Kramer FC-42 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
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Model:
FC-42
Component To HD-SDI Converter

Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3 Overview 3
3.1 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance 3
4 Your FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter 3
5 Installing the FC-42 in a Rack 6
6 Connecting the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter 7
6.1 Connecting a PC 9
7 Using the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter 10
7.1 Locking the Front Panel 10
7.2 Operating the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter 10
8 Technical Specifications 12
9 Communication Protocol 13
Figures
Figure 1: FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter 4
Figure 2: Connecting the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter 8
Figure 3: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 9
Tables
Table 1: FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter Features 5
Table 2: The Converter Menu Items 11
Table 3: Technical Specifications of the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter 12
Table 4: Local Parameter Data 14
Table 5: Global Parameter Data 15

Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range
of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting
professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded
most of our line, making the best even better! Our 1,000-plus different models
now appear in 11 groups
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that are clearly defined by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer FC-42 Component To HD-SDI
Converter, which are ideal for broadcast and production video studios,
postproduction and duplication studios, and non-linear editing.
The package includes the following items:
FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
Power supply
Null-modem adapter
This user manual
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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
Review the contents of this user manual
Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables
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Getting Started
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.

Overview
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3 Overview
The Kramer FC-42 is a high performance converter for high definition (HD)
component video (Y, P B , P R ). It converts the component video input
(Y, P B , P R ) to HD-SDI on two BNC output connectors. The signal is also
converted to an RGB/HV signal on a 15-pin HD computer graphics video
connector.
In addition, the FC-42 features:
Output resolution which is the same as that of the input. It is compatible
with 720p and 1080i up to 60Hz, as well as 1080p up to 30Hz
ProcAmp controls, with memory for saving and loading 16 setups
Both bi-level and tri-level input sync compatibility, and also has a highly
accurate color bar generator with eight built-in test patterns
A lockable front panel to prevent unintentional tampering with the unit
The FC-42 can be controlled via its front panel with a user-friendly LCD, and
also has an RS-232 interface. It is housed in a 19” 1U rack mountable
enclosure, and is fed from a 100-240 VAC universal switching power supply.
3.1 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise
levels (often associated with low quality cables)
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may
adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer FC-42 away
from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the FC-42:

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Your FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
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Figure 1: FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter

Your FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
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Table 1: FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter Features
# Feature Function
1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF
2 SETUP / MENU LCD Display Displays the setup and the menu
3 MENU Button Press to open the menu (see section 7.1)
4 ENTER Button Press to load and save a set up, and to accept
changes
5 Button Press to decrease numerical values or select from
several definitions
6 Button Press to move up the menu list values
7 Button Press to increase numerical values or select from
several definitions
8 Button Press to move down the menu list
9 LOCK Button Press and hold
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to lock/unlock the front panel buttons
10 Y BNC Connector
11 PB BNC Connector Connects to the component video source
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INPUTS
PR BNC Connector
13 SDI BNC Connector Connects to the HD-SDI acceptor
14 SDI BNC Connector Connects to the HD-SDI acceptor
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OUTPUTS
RGB/HV 15-pin HD
Connector
Connects to the RGB or RGBHV acceptor
16 RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connect to the PC or the remote controller
17 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector, enabling power supply to the unit
1 For about 3 seconds

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Installing the FC-42 in a Rack
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5 Installing the FC-42 in a Rack
This section describes what to do before installing in a rack and how to rack
mount.
Before Installing in a Rack How to Rack Mount
Before installing in a rack, be sure that the environment is
within the recommended range:
Operating temperature range +5º to +45º C (41º to 113º F)
Operating humidity range 10 to 90% RHL, non-condensing
Storage temperature range -20º to +70º C (-4º to 158º F)
Storage humidity range 5 to 95% RHL, non-condensing
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CAUTION!!
When installing in a 19" rack, avoid hazards by taking
care that:
1. It is located within the recommended environmental
conditions, as the operating ambient temperature of a
closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the
room ambient temperature.
2. Once rack mounted, enough air will still flow around
the machine.
3. The machine is placed straight in the correct
horizontal position.
4. You do not overload the circuit(s). When connecting
the machine to the supply circuit, overloading the
circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent
protection and supply wiring. Refer to the appropriate
nameplate ratings for information. For example, for
fuse replacement, see the value printed on the
product label.
5. The machine is earthed (grounded) in a reliable way
and is connected only to an electricity socket with
grounding. Pay particular attention to situations where
electricity is supplied indirectly (when the power cord
is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall), for
example, when using an extension cable or a power
strip, and that you use only the power cord that is
supplied with the machine.
To rack-mount a machine:
1. Attach both ear brackets to the
machine. To do so, remove the
screws from each side of the
machine (3 on each side), and
replace those screws through the
ear brackets.
2. Place the ears of the machine
against the rack rails, and insert the
proper screws (not provided)
through each of the four holes in the
rack ears.
Note that:
In some models, the front panel
may feature built-in rack ears
Detachable rack ears can be
removed for desktop use
Always mount the machine in the
rack before you attach any cables
or connect the machine to the
power
If you are using a Kramer rack
adapter kit (for a machine that is not
19"), see the Rack Adapters user
manual for installation instructions
(you can download it at:
http://www.kramerelectronics.com)

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6 Connecting the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
To connect the FC-42, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the
following
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:
1. Connect a component video source (for example, an HDTV Satellite
receiver source) to the Y, P B , P R INPUT BNC connectors.
2. Connect the OUTPUTS:
Connect the SDI BNC connector to an HD-SDI acceptor (for
example, a non linear editor)
Connect the SDI BNC connector to an HD-SDI acceptor (for
example, an HD-SDI display)
Connect the RGB/HV 15-pin HD computer graphics video connector
to an RGBHV acceptor (for example, a projector)
3. Connect a PC or other controller, if required (see section 6.1).
4. Connect the power cord
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(not shown in Figure 2).
1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your FC-42. After connecting your FC-42, switch on its
power and then switch on the power on each device.
2 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine

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Connecting the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
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Figure 2: Connecting the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter

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6.1 Connecting a PC
To connect a PC to the FC-42, using the Null-modem adapter provided with
the machine (recommended):
Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the FC-42unit to the
Null-modem adapter and connect the Null-modem adapter with a 9-wire
flat cable to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC
To connect a PC to the FC-42, without using a Null-modem adapter:
Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC to the RS-232 9-pin
D-sub rear panel port on the Master FC-42 unit, as Figure 3 illustrates
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9-pin D-sub
(From PC)
9-pin D-sub
(Male)
If a shielded cable is used, connect the shield to PIN 5
PIN 4 is connected to PIN 6
PINs 8, 7, 1 are connected together
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PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 (Ground)
PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2
PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3
Figure 3: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter

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Using the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
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7 Using the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
This section describes how to:
Lock/unlock the front panel button, see section 7.1
Operate the FC-42, see section 7.2
7.1 Locking the Front Panel
To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via
the front panel buttons, lock
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your converter. Unlocking releases the
protection mechanism.
To lock the converter:
Press the LOCK button for more than three seconds, until the LOCK
button is illuminated
The front panel is locked. Pressing a button will have no effect other than
causing the LOCK button to blink
2
To unlock the converter:
Press the illuminated LOCK button for more than three seconds, until the
LOCK button is no longer illuminated
The front panel unlocks
7.2 Operating the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
The converter can save and load up to 16 setups via the converter menu. To
use the menu, press the:
MENU button to start or exit the menu
ENTER button to enter a submenu, load a setup, accept changes and reset
to the default settings
and buttons to scroll through the menu and sub-menus
and to increase or decrease numerical values or select from several
definitions of a setup
The converter automatically converts the input signal according to the setup
loaded from the menu. The setup is defined via the menu. To operate the
converter, press the MENU button to enter the menu, and load the desired
setup (from 1 to 16). Table 2 defines the menu items.
1 Nevertheless, even though the front panel is locked you can still operate via RS-232
2 Warning that you need to unlock to regain control via the front panel

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Table 2: The Converter Menu Items
# Menu Item Submenu Select Notes
1 LOAD …
1
SETUP From 1 to 16
2 SAVE SETTING AS From 1 to 16
3 SET … STANDARD SELECT MODE AUTO, FORCED
4 SET … STANDARD 720p/59, 720p/50, 1080i/60, 1080i/59, 1080i/50,
1080p/30, 1080p/29, 1080p/25, 1080p/24, 1080p/23,
1080sf/30, 1080sf/29, 1080sf/25, 1080sf/24, 1080sf/23
5 SET … SYNC TYPE BILEVEL, TRILEVEL
6 SET … IMAGE TUNING (enter submenu) 1 FACTORY RESET Sets all the image tuning
parameters to zero
2 BLACK From -32 to 31
3 Y-GAIN From -64% to 63%
4 GAIN From -64% to 63%
5 COLOR From -64% to 63%
6 B-Y From -64% to 63%
7 R-Y From -64% to 63%
8 SHARPNESS From 0 to 155% In 5% steps
7 SET … Test signal NO TEST SIGNAL
1 COLOR BARS 100%
2 Y-SWEEP 30MHZ
3 PULSE 2T AND BAR
4 Y RAMP
5 C-SWEEP 15MHZ
6 SPLIT BARS
7 GRID
8 GRID INVERSE
8 SET … Free run mode BLACK SCREEN, BLUE SCREEN
9 SET … Address of machine First, Second
1 … refers to the setup number (from 1 to 16)

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Technical Specifications
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8 Technical Specifications
Table 3 includes the technical specifications for the FC-42.
Table 3: Technical Specifications
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of the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter
INPUT: 1 component video - Y, PB, PR, on 3 BNC connectors
OUTPUTS:
2 SDI on BNC connectors
1 RGB/HV on a 15-pin HD connector
OUTPUT LEVEL:
800mVpp
RESOLUTION: Up to 1080p
S/N RATIO: 49dB unweighted
CONTROLS: Front panel buttons: MENU, ENTER, menu arrows, LOCK;
rear panel: RS-232
POWER SOURCE:
100-240V, 50/60Hz, 200mA Max. 12VA
DIMENSIONS: 19" (W), 7" (D), 1U (H) rack mountable
WEIGHT:
2.6kg (5.7lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power cord
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice

Communication Protocol
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9 Communication Protocol
1
The FC-42 is compatible with the protocol described below. For RS-232, a
null-modem connection between the FC-42 and controller is used. The
default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit. All
the values shown are hexadecimal.
Instruction 1
st
Byte 2
nd
Byte 3
rd
Byte 4
th
Byte Notes:
RESET 00 80 80 98+Machine Addr
REPLY TO RESET 40 80 80 98+Machine Addr
READ LOCAL PARAMETER
2
20 80+Parameter
Number
80 B8+Machine Addr
REPLY TO READ LOCAL
PARAMETER
2
60 80+Parameter
Number
80+Parameter
Data
B8+Machine Addr
WRITE LOCAL PARAMETER
2
21 80+Parameter
Number
80+Parameter
Data
B8+Machine Addr
REPLY TO WRITE LOCAL
PARAMETER
2
61 80+Parameter
Number
80+Parameter
Data
B8+Machine Addr 1
READ GLOBAL PARAMETER
3
20 80+Parameter
Number
80 98+Machine Addr
REPLY TO READ GLOBAL
PARAMETER
3
60 80+Parameter
Number
80+Parameter
Data
98+Machine Addr
WRITE GLOBAL PARAMETER
3
21 80+Parameter
Number
80+Parameter
Data
98+Machine Addr
REPLY TO WRITE GLOBAL
PARAMETER
3
61 80+Parameter
Number
80+Parameter
Data
98+Machine Addr 1
SAVE 23 80 + Initial Setup
Number
80+Destination
Setup Number
98+Machine Addr 2
IDENTIFY MACHINE 3D 81 80 98+Machine Addr 3
IDENTIFY FIRMWARE VERS. 3D 83 80 98+Machine Addr 4
1 Version 1.2
2 See Table 4
3 See Table 5

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Communication Protocol
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Table 4 defines the local parameter data:
Table 4: Local Parameter Data
Local Parameter Number
Description # Local Parameter Data
0 - 720p/60
1 - 720p/59
2 - 720p/50
3 - 1080i/60
4 - 1080i/59
5 - 1080i/50
6 - 1080p/30
7 - 1080p/29
8 - 1080p/25
9 - 1080p/24
A - 1080p/23
B - 1080sf/30
C - 1080sf/29
D - 1080sf/25
E - 1080sf/24
Input Standard 01
F - 1080sf/23
0 - Auto
Mode Input Standard 02 1 - Forced
0 - Bi-Level
SYNC Type 04 1 - Tri-Level
0 - NO TEST SIGNAL
1 - COLOR BAR 100%
2 - Y-SWEEP 30 MHZ
3 - PULSE 2T AND BAR
4 - Y-RAMP
5 - C-SWEEP 15 MHZ
6 - RAINBOW
7 - GRID
Test Signal 05
8 - GRID INVERS
Black 08 -32% - +31% (1% step)
Y-gain 09 -64% - +63% (1% step)
Gain 0A -64% - +63% (1% step)
Color 0B -64% - +63% (1% step)
B-Y 0C -64% - +63% (1% step)
R-Y 0D -64% - +63% (1% step)
Sharpness 0E 0% - +150% (10% step)

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Table 5 defines the global parameter data:
Table 5: Global Parameter Data
Global Parameter Number
Description # Global Parameter Data
0 - Off (Default)
Panel Lock 00 1 - On
Machine Address 01 0,1
Setup Number 02 0 - 15
0 - Black Screen (Default)
Free Run Mode 03 1 - Blue Screen
0 - 720p/60
1 - 720p/59
2 - 720p/50
3 - 1080i/60
4 - 1080i/59
5 - 1080i/50
6 - 1080p/30
7 - 1080p/29
8 - 1080p/25
9 - 1080p/24
A - 1080p/23
B - 1080sf/30
C - 1080sf/29
D - 1080sf/25
E - 1080sf/24
F -1080sf/23
10 - Not Identified
Input Standard
(Read Only)
(AUTO Mode Only)
08
11 - Not Identified
0 - Input Signal is Present
Presence of Input Signal (Read
Only) 09 1 - No Input Signal
NOTE 1: These commands are sent by the unit also when Local / Global parameters are changed via the front panel or as a
result of execution of any other command.
NOTE 2: If it is necessary merely to save adjusted parameters in initial setup number (no setup number change), then the
value of byte3 must be equal to the value of byte2 - initial setup number.
NOTE 3: The reply to the Identify Machine command shows the machine name
- 1st byte: 0x7d
- 2nd byte: 0x80 + 0x00 (0 dec)
- 3rd byte: 0x80 + 0x29 (42 dec) - for the unit FC-42
- 4th byte: 0x98
NOTE 4: The reply to the Identify Firmware command shows the firmware version as
- 1st byte: 0x7d
- 2nd byte: 0x80 + the version number prior to decimal point
- 3rd byte: 0x80 + the version number following the decimal point
- 4th byte: 0x98
For example, for version 3.5, the reply would be 0x7d, 0x83, 0x85, 0x98.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
WHO IS PROTECTED?
WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED
WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE
LIMI TATION OF IMPLI ED WA RRANTIES
EXCLUSION O F DAMAGES
CAUTION!
Kramer Electronics (hereafter ) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
following terms.
Kramer
HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase.
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items. We will not pay for the following:
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall
not be liable for:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.
All products returned to Kramer for service must haveprior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.
Thisequipment has been testedto determine compliance with the requirements of:
EN-50081: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);
generic emission standard.
Residential, commercial and light industry"
EN-50082: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.
Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry environment".
CFR-47: FCC* Rules and Regulations:
Part 15: “Radio frequency devices
Subpart B Unintentional radiators”
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered
by the warranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed, or on which the WARRANTY VOID
TAMPERED sticker has been torn,
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature
ii) Product modification, or failure to followinstructions supplied with the product
iii) Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer
iv) Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier)
v) Removal or installation of the product
vi) Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect
vii) Cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories usedin conjunction with the product
1. Removal or installations charges.
2. Costs of
initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased.
3. Shipping charges.
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty
coverage, and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name,
company, address, and a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
1. Damage to other property caused by defects inthis product,damages basedupon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss
of time, commercial loss; or:
2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise. Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or
modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the
equipment.
Use the suppliedDC power supply to feed power to the machine.
Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.
IF reattached, removed or otherwise interfered with.
* FCC and CEapproved using STPcable (for twisted pair products)
NOTE:
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We welcome your questions, comments and feedback.
Caution
Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.