NITECORE Portable Outdoor Power Station User Manual
Charging Tips
Charging TipsBefore using or storing, please plug the power station into the power outlet until it is fully charged
IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING WARRANTY SERVICE
IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING WARRANTY SERVICEThank you for purchasing! Before using this product, please find your verification code on the package box, and go to http://charger.nitecore.com/validation (or scan the QR code beside the verification code to visit on your mobile phone). Type in your verification code and personal information as required, and submit the page. After verification, NITECORE will send you a warranty service email for a free warranty extension of 6 months. This email and your registration email address are essential to your possible warranty application.
How It Works
Note: The power outlet shown in this manual is for reference only. The actual product may vary depending on regional variations.
Get Familiar With Your Gear
- Main Switch
- LCD DisplayThe LCD display can show the information on input/ output power, power remaining and more. (NES500 can also show the runtime lasting and charging time remaining. Short press the Main Switch to switch between them when the power station is being charged.)
- DC Input
- DC Output Switch (For Controlling
- Cigarette Lighter Output
- USB Output Switch (For Controlling
- USB OutputNES300: 2 x USB-A Output, 1 x USB-C PD OutputNES500: 3 x USB-A Output, 1 x USB-C PD Output
- AC Output Switch (For Controlling )
- AC OutputThe power outlet shown in this manual is for reference only. The actual product may vary depending on regional variations.
Technical Specifications
| Model | NES300 | |
| Cell | 18650 Li-ion Batteries | |
| Capacity | 311Wh (10.8V, 28.8Ah) (86400mAh) | |
| DC Input | 14.4V-26V, up to 10A (160W max) | |
|
AC Output |
220V Version: 220V~0.91A 50Hz, Pure Sine Wave |
200W, 400W surge |
| 110V Version: 110V~1.81A 60Hz, Pure Sine Wave | ||
| Cig Lighter Output | 12V⎓10A (120W max) | |
| USB Output | 5V⎓2.4A (12W max each port) | |
| USB-C Output | 5V⎓3A / 9V⎓3A / 12V⎓3A / 15V⎓3A / 20V⎓3A (60W max) | |
| Shelf-life | Charge every 3-6 months | |
| Lifecycles | 500 cycles to 80% (discharge rate: 1C, full charge/discharge, Temp 25°C) | |
| Operating Temperature | -10~40°C (14~104°F) | |
| Dimensions | 227mm x 211mm x 129mm (8.94″ x 8.31″ x 5.08″) | |
| Weight | 3.4kg (7.5lbs) | |
| Accessories | AC Adapter, Power Cord, Car Charger |
| Model | NES500 | |
| Cell | 18650 Li-ion Batteries | |
| Capacity | 518Wh (10.8V, 48Ah) (144000mAh) | |
| DC Input | 14.4V-26V, up to 10A (160W max) | |
|
AC Output |
220V Version: 220V~2.27A 50Hz, Pure Sine Wave |
500W, 1000W surge |
| 110V Version: 110V~4.54A 60Hz, Pure Sine Wave | ||
| Cig Lighter Output | 12V⎓10A (120W max) | |
| USB Output | 5V⎓2.4A (12W max each port) | |
| USB-C Output | 5V⎓3A / 9V⎓3A / 12V⎓3A / 15V⎓3A / 20V⎓3A (60W max) | |
| Shelf-life | Charge every 3-6 months | |
| Lifecycles | 500 cycles to 80% (discharge rate: 1C, full charge/discharge, Temp 25°C) | |
| Operating Temperature | -10~40°C (14~104°F) | |
| Dimensions | 262mm x 237mm x 154mm (10.31″ x 9.33″ x 6.06″) | |
| Weight | 5.65kg (12.46lbs) | |
| Accessories | AC Adapter, Power Cord, Car Charger |
Charging Function
Before using or storing, please plug the power station into the power outlet until it is fully charged. When the power station is on/off, connect it to an external power via the DC input port to charge the product.
Charging Indication: During the charging process, the display will show the input power and the power bar will flash to inform the user. When the power station is fully charged, the power bar will stop flashing and the power level will show 100%.
Charging Time:
| NES300 | NES500 | |
| 100W Solar Panel (Depending on the sunlight intensity, temperature, etc.) | min. 3.5h | min. 5.5h |
| AC Adapter / Car Charger | min. 6.5h | min. 10.5h |
Operating Instructions
- Long press the Main Switch to turn on/off the power
- When the power station is turned on, short press the output switches to turn on the respective output port and its indicator to power the external
Note:
- When the output power exceeds the rated specifications, the AC output will be automatically turned off to ensure that the power station will not be damaged due to power overload.
- When the power level is near depletion, the AC output will not be available for use and will be automatically turned The power station will set off a warning alarm to inform the user on the low power level.
- Please turn off the AC output to save power if it is left unused for a prolong
- When the power station is on with all ports turned off, it will be automatically turned off to save power in 10
- The power station has an intelligent thermal protection. It will automatically activate the cooling system according to the working condition to effectively protect the batteries and prolong their
Compatible Devices
AC Output: Laptops, monitors, etc.
USB Output: Smartphones, digital cameras, tablets, e-readers, etc.
12V Cig Lighter Output: Lighting appliances, car chargers, etc.
| NES300 | NES500 | ||
| Cig Lighter Output | 12V/5W LED Light | Approx. 55h | Approx. 92h |
|
AC Output |
Drone 38W | Approx. 7 Charges | Approx. 12 Charges |
| Fan 40W | Approx. 7h | Approx. 11h | |
| Electric Blanket 60W | Approx. 5h | Approx. 8h |
| NES300 | NES500 | ||
|
AC Output |
Projector 100W | Approx. 3h | Approx. 5h |
| LCD TV 150W | Approx. 2h | Approx. 3h | |
| Desktop Computer 200W | Approx. 1h | Approx. 2h | |
|
USB Output |
Mate 40 Pro | Approx. 17 Charges | Approx. 28 Charges |
| iPhone 12 Pro | Approx. 20 Charges | Approx. 34 Charges | |
| MacBook Pro 16″ | Approx. 3 Charges | Approx. 5 Charges | |
| iPad Pro 12.9″ | Approx. 8 Charges | Approx. 13 Charges | |
| Switch | Approx. 17 Charges | Approx. 29 Charges |
Note: The stated data is tested in the NITECORE Lab for reference only. The data may vary in real world use due to different power of the devices or environmental conditions.
Low Power Warning: The power station needs to be recharged when it sets off a warning alarm in the output status and the power level flashes to inform the user that the power level is below 10%.
Important Safety Instructions
Warnings!
- Please read the user manual carefully before using the
- Ambient Temperature of Usage: -10~40°C (14~104°F); Temperature of Storage: -20~60°C (-4~140°F)
- Please only use charging accessories included or sold officially to charge the It is compatible with the 12V cigarette lighter only when charged via the car charger.
- Please connect the applicable external devices only according to the specifications in this user manual. The total power of the external devices should be no more than the rated specifications of the power
- The charger is designed for adults. Use of the charger by kids under age must be under supervision. Operation, using or cleaning of the charger may NOT be done by kids aged 8 years or
- DO NOT leave the product unattended when it is Unplug the product at any sign of malfunction.
- It is risky to use accessories made by unprofessional manufacturers or sold by unauthorized
- DO NOT operate the product if the power outlet or the power cord is
- Please unplug the product when it is left
- Store the device in ventilated DO NOT expose the device in rain or moist environment. Keep it at least 20cm (7.87″) away from other objects and away from any combustible material. DO NOT place or cover other objects over the device or use the device in environments with a temperature over 40°C (104°F).
- DO NOT expose the device to open flames or extremely high ambient temperatures. DO NOT store or use the product in an environment where the temperature is extremely high / low or changes rapidly, or in a confined area with a high temperature.
- Please use a dry or anti-static cloth to keep the device
- Avoid any shock or impact to the
- DO NOT place any conductive or metal object in the device to avoid short circuiting and
- DO NOT disassemble or modify the device as this could result in battery explosion, cracking or leaking, causing personal injury, property damage and/or other unpredictable
Troubleshooting
- If the external device cannot be recharged by the power station, please follow these steps:
- Check the LCD The AC output will be automatically turned off if the power level is too low. In that case, please recharge the product as soon as possible.
- Ensure that the output port has been turned on when being used, which is indicated by the respective indicator on the switch.
- Check if the total power of the external devices exceeds the rated specifications of the power
- Check if there is an unstable contact with the external
- About solar panels:
The power efficiency of the solar panels may vary depending on the sunlight intensity, temperature, etc. It might suffer from a reduced power when in cloudy or windy environments. To ensure a high efficiency and charging safety, it is recommended to use official NITECORE solar panels (sold separately) to charge the product.
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