MP3450 R2 User Guide
USER GUIDE Contents Overview.................................................................................................................................... 2 Getting Started........................................................................................................................... 2 Unpacking myPower ALL Plus................................................................................................ 2 Getting to Know myPower ALL Plus...................................................
Overview You can use myPower™ ALL—the universal rechargeable battery—to power just about any portable device. Simply connect myPower ALL Plus to your laptop computer, portable DVD player, digital camera, digital camcorder, portable CD player, PDA, mobile phone, or other portable device to extend the battery life. As an added bonus, myPower ALL Plus will charge the internal battery on some devices, while also powering the device.
Getting to Know myPower ALL Plus MP3450 R2 DC OUT for connection to device Capacity Level Button USB Port for connection to 5V device MP3450-10 Capacity Level Indicators Charging/Indicator ON/OFF Switch Sunbooster Solar Charging Port DC IN for connection to power adapter Sunbooster Solar Charging Port 6-Pin Input Port for connection to a solar panel or a second battery Storing myPower ALL Plus Lithium polymer batteries must be used consistently for maximum performance.
Prolonging Battery Life Extreme heat and cold will affect your battery’s performance. At temperatures above 80°F (27°C), the battery will discharge more quickly, and in colder temperatures, the battery won’t charge well. Therefore, it is recommended that the battery is used at room temperature, or between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C). The battery must be used at temperatures between 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C).
Charging with a Third Party Power Supply You can use a third party power supply to charge myPower ALL Plus as long as it has DC output voltage range from 12V to 20V, with a minimum 1.5A output current. myPower ALL Plus will not charge its internal battery if the input current is lower than 1.5A. To fit the DC jack, the DC plug must have an outside diameter of 5.5mm and an inside diameter of 2.1mm (5.5 x 2.1mm).
Charging with a Solar Panel myPower ALL Plus can be charged using a compatible solar panel. You can charge the device using the DC IN port (5.5 x 2.1mm), or the 3-Pin Input Port. The DC IN port is designed for use with a DC power adapter with constant current input. Charging myPower ALL Plus requires a minimum of 1.5A current output from the solar panel. In general, a 25W or higher solar panel should provide sufficient power to charge myPower ALL Plus.
3. Verify that the charging indicator next to the input jack on the Smart 3-Pin Adapter (shown) turns on to indicate the battery is charging. 4. After approximately four hours, press the Capacity Display button to view the battery capacity. If the capacity does not indicate full (all blue LEDs on), continue to charge the battery until the battery capacity indicates full. 5. When the battery capacity indicates full, unplug the connected charging cable.
Select/Connect the Adapter Plug 1. Select the adapter plug that fits securely into the power jack on your portable device. 2. Locate the polarity symbol on your device in the area around the power connector jack: Center Positive Center Negative WARNING: myPower ALL Plus supports Center Positive polarity only. If your device has a Center Negative polarity, do not power the device with myPower ALL Plus; contact support@tekkeon.com for assistance. 3.
Connect the Power Output Cord 1. Plug the large end of the power output cord into the DC OUT jack on the end of myPower ALL Plus. (If you have previously selected a voltage, the voltage selection will be returned to the lowest setting.) Adjust the Voltage Level 1. Locate the voltage specification for your portable device. This can be found on the device power adapter label or device specification label which typically is found on the bottom of the unit.
TIP: You can optimize the use of myPower ALL Plus with your laptop computer or portable DVD player by setting the voltage on myPower ALL Plus to less than the required voltage shown on the laptop computer power supply. This prevents myPower ALL Plus from charging the device, thus extending the amount of time you can use myPower ALL Plus to power your laptop computer. Most laptop computers have a battery voltage of 11.1V or 14.8V, allowing them to be powered with 12V or 14V.
Connect the Portable Device 1. Connect the adapter plug into the power jack on the portable device. The voltage selection will be locked automatically and cannot be changed until the power output cord is disconnected from the device. 2. Turn on the portable device and use it as you would normally. While connected, myPower ALL Plus will power and charge your device. (As mentioned earlier, myPower ALL Plus will not charge a device if the voltage setting is lower than that required.
View myPower ALL Plus Battery Capacity The capacity in myPower ALL Plus will decrease as the battery powers and/or charges your devices. The remaining capacity is shown on the voltage indicator, which is accessed as described below. As the remaining capacity decreases, the lights will turn off in sequence from right to left. When the myPower ALL Plus battery capacity is low, only the first capacity indicator will be on. You should recharge myPower ALL Plus at this time.
Adapters Eight adapter plugs that fit most DC adapter jacks on a variety of laptops and other devices, and a mini USB tip are included with myPower ALL Plus. The following table shows each adapter tip model number, marking, and compatible devices and manufacturers.
If none of these plugs fits snugly into your portable device power jack, please go to our web site at www.tekkeon.com/mpadapters to determine which adapter tip you need for your device. You can obtain most adapters, including the Smart 3-Pin Adapter, from Tekkeon’s online store or by contacting Tekkeon by e-mail at support@tekkeon.com, or by phone at 888-787-5888 or 714-832-1266. If available through Tekkeon, the adapter will be sent to you for a nominal fee.
Using Multiple Batteries You can increase the capacity of myPower ALL Plus by adding one or more extra battery units. There are two options for adding multiple batteries: • Add an Extended Battery, MP3450-10, which is attached to the first battery with a bracket, and can be used only as a second battery. • Add one or more additional myPower ALL Plus batteries using an optional 6-Pin Cable (one cable per additional battery). Adding the Extended Battery 1.
Accessories In addition to the adapters, several accessories are available for myPower ALL Plus, including: MP3300-11 3’ coil output cable. MP3300-12 2’ straight output cable with right angle output connector. MP3450-10 Extended battery that doubles the capacity of myPower ALL Plus (see previous section). MP3450-11 myPower ALL Plus bracket for connection of two batteries. MP3450-20 myPower ALL Plus leather case. MP3450-30 Car charger to charge myPower ALL Plus.
Troubleshooting If myPower ALL Plus does not power the portable device or charge the device battery, take these steps: 1. Verify that the current consumption of the portable device is not more than 4.0 Amp. If the device consumes more than the maximum provided by myPower ALL Plus, the device will shut down when turned on and cannot be powered and/or charged by myPower ALL Plus. 2. Verify that the device does not require more than 19V.
Limited Warranty The product enclosed herein is warranted to be free of operational defects for a period of one year from the date of purchase. In the event of a defect in operation during the warranty period Tekkeon, Inc. will replace the defective product when the owner returns all product contents. The limited warranty will be considered void if the unit is tampered with, subject to misuse, negligence or accidental damage, has been improperly serviced, or if the security seal is removed.
Warning • Do not burn or short circuit. • Must be recycled or disposed of properly. • Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble. • Battery output maximum current is 4.0 Amps.
Customer Support Customer support for myPower ALL Plus is available at: Tekkeon, Inc. c/o myPower ALL Plus 3002 Dow Avenue, #134 Tustin, CA 92780 888-787-5888 / 714-832-1266 www.tekkeon.com Tekkeon, Inc. must issue a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number for all exchanges or refunds.
www.tekkeon.com © 2010 Tekkeon, Inc. Rev A All Rights Reserved. myPower™ is a trademark of Tekkeon, Inc. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Cut loose. Stay loose.
