Power Bright DX100 User manual
Owner's Guide
DX100
3149458
Conforms to UL Std. 458，
WARNING:
This Unit employs Components that tend to produce arcs or sparks – To
prevent fire or explosion, do not install in compartments containing
batteries or flammable materials- SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION:
Provided with integral protection against overloads. To Prevent fire, do
not cover or obstruct ventilation openings. Do not mount in Zero-Clearance
compartment. Overheating may result. For continued protection against risk
of fire, replace only with the same type and fuse rating: 10A
Notice :
The output of this device is not sinusoidal. It has a total harmonic distortion
of 30% percent and maximum single harmonic of 8 percent
1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing thePowerBright®DX100.
Connected to the 12 volt outlet in your vehicle, the
DX100 efficiently and reliably powers a widevariety
of loads through both the AC outlet and USB port.
Read this guide before connecting or using the DX100
and save it for future reference.
2 Important Safety Information
Misusing or incorrectly connecting the DX100
may damage the equipment or create hazardous
conditions for users. Read the following safety
instructions and pay special attention to all Caution
and Warning statements in the guide.
Warnings identify conditions that may result in
personal injury or loss of life.
Cautions identify conditions or practices that may
damage the unit or other equipment.
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WARNING
Keep children away from the DX100. The
inverter generates the same potentially lethal AC
power as a normal household wall outlet.
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The DX100 housing may become
uncomfortably warm, reaching 140° F (60° C) under
extended high power operation. During operation,
keep it away from materials that may be affected by
high temperatures.
Do not use the DX100 in the presence of
flammable fumes or gases, such as in the bilge of a
gasoline powered boat, ornear propane tanks. Do
not use the DX100 in an enclosure
containing automotive-type, lead-acid batteries.
These batteries, unlike sealed batteries, vent
explosive hydrogen gas, which can be ignited by
sparks from electrical connections.
Warnings and Cautions
WARNING: Shock hazard
Use caution when inserting an AC plug into the
three-prong AC outlet. The prongs of an AC plug
can become bent from misuse. If an AC plug is
improperly inserted into the AC outlet, a bent prong
can slip outside the inverter and become a shock
hazard.
Grip the inverter carefully when inserting or
removing an AC plug. Keep your fingers clear of
the AC outlet. Ensure that your fingers do not
contact the prongs of an AC plug when the plug is
partially inside the inverter.
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CAUTION: Risk of Fire.
Do not replace any vehicle fuse with a rating
higher than recommended by the Vehicle
Manufacturer. The cigarette lighter connector
is rated to draw up to 10 amperes from a 12V
vehicle outlet. Ensure that the electrical
system in your vehicle can supply this product
without causing the vehicle fusing to open.
This can be determined by making sure the
fuse in the vehicle which protects the outlet is
rated higher than 10 amperes. Information on
the vehicle fuse rating is typically found in the
vehicle operator’s manual. If a vehicle fuse
opens repeatedly, do not keep on replacing it.
The cause of the overload must be found. On
no account should fuses be patched up with
tin foil or wire as this may cause serious
damage elsewhere in the electrical circuit or
cause re
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CAUTION: Output non-sinusoidal
Some chargers for small nickel-cadmium batteries
can be damaged if connectedto the DX100.
Do not use the inverter with the following
appliances:
• Small battery-operated appliances like
rechargeable flashlights, some rechargeable
shavers, and night lights that are plugged
directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.
• Battery chargers used in hand power tools.
These chargers display a warning label stating
that dangerous voltages are present at the
charger battery terminals.
CAUTION
Do not connect live AC power to the DX100's
AC outlets. This will damage the inverter,
and the damage is not covered by warranty.
Do not connect any AC load that has its neutral
conductor connected to ground to the DX100
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Additional Safety Guidelines
• Do not insert foreign objects in the DX100
outlets or other openings.
• Never connect the inverter to power utility AC
distribution wiring.
• Do not use the DX100 in temperatures
over 100° F (40° C).
• Do not expose the DX100 to water, rain,
snow, or spray.
Failure to follow these safety guidelines may cause
personal injury and/or damage to the DX100 .
It may also void your product warranty.
3 Safety Features
These advanced safety features are built into the DX100
• Overload protection with automatic shutdown
• Low battery voltage shutdown
• High-input voltage protection with automatic
shutdown
• Overheat protection with automatic shutdown
• Output short circuit protection.
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5 Using the Inverter
Through its AC outlet, theDX100 is capable
of powering most 120V AC products that use 100 W
or less. The DX100 can also power or charge
most consumer electronics that have USB power
ports.
The DX100’s AC output waveform, called
“modified sine wave” is designed to function
similarly to the sine wave shape of utility power.
Most devices are not affected by a "modified sine
wave", you may need to consult with the manufacture
of the device you wish to run prior to connection
with inverter.
Using the DC Cable with Cigarette
Lighter Plug
Due to the limitations of 12V outlets in vehicles or
boats, the DX100 should only be used to
supply AC power to products that require 100W
(about 0.8A) or less.
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2. Insert the cigarette lighter plug into the 12V
outlet.
1. Plug the DC cable into the DC cable port on the
DX100. Observe correct polarity.
3. Plug the device you want to operate into the
DX100 .
4. When the inverter is not in use, unplug it from the
12V outlet to prevent slight discharge of the
battery.
CAUTION: Reverse polarity damage
When plugging in the DC cable, ensure that the plug
aligns with the DC cable port. Failure to do so will
result in reverse polarity and a blown fuse.
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6 Inverter Operation
1. When properly connected to a 12V outlet, and
when theON/OFF switch is in the ON position, the
light will glow BLUE, indicating the inverter is
ready.
2. Plug the product(s) you want to operate into the
AC outlet or USB port and switch them on (if
necessary).
Operating Guidelines
• As the battery is used, its voltage begins to fall.
When theDX100 senses that the voltage
at its DC input has dropped to 10.5V, the inverter
automatically shuts down and the light glows RED,
indicating a fault. This prevents the battery from
being damaged. Turn off any devices that the
DX100 is powering.
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• If an AC product rated higher than 100W is
plugged into the DX100 , the inverter will
shut down. The RED FAULT light comes on.
• If the DX100 exceeds a safe operating
temperature, due to insufficient ventilation or a
high-temperature environment, it automatically
shuts down. The RED FAULT light comes on.
• Should a defective battery charging system cause
the battery voltage to rise to dangerously high
levels, the DX100 automatically shuts
down. The RED FAULT light comes on.
Important:
Vehicle batteries are designed to provide
brief periods of very high current needed for engine
starting. They are not intended for constant deep discharge.
Regularly operating the DX100 from a vehicle
battery until low-voltage shut down occurs will shorten the
life of the battery.
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• In the event of an overload, low battery voltage or
overheating, the DX100 automatically
shuts down.
Battery Operating Time
Operating time will vary depending on the charge
level of the battery, its capacity and the power level
drawn by the particular AC load, USB load, or
combination of both. With a typical vehicle battery
and a 80W load, an operating time of 4 to 5 hours or
more can be expected.
When using a vehicle battery as a power source, it is
strongly recommended to start the vehicle every hour
or two to recharge the battery before its capacity drops
too low. The DX100 can operate while the
CAUTION
Although the DX100 incorporates
protection against over-voltage, it may still be
damaged if the inputvoltage exceeds 16V.
engine is running, but the normal voltage drop that
occurs during starting of the engine may trigger the
inverter’s low voltage shutdown feature.
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Interference with Electronic Equipment
Generally, most AC products operate with the DX100
just as they would with household AC power.
Below is information concerning two possible
exceptions.
Buzzing sound in audio systems and radios
Some inexpensive stereo systems and AM-FM radios
have inadequate internal power supply filtering and
will “buzz” slightly when powered by the DX100 .
Generally, the only solution is an audio product with a
higher quality filter.
Television interference
The DX100 is shielded to minimize its
interference with TV signals. However, with weak TV
signals interference may be visible in the form of lines
scrolling across the screen. The following should
minimize or eliminate the problem:
• Increase the distance between the DX100
and the TV, antenna and cables.
• Adjust the orientation of the DX100,
television, antenna and cables.
• Maximize TV signal strength by using a better
antenna and use shielded antenna cable where
possible.
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7 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no inverter
lights are ON.
PROBLEM: Measured inverter output is too low.
Possible cause Solution
Battery is defective. Check battery and replace if
required.
Loose connections. Check connections.
Possible cause Solution
Standard “average-
reading” AC voltmeter
used to measure output
voltage, resulting in an
apparent reading 5 to 15V
too low.
Inverter’s “modified sine
wave” output requires “true
RMS” voltmeter for accurate
measurements.
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PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, red FAULT
light ON.
Battery voltage is toolow. Recharge battery.
Possible cause Solution
AC product(s) connected
are rated at more than the
inverter’s continuous
power rating; overload
shutdown has occurred.
Use a product with a power
rating less than the inverter’s
continuous power rating.
AC product is rated less
than the inverter’s
continuous power rating;
high starting surge has
caused overload
shutdown.
Product exceeds inverter’s
surge capability. Use a product
with starting surge power
within the inverter’s capability.
Battery is discharged. Recharge battery.
Possible cause Solution
Unplug inverter from DC socket
and allow to cool for 15 minutes.
Remove objects covering unit.
Move the inverter to a cooler
place. Reduce load if continuous
operation is required. Restart.
The inverter has over
heated due to poor
ventilation and has shut
down.
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8Specications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
AC Power Output
USB Power Output
AC output voltage (nominal) 120VAC/60Hz 100W
Continuous AC output power 100W
Peak AC output power 200W
AC output frequency 60 ± 1Hz
AC output waveform Modified sine wave
DC output voltage 5 VDC
DC output current (max.) 0.25A DC
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DC Power
Physical
DC input voltage range 13.8 V DC, 10A Max
Battery drain with no AC load
(at 12 V input) 0.33A
Efficiency (maximum) 80%
Low battery shutdown point (nominal) 10.5V
High battery shutdown point
(nominal) 15.5V
Dimensions (L × W × H)
)g722(.bl5.0thgieW
5.8x 2.8 x 1.5
(inches)
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9 Warranty and Return
Warranty
What does this warranty cover? This Limited Warranty
is provided by PowerBright ("PowerBright") and
covers defects in workmanship and materials in your DX100.
This warranty period lasts for 24 months from the
date of purchase at the point of sale to you, the original end
user customer. You require proof of purchase to make
warranty claims.
What will PowerBright do? PowerBright will, at its option,
repair or replace the defective product free of charge,
provided that you notify PowerBright of the product defect
within the Warranty Period, and provided that PowerBright
through inspection establishes the existence of such a defect
and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty.
PowerBright will, at its option, use new and/or reconditioned
parts in performing warranty repair and building
replacement products. PowerBright reserves the right to
use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or
replacement. If PowerBright repairs or replaces a product, its
warranty continues for the remaining portion of the original
Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the return
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shipment to the customer, whichever is greater. All replaced
products and all parts removed from repaired products
become the property of PowerBright.
PowerBright covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the
product, and return shipment to the customer via a PowerBright
selected non-expedited surface freight within the contiguous
United States and Canada. Alaska and Hawaii are excluded.
Contact PowerBright Customer Service for details on freight
policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United
States and Canada.
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What does this warranty not cover? This Limited
Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product
or costs related to the removal, installation, or
troubleshooting of the customer's electrical systems. This
warranty does not apply to,and PowerBright will not be
responsible for,any defect inor damage to:
a) the product if it has been misused, neglected, improp-
erly installed, physically damaged or altered, either
internally or externally, or damaged from improper use
or use in an unsuitable environment;
b) the product if it has been subjected to fire, water,
generalized corrosion, biological infestations, or input
voltage that creates operating conditions beyond the
maximum or minimum limits listed in the PowerBright
product specifications including high input voltage
from generators and lightning strikes;
c) the product if repairs have been done to it other than by
PowerBright or its authorized service centers
(hereafter "ASCs");
d) the product if it is used as a component part of a prod-
uct expressly warranted by another manufacturer;
e) the product if its original identification (trade-mark,
serial number) markings have been defaced, altered, or
removed.
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