Hi

 

Does anyone know if the usb power is always on in the front port. I have already worked out that the 2 USB ports in the back are only powered when the car engine is on. 

I am wondering as I keep a old phone connected in the car for use with android auto and if i keep it connected over night will it drain the battery power as it will constantly be charging. 

 

James

USB power is active only when infotainment unit is ON or in stand-by.

1 hour ago, pab567 said:

USB power is active only when infotainment unit is ON or in stand-by.

 

So are you saying that the information unit goes into standby mode when you switch off the engine.

. how long does the infotainment unit stay in standby before switching off completely? 

Just very few minutes, 2 or 3.

16 hours ago, jamos316 said:

Hi

 

Does anyone know if the usb power is always on in the front port. I have already worked out that the 2 USB ports in the back are only powered when the car engine is on. 

I am wondering as I keep a old phone connected in the car for use with android auto and if i keep it connected over night will it drain the battery power as it will constantly be charging. 

 

James

 

Keep the phone hidden! Personally i just plug my iphone in when i get in if i'm going to need/want it. Otherwise i have an SD card in for music. Spotify doesn't seem to play well on apple devices so i don't bother with that.

 

Edit: Also, the power to the usb port does turn off after the car is shut off.

Edited 28 May, 20197 yr by FabiaGonzales

I've tried to power a Satnav (TomTom) from the USB, but it wouldn't work as there was too little power. It was done as I was just about to leave, I can't remember if the ignition was on or off.

23 minutes ago, Jim H said:

I've tried to power a Satnav (TomTom) from the USB, but it wouldn't work as there was too little power. It was done as I was just about to leave, I can't remember if the ignition was on or off.

 

That usb port is meant mostly for data, if you want to power a satnav or charge something, you should really get a proper charger for the 12v socket.

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anker-Charger-PowerIQ-Technology-Motorola-black/dp/B00VH84L5E/

I have one of those, really good. I have a lot of Anker charging gear, cables, power banks, chargers etc. all are very good quality and never had a problem.

8 hours ago, FabiaGonzales said:

 

That usb port is meant mostly for data, if you want to power a satnav or charge something, you should really get a proper charger for the 12v socket.

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anker-Charger-PowerIQ-Technology-Motorola-black/dp/B00VH84L5E/

I have one of those, really good. I have a lot of Anker charging gear, cables, power banks, chargers etc. all are very good quality and never had a problem.

 

Thanks. I ended up using the 12v car plug that came with the TomTom.  For my car (Mk1 Fab) I use a Belkin charger plug.  I know of Anker equipment, I am very tempted to buy one of their windscreen phone holders.