IEI Technology HDC-401 User manual

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IEI Technology Corp.
User Manual
MODEL:
HDC-4x Series
V
ideo Capture Card with
DVI-I Input Channel,1920x1080@60p,
and Hardware H.264 Codec
Rev. 2.00 – 3 October, 2012

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Revision
Date Version Changes
3 October, 2012 2.00 Updated for new software version v2.00
24 August, 2011 1.00 Initial release

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Copyright
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owners.

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 MODEL VARIATIONS ................................................................................................... 2
1.3 FEATURES................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 CONNECTOR OVERVIEW............................................................................................. 3
1.4.1 HDC-401............................................................................................................ 3
1.4.2 HDC-401E ......................................................................................................... 4
1.5 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................... 5
1.6 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................... 7
1.6.1 HDC-401 Dimensions........................................................................................ 7
1.6.2 HDC-401E Dimensions ..................................................................................... 8
2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION................................................................................... 9
2.1 UNPACKING.............................................................................................................. 10
2.1.1 Anti-static Precautions..................................................................................... 10
2.1.2 Unpacking Precautions.................................................................................... 10
2.1.3 Unpacking Checklist.........................................................................................11
2.2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE................................................................... 12
2.3 VIDEO CAPTURE CARD INSTALLATION..................................................................... 12
2.4 DVI-I DEVICES INSTALLATION................................................................................. 13
2.5 SET THE ROTARY SWITCH SETTINGS ........................................................................ 14
3 DRIVER ANDAPPLICATION INSTALLATION (WINDOWS) .......................... 16
3.1 OVERVIEW................................................................................................................ 17
3.2 DRIVER INSTALLATION............................................................................................. 18
3.2.1 Uninstall Driver............................................................................................... 21
3.3 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION (WINDOWS).................................................................... 21
3.3.1 System Requirements........................................................................................ 21
3.3.2 HDCapture Demo Program Installation.......................................................... 22
4 HDCAPTURE APPLICATION (WINDOWS) ......................................................... 25

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4.1 HDCAPTURE OVERVIEW.......................................................................................... 26
4.2 VIDEO CAPTURE....................................................................................................... 26
4.3 VIDEO DECODING .................................................................................................... 29
4.4 VIDEO BYPASS ......................................................................................................... 31
4.5 UNINSTALL HDCAPTURE ......................................................................................... 31
4.6 FAQ......................................................................................................................... 32
A INPUT RESOLUTION AND VIDEO FORMAT.................................................. 33
A.1 SUPPORTED INPUT RESOLUTION AND VIDEO FORMAT ............................................... 1
A.1.1 VGA Input, SW=0.............................................................................................. 1
A.1.2 VGA Input, SW=1.............................................................................................. 3
A.1.3 VGA Input, SW=2.............................................................................................. 5
A.1.4 DVI Input, SW=3............................................................................................... 7
A.1.5 DVI Input, SW=4............................................................................................... 9
A.1.6 DVI Input, SW=5..............................................................................................11
A.1.7 VGA Input, SW=6............................................................................................ 13
A.1.8 DVI Input, SW=7............................................................................................. 15
A.1.9 VGA Input, SW=8............................................................................................ 17
A.1.10 DVI Input, SW=9........................................................................................... 19
B HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE ........................................................... 1
B.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ......................................... 2

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: HDC-4x Series Video Capture Card...........................................................................2
Figure 1-2: HDC-401 Connector Overview...................................................................................4
Figure 1-3: HDC-401E Connector Overview.................................................................................4
Figure 1-4: HDC-401 Dimensions (mm)........................................................................................7
Figure 1-5: HDC-401E Dimensions (mm) .....................................................................................8
Figure 2-1: HDC-4x Series Installation .......................................................................................13
Figure 2-2: DVI-I Devices Connect to the Video Capture Card ................................................14
Figure 2-3: Rotary Switch ............................................................................................................14
Figure 3-1: Windows Security.....................................................................................................18
Figure 3-2: Windows Warning Window......................................................................................19
Figure 3-3: Device Driver Installation Wizard ............................................................................19
Figure 3-4: Driver Installing.........................................................................................................20
Figure 3-5: Driver Installation Complete ....................................................................................20
Figure 3-6: Device Manager.........................................................................................................21
Figure 3-7: HDCapture Setup Wizard..........................................................................................23
Figure 3-8: Select Installation Folder..........................................................................................23
Figure 3-9: Confirm Installation ..................................................................................................24
Figure 3-10: Installation Complete..............................................................................................24
Figure 4-1: HDCapture .................................................................................................................26
Figure 4-2: Encoding Settings.....................................................................................................28
Figure 4-3: Video Capture Control..............................................................................................29
Figure 4-4: Decoding Settings.....................................................................................................30
Figure 4-5: Uninstall HDCapture.................................................................................................31
Figure 4-6: Uninstall HDCapture Confirmation Window...........................................................32

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: HDC Video Capture Card Models................................................................................2
Table 1-2: Specifications ...............................................................................................................6
Table 2-1: Package List Contents...............................................................................................11
Table 2-2: HDC Video Capture Card Models..............................................................................15

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Chapter
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1 Introduction

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1.1 Overview
Figure 1-1: HDC-4x Series Video Capture Card
The low power HDC-4x Series video capture card supports 1080p Full HD video via DVI-I
connection. The HDC-4x Series video capture card is equipped with the high-performing
codec component with DVI-I video input channels.
A software development kit (SDK) is shipped with each card and the flexible system
architecture simplifies the integration of cameras, video signal processing, storage and
video management and or security applications.
1.2 Model Variations
There are two HDC-4x Series video capture card models with different connecting
interfaces. These models are listed below:
Model Name Interface Video Input Video Output
HDC-401 PCI 1-channel DVI-I 1-channel DVI-I
HDC-401E PCIe 1-channel DVI-I 1-channel DVI-I
Table 1-1: HDC Video Capture Card Models

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1.3 Features
Some of the HDC-4x Series video capture card features are listed below.
DVI-I input channel up to 1920x1080@60p
Encoding or decoding with 1920x1080@60p or 1280x720@60p (per channel)
Pass through for transmitting uncompressed video up to 1080p resolution
Capture or record HD video in H.264 format
Playback the recordings on DVI-I monitor or television
Reduce the amount of hard disk space needed by real-time H.264 recording
compression capability
Low power consumption
Software development kit (SDK)
1.4 Connector Overview
The following sections introduce the two models of the HDC-4x Series.
NOTE:
The other connectors, jumpers and interfaces on the board not
specified below are for R&D diagnostic purposes and should not be
used by the end user.
1.4.1 HDC-401
The HDC-401 comes with one DVI-I input connector and one DVI-I output connector. A
PCI edge connector on the bottom of the capture card enables the HDC-401 to interface
with a motherboard.

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Figure 1-2: HDC-401 Connector Overview
1.4.2 HDC-401E
The HDC-401E comes with one DVI-I input connector and one DVI-I output connector. A
PCIe edge connector on the bottom of the capture card enables the HDC-401E to
interface with a motherboard.
Figure 1-3: HDC-401E Connector Overview

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1.5 Specifications
The HDC-4x Series specifications are listed in the table below:
HDC-401 HDC-401E
Video Input Channels One One
Video Input Type DVI-I (DVI/VGA) DVI-I (DVI/VGA)
Video Output Channel One One
Video Output Type DVI-I (DVI/VGA) DVI-I (DVI/VGA)
Interface PCI PCIe x1
VIDEO PROCESSING
Resolution 1920 x 1080 60p, encoding bit rate from 6Mbps to 30Mbps.
1280 x 720 60p, encoding bit rate from 4Mbps to 24Mbps.
Video Engine H.264/AVC High Profile Level 4.2
Color Space Support RGB 444
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
System
Windows:
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack2 (SP2) (32-bit version)
Microsoft Windows 7 (32-bit)
Microsoft DirectX 9.0c
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0/3.5/4.0
Win7DSFilterTweaker tool (for Windows 7 OS only)
Visual C++ 2005 & 2008 Redistributable
Linux:
Fedora 16 (Kernel 3.1.0)
SOFTWARE SUPPORT
Device Driver Driver for Windows XP, Windows 7 (32-bit) and
Linux Fedora 16

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HDC-401 HDC-401E
SDK
SDK provided with demo program and sample source code
Windows: Provide SDK and demo program with sample
source code in C#
Linux: Provide SDK and driver/demo program with sample
source code in C
OTHERS
Dimensions (WxH) (mm) 167.6 x 106.7 155 x 111
Operating Temperature 0ºC – 65ºC (32ºF - 149ºF), non-condensing
Power Consumption
6.32 W
5 [email protected] A
3.3 [email protected] A
7.1 W
12 [email protected] A
3.3 [email protected] A
Table 1-2: Specifications

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1.6 Dimensions
The dimensions for the HDC-4x Series are listed in the following sections.
1.6.1 HDC-401 Dimensions
Figure 1-4: HDC-401 Dimensions (mm)

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1.6.2 HDC-401E Dimensions
Figure 1-5: HDC-401E Dimensions (mm)

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Chapter
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2 Hardware Installation

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2.1 Unpacking
2.1.1 Anti-static Precautions
WARNING:
Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the video
capture card may result in permanent damage to the capture card and
severe injury to the user.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,
including the video capture card. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is
therefore critical that whenever the video capture card, or any other electrical component
is handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
Wear an anti-static wristband: - Wearing a simple anti-static wristband can
help to prevent ESD from damaging the board.
Self-grounding:- Before handling the board touch any grounded conducting
material. During the time the board is handled, frequently touch any
conducting materials that are connected to the ground.
Use an anti-static pad: When configuring the video capture card, place it on
an antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the video
capture card.
Only handle the edges of the PCB:-: When handling the PCB, hold the PCB
by the edges.
2.1.2 Unpacking Precautions
When the video capture card is unpacked, please do the following:
Follow the anti-static precautions outlined in Section 2.1.1.
Make sure the packing box is facing upwards so the video capture card does
not fall out of the box.
Make sure all the components listed in Section 2.1.3 are present.

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2.1.3 Unpacking Checklist
NOTE:
If some of the components listed in the checklist below are missing,
please do not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or
vendor you purchased the video capture card from or contact an IEI
sales representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative,
please send an email to [email protected].
The video capture card is shipped with the following components:
Quantity Item Image
1 HDC-4x Series video capture card
1 Utility CD
1 Quick installation guide
1 DVI to VGA adapter (optional)
Table 2-1: Package List Contents

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2.2 Hardware Installation Procedure
To install the video capture card hardware, the following steps must be followed:
Step 1: Install the video capture card.
Step 2: Install the DVI-I source equipment. Step 0:
Once the steps above have been completed, the hardware installation procedures are
complete.
2.3 Video Capture Card Installation
The HDC-4x Series video capture card has either a PCIe x1 or a PCI interface. To install
the HDC-4x Series, please follow the steps below:
Step 1: Align the PCIe/PCI edge connector on the bottom of the video capture card with
the PCIe x1 or PCI slot on the system motherboard.
Step 2: Gently insert the video capture card into the PCIe x1 or PCI slot.
Step 3: Push down gently on the video card to make sure it is firmly inserted into the
PCIe x1 or PCI slot.
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HDC-401E
Figure 2-1: HDC-4x Series Installation
Step 4: Insert a retention screw through the top of the video capture card external
bracket into the chassis to secure the card to the chassis. Step 0:
2.4 DVI-I Devices Installation
Various DVI-I devices can be connected to the HDC-4x Series. Video input and video
output are all supported. Follow the steps below to connect the DVI-I devices to the
HDC-4x Series.
Step 1: Insert the DVI-I connector from the cable into the DVI-I input connector on the
HDC-4x Series. Make sure the connection is secure.
Step 2: Insert the DVI-I connector of the other end of the cable into the DVI-I connector
on the DVI-I device. Make sure the connection is secure.
Step 3: Use another DVI-I cable to connect the DVI-I connector of the DVI-I display
device to the DVI-I output connector on the HDC-4x Series. Step 0: