SolStar T-12 User Manual
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1. SolStea Portable Energy Devices r Globalstar GO FURTHER DO MORE User Manual SolStar T 12g 12 Watt Folding Solar Charger for the Globalstar GSP 1600 Satellite Phone Important Notice Please read this instruction manual in its entirety before using your SolStar T 12g solar charger Copyright 2005 SalStar Energy Devices Table of Contents HVE CI CUO ites ee cetecnce cepeonteaetecstcciteaeceneieveteceseeesqsanatn lt sunatie A A A 1 FS EIS E E EE E A A A A apacesunemenes 2 How to Connect SolStar T 12 Solar Charger to GSP 1600 ee ceccc sees eeee nena ees 3 Special Instructions for Globalstar GSP 1600 ec ceccsecceeeseeeeeeeeesseceeeeeeeeeeseeeeenees 5 Folding Instructions for the SolStar T 12 Solar Charger cccccccceccceeeseeeaeeeseeeeees 6 FAS OUD VO S a E E E E osu eeretossensancneaetanea 8 Incorrect Deployment of the SolStar T 12 Charger ccccccccccceccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeees 11 Important Care Instructions for the SolStar T 12 Solar Charger cccccccceeeeeeees 12 PRCOUGTIUY ASKE QUC HONG opre or oe E EE E IE E E E E E EEE T 13 solStar T 12 Solar Charger Product Specifications ccccccccsecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseees 14 LMG Van NY ern R RR vost cnc RRENEN EERTE EER a se geese EEEE 15 SolStar Portable Energy Devices 2017 Yale Boulevard SE Suite D Telephone 1 505 255 2499 Albuquerque New Mexico 87106 Fax 1 505 22. adapter CLA I Step 2 Connect Globalstar CLA to female adapter Close up view Step 3 Connect female adapter to SolStar T 12g charger Copyright 2005 SoalStar Energy Devices 3 August 2005 GSP 1600 connected to SolStar T 12 charger Step 4 Orient SolStar T 12g solar charger directly towards sun for optimal charging Copyright 2005 SalStar Energy Devices 4 August 2005 Special Instructions for Globalstar GSP 1600 As with all solar charging systems using a 12 volt cigarette lighter adapter e Charger works best in cloudless conditions and full sun Make sure that charger fully faces the sun o It takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge the GSP 1600 in full sun 4 bars on the battery icon GSP 1600 display showing 4 bars on the battery icon and Charging is Complete message e It is best to monitor charging status from time to time in case of clouds low light conditions or shade Otherwise phone may display the Charging is Complete message prematurely If the Charging is Complete message is displayed prematurely the phone should be reset e tis best to let the phone charge for 5 minutes before attempting to place a call e In case the operator disconnects the phone from the charger in full sun and message display remains blank after reconnecting follow reset instructions RESET INSTRUCTIONS Disconnect then reconnect cigarette lighter adapter
3. from base of phone Wait for full sun Copyright 2005 SoalStar Energy Devices 5 August 2005 Folding Instructions for the SolStar T 12g Solar Charger Step 1 Fold the charger down the centerline active solar cells to the inside Step 2 Orient so the solar panel cord out of the junction box is on the up side gt 3 Starting at the end away from the cable fold the charger along its hinge folds Copyright 2005 S lStar Energy Devices 6 August 2005 4 When both the hook and loop sides of the Velcro are lined up press them together to secure the folded unit Note When correctly folded and secured the solar panel cord out of the junction box will have been folded inside the charger Copyright 2005 SalStar Energy Devices 7 August 2005 Helpful Tips e Unfold and place so solar cells are facing up with orientation to sun Copyright 2005 SoalStar Energy Devices 8 August 2005 With the grommets on each of the corners use tie cords or stakes to hold the solStar panel in place This is important to reduce loss or damage from high winds Ensure the solar panel cord out of the junction box is well connected to the female adapter To store the product simply disconnect the cords and fold with the solar cells facing in Use the attached strip to hold the folded panel in place The overall performance of the SolStar T 12g solar charger is dependent on a variety
4. of conditions including season orientation with direct sunlight cloudy conditions temperature and shadowing As a result providing typical performance parameters is dependent of the placement of the SolStar T 12g charger Copyright 2005 SoalStar Energy Devices 9 August 2005 NOTE When in use the SolStar T 12g solar charger will adjust its voltage and charge the electronic device at its intended rate Measuring current and voltage while charging may not give an accurate reading of the solar charger s performance The SolStar T 12g solar charger will not work with indoor lighting Copyright 2005 SoalStar Energy Devices 10 August 2005 Incorrect Deployment of the SolStar T 12g Charger Examples of incorrect deployment of the SolStar T 12g charger include oa wag Eht Pi ro a ual eee away from direct sunlight p S lStar T 12g charger in full shade Copyright 2005 S lStar Energy Devices 11 August 2005 e Although the SolStar T 12 charger is flexible ONLY FOLD the natural creases in the all cloth portions of the charger e DO NOT FOLD with the solar cells facing outward e DO NOT FOLD or crease the solar charger on sharp edges or objects e DO NOT CRUMPLE OR IMPROPERLY BEND SOLAR CELLS e DO NOT excessively flex or bend the charger as this could cause the plastic layers to crease or bubble e DONOT machine wash machine dry or dry clean the cha
5. 43 6355 USA www solstarenergy com Copyright 2005 S lStar Energy Devices i August 2005 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the SolStar T 12g folding solar power charger for use with the Globalstar GSP 1600 satellite phone The SolStar T 12g features the most advanced thin film solar cell technology available The patented copper based materials used to make the T 12g solar cells provide some of the highest solar electric efficiencies ever attained solStar Energy is proud to be the market leader in providing mobile energy devices to discriminating customers who require the most advanced lightweight portable power wherever their work or adventures take them anywhere on the planet SolStar Energy hopes you enjoy using your SolStar T 12g solar charger as much as we enjoy making this Earth friendly product available to you www solstarenergy com Copyright 2005 SalStar Energy Devices 1 August 2005 Parts List a Globalstar Cigarette Lighter Adapter CLA GSP 1600 Satellite Phone CLA is purchased separately and is not phone is purchased separately and included with charger is not included with charger Female Adapter supplied with the SolStar T 12 charger solStar T 12 Charger Copyright 2005 SalStar Energy Devices 2 August 2005 How to Connect SolStar T 12g Solar Charger to GSP 1600 Step 1 Connect GSP 1600 satellite phone to Globalstar cigarette lighter
6. ge Typical Power Watts at STC Maximum Limit for Open Circuit Voltage Maximum Power Watts Thermal Characteristics Power C Voltage C Cell Temperature Operating Range 40 F to 176 F 40 C to 80 C STC Irradiance level 1 000W m spectrum AM 1 5 and cell temperature 25 C i Data at Standard Test Conditions STC k Cigarette Lighter Adapters CLAs typically operate best between 11V and 14 5V Copyright 2005 S lStar Energy Devices 14 August 2005 Limited Warranty This SolStar T 12g folding solar power panel carries a one 1 year limited warranty against defects in workmanship and materials affecting performance SolStar Energy agrees to replace the defective product free of charge within the stated warranty period when returned by the original purchaser with proof of purchase This product is not guaranteed against wear or breakage due to misuse and or abuse In addition any units that show signs of creasing or folding on the active photovoltaic areas are not covered under this warranty solStar Portable Energy Devices www solstarenergy com solStar Energy Devices Phone 1 505 255 2499 2017 Yale Boulevard SE Suite D Albuquerque NM 87106 Fax 1 505 243 6355 USA Copyright 2005 SalStar Energy Devices 15 August 2005
7. rger e DO NOT reverse the polarity of the connections e The SolStar T 12 charger is not designed for continuous outdoor use Copyright 2005 SalStar Energy Devices 12 August 2005 Frequently Asked Questions How do I know that my SolStar T 12 charger is charging the GSP 1600 satellite phone Confirm that the charge bars are rolling inside the battery icon on the GSP 1600 display panel F a ena bal a View of GSP 1600 display showing rolling charge bars inside the battery icon during charging What happens if the SolStar T 12 charger gets wet The SolStar T 12 charger is made from water resistant material Wipe the product with a clean dry cloth and allow the product to dry before folding for storage DO NOT keep the product in or under water Can I leave the SolStar T 12 charger outside for continual use solStar T 12 chargers were not designed for continuous outdoor usage Once your GSP 1600 satellite phone is finished charging wipe the product with a clean dry cloth and allow the product to dry before folding for storage Copyright 2005 SalStar Energy Devices 13 August 2005 solStar T 12g Solar Charger Product Specifications Dimensions and Weight Folded Length in mm 29 5 749 3 18 457 Thickness in mm 0 03 62 9 4 Max power to weight ratio watt lb watt kg 13 3 30 Typical Current milliamps at STC at 11V Nominal Operating Volta
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