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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Product Operation
Overview
The nSynC product contains the following core features:
USB Host operation with simultaneous mobile device charging
Charge up to four USB-C mobile devices
Wired networking (10/100 Ethernet) support
Powered by a USB-C charger
Fast Charging (where applicable)
The product’s mode of operation charges the mobile devices’ batteries to 100% as long as
external power is attached. This product supports Docking Detect, which ensures the mobile
devices enter the correct state during a "hot connect” to the LAVA adapter.
The nSynC-Staging adapter require no mobile device software or configuration.
The unit is powered by a USB-C charger. If the mobile devices are capable of Fast Charging, the
adapter can charge them at 9 volts. Otherwise, the devices will charge at 5 volts.
USB Host Operation with Simultaneous Mobile Device Charging
The nSynC-Staging allows the charging of select USB-C mobile devices while interacting with
the adapter’s wired network connection.
The compatible mobile devices have been verified to support USB Host operation while also
allowing the device to be charged. LAVA calls this feature SimulCharge, for simultaneous
charging while working with USB accessories, or Ethernet.
Not all mobile device manufacturers apply the USB-C specification in their products in the same
way. Not all aspects of USB-C and USB-C PD (Power Delivery) are necessarily implemented on
a device just because it has a USB-C receptacle. LAVA maintains a list on its website of which
mobile devices have been successfully tested for the ability to employ SimulCharge. You can
also contact LAVA by email at
or by phone at 1-800-241-5282 to find out
more information.
Note: If your charger is less than 45 watts, SimulCharge cannot operate. The adapter will switch
to OTG mode.
OTG Mode
In OTG mode, the mobile devices run off battery power and remain USB Hosts, allowing them
to communicate with the Ethernet connection on the adapter. The adapter itself is powered by the
AC power source.
The blue Mode Select button allows the adapter to be switched between OTG and SimulCharge
modes. For the sake of this document, manually switching to OTG mode will also be known as
Forced OTG mode. This is to distinguish it from the default OTG mode, which the adapter will
automatically switch to if it receiving less than 45 watts from the power supply.
