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Hauppauge USB-Live2 Model 610 Analog Video digiizer and Video Capture Device Black

  • USB video digitizer
  • S-Video and composite inputs
  • 720p capture resolution, MPEG-2 output
  • Windows 11, 10, 8 or 7 required
  • 2.6 ounces, 5 inch body
  • 2 year manufacturer warranty

Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A small USB device that digitizes S-Video or composite sources such as VCRs and camcorders for a Windows PC. It handles analog sources only and needs Windows.

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ASIN: B0036VO2BIModel: 610Category: Video Converters

Overview

Hauppauge designed this digitizer to turn analog video from a VCR, camcorder or video camera into digital frames sent over USB. The WinTV SnapShot application saves still images in several formats.

The reason to buy is a compact way to bring old tape footage to a Windows PC. The limit is platform support, because the listing names Windows only, and no software for editing is described.

Who it's for

A Windows laptop or desktop connected to an old VCR or camcorder is what it is built for. Gamers, streamers and anyone with HDMI sources should look at a different type of capture device.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Small and light
  • S-Video and composite sources
  • Still image capture in several formats
  • Windows 11 supported
Cons
  • Analog sources only
  • No editing software described
  • Audio details not listed

Performance notes

The digitizer converts analog video into digital frames and sends them to the computer over the USB bus. The quality of the result depends on the source tape and cable, as digitizing cannot restore lost detail. Stills are saved by the bundled application.

Where it stands among video converters

  • #3 most-searched brand and model of the 5 video converters lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 112 video converters we list; not a test result.

Specifications

Model610
Dimensions & fit
Item dimensions5 x 1 x 0.4 inches
Item weight2.6 ounces
Capacity & performance
Av outputMPEG-2
Compatibility & installation
Hardware interfaceUSB
Compatible devicesLaptops, Personal Computer
Warranty & support
Warranty description2 year manufacturer
Other details
Video capture resolution720p
Tuner typeAnalog
PlatformWindows
Minimum system requirementsWindows 11, 10, 8 or 7
Builtin mediaInstallation Guide

Frequently asked questions

How do you care for the Hauppauge USB-Live2?

The listing gives no care steps. It is a small USB device that plugs into a PC port, so unplug it when not in use and keep the video connectors clean.

What can the USB-Live2 connect to?

Any S-Video or composite video source, such as a VCR, camcorder or video camera.

What image formats can it save?

The SnapShot application saves still images as TIFF, JPEG or BMP, in color or black and white.