Belkin BOOST↑CHARGE™ Smart LED Lightning to USB-A Cable, CAA007 Frequently Asked Questions

TABLE OF CONTENTS
 

PRODUCT INFORMATION

1.  
What is the Belkin BOOST↑CHARGE™ Smart LED Lightning to USB-A Cable, CAA007? 
2.  What is the warranty of the Belkin CAA007?
3.  Does the cable come with a Connected Equipment Warranty (CEW)?
4.  Is the Belkin CAA007 MFi-certified?
5.  Is the cable USB-IF-certified?
6.  Is the Belkin CAA007 USB-PD-certified?
7.  What is included in the package of the Belkin CAA007?

HARDWARE INFORMATION

1.  
What length does the Belkin CAA007 come in?
2.  What colors are available?
3.  What type of cable is the Belkin CAA007?
4.  What is the Belkin CAA007 cable made of?
5.  Are there any status lights on the Belkin CAA007?
6.  What is the power usage of the status light on the Belkin CAA007 cable?
7.  On what side of the connector is the status light located? 

FUNCTIONALITY

1.  
Can I charge and sync my iOS device at the same time using the Belkin CAA007 cable?
2.  Can I charge my phone with a case using the Belkin CAA007 cable?
3.  Does the Belkin CAA007 cable support MagSafe® charging with the iPhone 12 series of phones?
4.  Does the Belkin CAA007 cable support data syncing?
5.  What happens when my iOS device is done charging with the Belkin CAA007 cable?
6.  What does the status light mean on the Belkin CAA007?

COMPATIBILITY

1.  
What devices will the Belkin CAA007 work with?
2.  Is there a minimum iOS version required to use this cable?
3.  Can I use this cable to charge my iOS device with a computer USB port?
4.  What type of charger can I use with the Belkin CAA007 cable?

 



PRODUCT INFORMATION

1.  What is the Belkin BOOST↑CHARGE™ Smart LED Lightning to USB-A Cable, CAA007?

The Belkin BOOST↑CHARGE™ Smart LED Lightning to USB-A Cable, CAA007 lets you charge your iPhone® or iPad® with an aircraft-grade aluminum and double-braided nylon exterior that can withstand wear and tear while maintaining an elegant look.  It allows you to see your phone’s charging status at a glance.  It features a universally compatible USB-A connector that can charge up to 12W using a wall charger or a car charger.

2.  What is the warranty of the Belkin CAA007?

The Belkin CAA007 has a 2-year limited warranty.
 

3.  Does the cable come with a Connected Equipment Warranty (CEW)?

No.

4.  Is the Belkin CAA007 MFi-certified?

Yes.

5.  Is the cable USB-IF-certified?

No.

6.  Is the Belkin CAA007 USB-PD-certified?

No.

7.  What is included in the package of the Belkin CAA007?

One Belkin CAA007.

HARDWARE INFORMATION
 

1.  What length does the Belkin CAA007 come in?

The Belkin CAA007 is available in 1.2 m / 4 ft.

2.  What colors are available?

The Belkin CAA007 is available in the following colors:

 

  • Black:  CAA007BT04BK
  • White:  CAA007BT04WH
  • Gray:  CAA007BT04GR


3.  What type of cable is the Belkin CAA007?

This cable is a USB-A male to Lightning® male connector.

4.  What is the Belkin CAA007 cable made of?

The cable is made of the following:

 

  • Double-braided nylon cable
  • Copper wiring
  • TPU strain relief
  • Aircraft-grade aluminum housing


5.  Are there any status lights on the Belkin CAA007?

Yes.  The Belkin CAA007 features a dual-color status indicator light that changes to show the following status:

 

  • Orange light means charging
  • Green light means fully charged


6.  What is the power usage of the status light on the Belkin CAA007 cable?

The status light power usage is 20–40 mW.

7.  On what side of the connector is the status light located?

The status light is located on both sides of the Lightning connector for easy viewing. 


FUNCTIONALITY

1.  Can I charge and sync my iOS device at the same time using the Belkin CAA007 cable?

Yes.  This cable can charge and sync your device at the same time when connected to a computer.

2.  Can I charge my phone with a case using the Belkin CAA007 cable?

Yes.  The Belkin CAA007 will work with most cases.

3.  Does the Belkin CAA007 cable support MagSafe® charging with the iPhone 12 series of phones?

The Belkin CAA007 does not support MagSafe® technology.

4.  Does the Belkin CAA007 cable support data syncing?

Yes.

5.  What happens when my iOS device is done charging with the Belkin CAA007 cable?

The iOS device will switch to trickle-charge mode.  The status light will remain green as long as it is still plugged into the USB port and into the iOS device.

6.  What does the status light mean on the Belkin CAA007?

See the table below for the status light behaviors:

 

StatusColorDescription
OFFNoneThe cable is not plugged into any device
SolidOrangeiOS device is charging
SolidGreeniOS device is fully charged

COMPATIBILITY

1.  What devices will the Belkin CAA007 work with?

The Belkin CAA007 is designed for iPhone
, iPad, and any device that charges via a Lightning connector.  It has been tested for compatibility with the following devices:
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12 Pro
  • iPhone 12
  • iPhone 12 mini
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone XS
  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone 8
  • iPhone 8 Plus
  • iPad Pro® 12.9-inch 2nd generation
  • iPad Pro 10.5-inch

2.  Is there a minimum iOS version required to use this cable?

The Belkin CAA007 has been tested to support iOS 12 through iOS 14.

3.  Can I use this cable to charge my iOS device with a computer USB port?

The Belkin CAA007 can be used to charge your iOS device with your computer’s USB-A port if the port output has enough power to charge the iOS device.

4.  What type of charger can I use with the Belkin CAA007 cable?

The Belkin CAA007 is designed with a USB-A charger supporting a power output of up to 5V / 2.4A / 12W.

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