Magewell Eco Capture Series
- Overview
- Eco Capture AIO M.2
- Eco Capture Dual HDMI M.2
- Eco Capture Dual SDI M.2
- Eco Capture Quad SDI M.2
- Eco Capture HDMI 4K M.2
- Eco Capture HDMI 4K Plus M.2
- Eco Capture 12G SDI 4K Plus M.2

Small Size, Low Power Consumption and Low Latency
Eco Capture M.2 cards offer systems integrators and OEM developers high-performance video capture solutions with low power consumption in a very compact form factor. The cards measure only 22x80mm (0.87x3.15in), making them perfect for use in small or portable systems where full-sized PCIe slots are not available.

Superb OS and API Compatibility
M.2 Eco Capture models are available with drivers for Windows and Linux operating systems, and support x86, x64 & ARM architectures. The devices support OS-native capture APIs, while our SDK provides custom Magewell APIs that enable developers to achieve lower-latency capture and synchronize channels across multi-channel or even multiple capture cards.

Flexible Input Interfaces
Eco Capture cards can capture up to four HD signals or one 4Kp60 signal, supporting HDMI, 3G-SDI, quad-link 3G-SDI and single-link 12G-SDI input. All models support up to eight channels of embedded audio per input.
Lower CPU Usage
FPGA-based video processing provides high-quality up/down/cross-scaling, picture controls and color space conversion without tasking the host system CPU.
The Magewell Eco Capture AIO M.2 is a compact M.2 2280 PCIe capture card designed for OEMs, embedded systems, and small-form-factor computers. It supports both HDMI and SDI inputs (one input at a time) in a single card, making it the M.2 equivalent of an all-in-one capture device.
Interface

General Information
- Product: Magewell Eco Capture AIO M.2
- SKU: 116000000
- Form Factor: M.2 2280 Type M (22 × 80 mm)
- Host Interface: PCIe Gen2 ×2 (M.2 Type M)
- Capture Channels: 1 video input (HDMI or SDI) with embedded audio support.
Video Inputs
The card supports one input at a time:
- 1 × HDMI 1.4a (via included FPC ribbon cable and HDMI adapter)
- 1 × SD/HD/3G/2K-SDI (via included MMCX-to-BNC cable)
Maximum Input Resolution
- 2048 × 1080 @ 60 fps
- Supports:
- HDMI 1.4a
- SD-SDI
- HD-SDI
- 3G-SDI (Level A, Level B-DL, Level B-DS).
Audio Support
HDMI
- Up to 8-channel embedded audio
- 24-bit
- 192 kHz
SDI
- Up to 8-channel embedded audio
- 48 kHz
Embedded audio is captured together with the video stream.
Video Processing Features
Built-in FPGA processing provides:
- Automatic input signal detection
- Color space conversion
- Video scaling
- Deinterlacing
- Frame rate conversion
- Low-latency capture
- Multiple replicated capture streams
- Closed Caption support (via Magewell SDK).
Capture Performance
- Maximum capture resolution: 2048 × 1080
- Supports frame rates up to 250 fps at lower resolutions (actual frame rate depends on PCIe bandwidth and selected resolution)
- Typical capture formats include:
- 2048 × 1080p60
- 1920 × 1080p60/75
- 1280 × 720p120
- SD video formats.
Operating System Support
- Windows 10 / 11
- Windows Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022 / 2025
- Linux (x86, x64, and ARM)
Supported APIs include:
- DirectShow
- DirectKS
- WASAPI / DirectSound
- V4L2
- ALSA
- Magewell SDK.
Compatible Software
Compatible with applications such as:
- OBS Studio
- vMix
- VLC
- XSplit
- Wirecast
- VirtualDub
- Capture Express
- Magewell Bridge for NDI
- Adobe Premiere Pro (via Magewell plug-in)
- Other DirectShow and V4L2 compatible software.
Power Consumption
- Maximum power consumption: Approximately 2.94 W
- Powered directly through the M.2 slot.
Included Accessories
- FPC ribbon cable
- FPC-to-HDMI adapter
- MMCX-to-BNC cable for SDI input.
Typical Applications
- Embedded vision systems
- Small-form-factor PCs
- Industrial video capture
- Medical imaging
- Live streaming
- Broadcast ingest
- OEM and system integration
- Portable production systems.
The Magewell Eco Capture Dual HDMI M.2 is a professional dual-channel M.2 PCIe capture card designed for OEM systems, embedded computers, and compact PCs. It can capture two independent HDMI video sources simultaneously, making it suitable for multi-camera streaming, lecture capture, medical imaging, and AV integration.
Interface

General Information
- Product: Magewell Eco Capture Dual HDMI M.2
- Part Numbers:
- 11510 – JST SHD connector version
- 11514 – FPC connector version
- Form Factor: M.2 2280 Type M
- Host Interface: PCIe Gen2 ×4
- Capture Channels: 2 independent HDMI channels
Video Inputs
- 2 × HDMI inputs
- Supports HDMI 1.4a / DVI 1.0 signals
- Maximum input resolution per channel:
- 2048 × 2160 pixels
- Supports two simultaneous video inputs with independent capture streams.
Audio Support
- HDMI embedded audio
- Up to 8-channel, 24-bit, 192 kHz HDMI audio input per channel
- Audio captured together with the corresponding video stream.
Video Processing Features
Built-in hardware processing includes:
- Automatic input signal detection
- Color space conversion
- Low-latency capture
- Multiple replicated capture streams
- Custom EDID support
- Hardware timestamping for audio/video synchronization
- Hardware clock synchronization across multiple cards (via SDK).
Performance
- Two independent HDMI capture channels
- Input resolution up to 2048 × 2160
- DMA bandwidth:
- Approximately 700 MB/s per channel on PCIe Gen2 systems
- Supports GPU Direct technologies on compatible NVIDIA and AMD hardware.
Operating System Support
- Windows 10/11
- Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025
- Linux (x86, x64, ARM)
Supported APIs:
- DirectShow
- DirectKS
- WASAPI / DirectSound
- V4L2
- ALSA
- Magewell Capture SDK.
Compatible Software
Compatible with applications including:
- OBS Studio
- vMix
- VLC Media Player
- Wirecast
- XSplit
- VidBlaster
- VirtualDub
- Magewell Bridge for NDI
- Capture Express
- Other DirectShow and V4L2 compatible applications.
Key Features
- Dual independent HDMI capture channels
- Compact M.2 2280 form factor
- Low-latency FPGA-based processing
- Unlimited replicated capture streams per input
- Hardware-based A/V synchronization
- Upgradable firmware
- Designed for OEM, embedded, and industrial applications.
Typical Applications
- Multi-camera live streaming
- Lecture capture
- Video conferencing
- Broadcast ingest
- Medical imaging
- Machine vision
- Industrial automation
- Embedded and OEM video systems.
The Magewell Eco Capture Dual SDI M.2 is a professional dual-channel M.2 PCIe capture card designed for embedded systems, OEM devices, and compact PCs. It captures two independent SDI video sources simultaneously with low latency and hardware-based video processing.
Interface

General Information
- Product: Magewell Eco Capture Dual SDI M.2
- Form Factor: M.2 2280 Type M (22 × 80 mm)
- Host Interface: PCIe Gen2 ×2
- Capture Channels: 2 independent SDI channels
- Input Connectors: 2 × MMCX (MMCX-to-BNC cables included)
Video Inputs
- 2 × SDI inputs
- Supports:
- SD-SDI
- HD-SDI
- 3G-SDI
- 2K-SDI
Maximum input resolution (per channel):
- Up to 2048 × 1080
Both SDI channels can be captured simultaneously and independently.
SDI Features
- Integrated SDI cable equalizer
- Maximum cable distance:
- 330 m (SD-SDI)
- 190 m (HD-SDI)
- 150 m (3G-SDI)
- Supports:
- 3G-SDI Level A
- 3G-SDI Level B
- Dual-Link (DL)
- Dual-Stream (DS)
- Supports RGB 4:4:4 and YCbCr 4:4:4 / 4:2:2
- Supports 10-bit and 12-bit color depth
- SMPTE 352 payload ID extraction.
Audio Support
- Embedded SDI audio
- Up to 8 audio channels per SDI input (via SDK)
- Audio captured together with the corresponding video stream.
Video Processing
Hardware FPGA processing includes:
- Automatic input format detection
- Color space conversion
- Video scaling
- Deinterlacing
- Frame rate conversion
- Low-latency capture
- Unlimited replicated capture streams per input
- Hardware timestamping for accurate audio/video synchronization
- Cross-card hardware clock synchronization (via Magewell SDK).
Performance
- Capture resolution up to 2048 × 1080
- Frame rates up to 120 fps (depending on resolution)
- DMA bandwidth:
- ~400 MB/s per channel on PCIe Gen2
- ~200 MB/s per channel on PCIe Gen1
- Supports NVIDIA GPUDirect and AMD DirectGMA on compatible systems.
Operating System Support
Windows
- Windows 10 / 11
- Windows Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022 / 2025
Linux
- x86
- x64
- ARM (kernel 2.6.35 or later)
Supported APIs
- DirectShow
- DirectKS
- WASAPI / DirectSound
- V4L2
- ALSA
- Magewell Capture SDK.
Compatible Software
Compatible with applications such as:
- OBS Studio
- vMix
- VLC Media Player
- Wirecast
- XSplit
- VidBlaster
- VirtualDub
- Microsoft Media Encoder
- Adobe Flash Media Encoder
- Any DirectShow- or V4L2-compatible application.
Power Consumption
- Maximum power consumption: Approximately 3.38 W
- Powered directly through the M.2 slot.
Included Accessories
- 2 × MMCX-to-BNC cables (32 cm).
Typical Applications
- Multi-camera broadcast production
- Live streaming
- Video conferencing
- Medical imaging
- Machine vision
- Industrial automation
- Embedded AI systems
- OEM video appliances.
The Magewell Eco Capture Quad SDI M.2 is a professional four-channel M.2 PCIe capture card designed for OEM, embedded, and compact computing platforms. It enables the simultaneous capture of four independent SDI video sources with embedded audio, making it ideal for multi-camera production, broadcast, medical imaging, and industrial applications.
Interface

General Information
- Product: Magewell Eco Capture Quad SDI M.2
- Part Number: 11540
- Form Factor: M.2 2280 Type M (22 × 80 mm)
- Host Interface: PCIe Gen2 ×4
- Capture Channels: 4 independent SDI inputs
Video Inputs
- 4 × SDI inputs (MMCX connectors)
- Supports:
- SD-SDI
- HD-SDI
- 3G-SDI
- 2K-SDI
Maximum input resolution (per channel):
- Up to 2048 × 1080
All four SDI channels can be captured simultaneously and independently.
SDI Features
- Integrated SDI cable equalizer
- Maximum cable distance:
- 330 m (SD-SDI)
- 190 m (HD-SDI)
- 150 m (3G-SDI)
- Supports:
- SD/HD/3Ga/3Gb SDI standards
- 2K (2048 × 1080) mode
- Supports:
- RGB 4:4:4
- YCbCr 4:4:4
- YCbCr 4:2:2
- Supports 10-bit and 12-bit color depth
- Supports SMPTE 352 payload identifier extraction.
Audio Support
- Embedded SDI audio
- Supports up to 8 audio channels per SDI input through the Magewell SDK
- Audio is captured together with the corresponding video stream.
Video Capture Performance
- Maximum capture resolution: 2048 × 1080 per channel
- Supports frame rates up to 120 fps (depending on resolution)
- Simultaneous capture from all four SDI inputs
- Unlimited replicated capture streams for each input (same capture format).
Video Processing Features
Built-in FPGA hardware processing includes:
- Automatic input signal detection
- Video scaling
- Deinterlacing
- Color space conversion
- Frame rate conversion
- Hardware timestamping for precise A/V synchronization
- Hardware clock synchronization across multiple Magewell cards (via SDK)
- Low-latency processing.
Operating System Support
Windows
- Windows 10 / 11
- Windows Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022 / 2025
Linux
- x86
- x64
- ARM (kernel 2.6.35 or later)
Supported APIs
- DirectShow
- DirectKS
- Wave API / DirectSound / WASAPI
- V4L2
- ALSA
- Magewell Capture SDK.
Compatible Software
Compatible with applications such as:
- OBS Studio
- vMix
- VLC Media Player
- Wirecast
- XSplit
- VidBlaster
- VirtualDub
- Microsoft Media Encoder
- Adobe Flash Media Encoder
- Other DirectShow- and V4L2-compatible applications.
Key Features
- Four independent SDI capture channels
- Compact M.2 2280 form factor
- PCIe Gen2 ×4 interface
- FPGA-based low-latency processing
- Unlimited replicated capture streams
- Hardware A/V synchronization
- Firmware upgrade support
- Designed for OEM and embedded deployments.
Power Consumption
- Maximum power consumption: Approximately 6.6 W (typical specification)
- Powered directly through the M.2 slot.
Included Accessories
- 4 × MMCX-to-BNC cables for SDI connections.
Typical Applications
- Multi-camera live production
- Broadcast ingest
- Medical imaging
- Machine vision
- Industrial automation
- Video conferencing
- Embedded AI systems
- OEM video appliances.
The Magewell Eco Capture HDMI 4K M.2 is a professional single-channel M.2 PCIe capture card designed for OEM, embedded, and compact computing platforms. It captures HDMI 1.4 video up to 4K resolution with low latency and hardware-based video processing.
Interface

General Information
- Product: Magewell Eco Capture HDMI 4K M.2
- Part Numbers:
- 11520 – JST SHD connector version
- 11524 – FPC connector version
- Form Factor: M.2 2280 Type M
- Host Interface: PCIe Gen2 ×4
- Capture Channels: 1 × HDMI input
Video Input
- 1 × HDMI 1.4 / DVI-D compatible input
- Connector options:
- JST SHD 20-pin (11520)
- FPC 20-pin (11524)
- Maximum input resolution: 4096 × 2160
- Supports custom EDID and automatic input signal detection.
HDMI Features
- HDMI 1.4 receiver (297 MHz)
- Supports:
- RGB/YUV 4:4:4 (8-bit up to 297 MHz)
- RGB/YUV 4:4:4 (10/12-bit up to 170 MHz)
- YUV 4:2:2 (12-bit)
- Extracts HDMI InfoFrames and timecode from supported DSLR cameras
- Supports Side-by-Side, Top-and-Bottom, and Frame Packing 3D formats.
Audio Support
- HDMI embedded audio
- Up to 8 channels
- 24-bit, 192 kHz
- Audio captured together with the video stream.
Capture Performance
- Maximum capture resolution: 4096 × 2160
- Maximum capture frame rate: Up to 144 fps (depending on resolution and PCIe bandwidth)
Typical supported formats include:
- 4096 × 2160p60
- 3840 × 2160p60
- 1920 × 1080p144
- 1920 × 1080p60
- Standard HD and SD formats.
Video Processing Features
Built-in FPGA processing includes:
- Video scaling
- Deinterlacing
- Frame rate conversion
- Color space conversion
- Automatic or manual color range selection
- Multiple simultaneous replicated capture streams
- Hardware timestamps for audio/video synchronization
- Hardware clock synchronization across multiple Magewell cards (via SDK).
Operating System Support
Windows
- Windows 10 / 11
- Windows Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022 / 2025
Linux
- x86
- x64
- ARM (kernel 2.6.35 or later)
Supported APIs:
- DirectShow
- DirectKS
- WASAPI / DirectSound
- V4L2
- ALSA
- Magewell Capture SDK.
Compatible Software
Compatible with:
- OBS Studio
- vMix
- VLC Media Player
- Wirecast
- XSplit
- VidBlaster
- VirtualDub
- Microsoft Media Encoder
- Any DirectShow- or V4L2-compatible application.
Key Features
- Single-channel 4K HDMI capture
- M.2 2280 PCIe Gen2 ×4 interface
- Low-latency FPGA-based processing
- Unlimited replicated capture streams
- Custom EDID support
- Hardware A/V synchronization
- Firmware upgrade support
- Designed for OEM and embedded systems.
Power Consumption
- Maximum power consumption: Approximately 3.75 W
- Powered directly through the M.2 slot.
Included Accessories
Depending on the version purchased:
- SHD-to-HDMI Type-A cable (11520), or
- FPC ribbon cable and FPC-to-HDMI Type-A adapter (11524).
Typical Applications
- Embedded vision systems
- Industrial video capture
- Medical imaging
- Live streaming
- Broadcast ingest
- OEM appliances
- Compact workstation video capture
- AI and machine vision systems.
The Magewell Eco Capture HDMI 4K Plus M.2 is a professional single-channel M.2 PCIe capture card designed for OEM systems, embedded computers, and compact platforms. It supports HDMI 2.0 input, enabling 4K UHD capture at up to 60 fps, with high-bandwidth PCIe Gen3 connectivity for demanding video applications.
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General Information
- Product: Magewell Eco Capture HDMI 4K Plus M.2
- Part Number: 11590000, 11590001
- Form Factor: M.2 2280 Type M (22 × 80 mm)
- Host Interface: PCIe Gen3 ×4
- Capture Channels: 1 × HDMI video + embedded audio
Video Input
- 1 × HDMI 2.0 input (via LVDS 20-pin connector and adapter cable)
- DVI-D compatible
- Maximum input resolution: 4096 × 2160 @ 60 fps
- Supports automatic input signal detection and custom EDID.
HDMI Features
- HDMI 2.0 receiver (594 MHz)
- Supports:
- RGB/YUV 4:4:4 (8-bit)
- RGB/YUV 4:4:4 (10/12-bit)
- YUV 4:2:2 (12-bit)
- HDR10 support
- Extracts HDMI InfoFrames and audio metadata
- Supports up to 8-channel HDMI embedded audio (24-bit, 192 kHz).
Video Capture Performance
- Maximum capture resolution: 4096 × 2160
- Maximum capture frame rate: Up to 240 fps (depending on resolution and PCIe bandwidth)
Typical capture formats include:
- 4096 × 2160p60
- 3840 × 2160p60
- 1920 × 1080p120
- 1280 × 720p120
Supported output pixel formats include:
- NV12
- I420
- YUYV
- UYVY
- RGB24
- RGB32.
Video Processing Features
Built-in FPGA processing provides:
- Low-latency capture
- Video scaling
- Deinterlacing
- Frame rate conversion
- Color space conversion
- Custom EDID
- Multiple replicated capture streams
- Hardware timestamping for audio/video synchronization
- Hardware clock synchronization across multiple Magewell cards (via SDK).
Audio Support
- HDMI embedded audio
- Up to 8 channels
- 24-bit / 192 kHz
- Audio captured together with the video stream.
Operating System Support
Windows
- Windows 10 / 11
- Windows Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022 / 2025
Linux
- x86
- x64
- ARM
Supported APIs
- DirectShow
- DirectKS
- WASAPI / DirectSound
- V4L2
- ALSA
- Magewell Capture SDK.
Compatible Software
Works with most DirectShow/V4L2-compatible applications, including:
- OBS Studio
- vMix
- VLC Media Player
- Wirecast
- XSplit
- VidBlaster
- Capture Express
- Magewell Bridge for NDI
- Adobe Premiere Pro (via Magewell plug-in).
Power Consumption
- Maximum power consumption: Approximately 6.6 W
- Powered directly through the M.2 slot.
Included Accessories
- LVDS 20-pin cable
- LVDS-to-HDMI adapter cable (approximately 20.5 cm).
Typical Applications
- 4K live streaming
- Broadcast ingest
- Medical imaging
- Industrial machine vision
- AI video processing
- Embedded and OEM systems
- AV-over-IP gateways
- Compact workstation capture.
The Magewell Eco Capture 12G SDI 4K Plus M.2 is a professional single-channel M.2 PCIe capture card designed for OEM, embedded, and compact systems. It supports 12G-SDI input and loop-through, enabling 4K UHD capture at up to 60 fps with low latency and FPGA-based video processing.
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General Information
- Product: Magewell Eco Capture 12G SDI 4K Plus M.2
- Part Numbers: 11561 / 115610001
- Form Factor: M.2 2280 Type M (22 × 80 mm)
- Host Interface: PCIe Gen3 ×4
- Capture Channels: 1 × SDI input with embedded audio
- Loop-through: 1 × SDI output
Video Input
- 1 × SD/HD/3G/6G/12G-SDI input
- Supports:
- SD-SDI (SMPTE ST 259)
- HD-SDI (SMPTE ST 292)
- 3G-SDI (SMPTE ST 425)
- 6G-SDI (SMPTE ST 2081)
- 12G-SDI (SMPTE ST 2082)
- Supports:
- Single-link 12G-SDI
- Dual-link 6G-SDI to 12G
- Quad-link 3G-SDI to 12G
- Maximum input resolution: 4096 × 2160 @ 60 fps (4:2:2 10-bit)
SDI Features
- 12G-SDI input and loop-through
- Supports RGB 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:4:4, and YCbCr 4:2:2
- Supports 10-bit and 12-bit color depth
- SMPTE 352 payload identifier extraction
- Closed Caption support (via Magewell SDK)
Maximum recommended cable lengths:
- 430 m (SD-SDI)
- 200 m (HD-SDI)
- 110 m (3G-SDI)
- 50 m (6G-SDI)
- 30 m (12G-SDI)
Audio Support
- Embedded SDI audio
- Up to 8 channels
- 48 kHz
- Audio metadata and channel status extraction supported
Video Capture Performance
- Maximum capture resolution: 4096 × 2160
- Maximum capture frame rate: Up to 144 fps (depending on resolution and PCIe bandwidth)
Supported capture formats include:
- NV12
- I420
- YV12
- YUY2
- UYVY
- BGR24
- BGR32
- Additional formats available through the Magewell SDK
Video Processing Features
Hardware FPGA processing provides:
- Automatic input signal detection
- Low-latency capture
- Video scaling
- Deinterlacing
- Color space conversion
- Frame rate conversion
- Multiple replicated capture streams
- Hardware timestamping for A/V synchronization
- Cross-card hardware clock synchronization (via SDK)
- SG-DMA transmission mode
Operating System Support
Windows
- Windows 10 / 11
- Windows Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022 / 2025
Linux
- x86
- x64
- ARM
Supported APIs
- DirectShow
- DirectKS
- DirectSound / WASAPI
- V4L2
- ALSA
- Magewell Capture SDK
Compatible Software
Compatible with applications such as:
- OBS Studio
- vMix
- VLC Media Player
- Wirecast
- XSplit
- VidBlaster
- VirtualDub
- Capture Express
- Magewell Bridge for NDI
- Adobe Premiere Pro (via Magewell plug-in)
- Other DirectShow- and V4L2-compatible applications
Key Features
- Single-channel 12G-SDI 4K60 capture
- 12G-SDI loop-through
- PCIe Gen3 ×4 M.2 interface
- FPGA-based low-latency processing
- Unlimited replicated capture streams
- Hardware A/V synchronization
- Firmware upgrade support
- Designed for OEM and embedded deployments
Power Consumption
- Maximum power consumption: Approximately 7.16 W
- Powered directly through the M.2 slot
Included Accessories
- Eco Capture 12G SDI 4K Plus M.2 card
- 12G SDI cables
- 12G BNC connectors
- 3G SDI cables
- 3G BNC connectors (package contents vary by part number)
Typical Applications
- 4K broadcast production
- Live event streaming
- Broadcast ingest
- Medical imaging
- Industrial machine vision
- Embedded AI systems
- OEM video appliances
- Portable production systems









