Tuesday, February 2, 2021

SMK Electronics Corporation U.S.A. Introduces the VP6960 USB-C Dual 4K Multi-Stream Mini Docking Station 

New MacBook Mini Docking Station Enables Simultaneous Viewing of Separate 4K/UHD Video Streams on External Displays 

February 2nd, 2021, Chula Vista, California, U.S.A. - SMK Electronics Corporation U.S.A. today introduced the sleek USB-C Dual 4K Multi-Stream Mini Docking Station (Model VP6960). A complete home-office connectivity solution, the compact VP6960 Mini Docking Station is also ideal for business travel, slipping easily into your laptop bag to supply two HDMI (4K) monitor ports, a VGA port for legacy displays, four high-speed USB Type A ports, a 1-Gigabit Ethernet port, SD & Micro SD Card Readers, an audio headphone/mic jack and a 100W USB-C Power Delivery port. Now in distribution, the USB-C 100W Mini Docking Station will be available to consumers starting February, 2021. 

“We are excited to be introducing such a compact, yet surprisingly powerful MacBook peripheral,” said Mr. Paul Evans, President, SMK Electronics Corporation. “For the vast majority of people now working from home, the VP6960 is indispensable in setting up your home office, connecting your laptop to multiple displays, printers, local area networks, cameras, mobile devices and more. For those traveling on business, the VP6960 ensures your connection, enabling 4K presentation streaming on dual external UHD displays, plus a Multi-Stream Triple Video Mode that supports as many as three external monitors simultaneously.”* 

The USB-C Dual 4K Multi-Stream Mini Docking Station SMK’s new USB-C Dual 4K Mini Docking Station is your home-office laptop connectivity solution. Slipping easily into your laptop bag, it also doubles as your traveling IT guy–keeping you connected everywhere you go. But whether you’re working from home or traveling giving 4K business presentations, you can expect the unexpected in laptop connectivity. The remarkable VP6960 has your back, and your connection

Features

   • Extend Mode for macOS – Powered by a dual-prong USB-C upstream cable, the VP6960 Mini Docking Station enables viewing multiple screen images or video feeds simultaneously via dual HDMI ports on up to 2 external 4K/UHD displays. The VP6960 supports MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac Mini, and the new Apple M1 computers.* 

Dual 4K Multi-Stream Triple Video – Combining dual 4K HDMI and a single VGA port, view independent screen images simultaneously up to 4K resolution in Extend Mode. Support up to 3 external output devices with HDMI and VGA connectivity. 

100W USB-C Power Delivery - An integrated USB-C Power Delivery Port delivers up to 100W power to charge notebook computers, mobile devices and the station’s other supported USB peripherals. 

Ultra-Connectivity - The VP6960 provides fully-loaded notebook connectivity with 12 ports, including dual 4K HDMI ports, a VGA port for legacy displays, four USB ports, SD and SD/Micro Card Readers, a 1-Gigabit Ethernet port, a 3.5mm audio headphone/microphone jack and a 100W USB-C Power Delivery port. 

Home Office Connectivity – The USB-C Mini Docking Station is your home office connectivity solution, enabling viewing on multiple monitors, connecting to external drives and printers, joining local area networks, charging mobile devices and more. 

Road-Ready - Slipping easily into your travel bag, the compact VP6960 keeps your laptop connected, everywhere you go. Specifications Connectivity • Attached Upstream USB-C Cable with Dual-Prong 

Specifications
• 4K HDMI ports (2) • VGA up to 1080p (1) 
• 1-Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 (1) 
• USB-C with Power Delivery up to 100W (1) 
• USB-A 3.0 (2) • USB-A 2.0 (2) 
• SD & Micro/SD Card Readers (2) 
• 3.5mm (1/8”) Audio Port (1) Compatibility 
• Operating System o macOS (10.12 & above) & Windows (7 & above) 
• Hardware Requirements o Dual USB Type C/Thunderbolt 3 Ports in parallel. o Port spacing: The distance between the inner edges of the two ports is 0.8cm (0.31inch), and the distance between the outer edges is 2.2cm (0.87inch). 

About SMK Electronics Corporation, U.S.A. 
SMK Electronics Corporation U.S.A., the U.S. division of SMK Corporation, is a world leader in the design and manufacture of OEM remote controls, components and connectors, serving customers in building automation, automobile manufacturing, mobile electronics and home entertainment markets. Learn more about the USB-C Dual 4K Multi-Stream Mini Docking Station at http://www.smklink.com/vp6960. 

* Apple’s new M1 Computers – support only one external monitor in Extend Mode.” Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Apple®, Macbook® and macOS® are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. All other trademarks and registrations are properties of their respective owners. 

Media Contact 
Keith M. Roberts 
SMK Electronics Corporation, U.S.A. 
Marketing Communications Manager 
kroberts@smkusa.com +1(805) 312-5546 

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Wednesday, September 18, 2019

SMK-Link Introduces Magnetic USB-C Charging Cables





New from SMK-Link, the USB-C MagTech Charging Cable offers a magnetic charging tip with detachable cable--providing secured connectivity with safe 87w charging, while preventing device damage from cable accidents. Eliminating the need to frequently plug and unplug your charging cable, the MagTech cable preserves the integrity of your laptop's charging port.

Available in Space Gray and Black, the USB-C MagTech Charging Cable provides fast, safe 87W charging for your laptop and supported mobile devices.
  • Quick Snap & Charge for USB-C notebooks (PC, Mac & Chromebook)
  • Ultra-strong magnetic tip breaks-away under stress.
  • Eliminates undue wear on your notebook USB-C port.
  • 87W Charging - optimizes device charging speeds
  • Available in Space Gray (VP7000) and Black (VP7005).

We are excited to be introducing such a surprisingly simple, yet effective product. Today’s ultra-thin laptops are typically provisioned with either USB-C or Thunderbolt™ 3 ports–ports used both for charging and to connect to supported devices. Our new MagTech Charging Cable, with its break-away magnetic tip, eliminates laptop damage due to cord accidents, while making 87W device charging fast, easy and secure.

Mr. Paul Evans President, SMK Electronics Corporation, U.S.A.

SMK-Link's new USB-C MagTech Charging Cable is be available in Space Gray and Black. Replacement MagTech Charging Tips are also available Model VP7010. See www.smklink.com for more information.



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