Additional power use for cable tv +net with converter box ?

Question

I recently switched to cable tv ,internet & telephone. i now have 2 tv converter boxes + "modem box"(?) on 24/7.

i did not have that equipment before.

my electric use is up 1.5 kw a day vs last year since the change.

at first i blamed it on a warmer summer. but the last few weeks have been mild and the new bill today is still higher.

did changing and the new equipment cause the extra electric use ?

Answer 1

look at the back of each device.  it will show you a current rating and usage, exmple  45 watts.

Add em up... Whats strange is that they draw  power even when turned off..some even more when off.  

use a power strip with an on off switch so you can turn them all off when not in use.  

Turn them all on watch your electric meter spin.

Unplug them and watch it spin.  The difference is your savings.