Continuous power to center console socket?

Helmar · 02-10-2006, 07:17 AM

I have a Motorola V551 cell phone that works flawlessly with my BMW bluetooth.

The only problem is that this phone is kept in the car 100% of the time.

Since there's no power to the center console socket when the car's off, I can't keep the phone on all of the time. I have to turn it off when I leave the car and turn it back on when I get in, or the phone battery drains.

Is there any way of keeping the power to the center console socket even when the car is off?

StevoSEA · 02-10-2006, 07:48 AM

sounds like this is more an issue with the phone battery not staying charged properly. I have a low end verizon picture phone and it stays charged at least 3-4 days befor needing a charge. The times that you are charging the phone (when driving your vehicle should more than offset the time it is on and not being charged) I would have the phone checked.

E90 · 02-10-2006, 07:54 AM

There is nothing wrong with your phone when there is no power in the center console .I have tried my dealer to look into this problem.He says that he cannot do anything about it since it comes like that from the factory.It seems to be a safety factor not to leave anything charging while the engine is not running.

cobradac · 02-10-2006, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Helmar

I have a Motorola V551 cell phone that works flawlessly with my BMW bluetooth.

The only problem is that this phone is kept in the car 100% of the time.

Since there's no power to the center console socket when the car's off, I can't keep the phone on all of the time. I have to turn it off when I leave the car and turn it back on when I get in, or the phone battery drains.

Is there any way of keeping the power to the center console socket even when the car is off?

I changed my x551 to a v557 and now get easy 4-5 days and up to 7 days occasionally while not on a charger (testing purposes only). I switched just for that reason. I have a cradle in my 6er, but operates just lile all MOST bus equipped new bimmers, in that the sockest, 12v all disappear when cars go to sleep. As long as I left phone in car (v551) it was ok except if I used other cars over the weekend and it would be dead by Monday. Now I can leave in car or take with me in other cars without a charger and no dead battery. Big difference. v557 looks/feels same as v551 and is exact same form factor as v551. Does have some internet access but I do not use it much.

E90Fleet · 02-10-2006, 08:33 AM

They do that so you dont have a flat battery

The 5 Series had many flat batteries due to phones being left on charge, so they disabled it

02-10-2006, 07:17 AM	#1
Helmar New Member 5 Rep 29 Posts Drives: 2006 330xi, Barrique red Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Maine iTrader: (0)	Continuous power to center console socket? I have a Motorola V551 cell phone that works flawlessly with my BMW bluetooth. The only problem is that this phone is kept in the car 100% of the time. Since there's no power to the center console socket when the car's off, I can't keep the phone on all of the time. I have to turn it off when I leave the car and turn it back on when I get in, or the phone battery drains. Is there any way of keeping the power to the center console socket even when the car is off? __________________ HBH 2006 330xi Barrique red, manual transmission Delivered February 3, 2006 Beige w/Dakota Leather Upholstery Poplar Natural Wood Trim Premium package Cold Weather Package Comfort Access Active Cruise Control Park Distance Control
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StevoSEA Second Lieutenant 2 Rep 227 Posts Drives: E90 325i(SA) TiAg/Blk ZSP 6mt Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Long Beach, Ca iTrader: (0)	sounds like this is more an issue with the phone battery not staying charged properly. I have a low end verizon picture phone and it stays charged at least 3-4 days befor needing a charge. The times that you are charging the phone (when driving your vehicle should more than offset the time it is on and not being charged) I would have the phone checked.
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E90 Bemuri 3 Rep 124 Posts Drives: 2013/320i AxDrive Alpine White Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Finland H:ki iTrader: (0)	There is nothing wrong with your phone when there is no power in the center console .I have tried my dealer to look into this problem.He says that he cannot do anything about it since it comes like that from the factory.It seems to be a safety factor not to leave anything charging while the engine is not running. __________________ Alpine Weiss 320i,(man)sport package,17"Breyton Inspiration wheels,through load system,proff radio,hifi speakers,bi-xenons,auto air-condition,alarm,light package,pdc,rainsensor,cruise control,cup holders,heated seats,headlamp washers,tinted windows rear,Ac-Schnitzer aluminium pedals.
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E90Fleet Lieutenant General 1312 Rep 10,185 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: South Africa iTrader: (0)	They do that so you dont have a flat battery The 5 Series had many flat batteries due to phones being left on charge, so they disabled it __________________ BMW if you are reading, I need a job, Please.
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