Can this be powered by its USB port? I know that the car adapter puts out 5v.
1271766
Its powered by car's 12 V output. USB output is for charging mobile or other devices which can be charged from USB port
1750328
I believe the included accessories in the one I have allowed for charging either by 1) 120V standard outlet or 2) lighter port in car. I do not believe this allows USB connection charging.
1054555
No, But you can get a 120v adapter and run it from your car for tailgating partys!!! BESTEK 300W Power Inverter 12V DC to 110V AC Car Inverter with 3.1A Max Dual USB Ports for Smartphones, Tablets and More
1288911
Yes, it charges devices either by AC ( plugging into a wall outlet) or by using the mobile adapter which plugs into your automobile cigarette lighter. It is portable coming with a variety of adapters.
1448246
No it cannot be powered via USB, the USB is only used to transfer data from the Camcorder.
781915
I believe so. The USB charges an iPhone, so I don't see why it wouldn't charge it from the car charger (which has a step-down to ensure the 12Volt battery is not the charge you're getting). This little unit is SO useful that I'd still buy it - even if it didn't do that (but I'm pretty sure it will work for you for that use).
1757462
The specs claim it is 1 amp at 5 volts DC. I don't doubt the 5 VDC rating, as that is what USB voltage is supposed to be. The 1A rating may be a little generous; I would be reluctant to put that kind of load on it full time, as it may get too hot & eventually burn up the internal electronics. Most in-car devices don't draw that much current anyway, though. It does work fine with my Garmin 1450 for when I don't need the special traffic update receiver cord (which is most of the time), and the price is right.
759840
Unlikely. The USB connection, if connected to the power adapter isn't communicating any data from the car to the iPhone. If you connect it to a dedicated USB port, it would depend on how your car attempts to use the USB port and how the adapter intends the USB port to be used.
1690207
I really really really want to flame you but I won't. The adapter whether it be the car plug or anything else is to power the unit and power the unit only. It will automatically turn on when it has power and when it loses power it will then prompt you that it will shut off in 10 seconds unless you tell it to rely on the battery power. So the unit itself is NOT a battery charger and will rely on the external power source first and once that external source is cut it will rely on battery power.
1457969
No, it's a wall charger. The only way you could use it in your car would be if you had an AC/DC adapter.
1261270
Yes Sarah, it can be used to charge any device that uses a USB plug, and because it's 2.1 amps it super fast, I love it so much I ordered several more, one for each car, you won't be sorry.
529940
Oh you mean 12v for the car. No it doesn't. I just got an adapter from Radio Shack and I can charge on the go...
1285627
Probably not since tthe car's "USB outlt" is probably only connected as a power source, not as a "real USB port" capable of connecting an audio source.
312667
No. Also uses D cell batteries or you can use the car adapter. It has three way power.
1706485
no just 120v adapter.... You would have to go to radioshack for that. This is a bit big for car use. I would not use it for that...
1177221
Yes, the unit can be plugged in to a standard 110 volt AC outlet or use the 12 volt accessory outlet in your car. Works quicker in a house outlet, but handy to use car voltage if you're on the road. Noisy- but the only decent inexpensiveone I've seen that can use either voltages.
1448027
I misunderstood what you were saying. I am assuming you want to plug it into a usb capable plug in. I think it would work. I have never tried that. Might be interesting to see if it works in my car like that.