How to: Energy saving with the Audioserver: Pioneering Sustainability & Energy Management
???? As?smart technology increasingly becomes part of our buildings, multiroom audio installations have become a staple in commercial settings (think shops, cafes, clothing stores, offices, restaurants and so much more) and are growing in number in residential too. But, as we embrace the ease and ambiance of multiroom?audio, are?traditional amplifiers the most energy efficient solution? Let's delve into a solution that harmonises sound quality with energy consciousness... the Loxone Audioserver.?
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?? The Energy Challenge in Multiroom Audio Systems:?
Class A and B amplifiers are?traditional choices for implementing an audio solution, but they are notorious for their inefficiency; consuming a lot of power and generating heat. Even in standby mode, like for many hours overnight, they continue to draw significant amounts of energy, which soon adds up in your?electricity bills.?
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?? Sound Quality vs Energy Efficiency:?
The dilemma has always been choosing between sound quality (Class A) and energy efficiency (Class B), with each having its own drawbacks. This presents a challenge in creating a multiroom audio installation that is both acoustically rich and energy efficient.?
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?? Introducing the Loxone Audioserver:?
The Loxone Audioserver emerges as a groundbreaking solution. It's a Class D amplifier that offers the best of both worlds: being over 90% energy efficiency whilst at the same time maintaining great sound quality, this means that almost all of the power being consumed actually goes to playing the audio. This contrasts sharply with the 25-30% efficiency of Class A and 50-70% of Class B amplifiers, with the rest essentially being wasted through heat dissipation.?
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?? Real-World Impact:?
Loxone in the UK’s office is an impressive demonstration of this energy efficiency with the Audioserver. With 6 speakers being connected to the Audioserver, it draws about 1-2 watts per speaker in normal?background audio levels, and even at full volume, the consumption per speaker remains remarkably low. This is especially significant in commercial spaces where audio plays a continuous role in the environment and is often playing for long hours.?
One such example in the hospitality industry is a Audioserver retrofit in a Mandarin Oriental Hotel. With just a simple swap of their old music amplifier to the Audioserver we have identified potential savings of approximately ￡5,500 on their hotel energy bills annually. ?
(*Refer to Case Study: Mandarin Oriental Hotel).?
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?? Audioserver in Action:?
The?Audioserver’s energy efficiency vs its competitors is incredible – you can operate over 20 speakers simultaneously whilst using?less power than a single channel of a Class A or B amplifier would consume on idle.?
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?? Beyond Just Music:?
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The Audioserver isn't limited to music. Integrated into the Loxone automation and building management system, it can handle alarms, announcements, and more. Coupled with Presence Sensors, it intelligently plays music only when needed, further enhancing energy efficiency. All Out and Night modes ensure complete shutdown of not just the audio but the whole space (ie lighting, appliances, etc)?when?unoccupied.?
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?? The Essence of Smart Audio:?
With the Loxone Audioserver, there’s no need to compromise. Users enjoy rich, clear sound without increased energy bills because of its usage. It's a step forward in making our living and working spaces smarter, more sustainable, and energy efficient.?
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We would like to hear from you – let us know your thoughts on how you perceive the evolution of audio systems in terms of energy efficiency and user experience? Share your experiences by commenting below, emailing us or giving us a ring.?
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Read our 'How to' article here: https://www.loxone.com/enen/kb/audioserver-energy-saving/?
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Want to read more about Loxone? Click here: https://www.loxone.com/enen/? ?
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Want to get Loxone installed in your building? Fill out this form: https://www.loxone.com/enen/info/book-project-consultation/? ?
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Read more about the Loxone Audioserver here: https://shop.loxone.com/enuk/audioserver.html ?
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