Kramer VS-40FW [3/13] Introduction

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

Congratulations on purchasing the Kramer DigiTOOLS® VS-40FW

FireWire® 800/1394b Repeater / HUB, which is ideal for:

that are clearly

defined by function.

• Digital video production and editing studios

• Digital video live broadcasting

• PC FireWire® port extensions and long cable drive

Each package includes the following items:

• VS-40FW FireWire® 800/1394b Repeater / HUB

• Power adapter (12V DC Input)

• 1 0.9m (3ft) 9-pin FireWire® cable

• This user manual

2 Getting Started

We recommend that you:

• Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and

packaging materials for possible future shipment

• Review the contents of this user manual

• 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 our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com