Computer with a
Laptop IntelliPlug™?
We do not recommend it because the
Desktop
IntelliPlug™ works by sensing the current used by the Master Device.
Batteries inside laptops often use more power during the charging cycle
than when in active use, this confuses the Auto Calibration technology.
The only time a Desktop IntelliPlug™ should be used with a laptop is
when the internal battery has been removed, however we recommend using
USB105.
Can I use my TV/Audio
Visual system
with the Desktop IntelliPlug™?
Yes, you may want to check the TV/AV
configuration
instructions. You can use a Television or Audio Visual amplifier as the
Master Device. However, the Master Socket on the Desktop IntelliPlug™
is permanently powered, this means only your peripheral equipment will
be switched off. The best product for you in this instance is the
TVA105.
This IntelliPlug™ will enable you to switch off your
peripherals and your Master Device.
Does the Desktop
IntelliPlug™ switch
power off to my computer?
No, the computer will be permanently
powered. Modern
computers use a tiny amount of electricity in standby (normally less
than 1 watt). Collectively, however, peripheral equipment is
responsible for lots of wasted electricity. Primarily because
peripheral devices are never switched off. If you would like to switch
your computer off completely you may use our
TVAIMP205
in computer
configuration mode. To see how much energy your peripherals might be
wasting visit our research page.
Does switching my
Computer and
peripherals on and off reduce the lifespan of the system?
No. Things have moved on in leaps and
bounds since
the old days and the performance of modern electrical components is no
longer compromised by turning appliances on and off (so we don’t have
an excuse for not doing it!).
The Desktop IntelliPlug™
switches
power on and off after a delay of a few seconds, is this normal?
Absolutely, we called it the
IntelliPlug™ for a
reason, it will only allow power to be sent to your equipment once it
has ensured that power really is required. It does this by continuously
measuring the flow of electricity actually being used so it’s nothing
to worry about!
Does the IntelliPlug™
have surge
protection?
Yes, it has surge protection for the
Master Device
and all peripherals.
What is the life
expectancy of the
Desktop IntelliPlug™?
We’re big believers in producing quality
innovations
and we think selling poor quality products to our customers is
unacceptable. We have designed the IntelliPlug™ to last for more than 1
million cycles, that’s down to hard wearing parts and technical
innovation. You can use the Desktop IntelliPlug™ more than 180 times a
day and it should still work for more than 15 years. It will pay for
itself many times over and we think that’s only fair! Even our original
panel is still working after 18 years and you can imagine how much
we’ve put that through!
Can the Desktop
IntelliPlug™ damage my
equipment?
No. We wouldn’t supply you with a
product that we
weren’t 100% happy with. The OneClick products can actually help your
equipment last longer, by reducing stress to the components when you
switch the peripherals on and off. This is down to our patented Zero
Crossing Detection.
If I use some of the
power saving
options on my computer, such as Hibernation Mode, how will the Desktop
IntelliPlug™ react?
All OneClick devices automatically
detect the low
power state and so shut down all peripherals connected to the panel. As
soon as you re-activate the computer your peripherals will
automatically come to life. You won’t have to lift a finger!
One of my peripherals
switches off but
does not switch back on, why is this?
In very few instances, some peripherals
have soft
switches, which automatically default to ‘off’ in the event of a power
cut. We’re sorry but in this instance you will have to manually switch
the power on to this device. (The IntelliPlug™ is clever but we haven’t
found a way for it to physically turn things on yet…but we are working
on it!)
Do I need a separate
remote control to
operate the Desktop IntelliPlug™?
No. We don’t believe in wasting money
and resources
so we designed the IntelliPlug™ to detect the fall in current when you
switch your Master device off, only then, will the IntelliPlug™ power
down your peripherals automatically.
I have more than two
peripheral
devices that I need to plug into the Desktop IntelliPlug™, how do I
achieve this?
All you need to do is use the
IntelliPlug™ in
conjunction with a trailing socket or adaptor (the ones we all have
lying around the house). We have tried to make our products as
versatile and as adaptable as possible, by using the IntelliPlug™ in
this way you won’t have wasted any money on those trailing
sockets/adaptors and you’re saving electricity. There’s no need to
worry about safety, our products are designed to meet British
Standards, which means that they are entirely safe to use in this
manner. Doesn’t that feel good?
Can I plug more than 1
device into the
Master Socket?
We do not advise plugging more than one
device into
the Master Socket as this may confuse the Auto Calibration system.
OneClick is currently developing an IntelliPlug™ with two Master
sockets. We hope to launch this in the future so please keep checking
our website for news.
I have a USB Hub with
LED’s which is
powered by the Desktop IntelliPlug™. When I switch off the computer the
LED’s on my mouse, keyboard and USB Hub stay on. Why?
The mouse, keyboard and USB Hub are
connected to the
USB socket of the computer. These sockets are permanently powered and
so may cause the LED’s to illuminate, it’s nothing to worry about.
