Radio Shack 80 Watt High-Power, 80 Watt High-Power Notebook Computer AC Power Adapter Owner's Manual

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80 Watt High-Power Notebook Computer AC Power Adapter

Owner’s Manual

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Contents

Features ................................................................................. 5

Operation ............................................................................... 6

Adjusting the Output Voltage ........................................... 6

Selecting the Adaptaplug ................................................. 7

Troubleshooting .................................................................. 10

Care ............................................................... ... ... .......... 12

Compatible Computers ...................................................... 13

Specifications ..................................................... ................ 23

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WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard,

do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN.

CAUTION:

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

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

This symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do not open the product’s case.

This symbol is intended to inform you that important operating and maintenance instructions are

included in the literature accompanying this product.

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules

. Operation is subject to the following 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.

Warning:

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

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply

with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of

FCC Rules

the

. 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 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Consult your local RadioShack store if the problem still exists. Your power adapter is ETL listed to UL standards and meets all

applicable FCC standards.

Features

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

The power adapter comes with an AC power cord, a zipper pouch for handy carrying, five standard Adaptaplugs, and a custom plug to fit several different models of Compaq computers.

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laptop

™

Important:

the USA, use a foreign voltage plug adapter (not supplied) available at your local RadioShack store of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

To use this power adapter in countries other than

Features

Operation

ADJUSTING THE OUTPUT V O LTAGE

Cautions:

• 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 setting.

Caution:

voltage before you connect the power adapter to an input power source.

Follow these steps to adjust the output voltage.

1. Determine the required output voltage setting of the power

Make sure you set the power adapter to the proper

adapter by one of the following four methods:

• Refer to “Compatible Computers” on Page 13 for volt-

age, tip color, and polarity settings.

• Note the voltage indication marked next to the input jack

on the device to be powered. Example:

18V DC

• Review the power or ID plate on the device to be p ow-

ered. Look for the word and

V DC

. Example:

“INPUT”

INPUT: 18V DC

Operation

Vin = 18V DC

followed by a number

• 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

OUTPUT: 18V DC

V DC.

Example:

If the power adapter or computer indicates a voltage range, use the voltage closest to the mid-range. Example:

PUT: 10–16V DC

Note:

The specific notation “V DC” might

; set the power supply to 13V DC.

OUT-

not be indicated. Instead, the international symbol shown to the right might be used.

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-bladed screwdriver to rotate

16/17/18/19/20/21/22/23/24

to the desired output voltage.

VOLTS 12/13/14/15/

SELECTING THE ADAPTAPLUG

The power adapter comes with five Adaptaplugs and a Compaq custom plug. The Adaptaplug colors and sizes are:

• Blue (M) — 5.5 × 2.1 mm

• White (N) — 5.5 × 2.5 mm

• Yellow (D) — 5.5 × 3.3 mm

• Green (Q) — 6.3 × 3 mm

• Yellow (T) — 6.6 × 4.3 mm

Operation

1. Refer to “Compatible Computers” on Page 13 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 p owered. It is important that the center contact or pin be the correct size to ensure proper electrical contact. If it is too small or large, additional Adaptaplugs are available from your RadioShack store.

Some computer models require the special Compaq plug.

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

TIP

itive) marked on the Adaptaplug to

marked on the out-

(pos-

put socket. If the tip on the device’s power jack is negative, align – (negative) to

TIP

. Then insert the Adaptaplug into the

device’s power jack.

TIP –

Operation

TIP +

If you use the special Compaq plug, align paq plug with

Note:

If the polarity symbol is not displayed on the device

TIP

marked on the output socket.

TIP

on the Com-

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 13).

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

Note:

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.

Caution:

book computer after removing its internal battery, an inte rruption in power might result in an immediate computer shutdown and possible data loss. Such a power interruption could be

Save your data frequently! If you operate your note-

Operation

caused by accidentally disconnecting either end of the power adapter.

Troubleshooting

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 battery be recharged before using this adapter to operate the computer.

Caution:

patible Computers” on Page 13), the power adapter’s 80 watt rating must be equal to or greater than the requirement of the device to be powered.

You should remove your computer’s battery only under the following conditions:

Note:

it.

Except as noted for notebook computers (see “Com-

• The computer automatically shuts down while you try to power it with the AC adapter.

• The computer’s rating label states that the computer requires greater than 80 watts and the computer ’s battery is completely discharged.

If the computer’s battery is fully charged, do not remove

Troubleshooting

Cautions:

• Always turn off the computer before you remove its battery.

• Be careful when removing your computer’s battery because some laptop computers do not have batteries designed for frequent removal.

In the unlikely event of insufficient power, you may encounter slower battery charging time or automatic shutdown of the power adapter. In case of automatic shutdown, try one or more of these steps to reset the adapter:

• Completely recharge the battery before using the computer. Use the power adapter to charge the battery, but do not operate the computer during charging.

• If the battery is easily removable, remove it from the computer to eliminate the power requirement for recharging.

Note:

The power adapter can be used to charge the battery in your notebook computer by connecting it to the computer with the battery installed, and leaving the computer turned off.

Caution:

If the indicator turns off while the power adapter is in use, the output current is beyond the specification and the overload/short circuit protection activates. Disconnect the adapter from AC power, then unplug the adapter from the device. Reconnect the power adapter to the AC power. If the indicator still fails to light, take the adapter to your local RadioShack store for assistance. If the indicator is on, reconnect the adapter to yo ur laptop. If the indicator turns off, your laptop is exceeding the 80W rating of the adapter (see “Troubleshooting” on Page 10).

Troubleshooting

CARE

Keep the power adapter dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the power adapter only in normal temperature environments. Handle the power adapter carefully; do not drop it. Keep the power adapter away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.

Modifying or tampering with the power adapter’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. If your power adapter is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.

Troubleshooting

Compatible Computers

The 80 Watt High-Power Notebook Computer AC Power Adapter is compatible with all notebook computers listed in the following table. The table is not necessarily comprehensive, though, so your notebook computer could work with this adapter even though it is not listed. Verify it against your computer’s original power supply, as manufacturing changes are sometimes mad e in mid-production. As long as the voltage and power requirements of your computer are satisfied by this Power Adapter, you can use it to power the computer. Many size s of Adaptaplugs are available from your local RadioShack store if the size you need is not supplied with the adapter.

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

Acer 1100LX 18 White NEG ALR Venture 16 21 White POS ALR Venture 386SX 21 White POS Altec Lansing Multimedia CD-ROM 12 Blue POS AST Advantage 486sx/25 21 Blue NEG AST Advantage Explorer 21 Blue NEG AST Advantage Notebooks 21 Blue NEG AST Ascentia 800 19 White POS AST Ascentia 800N 19 White POS AST Ascentia 810N 19 White POS AST Ascentia 950N 18 Blue POS AST Ascentia P Series 19 White POS AST Bravo Notebooks 14 Green POS

Compatible Computers

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

AST BravoL/CDX2-66 21 Blue NEG AST Explorer Notebooks 14 Green POS Atari Stacy 17 Blue NEG CAF 386SX 18 White POS Canon 200LS 19 Blue POS Canon BJ-30 13 Green POS Canon BJC-70 13 Green POS Canon Innova NoteJet 486 20 Green POS Canon InnovaBook 1000 20 Green POS Canon InnovaBook 350CD 20 White POS Canon InnovaBook 350P 20 White POS Canon InnovaBook 475 20 White POS Coax Coax 386SX 21 White POS Coax SmartBook V-Star 19 Blue POS Coax Ultrathin 386SX/20 19 White POS Compaq 5300 18 Blue POS Compaq Armada M300 18.5 Yellow POS Compaq Concerto 4/25 18 Green POS Compaq Concerto 4/33 18 Green POS Compaq Contura 3/20 18 Green POS Compaq Contura 3/25 18 Green POS Compaq Contura 3/25C 18 Green POS Compaq Contura 4/25 18 Green POS Compaq Contura 4/25C 18 Green POS Compaq Contura 4/25CX 18 Green POS

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Compatible Computers

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

Compaq Contura 430C 17 Blue POS Compaq Contura Aero 18 Blue POS Compaq Presario 305 18.5 Yellow POS Compaq Presario 1900 24 Special N/A Compaq Presario — All But 305 &

1900 CompuAdd Companion 15 Green POS CTX International EasyBook 18 White POS Data Point 4808J 19 White POS DEC PC425SE 21 Blue NEG Decision Mate 486SLC 19 White POS Decision Mate Decision Mate SX 19 White POS Dell 325SLI 12 Blue POS Dell Latitude 425 14 Green POS Dell Latitude 433 14 Green POS Dell Latitude 433C 14 Green POS Dell NL320SLI 12 Blue POS EPS EPS Notebook 20 White POS Epson ActionNote 4000 15 White POS Epson ActionNote 700 15 White POS Epson ActionNote 700C 15 White POS Epson ActionNote 800 19 White POS Epson ActionNote 866 19 White POS Epson ActionNote 866C 19 White POS Epson ActionNote 880C 19 White POS Epson ActionNote 880CX 19 White POS

18 White POS

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Compatible Computers

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

Epson ActionNote 888CX 19 White POS Epson ActionNote 895CX 19 White POS Everex DesigNote 20 White POS Everex StepNote 486 20 White POS Fora NBL386S 19 White POS Goldstar GS520 18 White POS Hewlett Packard OmniBook 300 12 Blue NEG Hewlett Packard OmniBook 425 12 Blue NEG Hewlett Packard OmniBook 430 12 Blue NEG Hewlett Packard OmniBook 530 12 Blue NEG Hewlett Packard OmniBook 600 12 Blue NEG Hewlett Packard OmniBook 600C 12 Blue NEG Hewlett Packard Vectra LS12 17 Blue NEG Honeywell AP-L 17 Blue NEG Hyundai Neuron 433SLC 15 White POS IBM PS/2 L40SX 15 Green POS IBM PS/2 N33SX 15 Green POS IBM ThinkPad 350 15 Green POS IBM ThinkPad 350C 15 Green POS IBM ThinkPad 365ED 16 White POS IBM ThinkPad 560 16 White POS IBM ThinkPad 700 15 Green POS IBM ThinkPad 700C 15 Green POS IBM ThinkPad 701 C 16 White POS IBM ThinkPad 701CS 16 White POS

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Compatible Computers

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

IBM ThinkPad 720 15 Green POS IBM ThinkPad 720C 15 Green POS Keynote Notebook (ADP-38AB) 19 Blue POS Librex Adapter SCO2P 12 Blue POS Librex Adapter SPCE813 15 Blue POS Magitronic NoteBook w/CD 20 White POS Mitac 40235XT 17 Green POS Mitsuba Ninja 12-1 17 Blue POS MPC M700 18 White POS NBCC 386SX Notebook 21 White POS NBCC 386SX/20 Notebook 21 White POS NBCC 386SXN Notebook 21 White POS NEC UltraLite Versa 550D 19 White POS Packard Bell PB286LP 17 Blue POS Polaroid Hand Scanner 14 Blue POS ProStar Pentium 20 White POS Sharp PC3010 19 White POS Sharp PC3020 19 White POS Sharp PC3030 19 White POS Sharp PC3050 19 White POS Sharp PC3060 19 White POS Sharp PC3070 19 White POS Sharp PC5500 17 Green POS Sharp PC5541 17 Green POS Sharp PC5700 17 Green POS

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Compatible Computers

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

Sharp PC5741 17 Green POS Sharp PC6200 15 Green POS Sharp PC6220 15 Green POS Sharp PC6541 15 Green POS Sharp PC6700 15 Green POS Sharp PC6781 15 Green POS Sharp PC6800 15 Green POS Sharp PC6900 15 Green POS Sharp PC9020 18 Blue POS Tandy 1400FD 15 Blue NEG Tandy 1400HD 15 Blue NEG Tandy 140XT 15 Blue NEG Texas Instruments Extensa 450 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 450T 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 510 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 515 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 550 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 550CD 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 550CDT 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 555 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 555CD 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 565CD 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 570CDT 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 575CD 20 White POS Texas Instruments Extensa 575CD 20 White POS

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Compatible Computers

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

Texas Instruments LT286 17 Green POS Texas Instruments LT286/25 17 Green POS Texas Instruments LT286/45 17 Green POS Texas Instruments TI-45 17 Green POS Texas Instruments TM2000 15 Green POS Texas Instruments TM4000M 18 Blue POS Texas Instruments TM5000 12 White POS Texas Instruments TM5010 12 White POS Texas Instruments TM5020 12 White POS Texas Instruments TM5030 12 White POS Texas Instruments TM5100 12 White POS Texas Instruments TM5200 12 White POS Texas Instruments TM5300 12 White POS Toshiba Expresswriter 301 12 Green POS Toshiba Portege 300CT 15 Green POS Toshiba Portege 610CT 15 Green POS Toshiba Portege 620CT 15 Green POS Toshiba Portege 650CT 15 Green POS Toshiba Portege 660CDT 15 Green POS Toshiba T1000LE 12 Green POS Toshiba T1000SE 12 Green POS Toshiba T1000XE 12 Green POS Toshiba T100X 12 Green POS Toshiba T1200 12 Green POS Toshiba T1200F 12 Green POS

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Compatible Computers

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

Toshiba T1200FB 12 Green POS Toshiba T1200H 12 Green POS Toshiba T1200HB 12 Green POS Toshiba T1200HD 12 Green POS Toshiba T1200XE 12 Green POS Toshiba T1600 12 Green POS Toshiba T1800 15 Green POS Toshiba T1850 15 Green POS Toshiba T1850C 15 Green POS Toshiba T1900 18 Bl ue POS Toshiba T1900C 18 Blue POS Toshiba T1910 18 Bl ue POS Toshiba T1910CS 18 Blue POS Toshiba T1950 18 Bl ue POS Toshiba T1950CS 18 Blue POS Toshiba T1950CT 18 Blue POS Toshiba T1960 18 Bl ue POS Toshiba T1960CS 18 Blue POS Toshiba T1960CT 18 Blue POS Toshiba T200 15 Green POS Toshiba T200CS 15 Green POS Toshiba T2400CS 18 Blue POS Toshiba T2400CT 18 Blue POS Toshiba T2450CT 18 Blue POS Toshiba T3400 15 Green POS

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Compatible Computers

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

Toshiba T3400CT 15 Green POS Toshiba T3600CT 15 Green POS Toshiba T4500 15 Green POS Toshiba T4500C 15 Green POS Toshiba T4600 15 Green POS Toshiba T4700 18 Blue POS Toshiba T4700CS 18 Blue POS Toshiba T4700CT 18 Blue POS Toshiba T4800CT 18 Blue POS Toshiba T4850CT 18 Blue POS Toshiba T4900CT 18 Blue POS Toshiba Tecra 700 15 Green POS Toshiba Tecra 700CDT 15 Green POS Toshiba Tecra 700CS 15 Green POS Toshiba Tecra 700CT 15 Green POS Toshiba Tecra 710CDT 15 Green POS Toshiba Tecra 720CDT 15 Green POS Toshiba Tecra 730CDT 15 Green POS Toshiba Tecra 730XCDT 15 Green POS Toshiba Tecra 740CDT 15 Green POS Trogon 7200 21 Blue POS Veridata Execulite 386S 19 White POS WinBook 386SXNB-20B 19 White POS WinBook XP 19 White POS Wyse 386SX 19 White POS

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Compatible Computers

Manufacturer Model No. Volts

Wyse 386SX/20N 19 White POS Wyse Decision Mate 486SLC 19 White POS Wyse Decision Mate SX 19 White POS Zenith SuperSport 286 17 Blue NEG Zenith SuperSport 286e 17 Blue NEG Zenith SuperSport 386SX 17 Blue NEG Zenith Z-Star EX 20 White POS Zeos Contenta SubNotebook 14 Green POS

Tip

Color

Polarity

Tip

Compatible Computers

Specifications

Input Voltage .................................................... AC 100–240V, 50/60 Hz

Maximum Output Power Rating ............................................... 80 Watts

Output Rating for Individual Voltages

DC 12/13/14/15/16/17/18V ± 5%, Max. 4.5 Amps

Tip Polarity ............................................................................ Selectable

Operation Temperature ...................................................... 32° to 113°F

Storage Temperature ....................................................... –13° to 140°F

Dimensions ..................................................... 7

DC Cord Length ............................................................................ 6 feet

AC Power Cord Length............................................................4

Specifications are typical; individual unit might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.

DC 19V ± 5%, Max. 4.2 Amps DC 20V ± 5%, Max. 4.0 Amps DC 21V ± 5%, Max. 3.8 Amps DC 22V ± 5%, Max. 3.6 Amps DC 23V ± 5%, Max. 3.5 Amps DC 24V ± 5%, Max. 3.3 Amps

(0° to 45°C)

(–25° to 60°C)

/2 × 11/3 Inches

(180 × 63 × 34 mm)

(182.88 cm)

/16 feet

(1.5 meters)

Specifications

Limited Ninety-Day Warranty

This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMP LIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERS ON OR ENT ITY WITH RESPE CT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period. This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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