Video Adapters provide 4K HD video through USB 3.0 connection.
Press Release Summary:
USB 3.0 to HDMI® (USB32HD4K) and USB 3.0 to DisplayPort® 1.2 (USB32DP4K) enable users to connect USB 3.0-equipped laptop or desktop PC to Ultra HD 4K television, display, or projector, even if computer does not natively support 4K video. Integrated chipset enables plug-and-play functionality, where drivers are automatically installed and updated, and USB-powered performance eliminates need for additional power supply. Areas of use include graphics-intensive applications.
Original Press Release:
New USB 3.0 4K Video Adapters Provide the Highest Graphical Resolution Output Available Through USB
StarTech.com announces two new USB 3.0 to 4K Ultra HD Video adapters, USB 3.0 to HDMI® and USB 3.0 to DisplayPort® 1.2, delivering the highest graphical output available from a USB video adapter, to support Ultra HD 4K displays. The adapters provide an easy way to increase productivity for graphics-intensive applications such as photo editing, graphic design, multimedia creation and other high-detail applications, by enabling users to connect their laptop or desktop PC to a 4K display, even if the computer is unable to output 4K video.
Lockbourne, OH - StarTech.com, a leading manufacturer of hard-to-find connectivity parts, has announced the release of two Ultra HD 4K USB 3.0 Video Adapters, including a USB 3.0 to DisplayPort 1.2 4K Video Adapter (SKU: USB32DP4K) and a USB 3.0 to HDMI 4K Video Adapter (SKU: USB32HD4K). The new adapters enable users to connect their USB 3.0-equipped laptop or desktop computer to a 4K television, display or projector, even if the computer does not natively support 4K video.
The adapters feature a chipset that offers a true plug-and-play experience. When connected to a host computer, the adapters will automatically verify that the newest drivers are installed and if necessary download the most recent versions and prompt users to update.
“4K displays are becoming more readily available in the market, but not everyone has a powerful enough laptop, Ultrabook or desktop video card to drive a 4K monitor” said John Mardinly, Senior Product Manager for StarTech.com’s line of USB Video Adapters. “Our USB 3.0 to 4K adapters let you take advantage of resolutions supported by Ultra HD displays for applications that require an added level of graphical clarity and detail, such as photo editing, graphic design and multimedia creation”.
Features of StarTech.com’s USB 3.0 to 4K Video Adapters include:
• Ultra HD 4K support through USB 3.0, even if the host computer doesn’t natively support 4K output
• DisplayLink 4K Plug and Display™ certified - automatic driver installation and updates
• USB 3.0 host connection provides maximum bandwidth for 4K Ultra HD output
• USB-powered performance - no additional power supply required
MSRP for StarTech.com’s USB 3.0 to DisplayPort 1.2 4K Video Adapter (SKU: USB32DP4K) is $117.99 (USD) in the United States, $121.99 (CAN) in Canada, £89.99 (GBP exc. VAT) in the UK. The USB32DP4K will be available at CDW, Amazon.com, Newegg.com, PC Connection, and Insight and will be distributed by Ingram Micro, SYNNEX, Tech Data, D&H and ASI.
MSRP for StarTech.com’s USB 3.0 to HDMI 4K Video Adapter (SKU: USB32HD4K) is $117.99 (USD) in the United States, $121.99 (CAN) in Canada, £89.99 (GBP exc. VAT) in the UK. The USB32HD4K will be available at CDW, Amazon.com, Newegg.com, PC Connection, and Insight and will be distributed by Ingram Micro, SYNNEX, Tech Data, D&H and ASI.
For questions about this announcement, please contact Andrew Stephen at 1-800-265-1844 ext. 1248 or astephen@startech.com.
HDMI is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries.
DisplayPort is a registered Trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
Ultrabook is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
About StarTech.com
StarTech.com is an ISO 9001:2000 registered manufacturer of hard-to find connectivity parts including A/V products, computer parts, cables and server management solutions. Founded in 1985, StarTech.com has locations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, The United Kingdom, Europe and Taiwan, servicing a worldwide market.
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