iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

was able to hook up tp to reciever, but as stated in product, you and not run auto play with it

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Save your money

Not impressed. The install is easy, but it doesn't work. The power cycles on and off to the USB and it doesn't charge. On top of that, it doesn't support CarPlay, so what's the point?

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Moncks Corner

Pointless to buy if it doesn't support Android Auto or Apple Carplay unless you only want a charger.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

So convenient to keep your trucks stock usb and aux spot, wasn't too hard to switch out.

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Does what it's supposed to do.

The only way to get the usb in my 2013 ram 1500 center console to work after radio replacement. Install was a chore even following the instructions, just because of the way the center armrest is assembled. But as long as you don't rush it's ok

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Honestly this was a useless purchase for me. It goes through a lot of detail regarding giving functionality to use the stock USB port in my 2016 Ram 1500. Unfortunately, I missed the fine print that it only allows my truck to charge devices from it but not actually use Android auto or anything. It did charge my phone so I can give it that.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Worked great

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Purchase for my Ram truck to keep everything original working and this was produced only a charging port. Circuit board did not transfer data as it was supposed to. Returned and I'm simply using USBS out of new unit.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Works as advertised. I thought using it would allow iPhone mirroring but it doesn't. Not much need for it as most things can be done wirelessly with the pioneer head unit.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Works like a charm and simple to swap out

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

It was easy to install, about 30 min. It has worked flawlessly for me for apple car play although many report that it doesn't for them and product info says not compatible. I'm using pioneer 5200nex

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Its required to utilize my factory console ports. However, even after installing, i could not use this USB for Apple Carplay.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Works great!

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Exactly what I needed

Great product. Worked great in my 2014 Ram 1500. If you want to know exactly how to install this, there are a couple of really good Youtube videos that will help you on your way. It works just as advertised.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Crutchfield advisors said this would fit my 2018 RAM 1500. Not even close. Called tech support, they confirmed this was the wrong part and told me they don't even make one that fits a 2018 RAM

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Worked perfect. Installed in a 2017 1500 and Android Auto is functioning perfect I assume for Android auto it depends on the unit its being paired with. I am using a JVC KW-V830bt and installed with a Maestro Rr and a CH3 T-Harness works perfect. Bit of a pain to open the module once it was removed but there are plenty of video tutorials on the net that explains the process. Instructions are useless once again hit YouTube.

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I have a 2018 and this doesn't line up at all and the directions are similar but no where near the same piece

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Bad experience

One star just because I couldn't read it any lower customer service was outstanding that part was junk I ended up throwing it in the garbage he didn't work with my aftermarket radio and especially didn't work with Apple play So sorry about the review but I have to be honest

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good but doesn't support car play

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It works

It's OK. the quality is good. It works, the description said it retains the factory usb and aux. The usb works but the aux doesn't. I had to connect a seperate aux cable to the back to use my phone. If i ever want to use a flash drive i guess i could now.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Adapter works as expected.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

This item allowed me to retain the usb port in the center console of my ram 1500. As other reviews have already stated, this port does NOT support android auto which is quite disappointing, although it did appear to charge my phone. It also plays music from my usb thumb drive, which is what I use it exclusively for anyways.

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Factory usb Retention

Easy install to retain factory console usb.

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Multiple connection issues

Didn't work well. It has a lot of connection issues. It charges consistently but no play back or control of audio from iPhone ipod or android and no aux support (possibly related to radio I have it paired to). It is a fairly in depth process to install.

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Perfect fitment

Was an exact fit in my 2014 ram. Fixed communication issues from my cnsole HDMI to my aftermarket touchscreen radio.

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Very happy with this product

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This was very easy to install. Crutchfield made it easier by being able to walk me through some of the issues I had

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

After reading reviews on forums I came to the conclusion that this was something I needed for my stereo install. It works perfectly

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Won't work on 2015 RAM with Android Auto or Apple Car Play

The USB for Android Auto does NOT work in my 2015 RAM. I had to connect it with a USB cable directly to the Alpine iLX-207. The AUX port does not work either. I contacted support & they said that the Android Auto or Apple Car Play won't work thru this port when using iDataLink Maestro & neither will the AUX port. Why then do they recommend this for the RAM? The price is reasonable enough, the factory one is $90. It was a pain to install or I would return it, but it's not worth it for the price. There are 2 designs to the RAM seat console. Mine must be the difficult one to disassemble. Presently it is not connected. I ordered a dash mounted 3.0 USB port that I connected directly to the USB port on the Alpine. Android Auto works fine, but I have to take out my USB drive to plug in the phone. The USB port I bought also has a HDMI port which I connected to the Alpine also. I don't have a use for it yet, but it's there if I need it. It made a clean installation on the blank panel on the right, just below the small storage (phone?) bin. It is a BATIGE USB 3.0 & HDMI to HDMI + USB3.0 AUX Extension Dash Panel Waterproof Car Flush Mount Cable For Car Boat and Motorcycle - 3ft.

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Doesn't work for 2015 Ram 1500

I'm sure this is a decent product, but for my 2015 Ram 1500 it doesn't work. It appears the voltage drop from the USB connector in the arm rest to the stereo is too much so Apple Car Play won't work. Other vehicles may not have this issue, but for me it was a no go. I will say Crutchfield was exceptionally supportive!

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Works great, allows me to use the USB port in my seat console with my new Pioneer stereo. Installation was fairly simple, and all instructions were included.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

I couldn't get Android Auto to work using this hub. It would charge my phone but when I plugged in my Galaxy S8 and the Android Auto would come up on the Kenwood, the screen would either go black or the Android Auto screen would come up but not be functional (the buttons on the bottom) of the application were greyed out). I tried several cables including the one that came with my phone to no avail. I tried clearing the cache on my phone, too. This morning, I took out my headunit and plugged directly to the USB on the back and it worked perfectly. I can use that plug but I lose the two USBs on my Ram truck.

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Install was easier than expected

I do not use music protocols from Apple or Android, so this device not supporting it isn't a big deal for me. Streaming Pandora and music from the phone like an iPod works just fine with my Pioneer DVD double DIN. Yes, USB is now upside down, but who cares. It's inside my center console. Who is going to fuss about that? I am currently using a USB 3.0 drive and it works flawlessly. Not sure why other reviewers are having compatibility issues. I'd recommend formatting the drive to Fat 32, not NTFS. Quality of the in dash adaptor plug to the radio is top tier. The circuit board in the console isn't as nice as the factory unit, but hey....it gets the job done. I would have given 5 stars if the replacement unit had LEDs located in the same place as factory, but at least there is still light illuminating at night. Albeit not as bright as factory.

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Quality!

When you spend money to keep factory options you expect the same quality and features, this works better and I love the fact they used a led to illuminate the port, wish the factory one did that!

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Thought by the look of the board it would be a seem less install but it doesn't work oh well

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Not USB 3.0 campatible

Seems to work fine with USB 2.0 flash drives. No so much with USB 3.0. Little bit of trial and error revealed this little caveat. You'd think in this day and age this wouldn't be the case. Didn't have this issue with factory board on factory sound system. So I had to stop using the flash drive that I had, order a new USB 2.0 drive and use that instead.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Everything works great. Have the ability to use factory location for USB and acc jack. The instructions were a bit difficult, but was able to find YouTube video that made it easy.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

works great for aftermarket radios

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replace center console circuit board

This little device made all the difference, take note that on the Dodge Ram you will also need to replace the circuit board in your center console if you want it to work

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Worked great, retained factory USB with new Alpine head unit.

2015 Ram 1500

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

easy to install, works for charging, but can't browse or play music with it.

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USB only for charging, can't play music

This only allows you to charge your phone. I installed this along with a Pioneer AppRadio 4 and it doesn't allow the use of CarPlay or any music from my iPhone 7+. The whole reason I got this was because it said it allowed me to retain factory USB port, which it doesn't. I was able to use my phone and play music with the factory setup from the console USB input. For me, it's useless as I still have to use a USB cable through the dash to use Apple CarPlay. Other reviews say you can use a USB stick, but I didn't try that. If you plan to use your iPhone, I don't recommend this product. There should have been further explanation in the description of the limited functionality.

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Pure Junk - For Me Anyway

This thing is junk, and simply not worth the extra cost. I wish I could return it, as it will be wasted money in a box on a shelf. I am guessing it can't handle the distance the hub is from the radio in my 2014 Ram 1500. Kinda works for playing stuff on a USB, but nothing else would work. Tried the iPhone and iPad, neither would register. Plug them directly into the radio and they work fine. Even the USB stick works better this way. So, I ended up running the radio USB cable out the dash, which I didn't want to do....which is why I bought this thing to begin with! The OEM board is MUCH more substantial than this thing.

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USB works, mirror link does not

Works for my. USB connection and I play music through it all the time. Does not work to connect my phone to the mirror link. When attempting to connect my sons phone it closes that screen every time. It ignores my phone since I don't have the mirror link option on the phone.

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iDatalink ACC-USB-RAM USB Port Cable

Worked good

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iDatalink 2015 ram 1500

Easy to install on my 2015 ram 1500 crewcab. Follow instructions took maybe 10 mins.Worked as advertised, only thing i did not like is the usb stick has to be put in up side down. Not an issue if you do not have a retractable usb, you wont notice it.

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Great product

Great, finally after 2 years I can use my factory usb port and no need to have a loose cable in the glove box. I installed it in 5 minutes, all instructions included.

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Mixed Review

While this did enable the factory USB port and AUX port to be utilized, there are some minor issues still to be addressed. I have a Kenwood DDX9703S radio. While it will read a USB jump drive and play media files from it using this product, the Android Auto and Apple Car Play features on my radio would not function properly through this product. When I run a USB extension through my center console and to the same Android and Apple devices it worked flawlessly, thus knowing this product being the culprit. I contacted Crutchfield and they blamed the radio, saying it can't read USB devices when the factory USB cord running through the truck to the center console it is too long, Contacted Kenwood and they denied this claim, which my running a direct USB cable from my radio back to my center console also proved. So if your radio doesn't use Android Auto or Apple Car Play, this is a great product to utilize the factory port.

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Works...but why the necessity?

Worked as described...not really sure why the factory piece need to be replaced. The description does not identify except that this is needed to retain the factory outlet. The circuit board of the factory piece was much more substantial in comparison. The installation was not too difficult but I could see a novice being apprehensive in taking apart their console.

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Easy to reconnect factory USB and audio ports w/ aftermarket head unit

My Ram had an aftermarket head unit and a USB cable hanging loose in the glove box. The audio jack and USB port in the console were disconnected. This easy fix reconnected the console ports as they were intended and it did not take long to install. Great product.

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nice quality made product

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Factory USB port works again!

When upgrading the factory radio to a nice stereo/navigation unit the factory USB port no longer works. This device corrects that problem, for less than $30.00. After installation everything is just like new, I can finally use the console USB port instead of the wire hanging in the upper glove box. You will not be disappointed with this item!

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URAM it works...

The device works and it connects to any after market head unit, but just like the factory system, there is too much interference and clips through the audio

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Works perfectly

A bit of a pain getting the old card out of the case, but works flawlessly.

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