{"product_id":"player-one-type-c-to-type-a-usb3-2-cable-2m","title":"Player One Type-C to Type-A USB3.2 Cable - 2m","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects USB-C devices to USB-A ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.2 standard for high-speed data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-meter (6.5-foot) cable length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable, flexible construction\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\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 USB3.2 Cable 2M\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2-meter Type-C to Type-A cable bridges the gap between modern USB 3.2 astronomy cameras and host computers equipped with standard USB-A ports. The generous 2-meter length provides crucial flexibility in routing the cable from your telescope to your laptop without putting strain on the connectors.\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\u003eA 2-Meter USB 3.2 Connection for Modern Astro-Cameras\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs more astronomy cameras and accessories adopt the USB-C standard, a reliable adapter cable becomes essential for connecting to laptops, hubs, and control PCs that still use legacy USB-A ports. This cable ensures you can continue using your existing hardware without compromising the high-speed data transfer required for planetary imaging and other demanding applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects any USB-C device, such as a Player One or ZWO camera, to a computer or hub with a standard USB-A 3.0\/3.2 port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2-meter (approx. 6.5 feet) length is ideal for most portable telescope setups, allowing for clean cable management and movement without risking disconnection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable Data Transfer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to the USB 3.2 specification, this cable is designed to handle the high data rates generated by modern CMOS sensors, preventing dropped frames during critical captures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\"\u003eWhat is this Type-C to Type-A USB 3.2 Cable used for in astronomy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cable is primarily used to connect modern astronomy cameras and devices that have a \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C port\u003c\/strong\u003e to a computer, ASIAIR, or USB hub that has the older, rectangular \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-A ports\u003c\/strong\u003e. It ensures you can get a high-speed data connection even with mixed port types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this 2M cable work with my Player One camera and a laptop with only USB-A ports?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, absolutely. Player One cameras utilize a USB-C port for data transfer. This 2-meter cable is the perfect solution for connecting your Player One camera to a standard USB 3.0\/3.2 Type-A port on your laptop or PC for imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs 2 meters long enough for a typical telescope setup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most portable setups, including refractors or SCTs up to 8-11\" on a German equatorial mount, a 2-meter cable provides ample length to run from the camera to a laptop on a nearby table. For very large observatory setups, you may need to consider an active USB extension cable in addition to this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes this USB 3.2 cable support the full speed of my planetary camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cable is manufactured to the USB 3.2 standard, which is designed for high-speed communication. It will allow your camera and computer to negotiate the highest possible data rate, which is essential for preventing dropped frames during high-frame-rate planetary or lunar imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this cable to connect my ZWO camera to an ASIAIR Pro or Plus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. If you have a newer ZWO camera with a USB-C port, this cable will allow you to connect it to one of the USB-A 3.0 (blue) ports on the ASIAIR Pro or Plus for high-speed image transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy do I need a Type-C to Type-A cable instead of a C-to-C cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need this specific cable when your \u003cstrong\u003esource device (camera) has a USB-C port\u003c\/strong\u003e, but your \u003cstrong\u003ehost device (computer\/hub) has only USB-A ports\u003c\/strong\u003e. A C-to-C cable would only work if both the camera and the computer had USB-C ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\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 Type-C to USB Type-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 3.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Meters (~6.5 feet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Type-C (Male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Type-A (Male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\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 3.2 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\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":52913429643549,"sku":"POA-TYPE-C-A-USB3.2-2M","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PlayerOne-Type-C-to-Type-A-USB3-2-Cable-2M-1_cfa76b60-c23d-40d1-abb9-ae27af60df9e.jpg?v=1789091027","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/player-one-type-c-to-type-a-usb3-2-cable-2m","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}