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Usually, you can record in Elgato Game Capture HD by pressing the large, red button at the bottom right corner of the Capture window.
You can also use a Scythe USB Foot Switch 2 to start and stop recording.
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Setup - Scythe USB Foot Switch 2
Connect the Scythe USB Foot Switch 2 to your Mac via USB.
Install Elgato Game Capture HD software version 1.1 or higher.
In the Elgato Game Capture HD Preferences, choose Use foot switch to toggle capture.
Once you have turned on Scythe USB Foot Switch 2 support in the Elgato Game Capture HD Preferences, it's ready to be used.
First, select Capture Mode in the Elgato Game Capture HD software. Then:
• If you are not yet recording, press the Scythe USB Foot Switch 2 once to start recording
• If you are already recording, press the Scythe USB Foot Switch 2 once to stop recording
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