Sandberg HDMI Capture Link a USB-C

The Sandberg HDMI Capture Link to USB-C provides an HDMI input for connecting a high-quality camera or other HDMI video sources (for example game consoles or DVD players) and presents them to your computer as a standard USB webcam. It supports video capture at 720p and 1080p resolutions and passes the HDMI audio signal, allowing real-time streaming and recording through common streaming and chat applications.

Advantages

The compact adapter uses a male USB Type-C connector and requires no external power beyond the host 5V supply. It supports Windows 10, 8 and 7, occupies minimal desk space with dimensions of 23 mm × 190 mm × 11 mm, and comes in a grey finish. The device is lightweight (0.05 kg) and enables straightforward conversion of HDMI sources to a USB webcam input for instant compatibility with software that accepts webcam devices.

Suitable for

• Live streaming with a DSLR or mirrorless camera
• Video calls and online meetings using a high-quality camera
• Recording gameplay from consoles (PlayStation, etc.)
• Digitizing or streaming playback from DVD/Blu-ray players

Key specifications

• Supported resolutions: 720p, 1080p
• Connector: HDMI input to male USB Type-C
• Audio: HDMI audio pass-through supported
• Compatibility: Windows 10, 8, 7
• Dimensions (W × D × H): 23 mm × 190 mm × 11 mm
• Weight: 0.05 kg
• Colour: Grey
• Power: 5V via host USB-C

How to use

Connect an HDMI cable from your camera or other HDMI source to the HDMI INPUT port on the Sandberg HDMI Capture Link. Plug the adapter's USB-C connector into a computer USB-C port. The device will be recognised by compatible operating systems as a webcam input; open your preferred streaming, recording or video chat application and select the capture device as the video source. Adjust camera settings in the application or on the camera as needed.

Recommendations

For best results when using a camera, set the camera to clean HDMI output (no on-screen overlays) and choose a supported resolution (720p or 1080p). Use a good quality HDMI cable and a direct USB-C connection to the computer; avoid using unpowered USB hubs. Ensure your streaming software and Windows drivers are up to date for stable performance.