Magewell Pro Capture Mini SDI 1-Channel HD Capture Card

The Magewell Pro Capture Mini SDI 1 - Channel HD Capture Card is a top - notch solution for video capture in professional fields like broadcasting, live streaming, and video production. It offers outstanding performance and reliability. Its compact design makes it easy to integrate into existing setups, whether you need a portable or stationary configuration. This card supports high - definition video capture up to 1080p, capturing every detail clearly. With low - latency performance, it's perfect for live events and real - time video processing. The robust build and efficient cooling system (with multiple heatsink options) ensure durability and stable operation even during long - term use. It's compatible with a wide range of software applications, providing great versatility for users on different platforms. Whether you're a professional video producer or a gamer streaming sessions, this card delivers reliable performance and is a trusted tool for content creators. Key Features: - 1 - channel SDI input for high - definition video capture - Supports up to 1080p video resolutions - Low - latency performance for live streaming and production - Compact design for easy integration - Multiple heatsink options for optimal thermal management - Wide compatibility with popular software platforms Technical Specifications: - Dimensions: 3.94' x 2.76' x 0.75' - Weight: 0.31 lbs - Video Input: 1 x 3G/HD/SD - SDI - Video Output: 1 x SDI loop - through - Audio Input: Embedded audio - Audio Output: Embedded audio - Supported Resolutions: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i - Power Consumption: 3.5 W - Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C - Storage Temperature: - 20°C to 85°C - Heatsink Versions: Small Heatsink, Large Heatsink, No Heatsink - Supported OS: Windows (Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11/Server 2008/2008 R2/2012/2016 (x86 & x64) and above), Linux (support x86, x64 & ARM architecture (Ubuntu 12.04/14.04/16.04/17.04/17.10/18.04; CentOS 6.5/7; Fedora 25/26/27; Red Hat 6.5 and above)), Mac (OS X 10.9/10.10/10.11 and above, macOS 10.12/10.13/10.14/10.15/11/12/13 (not supporting macOS 14 yet)) - Recommended OS (tested): Windows (Windows 7 Ultimate/8.1 Enterprise/10 Enterprise/Server 2008 R2 DataCenter/Server 2012 R2 DataCenter/Server 2016 R2 DataCenter (x86 & x64)), Linux (Ubuntu 12.04/14.04/16.04 (x86 & x64), 17.04/17.10/18.04 (x64); CentOS 6.5/7.2; Fedora 25/26 (x64); Red Hat 6.5 (x86 & x64)), Mac (OS X 10.9.5/10.10/10.11.2/10.11.3/10.11.4, macOS 10.12/10.13.2/10.13.3/10.14.3/10.15/11/12/13) - Supported APIs: Windows (DirectShow, DirectKS, Wave API/DirectSound/WASAPI), Linux (V4L2, ALSA), macOS (AVCaptureSession, AudioUnit) - Supported Software: VLC, VirtualDub, OBS, XSplit, vMix, VidBlaster, Wirecast, Microsoft Media Encoder, Adobe Flash Media Encoder, Any other DirectShow/V4L2/AVCaptureSession encoding/streaming software - Input Interfaces: MMCX, SD/HD/3G SDI - Host Interfaces: PCIe Gen2 x1 - Loop - through Interface: MMCX, SD/HD/3G SDI - Input Features: Support for input video resolutions up to 2048x1080 pixels - SDI Specific Features: Integrated cable equalizer extending cable lengths (up to 330m for SD - SDI, 190m for HD - SDI, 150m for 3G - SDI), Support for SD/HD/3Ga/3Gb/3Gb - DL/3Gb - DS standards, 2K (2048x1080) mode, RGB 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2 color sampling, 10/12 - bit color depth, Support for extraction of SMPTE 352 payload identifier, up to 8 (mono) audio channels at 48KHz - Video Capture Formats: Support for capture image resolutions up to 2048x2160 pixels, frame rates up to 144fps (actual rates may be limited by PCIe bandwidth and pixel clock). Support for 4:2:0, 4:2:2, and 4:4:4 capture formats in 8 - bit and 10 - bit depths. - Video Processing Features: Two processing pipelines with ~180Mpixels/s bandwidth each, full 10 - bit processing, cropping, scaling, de - interlacing, aspect ratio conversion, and color format conversion capabilities. - Multiple Cards per System: Support for multiple cards and unlimited capture streams per input channel. - Ultra Low Latency Support: Latency of 64 video lines, hardware - based high - resolution clock for A/V synchronization. - Firmware Upgrade: Cards can be upgraded simultaneously without shutdown; safe upgrade functionality available. - Form Factor: Mini PCIe Add - on Card - Accessories: 2 x MMCX to BNC cables (32cm) - Working Environment: Operating temperature: 0 to 60 °C, Storage temperature: –20 to 70 °C, Relative Humidity: 5% to 90% non - condensing.

Using the Magewell Pro Capture Mini SDI 1 - Channel HD Capture Card is quite straightforward. First, make sure your system meets the recommended operating system requirements. Install the card into the PCIe Gen2 x1 slot on your computer. Connect the SDI input cable to the 3G/HD/SD - SDI input port of the card. If you need to loop through the signal, connect the output to the loop - through interface. For audio, the embedded audio input and output are used, so no additional audio cables are usually needed. Then, install the appropriate software on your system. You can choose from a wide range of supported software like VLC, OBS, etc. Once the software is installed, configure it to recognize the capture card. You can adjust the video resolution, frame rate, and other settings according to your needs. When using the card, keep an eye on the operating temperature. It's best to operate it within the temperature range of 0 to 60 °C. If you're using it for a long time, consider using a heatsink to keep it cool. There are different heatsink options available, so choose the one that suits your setup. For maintenance, make sure to keep the card clean and free from dust. If there's a lot of dust on the card, you can use a can of compressed air to blow it off gently. Also, keep the card in a dry environment with relative humidity between 5% and 90% non - condensing. When it comes to firmware upgrades, you can upgrade the card simultaneously without shutting down your system. Just follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer to ensure a safe upgrade.