31. Aug, 2010
SANYO Releases New Portable Power Sources for the Latest Gadgets
Advanced eneloop boosters available for iPad*1, XPERIA*2 and Nintendo DS(R)*3 series!
Tokyo, August 31, 2010 - SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. (SANYO) is pleased to announce the release of the ‘eneloop mobile booster
(KBC-L2BS)’ - a lithium-ion battery with USB power ports capable of supplying power to the latest gadgets, the ‘iPad*1’ a tablet
PC and the ‘iPhone*1’ by Apple as well as the ‘XPERIA*2’ a smartphone by Sony Ericsson in addition to other mobile phones. At
the same time, SANYO will also release the ‘eneloop stick booster (KBC-D1BS)’ - a handy power source with USB power port,
together with charging adapters (KBC-DS2AS, KBC-DS3AS) for ‘Nintendo DS*3 Series (DSLite and DSi/DSi LL)’ - portable game
consoles. These new products will go on sale in Japan*4 as new members of the ‘eneloop universe’: the product series based on
the ‘eneloop’ concept of "a lifestyle that values reusing and recycling." The ‘eneloop mobile booster (KBC-L2BS)’ is scheduled to
go on sale globally after its release in Japan.
SANYO will continue to develop and expand its ‘eneloop universe’ product series while emphasizing lifestyles that value reusing
resources, allowing people to enjoy the conveniences the series offers, as well as a sustainable energy lifestyle.
Product
Lithium-ion Battery with
Handy Power
Charging Adapter
Charging Adapter
Description
USB Power Ports
Source with USB
for Nintendo
for Nintendo
Power Port
DSLite*3
DSi/DSi LL*3
Product
KBC-L2BS
KBC-D1BS
KBC-DS2AS
KBC-DS3AS
number
Product
name
Open*5
MSRP
Release
October 21, 2010 (Japan) *4
date
Features
1.
Lithium-ion Battery with USB Power Ports capable of powering the iPad*1 and XPERIA*2, offering up to
1A high-power output*6 which is twice as high compared to the former model*7
2.
Stick-type Handy Power Source with USB Power Port capable of powering XPERIA*2, etc.
3.
Nintendo licensed Stick-type Charging Adapters for Nintendo DS*3 series
*1
iPad and iPhone are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. KBC-L2BS is the only model compatible with iPad.
*2
XPERIA is a registered trademark or trademark of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB. Both KBC-L2BS and KBC-D1BS are compatible with XPERIA.
*3
Wii and Nintendo DS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nintendo Co., Ltd.
*4
As of the Release date (October 21, 2010), the products will be available in Japan only. However KBC-L2BS is scheduled to go on sale globally after its release in Japan.
*5
No manufacturer's suggested retail price is set for a product with an open price.
*6
When output power is 1A, power supply is possible only from one port.
*7
Lithium-ion Battery with USB Power Port (KBS-L2AS)
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Lithium-ion Battery with USB Power Ports (KBS-L2BS)
1. Capable of powering the iPad*1 and the XPERIA*2, offering up to 1A high-power output*6 which is twice as high
compared to the former model*7
Through its built-in USB terminals, the KBS-L2BS is capable of supplying power to mobile phones, smartphones such as the
iPhone*1, portable audio players, portable game consoles, and various other mobile devices. Common mobile phone
chargers using dry-cell batteries may not be capable of effectively supplying power to some devices requiring large charging
current. The KBS-L2BS controls charging current to a device and offers output current of 1A which is twice as high compared
to the former model (KBC-L2AS), offering stable power to devices requiring large charging current, such as the iPad *1 and
XPERIA*2. In addition, an associated micro USB attachment makes this product compatible with devices that take in power
through a micro USB terminal, such as the XPERIA*2.
2. Equipped with 2 USB terminals, making it possible to power two devices at one time
The KBS-L2BS, equipped with two USB output terminals, is capable of simultaneously supplying power to two mobile
devices when power output is 500mA. When using one USB output terminal only with output power being 500mA, power can
be supplied for up to about 4 hours (about 2 hours when output power is 1A). When using two USB output terminals
simultaneously, about 2 hours of power supply is possible from each terminal.
3. Rechargeable through AC adapter or PC USB terminal
The KBS-L2BS may be recharged through the associated AC adapter or a USB terminal of a PC using an included USB
cable.
Handy Power Source with USB Power Port (KBS-D1BS)
1. Comes with the USB output cable and the micro USB attachment that enable easy USB power supply*8 to various
mobile devices
Through the USB output terminal, the KBS-D1BS is capable of easy power supply*8 to mobile phones, smartphones such as
the iPhone*1, portable audio players, portable game consoles, and various other mobile devices. The associated micro USB
attachment makes this product compatible with devices that take in power through a micro USB terminal, such as the
XPERIA*2.
2. Stylish, lightweight, stick-type, aluminum body that can easily fit in a pocket or bag
The main unit has a stick-type aluminum body, which is approximately 2 centimeters in diameter and weighs approximately
76 grams (including batteries). With its slim, lightweight, easy-to-carry design, the KBS-D1BS is user-friendly for daily
commuting, traveling and in various other circumstances.
3. Comes with 2 AA-size ‘eneloop’ rechargeable batteries*9. Battery replacement is easy.
The KBS-D1BS comes with 2 AA-size ‘eneloop’ batteries*9 rechargeable approximately 1,500 times*10. Compared to drycell batteries, the ‘eneloop’ is capable of providing large current more stably, enabling smooth power supply to mobile
devices. It is designed so that a user can easily replace the batteries.
Charging Adapters for Nintendo DSLite, DSi, DSi LL*3
1. Nintendo licensed Charging Adapters for Nintendo DS*3 series
The KBC-DS2AS and the KBC-DS3AS are Nintendo licensed products meeting Nintendo's safety and durability
requirements. The Nintendo DS series has unique charge input conditions different from the USB standard (5V/500mA). The
KBC-DS2AS and the KBC-DS3AS are each designed to be compatible with the Nintendo DSLite or DSi/DSi LL*3, in terms of
AC adapter voltage and current. As licensed products, they offer users a reliable power supply to the Nintendo DS series.
2. Stylish, lightweight, stick-type, aluminum body that can easily fit in a pocket or bag
The main unit has a stick-type aluminum body, which is approximately 2 centimeters in diameter and weighs approximately
94 grams (including batteries). With its slim, lightweight, easy-to-carry design, the KBC-DS2AS and the KBC-DS3AS are
user-friendly in various circumstances.
3. Comes with 2 AA-size ‘eneloop’ rechargeable batteries*11. Battery replacement is easy.
The KBC-DS2AS and the KBC-DS3AS come with 2 AA-size ‘eneloop’ batteries*11 rechargeable approximately 1,500
times*10. Compared to dry-cell batteries, the ‘eneloop’ is capable of providing large current more stably, enabling smooth
power supply to the Nintendo DSLite or DSi/DSi LL*3. It is designed so that a user can easily replace the batteries.
Outline and Background
‘eneloop’ originated from the concept of “looping energy”. Since the first release of ‘eneloop’ in November 2005, the product
has received high market appraisal for its cost-effective and environmentally friendly features. The batteries come precharged like a dry cell, and are economical and environmental as they are able to be recharged for repeated use as well as
fully recyclable at the end of its lifecycle. In total, over 130 million ‘eneloop’ battery cells have been shipped to more than 60
countries worldwide (as of the end of July, 2010).
In 2006, SANYO began developing the ‘eneloop universe’ products, by expanding the ‘eneloop’ concept with new products
such as the ‘eneloop solar charger’ and the rechargeable ‘eneloop kairo’ hand warmer. In 2007, SANYO began to develop
the ‘eneloop mobile booster’ series of products for use as supplemental power sources and emergency chargers for various
mobile devices. The series included the KBC-E1AS charger set equipped with a USB power port and powered by two AA-size
‘eneloop’ batteries, the KBC-L2AS and L3AS models with USB power ports powered by lithium-ion batteries, the ‘eneloop
stick booster (KBC-D1AS)’ a handy power source with a USB power port and the ‘eneloop music booster (KBC-9VS)’ for
Music Devices.
As products licensed by Nintendo, SANYO has actively been distributing contactless charger sets (N-WR01S and
N0WR03S) that enable users to easily recharge the Wii(R)*3 remote control without removing the remote jacket.