Noir: USB Camera HDMI Monitor

To use your device as a portable display for a gaming console, laptop, camera, or any other HDMI-output device, you need a USB-C capture card (not USB-C hub nor USB-C to HDMI cable).

Camera, Endoscope and Microscope with USB streaming feature are also supported.

Noir supports UVC and UAC, with a choice of OpenGL ES or Vulkan for the graphics backend.

The free version offers basic functions and immersive experience (It contains ads but not in the preview). Get the pro version for more features and to support Noir's development.

COMMON USE CASES

1. Camera Monitor
2. Primary Monitor for Gaming Console & PC
3. Secondary Monitor for Laptop.
4. Drone Monitor
5. Compatible with any device with HDMI Output or USB Streaming.

RECOMMEND VIDEO CAPTURE CARD

Hagibis UHC07(P) #AD
Rec. Reasons: Affordable, I recommend the UHC07P if available. It supports convenient PD charging.
https://bit.ly/noir-hagibis-uhc07

Genki ShadowCast 2 #AD
Rec. Reasons: Portable, Elegant, and Beautiful.
https://bit.ly/noir-genki-shadowcast-2

MORE PRO VERSION FEATURES

1. No Ads, Zero Tracking
2. Visual Effects
3. Picture in Picture Mode
4. Brightness & Contrast Adjustment
5. Stretch to Fullscreen
6. 3D LUTs
7. App-specific Volume Control
8. Luminance Histogram & Color Histogram
9. Edge Detection
10. False Color video mode
11. Zebra mode
12. FSR 1.0

FAQ

1. Why doesn't Noir recognize my device?

Possible reasons are that your phone or tablet doesn't support USB Host (OTG) or the device you are using isn't a Video Capture Card.
In some rare cases, you may need a USB adapter or USB hub to ensure the capture card works properly.

2. Why is the preview so laggy?

This is often due to the USB version.
If you are using a USB 3.0 capture card, ensure that both the USB data cable and the USB port on your phone or tablet are USB 3.0 compatible.
If you are using a USB 2.0 capture card, ensure the video format is MJPEG and does not exceed 1080p30fps. Note that some capture cards may support up to 1080p50fps.

3. Why did my capture card, which was working fine, suddenly fail to connect?

This issue is often caused by system problems. The simplest and most effective solution is to restart your phone or tablet and try again.

4. Why does my gaming console or Video playback device show a black screen when connected?

This issue is more common among PS5 and PS4 users and is caused by the gaming console enabling HDCP. To resolve it, go to the PS console interface: Settings > System > HDMI, and disable the 'Enable HDCP' option. Note that the PS3 does not allow you to turn off HDCP. Other devices may also automatically enable HDCP when playing video content, which can result in a black screen. Some HDMI splitters can bypass HDCP restrictions and may serve as a workaround.

5. Why are resolutions other than 16:9 and 4:3 not supported?

To my knowledge, no capture cards on the market support aspect ratios beyond these. You can adjust to your desired ratio using Noir's built-in "Stretch & Crop" feature. However, this requires that your capture card's EDID supports the chosen ratio, and you must set your laptop or computer's output resolution to match that ratio.

LINKS

Special thanks to Genki for helping Noir grow
https://www.genkithings.com/

Special thanks to Hagibis for recommending Noir
https://www.shophagibis.com/

Pixel Font
https://www.fontspace.com/munro-font-f14903

Bottom Bar Design
https://dribbble.com/shots/11372003-Bottom-Bar-Animation