{"product_id":"player-one-usb-2-0-cable-2-meters","title":"Player One USB 2.0 Cable - 2m","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 Meter Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0 Interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShielded Flat Cable Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for Astrophotography Data Stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlayer One USB 2.0 Cable - 2 Meters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Player One USB 2.0 data cable provides a stable 2-meter connection engineered specifically for the demands of astrophotography. Its shielded, flat construction is designed to reject electromagnetic interference, ensuring reliable data transfer over its full 2-meter length from your camera to your computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShielded Flat Cable Design: A 2-Meter Solution for EMI Rejection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an astrophotography setup crowded with electronics, from mount controllers to dew heaters, electromagnetic interference (EMI) is a common source of dropped frames and corrupted data. This 2-meter cable features a built-in shielding layer within its flat design, actively protecting the USB 2.0 signal from external noise for stable, uninterrupted communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flexible, flat profile is more than an aesthetic choice; it resists tangling and has a lower profile than traditional round cables, simplifying cable management around the mount. This design reduces the risk of snags during slewing and tracking, a critical consideration for long imaging sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is a shielded USB 2.0 cable like this 2-meter Player One model important for astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an astrophotography setup, electronics like mount controllers and dew heaters can create electromagnetic interference (EMI). This Player One cable's built-in shielding protects the data signal, preventing dropped frames and ensuring stable communication between your camera and computer over its full 2-meter length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this 2-meter cable be long enough for connecting a guide camera on an 8\" SCT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 2-meter length is generally sufficient for connecting a guide camera or main imaging camera on a telescope like an 8\" SCT to a mini-PC on the mount or a laptop on a nearby accessory tray. It provides enough slack to accommodate telescope movement without pulling or snagging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the benefit of the flat design on the Player One USB cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flexible, flat profile resists tangling and has a lower profile than traditional round cables. This simplifies cable management and reduces the risk of the cable snagging on the mount or tripod during slewing and tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI'm experiencing dropped frames with my camera. Could this Player One USB 2.0 cable help?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, dropped frames are often a symptom of a poor data connection or electromagnetic interference. Using a high-quality, shielded cable like this one from Player One can often resolve these issues by providing a more stable and noise-resistant data link than a generic, unshielded cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this Player One cable for other USB 2.0 astronomy devices?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. While optimized for cameras, this 2-meter shielded cable is an excellent choice for any USB 2.0 astronomy accessory, such as a filter wheel or electronic focuser, where a reliable data connection is critical for proper function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy use a USB 2.0 cable when USB 3.0 is available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany guide cameras, filter wheels, and focusers use the USB 2.0 standard, which requires less power and is less susceptible to certain types of interference over long runs. For devices that don't require the high bandwidth of USB 3.0, a well-made USB 2.0 cable provides a highly reliable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Player One 2-Year Warranty\" href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/player-one-warranty-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlayer One 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Player One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913430790429,"sku":"POA-USB2-2M","price":21.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PlayerOne-USB2-0-cable-2-meters-1_17addec8-7a04-4e8e-a211-df31c71858e7.jpg?v=1789091066","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/player-one-usb-2-0-cable-2-meters","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}