Meade LXPS 18 Lithium Users guide

LXPS 18 Lithium Portable Power Supply

Product #606004

CAUTION! Only use this battery as instructed. Damage or misuse of this battery
can result in injury. While this battery has built-in fail safes including, short-circuit,
overheat, and overcharge protection, you should take the following precautions:

• Do not short-circuit the battery. To avoid short-circuiting, keep the connectors
away from metal objects such as coins, keys, hairpins, etc.

• Do not heat the battery, dispose of it in re, water, or other liquids. Avoid
high temperatures and direct sunlight whenever possible.

• Children should only use under adult supervision.

• Do not drop or place heavy objects on the battery.

• Disconnect the charger when fully charged. Do not leave the charger plugged
into the battery.

• Do not cover the battery when in use.

• The battery may become hot when charging. This is normal. Use caution

when handling.

Congratulations on your purchase of the LXPS 18 Portable Power Supply. This versatile power
supply is ideal for powering your Meade goto telescope, accessories, as well as convenient
items like your smartphone. The built-in AC inverter allows you to power your laptop or other AC­powered devices. The lithium-ion battery chemistry provides superior longevity over standard
lead acid battery types. Please read these instructions for proper use of your power supply.

Included Items

1. LXPS 18 Battery

2. AC Power Charger (US only)

3. Cigarette Lighter Car Charger

4. Cigarette Lighter Adapter

5. Telescope Power Cable

(plugs into Cigarette Lighter Adapter)

LED Light Switch

On/O Power Switch

Charge Input Port

Retractable Carry Handle

Red LED Spotlight

Charging

Plug the supplied AC Power Charger to a standard 110V outlet and into the Charge
Input Port located on the back of your LXPS 18. An LED will light up around the Charge
Input Port when charging, and the Status Display will show the charge status of the
battery. If you do not have access to an AC outlet, you can use the Cigarette Lighter
Car Charger to charge the LXPS 18 from your car.

Powering Your Telescope

1. Plug the supplied Cigarette Lighter Adapter into one of the 12V “DC Out” ports.
This powers most telescopes and accessories which use 12V DC, and center
positive polarity.

2. Plug the Telescope Power Cable into the Cigarette Lighter Adapter and plug into
the power port of your telescope. The Telescope Power Cable barrel connector is
center positive, with a 5.5mm outside diameter and 2.5mm inside diameter.

3. Flip the On/O Power Switch (located at the back of the LXPS 18) on, then press
the DC Output Power Button on the front of the LXPS 18 located below the Status
Display.