Ted,
Correct. Micro USB cable was charging only. Since I'm iOS (no Android data sync cables laying around), I ordered
this charging cable from Amazon, grey color should make it obvious it's data. I still couldn't get the firmware tool to run or BlueBus to show up on MacOS.
On Windows, with the new cable:
- BlueBus was immediately detected, and Windows added the device
- Solid green Power light. Nice case design allows for light visibility when mounted in the case.
- Started firmware update tool, and once the correct BlueBus COM port was selected in the update tool, the Power green light started flashing.
- Firmware update started, and red Tx light and green Rx light began to flash, with the right green light
- Once the firmware update was complete, the Power light went back to solid.
Firmware update tool feature request: Check and display current firmware revision.
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Originally Posted by t3ddftw
No, it doesn't need to have 12v from the car -- it can be powered solely off USB.
I suspect your cable may be a charge only cable, or it may not be able to make full contact with the USB port inside the BlueBus.
I recommend you try another cable, and if it's still not working, then take the unit out of its case and try again.
Thanks!
-Ted
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Originally Posted by Blademan007
Does the unit need car power, or can it be powered by USB jack to update firmware? I can see the unit on Windows on COM3 (usb), but unable to connect. Don't see the unit on MacOS.
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