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Video Capture

This page lists MacroSilicon video capture IC models and provides selection comparison.

Actual output format, frame rate, audio routing, and OS compatibility may vary by documentation version, firmware configuration, and customer customization. Before project commitment, confirm details with the official datasheet, SDK, reference design, and board-level validation.

Model List

MS2107MS2108
MS2109S
MS2130MS2130SMS2132
MS2131MS2131SMS2133
MS3220

Selection Overview

RequirementRecommended ModelsNotes
Analog video captureMS2107For CVBS / S-Video and legacy analog video capture.
Parallel digital video captureMS2108For 8/16-bit YUV, BT.601 / BT.656 / BT.1120 and similar inputs.
USB2.0 HDMI captureMS2109SHDMI 1.4b input, USB2.0 output, with I2S / SPDIF audio.
Entry USB3.0 HDMI captureMS2130HDMI 1.4b input and USB3.0 output with a simpler feature set.
Enhanced USB3.0 HDMI captureMS2130SHigher USB output capability for 4K capture and high-frame-rate MJPEG scenarios.
HDMI loop-out and external audioMS2131, MS2131SUSB3.0 capture plus HDMI loop-out, with I2S / SPDIF audio capability.
HDMI 2.0 captureMS2132HDMI 2.0 input and USB3.0 output for 4K capture without loop-out.
HDMI 2.0 loop-out, ARC, and audio mixingMS2133USB3.0 4K capture with HD 2.0 loop-out, ARC, I2S / S/PDIF, and multi-channel audio mixing.

Parameter Comparison

ModelInput SignalDefault OutputMax USB Output ResolutionMax HD Input ResolutionAnalog Audio InputDigital Audio InputDigital Audio OutputUSB Audio FormatBypass ModeSID InterfaceHD ARCOperating Temp.Package
MS2107CVBS & S-VideoUSB2.0720×576@25Hz (YUV422)
720×480@30Hz (YUV422)
1920×1080@30Hz (MJPEG)
Yes1× I2S96 kHz mono (default)0~70°CLQFP-48
(7 mm × 7 mm)
MS21088/16-bit YUV
BT.601 / BT.709
BT.656 / BT.1120
USB2.01920×1080@5Hz (YUV422)
1920×1080@30Hz (MJPEG)
1× I2S96 kHz mono (default)0~70°CQFN-48
(7 mm × 7 mm)
MS2109SHDMI 1.4bUSB2.01920×1080@10Hz (YUV422)
1920×1080@60Hz (MJPEG)
2× I2S1× I2S
1× SPDIF
48 kHz stereo (default)-40~85°CQFN-48
(7 mm × 7 mm)
MS2130HDMI 1.4bUSB3.01920×1080@60Hz (YUV422)
2560×1440@30Hz (MJPEG)
48 kHz stereo (default)0~70°CQFN-64
(9 mm × 9 mm)
MS2130SHDMI 1.4bUSB3.01920×1080@60Hz (RGB24)
1920×1080@240Hz (MJPEG)
3840×2160@60Hz (MJPEG)
3840×2160@30Hz (YUV420)
Up to 96 kHz / 24 bit
48 kHz stereo (default)
0~70°CQFN-64
(9 mm × 9 mm)
MS2131HDMI 1.4bUSB3.0 + HDMI 1.4b1920×1080@60Hz (YUV422)
2560×1440@30Hz (MJPEG)
3840×2160@60Hz (YUV420)
3840×2160@30Hz (YUV444)
2× I2S2× I2S
1× SPDIF
48 kHz stereo (default)0~70°CLQFP-100
(14 mm × 14 mm)
MS2131SHDMI 1.4bUSB3.0 + HDMI 1.4b1920×1080@60Hz (RGB24)
1920×1080@240Hz (MJPEG)
3840×2160@60Hz (MJPEG)
3840×2160@30Hz (YUV420)
3840×2160@60Hz (YUV420)
3840×2160@30Hz (YUV444)
3× I2S3× I2S
1× SPDIF
Up to 96 kHz / 24 bit
48 kHz stereo (default)
Yes0~70°CLQFP-100
(14 mm × 14 mm)
MS2132HDMI 2.0USB3.01920×1080@60Hz (RGB24)
1920×1080@240Hz (MJPEG)
3840×2160@60Hz (MJPEG)
3840×2160@30Hz (YUV420)
3840×2160@60Hz (YUV444)96 kHz / 24-bit and 48 kHz / 16-bit stereo
5.1-channel mode supported
Yes0~70°CQFN-64
(9 mm × 9 mm)
MS2133HDMI 2.0USB3.0 + HDMI 2.01920×1080@60Hz (RGB24)
1920×1080@240Hz (MJPEG)
3840×2160@60Hz (MJPEG)
3840×2160@30Hz (YUV420)
3840×2160@60Hz (YUV444)3× I2S
1× SPDIF
3× I2S
1× SPDIF
96 kHz / 24-bit and 48 kHz / 16-bit stereo
5.1-channel mode supported
ARC and multi-channel mixing
YesYesYes0~70°CLQFP-100
(14 mm × 14 mm)

Selection Notes

  • Start with the input interface: choose MS2107 for analog video, MS2108 for parallel digital video, and MS2109S / MS213x for HDMI capture.
  • Then check USB bandwidth: USB2.0 is better suited to 1080p MJPEG or lower-bandwidth use cases; USB3.0 is better for 4K, RGB24, or high-frame-rate MJPEG.
  • Check whether loop-out is required: for local display loop-out, prioritize MS2131 / MS2131S / MS2133.
  • Check whether HDMI 2.0 is required: for 4K60 YUV444 input, prioritize MS2132 / MS2133.
  • Check external audio requirements: I2S / SPDIF / ARC capabilities differ significantly, so evaluate audio routing together with host UAC support.

Ultrasemi Technology Development Co., Ltd.
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Ultrasemi Technology Development Co., Ltd.
Contact us for audio/video product solutions and IC selection support.
Email: doc@ultrasemi.com · QQ: 2272715136