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Introduction 

 

1  Introduction 

Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and 

affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video, 

audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have 

redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 

500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups

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, which are clearly defined 

by function.  
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 

VS-4x4FW

 

4x4 FireWire 

Switcher

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This product is ideal for: 

 

Small digital video editing systems 

 

Data switching systems 

The package includes the following items: 

 

VS-4x4FW

 

 

This user manual

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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 

2.1  Quick Start 

This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps. 

                                                                            

1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3: 
Video,  Audio,  VGA/XGA  Processors;  GROUP  4:  Interfaces  and  Sync  Processors;  GROUP  5:  Twisted  Pair  Interfaces; 
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors 
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com/manuals.html 

Summary of Contents for VS-4x4FW

Page 1: ...Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VS 4x4FW 4x4 FireWire Switcher...

Page 2: ...5 5 1 Connecting the FireWire Switcher 5 5 2 Operating the FireWire Switcher 6 6 Technical Specifications 6 Figures Figure 1 VS 4x4FW 4x4 FireWire Switcher 4 Figure 2 Connecting the VS 4x4FW 4x4 FireW...

Page 3: ...he package includes the following items VS 4x4FW This user manual2 2 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible...

Page 4: ...KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Getting Started 2...

Page 5: ...x4FW away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust Note that constant plugging and unplugging of FireWire equipment can result in permanent damage to sensitive equipment due to ESD electrostatic disc...

Page 6: ...olation between inputs With its unpowered design is advantageous for applications in which various regulatory compliances would otherwise be required Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VS 4x4FW 4x4 FireW...

Page 7: ...ire Switcher to up to 4 sources and to up to 4 acceptors using 1394 cables with 6 pin connectors For example to connect the VS 4x4FW 4x4 FireWire Switcher to 2 sources a PC and a laptop and to one acc...

Page 8: ...digital video camera For example to route the signal from the laptop to the digital video camera as Figure 2 illustrates do the following Press the INPUT SELECTOR IN 3 button Press the OUTPUT SELECTOR...

Page 9: ...htning orother acts of nature ii Product modification or failure tofollowinstructions suppliedwith theproduct iii Repairorattemptedrepairby anyonenot authorized byKramer iv Anyshipment ofthe product c...

Page 10: ...or the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions commen...

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