We’ll talk more about these production features in our upcoming hands-on look at Elgato’s Stream Deck, a 15-key live content creation controller for directly interfacing with live streams. There are even custom video and image overlays that can be called on mid stream to supplement your productions. Users will discover fine-grained level control over game audio, live streaming bit rate, frame rate, resolution, and much more. The app makes it easy to configure services like YouTube or Twitch for live streams, and even contains basic editing functions for manipulating recordings in post. With the app you can both record and live stream content. The Game Capture HD app is what brings the experience all together. Almost anything with an HDMI output (sans HDCP protected content) can be captured and/or live-streamed with the Game Capture HD line of products.
#HOW TO SETUP ELGATO HD60 TV#
I’ve also used the Game Capture devices to record Apple TV gameplay, or low-level BIOS footage. Many users will likely pair the device with a PS4, Xbox One, or Nintendo Switch, but that doesn’t mean it’s relegated to just those types of devices.įor my hands-on test I connected my Panasonic GH5, a camera capable of outputting 1080p60. Keep in mind that if you have a slower PC, it may be best to stick to the original HD60.Īlthough the Game Capture HD60 S is aimed at gamers, it’s a very competent device for any type of video capture or streaming duties. This results in less latency for previews, a feature that Elgato is calling Instant Gameview, assuming that your computer can handle the additional overhead.Įlgato recommends pairing the HD60 S with a computer packing a quad-core processor, though I was able to use it with my 13-inch MacBook Pro’s dual-core i7 with no issue. Subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube for more videosīecause of the additional bandwidth afforded by the USB 3.0 connection, the HD60 S is able to hand-off video processing to the connected computer. I think most customers will still be happy with the older Game Capture HD60, but if you want the best live streaming experience, the HD60 S model may be the better choice.
#HOW TO SETUP ELGATO HD60 PRO#
Elgato doesn’t include a USB-C to USB-C cable, though, so you’ll need to supply your own for one-cable MacBook Pro connectivity.īecause of the faster USB 3.0 connection, you can expect less latency, and a video preview window that’s closer to realtime.
It’s also worth noting that the S model includes a USB-C connection, which allows for a more seamless hookup to the 2016 MacBook Pro. The updated S model utilizes a faster USB 3.0 connection, while older external devices like the original HD60 utilize USB 2.0. You may be wondering what the difference is between the more affordable Game Capture HD60 and the Game Capture HD60 S. Have a look at our hands-on unboxing and walkthrough of the $180 Game Capture HD60 S for more details. As an example, I used the Game Capture HD60 to capture UEFI BIOS footage for my Hackintosh builds, routing output straight from the video card.īut the Game Capture line of hardware is more than just a capture device it can also be used to help facilitate live streams via Twitch, YouTube, and other services.
#HOW TO SETUP ELGATO HD60 MAC#
While the name ‘Game Capture’ may lead one to believe that the device is only relevant for gamers, it’s actually useful in a lot of different situations that may benefit Mac users. In these situations, I’ve enjoyed using Elgato’s Game Capture HD60 S. Yet, from time to time I find it necessary to capture direct feed video straight from source.
Working with video takes up a significant portion of my day-to-day schedule, and much of that is taken via a mirrorless camera like the Panasonic GH5.