CPI 190 Features & Specs
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Swivel arm Convenient multiple positioning. Grounded AC outlet Convert vehicle battery power to AC household power. 2.1A USB port Charge iPod®, Blackberry®, mobile phones, tablets and many other USB devices. 130 Watts continuous power 260 Watts peak power. Traveler® compact design Fits conveniently in vehicle.
Swivel arm Convenient multiple positioning. Grounded AC outlet Convert vehicle battery power to AC household power. 2.1A USB port Charge iPod®, Blackberry®, mobile phones, tablets and many other USB devices. 130 Watts continuous power 260 Watts peak power. Traveler® compact design Fits conveniently in vehicle.
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..., IL 60707, US Cobra®, Nothing Comes Close to -battery cable with clips Thermal shut-down 130 watts 260 watts 88% < 0.2 amp Modified sinewave 10-14.4 VDC 110 VAC +/- 5% N/A 10.0 volts 1 Yes No Yes Reverse polarity protection LED volt/amp meter Warranty Package type Product weight Product dimensions Package dimensions Master pack quantity Master pack dimensions Master pack weight UPC Master Pack Barcode Application Typical Watts USB Devices: iPod...
..., IL 60707, US Cobra®, Nothing Comes Close to -battery cable with clips Thermal shut-down 130 watts 260 watts 88% < 0.2 amp Modified sinewave 10-14.4 VDC 110 VAC +/- 5% N/A 10.0 volts 1 Yes No Yes Reverse polarity protection LED volt/amp meter Warranty Package type Product weight Product dimensions Package dimensions Master pack quantity Master pack dimensions Master pack weight UPC Master Pack Barcode Application Typical Watts USB Devices: iPod...
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Table of Contents Introduction A1 How Your Cobra® Power Inverter Works A3 1 Rechargeable Appliances 1 2 Quick Checkout 2-3 3 Operation 4 4 Controls and Indicators 5 5 Operating Limits 6 5 Input Voltage/Automatic Shutdown 6 6 Troubleshooting Guide 7 7 Maintenance and Service 8-9 8 Power Consumption 10 9 Specifications 11 10 Limited 1-Year Warranty 12
Table of Contents Introduction A1 How Your Cobra® Power Inverter Works A3 1 Rechargeable Appliances 1 2 Quick Checkout 2-3 3 Operation 4 4 Controls and Indicators 5 5 Operating Limits 6 5 Input Voltage/Automatic Shutdown 6 6 Troubleshooting Guide 7 7 Maintenance and Service 8-9 8 Power Consumption 10 9 Specifications 11 10 Limited 1-Year Warranty 12
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... nickel cadmium batteries can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage output. Two types of which use a separate charger or transformer that is produces a low voltage AC or DC output (less than 30 volts) you can safely power the charger. 1 Small battery operated appliances that dangerous voltages are particularly prone to the unit. Certain battery chargers for battery packs used in hand power tools, specifically those...
... nickel cadmium batteries can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage output. Two types of which use a separate charger or transformer that is produces a low voltage AC or DC output (less than 30 volts) you can safely power the charger. 1 Small battery operated appliances that dangerous voltages are particularly prone to the unit. Certain battery chargers for battery packs used in hand power tools, specifically those...
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... as a vehicle battery). 2. Power Source You will work fine. 2 A 12 volt DC power source (such as a lamp WARNING or other small appliance that the power source must supply. A fully charged standard automotive battery will need an 10.4 to 14.4 volt DC power source capable of supplying enough current to the power source if flammable fumes are present. As a rough guide, divide the wattage...
... as a vehicle battery). 2. Power Source You will work fine. 2 A 12 volt DC power source (such as a lamp WARNING or other small appliance that the power source must supply. A fully charged standard automotive battery will need an 10.4 to 14.4 volt DC power source capable of supplying enough current to the power source if flammable fumes are present. As a rough guide, divide the wattage...
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Insert the cigarette lighter plug into your inverter to the load. It should supply power to the power source: 1. If the inverter does not appear to work properly, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on automatically. 2 QUICK CHECKOUT Quick Checkout (continued) To connect your vehicle's cigarette lighter. If the power source is a DC power supply, switch it off. 2. Testing The inverter will come on page 7. 5V/2.1A USB Port 3
Insert the cigarette lighter plug into your inverter to the load. It should supply power to the power source: 1. If the inverter does not appear to work properly, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on automatically. 2 QUICK CHECKOUT Quick Checkout (continued) To connect your vehicle's cigarette lighter. If the power source is a DC power supply, switch it off. 2. Testing The inverter will come on page 7. 5V/2.1A USB Port 3
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... ventilation openings on it. • cool-Ambient air temperature should use your unit must only be connected to batteries with a 6 volt battery, and will not work with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts. It will be damaged if it is connected to a 16 volt or greater battery. 4 The cooler the better. • ventilated... 105˚ F (0˚ and 40˚ C). CAUTION To prevent fire, do not cover or obstruct ventilation openings. 3 OPERATION CAUTION The inverter must be: • dry-Do not use the unit where water can drip or splash on the ends of clearance around the unit for proper...
... ventilation openings on it. • cool-Ambient air temperature should use your unit must only be connected to batteries with a 6 volt battery, and will not work with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts. It will be damaged if it is connected to a 16 volt or greater battery. 4 The cooler the better. • ventilated... 105˚ F (0˚ and 40˚ C). CAUTION To prevent fire, do not cover or obstruct ventilation openings. 3 OPERATION CAUTION The inverter must be: • dry-Do not use the unit where water can drip or splash on the ends of clearance around the unit for proper...
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4 CONTROLS & INDICATORS Powering Up Power/Fault Indicator To apply power to the CPI190, simply plug in to overheat. Cigarette Lighter Plug Power/Fault Indicator CAUTION NOTE: Make sure you unplug inverter from power source before you leave your CPI190 will light whenever the unit detects excessively high or low input voltage, or begins to 12 Volt DC source (cigarette lighter). The "fault" indicator of your vehicle. 5
4 CONTROLS & INDICATORS Powering Up Power/Fault Indicator To apply power to the CPI190, simply plug in to overheat. Cigarette Lighter Plug Power/Fault Indicator CAUTION NOTE: Make sure you unplug inverter from power source before you leave your CPI190 will light whenever the unit detects excessively high or low input voltage, or begins to 12 Volt DC source (cigarette lighter). The "fault" indicator of your vehicle. 5
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... way, it becomes overheated due to 15.5 ± 0.5 volts. The inverter will deliver 130 watts continuously. (NOTE: the wattage rating applies to 14.4 volts. This helps protect the unit from being over-discharged. The inverter will operate from input voltage ranging from 10.4 to resistive loads.) USB Output: 5 Volt continuous output. Input Voltage Your CPI190 will restart when the input...
... way, it becomes overheated due to 15.5 ± 0.5 volts. The inverter will deliver 130 watts continuously. (NOTE: the wattage rating applies to 14.4 volts. This helps protect the unit from being over-discharged. The inverter will operate from input voltage ranging from 10.4 to resistive loads.) USB Output: 5 Volt continuous output. Input Voltage Your CPI190 will restart when the input...
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No output voltage Low input voltage Recharge battery. Lower ambient temperature. 7 make sure ventilation openings in excess of 130 watts or 1.3 amperes Thermal shutdown Allow inverter to cool down Improve ventilation- 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem/ Symptom Possible Causes Low output voltage Overload Solution Reduce the load. No output voltage when load is in the inverter are not obstructed.
No output voltage Low input voltage Recharge battery. Lower ambient temperature. 7 make sure ventilation openings in excess of 130 watts or 1.3 amperes Thermal shutdown Allow inverter to cool down Improve ventilation- 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem/ Symptom Possible Causes Low output voltage Overload Solution Reduce the load. No output voltage when load is in the inverter are not obstructed.
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...dust and dirt. accumulation of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 7 MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Maintaining Your Inverter Your CPI190 requires very little maintenance to 5:30 p.m. The exterior of the unit should be cleaned periodically with your... damp cloth to prevent • Customer Service Operators are available at : www.cobra.com Cobra®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, MicroPort®, Traveler® and the snake design are registered trademarks of our customer support services: • Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours a day,...
...dust and dirt. accumulation of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 7 MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Maintaining Your Inverter Your CPI190 requires very little maintenance to 5:30 p.m. The exterior of the unit should be cleaned periodically with your... damp cloth to prevent • Customer Service Operators are available at : www.cobra.com Cobra®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, MicroPort®, Traveler® and the snake design are registered trademarks of our customer support services: • Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours a day,...
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...warranty, it cannot be repaired or replaced upon receipt, depending on the model. Enclose a typed or clearly written description of a sales receipt. Ship prepaid and insured This will ensure that your unit is out of warranty, you using a traceable carrier such receive service as quickly as as a photocopy or carbon copy of the problem you are asked to the Cobra... name and address where you of purchase, such as United Parcel Service (UPS), possible. If you are having with delivery confirmation. Ship to Cobra®. 5. If your unit requires service, please call...
...warranty, it cannot be repaired or replaced upon receipt, depending on the model. Enclose a typed or clearly written description of a sales receipt. Ship prepaid and insured This will ensure that your unit is out of warranty, you using a traceable carrier such receive service as quickly as as a photocopy or carbon copy of the problem you are asked to the Cobra... name and address where you of purchase, such as United Parcel Service (UPS), possible. If you are having with delivery confirmation. Ship to Cobra®. 5. If your unit requires service, please call...
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For each piece of equipment you must determine the battery's capacity (how long the battery can deliver 25 amperes for 180 minutes before it is completely discharged. 8 POWER CONSUMPTION Calculate the total watthours of energy consumption (power X operating time), then divide the watt-hours by 10 to determine how may 12 volt ampere hours will be consumed. 10 A battery with your CPI190, you will be powering with a reserve capacity of 180 minutes can deliver a specific amount of current. For example, automotive batteries usually provide 25 amperes of current).
For each piece of equipment you must determine the battery's capacity (how long the battery can deliver 25 amperes for 180 minutes before it is completely discharged. 8 POWER CONSUMPTION Calculate the total watthours of energy consumption (power X operating time), then divide the watt-hours by 10 to determine how may 12 volt ampere hours will be consumed. 10 A battery with your CPI190, you will be powering with a reserve capacity of 180 minutes can deliver a specific amount of current. For example, automotive batteries usually provide 25 amperes of current).
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.... Surge rating (0.1second) 260w 3. Output voltage 115V +/- 10% 9. Shutdown voltage (without load) 10.0V ±0.3V 13. Continuous output power 130w 2. No load current draw < 0.45 A (12.6 VDC) 6. Input voltage 10.4 - 14.4 VDC 12. Operating temperature range -10° C to be restarted after low voltage protection, the voltage of DC input should be above 12V. 11 To protect the battery, if the unit needs...
.... Surge rating (0.1second) 260w 3. Output voltage 115V +/- 10% 9. Shutdown voltage (without load) 10.0V ±0.3V 13. Continuous output power 130w 2. No load current draw < 0.45 A (12.6 VDC) 6. Input voltage 10.4 - 14.4 VDC 12. Operating temperature range -10° C to be restarted after low voltage protection, the voltage of DC input should be above 12V. 11 To protect the battery, if the unit needs...
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When used properly, your unit will give you for purchasing the CPI190 Power Inverter from Cobra®. 130 Watt Congratulations POWER INVERTER MODEL CPI190 Thank you many years of reliable service. The operating features include: • USB 5V/2.1A Output • AC receptacle • Low battery shutdown • Automatic thermal protection/shutdown Cigarette Lighter Plug 5V/2.1A USB Port AC Receptacle Power/Fault Indicator A2
When used properly, your unit will give you for purchasing the CPI190 Power Inverter from Cobra®. 130 Watt Congratulations POWER INVERTER MODEL CPI190 Thank you many years of reliable service. The operating features include: • USB 5V/2.1A Output • AC receptacle • Low battery shutdown • Automatic thermal protection/shutdown Cigarette Lighter Plug 5V/2.1A USB Port AC Receptacle Power/Fault Indicator A2
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... Your Cobra® Power Inverter Works The Cobra® Power Inverter takes low voltage DC (direct current) power from your automobile or other low voltage power supply and converts it to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. Central Time. •Questions can be faxed to 773-622-2269. • Automated Technical Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087. • Customer Service Operators are available...
... Your Cobra® Power Inverter Works The Cobra® Power Inverter takes low voltage DC (direct current) power from your automobile or other low voltage power supply and converts it to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. Central Time. •Questions can be faxed to 773-622-2269. • Automated Technical Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087. • Customer Service Operators are available...
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... that its option, a defective inverter upon delivery to any incidental, consequential or other rights which vary from loss of use or cost of this warranty. You must pay initial shipping charges required to the length of installation. including, without charge, repair or replace, at Cobra's expense, if the product is utilized within the U.S.A. 10 LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West...
... that its option, a defective inverter upon delivery to any incidental, consequential or other rights which vary from loss of use or cost of this warranty. You must pay initial shipping charges required to the length of installation. including, without charge, repair or replace, at Cobra's expense, if the product is utilized within the U.S.A. 10 LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West...
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The Cobra® line of quality products includes: CB Radios microTALK® 2-Way Radios Radar/Laser Detectors Mobile GPS Navigation Systems HighGear® Accessories CobraMarine® VHF Radios Power Inverters Accessories For more information about our products, or to order online please visit our website: www.cobra.com Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® Printed in China Part No. 480-992-P Version B © 2014 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707 USA
The Cobra® line of quality products includes: CB Radios microTALK® 2-Way Radios Radar/Laser Detectors Mobile GPS Navigation Systems HighGear® Accessories CobraMarine® VHF Radios Power Inverters Accessories For more information about our products, or to order online please visit our website: www.cobra.com Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® Printed in China Part No. 480-992-P Version B © 2014 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707 USA
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Operating Instructions for Your Cobra® 130 Watt POWER INVERTER MODEL CPI190 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 00
Operating Instructions for Your Cobra® 130 Watt POWER INVERTER MODEL CPI190 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 00
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... of utility power. For Best Results Your CPI190 must be used in electronic equipment, transformers and motors). Pay special attention to CAUTION and WARNING statements in this nature is suitable for most AC loads (including linear and switching power supplies used properly in order to as "square wave" or "modified sine wave." A waveform of life. Please read all instructions...
... of utility power. For Best Results Your CPI190 must be used in electronic equipment, transformers and motors). Pay special attention to CAUTION and WARNING statements in this nature is suitable for most AC loads (including linear and switching power supplies used properly in order to as "square wave" or "modified sine wave." A waveform of life. Please read all instructions...