Amazon Basics Charging Dock for Nintendo Switch Pro Controller with USB Cable - 2.6 Feet Cable, Black
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A charging port is not available on my grip.
No, this is a self-contained unit that runs on 220 volts.
The wall AC adapter is multi-functional and compatible. (100 volts) (240 volts, 50/60 Hz). I live in Chile, where the voltage is 220 volts, and this charging station works perfectly.
It's exactly the same as leaving the controller connected to the cable.
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Is it possible to charge it? Yes. When I try to dock the controller, does it irritate me? Yes.
" (It also has the awesome unpublicized secondary benefit of preventing remotes from being left on the floor or couch all the time!) It's small enough that I can fit two of them (4 controllers) into the shelving units, and the wires are neatly hidden behind the shelves. br>br>Seems to charge quickly, and because it's so convenient and simple to use, I've never had a controller die since I installed these stations. br>br>Excellent deal that I strongly advise.
Charges the controllers according to the instructions. Red light indicates charging, while green light indicates full charge, according to the description. With my unit, however, this is not the case. You can't tell if a fully charged controller is fully charged or charging because one light is always red and the other is always green, regardless of whether I put it on the left or right charging dock. br>br>Also, plugging the controllers into the dock takes some effort, and removing them requires two hands. You must hold the base while removing the controller or it will not come off, and you must use two hands to properly place them. It's a minor annoyance, but it's still an annoyance.
Pros:
- One of the few professional controller-only docks on the market.
- Cons: LED isn't obnoxious/blue. br>br>Cons: LED isn't obnoxious/blue. br>br>
- There's no easy way to align the controller, and you'll most likely scratch the port area while "fishing" for a connection.
- There is no way to remove the cord because it is so short. If you need a longer run, invest in a high-quality A male to A female extension cable. br>br>Other / Basic hack:
- The idea of adding markings to help with alignment came from enterprise laptop docks. A small dash on the dock and laptop that you line up, or something similar, dramatically improves the chances of a successful dock on the first try, according to one manufacturer.
- I marked the locations of the and - with colored electrical tape. I didn't want to attach anything or leave a mark on the controller because the switch logo is difficult to see.
- If you have the SSB version, the Smash logo makes it a lot easier because you can mark the black space in the middle with a marker.
- Instead of cutting tape, use a paint pen to write or draw markings on the dock itself. br>br>Amazon Ideas/Suggestions:
- PLEASE TAKE OUT THE CABLE! It's significantly more flexible with Type C and Micro Usb cables, especially since the attached cable is far too short for any reasonable use.
- Use a NON LATCHING type C port, like the switch dock, to reduce the amount of force required to dock and undock.
- Perhaps a spring-loaded strain relief around the port, similar to the original switch dock and other controller docks (at least for PS4).
- Make a notch in the dock and attach a small, unobtrusive alignment nib to the controller's underside or front (port side).
- /- should be added. Indicators like the ones I've made, as well as a few clear film adhesives with alignment markers that can be adjusted as needed by sticking one on the controller and one on the dock, or several on the dock using the controller's markings.
I recently purchased a PlayStation 4 Pro and was having trouble charging the controllers via the PlayStation 4 Pro's USB ports. According to some articles, purchasing a powered charging dock for the PS4 controllers is a simple fix until Sony resolves the USB charging port issue. I made sure that I bought something that was sold by Amazon, as I do with most things I buy from Amazon, and it was a good choice. This charging dock or station works perfectly, and I no longer have any problems keeping my controllers fully charged at all times.
This was purchased for my son to use with his PlayStation 4 and to charge his two Dualshock controllers. It does exactly what it says on the tin. I'm at a loss for words - You plug in two controllers and they start charging. My son had some trouble seating the controllers properly so they could charge at first, but the lights indicate when the controllers are charging, and my son eventually got the hang of it. br>br>Not only do the controllers charge quickly, but I also like that they wind up on the charger, making them easy to locate and avoid being stepped on (or eaten by a dog).
This is an excellent charging station that greatly aids in keeping the PlayStation in order. My only criticism is that connecting the controller requires a significant amount of force. I wish I could just drop it in and have it work.
Because someone on Reddit said it worked fine with a Stadia controller, I got it to use with one. To make contact with the USB-connected device, the controller must be pressed down firmly. However, there is a C connector. I'd like to see Amazon either create a version of this for the Stadia controller, or modify this one with a plastic piece that the controller rests on that can be flipped to accommodate the Stadia controller (revealing more connector), or increase the height of the connector to make a better connection.
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