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SY-XTREAM-PIP UHD+ Dual HDMI to USB Video Capture with PIP OPERATION MANUAL...
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DISCLAIMERS The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. CYP (UK) Ltd assumes no responsibility for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. CYP (UK) Ltd assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply. Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this equipment: • Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.
CONTENTS 1. Introduction ............1 2. Applications ............1 3. Package Contents ..........1 4. System Requirements ...........2 5. Features ..............2 6. Operation Controls and Functions .......3 6.1 Front Panel ................3 6.2 Rear Panel ................4 6.3 Configuration and Video Capture ......5 6.3.1 USB Video Capture Control Software ...5 6.3.2 Video Capture ............8 7.
1. INTRODUCTION This HDMI to USB Video Capture Recorder with PIP can support resolutions up to 18Gbps 4K UHD with HDR (via input 1 and the bypass path) while simultaneously streaming a full screen or PiP/PoP audio/video signal at 1080p to a USB connected PC for capture or re-broadcast. HDMI sources up to 1080p60 are supported for capture without modification, while 4K sources from input 1 will be automatically scaled down to 1080p.
4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS HDMI source equipment such as a media player, video game console or set-top box. HDMI receiving equipment such as an HDTV, monitor or audio amplifier. Personal computer (Windows or macOS) with a USB 3.0 port and plenty of available hard drive space.
6. OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 6.1 Front Panel SWITCH SY-XTREAM-PIP POWER ACTIVE MODE MODE POWER LED: This LED will illuminate red to indicate the unit is on and receiving power but does not yet have a live HDMI source. When a live HDMI source is detected, the LED will illuminate green.
6.2 Rear Panel HDMI IN HDMI OUT AUDIO IN USB 3.0 USB 3.0 Port: Connect directly to a PC’s USB 3.0 port for control, video capture and power. Note: Video capture of sources using HDCP encryption is not supported. If connected via USB 2.0, use of a Y-cable connected to 2 USB 2.0 ports is required in order to properly power the unit.
6.3 Configuration and Video Capture 6.3.1 USB Video Capture Control Software The USB Video Capture Control software provides control over a selection of basic functions of the unit, including: primary HDMI source, audio source and control, picture mode (Full/PoP/PiP), PiP configuration, and video proc-amp settings.
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Audio-In: Select this to capture audio from the analogue audio input. Mixer: Select this to activate the audio mixer and capture audio from it. When the audio mixer is enabled, the currently selected HDMI audio source will be mixed with the analogue audio input. 2) Audio setting: This section provides control over audio capture recording levels.
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5) Picture Mode: This section provides a way to select the current video mode to use when capturing. Available modes are: Full, PoP, and PiP. Full: The currently selected primary HDMI source will be displayed full screen. PoP: Both HDMI sources will be displayed side by side with their proper aspect ratios maintained and black bars above and below the video.
6.3.2 Video Capture Video capture is accomplished using 3rd party software. The choice of video capture software is entirely up to the user. This unit adheres to the UAC (USB Audio Class) and UVC (USB Video Class) standards, allowing the unit to support most common video capture, chat, or streaming software, including support for the Free OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) streaming software, among many other choices.
7. CONNECTION DIAGRAM Game Console CD Player HDMI Input Stereo Input HDMI Input HDMI OUT HDMI IN AUDIO IN USB 3.0 HDMI Output USB 3.0 Equipped UHDTV PC/Laptop...
9. ACRONYMS ACRONYM COMPLETE TERM Analogue-to-Digital Converter Decibel Digital Visual Interface EDID Extended Display Identification Data Gbps Gigabits per second HDCP High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface High Dynamic Range Kilohertz Light-Emitting Diode LPCM Linear Pulse-Code Modulation Megahertz Picture in Picture Picture outside of Picture Signal-to-Noise Ratio...
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ACRONYM COMPLETE TERM Extended Graphics Array Ω...
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