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Affordable Video Capture
One of the common uses of the RetroTINK-5X Pro is being part of a retro video game capture solution to stream or record. The conversion to HDMI, combined with the Triple Buffering (a method to make the console's output more compatible with TV's and capture devices) make the RetroTINK-5X Pro a helpful tool in a retro capture setup.
Most modern Avermedia, Magewell and Datapath capture products have shown high compatibility with RetroTINK-5X Pro's video output, but come at a higher cost that might be too expensive for some users.
Elgato products are not recommended as they have low compatibility with the video signals produced by the RetroTINK-5X Pro.
Thankfully there is an affordable, compatible capture device that has been vetted by the RetroTINK community.
$20 Capture Device: "MS2130"
Featuring 1080p/60hz capture, YUY2 compression, and high compatibility with the RetroTINK-5X, the MS2130 devices are an exceptional for the price, and can often be found around $20 or cheaper.
MS2130 capture devices are not currently being manufactured by any "first party" manufacturers, but are found in a variety of generic devices. Because of this, it is important to distinguish them from their similar-looking predecessors that use the less powerful MS2109 chip.
((Table showing MS2109 vs MS2130))
MS2130's have been shown up in a "gumpack" form factor as well, that sometimes offer a USB-C/USB-A swappable plug.
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MS2130 devices will always be USB 3.0 or higher, and be functional with 1080p/60hz and YUY2 compression. Search terms that will distinguish a MS2130 over a MS2109 may include "1080p\60hz", "USB3", and "MS2130".
4K
Often the advertisement copy will have 4k input as a feature, and while 4k video input is supported, the device cannot capture video at 4k resolutions, (the video input will be downsampled).
Where To Buy:
Links last verified July 4th, 2023:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/204139782411
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C5CX3MGF
Configuration
MS2130 Settings: Resolution: 1920x1080 FPS: 60 Video Format: YUY2 Color Space: Rec. 601 Color Range: Full Buffering: Enable Use Custom Audio Device: Digital Audio Interface (Hagbis)