ClearClick HD Video Capture Box Ultimate brugermanual

1. Introduktion

The ClearClick HD Video Capture Box Ultimate is designed to capture and stream video from various sources, including HDMI, RCA, VHS, VCR, DVD players, camcorders, and Hi8 devices. This device allows you to digitize your video content without requiring a computer for basic recording. It supports recording to microSD cards, USB flash drives, or USB hard drives.

Important Note: This device does not monitor, record, or live stream from HDMI sources that are content-protected or copyrighted (e.g., some Blu-ray players, streaming media sticks). Attempting to use such sources will result in a black screen. This is not an indication of a defective device.

Image 1.1: Device displaying an important note regarding content-protected HDMI sources.

2. Sikkerhedsoplysninger

• Udsæt ikke enheden for vand eller overdreven fugt.
• Avoid extreme temperatures. Operate the device in a well-ventilated area.
• Forsøg ikke at skille enheden ad eller ændre den. Overlad al service til kvalificeret personale.
• Use only the provided power adapter or a compatible 5V/2A power source.
• Hold enheden væk fra stærke magnetiske felter.

3. Pakkens indhold

Bekræft at alle varer er til stede i pakken:

• ClearClick HD Video Capture Box Ultimate device
• Remote Control (requires 2x AAA batteries, not included)
• HDMI kabel
• RCA (AV) Cable
• USB Power Adapter
• USB-C kabel
• Brugermanual og hurtigstartguide

Image 3.1: Contents of the ClearClick HD Video Capture Box Ultimate package.

4. Enhed overview

4.1 Frontpanel og betjeningselementer

Billede 4.1: Forside view of the device with LCD screen and control buttons.

• LCD skærm: 3.5-inch display for previewing video and navigating menus.
• Tilbage knap: Vender tilbage til den forrige menu eller skærm.
• Menu-knap: Åbner enhedens indstillingsmenu.
• Retningsknapper (op, ned, venstre, højre): Naviger gennem menuer og juster indstillinger.
• OK knap: Bekræfter valg.
• Power knap: Tænder/slukker enheden.
• Knapper til lydstyrke op / ned: Justerer afspilningslydstyrken.
• Mikrofonindgang: Til tilslutning af ekstern mikrofon.
• Rec/Stop Button: Initiates or stops video recording.
• Mode knap: Switches between different operating modes (e.g., Record, Playback).

4.2 Side- og bagporte

Image 4.2: Rear ports of the device, including Headphone Jack, AV In, HDMI In, HDMI Out, USB Out, and USB-C.

• Hovedtelefonstik: Til lydovervågning.
• AV In (Analog Audio/Video): Connects to RCA (composite) video sources.
• HDMI In Port: Connects to HDMI video sources.
• HDMI udgang: Connects to a TV or monitor for pass-through viewing.
• USB Out Port: For connecting USB storage devices (flash drives, hard drives).
• USB-C-port: For power supply and PC connection for live streaming.

Billede 4.3: Side view of the device showing the SD Card slot.

• SD-kortplads: For inserting a microSD card (up to 128 GB) for storage.

5. Opsætning

5.1 Strømforsyning til enheden

1. Tilslut det medfølgende USB-C-kabel til USB-C-porten på enheden.
2. Connect the other end of the USB-C cable to the USB Power Adapter.
3. Plug the USB Power Adapter into a wall outlet.
4. Press and hold the Power button on the device to turn it on. The device has a built-in rechargeable battery (3.7V / 1800mAh) for portable use, but it is recommended to keep it plugged in for extended operation.

5.2 Inserting Storage

The device supports microSD cards (up to 128 GB), USB flash drives (up to 128 GB), and USB hard drives (up to 4 TB).

• For microSD Card: Insert the microSD card into the SD Card slot until it clicks into place. Ensure the card is inserted correctly (often upside down relative to the device's orientation).
• For USB Drive: Connect your USB flash drive or hard drive to the USB Out Port.

5.3 Tilslutning af videokilder

Choose the appropriate connection method for your source device:

• HDMI Source (e.g., game console, set-top box): Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI output of your source device to the HDMI In Port on the capture box.
• RCA/AV Source (e.g., VCR, camcorder, DVD player): Connect the RCA (yellow, white, red) cables from the AV output of your source device to the AV In ports on the capture box. Ensure the colors match (yellow for video, white for left audio, red for right audio).

Image 5.1: Device connected to an RCA video source. It is recommended to verify your AV/RCA source is functional before use.

5.4 Connecting to a Display (Optional)

Til view your video source on a larger screen while recording, connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI Out Port on the capture box to an HDMI input on your TV or monitor.

6. Betjeningsvejledning

6.1 Grundlæggende optagelse

1. Ensure the device is powered on and your video source is connected and playing.
2. The video feed should appear on the device's LCD screen.
3. Tryk på Rec/Stop button (or the record button on the remote control) to begin recording. A recording indicator will appear on the screen.
4. Tryk på Rec/Stop knappen igen for at stoppe optagelsen. Den optagede file will be saved to your inserted storage device.

6.2 Menunavigation og indstillinger

1. Tryk på Menu knappen for at få adgang til indstillingerne.
2. Brug Retningsknapper to navigate through options.
3. Trykke OK for at vælge en mulighed eller bekræfte en indstilling.
4. Trykke Tilbage for at forlade menuen.

6.3 Opløsningsindstillinger

The device supports HD (720P/1080P for HDMI) and SD (720x480 for RCA) video capture. You can select the desired resolution through the menu settings. Note that the 'video quality' button on the remote typically opens a menu to choose between HD or SD resolution, not a quality bitrate setting.

6.4 Live Streaming (PC Required)

Live streaming is supported via PC using OBS software. This feature is compatible with Windows operating systems only; Mac and XSplit are not supported.

1. Connect the device to your PC using the USB-C cable.
2. Ensure your video source is connected to the capture box.
3. On your PC, open OBS Studio.
4. Add a 'Video Capture Device' source in OBS and select the ClearClick device.
5. Configure your streaming settings within OBS.

6.5 Afspilning

To play back recorded videos:

1. Tryk på Mode knappen for at skifte til afspilningstilstand.
2. Brug Retningsknapper to select a video file.
3. Trykke OK for at starte afspilningen.
4. Brug Lydstyrke op/ned buttons to adjust audio.

6.6 mikrofonindgang

Connect a wired microphone to the Microphone Input jack to record external audio alongside your video. Bluetooth microphones are not supported.

7. Vedligeholdelse

• Rensning: Brug en blød, tør klud til at rengøre enheden. Brug ikke flydende rengøringsmidler eller slibende materialer.
• Batteripleje: For optimal battery life, avoid fully discharging the battery frequently. If storing for an extended period, charge the battery to approximately 50%.
• Opbevaring: Opbevar enheden på et køligt, tørt sted væk fra direkte sollys.

8. Fejlfinding

• Black Screen from HDMI Source: If you see a black screen when connecting an HDMI source, verify that the source is not content-protected (HDCP enabled). The device cannot record or display content-protected HDMI signals.
• No Signal from RCA/AV Source: Ensure your VCR/camcorder/video source is functional and correctly connected. Test the source by connecting it directly to a TV.
• Problemer med synkronisering af lyd/video: While recorded files are generally good, some users have reported minor sync issues during live preview, especially at higher resolutions. This typically does not affect the final recorded file.
• SD Card Difficult to Insert/Remove: The SD card slot can be tight. Ensure the card is oriented correctly and apply gentle, firm pressure. For removal, a tool like small pliers might be needed if it's stuck.
• Remote Control Unresponsive: Ensure fresh AAA batteries are installed correctly. Sometimes, pressing buttons twice may be necessary.
• Blurry Livestreaming (PowerPoint): When livestreaming content like PowerPoint presentations, some blurriness may occur. Recorded files generally maintain better quality.
• No True Passthrough: The device requires power and must be turned on to pass through a signal to an external display, even if not recording.

9. Specifikationer

10. Garanti og support

The ClearClick HD Video Capture Box Ultimate comes with a 1-Year Warranty and Tech Support from ClearClick, a USA-based small business.

For technical assistance or warranty claims, please contact ClearClick support:

• E-mail: support@clearclick.tech
• Webwebsted: www.clearclick.tech