Has anyone come across some sort of micro USB extender/adapter that will allow those of us with thick cases to attach our phones to the stand up type phone docks??? I know they make them, for IPhones as that's what I used to charge mine nightly when I had the otterbox case on it...........
http://www.macfixit.com.au/shop/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=1625
http://www.buyijet.com/blog/ijet-has-all-your-dock-extender-solutions
You would also think with being micro usb cables are so popular nowadays, they would make a simular micro-usb extension that can be used with phones like ours. I ve done a little searching and havent come up with anything as of yet but maybe all of us as a team can come up with a solution to where our notes will fit in a dock if they have a thick case on them also. I thought this this might work, but judging from the one review I kinda doubt it!
http://www.amazon.com/Micro-B-Micro-.../dp/B002QWMU0I
I too have been on the hunt too for what you describe. I'll post back with any results.
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I dont rock a thick case but i assume the charging port in he case is too narrow for a micro usb, correct?
Why not dremel the plastic off the usc cable? Not completely off but Enough so it can fit easier.
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There is a little micro usb cable head (just the metal) sticking out of the dock just long enough for you to sit your phone on so you cant really dremel it. I don't reckon its that big a deal anyway I just pull the power cord (its also micro usb) from my dock and attach it directly to the phone when I want to charge it and that works, just kinda defeats the purpose of a dock though. You cant dremal around the bottom of the case either for the usb part of the dock to fit the phone because the phone sits flush in the dock so you'd have to dremel the entire bottom off the case.
So far I'd contact Lindy and Startech. Seems they do a lot of cables and adapters. What we are looking for is Micro B female to Micro B male. I find Mini female to Micro B and USB A female to Micro B..... Plenty of Micro B male ends but NONE with Micro B female. There is Micro B female to Apple 30-pin adapters but then you'd need an Apple 30-pin female back to Micro B male. So the adapter would be like 3" or more long.... :-(
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Now here: http://www.usbfirewire.com/uextendmicrob.html
We have what we need but in cable form. Maybe they can just make a plug instead of a cable?
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I'm looking for something like this as well... Any of you have luck finding one yet?
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after seeing this:
shop.htcpedia.com/htc-rezound-docking-station
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I found it on fleaBay under this listing:
"USB Battery Charger Cradle Dock Station AC Power Adapter For HTC Rezound 6425"
ebay.com/itm/USB-Battery-Charger-Cradle-Dock-Station-AC-Power-Adapter-For-HTC-Rezound-6425-/400280284281?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d32906c79
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so does anyone else wanna bite the bullet on this and see if it works? I likely would have ordered one had I saw it first but I just ordered an oem mt4gs one from another seller (about 5 min earlier) and will likely just trim/modify it w/a dremel instead, but the on above would prolly be easier starting point if it doesnt work outright...
The issue isn't always an extender. A case may also make the device not seat properly into the dock... too wide to fit, or too think to line up to the micro connector.
The BEST solution as well as one that isn't available, is the case needs to be able to charge wirelessly... ie, it becomes the wireless charger receiver and it plugs into either the micro connector or the wireless charger contacts.
SurfRodder said:
I'm looking for something like this as well... Any of you have luck finding one yet?
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after seeing this:
shop.htcpedia.com/htc-rezound-docking-station
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I found it on fleaBay under this listing:
"USB Battery Charger Cradle Dock Station AC Power Adapter For HTC Rezound 6425"
ebay.com/itm/USB-Battery-Charger-Cradle-Dock-Station-AC-Power-Adapter-For-HTC-Rezound-6425-/400280284281?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d32906c79
add http :// www dot to the front
so does anyone else wanna bite the bullet on this and see if it works? I likely would have ordered one had I saw it first but I just ordered an oem mt4gs one from another seller (about 5 min earlier) and will likely just trim/modify it w/a dremel instead, but the on above would prolly be easier starting point if it doesnt work outright...
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Check the SGS3 forums. They are doing it using a Palm Touchstone and a PRE backplate. But Samsung should be releasing the actual kit for the SGS3 and the Note 2 has the contacts for the wireless back.
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I would check KVMSwitchTech. They offer quest a few USB Extender products for USB 1.1 ans 2.0 extensions.
Wow! Is there really still no solution for this problem?
I just got the standard dock last night, and it sucks that I have to remove the case every time, just because it's just barely not plugging in.
The droid Bionic with case fits perfectly in the dock, but the micr usb plug just doesn't make it all the way into connect.
I got this dock because I'm too lazy and didn't want to have to plug the micro usb cable in every time (well, AND because I like the idea of being able to have it sitting up all nice), and now, if I have to take the case off in order for it to work, I'm not gaining anything, and it's actually MORE work for me than if I just simply go back to plugging in the [email protected] cable.
PLEASE tell me that someone has found a little extender that we can put on there...
Has anyone tried using a Samsung Note II dock instead of the galaxy s3 dock for use with a thick case?
The width of the phone should no longer be a problem, just not sure if the depth will be OK so that the micro USB port aligns correctly with a case.
I have an Multimedia Dock EDD-S20EWEGSTD (for Galaxy Node II) and it NOT fits!
I hate this stupid product developers. They have no idea what "normal" people want/need. And out of touch with reality.
Its so easy to construct a Dockingstation with a flexible connector...
I´m angry....
I can´t use my S3LTE with my OTTER-CASE on my Dock.
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aethelbuz1978 said:
I would check KVMSwitchTech. They offer quest a few USB Extender products for USB 1.1 ans 2.0 extensions.
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They don´t have 11pin extension cables... :crying:
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HDCowboy said:
http://www.macfixit.com.au/shop/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=1625
http://www.buyijet.com/blog/ijet-has-all-your-dock-extender-solutions
http://www.amazon.com/Micro-B-Micro-.../dp/B002QWMU0I
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1. Link not work
2. Only IPhone connectors available
3. NOT 11pin!
Bringer1 said:
I have an Multimedia Dock EDD-S20EWEGSTD (for Galaxy Node II) and it NOT fits!
I hate this stupid product developers. They have no idea what "normal" people want/need. And out of touch with reality.
Its so easy to construct a Dockingstation with a flexible connector...
I´m angry....
I can´t use my S3LTE with my OTTER-CASE on my Dock.
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They don´t have 11pin extension cables... :crying:
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1. Link not work
2. Only IPhone connectors available
3. NOT 11pin!
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In case you haven't noticed...
This thread is in the AT&T Galaxy Note i717, i.e. the first generation Galaxy Note.
So what that #3 isn't 11pin, our Notes only have a standard Micro USB, so that is of no concern to those of us who are watching the appropriate forums for our devices.
What about a GoDock?
I wouldn't mind one either, but I would also be curious to know if anyone has tried out the GoDock smart dock system with those thicker cases? I'm thinking of picking one up to try. (it's made so the phone sits landscape rather than vertical and has a cable to plug into the micro-usb rather than a fixed plug)
HDCowboy said:
Has anyone come across some sort of micro USB extender/adapter that will allow those of us with thick cases to attach our phones to the stand up type phone docks??? I know they make them, for IPhones as that's what I used to charge mine nightly when I had the otterbox case on it...........
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Guess I'm a little late to the party but I think you fellas might be looking for an 8mm micro usb. Just google it.
XERO1989 said:
Guess I'm a little late to the party but I think you fellas might be looking for an 8mm micro usb. Just google it.
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What people want is an adapter that can slip over the existing micro usb tip and extend it way out so you could use it basically like a syringe for mega huge cases and so on.
Wing_Zero_Custom said:
What people want is an adapter that can slip over the existing micro usb tip and extend it way out so you could use it basically like a syringe for mega huge cases and so on.
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Well, sure, but micro usb cables seem to be fairly substitutable. And until someone actually comes up with such an adapter that is easily available, one could use what I suggested...
Micro-USB-Male-to-Micro-USB-Female-Dock-Extender-Extension on Ebay. I just purchased one. The adapter fits my thick case just fine.
I found micro USB cable with long connector at https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=me=A142DL1QTQEVX9&field-keywords=micro+usb+long+tip that fits for my thick case (chinese edition aha ha ha) perfectly instead of original one.
Hope my experience will help someone.
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Has anyone come across a cigarette lighter mount for the GSM TP2 that will also charge the device? It has to be for the GSM version as the CDMA ones have their usb port mounted slightly to the left of center where the GSM versions are mounted.
I found two different ones so far. One is a universal one made by Arkon and seems to be less sturdy than it should be. It has a pass-through 12v port to plug in a charger to it. It only concerns me that the way it is made, it seems to not be sturdy enough based on the reviews.
The other one is made by iGrip and is pretty nice. It is made for the TP2, but it has no power option at all. If this would have a charging port on it, it would be perfect.
Anyone else seen any other options?
here in the netherlands you can buy them and they support paypal if im correct
http://www.mytrendyphone.nl/shop/htc-touch-pro2-54906c1.html
shatred said:
here in the netherlands you can buy them and they support paypal if im correct
http://www.mytrendyphone.nl/shop/htc-touch-pro2-54906c1.html
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Sorry, but I didn't see any mount for the Rhodium on the linked page. Thanks anyway.
cajunflavoredbob said:
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Anyone else seen any other options?
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I use this: http://www.bracketron.com/products/universal-usb-power-dock
I got it from Radio Shack with a 1 year warranty just in case. I did have it break on me but that's because I wasn't using it right. I was within the 30 day return period so i returned it an got a new one. If you do get it make sure you press the red button when adjusting the angle. I would still recommend ti since it has everything I was looking for. I doubt you'll be able to have the keyboard open, but why would you need it open while driving?
howhi50 said:
I use this: http://www.bracketron.com/products/universal-usb-power-dock
I got it from Radio Shack with a 1 year warranty just in case. I did have it break on me but that's because I wasn't using it right. I was within the 30 day return period so i returned it an got a new one. If you do get it make sure you press the red button when adjusting the angle. I would still recommend ti since it has everything I was looking for. I doubt you'll be able to have the keyboard open, but why would you need it open while driving?
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I'm still searching for something similar. I like that one, I'm just worried about having the charging cable hanging out of it. The plug only needs to be a standard USB plug. I would imagine there would be another phone or device that would require something of this sort. Also, I don't need the keyboard open while using this.
cajunflavoredbob said:
I'm still searching for something similar. I like that one, I'm just worried about having the charging cable hanging out of it. The plug only needs to be a standard USB plug. I would imagine there would be another phone or device that would require something of this sort. Also, I don't need the keyboard open while using this.
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Yea that's what I initially wanted when I set out my search but ended up settling for this. My apologizes on accusing you of wanting to use the keyboard while driving. After re-reading your op I didn't see that mentioned like I thought I did before. For charging my phone I use one of these pretty good quality and it comes with a micro usb adapter which i liked since a lot of newer phones are using this. Best wishes on your search!!
howhi50 said:
Yea that's what I initially wanted when I set out my search but ended up settling for this. My apologizes on accusing you of wanting to use the keyboard while driving. After re-reading your op I didn't see that mentioned like I thought I did before. For charging my phone I use one of these pretty good quality and it comes with a micro usb adapter which i liked since a lot of newer phones are using this. Best wishes on your search!!
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Hmmmm..... That combined with the universal mount you posted might actually work nicely. I was concerned about my current HTC car charger as it has a rather long cord. This would likely eliminate that mess. I'll give it a shot. Thanks.
Anyone know where I could find a short miniUSB to USB cable. Something like 2" or so would be fine. This might be able to complete the homebrew mount I'm working on.
Short USB Cable
Amazon.com has a 1ft cable (can't post links yet) and 3 ft cables, although I haven't seen any 2ft cables. If you need 2ft you could pick up a gender changer (also available on amazon) and link two 1ft cables together.
kastg1 said:
Amazon.com has a 1ft cable (can't post links yet) and 3 ft cables, although I haven't seen any 2ft cables. If you need 2ft you could pick up a gender changer (also available on amazon) and link two 1ft cables together.
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That's a 2" (inch) cable I am looking for. Thanks anyway, though. I'm hoping I won't have to make one. Making USB cables is not fun.
Seems to be a perfect fit for the ASUS 40 pin connector.
Now we have to decide WHAT to make. I was thinking about a few items, but your suggestions needed.
Wheeeeeeee....
Note: There may be other places to get it, but this is the first place I found it.
Mouser Part #: 571-2129276-1
Manufacturer Part #:
2129276-1
Manufacturer:
TE Connectivity
Description: I/O Connectors 40P CABLE MNT PLUG CHAMP DOCKING
Stock: 1,070 Can Ship Immediately
Pricing (USD)
1: $3.49
10: $3.14
25: $2.85
100: $2.71
PS: These are very small connection points, so you need to have special soldering equipment (sub-mm tips).
Well, maybe start with USB Host?
My suggestions:
- USB-Hub like Soundsurfer said
- Infrared adapter to control your home cinema (i saw that the new sony tablet s has it built in. maye we can port the software?)
- DVB-t
greetings
SoundSurfer said:
Well, maybe start with USB Host?
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Great idea. I like it a lot.
I ordered a couple of these ACT4060 items:
ACT4060A SOP-8 ACT4060 Wide Input 2A Step Down
The idea is to take 15V from the tablet or charger and step down to 5V to power a USB hub, similar the the ASUS USB host device (same part).
I also thought to add a 5.5mm female barrel socket for charging with a 15V power supply, like these: Power Supply DC 15V
Note: Many other power supply are available from 12V-15V with 5.5mm barrel plug.
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w04g005 said:
My suggestions:
- USB-Hub like Soundsurfer said
- Infrared adapter to control your home cinema (i saw that the new sony tablet s has it built in. maye we can port the software?)
- DVB-t
greetings
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Great, thanks!
I do not think the HDMI output is on the 40 pin cable, but I could be wrong. There is audio available, because it is on the TF101 Desktop Stand.
Any links to an infrared control?
Bob Smith42 said:
Any links to an infrared control?
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Sorry,
i have no link for infrared control. I only have seen the video with infrared remote from the tablet s
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbYzckPXJ2Q&feature=player_embedded
But we can try to combine a standard usb infrared adapter with the 40-pin connector. Maybe it doesn't work because of the lack of drivers (if they couldn't get extracted from the sony tablet). But i have to say that i'm neither a electronic technician nor a programmer. Only wanted to suggest my wishes ;-)
Maybe this can help:
http://www.irdroid.com/
greetings
Can you make a regular USB cable with this connector ?
question: do you have the pin out of the 40-pin connector?
w04g005 said:
- Infrared adapter to control your home cinema (i saw that the new sony tablet s has it built in. maye we can port the software?)
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This would be a great idea - this sort of feature makes the Sony offering stand out in an otherwise fairly homogenous tablet market. Don't know anything about how to do this though, but will post back if I manage to find out anything useful...
fisha21 said:
This would be a great idea - this sort of feature makes the Sony offering stand out in an otherwise fairly homogenous tablet market. Don't know anything about how to do this though, but will post back if I manage to find out anything useful...
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Ok, i assume 2 or 3 pins on the 40-pin connector are for audio signals because the dock has an audio out! we could connect some irda leds to the pins like shown in this project:
www.irdroid.com
But i have to say that i read today about a new logitech product called: logitech harmony link
www.logitech.com/en-us/remotes/universal-remotes/devices/harmony-link
i think i will buy these to replace my harmony one.
greetings
Matthias
how about a mini usb cord? So I could plug my DSLR camera into it and download the pictures on the fly?..or even a micro to plug the phone in...but if it was a USB hub, it would work as well..just a longer cord.
w04g005 said:
Ok, i assume 2 or 3 pins on the 40-pin connector are for audio signals because the dock has an audio out! we could connect some irda leds to the pins like shown in this project:
www.irdroid.com
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Quick look on Google shows up this serial IR transceiver made by IguanaWorks. I'm afraid my electronics knowledge is very limited, but could the serial connector be replaced by these Asus-compatible adapters. I suspect the main problem might be the way the transceiver draws charge from the serial port to charge up the capacitor? According to the website, it uses LIRC so either the Irdroid or Androlirc apps might work (Androlirc requires an audio-IR device, so may need some tweaking, but is apparently open-source).
The other option might be the Newkinetix Re - whether it would be possible to replace the iThing connector with the ones you have located. Of course, the app is only for iOS, so yet another stumbling block.
I'm only feeding back the results of my digging, lack any of the required skills to make any of this work, so forgive if it all misses the mark completely.
w04g005 said:
But i have to say that i read today about a new logitech product called: logitech harmony link
www.logitech.com/en-us/remotes/universal-remotes/devices/harmony-link
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Of course, this does also look pretty good, if you don't mind the IR extender "spiders" ... and the fact that the TV guide feature is only available for iPad (grr!)
I thought this thread would be more popular. If the plug didn't cost so much to ship to my country I'd be building a wall charger with a long lead and a car charger.
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That's a nice find! Now if only we knew some technical details about the connector pin-out.. I guess a good start would be looking at what both docks have inside and the connector routings, I doubt they use any external electronics, so should be quite easy to do cool things.
EDIT: at least now we'll be able to do another cable.. buy a standard USB 3.0, cut one end out and solder the new connector. A bit of cleaning everything up and ready to go.
PatrickVogeli said:
That's a nice find! Now if only we knew some technical details about the connector pin-out.. I guess a good start would be looking at what both docks have inside and the connector routings, I doubt they use any external electronics, so should be quite easy to do cool things.
EDIT: at least now we'll be able to do another cable.. buy a standard USB 3.0, cut one end out and solder the new connector. A bit of cleaning everything up and ready to go.
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I finally got my USB Host Kit for the TF, so I can work on the connector pin out. The USB Kit did not work (for me) on the dock 40 pin socket, so apparently there are differences between the Dock and Tablet 40 pin sockets.
Can anyone can confirm the USB Kit does/does not work on the dock 40 pin socket?
Thanks
fisha21 said:
Quick look on Google shows up this serial IR transceiver made by IguanaWorks. I'm afraid my electronics knowledge is very limited, but could the serial connector be replaced by these Asus-compatible adapters. I suspect the main problem might be the way the transceiver draws charge from the serial port to charge up the capacitor? According to the website, it uses LIRC so either the Irdroid or Androlirc apps might work (Androlirc requires an audio-IR device, so may need some tweaking, but is apparently open-source).
The other option might be the Newkinetix Re - whether it would be possible to replace the iThing connector with the ones you have located. Of course, the app is only for iOS, so yet another stumbling block.
I'm only feeding back the results of my digging, lack any of the required skills to make any of this work, so forgive if it all misses the mark completely.
Of course, this does also look pretty good, if you don't mind the IR extender "spiders" ... and the fact that the TV guide feature is only available for iPad (grr!)
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Seems many people like infra-red controls. Here is some pics of the I-Got-Control device for the iPod/iPad/iPhone.
There seems to be only a few lines connected to the Apple 30 pin connector. Does anyone have the pin-out for Apple 30 pin connectors?
I think this might be easily attached to the Asus USB Host or SD adapter.
Thanks!
a backpack style add-on for the TF would be neat...something that adds a battery/usb/etc at the cost of making it a bit fatter and maybe taller..
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Any updates on this?
Amazed at how hard it is to find a 30-pin connector pinout, seems Apple tweaked it a bit as new generations came along.
This is the kind of thread I love to see, on Android+TF!
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If I were to solder every connector point through a wire, would connecting the dock from the side through the 40 pin connector to the bottom slot of the TF give the same communication as if the TF is docked? Been wanting to "dock" the tablet without actually having them together.
Yeah, it would work, but instead of soldering better find connectors and a cable. I'm thinking of doing it to my USB adaptor (which is very badly done, completely loose).
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Does anyone have the pin-out for Apple 30 pin connectors?
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Isn't that available all over the net?
pinouts.ru /PortableDevices/ipod_pinout.shtml
Cheers!
-M
Xda member since 2007
Trying to find out if there is such a thing as going from extmicro usb that the evo and flyer have to a usb type A (or any other normal usb).
Need a right angle to plug into tablet for car install and found that I can fit a microb angled cable into the tablet, but now need to take the car charges extusb and get an adapter to hook it all together.
You can just buy a regular micro USB extended cable. It fits in the flyer/view charge port.
Proprietary cable is the one on the right. Regular micro USB on left.
I am installing the tablet in dash of a car.
I have the oem car charger because its only one with right voltage. But I need a angled usb for clearance issues. So im trying to figure a way to go from the charger EXTMICRO usb to the angled usb.
Searched around and have come up completely empty.
I'm working on the same project and found this thread searching (again) for more info on extusb. The solution I came up with for getting enough clearance to use the port requires disassembly and if you plan on keeping the warranty, it's probably not a good option for you.
Anyway, my solution was to make some small right-angle brackets for the pcb that contains the extusb port. It requires material for the angle brackets and two small screws with nuts. See attached for a better idea.
I actually got the tablet installed and fairly well, but have since removed it to come up with better designs for charging, access to the power button (and possibly volume buttons) for recovery actions, turning the screen on/off with ignition, and potentially microphone relocation.
You may want to check out http://www.dealextreme.com/ for right-angle and other adapters if you don't want to open up the tablet.
PS: Protect that screen. The plastic is very soft and will easily scratch.
I don't follow.
I thought the HTC car charger was a plug with a USB port in it just like all the others. I thought this might help, but I probably have no idea what you're really looking for
http://www.amazon.com/Cables-Go-Right-Angled-Micro/dp/B005EV2LAM
If you *need* to use the 12pin micro usb that the view has (which from my understanding was only there for the docking station utility), then you might be out of luck unless you can build something yourself.
Im looking for a cable like you linked to, but then I need a way to connect the flyers car charger special usb tip into it. Only way I can think of is to carefully grind the corners so that it will fit into a micro B female connection.
But the chargers are not cheap and if I F*** it up Im out $30
On a kia soul forum where others are planning on doing the same install with the flyer, one guy has come accross a company that makes custom cables. He said that if We send the car charger to them they will replace the usb tip with a micro B 90 degree angle for $25.
So A person is sending the charger to them to have it done and is going to let us know how it comes out.
jacobbones, can you provide a link to the kia soul flyer thread?
Yes, here it is.
http://www.soulhamsters.com/forum/i...ale-again-24feb-7-android-tablet-199-shipped/
Talk about the custom job is near the end of the posts
opening up the car charger and replacing the cable is incredibly simple. I have done it so many times, I can probably do it blindfolded. I actually had to go and replace the OEM chargers cable with the USB cable that it came with because my damn dog chewed threw the charger cable. Didn't come back very pretty, but it works, that charger has got the be the best charger built I have ever seen, incredibly difficult to open, but I'm sure the car charger is a lot easier to open, you just need a soldering gun and it should be easy.
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Good post, I am thinking about getting a lapdock soon. How is it with ICS?
mrsatan said:
Good post, I am thinking about getting a lapdock soon. How is it with ICS?
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Awesome, espically with the built in Tv Launcher App
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Hi,
do you know any deals available to France ?
I'm really considering switching my HP touchpad and Galaxy Nexus for a Lapdock and upgrade the Nexus for a better phone with the proper outputs... Do you think it's worth it ?
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I bought the Motorola Atrix Lapdock since I couldn't find any sub $100 portable HDMI displays. The only affordable displays I could find were USB only. With the Atrix Lapdock and some adapters, I was able to use it as a portable display for several devices, which is great for traveling.
It's a good idea to remove the plate on the docking area (underneath where the phone would be). It makes it easier to plug in the adapters or have to sand/shave them less. You can easily pull it off with your finger nails (the plate actually has a couple of magnets to keep it in place, and two small plastic clips).
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The Sony Xperia S works fine with the Lapdock, including the Keyboard, USB Ports (THE USB PORTS SUPPLY POWER FROM THE LAPDOCKS INTERNAL BATTERY SO YOU CAN DIRECTLY PLUG IN EXTRNAL HARD DRIVES, OR USB DEVICES THAT REQUIRE POWER WITHOUT THE NEED OF Y SPLITTERS AND WHAT NOT), and the touchpad works as well. Charging the phone does not work when the lid is open (Only works when the lid is closed).
Additionally, the two adapters that connect to the Lapdock had to be modified to fit. I had to shave off some excess plastic around the connector with a Dremel grinding bit.
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FOR SONY XPERIA S & OTHER MOBILE PHONES THAT SUPPORT USB OTG AND HAVE A SEPRATE HDMI PORT (DOES NOT WORK WITH MHL ADAPTERS!)
Adapters used:
(Item X) HDMI Male to Micro HDMI Female (http://www.dealextreme.com/p/hdmi-male-to-micro-hdmi-female-adapter-66079)
(Item Y) HDMI Female/Female Coupler (http://www.ebay.com/itm/280761232832)
(Item Z) Micro USB B Male to Female (http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270928425953)
(You will need a (Item C) Micro HDMI to Standard HDMI Cable (If you do not already own one) which you can purchase here : http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003UH0Z9Q)
How to setup/connect everything:
By starting you agree to the following incase anything should go wrong, which it shouldnt
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I, JOSE89178, do not take any responsibility for any damage or malfunction that occur to any of your devices or and items used to accomplish using your device with a "Motorola Atrix Lapdock". Anything saying I will be sued, etc. Will be deleted and you will be told to review this topic. I know it's easy to see.
Just in case you didn't exactly get what I first said...
JOSE89178 is not responsible for anything that happens to your devices.
Signed,
JOSE89178
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Step 1: Shave/trim the female end of item X untill it fits the the male end of the HDMI port on the lapdock.
Step 2: Connect any end of item Y into the male end of item X (which should be connected to the lapdock).
Step 3: Connect the Standard end of the HDMI Cable into item Y (which should be connected too item X).
Step 4: Connect the Micro HDMI end into your phone's HDMI Port (Know set your phone to the side for know).
Step 5: Shave/trim the female end of item Z into it fits in to the male end of the micro USB port on the lapdock, once you confirm it fits then leave it plugged in to the lapdock, then connect the other end to your phone.
WOLA! You should know see your phone's screen or the TV Launcher App on the Motorola Lapdock! Additonaly if you are on the go you then you can buy a Universal Windsheld Mount for your phone and stick it to the back of the Lapdock and then clamp it to your phone.
And as a special treat I will tell you where you can buy a Brand New Motorola Atrix Lapdock for $59.99 Because I am not greedy with my secrets or savings
(http://bensoutlet.com/products/motorola-lapdock-atrix-4g)
Also feel free to post your pictures, links to where you purchased your items, or other adapters you used.
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Thanks for plagiarizing part of my article and my pictures without giving me any credit JOSE89178
http://www.robpol86.com/index.php/Atrix_Lapdock_Other_Uses
Wow, JOSE89178, that's not cool.
I was up all night typing this material, I didnt even know your blog existed, sorry for the similarities and thecmix up.
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JOSE89178 said:
I was up all night typing this material, I didnt even know your blog existed, sorry for the similarities and thecmix up.
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Oh come on you liar, you literally uploaded the pictures I took hahahaha.
Your post (incase you try to delete evidence):
My website:
You are a bad person.
How do I know you didn't steal them?? My word against yours, What proof do you have?? Your the.theif
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Is anyone interested in a wearable battery extender for the Gear S? You can currently clip the charging cradle and still wear the watch, but the whole thing ends up being way too thIck. What if you could clip a thin charging plate that is attached to a "battery bracelet" that holds a second battery? The thin charging plate would be attached via wire to this battery bracelet.
Yes please
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Other alternative would be a new watch strap that it clips in with the battery as part of the clasp?
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About a month ago, I saw battery bracelets on Alibaba. They're meant (obviously) tmodifo change micro USB devices, but it may not be hard to modify.
I'll look in my history and see if I can find a link.
Good luck
We could probably modify something like this
http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/ceca/
Yes
Very very interested! Great idea.
I've have seen a colleague wearing charging cradle together with Gear s , because he thought it should be like this, this made me thinking about this too. I would prefer a clip on extra battery.
I just want a thin, snap on micro USB adapter that could be worn all day. That way I can just plug it in anywhere for a short recharge.
any progress in this idea?
I'm afraid the charging plate would get too hot to keep on your hand. I would love as @ronfurro mentioned a thin micro USB clip.
Actually the battery band posted earlier could be great. If we create a small clip on with a micro connection. Then all we would need is a micro to mini USB male ended adapter to connect to the bracelet.