The Tether Tools USB Type-A Male to USB Micro-B Male & USB Micro-B Female Case Air Power Split Y-Cable (CAW122) is a specialized accessory for the Tether Tools Case Air Wireless Tethering System. Its primary function is to allow you to power and charge the Case Air unit simultaneously while it is actively being used for a wireless tethering session. This is particularly useful for extended shoots, such as time-lapses, video, or long studio sessions, where the Case Air's internal battery might be depleted.
Here is a breakdown of its features and how it works:
Key Features and Components
Y-Cable Design: The cable has a split, "Y" shape with three distinct connectors.
USB Type-A Male: This connector is the power input. It plugs into a standard USB power source, such as a USB wall adapter or a portable power bank. This provides the power needed to keep the Case Air running and charging.
USB Micro-B Male: This is the data and power output connector. It plugs directly into the Micro-USB port on the Tether Tools Case Air unit.
USB Micro-B Female: This is a port where you connect the standard USB cable that comes with the Case Air. This cable then runs from the Y-cable to your camera's USB port, establishing the data connection for tethered shooting.
Power Compatibility: The cable is designed to work with both 1.0 A and 2.1 A power sources, offering flexibility with different chargers and power banks.
Cable Length: The cable has a length of approximately 22 inches (55.88 cm), which is a convenient size for keeping a tethering setup tidy without excessive clutter.
How It Works
The Y-cable effectively splits the connection, allowing power to flow into the Case Air from an external source while simultaneously transmitting data between the Case Air and the camera.
Connect to Camera: Plug the standard USB cable (the one that came with your Case Air) into your camera's USB port.
Connect to Y-Cable: Plug the other end of that cable into the USB Micro-B Female port on the Tether Tools Y-Cable.
Connect to Case Air: Plug the USB Micro-B Male end of the Y-Cable into the Tether Tools Case Air unit.
Connect to Power: Plug the USB Type-A Male end of the Y-Cable into a USB power source.
This setup ensures that you can continue to shoot and transfer images wirelessly without worrying about the Case Air's battery life, eliminating the need to stop and recharge.