Desk charger/sync cradles.

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Has anyone here tried one of these cheap ones from Hong Kong?

They are cheaper than the nearest option, and come with the right plug too.

It can't be expensive cause it consist only from ac/dc adaptor, usb plug and battery charger. I think it's right device.

Originally Posted by SloN

I think it's right device.

I'm sure it is, I just wondered if it's likely to be good quality.

Tell you what, I'll order one and report back here once I've used it.

As promised, I bought it and here's the verdict.

Basically, it does what it says on the tin. There was a slight problem with the usb connection, but that was always the case with this computer unless I use a particular lead. Using the lead that came with it, it wouldn't connect. but using the one I normally use it works fine.



Having used cradles before, this one is slightly more awkward to connect but that's because it uses the usb connector. Previous ones have been spring loaded contacts and the pda would just drop into the cradle. This one requires a little force, but nothing major.



I've yet to determine if the charger works as fast as the original one.

All in all, well worth the money.

Originally Posted by xmastree

I've yet to determine if the charger works as fast as the original one.

Hmm, seems I spoke too soon. The PDA won't charge unless the computer is on.

The 5V adaptor plugs into the back of the stand, as does the usb lead. Either of these will bring on the blue LED on the base, but the usb lead lights it brighter. I suspect there may be some problem with the 5V from the adaptor.

I shall investigate and report back (if anyone's reading this...)

charging with PC off

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Hi -- I think I've got the same charger as you, and mine seems to charge fine with the computer powered off. . .

Alan

Having investigated further, it appears that the +5V from the charger and the +5V from the USB are linked directly. This means that with either one connected singly, it's fine, with both connected and the PC on, it's also fine.

But, with the PC off the +5V from the charger is fed back through the USB lead into the PC which pulls down the voltage somewhat.

I discovered this when I turned off the PC and noticed some front panel lights glowing slightly. I unplugged the cradle and they went off, and the blue LED on the charger became brighter.

dock

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hi,
i've got the same "hong kong" dock as xmastree.
I think this is a good dock, simple and cheap.
regards.