I am planning on getting myself a BestBuy Wifi flyer from the USA. But then I remembered that the mains supply in the states is of 110V where as in India, we have 220V mains supply.
So the question is that will the supplied charger (adapter) work here in India? Does it have a variable input range e.g. 100~240V like most chargers today do? Or am I stuck at 110V and have to use some special equipment?
Pls Help.
Thank you.
The US power adapter is rated for 100-240 VAC and 50-60HZ so you should be ok with it.
Yes it will work, just like most electronics. I've used electronics bought from the US in India, China, and European countries and they all worked fine. Just make sure you have the adapter so that your charger will be compatible with the wall socket.
what about customs bro..heard dat items costing more than 5k rupees are being held up and they ask us to give some declaration and lots of hassles....
how wil u manage dat ???
Using a adapter, unless it is has a chip to switch the voltages (such as the one found in notebook an adapters) is a bad idea since the US one is meant for 110, you stick that in a 220 outlet it'll fry, potentially your tab too. Just get a micro usb charger there and charge the tab...
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gordonzhao said:
Using a adapter, unless it is has a chip to switch the voltages (such as the one found in notebook an adapters) is a bad idea since the US one is meant for 110, you stick that in a 220 outlet it'll fry, potentially your tab too. Just get a micro usb charger there and charge the tab...
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Incorrect, the adapter is a "switching power supply" and is rated for 110-220v @ 50 -60HZ.
I know this because it says so, right on the label on the power adapter. But that is also the case for most smart phone chargers.
DigitalMD said:
Incorrect, the adapter is a "switching power supply" and is rated for 110-220v @ 50 -60HZ.
I know this because it says so, right on the label on the power adapter. But that is also the case for most smart phone chargers.
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You're right, I was thinking in terms of items without the power supply adapter, well ones that don't have the smart chip which I mentioned.
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Kinda bothers me that the unit only charges via an AC Adapter, I was hoping it would charge through the mini usb. Anyone know of a way to get a spare. I'm already dreading being without this GTab if the charger breaks.
I'm not at my tab right now but I looked at the adapter once before and saw m630 (or something like that) on the back. When I google'd it I found a kodak m630 for like $14.
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it2steve said:
I'm not at my tab right now but I looked at the adapter once before and saw m630 (or something like that) on the back. When I google'd it I found a kodak m630 for like $14.
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This thing looks strikingly similar
http://cgi.ebay.com/12V-2A-AC-Power-Supply-Adapter-Kodak-MPA-630A-/180587207800
CORRECTION(Oh, warning item says "We can't ship to Itlay", see shipping in post, so sorry Itlalians!)
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/e1103...tem=390121828973&ssPageName=ADME:B:EF:US:1123
Ordered mine, coming from Hong Kong, will update when I get it.
12 volt 2 amp tip postitive. picked one up from radio shack
akodoreign said:
12 volt 2 amp tip postitive. picked one up from radio shack
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I measured the output of the power adapter supplied and it was around 18V open circuit and definitely AC despite the center positive symbol on the back of the wall wart. Can you confirm that the 12V DC center positive adapter charges the tablet. I would love to buy a car adapter for this for when I travel. Thanks.
Paul
akodoreign said:
12 volt 2 amp tip postitive. picked one up from radio shack
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I know, stupid question but Im assuming it works just fine?
What's it cost ya?
When in doubt call viewsonic !
Cost me 19.99 from "The shack"
If you have a ZT180, the adapter will work.
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If you have a ZT180, the adapter will work.
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The ZT-180 uses a 9V 2A power supply. The g-tablet uses 12V 2A. These are not compatible.
Don't know if this one has been posted, but here is the exact power supply:
http://shop.accessory4you.com/05-chanpin/p-001-1.asp?id=2388
On a related note: When I was looking for a PSU for my ZT-180, a co-worker gave me one from a broken portable DVD player (9V 2A). He also gave me the automobile adapter that came with the portable DVD player. It is rated at 12V 2A. I'm not sure why the different ratings for the same device, but I didn't even want to try it on the ZT-180.
It looks like it may work on the g-tablet, but I'm afraid to try it. I don't know the model DVD player it came from, but I'll ask the guy who gave it to me. He went deer hunting, so I won't see him until after Thanksgiving.
EDIT: It looks like Radio Shack has an automobile adapter that MAY work with the g-tablet.
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3802146
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I measured the output of the power adapter supplied and it was around 18V open circuit and definitely AC despite the center positive symbol on the back of the wall wart.
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?????
I'm not sure what it was you were measuring. A 12V DC PSU measures at 18V AC ?
Mine measures 12.28V DC. In AC mode my meter doesn't even get a read from the power supply.
My zt180 has a 12V 2A adapter.
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My zt180 has a 12V 2A adapter.
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That is different from what most of us have. Where did you purchase it from?
Of all places Sears Market place. Woold not reommend them thouugh.
I realized earlier today that the ac adapter for the GTablet is the exact same model as the ac adaptor is for my kodak picture frame. the model number is MPA-630. I did test the one from my frame and yes it does work. If having the word kodak on the charger doesn't not bother you and you want to get it not directly from china you can pick up a replacement ac adaptor for the kodak digital picture frame SV811 or just search for the ac adaptor model number in ebay or google it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/GENUINE-LG-MPA-...aultDomain_0&hash=item20b647a075#ht_559wt_874
hope this helps
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370330958327&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
12 volt solution
Is there a recommendation for a cigarette plug??
That one, and the stock one are so FAT!
Anybody know of one where the little prongs fold away?
hushpup131 said:
Is there a recommendation for a cigarette plug??
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The current LG portable DVD players (DP581 etc) have similar power requirements and their mains power adaptor fits the g-tablet perfectly.
The LG portable DVD players also ship with car power socket cables, with the correct plug for our tablets. This looks like a safe bet for your in-car power requirements.
Captian1310 said:
I realized earlier today that the ac adapter for the GTablet is the exact same model as the ac adaptor is for my kodak picture frame. the model number is MPA-630. I did test the one from my frame and yes it does work. If having the word kodak on the charger doesn't not bother you and you want to get it not directly from china you can pick up a replacement ac adaptor for the kodak digital picture frame SV811 or just search for the ac adaptor model number in ebay or google it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/GENUINE-LG-MPA-...aultDomain_0&hash=item20b647a075#ht_559wt_874
hope this helps
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I just received mine today from China after purchasing it off of eBay two weeks ago. It is identical to the charger that came with the gTab. The only word of caution is that mine came with one of the plug prongs bent like a "greater than" sign. I used a pair of pliers to straighten it before use.
just found some iGo chargers that charge my Tab now (also works on my laptop). Picking them up at a great price for us
Should be ready for shipping out tomorrow (weather permitting)
Chargers or tips? I would like to find an Igo tip that works.
jac6695 said:
Chargers or tips? I would like to find an Igo tip that works.
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It's the full charger with a tip included that fits the GTab
Just go to radio shack and pick up either AC adapter or auto adapter with a 12V 2A output capability. Most of them come with a variety of tips so they can be used on the G tab as well as other devices.
Can someone post a link for the correct LG charger? I could only find the UK model. Thanks.
Anyone else charges their HTC Flyer in the car and, one takes a very long time and secondly if you are using the Flyer at the same time your charging it, it actually discharges. I am using a 2Amp car charger. I have never had a issue with other tablets I have.
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Are you using the actual custom tipped charger from HTC or a standard micro USB charger? Only the flyer specific plug charges at full speed.
I charge my evo view with the HTC included cable and it works just fine.
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Are you using the actual custom tipped charger from HTC or a standard micro USB charger? Only the flyer specific plug charges at full speed.
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That is wrong. The pin connections are exactly the same as a standard micro-USB but HTC have utilized a more robust housing for the connector as many on XDA and other forums have suffered broken sockets on other devices due to bad insertion of a tiny tip.. I try not to use anything else just for that reason but it's up to you....!
If you look carefully at the tip, it is longer and has a greater barrel contact area than a standard one giving a more secure connection.
I think a more likely reason for the OP's charging problem is that his 2amp power unit is not ACTUALLY delivering 2amps!
Some phone chargers, use a variable pulsed output for current regulation and the Flyer needs a continuous current.
Or it may just be faulty and not supplying enough!
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The pin connections are exactly the same as a standard micro-USB but HTC have utilized a more robust housing for the connector as many on XDA and other forums have suffered broken sockets on other devices due to bad insertion of a tiny tip..
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I thought it had more to do with the port on the Flyer having 12 pins (instead of the 5-pin standard for MicroUSB) in order to supply an HDMI output in addition to sync.charge. And also, so that people would not use the Flyer's 1.5 amp charger to charge an HTC or other smartphone (which normally use a 1 amp charger).
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I thought it had more to do with the port on the Flyer having 12 pins (instead of the 5-pin standard for MicroUSB) in order to supply an HDMI output in addition to sync.charge. And also, so that people would not use the Flyer's 1.5 amp charger to charge an HTC or other smartphone (which normally use a 1 amp charger).
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In part, that is true, but the extra connections are much further in for HDMI and the connector is longer.
The charger only reaches the standard USB pins.
Also, it does not matter if you put a higher amp charger on any modern unit, so long as the voltage stays the same, all required current is regulated by the internal charging circuitry and is OK.
Example, small 12 volt bulb on car battery only uses what current it needs... Car starter motor.... Not the perfect example but good enough.
Today I tested the same charger without having the Flyer on, and does charge it without any issues. The car charger is a Kingston 2Amp charger. I also have tried using the cable that came with the Flyer and still same results as using a microUSB cable. If Flyer is on it seems not to charge and sometimes actually drops one bar. I like using the Flyer on as I go on the road for GPS, but not liking that it will not charge. I never had this issue with the Samsung Galaxy Tab.
Maybe I can try another charger that has a higher output like maybe 9v?
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ElCamino said:
Today I tested the same charger without having the Flyer on, and does charge it without any issues. The car charger is a Kingston 2Amp charger. I also have tried using the cable that came with the Flyer and still same results as using a microUSB cable. If Flyer is on it seems not to charge and sometimes actually drops one bar. I like using the Flyer on as I go on the road for GPS, but not liking that it will not charge. I never had this issue with the Samsung Galaxy Tab.
Maybe I can try another charger that has a higher output like maybe 9v?
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Absolutely NOT!
The voltage HAS to be 5 volt or you will fry it...
If you have used the charger with the HTC USB cable then it proves it is not supplying 2Amp, this beastie needs that to power and charge simultaneously when fully active GPS, DATA and high screen brightness.
The only solution is to try to find a good charger.
I use the data sync cable with a cigarette to usb adapter.
For fast charging in a car, you must use HTCFlyerCarChargerCC C500(1.67Amp,9V). Else you only will be able to charge the Flyer when its idle.
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For fast charging in a car, you must use HTCFlyerCarChargerCC C500(1.67Amp,9V). Else you only will be able to charge the Flyer when its idle.
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Totally agree, the HTC dedicated chargers are 9 Volt but if you use any other micro-USB cable or charger it has to be 5 Volt.
They are redily available online, Mobilefun in UK have them, also Amazon.
Be aware, many are advertising standard car chargers for the Flyer, get the official one and save a load of grief.
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Totally agree, the HTC dedicated chargers are 9 Volt but if you use any other micro-USB cable or charger it has to be 5 Volt.
They are redily available online, Mobilefun in UK have them, also Amazon.
Be aware, many are advertising standard car chargers for the Flyer, get the official one and save a load of grief.
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Thanks, and I agree. I will have to get the official Flyer charger as I can only charge if the Flyer is turned off with other with other USB car chargers I have.
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That is wrong. The pin connections are exactly the same as a standard micro-USB but HTC have utilized a more robust housing for the connector as many on XDA and other forums have suffered broken sockets on other devices due to bad insertion of a tiny tip.. I try not to use anything else just for that reason but it's up to you....!
If you look carefully at the tip, it is longer and has a greater barrel contact area than a standard one giving a more secure connection.
I think a more likely reason for the OP's charging problem is that his 2amp power unit is not ACTUALLY delivering 2amps!
Some phone chargers, use a variable pulsed output for current regulation and the Flyer needs a continuous current.
Or it may just be faulty and not supplying enough!
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Actually I think the different tip is because it uses a different voltage to charge it though the AC adaptor (for faster charging) and it's so you don't accidently plug a phone into it and blow the phone
Farsquidge said:
That is wrong. The pin connections are exactly the same as a standard micro-USB but HTC have utilized a more robust housing for the connector as many on XDA and other forums have suffered broken sockets on other devices due to bad insertion of a tiny tip.. I try not to use anything else just for that reason but it's up to you....!
If you look carefully at the tip, it is longer and has a greater barrel contact area than a standard one giving a more secure connection.
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No, actually he's correct in that the HTC charger will fast-charge it while micro USB will not. I don't know how the Flyer can tell the difference between the two, or what the circuitry is, but the HTC Flyer charge clearly reads an output of 9 volts, considerably higher than standard USB, at 5 volts.
I would like to cut the htc usb cable and replace it with a standard micro usb piece. I am just not sure if the charging current of the htc is not to high for other devices like my galaxy s.
For the people who like to ask "why do you want,..."; I don´t like to carry thousands of cable with me and the standard micro usb chargers charge the flyer slowlyer than the original.
thanks for answers
standard usb chargers can only yield 5W, which is why HTC has provided a customized charger for the flyer / view.
you're out of luck. undesirable I know.
barbecue
rubensun said:
standard usb chargers can only yield 5W, which is why HTC has provided a customized charger for the flyer / view.
you're out of luck. undesirable I know.
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does it mean I would grill other devices with the htc charger?
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does it mean I would grill other devices with the htc charger?
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You could always perform an experiment. Let us know what happens.
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Drives me nuts that they changed the connection. Finding the stupid ExtMicro or what ever they call it is hard. I ordered two last week and I won't get them until the end of this week. If anyone knows where to get them please let me knowing.... I think they come from the UK. You have to be really careful when buying cables, if it doesn't say ExtMicro USB it won't work. I almost bought one at buy.com that said it was for the flyer so I called them I the rep said that all the cables that say HTC flyer won't work unless it says ExtMicro USB. Good luck
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The HTC charger supplies 9 volts @ 1.2 amp. Which it clearly states on the label.
This may be too much for some USB devices.
USB chargers supply 5 volts usually at .5 amp.
The Flyer has two batteries inside and really needs the extra power.
The ExtMicro connector is HTC proprietary.
Ok, So will it hurt my Flyer to use a standard Micro USB? I know it's not the correct Voltage and Amperage but it does keep my tab charged while i'm at work.
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Ok, So will it hurt my Flyer to use a standard Micro USB? I know it's not the correct Voltage and Amperage but it does keep my tab charged while i'm at work.
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it won't hurt it.
won;t hurt, but s USB port will not supply enough juice to charge while you have the Flyer on. If you turn it off or off the screen it will charge it......... s l o w l y...
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Drives me nuts that they changed the connection. Finding the stupid ExtMicro or what ever they call it is hard.
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But the different connection has a deeper sense.
Using the original cable, the flyer is charged with 9V @ 1,2Amps, which is about 4-times faster then a standard microUSB can handle.
So changing the connector of the original carger will kill all "normal microUSB" devices.
Nevertheless, a standard microUSB-cable can be used too, but charging will take much longer. Even more, on heavy use, you will get the warning, that the drain of the battery is higher than the charging current.
I don't think the cable matters? I understand that the charger matters as it provides different amount of volt/amperage, but I thought the cable it self merely passes through whatever electricity is provided?
I use the same cable, the one that came with my Kindle to charge my Samsung Focus and the Evo View, and it seems to work just fine - i haven't tried watching a movie while charging, however.
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I don't think the cable matters? I understand that the charger matters as it provides different amount of volt/amperage, but I thought the cable it self merely passes through whatever electricity is provided?
I use the same cable, the one that came with my Kindle to charge my Samsung Focus and the Evo View, and it seems to work just fine - i haven't tried watching a movie while charging, however.
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Any regular micro USB will charge the view. It will charge, but it will not charge as fast as it would with the charger it comes with. I have tried charging my rezound with that charger, and it will not charge it, probably because of the huge output. So changing the tip to micro USB would probably work to charge the view, but trying to charge another device with it could probably fry it. There are quite a few places that sell the OEM charger like HTC pedia. Its a bit expensive but I would always recommend using the OEM charger.
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A standard USB charger will not charge the Flyer or View while operating. Its simply cannot provide the required supply of 9v @ 1.2 amp. that the Flyer need.
It will s l o w l y charge the Flyer while its off or asleep. And the special connector provides extra contacts to handle the additional current. It's HTC proprietary.
Charger
I had the same problem. I broke my gf's Flyer charger. I had a hard time finding a replacement. However, Sprint and ATT carry similar chargers for their HTC tablets, View and Jetstream, respectively, The ATT Jetstream charger is $30 plus tax and the Sprint View charger is $35 plus tax.
The ATT charger is shown as white on their website. The Sprint charger is shown as being black.
Hope this helps.
Hi guys, does anyone here know where to buy the US adapter part of the charger? I am speaking specifically of the piece that goes into the charger. The two pronged plug insert itself. Here is a link of an item on ebay that includes the adapter with the charger.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/US-USB-Wall...ccessories&hash=item3a742ee563#ht_3518wt_1018
So ideally I'm looking to spend less than $9 (otherwise I can just buy above item and keep the charger as a spare). I don't want to use an US adapter on top of the Hong Kong one on my tab because it becomes way to bulky and would not fit the outlet near my bed. I'd need to use this outlet as its most ideal.
Thanks in advance for any replies.
EDIT: I'm going to post this in the galaxy tab 10.1 forum as well just so it gets more hits. Its a bit dead here with respect to there.
I think you'll have an hard time getting just the pronged plug...and that's 9$ with shipping included, so maybe it is better to just order the full charger.
...but you made me curious...
Contrary to my previous GT-P1000 charger, the charger on my new 7.7 (European edition) does not feature a USB socket on top where the USB plug then goes, like the one on the Ebay link. Instead, it features an integral cord coming out of the charger (a stand-alone USB cable was also provided in the package for PC connection purposes)
Do you mean that the US version features the much more practical "charger with USB socket + USB cable" solution?
This is important to me since I figured the chargers had been changed from model to model on account of a technical imposition (the cord end from the charger, on the tab side also features a different, slightly longer plug, when compared to the GT-P1000 one)
If it is the case that the charger format is optional, I will jump and get one of the "old" ones as the previous arrangement (charger + separate cable) is way more versatile.
XK
The US version charger is a usb charger adaptor. Also, it has the front plug portion changeable for regions if you have the fittings. I'll take pictures when im home
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