FCP video monitoring through AJA's T-Tap or  UltraStudio Mini Monitor

Hello,
I'm working with dailies that are ProRes LT 2K resolution (2048 x 1152) for an offline cut. I'd like to use an HDTV 1080P for a video monitor (a regular HDTV, not a broadcast monitor). From what I understand, I can use either a T-Tap or an UltraStudio Mini Monitor converter to send video signals to the TV set from FCP.
Before I start buying this stuff, I just want to confirm with people on this forum who has experience with these set ups. My question has 2 parts:
1. Does this set up work or do I need to get other gears? (FCP out to converter through Thunderbolt and HDMI to HDTV)
2. I'm leaning toward the UltraStudio Mini Monitor mainly because of cost. I don't foresee getting a 2K monitor any time soon, so I wouldn't need the T-Tap for that purpose. However, since I'm working with 2K materials, and the HDTV is 1080P, can the Mini Studio convert (or down-res) it to 1080?
Thanks in advance.
Thien

I can only speak to the T-Tap...that's all I've tested.  It works great with FCP...and AJA works with 2K footage, scaling it down to 1080.  I'm not sure if the mini monitor does this, or if you need the Decklink 4K for that. 
No other converters are needed.  That's all you need....either one.
I will say that AJA has a better track record of compatibility...they seem to be the first ones there with drivers for the new software and updates, and the most stable with edit systems.  And their tech support is top notch. That, to me, is worth the extra cost. 
Contact Tech Support at AJA.com and ask them if it will work wiht 2K footage in FCP...they'll give you an answer.

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