Options for moving the front USB port to the center console

[StangTime]

I would like to move the front USB port to be near the other USB in the armrest. Has anyone done this? My DSP came with this remote control:

It fits perfectly in the space where the existing front USB port is. I still need to have 2 functioning USB. Never liked that USB at the front either with my thumb drive poking out and getting in the way. I found a couple things on Amazon that might do the trick to allow me have 2 USB ports in the armrest. Any opinions on these? Anyone done something like this?

https://www.amazon.com/BATIGE-Water...9Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Or this square one:
https://www.amazon.com/BATIGE-Squar...uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

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[OF5.0]

I will ask and not assume anything: are you looking to just extend the existing USB location in the radio/AC bezel area to retain the Sync connection or do you just need a USB charging port (no Sync connection) added close to the center console USB location?

 

[StangTime]

I use the front USB for my music so I would need to retain the data transfer features.

 

[OF5.0]

Based on your two options, I’d choose the square one. However, have you looked at USB relocation adapters to move it to the cigarette lighter outlet? It won’t require a hole to be cut. Pop out the cigarette lighter outlet, pop in the adapter, and run the factory USB cable to the adapter. Just an idea.

 

[StangTime]

Based on your two options, I’d choose the square one. However, have you looked at USB relocation adapters to move it to the cigarette lighter outlet? It won’t require a hole to be cut. Pop out the cigarette lighter outlet, pop in the adapter, and run the factory USB cable to the adapter. Just an idea.

The first link in my original post is a USB port that mounts in the cigarette lighter hole. I will likely go with that one. I saw some other ones on Amazon that were rectangular and had 2 illuminated ports but they all said "Does not fit Mustang" they were also very expensive.

 

[OF5.0]

The first link in my original post is a USB port that mounts in the cigarette lighter hole. I will likely go with that one. I saw some other ones on Amazon that were rectangular and had 2 illuminated ports but they all said "Does not fit Mustang" they were also very expensive.

If the round adapter that you posted is too big for the outlet hole, you could try something like this:
https://www.arrow.com/en/products/0...MI1t2w7_WI6gIVE0WGCh246QlFEAQYAyABEgKf5_D_BwE

 

[StangTime]

If the round adapter that you posted is too big for the outlet hole, you could try something like this:
https://www.arrow.com/en/products/0...MI1t2w7_WI6gIVE0WGCh246QlFEAQYAyABEgKf5_D_BwE

Thanks. That one is nice. They are about the same diameter after comparing the spec sheets. I have some options now!

 

[Spork3245]

You’d have to run a lot of wiring and do some substantial modifications.
Just use this:
USB Splitters - wishacc 2-Port USB Hub 1 Male to 2 Female USB y Splitter Cable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MHYVVZ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ron7EbP55XZA2
Bandwidth will be cut in half if two devices are being read at the same time, however.

 

[Spork3245]

Also, those ones that go into the cigarette lighter do not have data transfer capability, just power (ie: device charging). If device charging is all you want there’s plenty of incredibly cheap options.

 

[OF5.0]

You’d have to run a lot of wiring and do some substantial modifications.
Just use this:
USB Splitters - wishacc 2-Port USB Hub 1 Male to 2 Female USB y Splitter Cable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MHYVVZ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ron7EbP55XZA2
Bandwidth will be cut in half if two devices are being read at the same time, however.

While I haven’t verified this with my 2019 Mustang, most cars cannot use cable splitters or USB hubs for data transfer. You can, however, use single cable extenders to relocate the USB port. The products mentioned earlier in the thread act as extenders.

 

[StangTime]

I've decided to leave the USB port where it is. Just too much hassle and extra cost to move it. I mounted the DSP control in the center between the USB and the power port. I would have liked it on the far left but it will still be functional in the middle.

FYI in my quest I found this Ford dual USB hub that would have been a perfect solution, leaving the front port unplugged and unoperational of course. The big issue was after shipping and duty I would have paid $100 for it.

 

[Spork3245]

I've decided to leave the USB port where it is. Just too much hassle and extra cost to move it. I mounted the DSP control in the center between the USB and the power port. I would have liked it on the far left but it will still be functional in the middle.

FYI in my quest I found this Ford dual USB hub that would have been a perfect solution, leaving the front port unplugged and unoperational of course. The big issue was after shipping and duty I would have paid $100 for it.

Only one of those ports will work unless you run the wiring from the USB under the radio to add a second bandwidth channel to the center console. That hub is for F150s. There is only wiring for a single channel in the center console. It would be the same situation, just would look a lot nicer.

While I haven’t verified this with my 2019 Mustang, most cars cannot use cable splitters or USB hubs for data transfer. You can, however, use single cable extenders to relocate the USB port. The products mentioned earlier in the thread act as extenders.

I’ll try it tomorrow or later in the week, but, the splitter works fine in my fiancé’s M56x.
Those extenders previously linked would require the wiring from one of the existing USB ports to be rerouted to it to function as a USB port: that’s the issue I was pointing out.

 

[Freedom]

Only one of those ports will work unless you run the wiring from the USB under the radio to add a second bandwidth channel to the center console. That hub is for F150s. There is only wiring for a single channel in the center console. It would be the same situation, just would look a lot nicer.



I’ll try it tomorrow or later in the week, but, the splitter works fine in my fiancé’s M56x.
Those extenders previously linked would require the wiring from one of the existing USB ports to be rerouted to it to function as a USB port: that’s the issue I was pointing out.

when we were first getting carplay sync 3 updates, I bought a F150 Hub. I haven't tested both usb ports together at the same time, but they both worked individually and Id bet they both work together.

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