S video to USB - how it works

If you want to redirect an S-Video signal to USB, you need both an adapter and suitable software. We will show you how the transfer works in detail.

Instructions: Record S-Video to USB

• At Amazon, most customers use the LogiLink audio and video grabber. You also need to get an additional scart adapter. Alternatively, you can grab the mumbi video grabber. Both versions cost around 20 euros.
• If you install the supplied software on your computer, you can use it to receive and record the video signal of the S-Video port. To do this, connect the S-Video cable to the desired device and the adapter to your computer via USB.
• Note that there can be numerous complications with such adapters. In addition to many good ones, the products also have many bad reviews. If the recording does not work on your computer, try another adapter or an alternative software.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how to redirect S-Video to Scart.