Detailed Information on Magic Leap 2 USB-C Data and Power Capabilities

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We are working on a project that requires providing Magic Leap 2 with a continuous data stream and an internet connection via its USB-C port.

Could you please provide specific details on:

  1. Data Types and Protocols:
  • What types of data can Magic Leap 2 read through its USB-C port? For example, does it support serial data (UART), Ethernet over USB, or other protocols?
  • Is it possible to transmit both internet data and other sensor data (e.g., GNSS location data) simultaneously through the USB-C port?
  • Are there any restrictions or limitations on the data protocols or formats accepted via USB-C?
  1. Power Supply Capabilities:
  • How much power can the Magic Leap 2 USB-C port supply to connected devices?
  • Are there specific power delivery specifications or limitations we should be aware of when connecting external devices to the USB-C port?

Thank you for your assistance!

ML2 OS version: 1.8

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Hi @clonnqvist , thank you for hanging tight, we are looking into this information for you.

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Here is some additional information about USB C data and power capabilities:

Data Types and Protocols:

  • The Magic Leap 2 USB-C port is a USB 3.1 Gen 2 port, supporting up to 10Gbit/s speeds.
  • Magic Leap 2 supports USB On-The-Go (OTG), allowing it to act as a host device and communicate with various peripherals. Including Ethernet over USB, are supported.
  • Regarding Ethernet over USB, we may need more information, we support (most but not all) ethernet dongles that plug into the USB port.
  • Magic Leap 2 also supports the Android Open Accessory (AOA) protocol, allowing external accessories to communicate with the device.
  • As far as transmitting multiple data types simultaneously (such as internet data and sensor data), yes, this is possible through the USB-C port.
  • There are no specific restrictions on the data protocols or formats accepted via USB-C beyond standard USB protocol limits.

Power Supply Capabilities:

  • When operating in USB OTG (host) mode, the Magic Leap 2 USB-C port can supply up to 5W (5V, 1A) of power to connected devices.
  • If the connected device does not support power delivery, the power output is limited to 4.5W.

Do you mind providing us more information on what you intend to use Serial Data , specifically UART, for on the Magic Leap 2?

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Hi Casper,

It looks like Krystian responded to your question here on our developer forum so we will close these tickets and continue correspondence there as needed. If you do have a new question you can post there or open a ticket with us here as before.

Thank you and have a great weekend,

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Thank you, Krystian!

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