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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by ruidasilva, Sep 13, 2010.

  1. ruidasilva

    ruidasilva New Member

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    hi there,

    i haave been using a huawei e5830 incar as a wifi hotspot...

    my problem is that it does not seem to charge when i connect it to the lighter... anyone has similar experience?
     
    #1 ruidasilva, Sep 13, 2010
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    There is no power on the lighter socket unless the car is in "accessory" or "ready".
     
    #2 David Beale, Sep 13, 2010
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    it seems to have not enough current for the modem.... as it does look like there is power going in but does not charge the modem... yes the car is on...
     
    #3 ruidasilva, Sep 15, 2010
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    It uses a standard USB port right? Then it takes 5v, up to 1amp probably... the cigarette lighter is giving out 12v @ 10 amps so check your charger and make sure it has the right amperage output. Have you tried plugging it into the usb port (assuming your prius has one)?
     
    #4 avian, Sep 16, 2010
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