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Radio Shack Portable AC-to-DC Regulated Power Supply Owner's Manual

Radio Shack Portable AC-to-DC Regulated Power Supply Owner's Manual

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22-503.fm Page 1 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM
22-503
Cat. No.
OWNER'S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
Portable AC-to-DC
Regulated Power Supply

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  • Page 1 22-503.fm Page 1 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM 22-503 Cat. No. OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. Portable AC-to-DC Regulated Power Supply...
  • Page 2 22-503.fm Page 2 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM FEATURES Your RadioShack Portable AC-to-DC Regulated Power Supply is designed to supply power to equipment such as CB and ham radios and auto- sound systems that require 12V DC power. The power supply converts standard 120V or Europe- an 220/240V AC power to regulated 13.8V DC (vehicle) power.
  • Page 3 22-503.fm Page 3 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM Not recommended for outdoor use. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not ex- pose this product to rain or mois- ture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
  • Page 4 22-503.fm Page 4 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM Your power supply’s features include: Built-In Cigarette Lighter Socket — lets you quickly connect a cigarette-lighter plug to the power supply. Over Temperature Protection Circuit — auto- matically shuts off AC power to the power supply if it overheats.
  • Page 5 22-503.fm Page 5 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM Push-Terminal Connectors — let you easily connect wires directly to the power supply. This power supply has been tested and found to comply with all applicable UL standards and FCC requirements.
  • Page 6 22-503.fm Page 6 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE IN- STRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and oper- ating instructions for this power supply. Before you use the power supply, read all the instruc- tions and cautionary markings in this manual, on the power supply, and on the product that you will...
  • Page 7 22-503.fm Page 7 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM 4. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 5. Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be followed. 6. Cleaning — Unplug the power supply from the wall outlet before cleaning.
  • Page 8 22-503.fm Page 8 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM power supply. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory rec- ommended by the manufacturer. An appli- ance and cart combination should be moved with care.
  • Page 9 22-503.fm Page 9 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM 11. Power Sources — This power supply should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your appli- ance dealer or local power company.
  • Page 10 22-503.fm Page 10 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM 14. Extension Cords — Do not use an exten- sion cord unless absolutely necessary. Using an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure: a.
  • Page 11 22-503.fm Page 11 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM 17. Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this power supply through openings as they may touch dan- gerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 12 22-503.fm Page 12 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM come from it. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instruc- tions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the power supply to its normal operation.
  • Page 13 22-503.fm Page 13 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM 22. Heat — This power supply product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. SERVICE 1. Except as noted in this Owner’s Manual, do not attempt to service this power supply yourself.
  • Page 14 22-503.fm Page 14 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM CONNECTIONS Caution: Make all other connections before you connect the power supply to AC power. CONNECTING A DEVICE REQUIRING POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE WIRES Warning: To avoid damage to both the power supply and the device: •...
  • Page 15 22-503.fm Page 15 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM 3. While pressing the red tab on the back of the power supply, insert the device’s positive (+) wire (usually red) into the hole next to the red tab. Then release the tab to secure the wire.
  • Page 16 22-503.fm Page 16 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM CONNECTING A DEVICE REQUIRING A CIGARETTE- LIGHTER SOCKET You can connect a device that uses a cigarette- lighter adapter to the power supply. Cautions: • You must use a cigarette-lighter adapter that supplies 12 volts and delivers at least 3 amps of power.
  • Page 17 22-503.fm Page 17 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM 1. Turn off the device you are connecting to the power supply. 2. Set POWER 3. Pull the tab on the cigarette-lighter socket’s rubber cap on the side of the power supply to expose the socket.
  • Page 18 22-503.fm Page 18 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM 5. Connect the power supply’s AC cord to a standard AC outlet.

  • Page 19: Operation

    22-503.fm Page 19 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM OPERATION To turn the power supply on or off after you prop- erly connect a device to it, set POWER lights when the power supply is POWER turned on. Caution: If does not light or the connect- POWER ed device stops operating:...

  • Page 20: Care And Maintenance

    22-503.fm Page 20 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack Portable AC-to-DC Regulated Power Supply is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your power supply so you can enjoy it for years.

  • Page 21: The Fcc Wants You To Know

    22-503.fm Page 21 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM Wipe the power supply with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the power supply. Modifying or tampering with the power supply’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty.

  • Page 22: Specifications

    22-503.fm Page 22 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM SPECIFICATIONS Input Voltage ....90 to 240 VAC Nominal Input Frequency ......... 50–60 Hz Output Voltage ......13.8 VDC ±5% Output Current .. 3 Amps DC Continuous (Max.) AC Fault Protection ..1 Amp 250V AC Fuse Short Circuit Protection Automatic Power Down Line/Load Regulation ....
  • Page 23 22-503.fm Page 23 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM Weight ............ .89 lbs (0.4 kg) Accessory ......Padded Carry Case Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.
  • Page 24 22-503.fm Page 24 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM NOTES...
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  • Page 27 22-503.fm Page 27 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM Limited Ninety-Day Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing de- fects 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.
  • Page 28 22-503.fm Page 28 Friday, August 6, 1999 12:48 PM (continued) 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;...

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