StarTech.com PCI1394_2 User manual

PCI Firewire DV Editing Kit
PCI1394_2
PCI1394_2LP
Instruction Manual
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2+1 Port IEEE-1394 FireWire PCI Card with Digital Video Editing Kit

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Hardware Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Instruction Manual
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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com PCI 1394 2+1 FireWire card. Providing two
external and one internal FireWire port, this card is the perfect solution for connecting a
broad array of peripherals including digital video cameras, MP3 players and more to a
host computer, for top level performance and file transfer capability.
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•Supports data transfer rates of 100, 200 and 400 Mbps
Features
System requirements
•A computer with an available PCI slot
Package contents
This package should contain:
•Compliant with IEEE 1394-1995, 1394a (rev. 1.1)
•Compliant with OHCI Interface Specification 1.0
•Provides hot-swappable connectivity for FireWire peripherals
•Operating system: Windows® 2000 / XP / Server 2003 / Vista
•Two Port PCI FireWire Card (1)
•FireWire Cable (1)
•Video Editing Software Kit (1)
•Instruction Manual
•Low-profile Bracket (1) (PCI1394_2 only)
•Standard Bracket (1) (Pre-installed, PCI1394_2 only)

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Please note: The internal FireWire port (designated above as P1) cannot be used while
the first external port (designated above as P2) is in use.
P1, P2:FireWire 400 port (6 pin)
P3: FireWire 400 port (4 pin)
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WARNING! PCI cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged
by static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your
computer case or touching your card. StarTech.com recommends that you wear
an anti-static strap when installing any computer component. If an anti-static
strap is unavailable, discharge yourself of any static electricity build-up by
touching a large grounded metal surface (such as the computer case) for
several seconds. Also, be careful to handle the card by its edges and not the
gold connectors.
1. Power down the computer. As an additional precaution, you may wish to disconnect
the computer from the power source.
P1
P2
P3

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2. Remove the computer cover. For more detailed instruction on how to perform this
step, please refer to the documentation that was included with your computer at the
time of purchase.
3. Locate an empty PCI slot and remove the metal bracket covering the accompanying
empty port/socket.
4. PCI1394_2 only: If you need to change the bracket to fit your case requirements,
please remove the two screws fastening the bracket to the circuit board using a
Philips (cross-head) screwdriver, then replace with the secondary bracket (included).
5. Position the card above the open PCI slot, ensuring that the card is properly aligned
with the slot. Insert the card firmly into the slot, distributing force evenly across the
length of the board. Once inserted, secure the card into the adjoining socket
(previously covered by metal bracket), using the correct size screw.
6. Replace the computer cover and re-connect all power to the computer (if it was
removed in Step #1).
Software Installation
Once the computer has been restarted following the physical installation of the card,
Windows® 2000/XP/Vista will automatically detect and install the correct driver for the
FireWire adapter.
To verify that the driver has correctly been installed:
1. Right-click on the My Computer icon. If you are using Windows Vista, right-click on
Computer.
2. Select Manage, to open the Computer Management window.
3. In the left pane of the Computer Management window, click on Device Manager.
4. In the right pane of the Computer Management window, click on IEEE 1394 Bus host
controller. Here, you should see VIA OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controller
listed.

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industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
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products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following
the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or
replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and
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arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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Chipset VIA 6307
Bus Interface PCI bus 32 bit
Operating System Support Windows 98SE/ME, 2000 and XP, Vista
Connectors External x2 (1 4-pin, 1 6-pin)
Internal (6-pin) x 1
Data Transfer Rates Supported 100/200/400Mbps
Regulatory Certifications ROHS, FCC, CE

8 July 2007 (Rev. A)
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