Can this device be plugged into a regular AC socket? I see the USB function, but I want to use it outside with an AC cord.
1694489
Yes, it plugs into a regular AC socket. The USB function is to charge or power a USB device.
1694490
yes. it has a regular 2 prompts on the other side to be used on a regular electric outlet.
1694491
Yes, that's the purpose. Plug into AC outlet, and you get many outputs, including USB output.
760249
I just checked the instructions that came with the unit. It states that you can charge USB devices on AC or battery power but in order to save battery life the unit will cease charging external devices if being played on a high volume setting during battery operation. Hope that helps. ;)
1487199
I hit the return too quickly. The unit is not portable as it is powered by the USB cable, not batteries. You can get a USB to AC power connector. The cable is not very long, but at least it that way it won't be tied to a computer.
1734231
Can use the A/C adapter instead of batteries. Have not tried to power it with just the USB, but it might work.
1869384
I don't think so, it is provided with a regular AC adapter and plug so I would say NO to your question. On the other hand I does have the USB port you mention but it is designed per the instructions to be used to charge phones or other similar devices. This is a great lamp, to be used with regular AC power. I highly recommend it.
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The one I bought is designed for 12V DC. I believe it could work on AC by means of 'ringing' an AC to DC adaptor. However, this device does not seem to be meant for that. Hope it helps.
1206983
I use it inside. I plugged it into one of the outlets, actually two as there are two separate items. I am not sure if it can be used outside. In the enclosed instructions, it did not say anything about the outside. Hope it helped.
1144602
This device is not a separate power switch, plug in the socket is appropriate use directly. People think is not very convenient.
2131785
USB plugs into AC adapter which plugs into the wall. This device is awesome. I own two of them.
1335001
To be honest I never tried that since I use the fan for work where we are not suppose to use the AC outlet. But I don't see why you couldn't use it like you suggested. The plug end on the fan is a USB so if it fits into the plug I would say it would work.
328067
No, unfortunately, it cannot be plugged in to an outlet. We had to have our electrician wire it for us.
244393
No, you can't use the device while it is connected to your computer's USB. You can, however, use the device while it is plugged in to an AC or car power adapter. So just get an AC adapter to charge instead of using you machine and problem solved.
750863
Oh no! It doesn't have an AC outlet. This is just a backup power for cellphones, mp3 players and others of that ilk. I hope I've answered your question.
1948309
Yes, either by the AC outlot that you need to purchase or by USB cord from a PC.They recommend that you use an AC outlet that has at least 1.5 amps capability, and prefer 2 amps. (NOTE that this is higher capacity than the standard USB chager outlets.)
542585
The A/C adapter does not charge the device. It gives you an alternate power source.
1601375
It does not require the use of the AC adapter, it will work without the AC adapter being plugged in. It will only work, however, as good as any non-powered USB hub, meaning, there would be a limit to the amount of power that can be used by the devices connected, some devices will require the additional power, that is the advantage of the additional AC Power source.
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No, you need the USB. But if you have something that could connect the USB to a outlet you can go that.