Prestel GR-H HDMI to USB 3.0 Video Capture User Manual
- August 16, 2024
- Prestel
Table of Contents
Prestel GR-H HDMI to USB 3.0 Video Capture
Product Information
Specifications
- Host Interface: USB 3.0 300~350MB/s, USB 2.0 40MB/s
- Input Interface: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]
- Input Video Resolution: 480i, 480p, 576i, \576p, 720p50, 720p60, 1080i50, 1080i60, 1080p24/25/30/50/60
- Output Video Resolution: 25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
- Audio and Video Capture Standard: UVC and\ UAC
- Supported OS: Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Linux (Kernel version 2.6.38 and above), OS X (10.8 and above)
- Software Compatibility: Windows Media Encoder, Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder, Real Producer Plus, VLC, QuickTime Broadcaster, QuickTime Player, Wirecast, Potplayer, etc.
- Development Interface Compatibility: DirectShow (Windows), DirectSound (Windows), V4L2 (Linux), ALSA (Linux), OSX (QuickTime)
- ESD Protection
- Housing Color: Aluminum Alloy Silvery
- Dimensions: 98mm[W] x 56mm[D] x 16mm[H]
- Weight: 99.8g
- Power Supply: Capture USB 3.0 Power
- Power Consumption
- Operating Temperature
- Storage Temperature
- Relative Humidity
Product Usage Instructions
Connection and Setup
- Connect the HDMI input source to the HDMI Type A input interface of the capture device.
- Connect the USB 3.0 output of the capture device to your computer.
Software Installation
The device is plug-and-play and does not require driver \installation. However, ensure that your operating system is compatible with the device for seamless operation.
Video Capture
- Launch your preferred video-capturing software on your computer.
- Configure the software to recognize the capture device as the video input source.
- Start capturing high-definition HDMI video signals from your input source.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Do I need to install drivers for this product to work?
- A: No, this product is plug-and-play and does not require driver installation for basic functionality.
- Q: What operating systems are compatible with this video capture device?
- A: This device is compatible with Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Linux (Kernel version 2.6.38 and above), and OS X (10.8 and \above).
- Q: Can this device capture audio along with video?
- A: Yes, this device is capable of capturing both audio and video signals simultaneously.
Thank you for purchasing this product
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Surge protection device recommended
This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes, surges, electric shock, lighting strikes, etc. Use of surge protection systems is highly recommended in order to protect and extend the life of your equipment
Introduction
This HDMI to USB 3.0 Video Capture has the advantages of high \performance, high compatibility, convenient portability, and simple installation. It can capture HDMI signals; compatible with Windows, Linux, Mac OS X and USB 3.0 interface. Input and output video signal resolution is up to 1080p/60Hz. The chips that are compatible with USB 3.0 include Intel, Renesas, ASNedia, Fresco Logic, etc. The HDMI video capture can also be extended to PCIe Gen1.1 x1 through the USB 3.0 interface. It meets the UVC and UAC standards and does not require the installation of drivers and settings. It is plug-and-play and convenient to use.
Features
- Compatible with Windows, Linux, OS X operating systems
- USB 3.0 signal transmission speed reaches 300-350MB/s, compatible with USB 2.0
- The capture process of video and audio will not occupy the CPU
- Capable of capturing high-definition HDMI video signals from a single signal channel
- Capable of automatically detecting the input video formats and adjusting the output resolution and frame rate
- Input and output video signal resolution is up to 1080p/60Hz
- Compatible with UVC video capture and YUV 422 video output
- No need to install a driver, plug and play
Package Contents
- 1× HDMI to USB 3.0 Video Capture
- 1× USB 3.0 Cable
- 1× User Manual
Specifications
Technical
Host Interface| USB 3.0 300~350MB/s, USB 2.0 40MB/s
Input Interface| 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]
Input Video Resolution| 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p50, 720p60, 1080i50,
1080i60,
1080p24/25/30/50/60
Output Video Resolution
| 640×480/720×480/720×576/768×576/800×600/1024×768/
1280×720/1280×800/1280×960/1280×1024/1368×768/
1440×900/1600×1200/1680×1050/1920×1080/1920×1200/
640×360/856×480/960×540/1024×576
Frame Rate| 25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
Audio and Video Capture| Standard UVC and UAC
Supported OS| Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Linux (Kernel version
2.6.38 and above), OS X (10.8 and above)
Software Compatibility
| Windows Media Encoder (Windows), Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder (Windows, OS
X), Real Producer Plus (Windows), VLC (Windows, OSX, Linux), QuickTime
Broadcaster (OSX), QuickTime Player (OS X), Wirecast (Windows, OS X),
Potplayer (Windows) etc.
Development
Interface Compatibility
| DirectShow (Windows), DirectSound (Windows), V4L2 (Linux), ALSA (Linux), OSX
(QuickTime)
ESD Protection| Human body model — ±8kV (Air-gap discharge) &
±4kV (Contact discharge)
Housing| Aluminum Alloy
Color| Silvery
Dimensions| 98mm[W] x 56mm[D] x 16mm[H]
Weight| 99.8g
Power Supply| USB
Power
Consumption
| 2.5W (Max)
Operating
Temperature
| 0°C ~ 50°C / 32°F ~ 104°F
Storage
Temperature
| -20°C ~ 70°C / -4°F ~ 140°F
Relative
Humidity
| 5~90% RH (no condensation)
Operation Controls and Functions
Panel Introduction
| No. | Name | Function Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | HDMI IN port | HDMI signal input port, connected to HDMI |
source device such as DVD and PS3.
2
| ****
POWER LED
| When the product is powered on by connecting
the USB 3.0 port to the USB port of PC, the POWER LED will be on.
3| USB 3.0 port| USB 3.0 signal output port, connected to the
USB port of PC or NoteBook.
4| CAPTURE LED| When audio and video are captured normally,
the CAPTURE LED is on.
Software Instruction
For example: Potplayer (Windows 7)
- Install the “Potplayer” application software on the computer.
- Double-click the “Daum Potplayer” shortcut icon to open the application.
- Click “Potplayer→Open→Device Settings…” or use the shortcut keys
“Alt+D” to open the “Device Settings”
- Select the “Analog TV” page.
- Select “USB 3.0 Video Capture” in the Video Device item.
- Select “HDMI” in the Input item.
- Select the appropriate capture resolution in the Format item.
- Select “USB3.0 Audio Capture” in the Audio Device item.
- Click “Open device” to open the capture interface.
Click “Potplayer→Video→Video Recorder” or use shortcut keys “Alt+C” to open the “Video Recorder”
- Select the storage location.
- Set video and audio capture information.
- Click “Start” to start video and audio capture.
Application Example
DVD or Blu-ray player
- Connect the HDMI IN port of the product to an HDMI signal source (such as Blu-Ray Player, Play Station, audio/video receiver, or satellite receiver) with an HDMI cable.
- Connect the USB 3.0 port of the product to a PC with a USB cable.
- This HDMI to USB 3.0 Video Capture is based on UVC (USB Video Class) and UAC (USB Audio Class) standards, no need to install drivers and setup. After installing the operating software, relevant video and audio devices will be automatically added. For example, in the Windows version, there will be new graphics devices:
- USB3.0 Video Capture;
- USB3.0 Audio Capture.
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