Kramer FireWire VS-30FW User Manual

Kramer FireWire VS-30FW User Manual

800/1394b repeater/hub
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  • Page 1 " % & ( &...
  • Page 2 VS-30FW Video Hard Drive PC (via FW) Camcorder For best results, we recommend that you always use Kramer high-performance cables to connect AV equipment to the VS-30FW Step 4: Connect the power Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Defining the VS-30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater/HUB Using the VS 30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater / HUB Powering the FireWire Devices Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1: VS-30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater/HUB Front and Rear Panels Figure 2: Connecting the VS-30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater / HUB VS-30FW – Contents...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    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 that are clearly defined by function.
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    • Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality • Position your Kramer VS-30FW away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust Caution: No operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning: Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall...
  • Page 6: Overview

    • Requires 9-Pin FireWire® 800 Cable • Compact Kramer TOOLS™ - 3 units can be rack mounted side-by-side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK-3T rack adapter About the VS-30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater/HUB Many computers today come with one or more FireWire ports on the rear panel.
  • Page 7 The hub has to be powered from an AC adapter, which supplies power to the bus. The VS-30FW can supply up to 2.1A to the bus (each port can provide up to 1A).
  • Page 8: Firewire Compliance

    FireWire Compliance The VS-30FW is based on FireWire which: • Is a serial bus standard that enables quick universal interfacing between video and computer hardware items • Is simple to use and operates independently of the host system, letting you connect more items than you otherwise could (as a computer only has limited ports available), and for extended distances.
  • Page 9: Defining The Vs-30Fw Firewire 800/1394B Repeater/Hub

    Defining the VS-30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater/HUB Figure 1: VS-30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater/HUB Front and Rear Panels Feature Function PORT 1 Connects to the FireWire device 1 PORT 2 Connects to the FireWire device 2 PORT 3 Connects to the FireWire device 3...
  • Page 10: Using The Vs 30Fw Firewire 800/1394B Repeater / Hub

    Using the VS 30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater / HUB To use the VS-30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater / HUB, as the example in Figure 2 illustrates, do the following: Connect up to 3 FireWire devices to up to 3 ports, for example: PORT 1 to a video camcorder, PORT 2 to a hard drive, and PORT 3 to a computer.
  • Page 11: Powering The Firewire Devices

    12VDC (12V, 2.1A) (optional with the VS 30FW). In this case, each of the (up to) 3 FireWire devices can derive its power (up to 1A per port) from the respective VS 30FW FireWire port VS-30FW - Using the VS 30FW FireWire 800/1394b Repeater / HUB...
  • Page 12: Technical Specifications

    0.3kg (0.67lbs) approx. WEIGHT: Power supply, FireWire® cable (C-FM9/FM9-3), mounting ACCESSORIES: bracket RK-3T 19" rack adapter OPTIONS: Specifications are subject to change without notice Go to our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com to access the list of resolutions VS-30FW - Technical Specifications...
  • Page 13 1. Any product which is not distributed by us 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.
  • Page 14 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.com SAFETY WARNING...

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