Magewell Pro Capture Hexa CVBS 6-channel SD Capture Card

The Magewell Pro Capture Hexa CVBS is a cutting-edge 6-channel SD capture card that revolutionizes video capture for professional settings. Designed for those who demand high performance and reliability, this capture card seamlessly integrates into any broadcast or streaming environment. With its ability to handle multiple composite video sources simultaneously, the Pro Capture Hexa CVBS empowers users to create dynamic video productions with ease.

Engineered with advanced technology, the Pro Capture Hexa CVBS features high-quality analog-to-digital conversion, ensuring that your video feeds are captured with stunning clarity and precision. Whether you're working in live event broadcasting, video production, or video conferencing, this capture card is designed to meet the rigorous demands of professional video workflows. Its user-friendly interface and robust build quality make it an ideal choice for both seasoned professionals and those new to video capture.

One of the standout features of the Magewell Pro Capture Hexa CVBS is its flexibility. Each channel can be configured independently, allowing for customized setups tailored to your specific needs. This versatility, combined with its compatibility with a wide range of software applications, makes it an indispensable tool for any video production team. Elevate your video projects and experience the difference with the Magewell Pro Capture Hexa CVBS 6-channel SD Capture Card.

Key Features

• 6-channel SD video capture with independent configuration
• High-quality analog-to-digital conversion for clear video output
• Compatible with a variety of software applications for easy integration
• User-friendly design suitable for both professionals and beginners
• Robust construction for reliability in demanding environments

Technical Specifications

Input Connectors
6 x CVBS (BNC)
Output Connectors
1 x HDMI, 1 x USB 3.0
Video Format
NTSC/PAL
Supported Resolutions
720 x 480 (NTSC), 720 x 576 (PAL)
Power Supply
12V DC
Operating Temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions
6.09" x 4.72" x 0.98"
Weight
1.98 lbs

Supported OS
Windows (7/8/8.1/10/11/Server 2008/2008 R2/2012/2016 (x86 & x64) and above)
Linux (support x86, x64 & ARM architecture)
Ubuntu 12.04/14.04/16.04/17.04/17.10/18.04 (x86 & x64) and above
CentOS 6.5/7 (x86 & x64) and above
Fedora 25/26/27 (x86 & x64) and above
Red Hat 6.5 (x86 & x64) and above
Other Linux OS with kernel version 2.6.35 and above

Recommended OS (tested)
Windows (7 Ultimate/8.1 Enterprise/10 Enterprise/Server 2008 R2 DataCenter/Server 2012 R2 DataCenter/Server 2016 R2 DataCenter (x86 & x64))
Linux (Ubuntu 12.04/14.04/16.04 (x86 & x64), 17.04/17.10/18.04 (x64), CentOS 6.5/7.2 (x86 & x64), Fedora 25/26 (x64), Red Hat 6.5 (x86 & x64))

Supported APIs
Windows (DirectShow, DirectKS, Wave API/DirectSound/WASAPI)
Linux (V4L2, ALSA)

Supported Software
VLC, VirtualDub, OBS, XSplit, vMix, VidBlaster, Wirecast, Microsoft Media Encoder, Adobe Flash Media Encoder, Any other DirectShow/V4L2 encoding/streaming software

Input Interfaces
DB25 (Composite video x6, Analog audio (L+R) x6)
Host Interface
PCIe Gen2 x1

Input Features
Support for input video resolutions up to 720x576 pixels
Composite Specific Features
Support for NTSC, PAL and SECAM standards, Auto detection of video input standard

Video Capture Formats
Support for capture image resolutions up to 720x576 pixels
Support for capture frame rates up to 30fps
Support for 4:2:0 8-bit capture formats: NV12, I420, YV12
Support for 4:2:2 8-bit capture formats: YUY2, YUYV, UYVY
Support for 4:4:4 8-bit capture formats: V308, IYU2, V408, BGR24, BGR32
More capture formats are supported via SDK

Video Processing Features
Two video processing pipelines with ~180Mpixels/s processing bandwidth for each one
Video cropping, Video scaling, Video de-interlacing (Weave, Blend top & bottom field, Top field only, Bottom field only)
Video aspect ratio conversion (Auto or manual selection of input aspect ratio, Auto or manual selection of capture aspect ratio, Three aspect ratio conversion modes: Ignore (Anamorphic), Cropping or Padding (Letterbox or Pillarbox))
Video color format conversion (Auto or manual selection of input color format & quantization range, Auto or manual selection of capture color format, quantization range & saturation range)
Support for RGB, YCbCr 601, YCbCr 709 color formats
Support for Limited or Full quantization range, Support for Limited, Full & ‘Extended gamut’ saturation range
Video frame rate conversion, Video OSD composition (Support for PNG OSD image (up to 720x576), Support for dynamic loading of RGBA OSD image via SDK)

Multiple Cards per System
Support for multiple cards plugged to one system
On-board rotary switch to set card number, with 16 positions from 0 to F
The video and audio device names displayed in your software will include the card number (set by the rotary switch)

Multiple Capture Streams
Unlimited capture streams for any one input channel
Independent cropping, aspect ratio, color format, resolution, frame rate, de-interlacing and color adjustment settings for each individual stream

Ultra Low Latency Support
Latency of 64 video lines
Partial notification mode in SDK

Timestamp & A/V Synchronization
Hardware based 100ns high resolution clock
Audio frames (192 audio samples) & video frames are stamped with hardware clock
Hardware clock can be synchronized across cards (via SDK)

Video Capture SG-DMA
~400MB/s per channel DMA bandwidth in PCIe 2.x system
~200MB/s per channel DMA bandwidth in PCIe 1.x system
Support for auto detection of Intel tiled GPU surface
Support for DirectGMA for AMD video adapter chipsets
Support for GPUDirect for Nvidia video adapter chipsets

SDK
Magewell Capture SDK for DirectShow for easy integration (Windows)
Magewell Capture SDK for DirectKS for maximum flexibility & performance (Windows)

Windows Driver Tweaks
All options can be controlled by three levels of registry key: global level, product level and device level
Video, Audio, Crossbar filter names can be customized via registry keys

Firmware Upgrade
Multiple cards in one system can be upgraded simultaneously
Cards can be upgraded without a system power shutdown (In most cases, even a reboot is not needed)
Safe upgrade. If power off or system break down occur when the firmware is being upgraded, it will automatically restore to the initial version.

LED Indicator
Status LEDs indicate the working state of each channel:
Pulsing slowly: input signal unlocked
On: input signal locked
Double blinks: memory failed or FPGA configuration failed
Off: firmware or power supply abnormal

Form Factor
Low profile PCIe x1 Add-on Card
4.65" x 2.71" (without PCI bracket)

Accessories
DB25 to Composite + Analog Audio breakout, Low Profile bracket

Power Consumption
Max current at 12V: ~ 0.48 A
Max current at 3.3V: ~ 0.11 A
Max power consumption: ~ 6.12 W

Working Environment
Operating temperature: 0 to 60 deg C
Storage temperature: –20 to 70 deg C
Relative Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing