The USB ports on the back of my clock dont seem to work. Any advice for how to get the clock to charge my iPhone 4s?
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Well, according to the specifications on the packaging and manual it only outputs 500ma max which is not enough juice for the iPhone. Also, the clock is listed as a "hub" which denotes that its more for data transfer than charging
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Hi P. Potchana,Clock is not supported by this specific model. Thanks,>Joffrey
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Hi John,Sorry for the bad news but when apple changed their charging system from Firewire technology to USB it rendered all the newer models useless for charging. I had to resort to using the Ipod charger and then putting back on the dock. You're likely getting a "Charging not supported on this device" type of notice. My older one worked till it's final day but it was the old style. The only solution is a new dock system or find a cheap old one on Ebay. Best of luck,Cheers--Sam
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you too, sorry can't help you! I use my phone with Poweramp so I have no use for the Clock or EQ! If I were you I would return the unit. I paid $20 for an Off Road vehicle so I got all I needed!!
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Hello Alex I charge it with my computer and from my Anker external battery (using the 1A output) but I guess any USB port will do the same...Thierrywww.tgmdev.be
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As nearly as I could tell, there isn't one that works reliably-- apparently due to a defect in the clock. LaCrosse tech support replaced mine with a different model (complete with new sensor/sending unit) and the new one works just fine. If yours is still in warranty, call for a replacement. If not, it's time for a new clock.
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If the pass-through charging doesn't work, make sure you hold the button on the back of the case and turn it on BEFORE you plug the micro-usb cable in. The iPhone 4s version automatically did the pass-through, as it did not have a switch and always charged. I was missing this key step, too and now all is working well!
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This happend to mine also. I seen this advice on another site. Unplug it, wait a little, plug back in. Go to the setting menu. Go to clock. Make sure to turn off the auto clock setting. Then set it manually. This seemed to work for me. If this doesn't work you probally got a lemon.
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I had the same problem, had to return for another dock...only way to charge them.
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Hello,Here is a link to the product page on iLive. If you click on the downloads tab you can download a manual for it.http://www.iliveelectronics.com/products/clock-radios/clock-radio-plays-and-charges-iphoner-ipodr-4.html
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Sorry I have only used iPhone 4S on it. That works fine. It does charge it, when plugged on.
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no ... I actually ordered one from another site but it didn't function properly .. if you have an iphone 4 or 4S use the USB port .. it charges the phone .. plays yer music and can be used in alarm mode ..
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hi Thomas,it comes with a USB smart phone charger cord.per the manuel book you can call#1-888-205-0093/.or the book says to contact them at#1-800-872-2228,if you need help.i sure hope this helps you? I do not have a iphone4s,i only have a regular cell phone.
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The charging plug is micro usb. I believe APPLE uses a proprietary (their own specification) plug so that won't work. The USB outlet is, however, usable with a universal USB to Apple connector, so you could use that part of the charger to power your 4S. Probably make more sense to just buy the APPLE car charger if you can. Otherwise, it's a good car charger
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Seems like you may have a problem, the lights on my charger have lit up every time I plug it in. There is a possibility the wall piece itself is bad though. Maybe try another USB charger an see if it works. Or put dead batteries in it leave it for roughly an hour an try them again to see if they have taken a charge.
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Plug USB end into USB port. And use one of the attachments to plug into the charger. When the light turns blue it's fully charged. Then you plug the USB end into the charger and put on the iPhone 3-4s charger end on and plug into your phone. I get a full charge off an empty battery phone! Works great.
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Same problem. Have a dock that charges my ipod but when I plug it in there is no light. It's an old dock, copyright 2004.