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1. Remote Coax BNC connector on the rear panels using the specified coax cable with a maximum length of 80m 260ft On the first VA 130FW connect the FireWire device for example a video camcorder to PORT 1 or PORT 2 Technical Specifications 5 On the second VA 130FW connect the FireWire device for example a computer workstation to PORT 1 or PORT 2 On both VA 130FW units The ON LEDs light green and The Link Remote LEDs light green indicating that a coax link has been established between the units Note You can connect two FireWire devices simultaneously to a VA 130FW however only one device can be active at a time 6 Technical Specifications Table 2 lists the technical specifications of the VA 130FW Table 2 Technical Specifications of the VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub PORTS Two FireWire ports on 9 circuit bilingual FireWire 800 connectors One coax port on a BNC connector TRANSFER RATE Up to 800Mbps TRANSMISSION DISTANCE Up to 80m 260ft IEEE 1394 STANDARDS IEEE 1394b 2002 IEEE 1394 1995 IEEE 1394b 2002 up to 800Mpbs ESD LINE PROTECTION IEC 61000 4 2 ESD 15kV air 8kV contact IEC 61000 4 5 Lightning 12A 8 20us and IEC 61000 4 4 EFT 40A 5 50ns POWER SOURCE 12 VDC 2 0A OPERATING 0 to 55 C 32 to 131 F TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non con2. Hub is a truly unique product that lets you extend the standard 4 5m 13 5ft FireWire range up to 80m 262ft at a maximum of 800Mbps see Figure 2 using Kramer s BC 1X RG 6 co axial cable The VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub e Isa serial bus based on the 1394b standard that enables quick universal interfacing between digital video audio and data and computer hardware items e Supports Plug and Play hot swapping and isochronous and asynchronous applications In particular the VA 130FW e Fully supports provisions of IEEE P1394b revision 1 33 at 800Mbps signaling rates Fully supports provisions of IEEE 1394a 2000 and 1394 1995 standards for a high performance serial bus Is fully interoperable with Firewire i Link and SB1394 implementation of IEEE standard 1394 Provides two fully backward compatible 1394a 2000 fully compliant bilingual P1394b cable ports at up to 800Mbps e Enables 1394 signals up to 800Mbps to be transmitted and received across an extended range on coaxial cable e Includes built in protection from electrostatic discharge ESD by suppressing all transient high voltages to allowed levels To achieve the best performance e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality e Position your VA 130FW away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 3 1 Recommendations for Best Performance To achieve the best perfor
3. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub Contents Contents Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start Overview 3 1 Recommendations for Best Performance 4 Defining the VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub 5 Connecting FireWire Devices via Two VA 130FW Units 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub Front and Rear Panels Figure 2 Connecting FireWire Devices via Two VA 130FW Units Tables Table 1 VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub Front and Rear Panel Features Table 2 Technical Specifications of the VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub DD Nu A WW N jua Introduction 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 that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer DigiTOOLSTM VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub which is ideal for e Digital video production editing studios and live digital video broadcasting e PC FireWire port extensions and long cable drivers The packag
4. densing DIMENSIONS 12cm x 6 9cm x 2 4cm 4 72 x 2 72 x 0 96 W D H WEIGHT 0 4kg 0 88lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power supply Cable C FM9 FM9 3 OPTIONS Rack mount bracket RK 3T Kramer cable BC 1X 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY We warrant this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED 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 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 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 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 follow ins
5. e VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub PORT 2 LINK ON REMOTE O O Firewire 800 Remote Repeater Hub VA 1 30FW PORT 3 REMOTE Coax Figure 1 VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub Front and Rear Panels Table 1 VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub Front and Rear Panel Features Feature Function 1 PORT 1 FireWire 9 circuit Connector Connect to a FireWire device PORT 2 FireWire 9 circuit Connector Connect to a FireWire device 2 LINK REMOTE LED Lights green when the remote coax link is established 3 ON LED Lights green when the device is powered on 4 PORT 3 REMOTE COAX BNC Connector Connect to another VA 130FW remote coax port via RG 6 coaxial cable 5 12VDC Connect to 12V DC power adapter center pin positive 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting FireWire Devices via Two VA 130FW Units Connecting FireWire Devices via Two VA 130FW Units Video Camcorder sy Long coax Computer Figure 2 Connecting FireWire Devices via Two VA 130FW Units To connect FireWire devices via two VA 130FW units as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 l 2 Connect one power adapter to the first VA 130FW and to the mains supply Connect the second power adapter to the second VA 130FW and to the mains supply Connect the two VA 130FW units together via the Port 3
6. e includes the following items e VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub e Power adapter 12V DC output e This user manual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from http www kramerelectronics com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps Step 1 Connect the VA 130FW see Section 5 Video Camcorder Connect the FireWire devices Connect the two VA 130FW units via coax cable Attach the power supplies to the VA 130FW units and connect both to the mains power see Section 5 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The high quality Kramer DigiTOOLSTM VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater
7. es or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment E Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine E Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC andCE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 1 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000658 REV 1A
8. mance 1 Hardware items include digital photo and video cameras computers hard disks scanners and graphic cards 2 When a device is added or removed the 1394 bus re enumerates and configures automatically 3 You can connect and disconnect inputs and outputs dynamically without having to restart the PC or cycle power 4 Video audio applications require constant transfer rates which the serial bus provides by supporting isochronous transfers 5 Often when connecting a live DV source to a receptor an electrical potential difference or any other element creating a high voltage such as ESD or a live chassis may permanently damage one or both of the connected devices This high voltage may be seen as a spark occurring at the instant of connection or may not be seen at all but nevertheless can result in costly damage 3 Defining the VA 130FW FireWire 800 Remote Repeater Hub e Use only high quality coaxial cable for example Kramer s BC 1X and true 75Q high quality BNC connectors for example Kramer s CON BNC TWIST 75R NBNC75BTU11 e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your VA 130FW away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit MENTA Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing the device or servicing unit 4 Defining th
9. to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES 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 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon 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 This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 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 CAUTION E Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes chang
10. tructions 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 orinstallation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 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 HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 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 LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration
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