Power Practical Practical Meter User manual
Male USB port
Female USB port
LED Meter
PRACTICAL METER Device Functions
QUICK REFERENCE MANUAL
Power Guide
See how fast your USB mobile
devices are charging by connecting
the Meter in-line with your USB
cable.
This guide shows you how to read
the LED meter display.
Connect the Meter Read the LED Meter
Connect the Meter between your USB
cable and power source. Connect your
mobile device to the USB cable and
begin charging.
The LED meter displays the amount of
power your mobile device is receiving.
(Refer to Power Guide)
High-power Mode
If the smallest LED is alternating
red/blue, the meter is in high-power
mode.
Power is available from USB
source, but your mobile
device is not charging.
1W (5V,0.20A)
2W (5V,0.40A)
3W (5V,0.60A)
4W (5V,0.80A)
5W (5V,1A)
6W (5V,1.20A)
7W (5V,1.40A)
8W (5V,1.60A)
9W (5V,1.80A)
10W (5V,2A)
Male USB port
Female USB port
LED Meter
PRACTICAL METER Device Functions
QUICK REFERENCE MANUAL
Power Guide
See how fast your USB mobile
devices are charging by connecting
the Meter in-line with your USB
cable.
This guide shows you how to read
the LED meter display.
Connect the Meter Read the LED Meter
Connect the Meter between your USB
cable and power source. Connect your
mobile device to the USB cable and
begin charging.
The LED meter displays the amount of
power your mobile device is receiving.
(Refer to Power Guide)
High-power Mode
If the smallest LED is alternating
red/blue, the meter is in high-power
mode.
Power is available from USB
source, but your mobile
device is not charging.
1W (5V,0.20A)
2W (5V,0.40A)
3W (5V,0.60A)
4W (5V,0.80A)
5W (5V,1A)
6W (5V,1.20A)
7W (5V,1.40A)
8W (5V,1.60A)
9W (5V,1.80A)
10W (5V,2A)
Male USB port
Female USB port
LED Meter
PRACTICAL METER Device Functions
QUICK REFERENCE MANUAL
Power Guide
See how fast your USB mobile
devices are charging by connecting
the Meter in-line with your USB
cable.
This guide shows you how to read
the LED meter display.
Connect the Meter Read the LED Meter
Connect the Meter between your USB
cable and power source. Connect your
mobile device to the USB cable and
begin charging.
The LED meter displays the amount of
power your mobile device is receiving.
(Refer to Power Guide)
High-power Mode
If the smallest LED is alternating
red/blue, the meter is in high-power
mode.
Power is available from USB
source, but your mobile
device is not charging.
1W (5V,0.20A)
2W (5V,0.40A)
3W (5V,0.60A)
4W (5V,0.80A)
5W (5V,1A)
6W (5V,1.20A)
7W (5V,1.40A)
8W (5V,1.60A)
9W (5V,1.80A)
10W (5V,2A)
Male USB port
Female USB port
LED Meter
PRACTICAL METER Device Functions
QUICK REFERENCE MANUAL
Power Guide
See how fast your USB mobile
devices are charging by connecting
the Meter in-line with your USB
cable.
This guide shows you how to read
the LED meter display.
Connect the Meter Read the LED Meter
Connect the Meter between your USB
cable and power source. Connect your
mobile device to the USB cable and
begin charging.
The LED meter displays the amount of
power your mobile device is receiving.
(Refer to Power Guide)
High-power Mode
If the smallest LED is alternating
red/blue, the meter is in high-power
mode.
Power is available from USB
source, but your mobile
device is not charging.
1W (5V,0.20A)
2W (5V,0.40A)
3W (5V,0.60A)
4W (5V,0.80A)
5W (5V,1A)
6W (5V,1.20A)
7W (5V,1.40A)
8W (5V,1.60A)
9W (5V,1.80A)
10W (5V,2A)
Male USB port
Female USB port
LED Meter
PRACTICAL METER Device Functions
QUICK REFERENCE MANUAL
Power Guide
See how fast your USB mobile
devices are charging by connecting
the Meter in-line with your USB
cable.
This guide shows you how to read
the LED meter display.
Connect the Meter Read the LED Meter
Connect the Meter between your USB
cable and power source. Connect your
mobile device to the USB cable and
begin charging.
The LED meter displays the amount of
power your mobile device is receiving.
(Refer to Power Guide)
High-power Mode
If the smallest LED is alternating
red/blue, the meter is in high-power
mode.
Power is available from USB
source, but your mobile
device is not charging.
1W (5V,0.20A)
2W (5V,0.40A)
3W (5V,0.60A)
4W (5V,0.80A)
5W (5V,1A)
6W (5V,1.20A)
7W (5V,1.40A)
8W (5V,1.60A)
9W (5V,1.80A)
10W (5V,2A)
Male USB port
Female USB port
LED Meter
PRACTICAL METER Device Functions
QUICK REFERENCE MANUAL
Power Guide
See how fast your USB mobile
devices are charging by connecting
the Meter in-line with your USB
cable.
This guide shows you how to read
the LED meter display.
Connect the Meter Read the LED Meter
Connect the Meter between your USB
cable and power source. Connect your
mobile device to the USB cable and
begin charging.
The LED meter displays the amount of
power your mobile device is receiving.
(Refer to Power Guide)
High-power Mode
If the smallest LED is alternating
red/blue, the meter is in high-power
mode.
Power is available from USB
source, but your mobile
device is not charging.
1W (5V,0.20A)
2W (5V,0.40A)
3W (5V,0.60A)
4W (5V,0.80A)
5W (5V,1A)
6W (5V,1.20A)
7W (5V,1.40A)
8W (5V,1.60A)
9W (5V,1.80A)
10W (5V,2A)
•Please read and follow all Practical Meter
instructions before use.
•Do not expose Practical Meter to high humidity
or water.
• Do not modify or disassemble the Practical
Meter.
• Do not connect input and output in reverse.
• Do not expose the Practical Meter to fire.
• Use the Practical Meter in the temperature range
0°C - 40°C.
• Do not drop, throw, or kick the Practical Meter.
•If any heat discoloration or tranformation are
found during use of the Practical Meter, stop use
immediately as it may cause extreme heat, smoke,
or fire.
• The Practical Meter is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience or knowledge, unless under proper
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
Practical Meter by a person responsible for their
safety.
•In the event that the Practical Meter is damaged
or ceases to function properly, stop use
immediately and contact us.
Support
This manual provides you with all
the information you need to use
the Practical Meter. For more
information and additional support,
please visit powerpractical.com
©2014 Power Practical Inc. is a trademark of
Power Practical Inc. . Other Company and
product names mentioned herein may be
trademarks of their respective owners.
POWER PRACTICAL INC.
244 W. 300 N. Suite 210
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
1.801.335.5064
www.powerpractical.com
Charge Rates Solar Panels Warnings
The list below shows the
maximum charge rates of popular
smartphones, tablets, and other
mobile devices.
The Practical Meter will show you
the power output of any portable
generator including the PowerPot
and solar panels.
By Providing realtime feedback,
you will know how to properly
place your solar panel for
maximum power performance.
iPhone 6 Plus .................... 12W
iPhone 6 ........................... 12W
iPhone 5S ........................... 5W
iPhone 5C ........................... 5W
iPad Air 2 ......................... 12W
One (M8) ......................... 7.5W
G3 ..................................... 9W
Hero 3 ............................... 5W
Hero 4 ............................... 5W
Galaxy S5 ......................... 10W
Galaxy S4 ........................ 7.5W
Note4 .............................. 10W
Note3 ................................ 9W
Galaxy Tab S ..................... 10W
Galaxy Tab 4 ..................... 10W
Apple
Samsung
GoPro
HTC
LG
Mobile devices decrease their charge
rate when the battery level increases.
Maximum charge rates only occur
when the battery level is lower than
50%.
NOTE:
Maximum charge rates may vary.
NOTE:
If you mobile device is charging above
10W, the LED meter will read 10W.
NOTE:
iPad Air ............................ 12W
iPad mini 3........................ 12W
Solar Panel laid flat
on the ground
Solar Panel properly
angled
towards the sun
4+ HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
1.5 HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
•Please read and follow all Practical Meter
instructions before use.
•Do not expose Practical Meter to high humidity
or water.
• Do not modify or disassemble the Practical
Meter.
• Do not connect input and output in reverse.
• Do not expose the Practical Meter to fire.
• Use the Practical Meter in the temperature range
0°C - 40°C.
• Do not drop, throw, or kick the Practical Meter.
•If any heat discoloration or tranformation are
found during use of the Practical Meter, stop use
immediately as it may cause extreme heat, smoke,
or fire.
• The Practical Meter is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience or knowledge, unless under proper
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
Practical Meter by a person responsible for their
safety.
•In the event that the Practical Meter is damaged
or ceases to function properly, stop use
immediately and contact us.
Support
This manual provides you with all
the information you need to use
the Practical Meter. For more
information and additional support,
please visit powerpractical.com
©2014 Power Practical Inc. is a trademark of
Power Practical Inc. . Other Company and
product names mentioned herein may be
trademarks of their respective owners.
POWER PRACTICAL INC.
244 W. 300 N. Suite 210
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
1.801.335.5064
www.powerpractical.com
Charge Rates Solar Panels Warnings
The list below shows the
maximum charge rates of popular
smartphones, tablets, and other
mobile devices.
The Practical Meter will show you
the power output of any portable
generator including the PowerPot
and solar panels.
By Providing realtime feedback,
you will know how to properly
place your solar panel for
maximum power performance.
iPhone 6 Plus .................... 12W
iPhone 6 ........................... 12W
iPhone 5S ........................... 5W
iPhone 5C ........................... 5W
iPad Air 2 ......................... 12W
One (M8) ......................... 7.5W
G3 ..................................... 9W
Hero 3 ............................... 5W
Hero 4 ............................... 5W
Galaxy S5 ......................... 10W
Galaxy S4 ........................ 7.5W
Note4 .............................. 10W
Note3 ................................ 9W
Galaxy Tab S ..................... 10W
Galaxy Tab 4 ..................... 10W
Apple
Samsung
GoPro
HTC
LG
Mobile devices decrease their charge
rate when the battery level increases.
Maximum charge rates only occur
when the battery level is lower than
50%.
NOTE:
Maximum charge rates may vary.
NOTE:
If you mobile device is charging above
10W, the LED meter will read 10W.
NOTE:
iPad Air ............................ 12W
iPad mini 3........................ 12W
Solar Panel laid flat
on the ground
Solar Panel properly
angled
towards the sun
4+ HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
1.5 HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
•Please read and follow all Practical Meter
instructions before use.
•Do not expose Practical Meter to high humidity
or water.
• Do not modify or disassemble the Practical
Meter.
• Do not connect input and output in reverse.
• Do not expose the Practical Meter to fire.
• Use the Practical Meter in the temperature range
0°C - 40°C.
• Do not drop, throw, or kick the Practical Meter.
•If any heat discoloration or tranformation are
found during use of the Practical Meter, stop use
immediately as it may cause extreme heat, smoke,
or fire.
• The Practical Meter is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience or knowledge, unless under proper
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
Practical Meter by a person responsible for their
safety.
•In the event that the Practical Meter is damaged
or ceases to function properly, stop use
immediately and contact us.
Support
This manual provides you with all
the information you need to use
the Practical Meter. For more
information and additional support,
please visit powerpractical.com
©2014 Power Practical Inc. is a trademark of
Power Practical Inc. . Other Company and
product names mentioned herein may be
trademarks of their respective owners.
POWER PRACTICAL INC.
244 W. 300 N. Suite 210
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
1.801.335.5064
www.powerpractical.com
Charge Rates Solar Panels Warnings
The list below shows the
maximum charge rates of popular
smartphones, tablets, and other
mobile devices.
The Practical Meter will show you
the power output of any portable
generator including the PowerPot
and solar panels.
By Providing realtime feedback,
you will know how to properly
place your solar panel for
maximum power performance.
iPhone 6 Plus .................... 12W
iPhone 6 ........................... 12W
iPhone 5S ........................... 5W
iPhone 5C ........................... 5W
iPad Air 2 ......................... 12W
One (M8) ......................... 7.5W
G3 ..................................... 9W
Hero 3 ............................... 5W
Hero 4 ............................... 5W
Galaxy S5 ......................... 10W
Galaxy S4 ........................ 7.5W
Note4 .............................. 10W
Note3 ................................ 9W
Galaxy Tab S ..................... 10W
Galaxy Tab 4 ..................... 10W
Apple
Samsung
GoPro
HTC
LG
Mobile devices decrease their charge
rate when the battery level increases.
Maximum charge rates only occur
when the battery level is lower than
50%.
NOTE:
Maximum charge rates may vary.
NOTE:
If you mobile device is charging above
10W, the LED meter will read 10W.
NOTE:
iPad Air ............................ 12W
iPad mini 3........................ 12W
Solar Panel laid flat
on the ground
Solar Panel properly
angled
towards the sun
4+ HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
1.5 HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
•Please read and follow all Practical Meter
instructions before use.
•Do not expose Practical Meter to high humidity
or water.
• Do not modify or disassemble the Practical
Meter.
• Do not connect input and output in reverse.
• Do not expose the Practical Meter to fire.
• Use the Practical Meter in the temperature range
0°C - 40°C.
• Do not drop, throw, or kick the Practical Meter.
•If any heat discoloration or tranformation are
found during use of the Practical Meter, stop use
immediately as it may cause extreme heat, smoke,
or fire.
• The Practical Meter is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience or knowledge, unless under proper
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
Practical Meter by a person responsible for their
safety.
•In the event that the Practical Meter is damaged
or ceases to function properly, stop use
immediately and contact us.
Support
This manual provides you with all
the information you need to use
the Practical Meter. For more
information and additional support,
please visit powerpractical.com
©2014 Power Practical Inc. is a trademark of
Power Practical Inc. . Other Company and
product names mentioned herein may be
trademarks of their respective owners.
POWER PRACTICAL INC.
244 W. 300 N. Suite 210
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
1.801.335.5064
www.powerpractical.com
Charge Rates Solar Panels Warnings
The list below shows the
maximum charge rates of popular
smartphones, tablets, and other
mobile devices.
The Practical Meter will show you
the power output of any portable
generator including the PowerPot
and solar panels.
By Providing realtime feedback,
you will know how to properly
place your solar panel for
maximum power performance.
iPhone 6 Plus .................... 12W
iPhone 6 ........................... 12W
iPhone 5S ........................... 5W
iPhone 5C ........................... 5W
iPad Air 2 ......................... 12W
One (M8) ......................... 7.5W
G3 ..................................... 9W
Hero 3 ............................... 5W
Hero 4 ............................... 5W
Galaxy S5 ......................... 10W
Galaxy S4 ........................ 7.5W
Note4 .............................. 10W
Note3 ................................ 9W
Galaxy Tab S ..................... 10W
Galaxy Tab 4 ..................... 10W
Apple
Samsung
GoPro
HTC
LG
Mobile devices decrease their charge
rate when the battery level increases.
Maximum charge rates only occur
when the battery level is lower than
50%.
NOTE:
Maximum charge rates may vary.
NOTE:
If you mobile device is charging above
10W, the LED meter will read 10W.
NOTE:
iPad Air ............................ 12W
iPad mini 3........................ 12W
Solar Panel laid flat
on the ground
Solar Panel properly
angled
towards the sun
4+ HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
1.5 HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
•Please read and follow all Practical Meter
instructions before use.
•Do not expose Practical Meter to high humidity
or water.
• Do not modify or disassemble the Practical
Meter.
• Do not connect input and output in reverse.
• Do not expose the Practical Meter to fire.
• Use the Practical Meter in the temperature range
0°C - 40°C.
• Do not drop, throw, or kick the Practical Meter.
•If any heat discoloration or tranformation are
found during use of the Practical Meter, stop use
immediately as it may cause extreme heat, smoke,
or fire.
• The Practical Meter is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience or knowledge, unless under proper
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
Practical Meter by a person responsible for their
safety.
•In the event that the Practical Meter is damaged
or ceases to function properly, stop use
immediately and contact us.
Support
This manual provides you with all
the information you need to use
the Practical Meter. For more
information and additional support,
please visit powerpractical.com
©2014 Power Practical Inc. is a trademark of
Power Practical Inc. . Other Company and
product names mentioned herein may be
trademarks of their respective owners.
POWER PRACTICAL INC.
244 W. 300 N. Suite 210
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
1.801.335.5064
www.powerpractical.com
Charge Rates Solar Panels Warnings
The list below shows the
maximum charge rates of popular
smartphones, tablets, and other
mobile devices.
The Practical Meter will show you
the power output of any portable
generator including the PowerPot
and solar panels.
By Providing realtime feedback,
you will know how to properly
place your solar panel for
maximum power performance.
iPhone 6 Plus .................... 12W
iPhone 6 ........................... 12W
iPhone 5S ........................... 5W
iPhone 5C ........................... 5W
iPad Air 2 ......................... 12W
One (M8) ......................... 7.5W
G3 ..................................... 9W
Hero 3 ............................... 5W
Hero 4 ............................... 5W
Galaxy S5 ......................... 10W
Galaxy S4 ........................ 7.5W
Note4 .............................. 10W
Note3 ................................ 9W
Galaxy Tab S ..................... 10W
Galaxy Tab 4 ..................... 10W
Apple
Samsung
GoPro
HTC
LG
Mobile devices decrease their charge
rate when the battery level increases.
Maximum charge rates only occur
when the battery level is lower than
50%.
NOTE:
Maximum charge rates may vary.
NOTE:
If you mobile device is charging above
10W, the LED meter will read 10W.
NOTE:
iPad Air ............................ 12W
iPad mini 3........................ 12W
Solar Panel laid flat
on the ground
Solar Panel properly
angled
towards the sun
4+ HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
1.5 HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
•Please read and follow all Practical Meter
instructions before use.
•Do not expose Practical Meter to high humidity
or water.
• Do not modify or disassemble the Practical
Meter.
• Do not connect input and output in reverse.
• Do not expose the Practical Meter to fire.
• Use the Practical Meter in the temperature range
0°C - 40°C.
• Do not drop, throw, or kick the Practical Meter.
•If any heat discoloration or tranformation are
found during use of the Practical Meter, stop use
immediately as it may cause extreme heat, smoke,
or fire.
• The Practical Meter is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience or knowledge, unless under proper
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
Practical Meter by a person responsible for their
safety.
•In the event that the Practical Meter is damaged
or ceases to function properly, stop use
immediately and contact us.
Support
This manual provides you with all
the information you need to use
the Practical Meter. For more
information and additional support,
please visit powerpractical.com
©2014 Power Practical Inc. is a trademark of
Power Practical Inc. . Other Company and
product names mentioned herein may be
trademarks of their respective owners.
POWER PRACTICAL INC.
244 W. 300 N. Suite 210
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
1.801.335.5064
www.powerpractical.com
Charge Rates Solar Panels Warnings
The list below shows the
maximum charge rates of popular
smartphones, tablets, and other
mobile devices.
The Practical Meter will show you
the power output of any portable
generator including the PowerPot
and solar panels.
By Providing realtime feedback,
you will know how to properly
place your solar panel for
maximum power performance.
iPhone 6 Plus .................... 12W
iPhone 6 ........................... 12W
iPhone 5S ........................... 5W
iPhone 5C ........................... 5W
iPad Air 2 ......................... 12W
One (M8) ......................... 7.5W
G3 ..................................... 9W
Hero 3 ............................... 5W
Hero 4 ............................... 5W
Galaxy S5 ......................... 10W
Galaxy S4 ........................ 7.5W
Note4 .............................. 10W
Note3 ................................ 9W
Galaxy Tab S ..................... 10W
Galaxy Tab 4 ..................... 10W
Apple
Samsung
GoPro
HTC
LG
Mobile devices decrease their charge
rate when the battery level increases.
Maximum charge rates only occur
when the battery level is lower than
50%.
NOTE:
Maximum charge rates may vary.
NOTE:
If you mobile device is charging above
10W, the LED meter will read 10W.
NOTE:
iPad Air ............................ 12W
iPad mini 3........................ 12W
Solar Panel laid flat
on the ground
Solar Panel properly
angled
towards the sun
4+ HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
1.5 HOURS
to charge an iPhone 5S
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