I'm wanting to put in a flush mount Auxiliary jack and USB port in the consol somewhere. I already have a wire coming out of the radio for the auxiliary so that's not really an issue. My main question is what wires should the USB port go to? I'm wanting it just for charging Ipods, phones etc and don't want it to play music through, as that is what the auxiliary jack will be for. (I've searched some threads and found good ideas, but nothing on what wires to hook into just for power to the USB).
Any additional advice, pictures, or links on what ports y'all have used would be welcome too! Thanks!
I'm not sure what year your Wrangler is, but I use to use my cigarette lighter and I put an USB cell phone adapter into it. That is one way. But, I got tired of using my cigarette lighter, so what I did was I removed my console panel and I attached another cigarette lighter to the back of my stock lighter. Then, I plugged in a USB adapter to it, and I routed the wire for the USB behind my dash.
You would just tap into the wires behind the stock lighter. There are switched power and ground wires behind the stock lighter. I brought the new cigarette lighter and USB phone adapter from an auto store. Any USB to cell phone cable will work, if the length is right. Cost was under ten dollars for the new lighter and USB adapter.
I'm not sure what year your Wrangler is, but I use to use my cigarette lighter and I put an USB cell phone adapter into it. That is one way. But, I got tired of using my cigarette lighter, so what I did was I removed my console panel and I attached another cigarette lighter to the back of my stock lighter. Then, I plugged in a USB adapter to it, and I routed the wire for the USB behind my dash.
You would just tap into the wires behind the stock lighter. There are switched power and ground wires behind the stock lighter. I brought the new cigarette lighter and USB phone adapter from an auto store. Any USB to cell phone cable will work, if the length is right. Cost was under ten dollars for the new lighter and USB adapter.
Sorry, forgot to add that in, it's a '01 sport. If there's power going into the cigarette lighter, could I just tap/splice into that with the USB cord instead of buying another lighter? Also, I like your your phone holder!
My main reason for doing this is so I can be charging one thing, but listen to something else...(I know, sounds stupid, I like listening to my music but sometimes people need to charge their phone when riding with me)...guess I could add another port for just charging.
I was thinking about getting this CB radio mount: Amazon.com: Rugged Ridge 13551.09 Black CB Radio Dash Mount: Automotive
and making a custom holder for my S4 to mount it just to the left of the cluster. If I set it up right I should even be able to use the camera out the front under the state inspection stickers. I currently have an aux plug coming out near my e-brake and I just put my phone in the cup holder.
Just gave me an Idea! I don't have a hard top so I have the 2 dummy plugs above the lighter. I could install a 4.2 amp USB adapter behind the dash and install a port in one or both of the dummy switches. Just need to look at the back of the dummy plugs to see what I am dealing with.
Just gave me an Idea! I don't have a hard top so I have the 2 dummy plugs above the lighter. I could install a 4.2 amp USB adapter behind the dash and install a port in one or both of the dummy switches. Just need to look at the back of the dummy plugs to see what I am dealing with.
I have this zip tied in behind my glove box wired to the switched wire there. My GPS is windshield mounted lower driver side. I ran the wire under dash to this. It looks factory almost. Then I plugged a USB thing like someone else posted in it with an iPod cable so my wife can open glove box and charge her I phone 4. My 5 charges in the glove box as well of a rear USB from my Head unit. I use it for music too. Never listen to fm. Custom Accessories 10242 Auxiliary Twin Power Outlet by Custom Accessories http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WEMH4G/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_P11rtb0Y7AH36
I've been thinking about that, actually just found one in my room, but I have a stick and really don't want wires running around that area, kind of wanted to mount it back like by the console. I've seen some guys with those...I was kinda hoping someone with that would chime in lol. I really just need to know where to get the power from (5volt as stated above?) for my USB port. Electrical stuff is not my strong suit but I'm trying to learn, so maybe there is a basic answer I'm just over looking...
The one I posted can be mounted. I just prefer out of sight in the glove box for charging. You can mount it below dash. I never use my actual 12 volt plug with my set up. The lighter has been in it for years.
No man. The 5 buck thing I posted above. Unless you want to plug in a 110v laptop you need no inverter. Cigarette outlets are basically a round plug off your battery. The link I posted wired to the switched wire behind your glove box then screwed under the dash would give you 2 outlets that turn on with the key for 5 bucks.
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