Common charging port and headset port in diamond!!! - Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV General

Guys
Are you all OK with the common port for BOTH
Charging & Headset
Dont you think this is a weak aspect of HTC as Diamond battery is so weak which necessitate charging it while using ur headset???!!!

Meh. After a while you'll get used to it - HTC like their silly ExtUSB port. Use a bluetooth headset or carry a spare battery.

Is there a way to use your own headphones with this kind of port? And: is there an antenna/headphone cable available in order to listen to the radio with your own headphones?

Jorlin said:
Is there a way to use your own headphones with this kind of port? And: is there an antenna/headphone cable available in order to listen to the radio with your own headphones?
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Of course there is..
Besides, if you look online, you'll see splitters for the ExtUSB, when you can both charge and listen to music at the same time..
As I understood, ExtUSB has 11 pins.. the splitters make it into 2 ports - 5 pins and 6 pins..
It may not look... "perfect" but you'll only use it inside anyway, on a desk (or chair XD )

Thanks for the quick reply. Can you recommend a place to shop for accessories like these?

Frankly speaking.. no idea..
I usually check several places to find a model that doesn't look to cheap, so it'll fall apart in a week, but also not too expensive..
You'll have to google, I guess )

There's a thing that would interest you...
http://www.netimes.com/shop/all-in-one-stereo-headphone-adapter-with-mic-for-htc-extusb-p-324.html
Note, took it from the Diamond Accessories forum, where this topic should be

Thank you!

Jorlin said:
Thanks for the quick reply. Can you recommend a place to shop for accessories like these?
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it's always eBay for me

Related

docking station available

Both Expansys and the swedish retailer dustin have the new dockingstation in stock. I have ordered one to be used as a computer replacement in my summer cottage. It has two usb ports and vga/video output.
//Johan
link please
spzero said:
link please
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http://www.expansys.lv/p.aspx?i=145164
I received it today
It comes with no extra charger, so you have to use your old one. It has 2 usb ports, 1 vga, 1 s-video and 1 composite port. Oddly enough it has 2 mini-usb ports. One for syncing and one for charging. I thought that it would be enough with the sync port as it charges as well.
It can be abit fiddly to get the Athena in place,but otherwise it works like a charm. Now I need to figure out how to change the keyboard layout (swedish) and follow up on the mouse pointer issue. After that is sorted out I have a simplistic PC for visually impare (the text is hughe on a 17" screen).
//Johan
vzuravlo said:
http://www.expansys.lv/p.aspx?i=145164
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£69.95!!!!! What a rip-off. I know expansys are expensive but that is a joke (sorry). I think I will wait until they filter thru on to ebay.
I bought it from Dustin for SEK 1024 so I don't think it is a rip-off. They do not have a history of over charging. I suspect a device of this price class have expensive acessories. I am a bit disappointed that it doesnt come with a charger.
apd said:
£69.95!!!!! What a rip-off. I know expansys are expensive but that is a joke (sorry). I think I will wait until they filter thru on to ebay.
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On ebay is look like this, but with less posibility.
vzuravlo said:
On ebay is look like this, but with less posibility.
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One seller used to have the have them on ebay at about the same time that expansys used to have them (although I think that they didn't have the second USB port). However, it looked to me like they were withdrawn because suddenly neither expansys nor this ebay seller had any in stock at the same time. Shouldn't be long before they appear on ebay. I seem to recall they were asking about £30 for it but I could be wrong.
joohan said:
It comes ..........//Johan
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Does it come with an audio out? I try to figure out how to enjoy music while using docking station.
Yes, it comes with audio out. I haven't tested it though. Someone in another thread, complained about lack of sound when using the dockingstation.
Johan
joohan said:
Yes, it comes with audio out. I haven't tested it though. Someone in another thread, complained about lack of sound when using the dockingstation.
Johan
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Waiting for the result of your testing.
It works with no problems. The sound out functions perfect!
//Johan
Hello Joohan
Does it have a slot for additional battery charging??
BigDede said:
Hello Joohan
Does it have a slot for additional battery charging??
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Yes, it does.
can someone find one a bit cheaper? I'd like it for playing around testing external hard discs and accessories with but 70 quid is ridiculous for internet prices. Must be very few of them or something.......wonder who supplies Expansys as you don't seem to see their items on Ebay.
might require 2 chargers for extra battery
The docking station has two mini-usb ports. One for sync and one for charge. When I attach the charger to the charging port, nothing happens. My conclusion is, that the extra charging port is for the extra battery. This would mean that if you want to charge both the Advantage and an extra battery, you would have to attach an extra charger to it. If this is the case, it is even more odd that the docking station didn't come with a charger.
The only explanation I could find, would be that the mini-usb has a limited power capability and wouldn't be enough to charge both unit and battery.
//Johan
Joohan
Try to insert only the battery in its slot and switch between the 2 mini USB ports then see what happens.
USB doesnt have enough amps to charge the Ameo as it is, if you look at the mains adapter its a 1 amp output, usb from pc im sure is only half of that at 500 milli amp. the second mini usb may be to attach a second mini usb to get the full charge, I have an external 2.5 HD and it comes with a usb to two mini usb to boost the current. even then it still strugles, without the external mains adapter, which is 1.4 amps.
I could be wrong, just my oppinion, But I notice this when im in the car using usb charger, it keeps everything runnning, "tomtom" but wont really charge it.
johnwalk said:
But I notice this when im in the car using usb charger, it keeps everything runnning, "tomtom" but wont really charge it.
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This has been discussed before - it depends on the car charger you are using. The one that came with my Brodit holder happily charges the Ameo while using satnav and screen brightness on full.
Bought it for 100 euros and I like it very much!!
It's standing right here on my desk and I use it everyday. Don't want to go without anymore!!

Athena Docking Station....Check this out!!

Couldn't beleive it when i saw it........ http://www.gpsforless.co.uk/product_details.php?id=9908
Compared to this at Expansys........http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=145164&asource=145430
Neither do I!!!
I think there must be a mistake!!!!
Deiota said:
Neither do I!!!
I think there must be a mistake!!!!
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This docking station doesn't have USB host ports. It is available on Ebay for less than via this link. Good value if you're not bothered about using USB devices
Deiota said:
Neither do I!!!
I think there must be a mistake!!!!
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Not mistake.
Expansys - abbreviation from words expansive systems.
leoni1980 said:
This docking station doesn't have USB host ports. It is available on Ebay for less than via this link. Good value if you're not bothered about using USB devices
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If you look, its got a usb host port on the back. Check the description.......
Key Features
* Sync and charge your PDA & spare battery at the same time.
* A/V interface: VGA (15pin) port, Video out port, S-Video (4 pin) port
* Mini USB Port
* USB Port
* LEDs display status
* Complete with mains charger (correct mains charger will be supplied for destination country)
neildunne said:
If you look, its got a usb host port on the back. Check the description.......
Key Features
* Sync and charge your PDA & spare battery at the same time.
* A/V interface: VGA (15pin) port, Video out port, S-Video (4 pin) port
* Mini USB Port
* USB Port
* LEDs display status
* Complete with mains charger (correct mains charger will be supplied for destination country)
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I think you're probably right, I didn't notice the smaller picture. I stand corrected.
What I will say is that the Expansys one IS an official HTC docking station. It has two usb ports and I suspect that it is of a superior build quality to the GPS For Less model.
This does not detract from the fact that the official HTC dock is a bit of a rip off!!!
cradle looks pretty good. No problem with a single USB - can just use a hub i guess!
Plus looks like no logo on it so I can spray it silver to match my Ameo! WOOHOO
Anyone bought one yet?
I received it, a couple of days ago... quality is not that good... difficult to connect my X7500 in it... the VGAexpansion connector is not well aligned with the USB...
Doesn't charge the X7500 itself, but no problem with the spare battery..
I didn't try the VGA or Video out ...
no problem to synchronize with Vista ...
So... I am not sure I would recommend this accessory, although it is very cheap
I've questioned the store and they confirmed IT'S NOT THE HTC.
Even is half the price, I wont buy it...
Best regards,
Deiota
Deiota said:
I've questioned the store and they confirmed IT'S NOT THE HTC.
Even is half the price, I wont buy it...
Best regards,
Deiota
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I suspected it would be too good to be true. I doubt that Expansys would overcharge their customers to that degree as much as I doubt that GPS for Less could undercut Expansys by half. Presumably the cost of the docking station is set by HTC: the long and short of it is that HTC's device is a rip-off, but a cheap docking station with poor build quality and usability (if opinions are to be believed) is equally a rip-off at 30 quid.
The bad build quality is just on persons view, and i doubt gpsforless would have taken it on board if it was crap, as they are also a reputable company. It is also well known that expansys are rip-off merchants, ya just have to check and compare prices with ebay and various other websites on many items to see how they over-charge customers.
newworld666...... Can ya post some pics of various angles of the unit which you have received, then people can judge for themselves, Thank-you
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Couldn't beleive it when i saw it........ http://www.gpsforless.co.uk/product_details.php?id=9908
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Perfect,
thanks, I've bought just now the gpsforless-dockingstation.
I believe it's enough for me and my wishes.
Really thanks for this info
neildunne said:
The bad build quality is just on persons view, and i doubt gpsforless would have taken it on board if it was crap, as they are also a reputable company. It is also well known that expansys are rip-off merchants, ya just have to check and compare prices with ebay and various other websites on many items to see how they over-charge customers.
newworld666...... Can ya post some pics of various angles of the unit which you have received, then people can judge for themselves, Thank-you
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I've had crap stuff from GPS For Less, like car mounts that fall apart. You get what you pay for. Expansys don't set the price of the HTC docking station, they just may not be discounting it very much or reselling what looks like a very inferior plasticky design.
I find all the Athena docking solutions to be unappealing because of the need to slide the device onto the USB port. It has connectors on the base for the keyboard; why not add a few more pins in the first place for USB/power/VGA and have it drop into the dock.
One more week ... now the HTC 7500 can be connected much easier to the cradle...
I will make some pictures tomorow and post them....
With Vista pro .... I have to take off the USB connector from the cradle and then plus it again.... another way it doesn't get synchronize.. It is difficult to say it is the cradle fault or Vista or X7500 .... just it is anoying..
The fact is that when the spare battery is charging it is almost impossible to charge the X7500 itself ... so I have to control, wheter the X7500 is fully charged or not, quite often...
Just received the official HTC Dock. Good quallity, and when I put a usb stick in one of the ports and my logitech mouse in the other, both worked immediately. I am impressed indeed. This is worth the high price
neildunne said:
If you look, its got a usb host port on the back. Check the description.......
Key Features
* Sync and charge your PDA & spare battery at the same time.
* A/V interface: VGA (15pin) port, Video out port, S-Video (4 pin) port
* Mini USB Port
* USB Port
* LEDs display status
* Complete with mains charger (correct mains charger will be supplied for destination country)
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Its very hard sync withis dock station, the pc dont recognize the pda, need try many and many times, perahps one or two situations recognize.
the usb port, its valuable for mmc card and mouse or keyboard, hothing more.
poor dock station
neildunne said:
Couldn't beleive it when i saw it........ http://www.gpsforless.co.uk/product_details.php?id=9908
Compared to this at Expansys........http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=145164&asource=145430
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Anyone got the cheaper dock now on expansys, and can comment on the quality
http://www.expansys.com/d.aspx?i=151437
Or recommendations for other places to get a dock - need VGA out and fast charging.
mardibloke said:
Anyone got the cheaper dock now on expansys, and can comment on the quality
http://www.expansys.com/d.aspx?i=151437
Or recommendations for other places to get a dock - need VGA out and fast charging.
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Check out this thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=380062
We did audio mods to the docking stations after we purchased them. Something you might want to consider, and if you're asking about privacy, no the telephone conversation doesn't get transmitted to the TV or AV receiver.
tootallk2000 said:
Check out this thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=380062
We did audio mods to the docking stations after we purchased them. Something you might want to consider, and if you're asking about privacy, no the telephone conversation doesn't get transmitted to the TV or AV receiver.
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Looks an easy Mod and no problem giving it a try.
Can you point me to a current ebay item that is the same as the one you have?
mardibloke said:
Looks an easy Mod and no problem giving it a try.
Can you point me to a current ebay item that is the same as the one you have?
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Here ya go: http://cgi.ebay.com/Charger-Sync-Do...ryZ20336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Let me know how your modifications went.

Best desktop cradle

I'm looking for a desktop cradle, one that charges my phone, has room to charge a spare battery and as a bonus can be hooked up to my stereo to play music from my phone. I've found a few but none seem to do all three.
I believe this one has all those functions.
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I believe this one has all those functions.
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That one looks good, but how does it hook up to a hifi?
I too am after what the OP is after from a cradle, subscribing to this one
It has a 3.5mm out. So a male to male 3.5mm audio cable (very cheap on ebay) should let you hook it up to aux on stereo if it has a 3.5mm input.
Jiggs1337 said:
It has a 3.5mm out. So a male to male 3.5mm audio cable (very cheap on ebay) should let you hook it up to aux on stereo if it has a 3.5mm input.
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I failed to check the other images, it clear it has an audio out, although it fails to mention it in the specs. Purchasing now, cheers for ya help
Edit: and as an added bonus, it is main charged too, so it has everything, looking foward to this beauty being delivered now
desktop chrgr
Hi, I have this same 1, love it, does it all, pic shows hookup l:http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/popups/gallery.php?product_id=22701&view_img=5.jpg
Thanks, ordered one
Does anyone know if this will be able to charge one of the extended spare batteries?
contact me i will send you some pictures
to my pm box
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Does anyone know if this will be able to charge one of the extended spare batteries?
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Hmmm, looks quite fitted there that battery, not sure if it hold the girth
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/popups/gallery.php?product_id=22701&view_img=3.jpg
Excellent! Just ordered one too, thanks
Did anyone else who ordered recently get an email saying they are out of stock at the mo?
I will have to check my order when I get home, see where the stock is up to.
I've ordered one but I haven't received an email saying it's out of stock, but I know the website currently states it's out of stock.
Hmmm 3 days now the site has said 'Stock tomorrow'
Patience is not one of my virtues
As my dad always tells me, "Tomorrow never comes!".
I just sent them an email asking when they think they'll be getting more in stock so hopefully good news
Dear Friends,
I bought two of them yesterday; one for home and one for office. It suits HD2 very well. I can say, i am very satisfied. In the package you can find an extra charger unit and usb cable for sync but only downside is the length of both cables are short for me.I wish they would be longer... I am looking for quality small speakers to use with the cradle...BTW it is a great tool to use with HD2... Hope this helps...
Kind Regards...
Has yours turned up from MobileFun?
I ordered mine over a week ago now and no cradle yet, I'm well dissapointed
m0j0j0j0123 said:
Has yours turned up from MobileFun?
I ordered mine over a week ago now and no cradle yet, I'm well dissapointed
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Dear m0j0j0j0123,
No, I bought it from a shopping mall in Turkey...
Kind Regards...
m0j0j0j0123 said:
Has yours turned up from MobileFun?
I ordered mine over a week ago now and no cradle yet, I'm well dissapointed
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I called them and they said that they will only receive stock on the 22nd of March. I am not waiting that long, so cancelled the order.
So to get back to the initial question: Any other craddle (in stock) recommended for the HD2?

Why can't you buy a usb cable

Does anyone know if you can get a seperate usb cable for the streak yet?
I want a spare one so i can keep it in the car, or a longer one because i find the one that comes with the streak to be too short.
Anyway if anyone knows where to get one then could they let me know
Just had a thought while typing.. just buy a usb extension lead...off to buy one to see if it works.
yes Dell sell them on their website mate
Another option is a USB extention cable. I got a 6FT for like $10 at RadioShack. Works great for me, you can also buy the Dell car kit that will work as a backup USB cable.
Is there a way to buy a compatible one?
I live in italy and we can order only from dell.it that obviusly hasn't streak and accessories in their site....
enne91 said:
Is there a way to buy a compatible one?
I live in italy and we can order only from dell.it that obviusly hasn't streak and accessories in their site....
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No one does one yet
ARHMogul said:
Another option is a USB extention cable. I got a 6FT for like $10 at RadioShack. Works great for me, you can also buy the Dell car kit that will work as a backup USB cable.
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It'd have to be blooming long to use in the car, depending on the car journey
Sent from my Dell Streak using XDA App
Well it has recently been confirmed that the streaks connection port is a PDMI connection. The Slacker G2 radio also uses a PDMI but no one has tried its cable yet. Specs are one thing but fitting is another. (Think of it how the first iPhone had a 3.5mm headset jack but you had to buy the apple headphones that didn't an elbow and were narrow enough to fit in there.)
So if anybody has, or knows someone that has a Slacker G2, feel free to try the cable out and tell us all
Source:
http://www.streaksmart.com/2010/08/dell-streaks-proprietary-connector-is-actually-pdmi.html
Images that I can find for the slacker 2 radio charging lead seem to show a standard mini usb connector. Maybe the pdmi connector is data only?
can u use the ones on ebay?
Now i ordered another one from Dell site....
With only one cable, I finally ran out of patience and also constant carrying existing cable from place to place everytime I moved around.....
I have to have one near my bed for reading/charging thru the night....one in the car - which I will carry around to office as well...in the coming months hopefully the price will drop or there will be another source - till then this will do.
Troute said:
Images that I can find for the slacker 2 radio charging lead seem to show a standard mini usb connector. Maybe the pdmi connector is data only?
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I guess it has both. check out this dock for the slacker g2... looks the same.. also looks like the ipod connector so don't know for sure till someone actually tests it out.
oh and here's one on amazon for 27.99

Charge and audio out combo cable?

Any chance we will see a combo cable that would allow charging via usb/and also provide audio out? Id like to run a charging cable behind the dashboard of my car for docking in a cradle, and also have audio out for the auxiliary input to the headunit without having to run a second wire.
Not that running a second wire would be much of a hassle, but would prefer a cleaner look when docked and one less wire when not in the dock
I wish Samsung had put some thought into their car dock. Id be happy to buy the official dock if they hadn't dropped the ball on this one.
It was easy to convert the car dock so it has audio as well.
If You seek on my posts You will find a how to.
Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but I couldn't find the howto. I would like to mod the OWM car dock to allow audio output, and I'd appreciate any help in such direction.
Ernesto de Bernardis
N900 - Galaxy Tab 7"
i have this one
but u can find even cheaper on that site
hey, quick question: does it work only for video? or power point as well? thank you
it does
its a good alternative to the dock even if its not HD
Do I get my music through this cable? Or does it work with combined video audio files only?
Dieter
4exess said:
i have this one
but u can find even cheaper on that site
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it look's nice, how is the quality?
zeb crs said:
It was easy to convert the car dock so it has audio as well.
If You seek on my posts You will find a how to.
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i searched through a ton of your posts and didn't see anything besides the pinout. my question is how do you take apart the plug to get to the connector, and are all the pins available to solder to?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9985704#post9985704
well here is the post where the gentleman posts to replace a resistor to get it to output audio to the dock. the only question left is how to take the thing apart, whether it comes apart nicely or i have to break out the dremel...
Not sure if you need the same as I do, but my idea was also to have a USB charging plug and an audio-out jack. It wasn't easy, but I found this:
http://www.ebay.es/itm/300574404789...XX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649#ht_1470wt_972
I got one off Amazon, some off brand but it gives a terrible hum in the audio and the tab doesn't see it as a dock.....still looking for a solution
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