StarTech.com PEX1394A2DV User manual
PEX1394A2DV
2 Port PCI Express FireWire 400 Card
with Digital Video Editing Kit
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
vice, 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 off 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 different 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
Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................... 1
Features ......................................................................................1
Package Contents .......................................................................1
Installation...................................................................................... 2
Installing the PCI Express card ...................................................2
Installing the Drivers....................................................................2
Verifying Driver installation ..........................................................2
Specifications ................................................................................ 4
Technical Support ......................................................................... 5
Warranty Information .................................................................... 5
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 2 Port PCI Express FireWire
400 Card with Digital Video Editing Kit. Supporting single lane PCI
Express installation, this card provides FireWire data transfer rates of
up to 400Mbps for high speed connections to a broad range of FireWire
peripherals.
Plus, PEX1394A2DV includes ULEAD® Video Editing software, allowing
for simple editing of video from connected devices including Digital Cam-
eras, external hard drives, DV camcorders, webcams, personal multime-
dia players and more.
Features
Includes everything needed to edit your own home movies, add scene•
transitions and other effects with the included ULEAD® VideoStudio®
SE software
Provides high speed data transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps•
Compliant with PCI Express Specification 1.0a•
Easy to Install and use•
Package Contents
1 X 2 Port FireWire Card•
1 X 5’ Firewire 4-6 pin M/M Cable•
1 X ULEAD® Ver. 10.0 Video Editing Software CD•
1 X Instruction Manual•
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Installation
Installing the PCI Express card
Make sure that your system is unplugged and that you are grounded.1.
Remove the cover of your system (see your computer’s user manual2.
for details, if necessary) and gently turn your computer onto its side, so
that the PCI Express expansion slot openings on the motherboard are
facing upwards.
Locate an empty PCI Express slot and remove the metal plate that3.
covers the corresponding rear bracket.You may need a Phillips screw
driver to perform this step. Retain the screw! You will need it to secure
the card later.
Gently insert the card into the empty slot, making sure it is firmly4.
seated.
Secure the card in place using the screw you removed in Step 3.5.
Replace and secure the computer cover.6.
Installing the Drivers
Once the PCI Express card has been installed, it is safe to power up the
computer. The operating system will detect the presence of the card and
automatically install the necessary drivers.
Verifying Driver installation
To verify that the drivers have successfully been installed on a
1.
computer running Windows 2000, XP or Vista™.
From the desktop, right-click on2. My Computer (Computer for Windows
Vista™), and select Manage.
WARNING! PCI Express 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 card.
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In the3. Computer Management window that appears, click on Device
Manager in the left pane.
In the right pane, click on IEEE1394 Bus Host Controllers. If the
card is installed correctly, you will see a listing for OHCI Compliant
IEEE 394 Host Controller:
Windows XP
Windows Vista™
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Specications
Regulatory Certifications FCC, CE, ROHS
Bus Type 1394A PCI Express Card
Connectors 2 x FireWire (6-pin) (female)
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 400Mbps
Chipset JMicron JM381
OS Support Windows 2000/XP/Vista™
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commit-
ment 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 workman-
ship 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
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LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages
(whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or
otherwise), loss of profits, 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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