{"product_id":"vaddio-usb-3-2-gen-2x1-type-c-type-a-active-optical-cable-plenum","title":"Vaddio USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 Type C to Type A Active Optical Cable Plenum","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-and-why\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eVaddio USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 Type C to Type A Active Optical Cable Plenum\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVaddio USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 active optical cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for professional AV integrators, IT system designers, and broadcast facilities requiring high-speed, long-distance USB connectivity in plenum-rated environments. This fully shielded \u003cstrong\u003eType C to Type A optical cable\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers reliable 10 Gb\/s data transmission over 8 meters (26.2 feet) without signal degradation, making it ideal for connecting USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices across conduits, cable trays, and plenum spaces in commercial installations. Bus-powered operation eliminates the need for repeater hubs, simplifying deployment in complex AV and IT infrastructures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2x1 compliant with 10 Gb\/s data rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive optical cable technology for extended 8-meter reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB Type-C male to USB Type-A male connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlenum-rated for installation in air handling spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully shielded design minimizes electromagnetic interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBus-powered operation—no external power required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo repeater hubs needed for simplified installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional-grade construction for AV and IT environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaddio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e440-1007-008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2x1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Gb\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 m (26.2 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type (Input)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Type-C Male\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type (Output)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Type-A Male\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive Optical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlenum Rated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully Shielded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus-Powered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is an active optical cable and why is it better for long distances?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn active optical cable uses fiber optic technology with integrated electronics to transmit data over extended distances without signal loss. Unlike passive copper cables, the \u003cstrong\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2x1 active optical cable\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains full 10 Gb\/s performance at 8 meters, making it ideal for professional installations where standard USB cables would experience degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this cable in plenum spaces?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This cable is \u003cstrong\u003eplenum-rated\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning it meets fire safety codes for installation in air handling spaces, drop ceilings, and other plenum areas commonly found in commercial buildings and broadcast facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this cable require external power or a repeater hub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The cable is \u003cstrong\u003ebus-powered\u003c\/strong\u003e, drawing power directly from the USB host device. This eliminates the need for external power supplies or repeater hubs, simplifying installation through conduits and reducing cable clutter in professional AV systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat devices are compatible with USB Type-C to Type-A connectivity?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eType C to Type A connector\u003c\/strong\u003e configuration connects USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices with Type-C ports (such as modern cameras, audio interfaces, and storage devices) to legacy or standard USB Type-A hosts. 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