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Working on USB-C PD. The only time we would need USB data connection is for USB storage and USB controllers. We don't necessarily need to connect our phones over USB data. Im exploring this option as this considerably reduces the complexity of the circuit. The current iteration allows for a...

I'm just thinking of replacing the assembly which is a module in itself. Something which is completely reversible. It's like switching out the inbuilt USB hub. Just need to unscrew the screws holding the USB assembly and screw,plug the new one in.

I may be wrong, but: "Mini USB is more robust than MicroUSB when it comes to vibration, current capacity, and physical wear. All of which are important for an automotive use." Using a proper connector also allows them to conform to USB specifications. I'm trying to get my hands on one, if...

Yes, behind the two USB ports. The part no is "1093295-00-A". See attached pic.

I agree. Just that the hub at the back has mini USB port and 12v/GND connectors.

Would anyone be willing to replace the USB ports assembly in the center console? There is a charger+data hub located behind the USB ports, which can be upgraded to one with more power. To remove it would require unscrewing the side trim panels.

Would anyone be willing to replace the USB ports assembly in the center console? There is a charger+data hub located behind the USB ports, which can be upgraded to one with more power. To remove it would require unscrewing the side trim panels.

No promises yet, but there maybe a possibility of accessing SD card contents over wifi without dongles or cables.

I'm not sure about this, but using Apple Lightning Camera Kit (USB OTG for Apple) with a USB A to USB C cable may work.

But it would be restricted to USB-C only. First, Micro USB connectors are fading in popularity. Second, USB-A receptacles have no way of switching to OTG mode.

Sorry for the confusion. It would be equivalent of plugging in a USB Card reader into the car's port, and have the car use it like a USB storage. As the project progresses, I can have a USB switch to change-over the card reader to a USB port as OTG. This would allow, the card to be read by a...

The "card reader" would be a part of the hub. The hub will cave a SD card slot. SD Card can be used for TeslaCam and/or Music. It would be detected as normal flash storage device to the car. This would also enable the use dashcam rated cards.

Anyone interested in a hub with built in SD card reader?

I did some tests today in my Model 3. Here are my findings: The ports are dumb with regards to charging specifications. They do not support having voltages on D+ & D- lines as most of other smart chargers do. It just lets you draw current upto 2.4 Amps from VBUS and GND. They are HIGHLY...

Currently working on two separate "test" circuits: 1. Combine the two USB ports to give: 1x FastCharging port, 2x Data Ports 2. 12V input, 2x FastCharging USB-A and 2x USB-c PD (Up to 50W) ports

If I'm reading this correct, you have Model 3 -> RPI 0 W -> USB stick?

It would be situated below the phone dock, in front of the USB ports. It will give you 24W of available power for your wireless charger of your choice or cables, if you prefer that.

That's exactly my plan. The least invasive way possible. I'm planning to have total 9 USB ports (see point 3 in top post). I can make it modular, to have the ability to add more ports if required. There would be also 12V terminal screws, where one can attach a socket/wires if needed. The 12V...

Are you using Raspberry Pi W for TeslaCam storage? How's the bandwidth required to write those video files? Do you get any corrupt videos?

There is 12V cable behind the front ports to tap into, but I would avoid it. I would rather have a cable run from a plug inserted in the power socket and run the cable behind the interior trim. 14 AWG should be enough to max out the current rating on the socket.

On the 12V socket, we get a power budget of 144W. Utilizing both the ports would give, 24W. The cable to run from 12v would need to be 14 AWG (over-engineering/estimating it). Having a dedicated port with current priority of 5W for accommodating SSDs would be beneficial (see point 3, data only...

Yes, one would need to use a smart usb splitter, rather than tapping of the + and - of USB port like most splitters/hubs do. For the one I;m designing, it would need to negotiate 4.8A from both ports. From the posts (showing 2.5A of current draw) that I have seen, the USB testers used might...

Only when negotiated by the device.

The 12V supply coming in will be current limited, so as not to trip Model 3's 12A efuse. I can also have another 12V socket if needed.

I ran into the same issue when trying to find a compatible product. For phones, 2.4A (2.1 A for the front ports) is kinda slow, when you have QuickCharge, Fast charge, etc. These chargers require active circuitry to be able to charge at full speeds. With USB-C Power Delivery, one would be able...

Cross post from Model 3 > User Interface

Hi, I'm a month old SR+ owner. I really like how Tesla has data enabled front USB ports for connecting your phone or storage device (for Sentry). However I realized that the front USB ports do not allow for fast charging (Limited to USB 2.0 standards of 0.5A each). I recently came across the...

Hi, I'm a month old SR+ owner. I really like how Tesla has data enabled front USB ports for connecting your phone or storage device (for Sentry). However I realized that the front USB ports do not allow for fast charging (Limited to USB 2.0 standards of 0.5A each). I recently came across the...