Convert a broken Galaxy S4 to media center? - Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Since I still owe over $200 on my Galaxy S4 with destroyed display and digitizer, but can operate it via the USB port with Vysor, I'm wondering if there's a way to convert it into a media center device to connect to an HDMI port on a TV? I've seen MHL+power and OTG+power cables, but is there a way to have MHL+OTG+power together?
If it's not possible to do all three together through the USB port, relying on Bluetooth for mouse and keyboard input, it will need a way to completely disable attempting to contact the cellphone network while leaving WiFi and Bluetooth enabled.

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Pimping Out Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 - USB host & cam questions

Hello everyone.
I am currently modding Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 for car instalation and everything seems to be great except I have problems with two things:
1) As the tab will be also my main music player I would need an USB host from time to time (check: http://www.expansys.si/samsung-usb-adapter-for-galaxy-tab-series-no-30-pin-to-sd-slot-229630/ ). It would be hard to switch that adapter with power supply just for the time I need to stick USB in it so I am asking if anyone knows if it is possible to have both active at the same time: power supply and USB host? Or if anyone has some other interesting idea how to transfer data to tablet asap from time to time? Please note that it will be really hard to reach it when installed.
2) Since the tab has back camera (which is useless to me in cars interior) i was thinking if there is any possible way to get that camera out of the tab with some extender or something? I've been looking at the interior of a tablet and the camera doesnt look to be attach in any other way than just a flat cable. Any ideas?
Thank you guys for your help in advance!
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It sound like this will be a permanent installation.
Instead of €22 for an adapter, I'd rather use a breakout and hardwire:
http://www.kineteka.com/galaxy-tab-connector.aspx
This will also allow you to wire the earphone output also.
Yes, with many devices you can charge and do host mode at the same time.
It's mostly a question of convincing your device to play nicely with a non-standard operation.
You can just bring out the USB leads or hardwire in a hub for more options, like a keyboard.
I'd use a DC converter circuit board hardwired instead of a cigarette lighter adaptor.
Something like this, maybe: http://www.lightobject.com/LM2576-High-Input-7V40V-Switching-5V-Power-Module-Regulator-P549.aspx
I think somewhere in the Tab 10.1 forums, someone figured out the proper wiring for a powered USB host adapter. 90% certain that would also work on Tab 2 7.0

MHL 2.0 and OTG together

Hi All,
I am using Samsung Galaxy Note 3. I bought MHL 2.0 and OTG cables.
Both are working fine, if it is used separately.
Meaning, connecting MHL cable to T.V's HDMI for watching movies, videos in bigger screen is superb.
Similiarly, connecting OTG for external thumb drive, keyboard and mouse are nice feature.
I want to use both MHL and OTG cable (wireless keyboard / mouse USB dongle connected to OTG), so that I can watch it in TV and also use mouse and keyboard. I have tried the below options:
Option1:
Connected MHL to TV and Note 3. In MHL we have micro USB for power but for Note 3, MHL don't need the separate power supply and so I have tried connecting OTG to the MHL power, but it is not detected
Option 2:
I have googled and came to know Samsung Smart Hub Dock, but it says not compatiable for Note 3 and S5
Option 3:
Googled more and got this "VicTsing® Multi-functional 3 in 1 Connection Kit USB OTG" but unfortunately this also mentioned not supported to use both MHL and OTG at the same time.
Week back only I have bought new wireless keyboard and mouse for $90 and don't want to spend again in buying bluetooth keyboard and mouse which would cost (more than $150)
Any suggestions on how to connect MHL (for HDMI) and OTG(for connecting wireless keyboard/mouse) at the same time
I can offer you some work arounds. I personally use BT mouse and keyboard. (BTW a kind of stupid oversight I use microsoft sculpt bt mouse that I remember specifically states on the box full android functionality not that I cared at the time, anyway when only the mouse is connected I cant get the on screen keyboard to work as if the mouse HID is recodnized as both)
there are more then a few software sollutions involving sharing HID via Wifi through your pc and router or computer to phone BT connection. or aby tablet as remote on screen HID but I think having a good cheap BT set near by is generally usefull for more then a few things so I do believe its worth the one time spending.
On another note I couldent figure out if Samsung has a Multimedia Dock Specifically for Note 3 since it would be more then ideal
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There is one that works
See this thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/accessories/mhl-usb-otg-t1741583/page22
SKU: 238273 on DealExtreme DX.com
That is the one I have and the same one "brb8two" mentions in comment #217.
It works perfect with my S4 and also works with my Wireless Xbox receiver, but it is MHL 1.0 which I believe is NOT a full 60frames or whatever, so it may appear slightly laggy but not bad and definitley better than the Samsung hub option for $99.
If you come across one with MHL 2.0 please let me know. Haven't been able to find one yet.

[Q] How to enable S4 bluetooth via pc.

Hi, I have an S4 with touchscreen and displays broken. I want to ask if is there any possibility to enable S4 bluetooth with pc? I want to use the S4 with Kodi, like a mini Pc and connect it with my TV. I have a MHL cable and i see the image on my TV but i can't use the phone, if i don't know how to enable the bluetooth to connect the mouse.

Samsung Galaxy S5 GF900F Display Borken

Hi,
Is there anyway to use Sidesync or other Software to connect my Phone with my Pc to control?
The Display is broken, no way to do anything. There is no Display Lock, the Phone itselfs works..i can use web.whatsapp and i can hear the Sounds from incoming messages and calls.
The Phone is rooted but usb debugging is disabled.
Please help.
Regards,
Ben
A USB otg cable and a computer mouse and and an hdmi connection is generally the answer I hear for this problem maybe some sort of y usb otg cable and a USB to hdmi adapter that is probably your best bet and then connect the USB to hdmi to a TV or maybe a pc
oh and you'll need a hdmi cable
sent from my nexus 4 I also own a voyager tablet and an I-phone 4s

Screen cracked. Access phone via adaptor otg hdmi usb c

Hi folks.
So i've cracked my galaxy s8 phone and i obviusoly cant access or use the phone. My question is how do i connect my phone to my pc . Obviously i can use the hdmi wire but i want to incorporate my mouse/keyboard in the hopes of connecting to my phone etc.
Ive bought one of those 3in1 adaptors (hdmi, usbc, usb) in the hopes of doing just that. Now as you can see ive connected thw adaptor to the phone and the hdmi (one end to the pc and one to the mobile) but it keeps saying no signal.
Anyhelp would be appreciated.
Try Samsung dex. It is designed to use your S8 with keyboard etc.. That if you don't mind spending another 100$ for it..

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