Using Alexa ECHO DOT 2nd Gen to provide Sirius, Garage Door and Other

[SteveGross]

I am new here and please be gentle. I have only owned my model 3 for 4 days and driven it 25 miles, thus far. I love this car even more than I ever imagined, I would/could !!

So, I control my entire home via Alexa, including the Home's Security system, lights, Garage door, almost everything in the house inc music and other.. Since my Model 3 is a Standard Range Plus, without some features of other model 3s, I installed Amazon Alexa in my Model 3 and also, a Verizon MIFI device providing Wifi 24/7. I have Sirius, Amazon music/Other streaming services and garage door whole house control in my Model 3.

The MIFI devices and Alexa Echo DOT 2nd Gen are "plugged" into the 12V un-switched outlet in the console. I leave both the MIFI and Alexa plugged in 24/7.

Should I be concerned about draining the 12V battery? Both devices remain cool to the touch and pull very little current. Can someone help answer this question, please.

Thank you!

 

[RScottyL]

If you will be charging often or will have the car always plugged in at home, I wouldn't worry about it!

As you mention, current pull should be minimal!

 

[SteveGross]

Thank you for helping this newbie. I appreciate your comments and I'll worry less now as it all works so very well in this configuration, I hoped I would not be required to change it via unplugging it all when not in use..

 

[ewoodrick]

Stop trying to add to the car, drive it. 25 miles in 3 days is totally unacceptable

 

[SteveGross]

roger that