Example application

• Programmer adapter for PicoPD

• Android Auto. Allow injection of USB-C PD charging cable while maintain Android Auto connection in modern automotives.

Note: Recommend data path length is equal for less than 6ft (1.8 meter) to maintain signal integrity. Example is 3ft + 3ft cable. Board is rated for 5A current. Beaware of longer cabling will result in higher voltage drop across the setup.

Recommend cable:

• 3ft Anker Powerline USB A to C
• 3ft Anker Powerline USB C to C
• 3ft Anker Generic USB C to C

Design:

• Combined port: All signal
• From Power: VBUS, GND, CC1, CC2 (VBUS and GND support 5A)
• From Data: GND, D+/D-
• Mounting hole: M2

Case material: PETG - Good up to 70C or 158F for automotive use in mild summer month.

There are also 2x 5.1K termination resistors on CC1/CC2 of the Data port to trigger 5V from the host if required. However, this 5V will not be passed through the Combined port.

List of tested devices

• Samsung S23/Ultra
• Samsung S22/Ultra
• Samsung S21/Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S20+
• Samsung Galaxy S10
• Samsung Galaxy S8
• IPhone 14
• IPhone X

This adapter will not work with IPhone 15

Note: Due to the design of the USB-C Receptacle. You might have to rotate the Power plug to have a connection. Do not mix 5A cable and 3A cable for PD, this can cause your 3A cable to fail if pulling too much current.

Commonly Asked Questions

Will it work on iPhone 15/16 with USB-C?

Through our testing, USB-C iPhone does not support both fast charge and data at the same time. It will pioritize fast charge over data, thus disconnecting carplay when higher power source is detected.

Which AndroidAuto wireless adapter will work?

We have had positive report on AAWireless which has USB-C input. No USB-A wireless adapter has been tested or report working from our customers.

Why I got slow charge or no charge at all?

Try to rotate the power USB-C head by 180 degree at the adapter. Also make sure that you are using USB-C to USB-C for all cables. USB-A will not work in this application.

Within the US: Sale tax will be included and tracking will be provided. Delivery time: 2-6 days

Outside of the US: EU VAT will be handled by Lectronz, however, customers might have to pay customs fees. Delivery time: 2 weeks - 4 weeks. To-door tracking is available for most country.