VMS4 USB Cable Tip

pumpitdjMember

I have two VMS4 units, Which so far they have been very reliable . Couple small problems but nothing huge . I ran into another problem , where I went out and purchased two Monster USB Cables , for my VMS4 . I plugged the cable in and it did not see the VMS4 . So I grabbed another VMS4 cable and same thing , I could not get a connection , so I even tried hooking it up to my other VMS4 and same thing no connection WTF I was so confused , I noticed that when I did plug the USB cable in at the back of the unit it felt really loose , I went through 6 USB cables before I found out what happened , The USB cable that comes with the VMS4 , you have to use that cable only . This cable has a bit more of a tighter fit , and it designed to work with this unit. So you may want to go to the parts department and order a couple for backup ! http://parts.americandj.com

3/30/114:40 PM

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Former Member

Must just be the cables you were trying as i don't use my vms4 cable as it isn't long enough.

My others work fine x

3/31/113:28 AM

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pumpitdjMember

Does the USB cable have a ground on it , like the original cable ?

3/31/116:01 AM

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Former Member

Nope, just a bog standard cheap white cable?

3/31/112:24 PM

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pumpitdjMember

Weird that the 6 cables I tried in both of my VMS4 did not work . Maybe it has something then to do with my computer . I'm running a almost brand new Toshiba Laptop .

4/1/116:10 AM

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Former Member

Could be? What operating system? I'm on OSX on a macbook.

4/1/1112:03 PM

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pumpitdjMember

I'm running windows 7 64 bit PC
Pentium Dual core 2.3 GHZ
4 GB ram

4/1/114:38 PM

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pumpitdjMember

Something I was reading today.

Types
There are three common causes of USB cable failure: improper cable use, damage to the cable and extending the cable length. USB cable failure can occur when you use a cable that is not designed for your device. USB cable failure also can occur when the cord or plugs attached to the cord are damaged or fail. When a user tries to extend a USB cable by connecting it to more USB cable, the USB cable may fail due to insufficient ability to transfer data through a longer cord.

Effects
If a USB cable fails, sometimes the computer won't recognize a device, which must happen for the computer and device to communicate. Another potential effect is that the computer will recognize that there is a device, but it will not be able to transfer any data between the computer and device.

Prevention/Solution
To prevent USB cable failure, always use the recommended type of cable from the device manufacturer. If your cable is damaged or does not function, purchase a new cable with the same specifications. Purchase a USB power hub and additional cables if you want to extend the length of your USB cable.

4/1/114:45 PM

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Former Member

Not a clue then. It can't be just coincidence that 6 don't work though.

4/1/115:22 PM

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pumpitdjMember

Well I wish it was, because I tried those cables in other equipment I have , and the cables work .

4/2/112:13 PM

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