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Voltaic Generator Solar Laptop Charger

Battery for Solar Laptop Charger in Bag

Included with every bag is a LiIon battery with about the same capacity of a typical small laptop battery (16.8V 2400maH). Solar power is stored in the battery inside the bag, ready to run a laptop or other device when needed.

A USB plug on top of the battery connects to standard USB chargers. It also provides 5V output to the standard and optional phone adaptors which charge most popular cell phones.

The voltage selector on the front of the battery allows for manual selection of voltage ranges 3.5-5.0V, 5.0-6.5V, 6.5-8.4V and 12-20V (by double clicking the button). Within the voltage range, the battery automatically adjusts to deliver the required voltage.This range satisfies the requirements for most hand held electronics and laptop computers. Note: Even though the voltage may be correct, not all manufacturers enable devices to charge from external batteries.

A DC In plug on the side of the battery connects to power from the solar panels or an included AC charger.

A charge indicator on the face of the battery shows when the battery is receiving a charge. When connected to the solar panels, this will come on when the panel is placed in direct sunlight. It shows red when charging at higher power levels and green when trickle charging (either because the battery is nearly full or in cloudy conditions).

There is also a battery level Indicator which shows the charge remaining in the battery.

The battery pack clips inside the bag and can be removed for separate use.

Replacement Battery Pack $149

Includes set of 19 standard adaptors and AC travel charger.

Specifications

Battery Pack:
Output Voltage 3.5-5.0V 5.0-6.5V 6.5-8.4V 12-20V
 
Common Specifications:
Input Power 18V 500-833mA
Charge Time Approximately 5 hours from solar charge (in sunny conditions) or from AC charger
Battery Type Li-Ion
Protection Short, Over Charge, Over Discharge, Over Temp.
Weight 9.0 Oz (266g)
Dimensions 4 3/8 x 2 3/4 x 1 1/4" (111 x 68 x 33 mm)
 
Charge Display Charging Max. Power Charging Below Max. or Full
  Red Green
 
Capacity Display Low Medium Full
  Red Amber Green

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Usage Tips

Selecting the Correct Voltage: The power requirement for a particular device is typically indicated in the product literature, on the device itself, or on the charger (as power output). Most laptops charge between 12 and 20 V. Cell phones and PDAs typically operate at 5V – use the USB wire for these devices.

Some devices will operate at several voltage settings. For the most efficient use of power, select the lowest setting that powers your device.

Warning: Using higher than the required voltage may damage some devices.

Note: Some devices are designed to work only with factory supplied chargers. In this case, use the factory supplied car charger, and plug it into the car charger socket.

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