HDR Capture and Color Space Management
Configure HDR video capture, manage color spaces (BT.709, BT.2020, DCI-P3), and maintain color accuracy.
The Solution
Use 4K Plus or 4K Pro devices for HDR capture. Configure color space settings to match your source and ensure your monitoring/output chain supports HDR.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Verify your device supports HDR: 4K Plus and 4K Pro models
Source must output HDR signal (HDR10, HLG)
Connect to USB 3.1 Gen 2 port for 4K HDR bandwidth
USB Capture Utility: Verify HDR signal detected
In capture software: Enable HDR passthrough if available
For SDR monitoring: Apply tone mapping to convert HDR to SDR preview
Recording: Use H.265 Main10 profile for 10-bit HDR recording
Editing: DaVinci Resolve recommended for HDR color grading
Delivery: YouTube supports HDR uploads with proper metadata
Pro Tips
- HDR content requires HDR display for proper monitoring
- Most streaming platforms now support HDR content
- 10-bit capture preserves color banding in gradients
- BT.709 for HD SDR, BT.2020 for UHD/HDR content
- Record in highest quality possible - HDR to SDR conversion is lossy
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