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How to setup HAVA Wireless HD (Shown):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7t0Y96if40c
Thanks Wepeeler
How to setup HAVA Platinum HD (Not the WIRELESS as shown in the video): http://goodblimey.com/archives/2008/02/06/how-to-record-xbox-360-gameplay-videos/
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!
Here's the 1080P playing and SD recording link that I talk about at the end of the video:
http://www.clans2n.com/pics/setup1.jpg
Video of the HAVA recording quality at default setting: http://goodblimey.com/videos/burnout.mpg
http://www.clans2n.com/pics/screencap.png
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 your local area network 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.
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 VERY good.
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 (which would allows you to bypass the software limitations of the HAVA). The only wy you could get 3rd party programs to work with Hava is if you get an old model with older pre-installed firmware.
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.
Are you affiliated with Monsoon Multimedia?
No.
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