Revealing Kinect for Windows v2 hardware
As we continue the march toward the upcoming launch of Kinect for Windows v2, we’re excited to share the hardware’s final look.
Sensor
The sensor closely resembles the Kinect for Xbox One, except that it says “Kinect” on the top panel, and the Xbox Nexus—the stylized green “x”—has been changed to a simple, more understated power indicator:
Kinect for Windows v2 sensor
Hub and power supply
The sensor requires a couple other components to work: the hub and the power supply. Tying everything together is the hub (top item pictured below), which accepts three connections: the sensor, USB 3.0 output to PC, and power. The power supply (bottom item pictured below) does just what its name implies: it supplies all the power the sensor requires to operate. The power cables will vary by country or region, but the power supply itself supports voltages from 100–240 volts.
Kinect for Windows v2 hub (top) and power supply (bottom)
As this first look at the Kinect for Windows v2 hardware indicates, we're getting closer and closer to launch. So stay tuned for more updates on the next generation of Kinect for Windows.
Kinect for Windows Team
Key links
- Kinect for Windows home page
- FAQ
- Kinect for Windows v2 First Look
- Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
Comments
Anonymous
March 27, 2014
lookin' forward to experiment with it. nice tech!Anonymous
March 27, 2014
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March 27, 2014
Where can I preorder Kinect for Windows?Anonymous
March 27, 2014
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March 27, 2014
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March 27, 2014
Will I be able to use my Xbox One Kinect with a Windows PC?Anonymous
March 27, 2014
Is there a release date for the Kinect 2?Anonymous
March 27, 2014
Any news on how to extend the Xbox version of Kinect? Lots of questions on the internet but, disappointingly, no response from MS beyond "rearrange your room". I recognise some people will want more and more, but for some, like me, there's just a missing few feet (Fireplace mounted TV). Not a problem at the moment but when Kinect Sports comes out it'll prevent it working well I suspect. Any news gratefully received.Anonymous
March 27, 2014
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March 27, 2014
Revelando Kinect para hardware de Windows v2Anonymous
March 27, 2014
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March 28, 2014
Ugh power supply brick, no thanks I'll pass.Anonymous
March 28, 2014
So, I got my hardware, but where do I download the SDK? Is it integrated into 1.8?Anonymous
March 29, 2014
Can this Version 2 work on Windows RT 8.1 and on Windows 8.1 Pro operating systems??Anonymous
March 29, 2014
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March 30, 2014
Will Microsoft make the hub available for Xbox One users to extend their Kinect cables? A lot of us really need that capability so we can start using our Kinects.Anonymous
April 01, 2014
Do you plan to launch in India soon? last time you used a reseller which wasn't very helpful. It will be good if you could make it available on atleast on online retailer and don't delay the launch. May be you can use pre-order as has been done recently by handset manufacturers.Anonymous
April 01, 2014
Do you know if there are software for the Windows Kinect that we can use to do some games for teaching purposees. we want to teach to the workers how to drive a CAT lift. Please send me any information you have about it to my e-mail martha.castro@beamglobal.com Thanks MarthaAnonymous
April 02, 2014
What month is this expected to launch? And can the adapter be used as an long extension for the Xbox One Kinect? Been looking for an extension cable for that since the release of the Xbox One.Anonymous
April 03, 2014
Will the hub and power brick enable those that need the Xbox One Kinect extended for further distances away from the XBONE? Lots of interest in having this capability. www.avsforum.com/.../xbox-one-kinect-extenderAnonymous
April 06, 2014
Are there any plans for an extension for the xBox One Kinect? The Kinect for my xBox One is currently burred in a drawer as the included cable is about 6' too short for to reach where my TV is mounted.Anonymous
April 22, 2014
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April 23, 2014
Hello Tom and Elmer, We appreciate your questions. The v2 sensor and SDK will launch in the summer of 2014. Please stay tuned at www.kinectforwindows.com for updates as they occur. Thank you.Anonymous
April 23, 2014
Vdek- Kinect for Xbox 360 is built for and tested with Xbox 360. It is not licensed for commercial use, supported, or under warranty when used on any other platform, including Windows.Anonymous
April 23, 2014
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April 23, 2014
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April 23, 2014
Hello Tom, We do not currently a pre-order program for the v2 sensor. We do have a developer preview program and depending on your location and your plans, that might be an option. Please contact K4Wdevkit@microsoft.com to be considered. Thank you!Anonymous
April 23, 2014
Thank you for the question, Big Turk, We have nothing to announce at this time regarding the power supply being sold separately. Please stay tuned and visit http://bit.ly/K4WWeb for the most current information.Anonymous
April 24, 2014
Martha, Kinect for Windows can be found in a variety of education and training scenarios, from early childhood education through corporate training. Several institutions already use Kinect for Windows in education and training applications, including Kaplan Early Learning, Kinems, nsquared, IES/MiloRange, and Siemens PLM Software. Thank you for the great question.Anonymous
April 24, 2014
Hello Elmer, For any Kinect for Xbox-specific questions, please reach out to the folks who will be able to better inform on that topic: forums.xbox.com/.../default.aspx Thanks!Anonymous
April 24, 2014
Thank you for the question, Nonmoi! With the upcoming launch, we will have enabled developers to create applications to purchase. Please stay tuned as commercial apps become available in the Windows Store in the future.Anonymous
April 28, 2014
i hope the xbox one bundled kinect will be usable with windows. there's absolutely no way i'd buy a second unit, but i'd love to be able to swap the one i own already between my xbox one and my pc.Anonymous
May 04, 2014
Hello, I have encountered a problem when I was using kinect2.0, when I start KinectStatus.exe it has No color images and depth image display. Others have the same problem?Anonymous
May 08, 2014
It hasn't been said anywhere, but I assume V2 uses TOF. Is that true?Anonymous
May 08, 2014
When comes the hub for the Kinect sensor out? I want to order one, now :-)Anonymous
May 10, 2014
Any news? Can't wait to hold the new sensor in my hands.Anonymous
May 12, 2014
Hello Steff, We don't have anything to announce at this time, but please stay tuned at www.kinectforwindows.com for news as it happens. Thanks!Anonymous
May 12, 2014
Billy, Please contact your developer preview contact for support on the v2 sensor. Thanks!Anonymous
May 12, 2014
Hello Billy, Please direct any technical questions like yours above to our public forums. Engineers and developers actively monitor the threads and should be able to help you. Thank you! social.msdn.microsoft.com/.../homeAnonymous
May 15, 2014
Hello K4W Team, I would like to know the system requirements for the K4W v2. My university would be interested in purchasing it once it's out, but they also need to purchase a computer to develop for it, so I was wondering if something like this could be disclosed. Or is there some support or email that I could contact for this piece of information? Thank you very much.Anonymous
June 08, 2014
Is Kinect 2.0 for windows going to be available for an educational discount?Anonymous
June 15, 2014
What is the weight of the kinect 2 for windows sensor exculding all cables, and powersuplies? Thank you K4W TeamAnonymous
June 17, 2014
The Kinect for Windows sensor v2 weighs 2.13 lbs.Anonymous
June 19, 2014
To those who requested availability of the Kinect for Windows v2 sensor, you can now get information on whether or not it is currently available in your region and how to pre-order. http://bit.ly/v2preorderAnonymous
June 25, 2014
Hello. I am repeating a question asked by Vdek because your answer to Vdek did not directly address the person's question. (Your reply to Vdek referred to Xbox 360.) Is there any way (eg. by buying extra accessories, like a hub and power-supply for Kinect v2, when they become available) that I could connect the Kinect for XBox One to my laptop (and, of course, access the data generated by the Kinect)? I just happen to have a Kinect for XBox One, without the XBox One console.Anonymous
June 25, 2014
Hello Saeta, Kinect for Windows v2, which is now available for pre-order, contains a hub and power supply to allow you to plug it into a standard USB outlet on a PC. The existing Kinect for Xbox One plugs into a proprietary outlet specific to Xbox One for both power and data and does not include a connectivity kit for PC use. We have no further information to share at this time. Thanks!Anonymous
July 09, 2014
Hello, Do you have any tutorial for Kinect v2? Thanks.Anonymous
July 11, 2014
Great news, Hassan. There is virtual event happening on Tuesday, the date of the release of the public beta SDK 2.0. You can register for the Programming the Kinect for Windows v2 Jump Start here: www.microsoftvirtualacademy.com/.../programming-the-kinect-for-windows-jump-start Thanks!Anonymous
July 14, 2014
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July 16, 2014
Hello Francesca, We are pleased to hear that you are interested in using the v2 sensor! Regret the incorrect information posted in the former blog comment about OS requirements. •64-bit (x64) processor •Physical dual-core 3.1 GHz (2 logical cores per physical) or faster processor •USB 3.0 port dedicated to the Kinect for Windows v2 sensor (Intel and Renesas controllers) •2 GB of RAM •Graphics card that supports DirectX 11 (Intel HD 4000, AMD Radeon HD 6470M, NVIDIA Geforce 610m, AMD Radeon HD 6570) •Windows or Windows Embedded 8 or 8.1 Thanks!Anonymous
July 16, 2014
Hello Teetar, The total shipping weight of the sensor and all supplies is between 6-7 lbs.Anonymous
July 17, 2014
Hi K4W Team, I'm interested in purchasing a new Kinect for Windows, but don't have Windows 8. Does v1.8 of the SDK work with the new Kinect, or do I have to use the new beta and Windows 8? Thanks, JoeAnonymous
July 22, 2014
Hello Joe, The SDK 1.8 is not compatible with the v2 sensor, so we do recommend downloading the public preview of the SDK 2.0. Thank you!Anonymous
September 06, 2014
Hola me podes informar por favor cuanto pesa la kinect 2 por windows y el auricular que viene como accesorio ya que lo compre y quedo en un hotel de eeuu y dicen que pesa mucho y cuesta mucho el envio a Argentina necesito saber cuanto es con exactitud, muchas gracias, un saludo cordialAnonymous
September 08, 2014
Hello Lilliana, The weight of the v2 sensor, unopened and as originally packaged, is between 6 and 7 pounds. Which handset are you referring to that would be an extra peripheral? Gracias.Anonymous
September 09, 2014
When will this sensor be avaialble in India?Anonymous
September 09, 2014
Hello, We have no news to share at this time regarding the availability of the Kinect for Windows v2 sensor in India. Thank you and please stay tuned here, on Twitter (@KinectWindows), Facebook (www.facebook.com/KinectForWindows) or www.kinectforwindows.com for news as it happens.Anonymous
October 13, 2014
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October 14, 2014
Hello Jackson, The Kinect for Windows v2 sensor contains a hub and power supply to allow you to plug it into a standard USB outlet on a PC. The existing Kinect for Xbox One plugs into a proprietary outlet specific to Xbox One for both power and data and does not include a connectivity kit for PC use. We have no additional information to share at this time, but encourage you to stay tuned here on our blog and also on the Kinect for Windows website http://bit.ly/K4WWeb. Thank you!Anonymous
October 16, 2014
Where can I buy that hub(and lines) without buying the kinect for windows bundle?Anonymous
October 17, 2014
Hello, Please provide more information on "hub (and lines)", so we can better answer your question. Thank you.Anonymous
December 10, 2014
I have a question about the Kinect v2. I am planning to use it with a quadcopter so I just wanted to know the weight of the sensor? Also if possible I would like to know the weight of the sensor with all the casing, fans and heat sink removed.Anonymous
January 14, 2016
Great post!Anonymous
January 21, 2016
Will the Kinect for windows v2 work on a Xbox one?- Anonymous
January 27, 2016
Yes, you can use the Kinect for Windows SDK 2.0 with a Kinect for Xbox One sensor. You will also need the Kinect Adapter for Windows to connect your sensor to your computer. Learn more about the Kinect hardware at https://dev.windows.com/en-us/kinect/hardware.
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Anonymous
May 29, 2016
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