Charging iPod video

Just purchased a 30G iPod video, along with the universal dock. I didn't buy the USB power adapater, thinking it should work with my USB power adapter for other toys, such as the PDA and the blackberry. Did anyone try to charge the iPod using those 3rd party power adapters?
Can I charge my iPod by using external power adapter while the iPod is sitting in the dock?
Thanks.

I don't believe you will be able to charge the iPod unless the charger you're using has a connector like this:
How were you planning on hooking the USB cord to the Dock?
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