Switching Monitors: Elgato Hd Setup Guide

If you're looking to switch to a different monitor with an Elgato, there are a few things you'll need to do. Firstly, make sure you have the correct cables and inputs. The Elgato will need to be connected to your PC or laptop via a USB 3.x port, and you'll also need an HDMI cable to connect the Elgato to your monitor. Additionally, if you're using a Nintendo Switch, you'll need to connect it to the Nintendo Switch Dock, as the Switch itself does not have a video output port. Once you have the correct cables and inputs, you can follow the steps outlined in the Elgato guide to set up your device with your desired monitor. If you're switching between multiple PCs and monitors, you can also use the ControlMyMonitor app to easily switch between different displays with the press of a button.

Connect Nintendo Switch Dock to Elgato Game Capture HD60 S

To connect your Nintendo Switch Dock to your Elgato Game Capture HD60 S, you will need the following items:

• Nintendo Switch
• Nintendo Switch Dock with attached power adapter and HDMI cable
• Desktop PC with the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S attached to a USB 3.x port
• 2 HDMI cables, one of which is provided with the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S

Please note that you cannot connect the Nintendo Switch directly to the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S, as the Nintendo Switch does not have a video output port.

• Plug one end of an HDMI Cable into the HDMI OUT port of the Nintendo Switch Dock.
• Plug the other end of this cable into the HDMI IN port of the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S.
• Plug one end of the second HDMI Cable into the HDMI OUT port of the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S.
• Plug the other end of this cable into an HDMI IN port of your TV/Monitor.
• Insert the Nintendo Switch into the Nintendo Switch Dock.
• Ensure your Elgato Game Capture HD60 S is connected to your computer via USB, and start the Elgato Game Capture HD software.

If your TV only supports 720p, you may not get a video image when the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S is first connected. In this case, set your Nintendo Switch to output video to 720p.

If you are experiencing issues with audio, ensure that you are not attaching headphones or a headset to the Nintendo Switch while it is in the Nintendo Switch Dock. This is due to how the Nintendo Switch is designed, and audio will not reach your Elgato Game Capture HD60 S or the passthrough TV or display.

Connect Elgato Game Capture HD60 S to TV/Monitor

To connect your Elgato Game Capture HD60 S to a TV or monitor, you will need the following:

• A desktop PC with the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S attached to a USB 3.x port
• 2 HDMI cables, one of which is provided with the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S
• A TV or monitor

Once you have these items, follow these steps:

• Plug one end of an HDMI cable into the HDMI OUT port of your desktop PC's graphics card.
• Plug the other end of this cable into the HDMI IN port of the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S.
• Plug one end of the second HDMI cable into the HDMI OUT port of the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S.
• Plug the other end of this second cable into the HDMI IN port of your TV or monitor.

Note that the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S has a maximum resolution of 1080p and a maximum frame rate of 60 fps. Therefore, the HDMI output of your PC will need to be set to these values, as higher resolutions or frame rates are not supported.

If you are connecting the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S to a PlayStation 4, you will need to disable HDCP. First, connect your PlayStation 4 directly to your TV or monitor via HDMI, without using the Elgato device. Then, go to Settings > System and turn off Enable HDCP. After that, you can connect your PlayStation 4 to the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S using the steps outlined above.

Connect Elgato Game Capture HD60 S to your computer

To connect the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S to your computer, you will need the following items:

• A desktop PC with the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S attached to a USB 3.x port
• 2 HDMI cables, one of which should be provided with the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S
• A TV or monitor

Once you have these items, follow these steps:

Plug one end of an HDMI cable into the HDMI OUT port of your desktop PC's graphics card. Then, plug the other end of this cable into the HDMI IN port of the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S.

Next, take your second HDMI cable and plug one end into the HDMI OUT port of the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S. Plug the other end of this cable into an HDMI IN port on your TV or monitor.

Note that the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S has a maximum resolution of 1080p and a maximum frame rate of 60 fps. Therefore, you will need to set the HDMI output of your PC to these values, as higher resolutions or frame rates are not supported.

If you are connecting the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S to a PlayStation 4, you will need to disable HDCP. To do this, connect your PlayStation 4 directly to your TV or display via HDMI, without using the Elgato device. Then, go to Settings > System and turn off Enable HDCP. After that, you can connect your PlayStation 4 to the Elgato Game Capture HD60 S.

The Elgato Game Capture HD60 S can also be used with other consoles, such as the Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Wii U, as well as with a wide variety of digital video sources, including HDMI and analog audio sources.

Open Elgato Game Capture HD software

To set up the Elgato Game Capture HD software, you will need a Nintendo Switch, a Nintendo Switch Dock with a power adapter and HDMI cable, a desktop PC with a USB 2.x port, and an HDMI cable (provided with the Elgato Game Capture HD).

Firstly, plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI OUT port of the Nintendo Switch Dock. Then, plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI IN port of the Elgato Game Capture HD. Next, plug one end of the second HDMI cable into the HDMI OUT port of the Elgato Game Capture HD, and plug the other end into an HDMI IN port of your TV or monitor. Insert the Nintendo Switch into the Nintendo Switch Dock, and connect the Elgato Game Capture HD to your computer via USB.

Now, you can start the Elgato Game Capture HD software. If your TV only supports 720p, you may need to set your Nintendo Switch to output video to 720p to see the video image. Additionally, if you attach headphones or a headset to the Nintendo Switch while it is docked, audio will not pass through to the HDMI output. To capture game sound, you will need to remove your headphones or headset.

Troubleshooting—No Audio

If you're experiencing issues with audio when using the Elgato Game Capture HD, there are several troubleshooting steps you can try.

First, ensure that your game console is set to output audio via the cables you are using. Different consoles have different settings, so make sure you select the right audio output option for Elgato Game Capture HD. For example, when using a PlayStation 3 (PS3) with Elgato Game Capture HD, set the Audio Output settings to "Audio Input Connector / SCART / AV MULTI".

Next, check your connections. If you're using Component, Composite, or S-Video connections, ensure that you've attached the red and white Analog Audio cables to your video source and the A/V Adapter Cable connected to Elgato Game Capture HD.

Another common issue is that the Elgato Game Capture HD software may be muted. The software has a Mute button at the bottom right corner of the Capture section. If Mute is selected, no audio will come out of your computer, but audio will still play on your passthrough TV. To fix this, simply unmute the software if you want audio on both your TV and computer simultaneously.

Additionally, check the Game Audio section of the Elgato Game Capture HD software to ensure that the audio level is set correctly and is not muted.

If you're using an HDMI video connection with Analog Audio cables, make sure the "Analog Audio" setting is enabled. This is especially important if you're using an Xbox 360 with an HDMI cable and red and white Analog Audio cables.

Also, verify the volume settings on both your computer and TV. Ensure that the volume levels are set correctly and that neither device is muted.

Furthermore, ensure that you're using an HDMI cable with your TV or display, not an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable. DVI connections are video-only, so audio will not be transmitted.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, try resetting your Elgato Gaming hardware. Unplug the device from your Mac or PC and the video source, wait a minute, and then reconnect everything. If this doesn't work, try resetting the Elgato Game Capture HD software by quitting and relaunching it.

Finally, ensure that your computer meets the system requirements for Elgato Game Capture HD software and that you have the latest version of the software installed. If not, update or reinstall the software as needed.

If you've tried all these steps and are still experiencing audio issues, contact Elgato Technical Support for further assistance.

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