{"product_id":"qhyccd-usb2-0-cable","title":"QHYCCD USB2.0 Cable","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement USB 2.0 Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor QHYCCD QHYCFW3 Filter Wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides Both Power and Data Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables Standalone Filter Wheel Operation\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\u003eUSB2.0 Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis USB 2.0 cable is a direct replacement for the one supplied with QHYCCD's QHYCFW3 series filter wheels. It allows the filter wheel to be controlled and powered directly from a computer, enabling standalone operation when not connected to a QHYCCD camera's dedicated filter wheel port.\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\u003ePower and Control for QHYCCD Filter Wheels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this cable can power the QHYCFW3 directly over USB, the filter wheel's power consumption can exceed the limit of some standard computer USB ports. This can sometimes result in unreliable connectivity. If you experience this issue, the filter wheel should be powered via its separate 12V power port. In this configuration, this USB cable continues to provide stable data communication for computer control, ensuring your imaging sequence runs without interruption.\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\"\u003eWhat is this USB2.0 Cable primarily used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a replacement USB 2.0 cable intended for use with QHYCCD QHYCFW3 filter wheels. It provides both data communication for control and power for standalone operation, separate from a QHY camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy might my QHYCFW3 filter wheel not work reliably with just USB power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QHYCFW3 filter wheel can draw more current than some computer USB 2.0 ports are designed to supply. While many ports work fine, those with lower power output may cause the filter wheel to disconnect. In these cases, it is recommended to power the wheel with a separate 12V supply and use this USB cable for data only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIf I power my QHYCFW3 with a 12V adapter, do I still need this USB cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if you wish to control the filter wheel from a computer. When using an external power supply, this USB cable is still required to transmit commands between your imaging software and the filter wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this a proprietary QHYCCD cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it is the standard replacement part for QHYCCD accessories, it is a standard USB 2.0 cable. It should be compatible with other astronomical devices that use the same physical USB connectors, though it is sold and supported as a QHY accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need this cable if my QHYCFW3 is connected to my QHY camera's filter wheel port?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. When your QHYCFW3 is connected to a compatible QHYCCD camera via the 4-pin filter wheel port, both power and control are handled through that single connection. This USB cable is only needed for standalone operation when connected to a computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCould a faulty USB cable cause my filter wheel to malfunction?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. A damaged or worn-out USB cable is a common cause of intermittent connection problems for any astronomy accessory. Having a reliable spare like this one on hand can prevent a lost night of imaging while troubleshooting connectivity issues.\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\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/qhyccd-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQHYCCD Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"QHYCCD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52942992507165,"sku":"QHY-030001","price":21.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/QHYCCD-USB2-0-Cable-1_cbf140e8-d9fe-4215-ba71-ebb614742ffb.jpg?v=1789615099","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/qhyccd-usb2-0-cable","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}