Could this simply record my video card HDMI out signal? Would it be possible to simply take the HDMI video signal out from my video card and send it right back into the colossus to record what I would normally see on my monitor?
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I don't think so. You need a monitor to show the application, which can be full screen. Trying what you want would end up with a mirror of a mirror infinite progression, but you couldn't start because you have to have it running to get it running. If that makes any sense. I streamed through a DVD player to the hauppage. That worked.
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As said by some others on here, this will record in HD, but not with HDMI. Plus the software with it isn't in a friendly video format. Elgato does everything this does, with less cords, and better. Plus this is easy to use on Twitch.tv.
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Short answer: yes, but no. Yes, there is an HDMI input port, but you can't record from it. The industry is trying to prevent recording of protected content (like from DVD and Blu-Ray discs), and they don't know how to distinguish home-grown movies from blockbusters, so they block all HDMI recording. You are better off using the output features from your camera with a PC. I hope this was helpful to you!
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To be honest, I haven't tried it yet since I am always busy with other stuff. You need video capture software on your computer and a connecting USB cable, but there should be no reason why there would be a problem as long as the signal gets through. Hope to get around to it one of these days!
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Actually you can probably do it with the 3 prong non-hd cord as well because there is the three ports in the front of the Capture card. I've never used it that way though and I dont think it would be very good quality.
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Great info, thanks E-Dude! I also have Comcast's HDDVR box. I'm currently running it's HDMI directly out to the HDTV. I would run this directly into my Onkyo 606 (once I purchase it) then out to the TV. I vaguely remember the cable box having a DVI output also, I wonder if I could use a HDMI to DVI convertor adapter to run out directly to another HDMI input on the TV instead of component out to the TV? I'll have to see if I'm remembering correctly. Thanks for the tip!
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You can connect this device to your PC HDMI output convert it to VGA output if thats what you want to do.However please check if your graphic card output do support outputting VGA and HDMI signal at the same time.
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No. I could not any video out of the DVI port. Maybe someone else has. Nothing on the box could verify that I could. Sometimes it does pay off to read the really fine print. It does have a pretty descent video out of the VGA port. 3 Stars
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Actually close to what I'm looking at doing. Recording script debugs from the RF output of a commodore 128.I'm guessing if it can record /any/ video coming on the composite signals then it's quite possible to record retro systems. You'll just need something to pass [more accurately convert or transition] the signals. In my case and probably yours too, simply look at DVD players (or late model VHS units) that have rf/cable/antenna input and composite output. They start at 10 dollars used on amazon and in many cases you can find one down the street on trash day. ;-)I see how old his post is but for the future IF I end up purchasing this I'll post my results shortly after trying it. Actually close to what I'm looking at doing. Recording script debugs from the RF output of a commodore 128.I'm guessing if it can record /any/ video coming on the composite signals then it's quite possible to record retro systems. You'll just need something to pass [more accurately convert or transition] the signals. In my case and probably yours too, simply look at DVD players (or late model VHS units) that have rf/cable/antenna input and composite output. They start at 10 dollars used on amazon and in many cases you can find one down the street on trash day. ;-)I see how old... » Read More Actually close to what I'm looking at doing. Recording script debugs from the RF output of a commodore 128.I'm guessing if it can record /any/ video coming on the composite signals then it's quite possible to record retro systems. You'll just need something to pass [more accurately convert or transition] the signals. In my case and probably yours too, simply look at DVD players (or late model VHS units) that have rf/cable/antenna input and composite output. They start at 10 dollars used on amazon and in many cases you can find one down the street on trash day. ;-)I see how old his post is but for the future IF I end up purchasing this I'll post my results shortly after trying it. « Show Less
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The device connects/talks to the computer via ethernet cable. Simply download the software and drivers and then follow steps in the digital manual to change your ip settings. Record to hard drive using usb 2.0 or 3.0. I ended up returning mine as it was a bit glitchy. Also you can't use any hdmi cables longer than 10 feet. Device wont recognize the signal through hdmi cables any longer than that. Tried signal boosters but did not work either. If using hdmi you will need to buy an hdmi to sdi converter for about 300. Will need one for every hdmi input longer than 10ft. You would run the sdi out into to the blackmagic switcher. Not too bad for the price but not great either in my opinion. The device connects/talks to the computer via ethernet cable. Simply download the software and drivers and then follow steps in the digital manual to change your ip settings. Record to hard drive using usb 2.0 or 3.0. I ended up returning mine as it was a bit glitchy. Also you can't use any hdmi cables longer than 10 feet. Device wont recognize the signal through hdmi cables any longer than that. Tried signal boosters but did not work either. If using hdmi you will need to buy an hdmi to sdi converter for about 300. Will need one for every hdmi input longer than 10ft. You would run the sdi... » Read More The device connects/talks to the computer via ethernet cable. Simply download the software and drivers and then follow steps in the digital manual to change your ip settings. Record to hard drive using usb 2.0 or 3.0. I ended up returning mine as it was a bit glitchy. Also you can't use any hdmi cables longer than 10 feet. Device wont recognize the signal through hdmi cables any longer than that. Tried signal boosters but did not work either. If using hdmi you will need to buy an hdmi to sdi converter for about 300. Will need one for every hdmi input longer than 10ft. You would run the sdi out into to the blackmagic switcher. Not too bad for the price but not great either in my opinion. « Show Less
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Hi....I just checked and do not see any HDMI or other output for this unit. As a side note...the monitor included has a beautiful picture although it's just a 20.
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That's the point of the receiver. Route all videos inputs to the HDMI output. I suppose there will be no loss of signals, you need to configure the HDMI output to HD (1080P).
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As far as I know, no... This one goes the other way. This allows you to play old school video games through an hdmi tv. You would want to make sure that the input is hdmi and the output is red yellow white for what you are trying to do, but personally I would be concerned about video quality at that point...
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Just wanted to point out since other people referred to an HDMI cable. You cannot use an HDMI cable to capture from the PS3 because of HDCP. You will need to use the A/V breakout cable or something that will strip the HDCP.
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Theoretically yes, and I have done it in the past. However with this unit I haven't been able to get it to work. It is a new setup and monitor though so I may be my issue.
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That's what HDMI generally provides: audio and video in one push here, dummy cable connection. That said: Unfortunately, this device does not work, period. Returned two of them. SO: I was never able to find a working device that would take separate RGB video and successfully terminate into the HDMI port of a monitor. Still wouldn't mind finding one, but at a reasonable (as in CHEAP) price.
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Yes that is how it is being used by me now.We are using this converting full motion 1080 HD/SDI video to HDMI for use by our streaming computer with VidBlaster program installed. I am also using the Blackmagic Capture card with absolutely no problems with configuring or using; use Blackmagic if you want with out fear.