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Cell Phone - iPhone(R) Not Charging With USB Interface

SI B 65 26 09
Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms, SRS

September 2009
Technical Service

SUBJECT
iPhone Doesn't Charge When Connected To The USB Audio Interface

MODEL
All models with factory-equipped USB Audio Interface (option 6FL)

SITUATION
The iPhone 3G and 3GS do not charge when connected to the USB audio interface via the Y-cable. The following two messages can be displayed on the iPhone 3GS screen:

^ "THIS ACCESSORY IS NOT MADE TO WORK WITH iPHONE" (When a iPhone 3GS is connected via the Y-cable to the USB audio interface).


^ "CHARGING IS NOT SUPPORTED WITH THIS ACCESSORY" (If a iPhone 3GS is connected via an aftermarket USB cable to the USB audio interface, but only to the USB connector).

CAUSE
The iPhone 3G and 3GS are not compatible for charging through the USB audio interface.

INFORMATION
Do not replace parts.

Inform the customer that Apple introduced a new charging protocol with the iPhone 3G and 3GS.

As a result, the devices will not charge through the USB audio interface.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
For information only





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