Can I power the Chromecast using an external battery pack?

[thatguy97]

I know this is random and not practical but would the chrome cast work off a battery pack or charger pack?

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[zkSharks]

I know this is random and not practical but would the chrome cast work off a battery pack or charger pack?

I'd hardly say that's an impractical question; it's a good idea. I can't say for sure, but my guess would be yes assuming the pack in question can provide the necessary current.

 

[Golfdriver97]

Even if it didn't, wouldn't the Chromecast just eat the battery faster than what the battery pack was configured for?

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[achiquitachaser]

Can i ask what would be the purpose lieu of plodding into an outlet

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[mavrrick]

Even if it didn't, wouldn't the Chromecast just eat the battery faster than what the battery pack was configured for?

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If the battery pack was designed to rapid charge no. To rapid charge the battery pack would have to put out over 1 amp and that is more then the CC needs.

I think the question is were would you be that you would have wifi and a tv but not have to a power outlet.

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[Golfdriver97]

If the battery pack was designed to rapid charge no. To rapid charge the battery pack would have to put out over 1 amp and that is more then the CC needs.

I think the question is were would you be that you would have wifi and a tv but not have to a power outlet.

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I was just following the line of questions for the OP. My cast is plugged into the USB port in my TV.

 

[mavrrick]

I was just following the line of questions for the OP. My cast is plugged into the USB port in my TV.

Actually I was responding to you about the power drain, and posing that questino to the OP.

 

[rageboardr]

So did you ever try it out? I am very curious about this, as I want to travel with my chromecast, and if an external battery like the
Amazon.com: PowerGen 9000mAh External Battery Pack High Capacity Power Bank Charger Dual USB output (w/imbedded Micro USB) for Apple and Android Devices: Cell Phones & Accessories
could power the Chromecast for a few hours, that would be easier than finding an open outlet in a hotel room. Also at home my wife doesn't want anymore wires in the living room, and the external battery could stash behind the tv for a movie or two.

 

[MikeyB4]

You can power a Chromecast with an external battery. I just tested it over the weekend when I was at a hotel in Detroit. The TV did not have an USB port and the I couldn't access the wall outlet because it was behind some furniture. I plugged the Chromecast into the external battery via USB and it worked fine. I watched a 90 minute movie and it barely drained battery.

 

[Majid Nasirinejad]

Hi,

What was the battery specification?
How much the battery was powerful for watching 90 min

Thanks