ClonerAllianceFlint LXT, Super Portable UVC HDMI Video Capture Device. Capture 1080p 60fps Video from Gaming Console, Camcorder, DSLR to Android/Windows/Mac. Ultra Low Latency. 4K Input Supported.

Summary - -Works well.Simple install, up-and-running in about a minute.Records 1080/60Highly Recommended !I stumbled across the Cloner-BOX about 2 years ago and shortly after that the Cloner-Wand.I own both and I've been very pleased with each.The Cloner-Flint appears to be an upgraded and improved version of the HDML Cloner-Wand.The Flint is physically small -- less than the size of a pack of cigarettesThere are 3 ports --- USB for power and input to the PC- HDMI IN- HDMI OUT (pass thru).Power comes from the PC, there is no brick.The package includes a short (~24") USB cable (Type A to A) and a USB A-to-C adapter so it can be connected to either kind of USB port (A or C).The Application software "HDML-Cloner Pro Helper" needs to be downloaded from their site.It's a small file and a quick install.My orignal (Cloner-Box and Wand) application was as a PVR, connecting to my STB, and recording videos to an MP4/AAC file (approx. 75k/min.).My setup is-> TV (HDMI pass-thru)[STB] -> Flint ---|-> PC (USB)I first tested the Flint with this setup.With the USB port connected (powering the Flint), the HDMI pass thru still works, even without the 'Helper' application running.While (currently ) holding the same basic price point, the Flint improves upon the Wand design in several areas, with one exception.The Wand came with an adapter (and app) to display and record HDMI video directly to an android device.I used this occasionally as a portable HDMI monitor when setting up Security Video systems and this capability is NOT included with Flint.Otherwise everything else, aside from the naming of the application ('HDML-Cloner Pro Helper' ??? ), is GREAT !The basic application for the Flint is to record HDMI video -- from a Game console, Cable/satellite box or any other HDMI feed and with a frame rate of 60, it is especially suited to gamers.Some of the Recording Options include:Resolution: 1920x1080, 1280x720 or 640x480Frame Rate: 30 or 60Video Bitrate -- 6 choices from 6Mbs to 18MbsFormat: MP4 (H264, AAC), MP4 (H264, AC3), MP4 (H264, MP3), MEGTS (H264, AAC)The H264/AAC is especially nice as it is one of the few formats that plays directly from my TVs USB port.The Helper has a 'Pause' function available during recording which can be used to eliminate or reduce post recording editing.There's also a Schedule Recording function which allows 4 unique start/stops, either during a single 24hr period or every day -- a poor mans PVR.In addition to recording HDMI video, the Flint and Helper have a couple interesting features.Watching TV or any HDMI feed on the laptop is sweet.I've installed Video Security NVR systems that require an HDMI monitor (TV) for setup in places where a TV (HDMI Monitor) wasn't available.With the Flint I can use my laptop as the monitor.The Flint Helper application provides a VBS (Video Broadcast Share) capability, which allows another device (eg phone or Tablet) running VLC to remotely access the video stream running on the PC. This could be used to allow a remote user to watch your television feed (eg cable box or Satellite). You would need to control the channel locally or get creative. As an example, my son loves our local pro football team, but lives on the west coast. This would allow him to watch remotely.Presentation/TradeshowsThere is a 'preview' window of the HDMI feed -- running either small or full screen.In addition to just being able to watch "TV" on your PC, the ability to display "live" HDMI video feeds could be an interesting and useful sales/marketing tool.The 'Topmost' ('always on top') capability would allow you to run a PPT while at-the-same-time showing a video feed.I know it is possible to embedd VLC video into PPTs, although I did not try this.The Helper App also includes the ability to do a screen capture (BMP).The capture is 'full screen' (eg 1920/1080) even if the app is running is a small window.GIF capture.With a single 'click', you can capture an animated GIF (320x180).If your building Web pages off of Live Video, or editing home videos this could be very useful !Finally, my originally application was to have 2 separate HDMI Security system feeds on a single monitor (2 tic-tac-toe screens of 8 cameras).Adding a 2nd monitor would have been about the same price as the Flint, however, in this case, saving desktop space was a primary consideration.I was able to re purposed a 7 year old Core2 (quad) laptop (a BEAST 7 years ago 1) and run both a Wand and a Flint.The CPU demand was surprisingly low.I didn't test, but Cloner Customer Service (who are GREAT !) confirmed 2 Flints could do the same.Highly Recommended !Screen shot of 'Helper' -- Mouse over labels & and an animated GIF of the video.

I ended up sending it back. It seemed like it was going to be fine out of the box when I received it. It worked for about a half a day. The device showed up without any drivers and the latency was very good as well as the audio/video sync. I thought it was good to go then I got to a video shoot and it would not work, it would only transmit the audio and not the video. It almost ruined my shot and it did cause me a lot more work because I had to record through individual cameras instead of my switcher. So when I got back to the shop I thought maybe it was an incompatibility issue with the switcher but it wasn't. After several hours of testing with different devices and computers I could not get it to work correctly, consistently enough to keep it. I even tried to update the firmware as suggested but it wouldn't let me because it found the software to be up to date. I actually like the device when it works but I can't use a device in my business that only works sometimes. It's not worth the trouble.

The item arrived on time, and in excellent condition as expected. There was an e-mail with some update tips, mostly registration requirements!I downloaded the software, and recorded a file, but could never get the Cloner-Alliance Player to read the .mp4 file it recorded.Spent weeks with their support trying to get the problem described, and trying unrelated FAQ solutions they keep suggesting. Still doesn’t work! Same problem...I upgraded this review because the companies support stuck with their customer. They were committed to customer satisfaction, and product performance as advertised. They replaced a defective unit in a timely fashion, and everything worked as expected!

I've been streaming to twitch off and on throughout the years. I've used USB and PCIE solutions from the major brands to capture video. I decided to stream again, but I currently do not use a desktop. The USB device I had only captured at 30 fps. I looked at my option, since I had a newer laptop (USB 3.1 & USB C), but the price range of the popular USB solutions were the same or more expensive than the better PCIE solutions.I've never heard of ClonerAlliance before, but the Flint LX met all the specifications I was looking for. I took a risk and purchased it... boy did I hit the jackpot.PROS:-The response time of the HDMI pass-thru is fast. (I know there is no-latency for the video, but that's not what I'm referring to.) On my other USB capture device, the screen would blank in and out for a few seconds whenever there was a change to the video input, resolution, etc. before I could start using it. With the Flint LX, it was almost instantaneous for me.-The product delivers 1080P 60FPS as promised. (Be sure you select 60FPS in your program of choice)-The product (using a USB 3.1 Port) has a latency of roughly 1/4 of a second for me. This is very close to the performance of my previous PCIE card. My other USB device had a delay of roughly 3 seconds.-No driver install required. If you're like me and prefer to use OBS, there is no need to install any other software (unless you want to update the firmware of your device)-The device shows up as a webcam, you can share the video feed in a discord call if you wanted to!CONS:-The downloadable software after you register (HDML Cloner) leaves a lot to be desired. In this software, there is audio latency, even with the latest version and firmware. (This is an issue with the software itself, not the hardware) I only recommend installing HDML Cloner to update the firmware. Luckily OBS is freely available. In other software, such as OBS, there is no audio latency when recording or streaming. Be sure to select your resolution and fps when you add the device in OBS.Conclusion:The Flink LX delivers excellent value and what it promises, just be sure to use a different software to recording/streaming.