Re: [OT] iPad query...

[Kyle Gordon <kyle@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I use this method for my carpc phone charging socket, and it works
well
on the HTC Desire. Just took your average panel mount USB socket with
flying lead to motherboard connector, spliced the data lines together,
stuck some lucas bullet connectors on, and plugged it into the +5v
coming from the ATX PSU.

Kyle

On 25/03/11 10:20, Dave McLaughlin wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I found this information on the web today when researching USB
connections
> for my project to make a desktop cradle for the Desire HD. Just
wondering if
> this is how the charger for the iPad works?
>
> Dedicated charger mode:
> A simple USB charger should short the 2 data lines together. The
device will
> then not attempt to transmit or receive data, but can draw up to 1.8A,
if
> the supply can provide it.
>
>
>
> Has anyone had a chance to try out the cable splicing test yet? I can
offer
> to make up this cable and send it over to you Phil to try out the
testing?
>
>
> Dave...
> ---
> Very funny Scotty, now beam down my clothes!!!
> ---
>
>
>
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