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I didn't read the instructions before using this charger! Who does?? Well... BIG MISTAKE! I ended up ruining my device. I bought this charger to replace the charger I lost for my Summer Infant Day and Night Handheld Color Video Monitor with 1.8" Screen Silver. Because I inserted the tip into the plug using the wrong polarity and voltage, I fried my baby video monitor. I eventually fixed the monitor, but one of the buttons stopped working on it permanently due to power overload and it no longer works if it's not connected to the charger. AFTER I read the instructions, I set the tip to the right polarity and voltage and the monitor charges.

I'm so mad at myself, but it's not the charger's fault! Ugh!!!

Minus 1 star because the USB port does NOT simultaneously work when the charger is charging one of the tips! That really sucks cause I thought I would be able to charge my baby monitor AND cell phone/ipod at the same time from the same outlet!

BE VERY CAREFUL AND READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PLUGGING IT INTO ANY DEVICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Don't make my mistake! I'm paying for it now!!!

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This Powerline Universal AC adapter can be used in place of disposable batteries. In addition, there is an USB power port for devices that draw power via an USB cord. It is NOT a charger; it cannot be used for electronic gadgets with rechargeable batteries, although the USB port can be used as a power outlet for devices with built-in or plugged-in chargers. This adapter plugs into a 100-120VAC outlet only and thus may not be compatible with the electrical grids of some foreign countries. The current draw is rated at 1300 mA; that is large for an AC adapter (See Footnote). I bought an exact model of this adapter in a retail store about 3-1/2 years ago and it is still functioning perfectly. It is a proven product, folks.

The blades of this AC adapter can be folded flat for easy storage. There are 5 voltage settings: 3V, 4.5V, 6V, 7.5V, 9V, and 12V, and an USB power setting. It comes with 7 interchangeable plugs of various sizes, secured in a storage bar. Note that you can only use either the USB port or a power plug at any single time, but not both at the same time. Before you install a plug onto the cord, you need to find out the polarity of your device; it is either tip positive or tip negative. You can usually find the information right next to the power socket of your electronic device. Install the plug by lining up the + or symbol with the word "Tip" on the plug receptor of the cord. The wrong polarity may harm electronic gadgets with delicate integrated circuits. It is therefore best to obtain the polarity information ahead of time.

Footnote: If you are buying an adapter to replace an old one that came with a product, buy one with a current rating equal to or more than the original.

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I bought it as a companion to an electronic and unfortunately it didn't work, tested it with other items and it works just fine! Ended up returning the other piece but keeping this charger. I have gone around testing it with other electronics like my cell phone using the USB port and it also works. I am really happy with this purchase!

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Rated down one point because there was no mention that the tips are in 90 degree configurations. Makes the tips shorter than a straight configuration and more apt to not fit in all the way. Barely stays in my device because it's too short. Otherwise, the adapter works well.

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This adapter does not allow you to use the USB port at the same time as the universal tip part. Also, the 1.3A rating is for the tip portion only. The USB portion is a mere 300mA.