Energy Saving Electrical

A must have for storms and emergencies. The CC Solar Observer is a C.
Crane-designed, wind-up emergency radio with AM/FM and Weather Band. We
made sure that it has good AM reception and an LED flashlight that is
built into the end of the radio.

It can be very important in an emergency to have a way get power to the radio. You can get power to the radio from many sources:

1. No sun, no problem. You can insert 3-AA alkaline batteries for power
2. No alkaline batteries, still no problem. Crank the handle moderately for
   about 10 minutes for one hour of radio play or purchase AC adapter to charge battery pack. If AC adapter is purchased it is best to charge the battery overnight and then unplug.
3. The easiest way is just put it in the sun. The radio plays for about the same number of hours the radio is in full sun.

In case you're wondering, along with good AM reception, you also get FM
and the Weather band — which comes in really handy if you're using the
radio during a power failure. The CC Observer has a built-in 2-inch
speaker, or you can plug in your headphones for private listening in
stereo.

We have included cell phone adapters for many popular cell
phones and PDA’s so you can charge them with the CC Observer. We are
unable to supply adapters for any other models at this time. Certain
models, like a Blackberry^®, can be charged but doing so
requires vigorous cranking for a second or two to initialize the charge
circuit on the phone. After that initial effort, you can crank it a
normal pace.

Included cell phone adapters:

Moto V3 (Mini-B USB)
Samsung N630
Nokia 2.0mm
LG KG90
IPhone™

Weight: 1 lb. Size: 7.25" W x 5.5" H x 2" D

This high powered solar charger charges two rechargeable batteries of the same type and size (D, C, AA, AAA). It puts out about 160mA and about 5 volts. All of the other solar battery chargers tested were unsuitable because their voltage was too low.

Using NiMH rechargeable batteries instead of single-use alkaline batteries can save you a lot of money. If you own a digital camera, you know that they use alkaline batteries at an alarmingly fast rate. NiMH batteries, on the other hand, were developed especially to meet the higher energy demands of today's electronic devices. NiMH batteries are more powerful and more environmentally friendly than standard alkaline or NiCad batteries. NiMH batteries also don't suffer from the "memory effect" like NiCad batteries.

Rechargeable batteries need to be "conditioned" - charged and discharged at least three or four times - to come up to full capacity.

AAA: 1000 MAH

AA: 2500 MAH 

The CC Quick Charger-2 recharges four "AA", "AAA", "C" or "D" or two 9-volt NiMH batteries at a time. The Quick Charger-2 is not recommended for NiCad type batteris at this time. Just insert any combination of these batteries in any state of charge and close the lid. A discharge option is available which can be used to improve the capacity of new or seldom used batteries. There is also a USB port in the back for charging your MP3 player, cell phone or USB device. When using the USB port for charging, you must remove any batteries you have in the charger or wait until they have finished charging before the USB port will activate. Additional features include an LCD display screen that shows each battery and its charge level as it charges or discharges. The LCD display will also let you know if the battery is bad or causing a short circuit. There is a saftey timer built in for extra protection to prevent overcharging in special circumstances.

The Powermonkey Explorer by Powertraveller is a portable charger for your devices - giving you 96 hours of standby on your mobile, 40 hours on your iPod, 5 hours on your games console, 48 hours on your PDA and 6 hours on MP3/MP4 players. The Powermonkey Explorer comes with all the same adaptor tips as the standard Powermonkey and Solarmonkey and is compatible with the majority of mobile phones, iPods (now including iPhone 3GS/4), MP3/MP4, PDAs and portable games consoles including the Sony PSP and Nintendo DS & DS-Lite. Make sure your Powermonkey Explorer's got full power at all times by charging one of three ways: via the included universal mains charger, via USB or via the included solar panel!

The solarmonkey solar panel draws power from the sun and coverts it into handy power! The latest Powermonkey Explorers all feature state-of-the-art MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) technology which enables more efficient charging of the powermonkey battery unit in low light conditions.

The kit includes a useful Velcro strap, enabling the solarmonkey to be attached to a  rucksack or tent - perfect for charging the Powermonkey battery unit when you're out and about in the sun. It can even be hung from a window, left in a car or taken anywhere the sun shines! Make sure the Powermonkey Explorer portable charger unit is turned OFF when re-charging from the solar panel in order to reduce charging time!

The solarmonkey & solarnut by Powertraveller can be connected directly to your phone, iPod, PDA, PSP and more, enabling you to recharge without the need for batteries or a mains power supply! The solarmonkey works via two solar panels which generate an electric current when exposed directly to sunlight, which in turn charges your device. (Please Note: The solarmonkey panel does NOT hold a charge.)

The Powermonkey by Powertraveller charger for hand-held electronics is acclaimed in the US and abroad for being one of lightest and most versatile chargers for cell phones and portable electronics. It is compatible with the majority of mobile phones and comes with adaptor tips for the following: Nokia & Mini Nokia, Micro USB, Samsung G600, LG Chocolate, Sony-Ericsson wide connector, Mini USB, Female USB charging tip, iPod/iPhone tip, DC 4.0 for Sony PSP and a USB retractable cable. You can charge the Powermonkey using a wall outlet, in your car and through computers using the USB adaptor. The Powermonkey can hold a standby charge for up to one year. The maxium reserve power available in the Powermonkey will supply the following: all iPods - 40 hours, mobile phones - 96 hours, digital Cameras - 1600 pictures, two-way radios - 24 hours, Sony PSPs  - 5 hours, MP3 / MP4s - 6 hours and PDAs - 48 hours.

Get the most out of your Solarmonkey portable solar charger! This nifty little gadget changes color to indicate the UV intensity of the sun - the stronger the color, the more effective your Solarmonkey becomes! As importantly, the UV monkey will help keep you safe in the sun - if the color on the chart shows strong UV put up your parasol and move into the shade! Made from the same tough rubberized materials as the Solarmonkey and Powermonkey Explorer portable chargers - chuck it in your beach bag and head out into  the sunshine!

The Motormonkey by Powertraveller is designed to be permanently located in the car's socket, sitting passively until you need it. Only when your mobile or other electronic device is connected does the internal intelligent circuit activate the supply of power to the unit. When your device is fully charged, motormonkey will automatically shut down - ready for when you need it next! The motormonkey also comes with a retractable USB cable which you can take along to recharge your gadgets from your laptop. A complete charging solution for the busy traveler!

Light Features

• The super-high efficiency, long life LED is supplied by
  market-leading Nichia. We selected Nichia for their superior product
  performance and consistency. The LED’s have a 10+ year lifetime.
• The eco-friendly AA nickel hydride 1200 mAh rechargeable battery provides 6+ hours of operation on fully charged batteries.
• The light is completely waterproof.
• The carabiner has been improved with thumb tabs on the gate for easy
  opening and the redesigned hook has a wider opening than our previous
  lights.
• Uses and Benefits:
• 1. Save money - only have to change the batteries every 2 years
• 2. Outdoor adventures - perfect for camping, hiking, exploring caves, and sailing
• 3. Emergencies - very useful for night time search and rescue, car
  breakdowns, blackouts, and power outages due to storms, tornadoes, and
  hurricanes.
• 4. Developing countries - improves security and allows children to read at night

• The rugged construction will provide reliable and renewable light for years.
• Over time, the light costs next to nothing compared to conventional flashlights since it is recharged by the sun.

• Dimensions: Light is 6.2” long; Maximum dimensions: 6 3/16” long x 2 5/8” high x 1 ¾” wide.
• Weight (including battery): 5 oz., 150 grams