USB to HDMI converter box now available

danger boy · July 2009

THis may be a solution to some problems some people are having by using a PC in their home theaters.

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11477430&cm_mmc=BCEmail_431-_-FOCUS-_-18-_-AtlonaUSBtoHDMI

http://www.costco.com/Browse/PopupViewer.aspx?prodid=11477430&whse=BC&cat=52001&lang=en-US

Atlona Technologies presents the all new USB to HDMI adaptor, the AT-HDPiX. This new solution is designed to add a HDMI port to any computer (Mac or PC) and has limitless applications in both consumer and commercial environments. From digital signage to home theater, the all new HDPiX provides a simple solution for viewing content from a computer on any HDTV making it the perfect device for any consumer or commercial application. Set up is as simple as plug and play; convenient for any user, no matter the level of technical knowledge. Connect up to 6 x AT-HDPiX to a PC and up to 4 x AT-HDPiX to a Mac.

Package Includes:

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ADDED VALUE: 6' HDMI Cable
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1 x AT-HDPiX (USB to HDMI Converter)
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1 x Mini Audio Cable
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1 x USB Cable (5-pin mini to USB-A)

Features:

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HD TV or Projector Compatible
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Resolutions supported up to UXGA 1600x1200 or 720p
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Up to 6 x AT-HDPiX can be used w/1 PC and up to 4 x AT-HDPiX w/1 Mac
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32 bit True color depth of high quality images
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Capable of Mirroring or Extending Display
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Standard and wide-screen aspect ratios (4:3 or 16:9)
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Compatible with all CRT and Flat Panel monitors w/HDMI port
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Auto display ID using VESA compliant protocols
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Audio input through 3.5mm (1/8-inch) stereo jack
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Audio Embedded into HDMI
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Quick and easy installation
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Supports Windows 2000, XP and Vista, Mac OS X 10.4.1 and higher
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USB Powered (no external power needed)
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Includes software, USB cable and audio cable

Minimum PC Requirements:

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CD-ROM Drive
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Windows 2000 SP4
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Windows XP SP2
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Windows Vista SP1 (32-bit and 64-bit editions)
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One USB 2.0 port
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512mb of Ram
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Pentium 4
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30 megabytes (MB) of free disk space
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Computer screen for use with the HDPiX device

Minimum Mac Requirements:

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CD-ROM Drive
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OS X 10.4.1 or higher
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One USB 2.0 port
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17 megabytes (MB) of free disk space

Technical Specifications:

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Compatible with Windows 2000, XP and Vista
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Compatible with Mac OS 10.4.1 or higher
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USB connector: mini-USB female
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HDMI connector: Standard HDMI 19-pin female
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Dimensions: 3.2" W x 0.8" H x 2.2" D
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Weight: 1 lb.

[Model AT-HDPiX]

kawizx9r · July 2009

Man, if people just had a little more "knowledge" about what they're trying to accomplish such devices like these wouldn't be needed. Just something someone came up with to get some more $ in his/her own pocket, good idea imo.

Wonder how much would be affected regarding transfer rate speeds......I mean we're talking audio/video in hi-def over usb?

obieone · July 2009

My custom HTPC has an hdmi out, and it's a relatively low end board, plus it' over a year old? I'd probably just use my optic/ DVI out instead of this route.
Hell, I just bought 2 hdmi cables so I can use my brdp. Wouldn't have if I didn't NEED to!

I imagine that the brand HTPC's will have hdmi out, if not now, then in the very near future?

nguyendot · July 2009

Using this at it's max resolution would kill your entire USB bus in terms of saturation.

Your CPU% utilization would be extremely high as well. A low end video card would be a better solution.

Serendipity · July 2009

I'm not sure this will work very well, isn't USB relatively limited with regards to data transfer speed?

AudioGenics · July 2009

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cN1PzslfREc

rayslifecycle · July 2009

According to the video

- an 1/8" headphone jack/cable supplies the audio - so the audio signal is only in stereo?

- the USB only needs to supply Video only, and it is only 720p?

It should work adequately.........
I've run lots of movies off a USB external HD at this resolution with stereo sound and it works fine - never stutters........

USB to HDMI converter box now available

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