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H I GH - Q UALIT Y ANALOG / D I G I TAL V I D E O
CONVERSION FOR THE MAC

The ADVCmini video capture solution
is the best way to transfer video from
your VCR, camcorder, or other video
equipment directly on to your Mac for
editing. Using iMovie, video captured
from the ADVCmini may be easily
uploaded to YouTube, iTunes, AppleTV,
and other video websites.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET

The ADVCmini was developed specifically
for Macintosh users who want to
capture video and audio from an analog
source. It was designed to be simple
to use, delivering the high-quality visual
results that are associated with the
acclaimed ADVC® (Advanced Digital Video
Converter) brand, a brand that has sold
over 400,000 units to date!

Using the capture software supplied,
anyone can master video capture in no
time at all. The software interface is
icon-driven and designed to look like a
video recorder, so that users imme diately
feel comfortable using it. This makes
ADVCmini reassuringly user-friendly for
those new to video capture.

Because video is captured as a
QuickTime file, it can be subse quently
edited in iMovie or any other Macintosh
video editing software. Users enjoy the
convenience of being able to add the
material to a DVD, upload it to YouTube,
or transfer it to an iPhone.

KEY FEATURES

As with any AVDC converter, quality is a
paramount consideration. ADVCmini uses
PerfectPicture technology to maintain
superior image quality when capturing
video. PerfectPicture employs 3D Y/C
separation—high-precision separation of
composite video signals into luminance
(Y) and chrominance (C) signals. This
processing minimizes the artifacts
common with other converters, such as
distortion, discoloration and moiré effect
(PerfectPicture applies only to composite
video capture).

Also originally developed for its ADVC
predecessors, PerfectSync stops video
and audio drifting and becoming out of
sync during capture, a common problem
with other converters.

The unit is very compact and no bulky
power cords or adapters are required
because the converter is USB-powered.

Not only does the ADVCmini work
with NTSC (the television broadcasting
standard in Japan and North America),
it is also compatible with PAL, widely
used in Europe. ADVCmini auto matically
detects this—the user does not have
to change the mode between PAL and
NTSC.

The ADVCmini comes complete with all
necessary cables, from the USB cable to
connect to your Macintosh PC to various
cables for connecting AV equipment
(S-Video, composite, and audio).

Just install the software, connect the
converter, and you’re ready to start
capturing video!

Works with all home and professional •
analog equipment

Capture from composite, S-Video, and •
SCART equipment (EU only)

Nothing else to buy – capture •
software and all cables included

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Stereo audio capture with input level •
adjustment

Connects to Mac via USB 2.0•

Powered by your Mac via USB cable•

PerfectPicture technology provides:•

3D Y/C separation for superior —
composite video capture quality

Hue, saturation, and brightness —
(HSV) controls

Contrast and quality adjustments —

PRODUCT DATA SHEET

PACKAgE ConTEnTS

ADVCmini unit •

Installation disk (CD-ROM)•

USB 2.0 cable•

S-Video cable•

Composite/stereo audio RCA cable•

SCART cable (European model only)•

Installation Quick Start guide•

Other products use inferior 2D technology
resulting in loss of detail and false colors:
see the “rainbow effect” on the left hand
side of the image above. ADVCmini offers 3D
Y/C separation, as used on professional and
broadcast equipment, for superior capture
quality.

SPECiFiCATionS

Video Input

Composite analog•
S-Video•
SCART (EU only)•

Audio Input

RCA stereo pair•
Audio input level: FS 0.83V RMS(typ.)•
Audio impedance: 10 kΩ•

PC Interface

USB 2.0

Digital Video Format

QuickTime Movie (.MOV)•
Compatible with iMovie and iTunes•
Maximum of 12 hours of video per •

recording

DEAlERS/RESEllERS

To find your local reseller or dealer for Grass Valley professional audio
video products, please visit professional.grassvalley.com/sales/.

© Copyright 2011 Grass Valley USA, LLC. All rights reserved. ADVC is a registered trademark and Grass Valley is a trademark of GVBB Holdings S.a.r.l. All
other tradenames referenced are service marks, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Specifications subject to change without
notice. PRV-4082D-4

ADVCmini Capture Application.

Physical

Dimension: 85 x 80 x 30 mm (3.3 x •

3.1 x 1.2 in.)
Weight: Approx. 120 g (4.2 oz.)•
Power consumption: 5V, 500 mA (USB •

bus powered)

System Requirements

OS: Mac OS X 10.5 or later•
CPU: Intel Core Duo Processor 2 GHz •

or faster
Memory: 1 GB or higher•
Graphics: Intel GMA950 or faster GPU •

64 MB memory or higher
HDD: 50 MB for installation•

SERViCE & SUPPoRT

Twelve-month limited warranty with service provided through local
resellers. Additional support available on a contractual basis.