Audiovox CDM-9900
car charger
Is there actually a car charger for the 9900 at the verizon stores? Because I was told at the verizon store that I go to that the one for the 8400/8900 is the right one, yet the silver plug that goes into the phone is too long. Thanks.
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The rep at the verizon store ordered it for me. It came FedEx and i didn't have to pay for shipping. The packaging said 9900 on it.
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Yes, Verizon stores sell a "Vehicle Charger" specifically for the CDM9900.
I purchased one and found that, because of the charger's design, it does not make electrical contact in either of the two power outlets in my 2004 Honda Accord. I tested out fine on the Verizon technician's bench. I tried it in my other vehicle, a 2002 Subaru Legacy and it worked fine there, so there it stays. Audiovox tech support recommended buying Sprint's "Universal" Cigarette Lighter Adapter. They said that it should have an output of no greater than 5.3 Volts DC, 1,000 MilliAmps.
I bought a Belkin model that meets that spec and it works fine in my Accord. Yes, the plug on this unit is a bit longer than necessary, but I don't mind.
I purchased one and found that, because of the charger's design, it does not make electrical contact in either of the two power outlets in my 2004 Honda Accord. I tested out fine on the Verizon technician's bench. I tried it in my other vehicle, a 2002 Subaru Legacy and it worked fine there, so there it stays. Audiovox tech support recommended buying Sprint's "Universal" Cigarette Lighter Adapter. They said that it should have an output of no greater than 5.3 Volts DC, 1,000 MilliAmps.
I bought a Belkin model that meets that spec and it works fine in my Accord. Yes, the plug on this unit is a bit longer than necessary, but I don't mind.
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I am really suprised that the charger didn't work with your Accord. I own a 2000 Legacy and a 2004 Baja and it works fine with them. I hope car makers aren't changing to designs that aren't standard. I did notice that the new Honda's have odd radios and it looks like it would be hard to replace one with an aftermarket brand. ☹️
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jjj333 said:
Is there actually a car charger for the 9900 at the verizon stores? Because I was told at the verizon store that I go to that the one for the 8400/8900 is the right one, yet the silver plug that goes into the phone is too long. Thanks.
Hi all,
I was also told by a Verizon rep that the car charger for the 8400/8900 also works with the 9900. They didn't have the 9900 package so I got the 8400/8900 charger.
I looked at a couple of web sites that sell Audiovox accessories and it seems that car charger model CLC4 works for both the 8900 and 9900. Two such sites are below.
Should I exchange the 8400/8900 charger or give it a try?
Thanks!
Tom
www.cellularaccesory.com
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I guess the 8400/8900 charger works, but the barrel that inserts into the phone's receptacle is too long for the 9900 (compare the 8400/8900 charger to your phone's included travel charger and you will see what I am talking about). I found another Verizon store locally that had the actual charger for the 9900. Fits perfect. So if the lack of a perfect fit accessory does not bother you, the charger you have should charge the phone without any problems.
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What you really should be conserned about is not how long the plug is, but does it but out the correct voltage and amps!!!
The plug length is meaningless, it's the output that counts!! Improper voltage may charge your phone, but will also harm it too!!
The plug length is meaningless, it's the output that counts!! Improper voltage may charge your phone, but will also harm it too!!
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Thanks, jjj. Did Verizon simply exchange it for you?
Tom
Tom
jjj333 said:
I guess the 8400/8900 charger works, but the barrel that inserts into the phone's receptacle is too long for the 9900 (compare the 8400/8900 charger to your phone's included travel charger and you will see what I am talking about). I found another Verizon store locally that had the actual charger for the 9900. Fits perfect. So if the lack of a perfect fit accessory does not bother you, the charger you have should charge the phone without any problems.
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