I just received the C5
What is the cable sticking out of the device. It is a 5 inch USB cable sticking out like a sore thumb.
I assume it is for external power,
A connector would have been less unsightly.
Yes I know we’re not in a beauty contest here.
Does not show it in any or the pictures.
Respectfully
Robert
Its the USB Power connector. Its the better more stable solution. Sockets get easily broken or wear out. Lots of people have to dump their phones, because the USB-sockets get broken. You can easily strip a USB power-bank under the C5.
Best
Hans
Thanks, .
So this was an intentional design ?
I personally, have Never seen a USB connector go bad over many years and gadgets, I predict a connector will someday appear, he he
Yes! And I like it, because it fits very well on a Power-Bank and it is very sturdy and more flexible than two “bulky” connectors and a bridge cable.
Actually, it used to be just a barrel connector, but this change was requested by many users and is widely preferred over the older design for the reasons stated by @hcf . The barrel connector is still there though if you prefer it. When using the barrel connector be sure to only use 5VDC or you will destroy the C5.
Okay, I will trust you guys smarter and more knowledgeable than I
I have not used it portable yet, still tied to an outlet. So I may appreciate its design and function then.
Was the barrel connector built in flush, or still and external cord hanging out.
Does anyone have a picture of a C5 with a barrel connector. Please.
RJ
