NES500 - Battery charger Nitecore - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Portable charging station / Power station
Brand	Nitecore
Model	NES500
Battery capacity	Approximately 500 Wh
Input power	DC input 12-30 V (via AC adapter or solar panel)
AC output	1 AC outlet (230 V, rated power 500 W)
USB output	3 USB-A ports, 1 USB-C PD port
12 V output	1 cigarette lighter port (12 V / 10 A max recommended)
Display	LCD screen showing power, battery level, remaining time
Charging time (AC)	Approximately 10.5 hours
Charging time (100 W solar panel)	Approximately 5.5 hours (varies with conditions)
Operating temperature	-10°C to 40°C
Storage temperature	-20°C to 60°C
Main functions	Backup power for electronic devices, camping, mobile use
Safety	Overcharge, overheat, short-circuit, low voltage protection Intelligent cooling with built-in fan
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a dry or antistatic cloth Do not expose to water or moisture
Spare parts and repairability	Do not disassemble or modify the device No user-serviceable parts
Compatibility	Computers, smartphones, tablets, drones, lamps, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions - NES500 Nitecore

How to turn the NES500 on and off?

Press and hold the main switch to turn the station on or off.

How to activate the USB, 12V, or AC outputs?

After turning on the station, briefly press the switch for the desired output (USB, DC, or AC). The indicator lights up to show the port is active.

What to do if the AC output does not work?

Check the battery level: if it is too low, the AC output automatically disables. Recharge the station. Also ensure the AC output is activated via its switch and that the total power of connected devices does not exceed 500 W.

Can I use a solar panel to charge the station?

Yes, the NES500 can be charged via a solar panel (recommended: official NITECORE panels). Connect the panel to the DC input. Charging time varies with sunlight (min. 5.5 h with 100 W).

How long does it take to fully charge the NES500?

With the supplied AC adapter, charging time is about 10.5 hours. With a 100 W solar panel, expect about 5.5 hours in full sunlight.

What does the flashing power bar mean during charging?

During charging, the power bar flashes to indicate charging is in progress. When the station is fully charged, the bar stops flashing and displays 100%.

Does the station turn off automatically when unused?

Yes, if the station is on but all output ports are disabled, it will automatically turn off after 10 minutes to save energy.

What devices can I connect to the USB-C PD output?

The USB-C PD output allows fast charging of smartphones, tablets, and Power Delivery-compatible laptops, such as a MacBook Pro 16" (about 4 charges) or an iPhone 12 Pro (about 38 charges).

What to do in case of low power alarm?

When the battery level drops below 10%, the station sounds an alarm and the level flashes. Recharge the station as soon as possible. The AC output automatically disables at this level.

How to clean and maintain the NES500?

Use a dry or antistatic cloth to clean the device. Avoid any contact with water or moisture. Store it in a ventilated place, away from rain and extreme temperatures.

USER MANUAL NES500 Nitecore

Before using or storing, please plug the power station into the power outlet until it is fully charged.

IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING WARRANTY SERVICE

Thank 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

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    A["Power Input"] --> B["Solar Panel"]
    A --> C["AC Adapter"]
    A --> D["Car Charger"]
    B --> E["NITECORE"]
    C --> E
    D --> E
    E --> F["12V LED Lights"]
    E --> G["Smartphones"]
    E --> H["Laptops"]
    F --> I["Power Output"]
    G --> I
    H --> I
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    style I fill:#bbf,stroke:#333

Note: The power outlet shown in this manual is for reference only. The actual product may vary depending on regional variations.

Contents

Get Familiar With Your Gear 1

Technical Specifications 2

English 3

Deutsch 5

Francais 7

Русский 9

한국어 11

Italiano 13

Українська 15

简体中文 17

Get Familiar With Your Gear

Technical Specifications

NITECORE* INPUT 880 OUTPUT 880 WATTS NITECORE* NES300 NITECORE* OUTPUT 880 OUTPUT 880 WATTS 188% 0 188% 0 * The '220V AC' indicator is available only for 220V Versions. NITECORE* NES500

① Main Switch ② LCD Display
The LCD display can show the information on input/output power, power remaining and more. (NESS00 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.)
③ DC Input ④ DC Output Switch (For Controlling ⑤ )

⑤ Cigarette Lighter Output

⑥ USB Output Switch (For Controlling ⑦ )

⑦ USB Output

NES300: 2 x USB-A Output, 1 x USB-C PD Output NES500: 3 x USB-A Output, 1 x USB-C PD Output ⑧ AC Output Switch (For Controlling ⑨ )

⑨ AC Output The power outlet shown in this manual is for reference only. The actual product may vary depending on regional variations.

Model NES300
Cell 13650 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 34kg (7.5lbs)
Accessories AC Adapter, Power Cord, Car Charger

Model NES500
Cell 13650 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 565kg (12.46lbs)
Accessories AC Adapter, Power Cord, Car Charger

(English) User Manual

① Main Switch

② LCD Display

The 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.)

③ DC Input

④ DC Output Switch (For Controlling ⑤)

⑤ Cigarette Lighter Output

⑤ USB Output Switch (For Controlling ⑦ )

⑦ USB Output

NES300: 2 x USB-A Output, 1 x USB-C PD Output

NES500: 3 x USB-A Output, 1 x USB-C PD Output

⑧ AC Output Switch (For Controlling ⑨ )

⑨ AC Output

The power outlet shown in this manual is for reference only. The actual product may vary depending on regional variations.

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 NESS00
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

1. Long press the Main Switch to turn on/off the power station.

2. 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 devices.

Note:

1. 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.

2. When the power level is near depletion, the AC output will not be available for use and will be automatically turned off. The power station will set off a warning alarm to inform the user on the low power level.

3. Please turn off the AC output to save power if it is left unused for a prolong time.

4. When the power station is on with all ports turned off, it will be automatically turned off to save power in 10 minutes.

5. 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 lifespan.

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. 14 Charges	Approx. 24 Charges
	iPhone 12 Pro	Approx. 20 Charges	Approx. 38 Charges
	MacBook Pro 16"	Approx. 2 Charges	Approx. 4 Charges
	iPad Pro 12.9"	Approx. 6 Charges Approx. 11 Charges
	Switch	Approx. 14 Charges	Approx. 25 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!

1. Please read the user manual carefully before using the product.

2. Ambient Temperature of Usage: -10\~40°C (14\~104°F); Temperature of Storage: -20\~60°C (-4\~140°F)

3. Please only use charging accessories included or sold officially to charge the product. It is compatible with the 12V cigarette lighter only when charged via the car charger.

4. 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 station.

5. 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 younger.

6. DO NOT leave the product unattended when it is working. Unplug the product at any sign of malfunction.

7. It is risky to use accessories made by unprofessional manufacturers or sold by unauthorized dealers.

8. DO NOT operate the product if the power outlet or the power cord is damaged.

9. Please unplug the product when it is left unused.

10. Store the device in ventilated areas. 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).

11. 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.

12. Please use a dry or anti-static cloth to keep the device clean.

13. Avoid any shock or impact to the device.

14. DO NOT place any conductive or metal object in the device to avoid short circuiting and explosions.

15. 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 risks.

Troubleshooting

- If the external device cannot be recharged by the power station, please follow these steps:

1. Check the LCD display. 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.

2. Ensure that the output port has been turned on when being used, which is indicated by the respective indicator on the switch.

3. Check if the total power of the external devices exceeds the rated specifications of the power station.

4. Check if there is an unstable contact with the external devices.

- 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.

④ Interruthors DC Output (Bar Controllara ⑤)

Our authorized dealers and distributors are responsible for warranty service. Should any problem covered under warranty occurs, customers can contact their dealers or distributors in regards to their warranty claims, as long as the product was purchased from an authorized dealer or distributor. NITECORE's Warranty is provided only for products purchased from an authorized source. This applies to all NITECORE products.

Any DOA / defective product can be exchanged for a replacement through a local distributor/dealer within the 15 days of purchase. After 15 days, all defective / malfunctioning NITECORE ^2 products can be repaired free of charge for a period of 12 months (1 year) from the date of purchase. Beyond 12 months (1 year), a limited warranty applies, covering the cost of labor and maintenance, but not the cost of accessories or replacement parts. For an optional free warranty extension of 6 months, please refer to the "IMPORTANT WARRANTY NOTICE" section on top to validate your product.

The warranty is nullified if the product(s) is/are:

1. broken down, reconstructed and/or modified by unauthorized parties

2. damaged from wrong operations

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distributor or send an email to [e-mail].

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SYSMAX Innovations Co., Ltd.

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