ExpressCard 1080p Capture Card for HDMI®
ECHDCAP
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Manual Revision: 05/15/2012
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Hardware Installation ..............................................................................................................................2
Driver/Software Installation ..................................................................................................................2
How to Use ..............................................................................................3
Stream Catcher...........................................................................................................................................3
Snapshot Files.............................................................................................................................................4
Record Files .................................................................................................................................................4
Schedule Recording ................................................................................................................................. 5
Settings ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Device Settings ..........................................................................................................................................5
Record Settings .......................................................................................................................................... 6
Specications ..........................................................................................7
Technical Support ..................................................................................8
Warranty Information ............................................................................8
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Introduction
The ECHDCAP ExpressCard Video Capture Card for HDMI® (1080p) lets you capture
high-denition video and audio from an HDMI source to your laptop computer
through an ExpressCard expansion slot.
Support for full 1080p video input, as well as HDMI audio makes this HD capture card
the perfect solution for creating digital copies of your videos for editing and compiling,
or for simply recording video to your laptop.
This ExpressCard-based capture card supports NTSC and PAL systems, and includes an
easy to use video capture software suite that enables you to record video or take still
screenshots and save them to your laptop/notebook computer.
The laptop capture card features a ushmount ExpressCard design that sits ush with
the sides of the laptop, creating a seamless add-on that can be left installed, even
while on the move.
Packaging Contents
• 1 x ExpressCard Video Capture Card
• 1 x HDMI to Mini HDMI Cable
• 1 x Driver CD
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• ExpressCard enabled computer system with available ExpressCard slot
• HDMI cable to connect video source
• CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo (for 720p capture)
Intel Core i5 (for 1080p capture)
• Memory: 1 GB
• Video: DirectX 9.0c Compatible Graphics Card
• Microsoft® Windows® XP/ Vista/ 7 (32/64-bit)
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HDMI type A connector
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Installation
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged
by static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your
computer case or touching your PCI Express card. StarTech.com recommends that you
wear an anti-static strap when installing any computer component. If an anti-static
strap is unavailable, discharge yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a
large grounded metal surface (such as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be
careful to handle the PCI Express card by its edges and not the gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
The ECHDCAP adapter will slide into an open ExpressCard slot on any compatible
computer system. While the computer is powered o, push the ECHDCAP all the way
into the ExpressCard slot until a ‘click’ is heard as the card locks into place. To eject the
card, simply push the ECHDCAP adapter further into the slot until a ‘click’ is again heard
as the card releases from the socket, and automatically ejects from the slot.
NOTE: Some ExpressCard/54 slots do not rmly hold an ExpressCard/34 card, so a
34mm to 54mm stabilizer bracket may be necessary (StarTech.com ID: ECBRACKET).
Driver/Software Installation
1. Upon starting Windows, if the “Found New Hardware” wizard appears on the screen,
cancel/close the window and insert the included Driver CD into the computer’s CD/
DVD drive.
2. AutoPlay should automatically prompt you to run “Setup.exe”. If not, open “My
Computer” and double-click on the CD/DVD drive. Double-click the “Setup.exe” icon.
3. Proceed through the Installation wizard.
4. Complete the wizard and this should automatically install all necessary drivers/
software. An icon for “StreamCatcher” should now be on the desktop.
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How to Use
Connect the video/audio HDMI source to the video capture card using the appropriate
HDMI cable.
Stream Catcher
Double-click the “StreamCatcher” icon on the desktop to launch the video
capture application. This will bring up the main menu screen that contains
the video preview window and recording controls. Additional options and
congurations can be accessed through the Main Menu.
Initial Setup Note: If you have a video source connected, but are not able
to view anything in the video window, go to the “Settings” section rst, to make sure
the “device” is congured properly. If using an HDCP protected video source (i.e. retail
Blu-Ray movie), this will also result in no video preview/capture.
Menu
Video
Window
Record/Stop
button
Manually recording video can be done by simply pressing the “Record” button from the
control menu along the bottom of the Stream Catcher window. The frame around the
video window will turn red, while recording. When you wish to stop recording, press the
“Stop” button. The “Snapshot” button allows of taking a screen capture of the video stream.
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Snapshot
button
Volume Control
3
*screenshots are for reference only
Snapshot Files
Clicking this button will open the folder location where all of the snapshot les are
saved in Windows.
Record Files
Clicking this button will open the folder location where all of the recorded video les
are saved in Windows.
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Schedule Recording
The software can be setup to start recording at a specic time and date and occur once
or multiple times. Setup the schedule and click the “Add” button to save it. Multiple
schedules can be maintained at the same time. To remove a schedule, simply select it
from the list, and click the “Delete” button.
Settings
The Settings menu is broken into dierent sections for conguring various aspects of
the software. System Settings contains conguration options for the user interface.
Device Settings
Contains conguration options for the video capture hardware. Video and audio input
source (HDMI, component, DVI/VGA), video system (NTSC/PAL), aspect ratio and video
properties (sharpness, contrast, saturation, hue, brightness) can all be adjusted from
this menu.
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Record Settings
Contains settings related to video recording and snapshots. The location to save
recorded video les as well as recording quality can be congured. The location to
save the snapshot images and le format (JPG, BMP) are also set here.
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Specications
Host Interface ExpressCard
Form Factor ExpressCard/34 (34mm)
Chipset ID MStar MST3367CMK-LF-170
External Connectors 1 x HDMI type A female
Audio Support Yes (Stereo)
Video Systems NTSC-M, PAL-B/M/60
Video Encoding H.264, MPEG-4
Supported Resolutions
HDCP Compliant No
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 70°C (32°F ~ 158°F)
Dimensions (LxWxH) 75.0mm x 34.0mm x 5.5mm
Weight 30g
Compatible Operating Systems Microsoft® Windows® XP/ Vista/ 7 (32/64-bit)
TV: 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i/p
PC: 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 720,
1280 x 1024, 1440 x 900, 1920 x 1080
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
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ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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