The power-saving mode works so far as desired, thus automatically switches in and out of standby as needed. The only connection is so far a desktop computer. I have one of them plugged into a power strip which directly into the wall so go without cable.
In operation and in standby every time it is lit to hear a faint beeping in complete silence. So it struck me even until the second night but as soon as I hear it, it is unmistakably like the ticking of a clock. The outlet is however also directly at the bed.