Akyga AK-CA-38 User manual

AK-CA-38
/ak-ca-38
www.akyga.com
Short description of the product
The product is compatible with the applicable national and European requirements.
What is in the box?
- AK-CA-38 PICO adapter
- P4, Molex and SATA cord
Symbols explanation:
There is a risk of losing health or life (e.g. by electic shock).
There is a particular danger connected with service.
Important tips and information.
Product accordance with the EU directive 2002/96/EC. The symbol of the crossed out basket
placed on the product means that the marked product can not be disposed of with other
household waste. After use, the product must be return to collection point for used electical and
electronic equipment or to the seller. Appropriate segregation of rubbish for subsequent
processing, recovery or descrution contributes to avoiding negative effects on the environment
and health, and also allows the recovery of raw materials from which the product is made.
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The CE standard description on the product is the manufacturer's declaration that the marked
product meets the requirements of the directive so-called The "New Approach" of the European
Union (EU). For security and certification (CE) reasons, the device can not be rebuild or change in
any way. In the reason of using the power supply for other purposes than those described, the
product may be demaged. The incorrect use may also cause hazard such as short-circuits,
burns, electric shocks, etc. Read the users manual carefully and keep it for later use. The product
could be share to third partie only with the user manual included.
The Akyga® AK-CA-38 PICO adapter is intended to power mini-ITX motherboards.The product
provides maximum power of 120W, using only 12V power source with 5.5x2.5 mm plug. PICO power
module keeps full compatibility with ATX 24-pin motherboards. It is equipped with SATA, Molex and ATX
12V P4 connector that makes it compatible even with the newest generation processors.
The product is adapted to supply voltage in the range of 12V +/- 5%.
The power consumption of powering device can not exceed the power supply nominal current.
PICO power adapter
The RoHS mark on the product is the manufacturer's declaration that the marked product meets
the requirements of the EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances (2002/95/EC) directive, which
aims to reduce the amount of hazardous substances penetrating into the environment from
electrical and electronic waste.
>95%
Ecological Solutions
GREEN
The device is intended only for domestic use, indoors.

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Safety Precautions
Connecting computer components whose demanded power is greather than power of the adapter, can
cause damage (burn) of adapter.
An electrostatic discharge occurs when two object touch each other, for example, an electric
charge that occurs when user touch metal door handle after walking on a carpet . Discharging
electrostatic charges from fingers or other electrostatic conductors can damage electronic
components. To avoid damaging the adapter or devices connected to it, abstain from touching
contacts, wires and electonic circuits. The user’s contact with electronic components should be
kept to a minimum.
The manufacturer of the product is not responsible for damage or insults caused in effect
of disobey the safety instructions and informations contained in these user manual.
źKeep the product and the packaging out of range of children and animals. The package
includes a foil that child could choke while playing.
źIt is forbidden to apply the mechanical load to the product - strong shocks, impacts, dropping or
crushing may cause its damage.
źThe product operation in adverse conditions is not allowed. Adverse conditions are primarily:
exposure to direct sunlight, high or very low ambient temperatures, strong vibrations, high
humidity, surrounds of gases, dusts or flammable and aggressive liquids.
źIf the product has been damaged, does not work properly or has been stored for a long period
of time in bad or unfavorable conditions, safe operation of the device is not possible. It is
essential to stop using the product and to protect it against re-use for security purposes.
źTake account of the user manual for other devices connected to the adapter.
źProduct and power cord should not be touched with moist or wet hands under no
circumstances.
źShort-circuiting the current connection is prohibited.
źMake sure that the power cord is not crushed, bent, twisted, rubbed against sharp edges or
mechanically loaded in any other way. Avoid thermal load of the cable - in particular keep away
from heat sources (such as stoves, radiators, fireplaces).
źConnection of adapter to electricity is made by connecting it to the 12V AC/DC power adapter.
źBefore connecting the adapter to the power supply, make sure that the power of the adapter is
sufficient for the components in the computer.
źIt is forbidden to connect the adapter directly to the car battery. This may be damaged the
adapter, causing threats to life, health and property.
źBefore connecting or conservation of the adapter make sure that the power cords are not live.
źFirst connect adapter to computer components then connect adapter to AC/DC power adapter.
Never the other way around.
źIn case of any doubts regarding operation, safety or connection of the product, please contact
the manufacturer or a qualified specialist for this purpose.
źAll maintenance, adjustment and repair work on the product may only be carried out by a
qualified person in a specialist facility.
PICO power adapter
The adapter should work in internal conditions that do not cause contact with water and direct sunlight.
During operation, the adapter should be located in a designated housing.

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Problem
Cause
Solution
The
components connected
via power supply /
adapter does not work
adapter or computer
No mains voltage
źCheck the correct connection of
the power supply to the power
network
źCheck the mains fuses
The power adapter is
overloaded
źDisconnect the power adapter
from energy grid, check the
correctness of the current
parameters
Incorrect connection of
the device
źMake sure that the adapter is
correctly connected to the
computer components
źCheck that the wires are well
embedded in the sockets
There is a suspicion of a
product defect
źStop using and contact the
seller
The computer turns off
The adapter has
insufficient parameters
źCheck if the power of the
adapter covers the demand of
the computer components
Removing the most common problems
PICO power adapter
1. Connect the 24-pin adapter’s plug to 24-pin socket on mother board. Try not to touch the
electronic components or contacts on the adapter.
2. Connect the P4 connector to the motherboard if it is required by CPU to stabilize the work.
3. Connect the Molex plug to a hard disk, optical drive or fan with a corresponding Molex socket.
4. Connect the SATA plug to a hard disk or optical drive with a corresponding SATA socket.
5. In case the P4, Molex and Sata plug are not used, unplug it from the adapter.
6. Then, take out the power cord of the housing, in a way that provides easy and safe access to
connect an external 12V power supply without opening the case.
Connecting the adapter to the computer components:
Cleaning the power supply:
źUse soft and antistatic cloth for cleaning the adapter.
źDo not use abrasive or chemical cleaners.
Disconect the adapter from the electrical socket and connected devices before cleaning.

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PICO power adapter
Product manufacturer: Ropla Computers sp. z o.o.
ul. Wrocławska 1c
52-200 Suchy Dwór
Technical specfication
Product code:
Supply voltage:
Maximum power:
Efficiency:
Temperature:
Mechanical switch:
Power inlet:
Mainboard Power Connector:
Maximum load on the +3.3V line:
Maximum load on the +5V line:
Combined power of +3.3V:
Combined power of +5V:
Current on the +12V rail:
Maximum load on 12V line:
Compilance with standards:
REACH compatibility:
EAN code:
AK-CA-38
12V DC +/- 5%
120W
>95%
0-40ºC
No
5.5 x 2.5 mm
24-pin
6A
6A
20W
30W
10A
120W
CE, FCC, RoHS
YES
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