Anker Nano Charging Station A91C8 User Manual

7-in-1 100W USB-C Power Strip with Retractable Cables

1. Product Overview

The Anker Nano Charging Station A91C8 is a versatile 7-in-1 power solution designed for efficient charging of multiple devices. It features a compact design with integrated retractable USB-C cables, multiple USB ports, and AC outlets, making it suitable for desktop, home, and office use.

Anker Nano Charging Station with retractable cables and display

Image: Anker Nano Charging Station with two retractable USB-C cables extended, showing the digital display.

Key Features:

7-in-1 Connectivity: Three USB-C ports, one USB-A port, and three AC outlets.
Integrated Retractable Cables: Two built-in USB-C cables (up to 2.3 ft) for organized charging.
100W Power Delivery: High-speed charging from any USB-C port, capable of charging a 16" MacBook Pro (M3 Pro) to 50% in 35 minutes.
Smart Display: 1.3" LCD display for real-time charging status and temperature monitoring.
Advanced Safety: Features ActiveShield 3.0 for temperature control and built-in surge protection (300J).

2. Setup Instructions

Unpack: Carefully remove the Anker Nano Charging Station from its packaging.
Connect to Power: Plug the integrated power cord of the charging station into a standard AC wall outlet. The smart display will illuminate upon successful connection.
Initial Check: Observe the 1.3" LCD display. It should show '0W' initially, indicating it's ready for use.

3. Operating Instructions

3.1 Using Retractable USB-C Cables

The charging station features two built-in retractable USB-C cables for convenience and cable management.

To Extend: Gently pull the USB-C connector outwards from its slot. The cable will extend and lock at preset lengths (approximately 0.48 ft, 0.83 ft, 1.17 ft, 1.48 ft, 1.74 ft, 1.97 ft, and 2.33 ft).
To Retract: Gently pull the cable slightly beyond its current length (no more than half an inch), then release it. The cable will automatically retract back into the station.

Diagram showing how to extend and retract the Anker InstaCord cable

Image: Visual guide demonstrating the pull-to-extend and gentle-pull-to-retract mechanism of the InstaCord cables.

3.2 Using USB-C and USB-A Ports

Connect your devices to the available USB-C or USB-A ports using appropriate charging cables.

USB-C Ports (C1, C2, C3): Deliver up to 100W max output when a single USB-C port is used. Power is shared when multiple ports are in use.
USB-A Port (A): Provides standard USB-A charging.

3.3 Using AC Outlets

The charging station includes three standard AC outlets for powering larger devices or chargers.

Plug your device's power cord directly into any of the three AC outlets located on the back of the unit.
All three AC outlets feature surge protection with a total energy rating of 300J.

3.4 Understanding the Smart Display

The 1.3" LCD display provides real-time information about your charging status.

Toggle Display Modes: Press the button on top of the charging station to switch between different display modes (total wattage, individual port wattage, smart protection, temperature).
Turn Screen On/Off: Press and hold the button on top to turn off the screen; press it again to turn it back on.
Real-time Power: The display shows real-time power output. Variations reflect the device's changes in power draw.

Anker Nano Charging Station display showing power output and smart protection

Image: The smart display showing various charging metrics and protection status.

3.5 Power Distribution

The 100W total power output is dynamically distributed among connected devices.

Single Port: Any single USB-C port can deliver up to 100W.
Multiple Ports: When multiple USB ports are used simultaneously, the 100W output is shared. For example, with two USB-C ports, power might be distributed as 67W+33W or 50W+50W.

During multi-device charging, the

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