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# USB4VC Launch Plan
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[Get USB4VC](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) | [Official Discord](https://discord.gg/HAuuh3pAmB) | [Getting Started](getting_started.md) | [Table of Contents](#table-of-contents)
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Thank you very much for the interest and support of USB4VC!
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Please consider [signing up launch notification](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) and join our [Discord Chatroom](https://discord.gg/HAuuh3pAmB) for the latest news and updates!
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More information will become available as launch plan is finalised. [Click me](README.md) to learn more about USB4VC itself, including the [ongoing beta testing program](README.md#beta-testing)!
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## Launch Timeline
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#### February - March 2022
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* Public Beta Testing
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* Gather Feedback, Fix Bugs, Finishing Touches.
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* Write Documentations
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#### March - April 2022
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* Kickstarter Campaign
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* Arrange Production Run
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#### April 2022 Onwards
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* Fulfilling Kickstarter Order
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* Public Release
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* Work on Improvements, More Protocols and Protocol Cards
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Timing might change depending on circumstances such as component availability and feedback results. This is just an estimate.
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## Launch Date, Duration, and Funding Goal
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Exact launch date has not been determined yet, but I'm aiming for **early March 2022**.
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Duration should be around 25 days, with campaign ending in **early April**.
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Funding goal is planned to be around **5000GBP** for the first production run. Costs include components, manufacturing, accessories, shipping and expenses.
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As mentioned before, more details will become available as launch plan is finalised. So please consider [signing up launch notification](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) and join our [Discord Chatroom](https://discord.gg/HAuuh3pAmB) for latest developments.
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## Rewards
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* **`Three reward tiers`** are planned.
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* Exact pricing is still under consideration, but is expected to be under 100 USD.
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* USB4VC will be shipped in **`kit form`**. You can [put it together](kit_assembly.md) in less than 10 minutes, **`no soldering needed`**.
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### Tier 1: Baseboard + Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) Protocol Card
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* USB4VC Baseboard
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* USB4VC Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) Protocol Card
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* Acrylic Front & Back Plates
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* Fasteners
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* Silicone anti-flip feet
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* Free stretch goal rewards! (to be determined)
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### Tier 2: Baseboard + IBM PC Compatible Protocol Card
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* USB4VC Baseboard
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* USB4VC IBM PC Compatible Protocol Card
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* Acrylic Front & Back Plates
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* Fasteners
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* Silicone anti-flip feet
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* Free stretch goal rewards! (to be determined)
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### Tier 3: Baseboard + IBM PC + ADB Protocol Card
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* USB4VC Baseboard
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* USB4VC Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) Protocol Card
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* USB4VC IBM PC Compatible Protocol Card
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* Acrylic Front & Back Plates
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* Fasteners
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* Silicone anti-flip feet
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* Free stretch goal rewards! (to be determined)
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### Optional Extras
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* You can purchase required cables as add-ons, or get them somewhere else.
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* Extra goodies will be included with every order **`for free`** if **`stretch goals`** are met.
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## Shipping
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USB4VC will be shipped from **`United Kingdom`**.
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If you're already in UK, it will be posted via **[`Royal Mail 1st Class Signed For`](https://www.royalmail.com/sending/uk/signed-for-1st-class)**, which should arrive next-day.
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For everywhere else, the default shipping will be **[`Royal Mail International Standard`](https://www.royalmail.com/sending/international/international-standard)**:
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* $8
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* Untracked
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* Typically 1 week for Europe
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* Typically 2 weeks for everywhere else
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* Proof of posting available
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Optionally, you can upgrade to **[`Royal Mail International Tracked & Signed`](https://www.royalmail.com/sending/international/international-tracked-signed)**:
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* $16
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* End-to-end tracking
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* Signature on delivery
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* Typically 1 week for Europe
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* Typically 2 weeks for everywhere else
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* Proof of posting available
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Finally, you can also upgrade to **[`DHL Express Worldwide`](https://www.dhl.co.uk/en/express.html)**:
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* $49
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* Within 3 working days
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* End-to-end tracking
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* Signature on delivery
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## Stay Updated / Get in Touch / Questions & Comments
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Please consider [signing up launch notification](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) and join our [Discord Chatroom](https://discord.gg/HAuuh3pAmB) for the latest news and updates!
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You can also raise a [Github issue](https://github.com/dekuNukem/USB4VC/issues), [DM on Twitter](https://twitter.com/dekuNukem_), or email `dekunukem` `gmail.com`
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## Table of Contents
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[Main page](README.md)
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[(Youtube Video) USB4VC in Action](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8XEUh1vhFY)
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[Getting Started Guide](getting_started.md)
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[Kit Assembly Guide](kit_assembly.md)
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[Technical Notes](technical_notes.md)
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[Launch Plan / Kickstarter Info](kickstarter_info.md)
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