A-Neuvideo ANI-USBC4K User manual

AUDIO / VIDEO MANUFACTURER
ANI-USBC4KTM
4K UHD+ HDMI to USB Video
Capture Recorder/Live Streaming
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
A-NeuVideo.com
Frisco, Texas 75036

SAFETY INFORMATION
1. To ensure the best results from this product, please read this manual and all other documentation before operating your equipment.
Retain all documentation for future reference.
2. Follow all instructions printed on unit chassis for proper operation.
3. To reduce the risk of re, do not spill water or other liquids into or on the unit, or operate the unit while standing in liquid.
4. Make sure power outlets conform to the power requirements listed on the back of the unit. Keep unit protected from rain, water and
excessive moisture.
5. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents or aerosol cleaners, as this may damage the unit. Dust with a clean dry cloth.
6. Do not use the unit if the electrical power cord is frayed or broken. The power supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
7. Do not force switched or external connections in any way. They should all connect easily, without needing to be forced.
8. Always operate the unit with the AC ground wire connected to the electrical system ground. Precautions should be taken so that the
means of grounding of a piece of equipment is not defeated.
9. AC voltage must be correct and the same as that printed on the rear of the unit. Damage caused by connection to improper AC
voltage is not covered by any warranty.
10. Turn power o󰀨 and disconnect unit from AC current before making connections.
11. Never hold a power switch in the “ON” position.
12. This unit should be installed in a cool dry place, away from sources of excessive heat, vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Do not use
the unit near stoves, heat registers, radiators, or other heat producing devices.
13. Do not block fan intake or exhaust ports. Do not operate equipment on a surface or in an environment which may impede the normal
ow of air around the unit, such as a bed, rug, carpet, or completely enclosed rack. If the unit is used in an extremely dusty or smoky
environment, the unit should be periodically “blown free” of foreign dust and matter.
14. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to
qualied service personnel. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
15. When moving the unit, disconnect input ports rst, then remove the power cable; nally, disconnect the interconnecting cables to
other devices.
16. Do not drive the inputs with a signal level greater than that required to drive equipment to full output.
17. The equipment power cord should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
18. Save the carton and packing material even if the equipment has arrived in good condition. Should you ever need to ship the unit,
use only the original factory packing.
19. Service Information Equipment should be serviced by qualied service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the equipment.
C. The equipment has been exposed to rain.
D. The equipment does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a marked change in performance.
E. The equipment has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
THIS SAFETY INFORMATION IS OF A GENERAL NATURE AND MAY BE SUPERSEDED BY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED WITHIN THIS MANUAL.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .........................................................................1
PACKAGE CONTENTS .............................................................1
FEATURES ................................................................................... 2
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................2
OPERATION CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS .............................. 3
CONFIGURATION & VIDEO CAPTURE .................................. 4
CONNECTION DIAGRAM ........................................................ 6
VIDEO & AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS .......................................... 7
DEAR CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance
and safety, please read these instructions carefully before
connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
INTRODUCTION
The ANI-USBC4K HDMI to USB video capture recorder with HDMI
bypass can support resolutions up to 18Gbps (600MHz) 4K UHD
with HDR (via the bypass path) while simultaneously streaming the
audio and video signal at 1080p to a USB connected PC for capture
or re-broadcast. HDMI sources up to 1080p@60 are supported for
capture without modication, while 4K sources will be automatically
scaled down to 1080p. The use of a special video timing stabilization
feature helps to ensure that the USB capture stream won’t lock up
or drop, even if the HDMI input source is intermittent or becomes
disconnected. Digital stereo audio from either HDMI (LPCM 2.0)
or the 3.5mm analog audio input will be captured with the HDMI
video source and is selectable within the conguration software.
USB capture is accomplished using the UAC (USB Audio Class)
and UVC (USB Video Class) standards, allowing the unit to support
most common video capture, chat, or streaming software, including
support for the Free OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) streaming
software which is available for Windows PC, macOS and Linux.
The unit is powered directly by the USB 3.0 port so an external
power supply is not required (A Y-cable is required when connected
via USB 2.0 in order to deliver the necessary power). Availability
and access to the controllable features of the unit depend on the
capture software used. This product has a 3 year warranty.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before attempting to use this unit, please check the packaging and
make sure the following items are contained in the shipping carton:
• HDMI to USB Video Capture Recorder
• USB 3.0 Cable (Type-B to Type-A)
• Shockproof Feet (Set of 4)
• Users Guide
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or
operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this
equipment:
• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of re,
electrical shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any
openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts
inside the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the
PSU if it is damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any
weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or
openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for
su󰀩cient space for air to circulate around the unit.
DISCLAIMERS
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and
is believed to be accurate. We assume no responsibility for any
infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may
result from its use.
We assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be
contained in this document. We make no commitment to update or
to keep current the information contained in this document.
We reserve the right to make improvements to this document and/
or product at any time and without notice.
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transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or any of its part translated
into any language or computer le, in any form or by any means
— electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual, or
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© Copyright 2019. All Rights Reserved.
Version 1.0 JULY2 019
TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
All products or service names mentioned in this document may be
trademarks of the companies with which they are associated.

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FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
• HDMI input and output with HDR, 3D & 4K@60Hz support, DVI 1.0 compatible
• HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.x compliant
• Supports up to 4K UHD (18Gbps, 4K@50/60Hz 4:4:4, 8-bit) video input and output
• Supports Deep Color input and output up to 12-bit
• Supports 10-bit and 12-bit HDR (High Dynamic Range) input/output
• Automatically scales 4K sources to 1080p for USB capture
• Unit may be powered directly via USB 3.0 (When using USB 2.0, a Y-cable is required to provide additional power)
• Supports video timing stabilization to help ensure a reliable and stable USB capture stream
• Capturing over USB 3.0 allows uncompressed video and audio data capture (up to 1080p, LPCM 2.0)
• Capturing over USB 2.0 requires the application of minimal MJPEG compression to the video and audio data (up to 1080p, LPCM 2.0)
• Supports capturing 2 channel digital audio from either HDMI (LPCM 2.0) or the 3.5mm analog audio input (selectable via conguration
software)
• Compliance with the UAC (USB Audio Class) and UVC (USB Video Class) standards, allows the unit to support most common
capture and video streaming software Note: Availability and access to the controllable features of the unit depend on the capture
software used.
• Support for the Free OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) streaming software which is available for Windows PC, macOS and Linux
Specifications
• HDMI Bandwidth: 600MHz/18Gbps
• Input Ports: HDMI, Stereo (3.5mm)
• Output Ports: HDMI, USB 3.0 (Type-B)
• Power Supply: Powered by USB
• ESD Protection Human Body Model:
• ±8kV (Air Discharge)
• ±4kV (Contact Discharge)
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 5 x 1 x 4.25 in (128x25x108mm) [Case Only] / 5 x 1 x 4.6 in (128x25x117mm) [All Inclusive]
• Weight: .8 lbs / 364g
• Chassis Material: Metal (Steel)
• Silkscreen Color: Black
• Operating Temperature: 0˚C–40˚C/32˚F–104˚F
• Storage Temperature: -20˚C–60˚C/-4˚F–140˚F
• Relative Humidity: 20–90% RH (Non-condensing)
• Power Consumption: 7.15W
As product improvements are continuous, specications are subject to change without notice.
APPLICATIONS
• Live video stream recording for broadcast
• Security camera recording
• Gameplay video archival
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
• HDMI source equipment such as a media player, video game console or set-top box.
• HDMI receiving equipment such as an HDTV, monitor or audio amplier.
• Personal computer (Windows or macOS) with a USB 3.0 port and plenty of available hard drive space.
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OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
Front Panel
qPOWER LED: This LED will illuminate RED to indicate the unit is on and receiving power but does not yet have a live HDMI source.
When a live HDMI source is detected, the LED will illuminate GREEN.
wACTIVE/RECORD LED: When software on the connected PC is actively receiving video from the unit via USB, this LED will
illuminate GREEN.
eHDCP LED: This LED indicates the HDCP state of the connected HDMI source. If the source is using HDCP 1.x, the LED will
illuminate RED. If the source is using HDCP 2.2, the LED will illuminate BLUE. If the source is not using HDCP, the LED will remain
o󰀨.
Note: Recording video sources containing HDCP protection is not supported by this unit. Only HDMI bypass will be active with HDCP
sources.
back Panel
qUSB 3.0 PORT: Connect directly to a PC’s USB 3.0 port for control, video capture and power. Note: If connected via USB 2.0, use
of a Y-cable connected to 2 USB 2.0 ports is required in order to properly power the unit.
wHDMI OUT PORT: Connect to an HDMI TV, monitor or amplier for digital video and audio output.
eHDMI IN PORT: Connect to HDMI source equipment such as a media player, game console or set-top box.
rAUDIO IN PORT: Connect to the stereo analog output of a device such as an audio player or PC.
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Configuration and Video Capture
Configuration and Video Capture
VIDEO CAPTURE CONFIGURATION
The USB Video Capture Control software provides control over a
selection of basic functions of the unit, including: audio source, HDCP,
video settings and volume. An option to return the unit to its factory
defaults is also provided.
Note: Please obtain the “USB Video Capture Control” software from
your authorized dealer and save it in a directory where you can easily nd
it. Both Windows and macOS versions are available. To use the software,
connect the unit to your PC via the provided USB 3.0 cable and then
execute the control application. A conguration window, similar to the
screenshot below, will appear. All changes made to the video capture
signal via this app will take eect immediately.
1. Audio Source: Switch the audio source to record between the
embedded HDMI audio and the analog line input.
Note: Only LPCM 2.0 audio can be recorded. Bitstream audio is not
supported.
2. HDCP: Enable or disable HDCP support on the HDMI input.
Note: Disabling HDCP support may enable the recording of the output of
some source devices (typically PCs/Macs) that enable HDCP encryption
even when it is not required by the current video content. Once HDCP
support is disabled on this unit, the connected device should automatically
switch to a non-HDCP mode as long as the playing content allows it.
Certain other source devices (such as most major video game consoles)
enable HDCP output by default, but will not automatically disable HDCP
based on the connected device’s reported capabilities. In order to enable
video recording of the output of these devices, HDCP must be manually
disabled using the game console’s own system menu.
3. ProcAmp Controls: This section provides direct control over a variety of video and audio settings when video capture is active.
Note: Changes to these settings have no impact on the HDMI bypass output signal.
• Brightness: Provides control over the overall brightness of the captured video.
• Contrast: Provides control over the overall contrast of the captured video.
• Hue: Provides control over the hue shift of the captured video.
• Saturation: Provides control over the color saturation level of the captured video.
• Sharpness: Provides control over the amount of sharpness processing to apply to the captured video.
• Volume: Provides control over the audio volume of the captured video.
• Mute Audio: Mutes or unmutes audio in the captured video.
4. Factory Reset: Press the “Factory Reset” button to reset the unit to its factory default state. After the reset is complete, the unit will
reboot automatically.
5. Detailed Signal Information: This section provides detailed information about the current source and capture resolution, HDCP state,
DDC and hot-plug voltages, audio format and sample rate, and current rmware version.
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Configuration & Video Capture
Configuration & Video Capture
VIDEO CAPTURE
Video capture is accomplished using 3rd party software. The choice of video
capture software is entirely up to the user. This unit adheres to the UAC (USB
Audio Class) and UVC (USB Video Class) standards, allowing the unit to support
most common video capture, chat, or streaming software, including support for
the Free OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) streaming software, among many
other choices. Availability and access to the controllable features of the unit
(such as capture resolution, recording storage format, etc.) depends on which
features the specic capture software package chooses to expose. Note: Many
source devices (such as most major video game consoles) force HDCP output
by default, even when it is not required by the content currently being output. In
order to enable video recording of the output of these devices, HDCP must be
manually disabled using the game console’s own system menu.
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CONNECTION DIAGRAM
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
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Video Specifications
Video Specifications
Supported Resolutions (Hz)
Input Output
HDMI HDMI Bypass
720x400@85 ü ü
720x480p@60 ü ü
640x480@60/72/75/85 ü ü
720x576p@50 ü ü
800x600@56/60/72/75/85 ü ü
1280x720@50/60 ü ü
1024x768@60/70/75/85 ü ü
1280x768@60/75 ü ü
1360x768@60 ü ü
1366x768@60 ü ü
1280x800@60 ü ü
1152x864@75 ü ü
1440x900@60 ü ü
1280x960@60 ü ü
1280x1024@60 ü ü
1400x1050@60 ü ü
1680x1050@60/60 (RB) ü ü
1920x1080i@50/60 ü ü
1920x1080p@24/25/30/50/60 ü ü
1600x1200@60 ü ü
1920x1200@60 (RB) ü ü
2560x1600@60 (RB) ü ü
2560x1440@60 (RB) ü ü
3840x2160@24/25/30 ü ü
3840x2160@50/60 (4:4:4) ü ü
3840x2160@50/60 (4:2:0) ü ü
4096x2160@24/25/30 ü ü
4096x2160@50/60 (4:4:4) ü ü
4096x2160@50/60 (4:2:0) ü ü
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Audio & cable Specifications
Audio Specifications
Analog Input
Max Audio Level 2Vrms
Impedance 10kΩ
Type Unbalanced
HDMI Input/Output
LPCM
Maximum Channels 8 Channels
Sampling Rate (kHz) 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
Bitstream
Supported Formats None
Cable Specifications
HDMI Cable Length 1080p 4K30 4K60
8-bit 12-bit 8-bit 8-bit
Input 49 ft / 15 M 32 ft / 10 M 26 ft / 5 M 10 ft / 3 M
Output 49 ft / 15 M 32 ft / 10 M 26 ft / 5 M 10 ft / 3 M
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