Elgato Game Capture HD60 User Manual

Elgato Game Capture HD60 Manual
Introduction
You constantly push the limits, and so should the gaming gear that powers you. With superior
H.264 hardware encoding, Elgato Game Capture HD60 raises the bar to a whole new level.
Easily capture stunning 1080p with 60 fps, and enjoy incredibly smooth footage in easily
manageable files. The next generation of gameplay sharing has finally arrived, and it's the perfect
match for your Xbox One or PlayStation 4.
When you're in the zone, you shouldn't have to worry about your capture. With Flashback
Recording, Elgato Game Capture HD60 has your back - simply slide back in time on your PC
or Mac and hit the record button retroactively.
The lag-free passthrough to your TV will let you focus on your game, until you're ready to
marvel at your feats. Re-living greatness has never been this easy.
Nothing beats sharing your journey right when it happens. The built-in Live Streaming feature
gets you up and running on Twitch, YouTube or Ustream in a snap, but it doesn't stop there.
Now, puts you in charge: easily add your webcam and overlays, and change your stream layout
on-the-fly with scenes. Add your voice with the built-in Live Commentary feature, and you're all
set for the big show.
You've achieved epicness, and with Elgato Game Capture HD60, there is no limit to what
you'll be able to do next. Seamlessly capture hours of your best moments in unmatched quality
and access them directly right where you need them - you'll be instantly ready to create history.
You don't even have to choose between live streaming and high quality capture. No matter what
resolution you stream, you can simultaneously capture full resolution 1080p, with separate tracks
of all of your stream elements. Now, your stream archive is only the beginning.
System Requirements
PC and Mac System Requirements

Elgato Game Capture HD60 Specifications

General

Interface	USB 2.0
Input	HDMI
Bitrate	Up to 40 Mbps
Output	HDMI
Supported Resolutions	1080p60, 1080p30, 720p60, 720p30, 576p, 576i, 480p
Dimensions	112 mm x 75 mm x 19 mm
Weight	3.7 oz (106 g)
System Requirements	Windows 10 (64-bit)

Summary

Inputs and Outputs

HDMI In

Connects to game consoles or other video sources via HDMI.

Analog Audio In

Connects to an analog audio source using a 3.5mm cable.

USB Out

Sends H.264 encoded video to your computer via USB 2.0.

HDMI Out

Sends the HDMI signal in real time to a TV or display.

Capabilities

60fps Capture

Captures gameplay at 1080p resolution and 60 frames per second.

USB Setup

HDMI Setup

PlayStation 4 Setup

PlayStation 4 (PS4) Setup

Detailed setup instructions for connecting to a PlayStation 4.

Xbox 360 Setup

Xbox One Setup

Wii U And Other Consoles Setup

Wii U Setup

Instructions for setting up the device with a Wii U console.

Other Game Console Support

Capture Section

Video Capture

Overview of the video capture functionality in the software.

Flashback Recording

Explains the feature allowing retroactive recording.

Live Streaming

Stream Command (with Elgato Game Capture HD 2.0 software)

Using Stream Command for directing live performances.

Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) Streaming

RTMP Streaming

Twitch Streaming

Instructions for live streaming to Twitch.

Ustream Streaming

YouTube Streaming

Instructions for live streaming to YouTube.

Xsplit Streaming

Adjusting the XSplit Audio Delay

Live Commentary

Live Commentary

Guidance on using the live commentary feature.

Separate Audio Tracks

Headsets

Gaming Headsets

PS4 Game and Chat Audio Setup

Configuration guide for game and chat audio on PS4.

Xbox One Game and Chat Audio Setup

Configuration guide for game and chat audio on Xbox One.

Troubleshooting - Video

Video appears on the passthrough TV, but not in the software

Solves issues where video is on TV but not in software.

Video appears in the software, but not on the passthrough TV

Solves issues where video is in software but not on TV.

No video plays at all

Troubleshoots cases where no video is displayed.

Troubleshooting - Audio

Audio plays in the software, but not on the passthrough TV

Solves audio issues: present in software, absent on TV.

Audio plays on the passthrough TV, but not in the software

Solves audio issues: present on TV, absent in software.

No audio plays at all

Troubleshoots cases where no audio is heard.

Troubleshooting - Status Messages

Status Message: No capture devices found

Resolves the 'No capture devices found' status message.

Troubleshooting - Other

Improving General Performance

Lights On Elgato Game Capture HD60 And Their Meaning

Uninstall Elgato Game Capture HD Software

Installation Error - "Object Already Exists"

Installation Error - "Install directory must be on a local hard drive"

Error Code 43

Information and solutions for Error Code 43.

Xfinity (Comcast) Constant Guard may block software from launching