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Hi everyone, not sure if this will be of any interest to you, but I have a powergorilla and no dock yet, so would be good to be able to use the 18,000mAh battery in the Powergorilla to charge up the Transformer.
As the transformer draws 1.2v from the power supply, using the usb port on the power gorilla would deliver the same charge you'd get from a standard USB port (charging only when the screen is off). However, the device does also have a variable voltage DC output.
I spoke to PowerTraveller to see if they do any kind of accessory and they do a connector called the Gorilla Pad for the ipad that connects to the dc out port, and outputs to a usb port. You set the powergorilla on to 8.4v mode, and then the Gorilla Pad reduces the voltage down to 5v, but keeps the higher amperage that the powergorilla delivers over 8.4v.
They are sending me one out for free, and all they ask is that I test it for them and let them know if it works!
I did mention I'm a member of this forum too, and said I'd post details here, so here you go! I love my PowerGorilla, I took it camping and it charged my iphone 4 more than 5 times, and still wasn't flat, so it'd be nice to get it working for the transformer too! Between the battery in the tablet, the battery in the dock and the PowerGorilla, I should have more than enough juice to play with my tablet as much as I like over the course of a 3 day camping trip!
Thought this info might be useful to some.
Looking forward to the results of this test. I have some Xpal XP8000's that can output up 19v @ 2A or 12v @ 3A, varying also.
Ok, I can confirm that no matter what voltage the PowerGorilla outputs at, the adaptor for the ipad doesn't work
However, the dude from PowerTraveller says he has one more option to try - PowerGorilla>GorillaPad Ipad Adapter>Galaxy tab adaptor>Transformer charging cable!
Seems like a long shot, but again PowerTraveller are sending me the cables to try this for free, and in the meantime he is trying to get someone at their factory in china to source an original power supply, so they can test it and hopefully develop an accessory that will enable charging! Never had so much awesome support from a company ever!
I promise I'm not any way affiliated with this company, I'm just amazed at their customer service!
Ryaninja said:
Ok, I can confirm that no matter what voltage the PowerGorilla outputs at, the adaptor for the ipad doesn't work
However, the dude from PowerTraveller says he has one more option to try - PowerGorilla>GorillaPad Ipad Adapter>Galaxy tab adaptor>Transformer charging cable!
Seems like a long shot, but again PowerTraveller are sending me the cables to try this for free, and in the meantime he is trying to get someone at their factory in china to source an original power supply, so they can test it and hopefully develop an accessory that will enable charging! Never had so much awesome support from a company ever!
I promise I'm not any way affiliated with this company, I'm just amazed at their customer service!
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Any feedback from PowerTraveller yet?
Have you read this thread?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1087321
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1087321&page=23
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blackssr said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1087321&page=23
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Thanks I'll have a read...
It's good you've found a solution for Energizer XP18000.
I was curious whether the company behind PowerGorilla had actually found a solution for their device and Transformer as well.
I'll keep an eye on both threads.
clmnw said:
Thanks I'll have a read...
It's good you've found a solution for Energizer XP18000.
I was curious whether the company behind PowerGorilla had actually found a solution for their device and Transformer as well.
I'll keep an eye on both threads.
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If the gorilla puts out 5V, amperage doesn't matter. It will only charge the TF while the screen is off. People need to stop thinking of the TF as a USB device. Just because the connector cable ends in USB doesn't mean it IS usb. Get a 14.4V lipo pack and add a female USB connector to it. Job done.
Why 5V... I wasn't talking about standard USB use. PowerGorilla can output 5v, 8.4v, 9.5, 12v, 16v, 19v or 24v. I was just hoping for an adapter than can use one of the above to fit Asus Transformer.
I was interested in the official response from PowerTraveller, as Ryaninja has had a conversation with them...
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Why 5V... I wasn't talking about standard USB use. PowerGorilla can output 5v, 8.4v, 9.5, 12v, 16v, 19v or 24v. I was just hoping for an adapter than can use one of the above to fit Asus Transformer.
I was interested in the official response from PowerTraveller, as Ryaninja has had a conversation with them...
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Sorry, wasn't really replying to you specifically. My point is that Powertraveller shouldn't be mucking around sending all these adapters to test with, such as "PowerGorilla>GorillaPad Ipad Adapter>Galaxy tab adaptor>Transformer charging cable".
The TF's charging system is well known. They don't have Asus' proprietary connector, so their only option is a female USB adapter that the TF's adapter plugs in to. The TF needs 12-16V on pin 1 to activate full charging mode, so there shouldn't be any guesswork here. PowerTraveller needs to make a new adapter. There is no other device on the market that uses 15V on pin 1, so they don't have any combination of off-the-shelf adapters that will put 15V to pin 1.
I'm with you.. let's hope that there is such an adapter in development. I've written to their support team, and will let you know if any answer.
PowerGorilla responded that they are looking into it and are aware of the number of Asus Transformer users, so it is in their attention.
From the response I can assume that there isn't a product at the moment, but one is likely to come out (my interpretation, not their words, which are exactly: "We are looking into this, at the moment and will contact you when we have a solution.")
Where can I find the USB cable or travel charger...I can't seem to find it on ebay or amazon...
if you manage to find one please post as I would like to buy one
USB Cable
only 3.0 USB cables work in extending the length of the charger cable from the wall to the Eee Pad Transformer
use this
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...d=1030309&p_id=6506&seq=1&format=1#largeimage
Check the DIY thread link in my signature.
The official travel charger includes the TF101 USB3 -> proprietary 40pin connector (short length tho)
arcglide said:
The official travel charger includes the TF101 USB3 -> proprietary 40pin connector (short length tho)
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Office Depot is much cheaper.
http://www.officedepot.com/a/products/768723/Asus-Power-Adapter-For-Eee-Pad/
I have a three foot USB extension from Monoprice and works great (has to be USB 3.0).
wootek76 said:
Where can I find the USB cable or travel charger...I can't seem to find it on ebay or amazon...
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Look for "asusparts.eu" (no outside link possible, sorry), but the shipping cost are very expensive.
The best would be a bulk order!
DevCake said:
Check the DIY thread link in my signature.
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^^^
That is it.
Can anyone recommend a replacement charging port. I hate the Asus design with the removable part. My cable is fine but charger is broken. Would like to replace with one that isn't prone to being useless.
Nefariouss said:
Can anyone recommend a replacement charging port. I hate the Asus design with the removable part. My cable is fine but charger is broken. Would like to replace with one that isn't prone to being useless.
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Good luck finding one brotha...mine broke with the pins all bent. I ended up just selling my prime as is and picked up a TF300t. Charging port design is much durable and sturdier.
I think you mean the AC adapter. Will be hard as it is 15 volts or so on the "USB"
This is a bad design in my eyes as you can break other devices by plugging into the "port".
As fitsbain said, good luck, it's 15v output through the USB port.
Just FYI, the charger is the same as the TF101, so they're not going to change it.
Just FYI...
I had thought my charger was broken, but my son figured out that the adaptor had just come loose.
However, while thinking it was broken, I did search, and found that Office Depot (Los Angeles) had them in stock. I was able to order it online for in-store pickup.
Fortunately, I figured out it wasn't actually broken, so I didn't need to buy the replacement, but if anyone is desperate for a replacement charger, you can check Office Depot.
I just bought an ac to dc converter 12v x 1.5a with the usb adapter from Radioshack. Working great. Ordered a power only plug from Amazon that said it's compatible with TF201 for 8 dollars. Will let you know when it comes in. The Radioshack setup is around 32 dollars.
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fitsbain said:
you can break other devices by plugging into the "port".
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From what I have read, this is not necessarily true. Apparently one of the pins recognises USB 3 connection and only then outputs the higher voltage. I have not tested this though, and if I am wrong then please correct me.
Doktaphex said:
From what I have read, this is not necessarily true. Apparently one of the pins recognises USB 3 connection and only then outputs the higher voltage. I have not tested this though, and if I am wrong then please correct me.
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The charger itself is supposed to recognize whether or not the device can handle a certain voltage range. There's a few threads on the 101 forum regarding McGuyver power units and they found that the charging plug only works on Neg and Positive. The charger is supposed to read resistance and charge accordingly. AFAIK, the range set of the charger is 5v x 2a - 15v x 1.2a. I hooked my Rezound to it to charge once when I first had the 101, and nothing burned up. The adapter was junk though and died after 3 months, then the tab followed a week later. Charger was stuck in 5v mode, which will not charge the tab or the dock. Will drip charge with tab only, but takes forever.
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Try this
Nefariouss said:
Can anyone recommend a replacement charging port. I hate the Asus design with the removable part. My cable is fine but charger is broken. Would like to replace with one that isn't prone to being useless.
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@Nefariouss
There are chances your USB female connector is the problem.
Just check out this link it might help : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlkLwgT5xUk
Thx I'll check this when I get home. I know the cable is still good since the computer can recognize my prime.
SAJdroid said:
@Nefariouss
There are chances your USB female connector is the problem.
Just check out this link it might help : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlkLwgT5xUk
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Worked like a charm! Thanks so much for this.
SAJdroid said:
@Nefariouss
There are chances your USB female connector is the problem.
Just check out this link it might help : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlkLwgT5xUk
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Ive tried everything else and this was the only thing that worked. Thanks soo much!
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cullenmq1 said:
Ive tried everything else and this was the only thing that worked. Thanks soo much!
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Happy that it worked ! Enjoy priming
I recently saw that Dealextreme is stocking two wall chargers for the Asus Transformer series of tablets
One with the proprietary connector built in
http://dx.com/p/ac-power-adapter-ch...101-tf201-sl101-black-2-round-pin-plug-137392
and one with a 15v USB port
http://dx.com/p/ac-power-adapter-ch...mer-tf101-tf201-black-2-round-pin-plug-126492
has anyone tried them? I think I'll order the one with the proprietary connector, and so if it fails, I'll still have the connector to tinker. Also, if it works, I'll get to keep the cable at home, protected, instead of in my messenger bag.
I have tried the one with the 15v USB port - and it works just fine.
The best value for money (as always from DX).
i could buy those charger on ebay.. but what is the review about those chargers
I use second and i dont have any problems.:good:
Bought the one with the proprietary connector built in from them - works just fine.
I bought one from ebay here. It works great and you don't have to worry about that stupid asus brick crapping out on you.
Anyway, it's good to have one functioning properly with charger connected.
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Anyway, it's good to have one functioning properly with charger connected.
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You mean the one from the ebay?
ordered one and it worked. Shipping to germany was free
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Vyrlokar said:
I recently saw that Dealextreme is stocking two wall chargers for the Asus Transformer series of tablets
One with the proprietary connector built in
http://dx.com/p/ac-power-adapter-ch...101-tf201-sl101-black-2-round-pin-plug-137392
and one with a 15v USB port
http://dx.com/p/ac-power-adapter-ch...mer-tf101-tf201-black-2-round-pin-plug-126492
has anyone tried them? I think I'll order the one with the proprietary connector, and so if it fails, I'll still have the connector to tinker. Also, if it works, I'll get to keep the cable at home, protected, instead of in my messenger bag.
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How to use this in the US? Is the round-pin connector removable?
TIA;
Pat
This one is half the price of the asus, available with amazon prime, and got REALLY good reviews. Just ordered one today, will provide feedback when received.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007Q4VP9I/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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How to use this in the US? Is the round-pin connector removable?
TIA;
Pat
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USA version of the non USB one can also be found for that seller (Flat pin plugs). Search tf101 charger. I'd give you the link but I dont have rights yet.
Is there an MHL cable or converter out there that will also provide power to the Note 3? I've searched a bit on amazon and there are hundreds to choose from. Most of them don't indicate whether or not they do or don't.
I picked this one up. Its only a little more than a trickle charge though. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DZJSAVY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I don't often recommend official accessories, given how overpriced they tend to be, but for MHL I do think you're better off with the Samsung MHL adapter which does a full 2A charge when connected to a Samsung charger. You'll pay more, but you'll sidestep all the BS sellers selling subpar gear.
If you were talking about the MHL cable/adapter itself charging the phone without an external charging input, then the only way you can get that is if you are connecting to a TV that supports the MHL standard (relatively unlikely still).
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I don't often recommend official accessories, given how overpriced they tend to be, but for MHL I do think you're better off with the Samsung MHL adapter which does a full 2A charge when connected to a Samsung charger. You'll pay more, but you'll sidestep all the BS sellers selling subpar gear.
If you were talking about the MHL cable/adapter itself charging the phone without an external charging input, then the only way you can get that is if you are connecting to a TV that supports the MHL standard (relatively unlikely still).
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Thanks for the advice. That's the kind of info I was looking for. I'm OK with spending more of it does what I want. I see a few different Samsung ones. Is there a specific one you have?
Also I do have a new onkyo receiver that has an mhl USB port. With this could I then bypass the extra charging cable?
lm that guy said:
I picked this one up. Its only a little more than a trickle charge though. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DZJSAVY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Thanks for letting me know it's a trickle charge. This is one I saw and was curious about.
Big Cam said:
Thanks for the advice. That's the kind of info I was looking for. I'm OK with spending more of it does what I want. I see a few different Samsung ones. Is there a specific one you have?
Also I do have a new onkyo receiver that has an mhl USB port. With this could I then bypass the extra charging cable?
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This one: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-s4-note-3-mhl-2-0-hdtv-hdmi-adapter-p38702.htm#
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This one: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-s4-note-3-mhl-2-0-hdtv-hdmi-adapter-p38702.htm#
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Thanks I just picked one up from Amazon.
There is a thread out where someone mentions one on ebay for $11. It's more of an all-in-one solution. It's called HDMI connection kit. Of the person's suggestion I bought it and it works. It is hdmi, usb, & has an SD card slot. I just happened to be looking for the thread again when I ran into your post. Will post when I find it.
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ninja_unmatched said:
There is a thread out where someone mentions one on ebay for $11. It's more of an all-in-one solution. It's called HDMI connection kit. Of the person's suggestion I bought it and it works. It is hdmi, usb, & has an SD card slot. I just happened to be looking for the thread again when I ran into your post. Will post when I find it.
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There are a couple of threads that mention this, one of them is mine. That accessory puts a fairly minimal charge into the phone, it will gradually discharge when connected to that even despite the charging input.
Haven't used it alot yet but it only works with the cable it came with when using the galaxy mega... I'll look into it on my note 3.
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Big Cam said:
Also I do have a new onkyo receiver that has an mhl USB port. With this could I then bypass the extra charging cable?
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Yes