Product Description
The AJA U-TAP-HDMI is a remarkable HD/SD USB 3.0 (USB 3.2, Gen 1) video capture device. It brings professional - grade connectivity and high - quality video capture right to your laptop or workstation. This device is bus - powered, which means you never have to worry about finding a separate power source. It's incredibly easy to use, as it can directly bring in video via HDMI for use in a wide range of software without the need to install any drivers, thanks to its direct support in macOS 11, Windows, and Linux. U - TAP HDMI offers a cost - effective, portable, and plug - and - play solution. It's compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, as well as a wide variety of creative applications. Whether you're into video conferencing, streaming, social media, or gaming, this device provides powerful functionality without relying on third - party driver software. Smaller than a smartphone, it has USB connectivity that allows for quick and easy connection of HDMI sources for capture. It supports frame rates up to 1080p 60, making it perfect for your HD High Frame Rate (HFR) projects. Key features include HD/SD capture up to 1080 60p over USB, 1x HDMI 1.4a with 2 - channel embedded audio, and 1x USB 3.0 connector. It also supports various workflows like YCbCr 4:2:2 10 - bit and RGB 4:4:4 / YCbCr 4:4:4 10/12 - bit (depending on raster and frame rate). The device has a configurable behavior when the input signal is lost, and it offers UVC/UAC capture without the need for third - party drivers. It's compact, silent, and pocketable, and comes with a three - year warranty. The technical specifications cover a wide range of video formats, audio inputs, capture details, host interface, size, weight, power requirements, and environmental conditions.
Using the AJA U - TAP - HDMI is a breeze. First, connect the device to your laptop or workstation using the USB 3.0 connector. Then, plug your HDMI source, like a camera or a game console, into the HDMI 1.4a port. Since it's bus - powered, you don't need to connect an external power source. The device will work right away without installing any additional drivers, as long as you're using macOS 11, Windows, or Linux. When it comes to using it with different applications, whether it's for video conferencing or gaming, just open your preferred software and select the U - TAP - HDMI as your video and audio input device. As for maintenance, keep it clean by using a soft, dry cloth to wipe it. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures and humidity. The safe operating temperature is between 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F), and the safe storage temperature when it's powered off is between - 40 to 60 C (- 40 to 140 F). Make sure to operate it in an environment with a relative humidity of 10 - 90% non - condensing and at an altitude of less than 3,000 meters (less than 10,000 feet). If you encounter any issues, refer to the three - year warranty for support.
