Magewell Pro Capture HDMI 4K 1-Channel 4K Capture Card

The Magewell Pro Capture HDMI 4K 1-Channel Capture Card is a state-of-the-art device designed for professional-grade video capture. Whether you're streaming high-definition content or recording stunning video for post-production, this capture card delivers unparalleled quality and performance. With its ability to handle resolutions up to 4K, you can expect crisp, clear images that retain every detail, making it an ideal choice for broadcasters, gamers, and content creators alike.

Engineered with advanced technology, the Magewell Pro Capture HDMI 4K provides seamless integration with a wide range of video software and hardware. Its plug-and-play design allows for easy installation, and it supports a variety of video formats, ensuring compatibility with your existing setup. The card is built to deliver low-latency performance, essential for real-time video processing and streaming, giving you the edge needed in competitive scenarios.

With a robust build quality, the Pro Capture HDMI 4K is designed to withstand the rigors of professional use. It features an array of connectivity options, making it versatile enough to fit into any workflow. Whether you're capturing gameplay, conducting live webinars, or producing high-end corporate videos, this capture card is equipped to handle it all, providing reliable and high-quality performance every time.

Key Features

• Supports 4K resolution for stunning video quality
• Low-latency performance for real-time applications
• Wide compatibility with various video software
• Plug-and-play installation for hassle-free setup
• Durable design for long-term use in professional environments

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
5.0" x 4.0" x 0.9"
Weight
0.45 lbs
Video Input
HDMI 2.0
Supported Resolutions
Up to 3840 x 2160
Audio Input
HDMI embedded audio
Power Supply
Powered by PCIe slot
Supported OS
Windows: Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11/Server 2008/Server 2008 R2/Server 2012/Server 2016 (x86 & x64) and above; Linux: Ubuntu 12.04/14.04/16.04/17.04/17.10/18.04 (x86 & x64) and above, CentOS 6.5/7 (x86 & x64) and above, Fedora 25/26/27 (x86 & x64) and above, Red Hat 6.5 (x86 & x64) 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 (does not support macOS 14 yet)
Recommended OS
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), Ubuntu 17.04/17.10/18.04 (x64), CentOS 6.5/7.2 (x86 & x64), 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
HDMI, DVI-D 1.0, HDMI 1.4
Host Interface
PCIe Gen2 x4
Input Features
Support for input video resolutions up to 4096x2160 pixels
HDMI Specific Features
297MHz HDMI receiver, Adaptive HDMI equalizer, Support for customized EDID, Support for extraction of AVI/Audio/SPD/MS/VS/ACP/ISRC1/ISRC2/Gamut InfoFrames, Full colorimetry support, Support for 8-bit signals that use RGB/YUV 4:4:4 color sampling at pixel rate no more than 297MHz, Support for 12-bit signals that use YUV 4:2:2 color sampling at pixel rate no more than 297MHz, Support for 10/12-bit signals that use RGB/YUV 4:4:4 color sampling at pixel rate no more than 170MHz, Support for extraction of audio formation information & channel status data, Support for extraction of video timing information, Support for extraction of 3D format information, Support for extraction of Sony/Canon DSLR time code, Support for Side-by-Side Half, Top-and-Bottom, Frame Packing 3D mode.
Video Capture Formats
Support for capture image resolutions up to 4096x2160 pixels, Support for capture frame rates up to 144fps (Actual capture frame rate can be limited by PCIe bandwidth & image resolution), Support for 4:2:0 8-bit capture formats: NV12, I420, YV12, Support for 4:2:2 8-bit capture formats: YUY2, YUYV, UYVY, Support for 4:4:4 8-bit capture formats: V308, IYU2, V408, BGR24, BGR32, Support for 4:4:4 10-bit capture formats: V410, Y410, More capture formats are supported via Magewell Capture SDK
Video Processing Features
Two video processing pipelines with ~360Mpixels/s processing bandwidth for each one, Full 10-bit video processing, Video cropping, Video scaling, Video de-interlacing, Weave, Blend top & bottom field, Top field only, Bottom field only, Video aspect ratio conversion, Auto or manual selection of input aspect ratio, Auto or manual selection of capture aspect ratio, Three aspect ratio conversion modes: Ignore (Anamorphic), Cropping or Padding (Letterbox or Pillarbox), Video color format conversion, Auto or manual selection of input color format & quantization range, Auto or manual selection of capture color format, quantization range & saturation range, Support for RGB, YCbCr 601, YCbCr 709, YCbCr 2020 color formats, Support for Limited or Full quantization range, Support for Limited, Full & ‘Extended gamut’ saturation range, Video frame rate conversion, Video OSD composition, Support for PNG OSD image (up to 4096x2160), Support for dynamic loading of RGBA OSD image via SDK
Multiple Cards per System
Support for multiple cards plugged to one system, On-board rotary switch to set card number, with 16 positions from 0 to F, The video and audio device names displayed in your software will include the card number (set by the rotary switch)
Multiple Capture Streams
Unlimited capture streams for any one input channel, Independent cropping, aspect ratio, color format, resolution, frame rate, de-interlacing and color adjustment settings for each individual stream
Ultra Low Latency Support
Latency of 64 video lines, Partial notification mode in SDK, Timestamp & A/V Synchronization, Hardware based 100ns high resolution clock, Audio frames (192 audio samples) & video frames are stamped with hardware clock, Hardware clock can be synchronized across cards (via SDK)
Video Capture SG-DMA
~1200MB/s per channel DMA bandwidth in PCIe 2.x system, ~800MB/s per channel DMA bandwidth in PCIe 1.x system, Support for auto detection of Intel tiled GPU surface, Support for DirectGMA for AMD video adapter chipsets, Support for GPUDirect for Nvidia video adapter chipsets
SDK
Magewell Capture SDK for easy integration, maximum flexibility and performance
Windows Driver Tweaks
All options can be controlled by three levels of registry key: global level, product level and device level, Video, Audio, Crossbar filter names can be customized via registry keys
Firmware Upgrade
Multiple cards in one system can be upgraded simultaneously, Cards can be upgraded without a system power shutdown (In most cases, even a reboot is not needed), Safe upgrade. If power off or system break down occur when the firmware is being upgraded, it will automatically restore to the initial version. This function is only available for firmware version 1.21 and above.
LED Indicator
Status LEDs indicate the working state of each channel: Pulsing slowly: input signal unlocked, On: input signal locked, Double blinks: memory failed or FPGA configuration failed, Off: firmware or power supply abnormal
Form Factor
Low profile PCIe x4 Add-on Card, 3.65" x 2.71" (without PCI bracket)
Power Consumption
Max current at 12V: ~ 0.41 A, Max current at 3.3V: ~ 0.18 A, Max power consumption: ~ 5.44 W
Working Environment
Operating temperature: 32 to 140 deg F, Storage temperature: –4 to 158 deg F, Relative Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing