Radio Shack 273-1687 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read before using this equipment.

2002 RadioShack Corporation.

RadioShack and RadioShack.com are trademarks

used by RadioShack Corporation.

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FCC Statement ........... 2

Adjusting the Output

FCC Statement

Voltage ........................ 4

Selecting the

Adaptaplug ................. 5

Troubleshooting .......... 8

Care ............................10

Service and Repair .....10

Compatible

Computers ..................11

Specifications .............22

To reduce the risk the of fire

WARNING:

or shock hazard, do not expose this produc t to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

CAUTION:

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

The lightning symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within this

product’s enclosure that might be of

sufficient magnitude to constitute a

risk of electric shock. Do not o pen the product’s case.

The exclamation symbol is intended to inform you that important operating and maintenance instructions

are included in the literature acc om panying this product.

Your RadioShack 80 Watt Univeral AC/ DC Notebook Adapter is designed to power popular brand notebook computers which require DC input from 12V to 24V, with AC power input ranging from 100V to 240V. It can also power other devices within this range, using the appropriate Adaptaplug adapter. The power adapter features overload and short circuit protection to protect it from damage.

The adapter comes with an AC power cord, a zipper pouch for handy carrying, six standard Adaptaplugs, and two custom plugs to fit several different models of Dell laptop computers. To use this power adapter in countries other than the USA, use a foreign voltage plug adapter (not supplied, available at your local RadioShack store or online at RadioShack.com) of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

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This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

. Operation is subject to the

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including interference that may cause

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Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by RadioShack may cause interference and void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

undesired operation." This equipment has been tested and

found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 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 interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 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:

FCC Rules

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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FCC Statement

Consult your local RadioShack store if the problem still exists.

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• Do not use the adapter to power a device that exceeds the 80W maximum power rating.

• Make sure the adapter is disconnected from the AC outlet and your computer before adjusting its voltage

Adjusting the Output Voltage

setting.

• Make sure you set the power adapter to the proper voltage before you connect the power adapter to an input power source.

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The notation “V DC” might not be indicated. Instead, the international symbol might be used.

Your power adapter is ETL listed to UL standards and meets all applicable FCC standards.

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1. Determine the required output voltage setting of the power adapter by one of the following four methods:

• Refer to “Compatible

• Note the voltage indication

• Review the power or ID plate on

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Computers” on Page 11 for voltage, tip color, and polarity settings.

marked next to the input jack on the device to be powered.

followed

V DC

18V

Example:

Vin = 18V DC

the device to be powered. Look for the word

“INPUT”

by a number and Example:

INPUT: 18V DC

• Review the power or ID plate on

the AC power adapter usually used to power the device. Look for the word

“OUTPUT”

followed

by a number and Example:

If the power adapter or computer indicates a voltage range, use the voltage closest to the mid-range. Example: set the power supply to 13V DC.

In rare cases when the voltage setting is between whole numbers, such as 15.5V DC, use the lower setting first (15V DC). If the device does not seem to operate properly, readjust it to the higher value (16V DC).

2. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to rotate

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output voltage.

OUTPUT: 18V DC

OUTPUT: 10–16V DC

VOLTS 12/13/14/15/16/17/18/

to the desired

V DC.

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The power adapter comes with six Adaptaplugs and two Dell custom plugs. The Adaptaplug colors and sizes are:

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• Blue (M) — 5.5 × 2.1 mm

• White (N) — 5.5 × 2.5 mm

Selecting the Adaptaplug

• Y ellow (D) — 5.5 × 3.3 mm with 1.4 mm pin

• Green (Q) — 6.3 × 3 mm

• Y ellow (T) — 6.5 × 4.3 mm with 1.9 mm pin

• Orange (H) — 3.4 × 1.3 mm

1. Refer to “Compatible Computers” on Page 11 or examine the output connector of your computer’s AC adapter and compare it to the Adaptaplugs supplied with your power adapter.

2. Select the Adaptaplug that resembles the original plug and test it by temporarily inserting it into the device to be powered. Th e center contact or pin must be the correct size to ensure proper electrical contact. If it is too small or large, additional Adaptaplugs are available from your local RadioShack store.

3. Connect the Adaptaplug to the output socket at the end of the power adapter’s cord.

If the tip on the device’s power jack is positive, align

+ (positive)

marked on the Adaptaplug to TIP marked on the output socket. If the

tip on the device’s power jack is

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If the polarity symbol is not displayed on the device to be powered, it might appear on an ID plate on the computer power supply or the original power adapter (see “Compatible Computers” on Page 11).

negative, align – (negative) to TIP.

TIP –

TIP +

If you use the special Dell plug, align TIP on the Dell pl ug with TIP marked on the output socket.

4. Insert the Adaptaplug into the device to be powered, then insert

Selecting the Adaptaplug

Troubleshooting

the supplied AC power cord into the AC jack on the adapter. Plug the other end of the AC power cord into a standard AC outlet. The green indicator lights.

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Save your data frequently! If you operate your notebook computer after removing its internal battery, an interruption in power might result in an immediate computer shutdown and possible data loss. Such a power interruption could be caused by accidentally disconnecting either end of the power adapter.

After making the connections described above, check the power adapter’s cord. If it is hanging loosely or if it is positioned so that it could be damaged, wind the excess cord around the adapter — the large grooves on the top and bottom of the adapter help hold the cord in place. When the cord is the length you want, slide the cord clip down the cord until it is next to the part of the cord you wrapped around the adapter. Then, press the clip over one piece of the wound cord to hold the cord in place.

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Some notebook computers have power supplies in excess of the rating of this power adapter (80 watts). In most cases, this higher rating is used to both charge a completely discharged battery and power the computer at the same time. This power adapter can be used for such applications, but it is recommended that the computer’s

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