Hello, I'm looking for a Firewire or USB2 analog-->digital video converter for my Mac (MDD). Preferably something that has hardware mpeg-1 & mpeg-2 compression, because I'd rather compress on-the-fly than do it later in software (unless there's a good reason to first convert to DV and then compress later in software?). I've done some research and am hoping to get some real-world feedback, because I'm really not sure which way to go. My main use for the converter will be to digitize Hi-8 tapes, and some old VHS I have lying around.
Is there a benefit for Firewire over USB2? I have a USB2 PCI card installed, which I think is now supported natively in Mac OS X (no third party drivers necessary).
Here's what I've been looking at:
1 - Plextor ConvertX (USB2, does hardware mpeg1 -2 -4, also has TV tuner)
2 - Canopus ADVC50 (PCI, only imports to DV)
3 - Canopus ADVC55 (Firewire, only imports to DV, no locked audio/video)
4 - Canopus ADVC110 (Firewire, only imports to DV)
5 - Miglia EvolutionTV (USB2, does hardware mpeg2 -4 and DivX, also has TV tuner)
6 - Miglia Director's Cut 2 (Firewire, only imports to DV)
7 - Miglia AlchemyTV DVR (PCI, imports using any Quicktime-supported codec, also has TV tuner)
8 - Formac Studio TVR (Firewire, only imports to DV, also has TV tuner)
Are there any others worth looking at? Thanks for any and all feedback.
The USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter connects the following devices to a display that uses an HDMI cable:
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This adapter also connects your Mac or iPad Pro to USB-A devices, and it includes a USB-C port for charging your Mac notebook or iPad Pro. All three ports can be used simultaneously.
- An analog-to-digital audio converter changes analog signals that pass through it into digital format. AD converters are used in digital audio systems and with sound recording equipment. Before choosing AD or digital format converters, note the type of digital or analog equipment you’re using and check for compatibility.
- Transferring Analog Audio To Digital Formats Or Devices Digital audio has been a blessing. It’s hard to beat the convenience of compact and easily transportable digital players, storage media which will never break, warp or scratch, and the elimination of the telltale noise, hiss and pops that analog recordings deliver over time.
Video
HDMI
Use the HDMI port of this adapter with a display, TV, or projector that connects using an HDMI cable. It's HDCP compliant and supports the specifications below, depending on the model of the adapter.
The model number is printed on the retail box and the side of the adapter, near the ports.
Model A2119 is the newest model of this adapter. It supports HDMI 2.0 at these resolutions and refresh rates when used with macOS Mojave 10.14.6 or later or iOS 12.4 or later. It also supports HDR video in HDR10 and Dolby Vision formats when connected to a compatible playback device and display, TV, or projector.
Analog To Digital Formula
- Up to 1080p at 60Hz
- 3840 x 2160 at 30Hz
- 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz with these devices:
- 16-inch MacBook Pro introduced in 2019
- 15-inch MacBook Pro introduced in 2017 or later
- 13-inch MacBook Pro with four Thunderbolt 3 ports introduced in 2020
- MacBook Air introduced in 2020
- Retina iMac introduced in 2017 or later
- iMac Pro
- iPad Pro
Model A1621 supports HDMI 1.4b at these resolutions and refresh rates when used with macOS Sierra 10.12 or later or iOS 12 or later:
- Up to 1080p at 60Hz
- 3840 x 2160 at 30Hz
After connecting your display, TV, or projector, video from your Mac or iPad Pro should appear within 10 seconds.
Data transfer and charging other devices
USB-A
Analog To Digital Converter For Mac
Use the USB-A port of this adapter with flash drives, cameras, and other devices that connect to USB-A for data transfer or charging. It supports USB 3ve plugged all cables into the adapter before plugging the adapter into your Mac or iPad Pro.
Learn about using 4K displays, 5K displays, and Ultra HD TVs with your Mac.
These devices aren't compatible with this adapter:
Analog Digital Watch
- G-Technology G-DRIVE mobile USB 3.0 Hard Drive (Apple part number HF4F2VC/A)
- Apple USB SuperDrive model manufactured before Fall 2010