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Hi, Does anyone know what the power supply / source is for the Google mini ? I am looking for something that does not need a mains plug 110v or 220v What I would like is something that will run off 12v or USB. I live on a boat and although I have a generator, it’s only on for a couple of hours a day. Please help. I would really appreciate it. Thanks
I can confirm that the Google Home Mini works with a simple micro USB input, just like a smartphone. The plug is a bit recessed so not all USB cables will be compatible, but I easily found one that is. You should get a high quality cable because the voltage drop at full volume is enough to make the Home Mini reboot. The included AC adapter is rated at 5V and up to 1.8A, so get an USB adapter rated at 1.8 or more amps.
Hi @cambodan it seems that the google home mini is powered by usb through a micro usb, if possible get a usb power adapter that can supply 5V 2A to test. Check by doing this is it able to power up normally. Since you mentioned about operating in a boat, maybe you can configure something like below Solarpanel USB Output to > micro-usb of Powerbank configure in UPS mode USB output to > micro-usb Google Home Mini https://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-PowerBank… https://www.ebay.com/itm/Soshine-LCD-4-S… Note: 4 bay bay batteries should be able to hold for some time……. Batteries 18650 are purchased separately, get reputable models like Panasonic / Sanyo / Sony / Samsung / LG Chemical. else if your generator is 12V DC output, you can consider this https://www.ebay.com/itm/DC-12V-to-USB-5… still i would recommend you to put a power bank in between as in between 12V DC output from generator > 12 to usb 5v module > power bank set to ups mode > google home mini While the generator is starting, the generator voltage and frequency normally are not stable. It is recommended to place a powerbank(acts as UPS) between the generator The UPS will condition the input voltage to stable output 5V for your usb devices.
Do not use a pc to power the home mini as it will cut off on max volume due to not enough amps.
My research has brought me to this, as long as you have a charging block rated for at least 5v @ - 1.8 amp your in most regular chargers are around 5v @ 1 - 1.2 amp some are 5v @2 amp that’s the one you want if replacing original power supply Don’t use fast charging blocks as they may overcharge the device.
Any adapter/converter that produces at least 1.8A to a USB socket will work just fine. The easiest ones to find that step down from 12V will be the ones used in car lighter/accessory sockets.
You will need a 12 V inverter that converts 12 V to 110 V available at any hardware store or automotive store
