Tech Tips: How to record consoles in SD while playing them in HD

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How to setup HAVA Wireless HD (Shown):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nb4A6rdDLWo&feature=channel_page

How to setup HAVA Platinum HD (Not the WIRELESS as shown in the video): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCmPLe4LGW0&feature=channel_page

FAQ's are at the bottom of this description.

When people try to find how to record video game consoles (Like I did at one point) on youtube and other places, they are generally flooded with videos talking about the Dazzle Platinum. By all means, the Dazzle is a GREAT unit; however, for people like me I couldn't bear to look at my PS3 and Xbox 360 in Standard definition. I didn't go pay $2000 for a TV to be played in standard definition!

This is the cheapest and best consumer way to do this (IE: There isn't alot of clutter like some alternatives). Honestly, the price you pay for this is great for what you get.

Anyway, enjoy the video and feel free to leave comments and questions!


Video of the HAVA recording quality at default setting: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZyQmamxJ5g&feature=channel_page

Important Note: If you think the HAVA is too expensive, and your leaning towards a Dazzle... Don't. I highly recommend checking out the BlitzBox HD unit or even the Pinnacle Video Transfer which is exponentially better.

FAQ:
What consoles can you record with this?

Basically any console except all the hand helds EXCLUDING the PSP Slim. Since this has component input jacks, you ARE able to record the PSP Slim.

How do you connect the Hava unit to your PC?

In essence, you don't. You connect the HAVA unit to a router/swotch via ethernet cable or wirelessly. You can then receive the signal from your PC which you record simply by opening the Hava Player application and clicking the record button. If you connect it to a PC directly, you NEED a "crossover cable" instead of an ethernet cable.

Why can't I get a wireless connection on my Hava unit?

For your Hava to send out a wireless connection, you have to set the hava up on a wireless connection (Using the install disk). Tedious, yes. But it's not THAT difficult.

How good is the recording quality?

The quality is actually quite super-b. I've never seen such good quality from a recorder (I've used 3 capture cards before this which all gave me blurry pictures instead of non-anti aliased ones). It's meant as a DVR to watch TV programs streamed... So it's pretty decent.

Do I have to use the software the Hava comes with or can I use programs like Virtual Dub?

After testing it, programs like Virtual Dub do not work anymore.

Do I specifically need the Hava Wireless HD? Or can I use other Hava units?

You can use any Hava unit except for "Hava Gold" as stated in the video. I just prefer the Wireless HD unit over the rest due to it's non-mini jack design like the others have which would require finding a component coupler instead of a 2nd component cable.

What kind of a cable do you need to buy if I purchased the Hava Titanium or Platinum? I noticed that the component will not plug into the back of it. Where do you find the special cable that you need to purchase?

If you bought the Hava Platinum or Titanium you theoretically don't need to buy any cables. It comes with 2 component cables; however, if you bought you want to presumably hook it up to a console (like I think you do), you will need 2 cables. One would be the appropriate HD cable for your console, and the other would be a component extension cable or a component coupler. The latter will probably be more viable. Basically all a coupler is, is a small female double ended "cable" that is pretty self explanatory. You will also need 1 RCA coupler/audio coupler to hook the audio in if your component coupler doesn't support audio.

How "efficient" does the HAVA record? How much space am I approximately using when recording with the HAVA?

The HAVA by default records with at a D1 resolution using MPG2 compression; however, if you know what you are doing you can change the resolution and compression. I will not explain how to do this, so don't ask (It could brick your HAVA if you are not careful). Approximately, you use 50 megabytes of space per minute of recording. This value varies on what you are recording.

What do you use to edit your videos?
Sony Vegas 9.0 -- It's the most advanced, yet the best, windows editting software. There is a high learning curve to use it.

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No.

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[ClassicalSquaresoft]

Recording in HD requires massive amount of bandwidth and time to render and do the whole works. 5 videos take like all day with a slow computer.

[RoganSarine]

@ClassicalSquaresoft ...With a computer in the last like 2 years, it's about a 1:3 ratio of time-to-render. It's not THAT high anymore, relatively speaking.

[namdude0373]

Ok, i have a Hauppauge HD PVR, but i want to record in HD and play on my tube tv (480i) so i can do HD streams or record CoD 4 or anything other than black ops. Is there a way to do that other than buying a 50 dollar adaptor to doen scale it? (im on ps3 btw)

[RoganSarine]

@namdude0373 Unfortunately not. You need to send an HD signal through the device, which can't be accepted by your TV. So, you'll need an adapter to re-scale it afterwards.

[SteezyEteezy]

for like 20 bucks more id might as well buy an hd pvr

[RoganSarine]

@SteezyEteezy Yes, you probably should if it fits your needs. I have a video on the HD PVR - both of these capture cards have different uses. Granted, it's more like a $100 difference. $99 for platinum vs. $200 for HDPVR.

[MowingFaces2000]

Ummmm what

[namdude0373]

@RoganSarine It stinks that i dont have a HDTV lol :D I found a componet to VGA cable, which ill just use on a old PC monitor which is not in use right now.

[4568marc]

go and fuck

[SteezyEteezy]

@RoganSarine ohh i looked on amazon that's why, i saw this for like 150..