My N8013 charges fine from its wall charger. But when pluged into a 5v 2.1 amp battery pack, or into a computer USB port, I get the red X on the battery icon and it doesn't charge at all. What can I do to fix this?
You won't get it to indicate charging from the computer USB prot as it just doesn't give enough power. However, you can get it to go from the battery pack with the right lead or adaptor (my 8010 charges fine). Are you using a Samsung specific lead or adaptor? Amazon in the UK does these adaptors which tend to fix such charging issues - http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B009ZQKMDA
lewmur said:
My N8013 charges fine from its wall charger. But when pluged into a 5v 2.1 amp battery pack, or into a computer USB port, I get the red X on the battery icon and it doesn't charge at all. What can I do to fix this?
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Computer USB 2.0 port only supplying 500mA & USB 3.0 1000mA, so it can't charge our Note 10.1 (It actually charge but very slowly).
Battery pack, on the other hand, can....BUT it depends on the cable.
Most battery packs (that compatible with iphone/ipad) I tried wont charge our Note 10.1 as it has different Data PINs configuration.
I bought 1 battery pack that included a custom cable that can charge "all" device including our Note 10.1 & iPad, but it won't charge my Note 10.1 if I use my stock cable.
My stock cable is working when I use my stock charger.
Conclusion:
Try before you buy those battery packs
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Sorry if this has already been asked and answered - the XDA Search has been down for the past couple of hours and I just want to be sure I'm not missing anything here..
From what I can see in the reviews, the TF does *not* have any sort of charging indicator / LED on it - correct? I read that there will be one on the keyboard dock - but there is not one on the tablet.
So what are you guys doing? Just plugging it in and letting it sit overnight to give it its full charge - and then going by the battery indicator when you turn it on?
I've got my new TF sitting next to me here, and I'm trying to be a good dad to it by charging it up first before using it - but not having any sort of an indicator on it - I have no idea if it's doing anything or not!!!
Screw it - I think I"m gonna unplug it and start futzing it with it! Battery be damned!!
btw - damn this charge cable is SHORT!!
No charging LED that I can see on mine, and yea, I hate this stupid charging cable, guess you can always get a USB extension cable.
pogul said:
Sorry if this has already been asked and answered - the XDA Search has been down for the past couple of hours and I just want to be sure I'm not missing anything here..
From what I can see in the reviews, the TF does *not* have any sort of charging indicator / LED on it - correct? I read that there will be one on the keyboard dock - but there is not one on the tablet.
So what are you guys doing? Just plugging it in and letting it sit overnight to give it its full charge - and then going by the battery indicator when you turn it on?
I've got my new TF sitting next to me here, and I'm trying to be a good dad to it by charging it up first before using it - but not having any sort of an indicator on it - I have no idea if it's doing anything or not!!!
Screw it - I think I"m gonna unplug it and start futzing it with it! Battery be damned!!
btw - damn this charge cable is SHORT!!
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Monoprice has the USB 3.0 extension cables, but they won't be in stock until tomorrow (their estimate). When they are back in stock, a 6ft extension will run you about $7-$8 shipped.
I plan to order a few cables from Monoprice with a mini hdmi to hdmi cable.
Does it need to be usb 3.0 or will usb 2.0 do the trick ?
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Monoprice has the USB 3.0 extension cables, but they won't be in stock until tomorrow (their estimate). When they are back in stock, a 6ft extension will run you about $7-$8 shipped.
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USB 2 cables don't supply enough power.
It will charge, but I think it has to be off and it'd be really slow going.
But usb 2.0 extension cable will work fine with the supplied charger? Also would you not require a usb 2.0 to usb 3.0 converter ?
Asus really overlook the inclusion of an charging indicator. Or, they are trying to make more $$$ on the keyboard/dock?
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But usb 2.0 extension cable will work fine with the supplied charger? Also would you not require a usb 2.0 to usb 3.0 converter ?
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Has anyone got some definitve experience on USB2 vs USB3 for charging and/or with an extension cable. The whole charging process and adaptor are making me a little nervous in general.
there is no reason to invest in USB 3 gear when all you really need is higher amperage, wich you often get from stand-alone chargers like the one supplied or you can buy in stores (just check that the output is 1000mah or more, 2000 mah is desired for effective charging).
The reason you might want to use a usb 3 PORT (cable makes no diffrence) is that usb 3 deliver more juice then usb 2, but unless it is a dedicated charger port that can supply 2000mah+ charge the port still require you to have the pad either off or stand by and even then charging will take ages.
Consider this, the supplied charger delivers 2000mah on 5v and my HTC charger to my phone has 1000mah @ 5v. Compared to the standard 550mah on a singel non-charger adapted USB port on a computer.
The TF charger output at 15V @ 1.2A with using the supplied USB3.0 cable. If you use a USB2.0 extension cable, it will drop the charging voltage down to 5V. You will need a USB3.0 extension cable
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Has anyone got some definitve experience on USB2 vs USB3 for charging and/or with an extension cable. The whole charging process and adaptor are making me a little nervous in general.
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There's a thread about this issue here. Several USB 3.0 cables have been found to work, but not for everyone. I have this one that I received today. It charged both the tab and the dock with the wall charger. I've also got a Tripp Lite that's worked for others on the way in the case the other didn't work.
it has to be USB 3.0 extension since the tablet recognizes the extra pin which is what lets it charge at the full rate.
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there is no reason to invest in USB 3 gear when all you really need is higher amperage, wich you often get from stand-alone chargers like the one supplied or you can buy in stores (just check that the output is 1000mah or more, 2000 mah is desired for effective charging).
The reason you might want to use a usb 3 PORT (cable makes no diffrence) is that usb 3 deliver more juice then usb 2, but unless it is a dedicated charger port that can supply 2000mah+ charge the port still require you to have the pad either off or stand by and even then charging will take ages.
Consider this, the supplied charger delivers 2000mah on 5v and my HTC charger to my phone has 1000mah @ 5v. Compared to the standard 550mah on a singel non-charger adapted USB port on a computer.
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Not quite correct. The charger senses a gnd connection on pin 7 of the USB 3.0 connector and delivers 15V @2a to the TF and or Dock. There are only 4 conductors in a USB 2.0 Cable. so the charger only delivers 5V as it does not see the gnd on pin 7. For all the technical details see the thread started by DevCake where the voltages and currents have actually been measured. A 5V 20A charger will not be as good as one with 11-15V at about 2A as the charger is not a constant current charger but a power source for a charge controller ( controlling the current) in the TF.
I appreciate that it is a slightly older thread and not sure if what I'm about to post is already known by TF owners but here goes anyway.
The discussion has moved on to cables but the threqad title is about a charging indicator. I've discovered that the battery icon in the bottom RH corner has a lightning symbol through it when it is being charged.
Sorry if it's old news but I've only had my TF one week and thought other users might not be aware
Really wish they would have put in a fancy multicolor LED somewhere on the housing but we can't win them all. Even the Nook Color had an LED on the cable itself.
When I connect my P6200 using usb, it doesn't charge, instead, there is an 'x' symbol at the battery. Is this normal? Because using my Galaxy Ace, it charges when usb is connected. I'm asking this because I'm trying usb tether for the first time, but in this case if it doesn't charge, it means that I can only usb tether until my battery has depleted and I would have to recharge again to be able to tether.
Yup. Usb is not able to charge tab and ipad. Need to plug to wall for charging
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Actually it does charge. More of a trickle charge tho. If the screen is off, then it will trickle charge a bit faster.
If the tab is connected via USB, will it at least be able to sustain itself via the USB power?
So if your battery is on 50%, and you keep the tablet on and are using it. Will it at least stay on 50% and not decrease slowly?
Samsung puts a resistor in their chargers so the tablet can distinguish between a Samsung brand charger and all other chargers.
The tablet will not charge (or use power from) any USB port except the wall adapter. (lame Samsung... really lame...)
You can buy adapters (or make them)
There's more info for creating an adapter yourself in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=845844
Just like the GT-P1000, P6200 is charging over the usb port of any pc, only when it is turned off. But anyway the charging process is much longer. Very useful when you don't heave the travel adapter with you.
i use this usb cable it work
It pulls a Max of 500mA from the USB or unknown charger. This will charge a tab plus with the screen off that isn't doing much. It will pull 1500mA from the Samsung wall charger.
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My Plus charges normally from PC via USB. Icon shows 'x', but still in charging process anyway. It takes longer time but for those who tether should be ok and Plus should stay at least on the same level of %. I have unoriginal cable bought together with car charger.
I purchased a micro USB charger adapter from ebay. It just plugs into the 30 pin port and I am able to use my cell phone charger with no problem at all. The cell charger puts out 1000ma and the tab plus recognizes it. Do a search for P6200 Micro USB Charger Adapter on ebay.
If you are determined to use a computer to charge the tab plus, you will need the adapter above and a dual USB A to micro USB B Y cable. It will plug into two USB ports on the computer and give you the 1000ma to charge the tab plus. This is the best solution without having power cables all over your desk.
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HEllo, where can I buy this cable?
thanks
cedricl said:
I purchased a micro USB charger adapter from ebay. It just plugs into the 30 pin port and I am able to use my cell phone charger with no problem at all. The cell charger puts out 1000ma and the tab plus recognizes it. Do a search for P6200 Micro USB Charger Adapter on ebay.
If you are determined to use a computer to charge the tab plus, you will need the adapter above and a dual USB A to micro USB B Y cable. It will plug into two USB ports on the computer and give you the 1000ma to charge the tab plus. This is the best solution without having power cables all over your desk.
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Turn off your tablet... Only then its charging
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i just got this adapter from dealextreme for the p1000. it works perfectly fine for the p6200. i got my 2.1A charger to work and can charge of via USB port.
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or you can make it charge by requesting this feature in a custom kernel
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Yesterday I bought P6200 without charger, was using usb cable and it ws slow.
First I thought there might be some problems but this post helped me figure the cause
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I'm wandering if it's possible to mod my a510 to allow USB charging:
-according to teardown picture it's a standard 3.7V one (looks like 2 cells in parallel)
-charger is rated 12V but output is connected to extra pins- there are 2 rows of pins, one is USB and second one I guess is used by a dock
Except for making us use official charger I can't see any reason why USB charging is not present.
Do you know if it's possible to get a510/511 internal schematics?
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I'm wandering if it's possible to mod my a510 to allow USB charging:
-according to teardown picture it's a standard 3.7V one (looks like 2 cells in parallel)
-charger is rated 12V but output is connected to extra pins- there are 2 rows of pins, one is USB and second one I guess is used by a dock
Except for making us use official charger I can't see any reason why USB charging is not present.
Do you know if it's possible to get a510/511 internal schematics?
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I charge mine in our campervan off the 12V cigarette lighter plug.
The charging icon doesn't come on but it does charge, just very slowly - a few percent an hour.
Clumzie said:
I charge mine in our campervan off the 12V cigarette lighter plug.
The charging icon doesn't come on but it does charge, just very slowly - a few percent an hour.
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But what charger do you use? Is it a standard USB adapter?
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But what charger do you use? Is it a standard USB adapter?
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This plus USB cable works.
I've also tested the standard data transfer USB cable connected to the PC.
Try it, leave it charging overnight connected to your PC.
A normal USB-cable will be enough... It'S only very slow
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I'm wandering if it's possible to mod my a510 to allow USB charging:
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Until yesterday I'd have said you "no" but this night I have changed my mind.
On another forum I've read of a user that succeeded in charging the A510 via USB even if slowly (2%/hour) and if the screen is off.
I've tried many times with some 5V 1.2A USB chargers with no luck
My girlfriend yesterday gave me as a present a Anker Astro3 12000mAh battery-operated USB charger with 2.4A output and it charged my A510 from 77% to 100% in about 4-5 hours.
So, it seems it's possible to charge the A510 with USB, if you have a powerful enough charger and enough time.
hi,
i have just bought the S4, the only problem is the white mains power charger cable is too short for me.
Can anyone recommend an extended mains power charger that is compatible with the S4 i9505?
Thanks
Any micro usb will be fine just keep in mind the longer the cable the slower it will charge the phone. I personally bought a power strip to add more distance ... but I also have a 10ft usb cable that charges my phone very slowly
Don't listen to anyone that says to get a usb extension cable.
to answer you'r question, you can't get a longer cable for the s4, at this time.
the usb cable and charger are "special" you have to use what came in the box to be charging the phone at ~1.5 amps, if you so much as just use a different microUSB cable, the current will go down to ~0.75 amps (effectively doubling the required charging time). same goes for the wall adapter.
Yesterday I purchased a Samsung Galaxy note 10.1 when I tried to charge it for the first time it draw a red X on the battery when I connected to the wall charger and it is charged but in very slow manner then i turned off and left it about 17 hours and when I came back I saw the battery charging picture on the screen so I turned it on and the battery has 100% capacity but after i remove the charger I feel it discharge in a fast manner
I tried to charge it from my laptop but the same thing I have a red X on battery when connecting it. I don't know what is the problem the android versing on my tablet is 4.1.2 plz any help.
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Yesterday I purchased a Samsung Galaxy note 10.1 when I tried to charge it for the first time it draw a red X on the battery when I connected to the wall charger and it is charged but in very slow manner then i turned off and left it about 17 hours and when I came back I saw the battery charging picture on the screen so I turned it on and the battery has 100% capacity but after i remove the charger I feel it discharge in a fast manner
I tried to charge it from my laptop but the same thing I have a red X on battery when connecting it. I don't know what is the problem the android versing on my tablet is 4.1.2 plz any help.
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Get a 1A charger or higher. Below that, it can only trickle charge or when it is off, as it consumes more power than it can get.
Mhd-kou said:
Yesterday I purchased a Samsung Galaxy note 10.1 when I tried to charge it for the first time it draw a red X on the battery when I connected to the wall charger and it is charged but in very slow manner then i turned off and left it about 17 hours and when I came back I saw the battery charging picture on the screen so I turned it on and the battery has 100% capacity but after i remove the charger I feel it discharge in a fast manner
I tried to charge it from my laptop but the same thing I have a red X on battery when connecting it. I don't know what is the problem the android versing on my tablet is 4.1.2 plz any help.
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You don't supply enough info for us to be able to help you.
We need to know:
What charger do you use ? (stock charger or 3rd party charger)
What cable do you use ? (stock cable, 3rd party charger or using extension cable in combination with the previously mentioned cable(s))
Your cable & charger condition (very well stored & treated, abused or both);
Your GT-N80XX purchased condition (new,refurbished or used)
FYI:
GT-N80XX need around 2.1A or 2100mA in order to Fast Charge & a specially conditioned charger designed for GT-80XX.
Your laptop/computer USB 1.0 - 2.0 ports supply only 0.5A or 500mA while USB 3.X supply only 1A or 1000mA.
Third Party charger usually only supply 500mA - 1000mA unless it's stated clearly that it is a 2100mA charger.
GT-N80XX battery capacity is 7000mAh so you can count yourself how long it will charge using those power sources.
The cable itself also a bit different than most USB cable.
Most USB cable designed to only delivers 500mA up to 1000mA, some even designed to only delivers 500mA.
That's also applied to USB extension cable.
I also found many charging problem just because of the owner's abusive behavior toward it's cable/charger such as:
Trip over their cable/charger
Step on their cable/charger
Throwing their cable/charger after use
Rolling their cable in a way that it twists the cable so bad & breaks it.
"Broken" cable/charger sometimes seems to be OK,but it won't deliver it's full capacity when used for charging.
The Red X icon is showing you that the current isn't sufficient enough for it to do Fast Charging (2100mA)
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Get a 1A charger or higher. Below that, it can only trickle charge or when it is off, as it consumes more power than it can get.
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thanks for your reply.The charger that I am using it is the original one that came with tablet
d4rkkn16ht said:
You don't supply enough info for us to be able to help you.
We need to know:
What charger do you use ? (stock charger or 3rd party charger)
What cable do you use ? (stock cable, 3rd party charger or using extension cable in combination with the previously mentioned cable(s))
Your cable & charger condition (very well stored & treated, abused or both);
Your GT-N80XX purchased condition (new,refurbished or used)
FYI:
GT-N80XX need around 2.1A or 2100mA in order to Fast Charge & a specially conditioned charger designed for GT-80XX.
Your laptop/computer USB 1.0 - 2.0 ports supply only 0.5A or 500mA while USB 3.X supply only 1A or 1000mA.
Third Party charger usually only supply 500mA - 1000mA unless it's stated clearly that it is a 2100mA charger.
GT-N80XX battery capacity is 7000mAh so you can count yourself how long it will charge using those power sources.
The cable itself also a bit different than most USB cable.
Most USB cable designed to only delivers 500mA up to 1000mA, some even designed to only delivers 500mA.
That's also applied to USB extension cable.
I also found many charging problem just because of the owner's abusive behavior toward it's cable/charger such as:
Trip over their cable/charger
Step on their cable/charger
Throwing their cable/charger after use
Rolling their cable in a way that it twists the cable so bad & breaks it.
"Broken" cable/charger sometimes seems to be OK,but it won't deliver it's full capacity when used for charging.
The Red X icon is showing you that the current isn't sufficient enough for it to do Fast Charging (2100mA)
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Thank a lot for your reply.I use the original Samsung charger that came with the tablet with the original cable and I don't understand what do you mean by 3rd party charger but I read on the charger that its output is 5V - 2A. I read from another forum that the problem may be from the version of android which is on my tablet 4.1.2 but I am not sure about that.