Product Description
The Hauppauge HD PVR 2 is a top - notch video recorder that lets you capture high - definition video at up to 1080p. It can connect to a DVR, satellite or cable TV set - top box, or even a video game console. You can record via either HDMI (without HDCP protection) or Component Video at 1080p. Record your favorite TV programs from a DVR to free up its space and build your own TV program library. Use the included WinTV v8 app to directly schedule recordings from your cable or satellite set - top box. Key features include HD recording from cable, DVR, or satellite TV boxes, offloading your DVR, optical audio with an IR blaster to control your set - top box, no - delay pass - through for watching TV while recording, StreamEez for live - streaming on Twitch or YouTube, a built - in Record button for easy control, and a Personal Logo inserter to add your own logo to recordings and streams. Technical specs: It has a studio - quality hardware encoder with a 70 - frame GOP size and H.264 AVCHD high - definition encoding, record resolution up to 1080p30, recording data rates from 1 to 13.5 Mbits/sec (CBR) or up to 21Mbits/sec (VBR), and supports AVCHD (.TS and .M2TS) plus .MP4 video formats. It offers no - delay HDMI passthrough, various input/output connections, dimensions of 6' x 6' x 1.5', 6V at 1.6 amps power, weighs .75lb / .34 kg / 12 oz, and supports multiple recording formats. System requirements include a laptop or desktop PC with appropriate processors, Windows 10, 8, 7 or Vista, a TV with HDMI input (optional), 1 GB of recommended memory, and an internet connection. The item includes the HD PVR 2, USB 2.0, power supply, cables, and software downloads along with a quick installation guide.
Using the Hauppauge HD PVR 2 is a breeze. First, connect it to your cable or satellite TV set - top box or DVR using the provided cables. If you want to use HDMI, make sure your source doesn't have HDCP protection. You can also use Component Video. Plug in the power supply and connect it to your PC via USB. For scheduling recordings, open the WinTV v8 application. You can set it to record your favorite shows at specific times. If you want to live - stream, use the StreamEez feature to create a Twitch or YouTube channel. To add your own logo to recordings and streams, use the Personal Logo inserter. When you're ready to record, just press the built - in Record button. No need to be at your PC. As for maintenance, keep the device in a cool, dry place. Make sure the cables are properly connected and not damaged. If you're not using it for a long time, unplug the power supply. When downloading the Hauppauge Capture or WinTV v8 software, ensure you have a stable internet connection. Also, make sure your PC meets the system requirements to avoid any issues.
