SIIG FireWire Home DV Kit User manual

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FireWireHomeDVKit
Quick Installation Guide
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Introducing the FireWire Home DV Kit
The FireWire Home DV Kit provide 3 FireWire 400 (6pin)
ports for multiple device connections. It includes 3-port
FireWire400PCIadapter,DVcable,anddeluxeDVediting
software for complete DV editing solution.
KeyFeaturesandBenefits
• Compliant with IEEE 1394-1995, P1394a-2000 and
OHCI 1.1 standards
• PCI 2.2 compliant and works in 32-/64-bit,
3.3V/5V PCI or PCI-X slots
• Provides3externalFireWire(1394a)portstoconnect
up to 63 FireWire devices
• Supports serial bus data transfer rates of 100, 200,
400Mbps
• Supports asynchronous and isochronous data
transfer modes
• Hot-swapping feature allows you to attach/detach
FireWire devices without first powering your
computer off
• The included Ulead VideoStudio DV editing
software provides exciting digital video capturing
and editing capabilities

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SystemRequirements
• Pentium®III or equivalent PC with an available PCI
slot
• Windows®2000 / XP (32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 (32-
/64-bit) / Vista (32-/64-bit)
Recommended system for DV capturing or editing
• Pentium 4 or equivalent PC
• 512MB RAM and 5GB available hard disk space
PackageContents
• FireWire 3-Port PCI adapter
• Ulead VideoStudio DV editing software
• FireWire (6-pin/4-pin) cable
• Quick Installation Guide
Layout
Figure 1: Board Layout
FireWire Ports

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Hardware Installation
General instructions for installing the card are provided
below. Since the design of computer cases and
motherboards vary, refer to your computer’s reference
manual for further information, if needed.
StaticElectricity Discharge may permanently damage your
system. Discharge any static electricity build up in your
body by touching your computer’s case for a few seconds.
Avoid any contact with internal parts and handle cards
only by their external edges.
1. Turn OFF the power to your computer and any
other connected peripheral devices.
2. Unplug the power cord from the back of the
computer.
3. Remove your computer cover.
4. Remove the slot bracket from an available PCI slot.
5. To install the card, carefully align the card's bus
connector with the selected PCI slot on the
motherboard. Push the board down firmly, but
gently, until it is well seated.
6. Replace the slot bracket holding screw to secure the
card.
7. Replace the computer cover and reconnect the
power cord.

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Driver Installation
Please make sure the board is installed before proceeding
with driver installation.
Windows 2000 / XP / Server 2003 / Vista
Windows will automatically detect and install the correct
driver for the FireWire (1394a) host adapter.
ToVerifySuccessfulInstallation
1. Right click My Computer, then click Manage. Click
Device Manager.
2. Double click 1394 Bus Controller or IEEE 1394 Bus
host controllers option.
3. IEEE 1394 Host Controller should be displayed.
Ulead VideoStudio Software Installation
The FireWire Home DV Kit includes Ulead®VideoStudioTM
digital video editing software for producing home videos,
complete with attractive titles, transitions and sounds.
Before installing VideoStudio, make sure your adapter
and DV camcorder are properly installed and configured.
See next section, Connecting DV Camcorder,for more
details on how to properly install your DV camcorder.
1. Insert the Ulead VideoStudio DV software CD.
Auto-run should start automatically. If not, click
Start, Run, type in X:\Autorun.exe, then click OK.
(change X: to match the drive letter of your CD-
ROM)

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2. Choose Install Ulead VideoStudio and follow the
onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
Note: For instructions on how to use Ulead
VideoStudio,pleaserefertoVStudio.pdffilelocated
in the Document\Manual directory on the Ulead
VideoStudio DV editing software CD.
Connecting DV Camcorder
Before setting up the digital video camcorder, make sure
to verify the driver for the adapter has been successfully
installed in your system and follow the setup procedures
listed below.
1. Boot up your system.
2. Connect the 4-pin connector of the provided
FireWire(1394) 6-pin/4-pin DV cable to your digital
camcorder, and connect the 6-pin connector to an
available port on the 1394 adapter. Power on the
camcorder. The camcorder should now appear in
Device Manager.
ToVerifySuccessfulDVCamcorderSetup
1. Right click My Computer, click Manage,then click
Device Manager.
2. Double click Imaging Device(s).
3. Microsoft DV Camera and VCR or DV Camcorder
should be displayed.

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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Supporthas answers! Simply visit our web site at
www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support database is updated daily
with new drivers and solutions. Answers to your questions could be just a few
clicks away. You can also submit questions online and a technical support
analysts will promptly respond.
SIIG offers a lifetime manufacturer warranty with this product. Please see our
web site for more warranty details. If you encounter any problems with this
product, please follow the procedures below.
Ifit iswithin the store'sreturn policyperiod, please returnthe product tothe store
where you purchased from. If your purchase has passed the store's return policy
period, please follow these steps to have the product repaired or replaced.
Step 1: Submit your RMA request.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a
request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be
defective, an RMA number will be issued.
Step 2: After obtaining an RMA number, ship the product.
• Properly pack the product for shipping. All accessories that came with
the original package must be included.
• Clearly writeyourRMAnumber on the topofthereturned package. SIIG
will refuse to accept any shipping package, and will not be responsible
fora productreturnedwithout anRMAnumber postedonthe outsideof
the shipping carton.
• You are responsible for the cost of shipping. Ship the product to the
following address:
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
RMA #:
• SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via Ground
in the U.S. and International Economy outside of the U.S. at
no cost to the customer.

About SIIG, Inc.
Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading computer upgrade manufacturer of I/O
connectivityproducts, includingPCI & ISAserial andparallelports, USB,Serial
ATA & UltraATA controllers, FireWire (1394a/b), networking, sound cards,
and other accessories. SIIG is the premier one-stop source of upgrades.
SIIG products offer comprehensive user manuals, many user-friendly features,
and are backed by an extensive manufacturer warranty. High-quality control
standards are evident by the overall ease of installation and compatibility of
our products, as well as one of the lowest defective return rates in the industry.
SIIG products can be found in computer retail stores, mail order catalogs,
through major distributors, system integrators, and VARs in the Americas and
the UK, and through e-commerce sites.
FireWire Home DV Kit is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and the SIIG logo are registered
trademarks of SIIG, Inc. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
contries. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Other names used in this
publicationareforidentification onlyand maybe trademarksof theirrespective companies.
February, 2009 Copyright © 2009 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
PRODUCTNAME
FireWire Home DV Kit
FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS B
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCCCOMPLIANCESTATEMENT:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
SIIG,Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
Ph: 510-657-8688