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PowerBook
2004-08-13, 18:52
Since the AirPort Express' USB interface is only printer-compatible ... I was curious if it still provided power, as some devices only connect to USB to draw power to be provided for the device ...

I was thinking that with such a device like the Griffin RoadTrip (http://griffintechnology.com/products/roadtrip/), the FM Transmitter can be removed and used with AirPort Express. It only has a USB connector to draw power when disconnected from it's auto charger.

http://griffintechnology.com/images/products/prod_roadtrip.jpghttp://images.apple.com/airportexpress/images/indextop06072004.jpg

The Apple site doesn't indicate anything that would suggest that the AirPort Express's USB interface does or does not provide power. Since it is an "all-in-one-unit" with a built-in power supply, one would think the USB interface does provide power.

With the Griffin RoadTrip connected to AirPort Express, this brings "wireless" to a new level - combining our car and home/office luxuries. I wonder if this was something intended at the moment from either company.

PowerBook
2004-08-14, 23:24
Actually ... I thought it would have been a better idea if AirPort Exress had a built-in FM transmitter. Oh well.