The OAK Y Adapter is recommended for use with a Luxonis OAK 2 device (not compatible with OAK 4) and allows for simultaneous charging and a USB3 Type C connection.
OAK Y Adapter supplies power to OAK 2 cameras through a USB-C connector. Note that in most cases, the host computer can provide enough current (>1A).
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Description
The Y-adapter is only needed in cases where host is not able to provide enough current:
- For Pro versions (OAK-D Pro, OAK-D-W Pro), where IR LED and dot projector can draw up to 1A alone
- In case you are using small SBC like Raspberry Pi, and OAK 2 camera isn’t the only USB device that’s drawing power
- Connect host computer to the Y-adapter’s USB-C data port via USB-C cable
- Connect 5V voltage (eg. standard USB wall charger) to the Y-adapter’s USB-C power port via USB-C cable
- Insert Y-adapter to the OAK 2 device via USB-C connector
