LAVA Computer MFG Inc.
nSynC-Staging Reference Manual - Rev A05
2 Vulcan St. Toronto, ON
Tel: +1 416 674-5942
www.lavalink.com
Canada, M9W 1L2
Toll Free (US & Canada): 800 241-5282
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SimulCharge Mode
The nSynC-Staging adapter can place up to four compatible mobile devices into the
SimulCharge Mode. SimulCharge Mode informs the mobile device to operate as a USB Host
controller, but not to provide power for USB accessories. With SimulCharge mode active, the
mobile device is expecting power to be provided to it for battery charging and running the
mobile device. This allows the mobile device to be run while simultaneously interacting with one
or more USB accessories and/or Ethernet. The SimulCharge charging rates are specific to each
mobile device.
Mobile devices operating in SimulCharge mode may limit the amount of power drawn from the
external power source. Limiting the power drawn from the external supply allows the supply to
be shared between the mobile device and USB accessories. If there is not enough power coming
in, the mobile device takes the extra from the battery. In this case, the battery will not be
charging. The screen brightness may have to operate at less than 100% to allow the battery to
charge. The colour scheme of the device application can be designed to reduce the power
required. Application processes requesting too much CPU time increase the power needed for the
mobile device.
SimulCharge uses features specific to a set of compatible mobile devices which are identified in
the System Requirements section. Simultaneous battery charging and USB Host operation are
not universal among mobile devices. Mobile device models have different features based on
country/region.
Note: The nSynC-Staging adapter needs to be powered 45W USB-C power supply or higher for
SimulCharge to work. If the charger is less than 45 watts, it will default to OTG mode.
