Kensington K33197 120W Auto/Air Ultra Portable Notebook PC Power Adapter
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Manufacturer: KensingtonAudio: English (Original Language)
Platform: Linux, Mac, Mac OS 9 and below, Mac OS X, Windows
Model: K33197US
Color: 120W Auto/Air Power Adapter
Product features:
- Ultra slim lightweight design for easy portability everywhere
- Powers and charges a notebook computer from any Wall or Auto/Air source
- Notebook tips included for most Dell, HP, Compaq, IBM, Lenovo, Toshiba, Sony, Gateway, Acer PCs
- Works with your own USB cable or purchase a Kensington USB Power Tip Pack with retractable USB cable (sold separately)
- Regardless of suffix, SmartTips are identical and compatible as noted in user's manual (for example, N19B and N19 are identical products)
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Customer Review: Gets rid of a ton of bricks for gadget freaks on the go
Summary: 4 Stars
This is the perfect adapter for me as it powers both my notebook and all of my gadgets from a single brick. I use it for my notebook, DVD player, cell phone, mp3 player, guitar trainer and PDA. The Kensington is simple, compact and lightweight without a lot of fussy extra stuff to deal with. The iGo and Targus systems require a separate dongle for low-power devices like cell phones and CD-players.
"Brick" really isn't a good description though, because the Kensington transformer has a super slim profile and is lightweight. I bought the 120w version because some people reported trouble with the 70w on newer HP Compaq Business notebooks. I figured the 120w is good now and insurance against obsolesence in the future.
The power supply is just part of the picture though, as the real beauty of the system is the "smart tip" feature. I frequently fly on international and long haul domestic trips and like to take along my portable DVD player for entertainment. Instead of hauling heavy auxiliary batteries or having both a DC adapter for the plane/rental car AND the regular power bricks, cables and wall warts for AC, now all I need is a single power supply and the right tips.
It seemed like I was always forgetting to pack the one crucial component I needed, like the USB cable to charge my Tungsten T or the wall wart for my mp3 player. With this system, everything stays in one pouch in my carry-on briefcase and the OEM power supplies stay at home, no more sharing and forgetting....
On the downside, the AC power cord really needs to be longer. Now it hangs down off the wall with the weight of the brick straining the cord. This will eventually lead to failure and an electrical hazard unless replaced. Also on my wish list is a separate European two-prong power cord to eliminate the need to pack a plug adapter.
Technical support is a joke, as the call desk didn't even know that any of the DVD tips were available. Technical spec information is nigh on impossible to get. My DVD player wasn't listed on the website and I wanted to know which tip supplied 9v.
Good luck trying to find that out without a major research project. I wish Kensington would just publish a compatibility chart on the site and keep it current, instead of that goofy query-based tip selector. It is so out of date, that it doesn't list many of the DVD player models that have tips (e.g. Panasonic).
I wanted to find the right tip for my Philips PET1000 DVD player. I finally had to go to the manufacturer websites that Kensington makes tips for to dig out which one uses 9v (it was Panasonic). Bought the tip, works like a charm. This works for other devices that aren't listed too, like my Tascam gutiar trainer. If the tip fits your device without forcing or isn't loose, it is probably the right one. However, ALWAYS check the voltage and amperage first to avoid frying your stuff.
The bottom line is that this is head and shoulders above the other AC/DC systems out there. If Kensington can keep up the product support by making new tips for gadgets as they hit the marketplace, it could be around for a long time.
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Description of Kensington K33197 120W Auto/Air Ultra Portable Notebook PC Power Adapter
Ultra portable power wherever you go. Big power takes a slim profile with the Wall/Auto/Air Ultra Portable Notebook Power Adapter. It delivers reliable power for today's high-performance notebooks as well as mobile devices such as iPodŽ, mobile or smartphones, and PDAs--whether you're in the air, on the road or just at the office. Output power: up to 120 watts. Unit measures 5.6 in. x 3.1 in x .77 in and weights just 8 ounces (additional 8 ounces with cables). Built-in over current protection, short-circuit protection and over-temperature protection. Connection plugs included for use at home/office, airplane or car. Works with your own USB cable or purchase separately a Kensington USB Power Tip Pack with retractable USB cable. Included Tips: N1 or N1B; N2 or N2B; N3 or N3B; N9 or N9-B; N14 or N14B; N15 or N15B; N19 or N19B; N27 or N27B; N29 or N29B; N30 or N30B; USB1 or USB1B; also includes connection plugs for use at home/office, airplane or car.The Kensington 33197 120-Watt Notebook AC/DC Power Adapter uses patented technology to deliver all the power you need in a size that is 40-percent smaller and lighter than other power supplies, for easy portability. With its AC and DC power options, you always have the right adapter, whether you are in the office, on the road, or on a plane. This Kensington 33197 is able to power or charge virtually all notebook computers from any AC or DC source, as well as providing the right power for iPods, cell phones, DVD players, and PDAs. The ideal replacement for, or upgrade to, your existing power supply, this power adapter works on most HP, Compaq, Sony, IBM, Gateway, and Averatec notebooks, includes multiple tips for use with these major brands, and is backed by Kensington's one-year warranty. This unit weighs six ounces, and measures 5.6 x 0.66 x 3.1 inches (WxDxH).
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