External Camera Compatibility and Connection Requirements

External camera support depends on the mobile device, connection interface and capture accessory. The connection methods differ between iPhone, iPad and Android.

Requirements

  • Identify your device model and operating system
  • Check the camera’s HDMI output and the capture accessory’s input specifications

Step-by-step guide

  1. For iPhone, use a compatible Accsoon SeeMo connection where supported by Live Now.
  2. For USB-C iPad, use a compatible UVC HDMI capture card.
  3. For supported Android devices, use a UVC capture card with USB host/OTG support.
  4. Configure clean HDMI output, preferably 1080p, and test the live preview.
  5. Confirm audio capture, power and heat stability during a long test.

Important notes

  • A basic HDMI-to-USB-C cable is not equivalent to an HDMI capture card.
  • Compatibility can vary by capture card chipset, supported formats and device model.

Need help?

If you encounter a connection problem, contact Live Now support with your device model, operating system, capture accessory model, camera HDMI format and a description of the issue.