Hi,
I've read a few threads about charging the DC 55 and getting the message: "The attached cable cannot currently charge your device".
I am planning to use and charge the DC with the included Garmin cigarette lighter charger in the car. No problems here.
When I bring the dash cam inside the house - and connect it to a DC power bank providing either (5V - 1A) - or - providing (5V - 2A) - this is when I get the message. I want to add that - I AM using the short Garmin USB cable (appr.12").
I've also tried connecting to various PC/laptop USB ports. For some ports - it's fine, no message. For other ports - I get the same message.
Here's another interesting thing - after displaying the message, the camera may OR may not get fully charged afterwards. It just depends - on what? I'm not sure yet...
So - I'm just wondering how "USB port charging work" in general.
I thought all USB ports provide either (5V - 1A) or (5V - 2A). I know there are different specs - like usb1, usb2, usb3, etc. But for the more part - I understood that they are interchangeable for charging.
For example - there are many other devices that use the voltage from a usb port for charging, such as wireless speakers, wireless mini-keyboards, LED lights, cell phones, tablets, headphones, etc.
I sent an email to Garmin support, they told me to use ONLY Garmin cables and Garmin chargers. This link was provided: https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?f...3&tab=topics&topicTag=region_powerandcharging
I've not had this problem before - having to use a brand specific charger or cables for their devices. I'm not upset that I have to do that - I just question if they are technically correct. I guess they can't nor don't want to troubleshoot a dash cam charging problem - with other brands of chargers and cables. So - stick to Garmin brand cables and chargers.
But - I guess I'm wondering: What's really (ie. technically) happening with usb port charging?
Any insights, comments would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Mike
I've read a few threads about charging the DC 55 and getting the message: "The attached cable cannot currently charge your device".
I am planning to use and charge the DC with the included Garmin cigarette lighter charger in the car. No problems here.
When I bring the dash cam inside the house - and connect it to a DC power bank providing either (5V - 1A) - or - providing (5V - 2A) - this is when I get the message. I want to add that - I AM using the short Garmin USB cable (appr.12").
I've also tried connecting to various PC/laptop USB ports. For some ports - it's fine, no message. For other ports - I get the same message.
Here's another interesting thing - after displaying the message, the camera may OR may not get fully charged afterwards. It just depends - on what? I'm not sure yet...
So - I'm just wondering how "USB port charging work" in general.
I thought all USB ports provide either (5V - 1A) or (5V - 2A). I know there are different specs - like usb1, usb2, usb3, etc. But for the more part - I understood that they are interchangeable for charging.
For example - there are many other devices that use the voltage from a usb port for charging, such as wireless speakers, wireless mini-keyboards, LED lights, cell phones, tablets, headphones, etc.
I sent an email to Garmin support, they told me to use ONLY Garmin cables and Garmin chargers. This link was provided: https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?f...3&tab=topics&topicTag=region_powerandcharging
I've not had this problem before - having to use a brand specific charger or cables for their devices. I'm not upset that I have to do that - I just question if they are technically correct. I guess they can't nor don't want to troubleshoot a dash cam charging problem - with other brands of chargers and cables. So - stick to Garmin brand cables and chargers.
But - I guess I'm wondering: What's really (ie. technically) happening with usb port charging?
Any insights, comments would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Mike