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CyberLink PowerDirector 
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Product Key Activation
Notice: Discontinuation of CyberLink PowerDirector 15 Serial Number Distribution
Effective July 17, 2025, we will no longer distribute serial numbers for CyberLink PowerDirector 15. However, users who have already received a serial number can continue to activate and use the software without any impact. Please note that this version will no longer receive updates or maintenance. As a result, future operating system or hardware upgrades may affect its compatibility.
GC553 GC553

CAPTURE LIKE NEVER BEFORE AND EVEN BETTER NOW

 

Live Gamer ULTRA

The next generation of game capture is here. The Live Gamer ULTRA (LGU) brings 4K capture to the table while its pass-through allows gamers to fully experience what 4K HDR is all about. Not limited to 4K HDR, this compact device can pass-through high refresh rates of up to 240 Hz on a Full HD signal.

To see if LGU is compatible with your computer, please download and run our compatibility test tool.

New Feature - Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)

The Live Gamer ULTRA (LGU) now supports VRR for both video capturing (using Streaming Center software) and pass-through via a firmware update for Windows users. Download the firmware to enjoy tear-free and stutter-free gameplays!

 

4K High Dynamic Range Pass-through

Don’t give up 4K HDR content just to be able to record your gameplay. With 100% lag-free, 4Kp60 HDR video pass-through, the LGU allows you to enjoy mesmerizing 4K HDR gameplay and record at 4Kp30.

 

High Frame Rate Capture

With its high frame rate capture ability of up to 120 fps for Full HD signals, the LGU positions itself as the first external game capture device in the market to bring super smooth recordings to your archives.

 

Full HD High Dynamic Range

Unique, simply one of a kind. While supporting 4K HDR pass-through, the LGU records HDR content for Full HD playback at 60 frames per second.

 

Easiest Setup Ever

The LGU takes full advantage of UVC technology, which basically standardizes video drivers across Windows and Mac. In other words, all you need to do is plug your LGU to your PC or Mac and it’s ready to record and stream.

Stay Cool

With a powerful, silent built-in fan, if you ever noticed, drawing cold air from the top and venting out hot air through the sides, your LGU will always stay cool in the heat of battles.

 

Streaming Center—Powerful Streaming Software

The Streaming Center serves as a centralized control hub for managing and optimizing all supported AVerMedia devices, while offering easy video adjustments and audio tuning.

GC553

Customizable resolution utility

If you decided not to connect a display to the HDMI output (pass-through) of your LGU we got you covered! With the “AVerMedia Assist Central Pro” you can customize which resolutions and corresponding frame rates you are able to preview and record without the need to connect a passthrough monitor.

GC553

Capture, Record, Edit 4K

Are you thinking about editing your 4K videos but don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered. The bundled CyberLink® PowerDirector™ 15 is a feature-packed, intuitive 4K video editor to kickstart your editing skills.

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cyberlinkpowedirect

CyberLink PowerDirector 
for AVerMedia

Product Key Activation
Notice: Discontinuation of CyberLink PowerDirector 15 Serial Number Distribution
Effective July 17, 2025, we will no longer distribute serial numbers for CyberLink PowerDirector 15. However, users who have already received a serial number can continue to activate and use the software without any impact. Please note that this version will no longer receive updates or maintenance. As a result, future operating system or hardware upgrades may affect its compatibility.
Technical Specifications
  • Interface:USB 3.1 (Gen 1) Type C
  • Video Input:HDMI 2.0
  • Video Output (Pass-Through):HDMI 2.0
  • Audio Input:HDMI 2.0
  • Audio Output (Pass-Through):HDMI 2.0
  • Max Pass-Through Resolutions:2160p60 HDR /1440p144 / 1080p240
  • Max VRR Pass-Through Resolutions: 2160p60 /1440p120 /1080p120#
  • Max Capture Resolutions:2160p30 / 1440p60 / 1080p120 / 1080p60 HDR
  • Max VRR Record Resolutions: 1440p60 /1080p120#
  • Supported Resolutions (Video input):2160p, 1440p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 480p
  • Recording: Supported by streaming software such as Streaming Center​ or OBS
  • Dimension (W x D x H):112.6 x 66.2 x 26 mm (4.43 x 2.6 x 1.02 in)
  • Weight:116 g (4.09 oz.)
Notes:
#VRR pass-through and recording are available via a firmware update for Windows users. To record in VRR, please use the RECentral 4 software.
* LGU does not support viewing/recording/streaming of HDCP protected signals
System Requirements(For dedicated streaming PC) Operating system: Windows® 10 x64 or later (Support UVC Protocol)
 

For 4K30 or 1080p120 (4K60 HDR pass-through supported)
Desktop:

-Intel® Core™ i5-6XXX / AMD Ryzen™ 3 XXX or above 
-NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 / AMD RX 5700 or above
-8 GB RAM (*Dual-channel)

Laptop:

-Intel Core i7-7700HQ or above
-NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX1050 Ti or above
-8 GB RAM (*Dual-channel)
*You have to set your memory on dual channel mode in your computer system. Please see attachment: attachment (Link)
 

For 1080p60 (4K60 HDR pass-through supported)
Desktop:

-Intel® Core™ i5-4440 3.10 GHz or above
-NVIDIA® GTX 660
-4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended)

Laptop:

-Intel Core i7-4810MQ
-NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 870M or above
-4 GB RAM (8GB Recommended)
 

Mac system requirement : Operating system: macOS 10.13 or later

Requires an Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB‑C) Cable (0.8 m)
 

For 4K30 or 1080p120 (4K60 HDR pass-through supported)
iMac:

-3.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i7
-Radeon Pro 555 with 2GB of VRAM
-16GB of 2400MHz DDR4 memory

MacBook Pro:

-2.8GHz quad-core Intel Core i7
-Radeon Pro 555X with 2GB of GDDR5 memory
-16GB 2133MHz LPDDR3 memory
 

For 1080p60 (4K60 HDR pass-through supported) :
iMac:

-3.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i7
-Radeon Pro 555 with 2GB of VRAM
-16GB of 2400MHz DDR4 memory

MacBook Pro:

-2.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i7
-Radeon Pro 450 with 2GB of GDDR5 memory
-16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory

Notes:
1. LGU does not support USB 2.0
2. LGU does not support USB 3.1 Gen 2
3. We strongly recommended to use Intel chipset.
4. For 4K, HDR or High frame rate recording only NVIDIA graphics card are supported.
What's in the box
  • Live Gamer Ultra (GC553)
  • HDMI 2.0 cable
  • Type C to Type A Cable
  • Quick guide
  • CyberLink PowerDirector 15 Product Key Card*
Notes:
*4K video editing software. Does not support HEVC encoded files or HDR editing. Please note that this version of PowerDirector 15 is not the retail version and some functionalities may be restricted or require paid upgrades.
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How could I fix the error message Resolution is not supported? Why is my preview video and audio out of sync/desync/audio latency or delay on Windows? Every time I connect the capture device to Streaming Center or OBS, the software crashes, and an error message appears saying, "Device Cannot Function Properly." What should I do? Why can’t I hear the game audio in preview and my recording video clip? Can AVerMedia capture card devices work with Mac computers with M1, M2, M3, M4 series? Why does the audio stutter/cracking or not play properly in the software preview? How to fix capture device (USB3) not found or connected? When I use the capture card, I sometimes hear slight noise. How can I fix this issue? Can I use GC553G2/GC553/BU113/GC551G2 on my MacBook/Mac? How can I enable VRR on my Xbox Series X and PlayStation®5? What is HDCP and how could I fix HDCP message appear on my preview? How to Set Up GC553 in OBS Studio? How do I fix the no signal problem when capturing a 1440p120 video from Xbox One X or S? How can I enable high frame rate (120p) from Xbox series X? Device connection keeps saying no input signal, how can I fix it? How do I capture party chat with a chat link cable? Dual PC set up: set up video & audio output from gaming PC to the capture card Can I record the reboot and BIOS via AVerMedia's device? When capturing video from my PC connected to the capture card I experience screen tearing in software preview or on the recorded file, how to fix this issue? Why my capture device has orange light(GC553G2) or green flash light (GC553/GC551G2/BU113/GC553Pro)? For your "Live Gamer Ultra", I see nothing under required specs that AMD/Ryzen is supported? Is this true? Firmware update usage and reminder Can I record from an iOS/iPadOS/Android device using an AVerMedia capture card? Can I use GC553 on a MacBook Air? Capture card stops displaying Pass-through with 4k HDR resolution. Why my USB capture device disconnects randomly? Can I use Live Gamer Ultra on AMD platform with AMD USB 3.0/3.1 chipset? How to setup Live Gamer Ultra (GC553) in 4K environment? The video signal of my capture card produces video flickering and color distortion, what to do? How to solve firmware upgrade fail/Westbridge on Windows? If I don’t connect a pass-through monitor, how can I choose a supported resolution not in the default input list? How to setup Live Gamer Ultra with Nintendo Switch? GC553 Recover Utility Steps?
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Date : 2025-02-14 00:00:00

Version:AVerMedia Streaming Center (Win) v1.6.31.2
OS:Win10 x64, Win 11
Description:
1.Supported Models:
GC515, GC531, GC535, GC551G2, GC553, GC553G2, GC553PRO, GC570D, GC571, GC573, GC575, GC311, BU113, PW310P, PW313, PW313D, PW315, PW513, PW515, AM310, AM310G2, AM350

2.GC575:
2-1. 4K 144Hz Support: Please update the GC575 firmware to version 1.1.6.12 or later.
2-2. Multi-channel 5.1 Audio Capture & Passthrough Support: Please update the GC575 firmware to version 1.1.6.12 or later.
2-3. VRR Recording Support: Please update the GC575 firmware to version 1.1.6.12 or later.

3.GC553G2:
3-1. Support 5.1 Multi-channel Monitoring/Recording: Please update the GC553G2 firmware to version 1.0.7.7 or later.
3-2. Support 4K 144Hz Recording: Please update the GC553G2 firmware to version 1.0.7.7 or later.

4.Support for Streaming on: YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, SOOP.

Date : 2025-02-13 00:00:00

Version:[Application] AssistCentralPro_v4.0.39
OS:macOS 15
Description:
Support GC515; GC535; GC531; GC553; GC553G2; GC553PRO; GC551G2; GC311; GC313; GC313PRO; BU113; 
PW310P; PW313; PW313D; PW315; PW513; PW515; AM310; AM310G2; AM350

1 Download, Install, and Update Notifications : Use Assist Central Pro to download, install, and receive notifications for any firmware updates.
2 Issue Reporting: Capture Platform Information
3 HDCP On/Off Toggle 
Enable or disable HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) as needed for compatibility with connected devices.

Date : 2025-02-13 00:00:00

Version:[Application] AssistCentralPro_v4.0.39
OS:Win10 x64; Win11

Description:
Support GC515; GC535; GC531; GC553; GC553G2; GC553PRO; GC570D; GC571; GC573; GC575; GC551G2; GC311; GC313; GC313PRO; BU113; 
PW310P; PW313; PW313D; PW315; PW513; PW515; AM310; AM310G2; AM350

1 Download, Install, and Update Notifications : Use Assist Central Pro to download, install, and receive notifications for any firmware updates.
2 Issue Reporting: Capture Platform Information
3 HDCP On/Off Toggle 
Enable or disable HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) as needed for compatibility with connected devices.

Date : 2024-12-16 00:00:00

Version:[Application] Diagnosis Tool v2.0.1.8
OS:Win10 x64, Win11

Description:
Support GC553G2、GC575和GC571

Date : 2024-09-02 00:00:00

GC553 QSG

Date : 2024-07-08 00:00:00

Version LiveGamerULTRAUpdate_v1.5.13.1
OS: macOS 13.x & macOS 14.x
Description: 
1.Fixed instability issues with specific DSLR inputs
2.Fixed MAC system device re-plugging affecting GC553 video feed

Date : 2024-07-08 00:00:00

Version LiveGamerULTRAUpdate_v1.5.13.1
OS: Win10 x64, Win11 x64
Description: 
Fixed instability issues with specific DSLR inputs


Note: If your GC553 is not recognized during the firmware update process, you can try running this tool to see if it can recover the device.
 

Date : 2023-11-27 00:00:00

Version LiveGamerULTRAUpdate_v1.5.12.2
OS: macOS 13.x & macOS 14.x
Description: Optimize some compatibility issues with some DSLRs (Video processing)

Date : 2024-03-07 00:00:00

Version LiveGamerULTRAUpdate_v1.5.12.2
OS: Win10 x64, Win11 x64
Description: 
1. Optimize some compatibility issues with some DSLRs (Video processing)
2. After a firmware update failure on the GC553, unplugging and replugging the GC553 and rerunning this version of the firmware update tool can fix the update failure issue

Date : 2023-02-13 00:00:00

Version LiveGamerULTRAUpdate_1.4.9.7
OS macOS 12.x & macOS 13.x
Description
1 Support macOS 13.x
2 Modified for UVC auto select correct framerate.(update default Frame Interval)

Date : 2022-10-03 00:00:00

Version:[Application] Diagnosis Tool v2.0.1.13
OS:Win10 x64,Win11
Description:
New model GC551G2 support
 

Date : 2022-07-15 00:00:00

Version :1.4.9.7
OS: Windows
Description :Optimized for UVC auto select correct framerate

Date : 2019-12-31 00:00:00

  • Version:v2.0.1.5
  • OS:Win10 x64
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  • Description:

    1. Support software updates through internet.
    2. Support sending test result for unknown platform.

Date : 2019-10-01 00:00:00

  • Version:StreamEngine v2.0.0.36
  • OS:Win10 x64
  •  
  • Description:

    Modified localized strings.
    Modified device name.

Date : 2024-01-10 00:00:00

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