StarTech.com PCI1394_4 User manual

Manual Revision: 01/30/2012
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PCI1394_4
4 Port PCI 1394a FireWire Card
with Video Editing Kit
*actual product may vary from photos

FCC Compliance Statement
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
o 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 dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Instruction Manual i
Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................1
System Requirements ............................................................................................................................1
Installation............................................................................................................................................................2
Hardware Installation..............................................................................................................................2
Driver Installation......................................................................................................................................2
Installing and Using Your VideoStudio Software...................................................................2
Specications.....................................................................................................................................................3
Technical Support...........................................................................................................................................4
Warranty Information....................................................................................................................................4

Instruction Manual 1
Introduction
This card allows you to instantly connect your video camera, image scanner, digital still
camera, or any other IEEE-1394a FireWire device to your PC. With the included Ulead®
VideoStudio®digital editing software, you can easily edit video sequences.
Packaging Contents
• 1 x PCI FireWire card
• 1 x FireWire 4 to 6-pin cable
• 1 x ULEAD VideoStudio Software CD
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• Available Full Prole PCI expansion slot
• Windows 2000/ XP(32/64-bit)/ Server 2003(32/64-bit)/ Vista(32/64-bit)/ 7(32/64-bit), or
Mac OS 8.6 and up, or Linux

Instruction Manual 2
Installation
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 PCI
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 PCI card by its edges and not the gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
1. Turn your computer o and any peripherals connected to the computer (ie. Printers, external
hard drives, etc.). Unplug the power cable from the rear of the power supply on the back of
the computer.
2. Remove the cover from the computer case.
3. Locate an open PCI or PCI-X slot and remove the metal cover plate on the rear of the
computer case.
4. Insert the card into the open PCI or PCI-X slot and screw the bracket to the rear of the case.
5. Place the cover back onto the computer.
6. Insert the power cable into the socket on the power supply.
Driver Installation
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista, Mac OS X
No driver installation is required for these operating systems, as this FireWire card is natively
supported, so the drivers are already installed.
Installing and Using Your VideoStudio Software
For detailed instructions on the installation and use of the digital editing software, consult the
Ulead VideoStudio manual available on the CD or contact Ulead Systems (www.ulead.com).

Instruction Manual 3
Specications
Host Interface 32-bit PCI v2.1 (5V)
Form Factor Full Prole
Chipset VIA VT6306
FireWire Specication IEEE1394a-2000
External Connectors 3 x 6-pin FireWire port
Internal Connectors 1 x 6-pin FireWire port*
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 400 Mbps
Compatible Operating Systems Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/7,
Mac OS 8.6 or later
* The internal port and top external port cannot be used at the same time. Only one or the other is
active at a time.

Instruction Manual 4
Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a lifetime warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its 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 labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or
damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers,
directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive,
incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss,
arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If
such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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