Hi, I use a dual laptop setup to stream. I have this capture card however there's no audio from the game or from my mic (SteelSeries Arctis 5). Any advice you can share is highly appreciated. Thanks and more power.
@@ador7572 in obs add a "audio input" source and select usb. you should see levels moving from capture card now, if you would like to hear it as well make sure you have monitoring on for that audio input in advance audio settings
This is a first. Haha, thank you for making me laugh this morning. I've been playing this new game called Rogue Company and people say in look like the character "Gl1tch".
I bought one on Amazon this week and it has been great. It was $40, but it has the loop through on it and it's 1080p with 60 fps. Both the video and sound are great. It was a relief to find that out since I can't afford the expensive ones.
Something to note is that if you're using it for a camera, it can do 720p at 60FPS. For a smaller window, like a small corner face cam, you can get some sweet 60FPS goodness.
Been using this device for console streaming. It worked so well, I ordered 4 more so I can connect multiple consoles for streaming with my teenage boys. I got it for 8 dollars on eBay.
@@Activater right, let's be real, I'm not the next Doc or Ninja. I just got 5 capture devices for half the price of a used Elgato card. The kicker in my opinion is this, most people watch on their phones and you only need 720p @ 60 to look good on the small screen.
I stream Xbox, and didn't have an issue picking up audio. I use this capture device, Ubuntu Linux, and OBS. It was pretty much plug and play. Not sure if maybe it's a Windows issue. Here is a troubleshooting guide you can try to get HDMI capture going if you have issues with it in the link below. Another thing to remember first though, we are buying unbranded $10 capture devices. I would guess that they may cut a corner on quality control. techgyo.com/how-to-fix-obs-not-recording-audio-problem
I get it. There're about 5% of people that are affected by the camera. I think it's due to all the cuts in the video, but it's hard to pin point why a few people get motion sickness. Thanks for watching regardless dude!
I bought this thing on a whim on Amazon to hook up my daughter onto twitch, I love it the setup was pretty dang easy with a RU-vid tutorial. The only drawback is you really do need an HDMI splitter. I went ahead and bought one with four plugs, partially because it was the only one there and also I have so many devices and sick of having to unplug the ones in the back and have to plug in the new one.
I picked up an HDMI splitter but I can't seem to get sound to OBS now...I was able to get sound without the splitter so I'm not sure what's happened any suggestions?
Replying for anyone else who has thing issue. I closed down OBS unplugged the capture card, plugged back in and turned OBS back on...works...so ya there we go lol
Lol I just bought this exact thing the other day, I think I was the one to point it out in chat. Works well with my G7 for streaming an vlogs + other stuff. Love it. CHEAP
Hey I also have Panasonic camera, but the source doesn't show up in OBS when I add "video capture device" (It does in window's device manager). My HDMI output settings in camera are set correctly.. Did you have to change anything to get it to work?
Hey, sincere apologies for getting back to you later than your job needed. However, I dont think I've seen your issue. Do you haveba second pc to test on? Or mac?
Its great for sure. I was skeptical until I had it. For the price, this thing is killer considering what i paid back in the day for a capture card similar to this.
Thanks for this, I struggled through some retro games with all the input lag and thought I had just lost the skills for them lol Grabbed the hdmi splitter you recommended, can't wait to try it out
It makes a huge difference. I played in the TV back in the day that had a slow response time. I couldn't figure out why i all of a sudden sucked. That delay is a killer for fps games. Once I switch to a low latency screen, I was golden again.
The moving background really makes me feel weird wayy to much and the cuts don't make it any better but I appreciate the review im excited to try it out for my Camera
Thanks for commenting dude! There're a few people who don't like it. I use it for my live streams so it's been weird bringing it to YT with cuts and all. Wish you luck getting the card!
I have the one with loop version and I gotta say it is recommended for those who want to stream their console games. if you can afford elgato/camlink maybe that’s the one you’re looking. but let say you’re new and you’re on a budget, you dont want to spend that much money just like me, well this could be the solution.
Analytics shows that 20% of my suggested traffic about this same device is coming from this video, so I had to come take a look. Agree that this is great bang for the buck. Yes it has some delay, but like you said, a splitter will help. Nice review! Liked and subscribed!
Got this the other day and I have to say for the pricepoint this is unbeatable. For those still running an old ass laptop like myself I use it as an input with zoom with great success for recording.
@@Activater yeah man especially since Im always on the go Ive had to adapt and cant always have the option of connecting a TV. Either way great video brother new subscriber here.
You forgot to mention how this thing heats up like the sun after an hour of use. Had to get the metal cover removed while using just so it doesnt overheat.
You don’t need to buy a video capture for hdmi. I connected my Canon 5D Mark III to my 2020 iMac with a USB cable that comes with the camera and with free open source software, Camera Live and Camtwist, and then I use free OBS. Works like a charm-all free.
Yes, this. 100%. However, not all cameras have this and a capture card can also capture a game console, another pc, or anything else with an HDMI source. Also, not this particular device, but the capture software will allow for a max of 30fps if that matters to you. :)
Thanks for the video! I actually use two of these capture cards. One I use for my XBOX to pc with an hdmi splitter for my gaming monitor and another one for my Sony a6000. I use SLOBS and everything works great for my streams. I bought each for cheap but I encourage folks to use your link for their purchases. I also have my settings for 1080p 60fps for both captures but reduce it on stream to 720p 60fps cause my pc is slow lol. I’ve been using for about over a month and everything is working well!
Hey, much love Iron. Appreciate you pushing to get people to support. Really glad to get all the information I have out there to people like you. It's hard when so many people hold onto this information. I just want to help other creators out. :D
Im trying to setup my stream so I can run my Sony a6000 as well! Its great to hear that it actually works. I am waiting for the Capture card to ship. My question is, do I also need the splitter if I plan to stream from my PC? I'm kinda confused on what the splitter exactly does. The end goal is to use my a6000 as a webcam and then stream my games from my PC! Thank you in advance for any help!
Bryan Agahan I use a splitter because I run my gaming on an Xbox. So for me to have as little video latency as possible for my games I split the hdmi signal to my monitor for gaming and to the capture card for the pc to be captured in SLOBS. I’m f you’re all PC based you won’t need a splitter
Bro i just bumped into your channel and I gotta tell you that i love your videos and how easy you explain everything especially for the not so tech savy dudes like myself. THANKS!
Thanks man. On one side I have a Volcom stone symbol. (I've been a skateboarder for like 20 years) On the other side, a tattoo similar to Ellie from the last of us part 2 game. Its different, but the same idea.
Most generic capture cards like this one are powered by the MS2109 chip. However, there are a few capture cards that use the MS2130 chip which is an improvement over the MS2109 variant. Not only can it do 60fps at 1080p, but it supports the YUY2 video format and stereo sound. No more having to rely on downscaling to 720p just to record 60fps footage. Nice review by the way.
Oh awesome to hear they've updated! Are they about the same price still? I'll do some checking on my own, but I can imagine the price reflecting the newer MS2130 chip. 🤔
I've just bought the same two devices but for a different reason, to upload recordings from my Sky box to my PC. HDMI through the dongle then hopefully the splitter will defeat the HDCP. Are you cold there? Just wondered why you're wearing a shirt, hoodie, waistcoat. cap with the hood up over the top all while sat inside?
I’ve been happy with this for the cost. I picked mine up for under $11 on eBay when I did my video review on it. When you weigh the cost versus what it does this thing is unmatched. It’s an awesome way to get people with little funds away into streaming or even RU-vid recording. What are you using to make your cam go back and forth like that?
Hey dude, appreciate you watching! I ended up making a video on the moving camera thing here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vbMqICGA-sw.html I'll end up making a real in-depth video soon as when i made that video, I was more skeptical on getting it out there to everyone.
Audio for your mic or the game audio? For mic, you could always add a delay as a filter for the audio source that is too early compared to your video or a video delay if your audio is too late. For game: it should be in sync with the video, if not, try above.
Idk what all the bad comments about the moving camera are about, I think it's super cool! It seems like a unique difference this guy can use for his brand to make himself stand out. Awesome review as well btw!
I'm so confused how the camera is so damn crisp. Mine in OBS is unbelievably grainy but when recording on the camera itself it looks great. Using the a5100 for reference.
It's most likely your ISO on the camera being too high. Do a test, where it currently is for your OBS setup, just hit record on your camera itself. Once you record a few seconds, take the camera outside and adjust the settings (ISO first, then shutter speed) so you can see outside and record again. Take those files and put them into your OBS as media sources and just look at them. Most likely the outside will look good. The key is to get the lowest possible number on your ISO as well as your F-Stop of your lens. Then you want to keep your shutter speed at about 1/50 or 1=/30. If you can't see after setting the settings, you gotta increase the light in your space.
I would suggest the USB extension. I've heard issues with it directly plugged in, but also, the extension would save you from potentially breaking it while its sticking out of your pc.
Like, take the signal from the capture card and send it out of your graphics card? Technically you could do this, but it would still have the delay effects as you have in OBS. basically, you'd need to plug that HDMI cable from the GPU to a tv or monitor so that your pc would recognize it. Then with OBS, you would right click the main preview, then select "full screen projector preview, then select that tv or monitor. it will send whatever is on your obs to your TV/monitor. However, you could also right click on ANY source and project that to the tv/monitor by itself. Just need to make sure you right click on the source itself rather than the main obs preview monitor. Hope this helps!
I used this capture card to record Final Fantasy 10 on the PS2 console with a acv to hdmi converter and I was pissed that it was good enough to get some in game cutscene down better than in-game movements. I'm gonna play with OBS settings more to see if I can record with the CC(Capture Card) smoothly next time .
Its not for everyone and I'm still learning how to make it work with YT videos with edits/cuts in the video. Thanks for watching and letting me know how you feel about it!! :D
@@Activater id imagine B roll or cutting to a 2nd angle before cutting back to the moving camera might help it be less Jarring the moving camera is 100% your style though so it'd be a shame to lose is completely...
Just found out about this device literally yesterday and just purchased one unit. I've been trying to find a way to display my cable TV box to my tablet. And now, hopefully this would work.
Hmm, not sure a tablet can take the signal from your cable TV box. However, there may be a way to do it outside of a capture card. Most TV companies have an app these days to watch everything on your tablet.
Possibly? However, I dont know what will happen to the device and how well it works when used like that. www.amazon.com/dp/B07CVX3516/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_OHSIFbNTFT8Z1
Thanks Ralph. Maybe someday man! I only started around the end of 2018 and then didn't really do anything until a few months ago again. I think more time spent making videos will help! :D Thanks for watching man!
Thanks! A lot of the cheap options that claim 60fps actually are trying to say they INGEST a 1080p60 signal but actually record at 30fps. Just be cautious. I went through about 4 capture devices claiming 60 when in actuality they only did 30. Especially if its usb 2.0 as i dont think you can get 1080p60 with that. They sometimes also have blue USB tips to make you think its 3.0 but it's actually just a blue colored 2.0. Hope you get what you want!! :D
Crazy. You may be the first person to ever comment this on any of my videos. Not a bad thing. Just hard to understand when the focus draws your eye where to look making it less distracting, no? I feel like if everything was in focus, your eyes would wander to what is in the background. I respect your opinion though. Just never heard it before.
You're in the 5% of people who comment this. I 100% understand it's not for everyone. It is less jarring than it used to be, but I feel like it works. I think it may be all the cuts? I feel like its great for my livestreams but I do get 1 person out of 10,000 on Twitch that'll say it's bad for them.
I think it wouod be great. However, depending on your games, you may want one of the capture cards with a loop through so you can send a direct hdmi signal to a monitor or tv for gaming. When just using the capture card, there's a subtle delay that is noticeable with competitive FPS games.
Hey man, so I was thinking about buying one of these. I want to dual PC stream on a budget because I already have 2 pc's. So would you recommend it for capturing signal from my Main PC and using an other output from my GPU for my monitor (display port). Already have the audio figured out with voicemeeter and was debating on this.
100% you should test it! I think you have a solid mindset on this. Give it a try! If you dont want to spend money, look into NDI. That'll transmit the signal over your ethernet cables.
I'm using the same cheapo HDMI capture. I connected the laptop to PC monitor and the video is pinkish / purple now. It was good the last time I used it connected laptop to smart TV. Do you know what could be the issue here? I've tried 2 HDMI cables and still the same.
Try a different port on the laptop? Try a USB extension cable? Lastly, test plugging your device into a TV or something just to make sure its still working properly
Hmm, try other ports as well as maybe test a USB extension cable or another PC if you have it. It may have failed, but it's hard to tell. Worst case, hopefully it was cheap and you can get a new one or return this one if its still within the refund /return time.
Thanks for this, getting a laptop for Christmas and wanting to add things to my streams besides the basic ps4 set up and was having trouble finding a good capture card that isn't going to break the bank
This thing is well worth it. I would recommend getting a small usb extension cable for it. I've heard a couple reports that it gets hot and potentially causes a black screen if plugged directly into the pc.
Ah.. I got one a few days ago and it worked a charm for my streams then suddenly it just kept showing as a black screen. Funny thing is my pc recognises that it's connected but I'm trying to figure out whether its the capture card failing on me or something magically changed after I streamed. My settings haven't changed though so it's kinda odd, any suggestions?
I've started to hear this about the device. I use it with a little USB cable extension rather than directly plugged in. Have you by chance has it connected directly to a usb port on your pc or were you using an extension cable like me?
Try that, but it may have overheated to the point where it potentially broke. I've been hearing this more and more. Good thing it's a cheap device. HOWEVER, I have mine on a usb cable and it works like a charm and hasn't faulted. Hopefully the cable will help!
when you have tons shit of sliders inhouse in the quarenteen, that you can film yo face, your keyboard and your dam pet ...with that smooth sliding action... al TYPE OF ACTIONS!
Hey can you help me I'm trying to find out how to set up one of those capture cards and the HDMI splitter to live stream and record videos with my Android phone which is an Alcatel 3 to PC. Can you tell me if that's possible? And how? I don't know if you can explain and if it would be easier through Instagram (PhaeOfficial). Please and thank you
Hey Phae, connecting your phone isn't always super easy. If your device has a cable that can send out an HDMI signal, then it's EZ PZ where you just connect that cable to your phone and then to the capture card/splitter to send the signal to your PC. However, if there isn't a cable that supports that for your device, you'll need to either put an android emulator on your PC and play there or send your phones image to your PC via usb or wirelessly with an screen mirroring application. Ill try to find a good app, but check this article in the meantime to find something that could work: fossbytes.com/android-screen-mirroring-apps-pc/amp/
Finally received mine yesterday and honestly, after i put it to the test... This little shit is a friggin cheat code. How the heck have they made this so good ?
I bought one for 23 MYR (which is about 5.54 USD) and it's god tier and cheap. I finally can play my ps4 on my laptop since I can't fit a tv in my room. Though there are a bit of lag, so I lower the fps so to 23-24. It's pretty good for a single player games, not sure about multiplayers.
@@Activater I think it's the transmission of the video feed to my pc. Sometime the game I play slightly delay and fps dropped. Though now I got myself a HDMi splitter and I think it's getting better? Lesser lagging and I can finally play multiplayer games
For whatever reason cheap capture card didn´t work for me. Capture card was a different cheap one marketed as HD Video Capture card from DigiNow (China) Macbook 2018 with usbC ports, apple brand hmdi-usbc adapter, nikon d750..... El Gato Cam link worked right away after trying cheap one and banging my head against the wall. I did learn how to update my camera's firmware in the process as I was trying to figure things out, so I guess that's a plus. (updated firmware on camera, computer, obs software) I'm sure not all cheap cards are the same but sometimes you get what you pay for. Posting for those who might be frustrated like me. Lot of videos for PC, perhaps cheap ones more optimized for PC... really don´t know.
What was happening that it wasn't working? Black Screen? Did the device show up as a selectable source at all? Colored bars? Also, how did you plug it in? Directly to the computer? USB Extension cable?
There are delays and audio issues. But there are fixes for the audio so the only remaining issue is the delays. It is especially bothersome on games which requires swift movement.
Yeah, this card is pretty rough for people that want to game from their OBS program. A splitter sending the hdmi video to your monitor is the way to go for raw instant gameplay
@@swissgamerzchannel2035 Any suggestions what to play around with? I recorded myself playing. The recording is good just playing through obs has very slight gameplay delay(which I dont mind) audio was a little more(1/2 second - 1 second delay)
@@Mace604 It also depends if you have applications open like youtube or a browser. And if the console is playing a game at 60 fps. Otherwise, it might be your rig or the capture card which could have an issue.
Depends on thee source and capture card. Your not really replacing hdmi for usb. The USB is there so you can capture it to a PC. Some cards are basically 1 for 1 with quality coming from the hdmi. Hdmi out of a device will be its best quality if thats what it offers.
40ms is pretty high. However, if you wanted to play a competitive shooter type game off of it, a splitter to a secondary monitor or tv is the way to go.
I was unable to get a phone to work but that might just be my phone as it doesn't have a native adapter to send out an HDMI signal. Also, i was unable to plug another device into my phone and have it captured on my phone.
how to setup the mic? I have one in my game pc and the capture cad don't capture it. only the audio from the game. also can't use mic on my streaming pc. it is a crap laptop that don't have mic output.
What is the mic you own? Technically you can send your mic to your stream pc through other means. The capture card takes the audio from your game PC, but if you dont have it so you can hear yourself talk on your game pc you're not gonna hear it in the capture card. 4. quick ideas: 1. Open OBS on the game PC and apply a dedicated NDI filter to the mic. Then add a "NDI Source" on your stream PC obs and it'll be there. 2. Get NewTek NDI and just capture your audio from the "scan converter" app that comes with it. Just send that audio over like step 1 and capture it like step 1. 3. If your mic has a headphone port on it, ug a 3.5mm cable to 3.5mm cable into it and then into you laptops mic input. 4.if no mic input on your stream PC, plug it in via USB and run the same 3.5mm cable from your mic to your GAME pcs mic input.
@@Activater thanks for the answer! I have a cheap head mic and headphones without mic. I've been searching and maybe found a way out. I've tried NDI before and work for a while but after was making weird noises, I thought it was the internet. My connection sometimes it is not stable enough. So I dropped it. Now I bought a cheap Y audio cable for the laptop put my mic in one output and a headphone without mic in the other. I haven't tested yet, but it might work. I've tried plugin only the mic on the laptop's p2 output and it worked but the volume was too low. I'm trying to fix it. If you have some ideas to fix it I'd appreciate to know.
I don't understand why the Micro HDMI Type D to HDMI to Mini Display Port cable and adapter don't work for video playback and/or streaming on the iMac.
What adapter? The capture card? Also, im not 100% sure but some signals can't be converted that easily. If you're using this little capture card, it should just be micro hdmi from your camera to hdmi with this capture card.
You need a mic to capture yourself. most headsets don't play your voice to your speakers/headphones. You'll need a separate mic on your PC to capture your audio. The party chat can be captured by sending your party audio to your "speakers" in your console settings.
link? Also, is that what it'll actually capture, or just input? This device will capture almost any resolution thrown at it but OBS only captures it at 30fps.
I don't know what Im doing wrong, i followed all the directions but the video stays black no matter what. Im getting discouraged seeing how automatic it should be, are there any recommendations for things I should try before i give up and return this thing?
Have you tried using a USB cable to plug it into your PC? I assume you plugged it in directly? I've been hearing issues of the device for SOME reason overheating and then it's just a black screen. Also, maybe test a secondary device plugged into it PLUS try another PC if you have one! :D
I've figured it out, turns out my usb port is incompatible with any sort of capture card?? I was able to hook it up to my tablet instead using sn otg cable I had though, so it works out! Thank you for your help, I'll keep it in mind for future issues i might have!
hmm, that sounds like it may need to be unplugged and re-plugged in? Also certain devices have a protection against certain copyright things like Netflix on a playstation, or various other similar things. Some devices have a setting to turn that feature off to allow games to still play and be okay through a capture card. Worst case, maybe you got a faulty device? maybe test another one and return the one you got OR, remove the splitter and make sure the capture card works without it!
I got that exact same capture card for 2 weeks, and sadly it wont work anymore. When i plugged it to my laptop and pc, the device doesn't recognized and suddenly became very hot. I tried again in the next day and the same thing happen. So i guess its a R.I.P on just a 2 weeks. It was cheap but not worthy if its gonna damage your laptop, think twice.
I've been hearing that plugging directly into your pc seems to have some sort of issues with certain people. I would test again with a USB extension cable!
The capture card with the loop-through is basically the same as the main device I show here with an added option to send the HDMI signal elsewhere ontop of sending the signal to your PC. So, yes, you are correct.
If it has hdmi, yes! However, consider if the camera can remove its onscreen overlays. I would get it plus the correct hdmi cable for it and plug it into a TV to look at it. If you can't hide the menus and what not, then use this capture card if you're happy with it!
Hello, I know this is video is old but I hope you will respond. I bought the same Capture Card as you and similar HDMI splitter too. Capture card is working well with little bit of delay but that doesn´t matter. Problem is with audio. If one output is connected to the splitter everything is working well, but when I plug in the second output (monitor) video is going, audio is not. I tried a many ways to do it different but nothing works. I hope you will help me or at least respond :D Thanks
Do you absolutely need an external power source on the HDMI splitter? Or does it work just fine without it? I was looking at a couple that don't actually have a slot for them like yours had a microUSB one. Just one HDMI slot on one end and two on the other.
I got everything setup but where would I plug my mic into the computer or Xbox? And if I do have to plug it into the computer how would my part chat hear me?
oof, I thought I answered this. I generally plug my console mic into my console, and have a separate mic for my PC. Also, I end up sending the audio from party chat to my pc by setting the console to send the audio over speakers rather than headset. I made this video recently if you need help with your xbox: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EjUQbjkVwN0.html
Hey Karan, this can take almost any signal. 30fps is fine to watch with something with a high fps. An example I had in this video was a camera at 60fps and a PS4 at 30fps. Both look pretty smooth to me!
Test: -Connect using a USB extension cable. -try another signal source -in OBS, disable and re-enable the device. -set a custom resolution in OBS for this devices properties
in your "Audio Mixer" where the little settings cog next to your audio is: If you go to "advanced audio properties", does the little "Mono" box have a check on it?
Help please. I wanted to use one to play for like 5 hours straight, do you think it can handle it? I saw some guy recomending taking it out of the case, what do you think?
Absolutely. You can use it infinitely. I recommend using a USB extension cable though. For some reason people have told me it gets too hot and fails on them when plugged directly into the pc.
