120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter User Manual
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1. theory of recovery including statutory contract or tort Notwithstanding the term of any limited or implied warranty or in the event that any limited warranty fails of its essential purpose in no event will Kensington s entire liability exceed the purchase price of this product Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province 14 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter Note The Adapter has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installa tion If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving2. 38007 120wDC Adptr qxd 5 25 05 G i PM Page 1 Kensington READ FIRST 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter User Manual RH ow att Un E ive Duer A dapt OC 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter 1 38007 120wDC Adptr qxd 5 25 05 11 23 PM Page 2 Congratulations Your new Kensington 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter is a highly efficient one adapter power solution for your digital devices With the Adapter you have the flexibility of powering and charging your digital device from a cigarette lighter or an airline Empower outlet The Adapter powers and charges both the newest notebooks and older legacy notebooks The Adapter delivers the correct amount of power to each digital device through a patented interchangeable tip called SmartTip SmartTips are required and sold separately See www kensington com for more information on which SmartTips are needed for your digital devices Purchasing additional SmartTips allow you to power and charge your digital devices such as notebooks iPods MP3 music players cell phones DVD players PDAs and etc To simultaneously power and charge your notebook and other digital devices use our Dual Charging Cable for Kensington Universal Power Adapters sold separately Please read this short manual to learn valuable information about the proper use and installation of your Adapter Register your new Adapter online at www kensington com register 2 120 Watt
3. Then repeat step 2 The Adapter s status light glows green when powered 4 Connect the appropriate SmartTip to the Adapter output cable and plug it into your digital device The digital device s battery will start to charge Turn on and use your digital device 10 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter NOTE Using a dirtv cigarette socket or auto connector might cause vour vehicle s battery to discharge a lower voltage incapable of powering your adapter If your Adapter does not turn on its status light does not glow green unplug it from the cigarette lighter socket and make sure both the socket and auto connector are clean and drv before reconnecting NOTE When your vehicle s engine is off most vehicle batteries will provide ample power supply to your Adapter for one to two hours The actual length of time is a function of several variables which include the age and condition of the vehicle s batterv and the power demand being placed on the vehicle s batterv bv the digital device that is being powered 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter e 11 38007 120wDC Adptr gxd 5 25 05 11 23 PM Page 12 F Air Connection Technical Support If the airline that you are traveling on provides a compatible airline in seat Technical support is available to all registered users of Kensington products power source you can use your Adapter to power your notebook or mobile There is no charge for technical support except long distance charges w
4. Universal DC Power Adapter Important Safetv Information A Warning This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for your Adapter Please carefully read this section to reduce the risk of injury and pay attention to the following e Only use recommended SmartTips and contents of this package Otherwise there is a risk of fire injury to persons or damage to personal property e This Adapter is suitable only for mobile electronic digital devices Otherwise there is a risk of electrical shock or damage to this unit or related products e SmartTips are uniquely designed If a tip does not fit in the appropriate socket this indicates that a mismatch has occurred Please refer to the SmartTip compatibility chart at www kensington com to select the correct tip for your digital device Do not force the SmartTip into your digital device it can damage the Adapter and the digital device Do not open the Adapter or make any attempt to disassemble or modify it Doing so could result in risk of injury to persons or damage to property 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter 3 38007 120wDC Adptr qxd 5 25 05 11 23 PM Page 4 General Safety Information Warning Failure to read and follow the safetv instructions in this User Manual before using and installing vour Adapter could result in serious or fatal injurv or propertv damage e Your Adapter is not a toy Keep it away from children Make
5. antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help MODIFICATIONS Modifications not expressly approved by Kensington may void the user s authority to operate the device under FCC regulations and must not be made SHIELDED CABLES In order to meet FCC requirements all connections to equipment using a Kensington input device should be made using only the shielded cable provided Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement for the Adapter The Adapter complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation As defined in Section 2 909 of the FCC Rules the responsible party for this device is Kensington Technology Group 333 Twin Dolphin Drive Sixth Floor Redwood Shores CA 94065 USA 800 535 4242 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter e 15 38007 120wDC Adptr gxd 5 25 05 11423 PM Page 16 Contacting Kensington Troubleshooting information and answers to frequently asked questions are available 24 hours a day on the Kensington Website at www support kensington com Support by Telephone Technical Support is available by telephone Please visit ww
6. deral Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement 1 Year Limited Warranty KENSINGTON TECHNOLOGY GROUP KENSINGTON warrants the PRODUCT 38007 DC Power Adapter against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for one year from the original date of purchase KENSINGTON at its option shall repair or replace the defective unit covered by this warranty Please retain the dated sales receipt as evidence of the date of purchase You will need it for any warranty service In order to keep this warranty in effect the product must have been handled and used as prescribed in the instructions accompanying this warranty This warranty does not cover any damage due to accident misuse abuse or negligence DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY The limited warranty described herein is your sole remedy To the extent permitted by law Kensington disclaims all other implied or express warranties of merchantability and or fitness for a particular purpose LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Except to the extent of repairing or replacing the Adapter as expressly stated in the limited warranty described herein Kensington shall not be liable for any damages whether direct indirect incidental special and consequential exemplary or otherwise including lost revenues lost profits loss of use of software loss recovery of data rental of replacement equipment downtime damage to property and third party claims arising out of any
7. h as a glove compartment console or in the airline seat pocket When operating your Adapter regularly check that the input and output power cables are firmly connected Loose power cables can generate harmful heat which can damage vour Adapter or mobile electronic digital device Avoid operating vour Adapter near a heat source heat vent or in direct sunlight Your Adapter should be used in temperatures between 50 80 F Do not operate vour Adapter near flammable materials or anv locations which can accumulate flammable fumes If you are running your vehicle s engine while stationary to power your mobile electronic digital device that you have connected to your Adapter do so only in a well ventilated area away from other enclosed areas Automotive vehicles emit carbon monoxide which can cause death if the vehicle s engine is running in a garage or enclosed area or near other enclosed areas Keep your Adapter dry Do not expose the Adapter to water rain or snow if it gets wet or is exposed to moisture wipe it dry immediately If damage or wear to any component of your Adapter is observed do not use your Adapter and never attempt to repair it yourself Return it to the place of purchase or have it repaired by a qualified technician Do not modify or tamper with your Adapter s external or internal components Doing so could result in serious or fatal injury or property damage It may also invalidate your Adapter s warranty 120 Wat
8. here electronic digital devices applicable Technical Support Contact information can be found on the last page of this manual 1 Remove the cigarette lighter connector to reveal the airline Empower connector hold the tab at the base of the connectors to slide the cigarette lighter connector off Technical Support Tips E EEA e You may find the answer to your problem in the Frequently Asked e cigarette lighter rd off Questions FAQ section of the Support area on the Kensington Website www kensington com e Call from a telephone where you have access to your notebook or other cigarette lighter Empower digital device connector connector Be prepared to provide the following information 2 Insert the Adapter s Empower connector into the in seat power socket usually found on the arm of your seat or under the seat The Adapter s Mame ee status light glows green when powered The name of the Kensington product 3 Connect the appropriate SmartTip to the Adapter output cable and plug it Make and model of your notebook or other digital device into the digital device Your system software and version where applicable The digital device s battery will start to charge Turn on and use your Symptoms of the problem and what led to them digital device per airline guidelines 12 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter e 13 38007 120wDC_Adptr qxd 5 25 05 11 23 PM Page 14 F Fe
9. p Label C Camera Camcorder M Cell phone D DVD player N Notebook G Portable gaming device P PDA J MP3 music player Getting Connected 1 Connect the correct SmartTip to the Adapter output cord SmartTip output cord 2 Insert the Adapter output cord into the device s power socket 3 Follow the instructions on the following pages to connect to a cigarette lighter or an airline Empower outlet 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter 9 38007 120wDC Adptr qxd 5 25 05 11 23 PM Page 10 Auto Connection A A The Universal DC Power Adapter s auto connector can be used in any vehicle with a 12V DC cigarette lighter socket such as a car truck boat or an airplane equipped with this type of power socket Make sure both the auto connector and the cigarette lighter socket are clean and dry WARNING Never jump start your vehicle with your Adapter connected to the vehicle s cigarette lighter socket Many jump start systems use extremely high voltages that can damage your Adapter circuitry 1 Remove the vehicle s cigarette lighter from its socket WARNING A cigarette lighter could be hot and burn your skin or flammable materials Allow the lighter to cool completely before storing it 2 Insert your Adapter s auto connector into the cigarette lighter socket 3 If power to the cigarette lighter socket is not already on remove the Adapter from the socket and start the vehicle s engine
10. s normal Avoid placing the Adapter in direct sunlight or next to heat sensitive materials 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter e 7 38007 120wDC_Adptr qxd 5 25 05 11 23 PM Page 8 Purchasing the Proper SmartTip for your Digital Device Make sure vou purchase the right SmartTip for vour digital device bv going to www kensington com or vour closest retail store WARNING Never use a SmartTip that is not compatible with the device vou are powering Adapter SmartTips are uniquelv designed If a SmartTip does not fit into your notebook or mobile electronic digital device this indicates that you are using the wrong tip Please refer to the SmartTips compatibility chart at www kensington com to select the correct tip for your notebook or mobile electronic digital device Forcing a SmartTip into your notebook or mobile electronic digital device can result in property damage to your Adapter notebook or mobile electronic digital device After you have purchased the SmartTip that matches your digital device you re ready to be connected Your SmartTips and Adapter power cords are color coded for your convenience The following indicate the product category by color Green Notebooks high power Yellow Entertainment devices such as iPods MP3 music players and portable DVDs mid power Blue PDAs portable gaming devices cell phones cameras and camcorders low power 8 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter SmartTi
11. sure that all persons who operate vour Adapter read and follow this User Manual e Your Adapter should only be used with Kensington approved accessories Using your Adapter with non approved accessories may result in serious or fatal injury or property damage e Never use your Adapter with a multi output cigarette plug splitter or exten der cable These devices can cause your Adapter s cigarette input cable to become very hot and may result in serious or fatal injury or property damage e Never attempt to use your Adapter to power any device that require more than 120 Watts of peak input power e Your Adapter is suitable only for use with mobile electronic digital devices Using your Adapter with other electronic devices may result in serious or fatal injury or property damage e To avoid potential property damage disconnect input power to your Adapter when it is not in use Do not leave your Adapter or any device operating unattended in a vehicle e Your Adapter may become hot during operation To prevent serious or fatal injury or property damage provide adequate ventilation and refrain from placing items on or around your Adapter during operation 4 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter In order to disperse the heat generated while operating vour Adapter keep it well ventilated While in use maintain several inches around the top and sides of the Adapter Never operate vour Adapter inside a closed or confined space suc
12. t Universal DC Power Adapter e 5 38007 120wDC_Adptr qxd 5 25 05 11 23 PM Page 6 Features The Adapter offers many features 1 One adapter power solution for your digital needs 2 Compatible with most major notebooks and digital devices 3 Efficient power providing up to 120W of peak power 4 Safety features include over voltage temperature and short circuit protection 5 Compact and lightweight your mobile power needs in one slim package Technical Specifications Input voltage 12 to 16 Volts DC Output voltage 0 to 24 Volts DC Output current 6 Amps maximum Output power Up to 120 Watts Unit dimensions 3 7 Lx 2 06 W x 0 61 H Weight 2 6 Ounces DC input cable 18 D DC power output cable 3 6 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter Contents e Adapter Adapter input and output cables e User Manual e Travel bag This Adapter has a shorter input cable that connects to a cigarette lighter socket The longer cable connects to your digital device Using your Adapter A Once connected your battery will automatically charge regardless of whether your digital device is turned on or off NOTE We recommend that you use the Adapter only with batteries for your notebook and digital device that meet or exceed the original manufacture s specifications CAUTION Like the power adapter that originally came with your digital device the Adapter may get warm to the touch during use This i
13. w kensington com for hours U S and Canada 800 535 4242 Mexico 52 55 5384 0620 BRANDS Kensington Technology Group ACCO Europe PLC ACCO Canada Inc 333 Twin Dolphin Drive Gatehouse Road 5 Precidio Court Sixth Floor Avlesburv Brampton Ontario L6S 6B7 Redwood Shores CA 94065 Bucks HP19 8DT CANADA USA UNITED KINGDOM www kensington com This manual is copyright 2005 Kensington Technology Group a division of ACCO Brands Inc Any unauthorized copying duplicating or other reproduction of the contents hereof is prohibited without written consent from Kensington Technology Group All rights reserved 5 05 Kensington is a registered US trademark of ACCO World Corporation with issued registrations and pending applications in other countries throughout the world SmartTip is a trademark of Comarco Wireless Technologies Inc Apple and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc All other registered and unregistered trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners Protected under US Patent 5 838 554 6 091 611 6 172 884 6 266 261 6 693 413 6 707 284 6 831 848 Other US and Foreign Patents Pending CE FE 16 120 Watt Universal DC Power Adapter VCCI RTCA DO 160D 021736 901 1652 01
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