SIIG 04-0263E user manual

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FireWire 3-Port CardBus
Quick Installation Guide
Introducing the FireWire 3-Port CardBus
The FireWire 3-Port CardBus is designed to add FireWire
(1394a) interface to notebook computers for easy
connection to DV camcorders, hard disk drives, scanners,
printers, and other 1394 devices. For your convenience,
a FireWire (1394a) 6-pin/4-pin DV cable and deluxe DV
editing software are included for a complete DV editing
solution.
Features and Benefits
• Compliant with IEEE 1394-1995, P1394a-2000 and
O

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System Requirements • Pentium III or equivalent notebook PC with an available CardBus Type II slot • Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista Recommended system for Digital Video capturing/editing: • Pentium 4 or equivalent notebook computer • 512MB RAM and 5GB of available hard disk space Package Contents • FireWire 3-Port CardBus • FireWire (1394a) 6-pin/4-pin DV cable • Ulead VideoStudio DV editing software CD • Quick installation guide Layout 1394a Ports (6-pin) Power Adapter Jack Figure 1. Layout

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Hardware Installation General instructions for installing the card are provided below. Since the design of notebook computers vary, refer to your system reference manual for further information, if needed. 1. Power off your notebook computer and any other connected peripheral devices. 2. Insert the PC Card into the CardBus Type II slot of your notebook computer with its 68-pin connector facing the slot. Make sure it is inserted all the way in for a solid connection. 3. Power on your notebook co

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Ulead VideoStudio Software Installation ® TM The FireWire 3-Port Cardbus includes Ulead VideoStudio digital video editing software for producing home videos, complete with attractive titles, transitions and sounds. Before installing VideoStudio, make sure your adapter and DV camcorder are properly installed and configured. See next section, Connecting DV Camcorder, for more details on how to properly install your DV camcorder. 1. Insert the Ulead VideoStudio DV software CD. Auto-run should start

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Verify DV Camcorder Setup 1. Right click My Computer, click Manage, then click Device Manager. 2. Double click Imaging Device(s). 3. Microsoft DV Camera and VCR or DV Camcorder should be displayed. Connecting Other 1394 Devices Many FireWire devices have built-in driver support with Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista. Please refer to the device’s user manual for installation information. Depending on the device you purchased, a different 1394 cable may be needed. Refer to your 1394 device's ma

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Technical Support and Warranty QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers! Simply visit our web site at www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support database is updated daily with new drivers and solutions. Answers to your questions could be just a few clicks away. You can also submit questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly respond. SIIG offers a lifetime manufacturer warranty with this product. Please see our web site for more warranty details. If you enco

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About SIIG, Inc. Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading computer upgrade manufacturer of I/O connectivity products, including PCI & ISA serial and parallel ports, USB, Serial ATA & UltraATA controllers, FireWire (1394a/b), networking, sound cards, and other accessories. SIIG is the premier one-stop source of upgrades. SIIG products offer comprehensive user manuals, many user-friendly features, and are backed by an extensive manufacturer warranty. High-quality control standards are evident by