How to find what power my device draws.Where to look&amp;figure?HTC TP2 cell/Samsung 7"&amp;8" minitablets/Sony Vaio 11.5"laptop.Can use/How?.
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usually the adapters for each device have the amp info on it-very small writing. if not, check the devices user manuals.
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The information seems to be lacking on the Dragon Touch, it looks like most of them use some version of the mini/micro USB to charge, IF you have the 7" y88, that seems to be the only one I have found with a round charger port, the type "M" on the StarTech mentioned is too big around, I got this much by asking Amazon to list AC chargers for the Dragon Touch and looking for the diameter of the plug.. If there are more models or you need help with a specific model of Dragon Touch, I would be glad to check.
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I can't imagine it powering a laptop, don't laptops need way more energy than an iPod or cell phone? I wouldn't recommend trying it.I would say it's a REPLACEMENT for powering off a laptop.
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You don't need the power if your Surface is fully charged. You will need the power only if you ran out of battery (when it comes below 5%).
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I think that might be more power draw than the power supply could handle. It has output of 4.16A. USB2 charges at 500mw (nominal) while USB3 can charge at upwards of 1500mw. My guess is that 8 iPod minis would be the max.
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The outlets are marked 5V1A or 5V2.1A which simply means 5 volts 1 amp or 2.1 amp. All outlets will charge most phones as they typically require only 1A of power while iPads and some tablets require 2.1A of power. You simply plug the USB end of the power cord into the correct outlet. Refer to the manufacturers recommendations for the correct outlet. The unit will work in a 120-240 VAC 50 or 60 cycle environment which means it will typically work anywhere in the world and on board almost all ships.
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First off throw away the cable and ends that came with it.Next plug a USB cable into the small USB plug on the side by itself.use any USB charging source.A dedicated 1 amp or bigger charger is best.The 2.1 & 1A are for power.1a will do a phone 2.1a should do a tablet.Hope this helps.
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MANUFACTURER RESPONSE: Thanks for asking! 2.5A is the total power available from the power supply- NOT the amount of power available to ANY ports. To say that another way, you would have 625mA (.625A) power per port max when using all 4 ports. The max current draw for a device complying with the BC 1.1 specification from any given port is 1500mA (1.5A). Please note this full current draw would be available to only one device at a time. When charging 2 devices simultaneously, we would expect charging at a max rate of around ~1250mA (~1.25A)- assuming no current is required by devices in the other two ports. Sorry we can't offer a more clear explanation here- USB charging is really a complex topic where devices from different manufacturers have very different behaviors. To top that off, many devices actually negotiate with the host PC to determine what rate to charge at, so behaviors on these will vary depending on whether a host PC is on and awake versus when there is no host PC or when the PC is sleeping. A more detailed explanation of the history on how the industry got into this confusing state is here: http://www.maximintegrated.com/app-notes/index.mvp/id/4803 Hope this helps! Please let us know of any other questions by emailing support@plugable.com or visiting support.plugable.com Best wishes- Jeff Everett Plugable Technologies
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Your welcome. I just hope that it lives up to our expectations. Promising for sure. I held the Flip Mino HD at J&R; yesterday. Wow is it tiny. As expected, they didn't have the Vado HD yet. The Vado is only a bit wider because the LCD screen is larger. The difference is small enough that the Vado will be easily pocketable and I prefer the larger screen. I am wondering if I should order the AC adapter or just rely on the USB. Then again my Ipod Touch AC adapter might work...USB connector. Hmmm. Any idea?
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Only if the Thinkpad 8 can draw power from a charging usb 3.0. I charge my IPad and Windows phone with the front USB port on this device... If the windows tablet can draw power from a ipad ac adapter, it can draw power from this device...
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My data tag says 10.8/7200 mAh T60The amp hrs only really matter if your looking for more run time in a laptop 6600 vs 7200 is miniscule now compared to a six or even a 3 cell is quite significant
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I don't know but it has various adapters included. It is a wonderful device. I have a HTC Sensation phone with the microtip for charging. It charges my phone and and kindle fire. The 10,000 power model lasts a long time between charges. I have not had any problems with it. I don't have to worry about running out of power, since I use my phone constantly. I would definitely recommend this charger.
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I'm waiting for the release of the 6 cell version. I don't want to have a small, take anywhere laptop that needs a plug to work after two hours of use. There are other, similar subnotebooks coming out soon too. The Acer one, Dell (whatever, don't know if it has a name), the new ASUS 901 and 1000 series, and, very likely, there will be more. Buying one now is great if you can find one, and I would like to, but I don't want to feel buyer's remorse in a short period of time.
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hi Chad; honestly I don't know. I do know I'm happy with the device that has the Microcurrent feature if that helps.
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I get less than 2 hours of use on a full charge (mainly using for internet browsing, email, and playing mp3). The battery also drains when it's not on. I have the 16 GB linux version with advanced desktop enabled. This seems to be common. I think most manufacturers exaggerate battery life a lot, if it's not a flat-out lie. So 2 hours or less of use unplugged with this device is probably the norm, if the manufacturer is saying 3 to 4 hours. My experience with most rechargeable mobile devices is that normal real world use will not get anywhere near what manufacturers state for battery life. I get less than 2 hours of use on a full charge (mainly using for internet browsing, email, and playing mp3). The battery also drains when it's not on. I have the 16 GB linux version with advanced desktop enabled. This seems to be common. I think most manufacturers exaggerate battery life a lot, if it's not a flat-out lie. So 2 hours or less of use unplugged with this device is probably the norm, if the manufacturer is saying 3 to 4 hours. My experience with most rechargeable mobile devices is that normal real world use will not get anywhere near what manufacturers state for battery life.
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Are you sure that the S4 should draw a full 2/2.4A? Those are ratings from those chargers, but that doesn't mean that your S4 will draw that much current. Someone did some tests with different chargers and he never broke 1.3A: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2274321 If you have evidence online that the real-world draw of the S4 is greater than 1.3 then the problem is *STILL* with the cable or charger OR the charge regulator inside your S4. It is *HIGHLY* unlikely that the PortaPow is the problem (though not completely impossible). (Oh and sorry about alzyee. There are a lot of idiots in the world.) Are you sure that the S4 should draw a full 2/2.4A? Those are ratings from those chargers, but that doesn't mean that your S4 will draw that much current. Someone did some tests with different chargers and he never broke 1.3A: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2274321 If you have evidence online that the real-world draw of the S4 is greater than 1.3 then the problem is *STILL* with the cable or charger OR the charge regulator inside your S4. It is *HIGHLY* unlikely that the PortaPow is the problem (though not completely impossible). (Oh and sorry about... » Read More Are you sure that the S4 should draw a full 2/2.4A? Those are ratings from those chargers, but that doesn't mean that your S4 will draw that much current. Someone did some tests with different chargers and he never broke 1.3A: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2274321 If you have evidence online that the real-world draw of the S4 is greater than 1.3 then the problem is *STILL* with the cable or charger OR the charge regulator inside your S4. It is *HIGHLY* unlikely that the PortaPow is the problem (though not completely impossible). (Oh and sorry about alzyee. There are a lot of idiots in the world.) « Show Less
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Shana,From what I have read (may be wrong), regular chargers pull energy even when not charging a device and they say they pull a lot of energy. This one does not pull power when your device is not plugged in. Your smart phone should control when it needs charging and stop when at 100%. I really like this charger; you don't have to worry about someone misplacing it. Also, easy to install. The top port is a fast charge and has a green light when charging. The bottom does not. I also ordered these and love them:Magic-T Bundle of 10 Durable Braided Nylon 3 Foot Micro USB Sync Cable Charging Cord for Samsung Galaxy S4,S3,S2,HTC One X, One 2(M8),Nokia N9 Lumia 9 Great deal. Hope I helped. Shana,From what I have read (may be wrong), regular chargers pull energy even when not charging a device and they say they pull a lot of energy. This one does not pull power when your device is not plugged in. Your smart phone should control when it needs charging and stop when at 100%. I really like this charger; you don't have to worry about someone misplacing it. Also, easy to install. The top port is a fast charge and has a green light when charging. The bottom does not. I also ordered these and love them:Magic-T Bundle of 10 Durable Braided... » Read More Shana,From what I have read (may be wrong), regular chargers pull energy even when not charging a device and they say they pull a lot of energy. This one does not pull power when your device is not plugged in. Your smart phone should control when it needs charging and stop when at 100%. I really like this charger; you don't have to worry about someone misplacing it. Also, easy to install. The top port is a fast charge and has a green light when charging. The bottom does not. I also ordered these and love them:Magic-T Bundle of 10 Durable Braided Nylon 3 Foot Micro USB Sync Cable Charging Cord for Samsung Galaxy S4,S3,S2,HTC One X, One 2(M8),Nokia N9 Lumia 9 Great deal. Hope I helped. « Show Less