{"product_id":"player-one-type-c-to-type-a-usb2-0-cable-2m","title":"Player One Type-C to Type-A USB2.0 Cable - 2m","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects USB Type-C devices to Type-A ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-meter (6.56 ft) length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0 standard for reliable data transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for guide cameras, filter wheels, and focusers\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\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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\u003eType-C to Type-A USB2.0 Cable 2M\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis 2-meter USB 2.0 cable provides a reliable connection between modern astronomy accessories using a USB Type-C port and computers or hubs equipped with standard USB Type-A ports. The generous 2-meter length ensures you have enough reach to manage cables cleanly from your telescope to your control computer without putting stress on the ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e2-Meter Length for Flexible Equipment Routing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eA common point of failure in an imaging setup is a cable that's too short, leading to snags or disconnects as the telescope slews. This 2-meter cable gives you ample slack to route the connection safely along your mount and down to your laptop or pier-mounted PC, preventing accidental pulls that can ruin a sub-exposure or damage equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eUSB 2.0 Standard: The Right Choice for Guiding and Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWhile high-speed planetary cameras require USB 3.0, many essential accessories do not. Guide cameras, filter wheels, and electronic focusers transmit very little data, making the robust and universally compatible USB 2.0 standard a perfect fit. Using a dedicated USB 2.0 cable for these devices ensures a stable connection without consuming high-speed bandwidth needed for your main imaging camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is this 2M USB-C to USB-A cable typically used for in an astronomy setup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis cable is primarily used to connect astronomy accessories that feature a modern \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C port\u003c\/strong\u003e to a computer, ASIAIR, or USB hub that uses the traditional \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-A port\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is ideal for devices like guide cameras, electronic filter wheels, or focusers that don't require high-speed data transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this USB 2.0 cable be fast enough for my planetary camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This is a \u003cstrong\u003eUSB 2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e cable, designed for lower-bandwidth devices. High-resolution planetary imaging requires a \u003cstrong\u003eUSB 3.0\u003c\/strong\u003e cable (typically blue-tipped) to achieve maximum frame rates. Using this cable with a USB 3.0 camera will limit its speed significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this 2-meter cable to power a cooled astronomy camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis cable handles data transfer and can provide basic power to low-draw devices like a guide camera. However, it \u003cstrong\u003ecannot\u003c\/strong\u003e supply the high current required for the TEC cooler on a dedicated deep-sky camera. Cooled cameras require a separate 12V DC power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy would I choose a USB 2.0 cable for my ZWO ASI120MM Mini guide camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA guide camera like the ZWO ASI120MM Mini only sends small amounts of data intermittently. A USB 2.0 connection is more than sufficient and is often more stable over long cable runs than a more complex USB 3.0 connection. The 2-meter length is perfect for routing the cable from a guidescope back to your control computer without strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the 2-meter length of this cable create a risk of data loss for a filter wheel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo, a 2-meter length is well within the official USB 2.0 specification for reliable data transfer. The commands sent to a filter wheel are very simple (e.g., \"move to position 3\"), so there is virtually no risk of data corruption or signal loss over this distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this Type-C to Type-A cable compatible with non-astronomy devices?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, absolutely. This is a standard USB 2.0 cable that can be used to connect or charge any device with a USB-C port—such as smartphones, tablets, or other peripherals—to a computer or charger with a USB-A port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType-A Male\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType-C Male\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 meters (6.56 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eType-C to Type-A USB 2.0 Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\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":52913429872925,"sku":"POA-TYPE-C-A-USB2.0-2M","price":22.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PlayerOne-Type-C-to-Type-A-USB2-0-Cable-2M-1_bc453f1b-2425-4a60-9998-fa00acdac1e7.jpg?v=1789091035","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/player-one-type-c-to-type-a-usb2-0-cable-2m","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}