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The HDML-Cloner Box Evolve is a cutting-edge standalone video capture device that allows you to record Full HD 1080p HDMI videos from various sources without the need for a PC. With dual HDMI inputs, scheduled recording capabilities, and H.264 hardware encoding, it’s perfect for gamers and content creators looking to save their best moments directly to USB or MicroSD. Compact and user-friendly, this device is your gateway to effortless video capturing.
Brand Name | ClonerAlliance |
Item Weight | 3.5 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 5.12 x 3.35 x 0.63 inches |
Item model number | CA-1180E |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color Name | ClonerAlliance Box Evolve |
Special Features | Dual HDMI in, Scheduled Recording |
H**R
It works, it's great, best option at this time. Make certain blue light/1080 button is on, works with 500gb ssd
I have been looking for a way to copy videos that I was watching or streaming from my Roku. Like a lot of people, I would love the option of watching a movie or show and saving it for another time to view on a different TV.So, prior to this device, my options were limited. I could pay a ridiculous amount for Spectrum/Charter multiple room TV. That requires renting multiple boxes and paying a monthly rate for each box and the recording option.I could go to another system like DIRECTV, but again, box rentals, recording costs and restrictions of use if I go to another location. And, not even TIVO allows recording for taking the video to a separate location. You must have a TIVO system and it only works in the house where it is set up.Every video forum bemoans the encryption that exists in the transmitted single. The removal of the HDCP encryption appears to be possible with some splitters, but the removal appears to be random. Some report it works, others claim the new splitters do not remove the encryption.So, I decided to try this device. Purchased and simply put it between my ROKU and my TV. Set up was easy.A few points that are not apparent. On initial install, I put the HDMI out in output 1, assuming that was the one to use on setup. After about 15 minutes of frustration, and trying all the fixes that have been previously noted, I tried HDMI 2 and that worked.I did get on “chat” with Cloner and they said that the HDMI output may not be set to video 1 on setup. So, if you have troubles, try the other output.The second finding is that when recording, you only get a standard computer-generated recording name. If you want to call it by the actual show, that must be renamed in a computer.But, after setup, and putting in a NTSF formatted USB, it recorded and played the video in perfect resolution.It’s not perfect. I would love to be able to call the recording by a specific name. I would love to be able to stream the recorded video on my Wi-Fi, and it would be nice if it had the ROKU built into it, but for the price and what is out there, it is great.I give it, for the moment five stars. There may be something else on the way. But, if you want to record whatever streaming video you are watching, in 1080p, put it on a USB stick, and then plug it into any ROKU, computer, or other device, this works.Update 1:I have recently found there is one issue that appears not to be reported. The output on the Evolve box shows up on my TV as a 720 output. This is the output from the Roku player which goes to the input, to the Evolve box, and then to the TV.When the Roku is hooked directly to the TV, it shows 1080 outputThe solution was to buy and HDMI splitter. I split the signal and put one to the Roku, one to the Evolve.The Roku output goes to HDMI 1. The Evolve output goes to HDMI 2. I do use a splitter that has USB 2.0 and HDMI 2.2x specificationsUpdate:The people from Cloner did get in touch and explained to me that there is a button on the front. When the green light is on, it is 720, hit the button and the blue light allows a 1080 output. It must be hidden somewhere in the manual, but I never saw it.I do give the support team five stars for help. They responded in email within 24 hours after each response. They are in China, so there is a time delay. But, very helpful and were willing to pursue any issues.At this time, no problems. I'm using an SSD with 500GB storage, formatted to NTFS. Cloner noted that FAT32 may be better for most people, but the limited max storage per file makes NTFS the best option in my opinion.
M**O
Great product, a bit spendy, but exactly what I needed.
What a cool device. I wanted a means to record whatever is showing up on my TV or computer. In the old days a form of this was called WYSIWYG (pronounced "Wiss ee wig"), the short way of saying "what you see is what you get." With this device it is "what you see on your HDMI monitor or TV is what you can record."How this works: basically this "box" or device is "intercepting whatever medium is transmitting your signal, recording it on to your medium of choice (USB stick, microSD card, external hard drive), and at the same time sends the signal to your monitor or TV for viewing It is that simple. This works the same way as a TIVO or old style VCR records programs or whatever is on your screen.I test recorded a broadcast TV show, playback was perfect.I test recorded an HD YouTube video playing on my PC. Playback was perfect.I test recorded streamed video (from a premium subscription I have), playback was perfect.I test recorded my playing a PC game, playback was perfect.Installation is Lego easy. I didn't even read the directions. I connected the included (short) HDMI cable, one end to the HDMI port on my 32" computer monitor, the other end to this devices "output" port. I connected my HDMI cable into the notebook computer's HDMI port, the other end into the Evolve's "input" port.I then connected the included power cable. Lastly I attached into the Evolve's USB port my USB card reader that contained a 500 GB microSD card (that's the same type card that installs on your cell phone). I also have one and two terabyte 2.5" hard drives, but for initial testing I used the microSD card.I put two AAA batteries into the remote. (Batteries are NOT included with this device.)Again, without reading the instructions I turned the Evolve on, played a YouTube video over the Net, pressed "record" on the remote . . . , and stopped recording after a minute. Removed the USB chip reader, plugged it into the computer, bam boom pow my video player app played the recording perfectly (recordings are in MP4 format). Resolution was clear, sharp, and detailed.Note: I recorded a 47 minute show. The file size was about 2.5 GB, keep that in mind when deciding what size medium/memory you will be using with this device.My testing and review is limited to the features mentioned above. This device also has an earphone and microphone ports. I don't know what those are all about. Probably a means to produce, for example, how-to videos that have your voice dubbed in.I didn't know anything about these kinds of devices when shopping for one. There's not really much to know if all you want to do is "intercept" an audio/video signal going to your TV or monitor so you can record what you are seeing on your monitor/TV screen.Note: Both A/V signals travel through a computer or TV's HDMI cable. ("HDMI" is an acronym for "High Definition Multi-media Interface); HDMI has eliminated having to use legacy (aka outdated) three-wire connections (red & white wires for stereo sound, and a yellow wire for video transmission). HDMI has also dispensed the need for "component cables" to get a high definition transmission.Bottom Line: I'm very pleased with this device.P.S. Also included in the box is a special cable that on one end has those old style legacy connectors (red and white plugs for sound, and a yellow plug for video). That connector allows you to send just about any audio/video signal from vintage electronics to this device so the signal can be recorded. E.g., have an old video tape of grandpa, who has since passed. You can connect the old VCR to this device and create a digital recording.
R**D
Good Video, Poor Audio
This had good video quality for what I wanted to use it for, which was recording old video games. The video capture worked after a few adjustments to my PC but I could not get it to capture any audio. I finally tried a male-to-male audio cable and did get it to record some game sound but it had a lot of echos in the recorded audio, making the audio totally useless. Add to that the fact that all the remote would do was turn the unit off and on, I could not get it to record using the remote, made me decide to return the unit. It might have been my set up, and a firmware upgrade might have fixed it, but after several hours of struggling with the audio problems I decided to send it back to Amazon. It just shouldn't be this hard.
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