Kramer FC-49 User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

FC-49

DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter

P/N: 2900-000286 Rev 6

FC-49 – Contents

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3Overview 4

3.1 Defining the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter 5

4Connecting the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter 6

5Acquiring an EDID 7

6Technical Specifications 8

7Default EDID 9

Figures

Figure 1: FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter 5

Figure 2: Connecting the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter 6

FC-49 – 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: 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 and

GROUP 11: Sierra Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer TOOLS FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI

Converter, which is ideal for:

Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications

Rental and staging

FC-49 - Getting Started

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

Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp

to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if

firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in

signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often

associated with low quality cables)

Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils

Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

Position your Kramer FC-49 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and

dust

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be

connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

2.2 Safety Instructions

Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall

adapter that is provided with the unit.

Warning:

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall

before installing

FC-49 – Getting Started

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims

to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by

requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,

Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced

Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and

recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN

facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go

to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

FC-49 - Overview

3 Overview

The Kramer FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter is a high−quality format

converter and embedder for DVI and audio signals. It converts a DVI signal and

embeds an unbalanced stereo, S/PDIF or TOSLINK® audio signal to an HDMI

output.

The FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter features:

A maximum data rate up to 4.95Gbps (1.65Gbps per graphics channel)

HDCP compliance

HDTV compatibility

Auto Format Detection for digital RGB or YPbPr

A DVI−D input signal on a DVI−I connector

I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™ - Intelligent EDID

handling and processing algorithm ensures Plug and Play operation for

HDMI systems

In addition, the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter:

Adds HDMI output capability to your DVI source so that, for example, an

HDMI television can be used with your DVI source (For example, the DVI

source can also be the DVI graphics output of a PC as well as its audio

signal) with sound

Includes automatic audio input detection. If a digital input (S/PDIF or

TOSLINK®) is detected, the FC-49 selects the digital input. If no digital input

is detected, the machine selects the analog input.

Note that S/PDIF and TOSLINK® inputs may not be connected

simultaneously

Supports a TOSLINK® sample rate of 44.1kHz and 48kHz

Is housed in a Kramer TOOLS™ enclosure. Three units can be rack

mounted side−by−side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK−3T rack

adapter

FC-49 – Overview

3.1 Defining the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter

Figure 1: FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter

Feature

Function

12V DC

+12V DC connector for powering the unit

AUDIO

INPUTS

S/PDIF RCA Connector

Connects to the digital audio source

OPTICAL TosLink®

Connector

Connects to the digital audio source

ANALOG 3.5mm Mini

Jack

Connects to the analog audio source

DVI IN Connector

Connects to the DVI source

HDMI OUT Connector

Connects to the HDMI acceptor

OUT LED

Illuminates to indicate that a display is

connected

IN LED

Illuminates to indicate a signal at the input

ON LED

Illuminates when receiving power

EDID CAPTURE Button

Press and hold to acquire EDID

The audio inputs are automatically detected: if a digital input (S/PDIF or

TOSLINK®) is detected, the machine selects the digital input. If no

digital input is detected, the machine selects the analog input.

Note that S/PDIF and TOSLINK® inputs cannot be connected

simultaneously.

FC-49 - Connecting the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter

4 Connecting the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI

Converter

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your

FC-49. After connecting your FC-49, connect its power and then switch

on the power to each device.

To connect the FC-49, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 do the following:

1. Connect the HDMI OUT connector to the HDMI acceptor (for example, an

LCD TV with built-in speakers).

2. Connect the DVI source, for example, a multimedia player (or a PC) to the:

DVI IN connector

S/PDIF (digital audio) RCA IN connector (or you can connect the audio

source to the ANALOG or OPTICAL audio connector)

Note: S/PDIF in the FC-49 supports stereo audio and not 5.1 channel

audio.

3. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the

adapter to the mains electricity (not illustrated in Figure 2).

Figure 2: Connecting the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter

FC-49 – Acquiring an EDID

5 Acquiring an EDID

To acquire a new EDID, do the following:

1. Connect the power supply.

2. Connect the new output display (or keep it disconnected to acquire the

default EDID).

3. Press and hold the EDID CAPTURE button until the green IN LED starts

flashing, and then release the button.

The EDID is acquired after the IN LED stops flashing.

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