Targus PAPWR005U Mobile Power Inverter
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Manufacturer: Targus
Model: PAPWR005U
Binding: Electronics
Publisher: Targus
Label: Targus
Features for Targus PAPWR005U Mobile Power Inverter:
- Power On-The-Go: Using a Standard Cigarette Lighter, Power Your Notebook, DVD Player, Game Console, Digital Camera, Cell Phone, CDPlayer or Other Electronic Device
- Battery Management System: Built-In Surge Protection and Auto Shut Off to Prevent Damage or Draining Your Battery
- Convenient Design: Fits In Any Standard Cup Holder or Lays Flat On Any Surface
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Customer Reviews
Targus Power Inverter 
2008-08-29
I like this converter. I can plug my Laptop into it while in the car, and be productive all day long. I don't have to worry about my laptop battery dying or having to wait for my PC to boot when I need info.
Great little device 
2008-08-04
My family uses this on those long car rides, and because we have a lot of portable electronics (DVD player, iPods, Mobile phones, and more) it really provides a flexible solution for keeping us in power.
My only complaint is that the unit could be a little bit smaller. Otherwise, it does what it says.
silent, cool operation (no fan!) 2007-12-30
I first bought the 100W slim line inverter that Targus makes (APV10US) and the fan in that unit was so outrageously loud, i returned it.
So i returned it for the cheaper, larger 90W unit and was delighted to find that it was completely silent and had NO FAN!!!!
the power is fine for DVD players, my IBM thinkpad laptop, etc. (just not at the same time).
Short-lived Joy 
2007-06-21
I successfully used the Targus PAPWR005U power inverter on a 400+ mile trip to power my Mac PowerBook G4 (to watch DVDs) with the kids. Unfortunately it only made the one trip. The next week, on another 400+ mi car ride, the inverter started beeping constantly and then went into shutdown mode, I'm assuming because it was drawing too much power and was overheating. At 90 Watts, the power output matched the power draw from the Mac PowerBook, but didn't have enough umph to spare. I'd caution everyone to check the power rating on their laptop power bricks first before using it with a power inverter. Get an inverter that is at least 1.5-2x the power rating of the device you want to use.
good so far 2007-02-13
I have had this item for about 6 weeks. Haven't used to a lot, but so far I like it. This power inverter is smaller and looks nicer than my old one, which was stolen out of my car along with a few other things.
It has one electrical outlet, and above that is a cigarette lighter outlet, so if you have other devices that need that kind outlet you can use them while this power inverter is plugged in.
The plug fits kind of loosely in my cigarette lighter outlet, but I don't know if that's the plug or the outlet on my car.
The only thing I don't like about this item is the "no tangle" cord. Its one of those coiled up cords, like a telephone cord (look at the picture of the item). The cord is long enough that it could stretch to the backseat, but if I were to try this it would pull the plug out of the outlet. Its coiled so tight that I couldn't really put it anywhere that would require the coil to be stretched. It just annoys me that they call it a 36" cord. For practical use not more than probably 18", but I don't have the item right in front of me to measure it.
I'll still give this item 5 stars. 4.5 if Amazon allowed 1/2 stars.
for commuters and travellers everywhere 2004-08-29
The 90 Watt Targus Mobile Power Inverter is the perfect AC and DC power source for anyone who travels in an RV, car, airplane, or boat. The unique design of the power inverter allows you to lay the product flat on its side or inside a cup holder. A single AC outlet powers and/or charges a notebook, portable DVD player, game console and other AC accessories while the cigarette lighter socket provides DC power. "Plug-in" power eliminates the need for spare batteries and the built-in surge protection allows for safe usage during car start-up and shutdown. The Power Inverter also features a 36-inch, "no tangle" cord. So now, it's easy to power up wherever you go!
