Hauppauge 1341 USB-Live-2 Analog Video Digitizer Quick Installation Guide

Hauppauge 1341 USB-Live-2 Analog Video Digitizer

Package Contents

• USB-Live2 video capture device with removable A/V cable
• Download Document for Hauppauge Capture and WinTV v8 with activation code* for WinTV v8

For the exact contents please refer to the packaging description on the box.

• Please keep the activation code in a safe place. It is required for all future installations.

How the USB-Live2 works

USB-Live2 is a Windows video capture device. It can be used for digitizing and compressing video from video cameras, video tape recorders, and other devices that create analog video signals.

• Two applications are available for USB-Live2 (as downloads):
• • WinTV v8.5, which is used for displaying live video on your PC screen and to create video recordings,
    • Hauppauge Capture, which is used for displaying live video, recording video, performing simple video cuts, and uploading videos to YouTube
• When recording live video with the WinTV v8 application, USB-Live2 creates a . TS (transport stream) file. Using options in the WinTV v8 application, you can also create. MPEG files.
• With Hauppauge Capture you can record your video, perform simple cuts, and then directly upload your video to YouTube.
• USB-Live2 is based on a Windows WDM capture driver, which is compatible with most video applications that use WDM capture devices.

Installing the USB-Live2 device

Locate a free USB 2.0 or 3.0 port (normally located at the side or back of the laptop or desktop PC). Plug USB-Live2 into the USB port.

Note: We do not recommend connecting via a USB Hub.

Indicator LEDs

The blue LED will be lit when USB-Live2 has been activated by Windows. The green LED will be lit in addition if a video signal is detected.

Connecting an A/V source

• Plug the A/V input cable into the connector on the side of the USB-Live2 (see picture below). The A/V connector can be removed from USB-Live2 by pressing the ‘Push’ button.
• Connect the video signal of your video source to the yellow RCA plug or the black S-Video plug on the A/V input cable.
• Connect the audio signal to the red and white RCA plugs.

Connectors on the A/V input cable

• RCA yellow: Composite Video Input
• RCA red: Audio Input, right channel
• RCA white: Audio Input, left channel
• 4-pin Mini-DIN black: S-Video Input

Note: When using the S-Video connection, audio must be connected to the red and white RCA plugs, as the S-Video cable only carries a video signal.

Connecting a Video Recorder with SCART

• To connect a video recorder with a SCART connector, you need a SCART-to-RCA adapter labeled “Video Out” or a switchable adapter (not included).
• The direction of the signal must be from SCART to RCA. A SCART-to-RCA adapter labeled “Video In” is not suitable.
• VHS video recorders usually do not supply an S-Video signal on the SCART output. When using a SCART-to-S-Video adapter on such a recorder the video will be just black and white.

Installing the USB-Live2 Software

Notes:

• This step requires that the USB-Live2 is connected to the USB port.
• It is recommended to disable your anti-virus software for the duration of the software installation.
• An Internet connection is required for software activation of WinTV v8.

Open your web browser and enter the download link from the WinTV v8 Download Document into the address bar. Or alternate, visit www.hauppauge.com, click on “SUPPORT”, then “WinTV v8 application”.

• Download the WinTV8 Setup file to your computer. When the download is completed, the file will usually be in your personal ‘Downloads’ folder.

• Run the downloaded file, for example, wintv85setup_35346.exe (the version number may vary).

• Select your language and click “Next”. Follow the instructions on your screen.

• First, the USB-Live2 device driver will be installed.

• When you are prompted to enter the activation code, enter the activation code from the WinTV v8 Download Document.

• Then the WinTV application will be installed. It is recommended to use the default directories for the program and data files.

• After the installation, you will find a ‘WinTV 8’ icon on your desktop and a Hauppauge WinTV folder in the Windows Start menu.

Hauppauge Capture Installation

• To download and install Hauppauge Capture, visit this site: www.hauppauge.com/capture

Running WinTV v8 for the first time

To start the WinTV v8 application, double-click on the WinTV 8 icon on your desktop. On the first start, the Device Setup Wizard will appear. Set the checkmark on “External In-puts (Composite/S-Video)” and click Next.

You will be presented with the option to add a Composite and an S-Video Input. Either leave the selection as ‘AUTO’ or select the video source and click Next.

If you wish to connect a source not normally designed for operation in your country, you can configure the Video Format manually from the drop-down list. Change the value from “AUTO”.

Note: PAL is the most commonly used format in Europe. NTSC is used in North America.

Using the WinTV v8 Application

Select input source

Click on the menu button and select “Find Channel” from the context menu. Double-click on the entry “Composite (PAL)”, if your video source is con- nected to the yellow RCA plug, or “S-Video (PAL)”, if it is connected to the black 4-pin Mini-Din connec-tor.

You should now see live video from your video source and hear the audio.

Record video

• To record the video, click on the Record button. A filename is automatically generated and the video is recorded to a hard disk.
• When you are finished recording, click the Record button again.

Location of recordings

• By default, the recorded video files are saved in C:\Users\Public\Videos. This can be changed in the WinTV Settings on the Capture tab.

Recorded Video Formats: TS or. MPEG

• The default recording format is. TS (transport stream). These are MPEG-2 files but with a . TS file extension. If you have a video editing program that requires files of the type MPEG, click on the Settings menu, click the “Advanced Options” tab and set “Auto convert to MPG”. Your recordings will now be made in an MPEG-2 format with the file extension. MPG

Play recorded file

• To play back a recorded file in WinTV, click on the folder button and select the file to play.

Image Capture

• To capture still images from video, click the ‘Snapshot’ button. The configuration of the formats for still image capture is in the Capture settings. To configure, click the Settings button, then click on the ‘Capture’ tab. You will see the settings for image capture under Snapshots. You can choose between BMP and JPEG formats. The format of the file name will be: capture’date’’time’.jpg

Eliminate delay of video

• By default, the video in the preview window is displayed with a delay of 1 to 2 seconds, because it is buffered on the hard disk. If the delay is not desired, you can turn it off. In WinTV click on the Settings button and select the “Advanced Options” tab. Set the check mark on “Use Game Mode for analog”. Close the WinTV application and restart Windows.

Hauppauge Capture

Features of the Hauppauge Capture application include live video pre-view, recorded video, snapshots, simple cuts, and upload of recordings to YouTube. The bit rate for recordings can be set up to 10 MBit/s and the recording length can be set by a timer.

As in WinTV v8, the recording format is ‘TS’. Unlike in WinTV v8, the delayed display of video cannot be turned off, and it is not possible to automatically convert the recorded file from the TS format to the MPG format.

Record Video

• The Capture tab is used to record video.
• The device selected should be “Hauppauge USB-Live2”. Select the “Video Input”:
  • “Composite”, when using the yellow RCA plug
  • “S-Video”, when using the black 4-pin Mini-DIN connector
• The audio input is automatically set to ‘RCA’.
• It is recommended to select the file format ‘TS’.
• You should now see live video from your video source and hear the audio.

Start Recording

Click on the ‘Record’ button, to start recording. The button changes to ‘Stop’. When you are finished recording, click on this button again. You can limit the recording duration by entering a time (format HH:MM:SS) before starting to record.

Edit Recordings

To cut your recordings, select the Edit tab.

Your recordings are listed on the left side of the window. Select the file you wish to edit and click on the “Play” button (or double-click on the file name). The video is played back in the preview window. Move the slider (video mark) to the desired position in the video.

For better navigation use the buttons and . The following cut functions are available:

• Cut from left: To delete all of the video before the current position, click on .
• Cut from right: To delete all of the video after the current position, click on .
• To split the video into two parts, click on (Split).

When cutting, the original file is always preserved, and the cut video is saved to a new file.

YouTube Uploads

Hauppauge Capture has the ability to upload your recorded videos directly to YouTube within the application.

Note: This requires a user account on YouTube.

• Any recordings available for uploading will be listed on the left side.

Upload to YouTube

• In the file list, highlight the recording you want to upload, then click the “Upload to YouTube” button.
• In the “YouTube Upload” window, enter your YouTube credentials, and also the title, keywords, and description for the video. Click OK to start uploading the video to YouTube.

Troubleshooting

• Checking the Device Driver in Device Manager To check if the device driver is installed correctly, open the Windows Control Panel and select ‘System’, then Device Manager. Provided the USB-Live2 device is connected to the USB port and the driver is installed, you should see the entry “Hauppauge USB-Live2” in the category “Sound, video, and game controller”. Also, in the category “Human Interface Devices” you will see the entry “Hauppauge USB-Live2 Function Not Used”.
• If no video is displayed A common cause, why no video is displayed, are incorrect cable connections.

For example: When connecting a video recorder with a SCART-to-RCA adapter la- labeled “Video In”, that is used to bring video into the video recorder, there will be no video with USB-Live2, as the video signal has the wrong direction. You must use a SCART-to-RCA adapter labeled “Video Out” to connect to USB-Live2.

The behavior of WinTV v8, if no signal is present:

• In normal mode: A picture with “No Signal” is displayed in the preview window.
• In Game Mode: The preview window stays just black.

If no video is displayed in WinTV v8:

• Make sure the video source is switched on.
• Make sure you are using appropriate cables to connect your video source.
• Make sure the correct video channel is selected in WinTV v8 (“Composite” or “S-Video”).
• Make sure the video format that was set for the selected video channel matches the video format of the actual signal, for example, PAL or NTSC. You can add video channels with certain video formats in the WinTV Settings on the ‘Devices’ tab. Select the “USB-Live2” device and click on the “Tuner Setup” button.

In case a video signal was not present when WinTV v8 was started, it is not sufficient to connect the video signal or to turn on the video source. You must also restart the live video preview, for example like this:

• Click on the Stop button , then click “Start Live Video” (TV icon).

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE):

The device may not be disposed of with household rubbish. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EG concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems available to you.

Radio Interference Statement: The WinTV products have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

FCC Statement FCC ID: H90WINTV

• CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Supplementary Television Broadcasting Receiving Apparatus.
• CE Statement: This equipment has been tested and complies with EN 55013, EN 55020, and IEC 801-3 part 3 standards.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the package of the Hauppauge 1341 USB-Live-2 Analog Video Digitizer?

The package includes the USB-Live2 video capture device with a removable A/V cable. Additionally, you should find a download document for Hauppauge Capture and WinTV v8 with an activation code for WinTV v8. Be sure to keep the activation code in a safe place for future installations.

How does the USB-Live2 work?

The USB-Live2 is a Windows video capture device used for digitizing and compressing video from analog sources such as video cameras and VCRs. It works with two applications: WinTV v8.5 for displaying live video and creating video recordings, and Hauppauge Capture for live video display, recording, basic video editing, and uploading to YouTube.

How do I install the USB-Live2 device?

Locate a free USB 2.0 or 3.0 port on your computer and plug the USB-Live2 into it. Do not connect it via a USB hub. Indicator LEDs on the device will show its status. Then, connect your A/V source to the USB-Live2 using the provided cables.

How do I install the USB-Live2 software?

Make sure the USB-Live2 is connected to your computer. Disable your antivirus software temporarily. Download the WinTV v8 Setup file from the provided link, run the downloaded file, select your language, and follow the on-screen instructions. You will need the activation code from the WinTV v8 Download Document during installation.

How do I use the WinTV v8 application?

To start WinTV v8, double-click on the WinTV 8 icon on your desktop. Use the Device Setup Wizard to configure your video source. You can select input sources, record video, play recorded files, capture still images, and adjust settings.

What formats are supported for recorded video in WinTV v8?

WinTV v8 records video in .TS (transport stream) format by default, which is similar to MPEG-2. You can also configure it to automatically convert recordings to .MPG (MPEG-2) format if needed.

How do I use Hauppauge Capture?

Hauppauge Capture allows you to preview live video, record video, take snapshots, perform basic video cuts, and upload recordings to YouTube. You can set the recording format, bit rate, and duration when using Hauppauge Capture.

How do I troubleshoot if no video is displayed?

Check your cable connections, ensure the video source is switched on, use appropriate cables, select the correct video channel (Composite or S-Video) in WinTV v8, and make sure the video format matches the signal (PAL or NTSC). Restarting the live video preview may also be necessary in some cases.

How do I dispose of the USB-Live2 device responsibly (WEEE)?

The USB-Live2 should not be disposed of with household rubbish. It is labeled according to European Directive 2002/96/EG (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment - WEEE). Follow local regulations for returning and recycling used electronic appliances.

Are there any radio interference or compliance statements for the USB-Live2?

Yes, the USB-Live2 complies with FCC Rules and CE standards for electrical and electronic appliances.

What operating systems are compatible with the USB-Live2?

The USB-Live2 is compatible with Windows operating systems. Make sure to check the specific system requirements for the version of the software you intend to use.

Can I connect multiple USB-Live2 devices to the same computer?

Typically, you can connect multiple USB-Live2 devices to the same computer if you have enough available USB ports. Each USB-Live2 will be recognized as a separate video capture device.

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