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Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards
Video Capture Card Driver
• Multiple cards per system, 16 streams per channel
• Frame sync and time stamping
• Direct Show interface
• RGBEasy API
B.1.3 What's Included
Your packing box should contain the following items:
• (1) Base Video Capture Card
• (1) Audio Module Card
• (1) Full height bracket fitted to base card
• (1) audio breakout cable
• (1) DVI/VGA adapter
• (1) DVI/Component adapter
• (1) DVI/HDMI adapter
• DVD with software
All plug-in cards are static-sensitive and are packed in anti-static material. Keep the card in its packaging until
you are ready to install.
We recommend that you do not discard the packing box until you are completely satisfied with the Video
Capture Card and it is fully installed and working correctly. We also recommend that you note the serial number
of the card in a prominent place before the card is plugged into the computer. This should hasten any query if
you need to contact Black Box Technical Support. The serial number is displayed on the card itself and the box
label.
B.1.4 Installing the Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-A-2)
You are likely to need a flat blade and/or a cross-head screwdriver to install the card; it would be useful to have
these on hand before you begin.
1. Power down the PC (including peripherals), switch off the main power, and disconnect all the cables
connected to the computer, noting the positions for accurate reconnection.
2. Remove the PC cover.
3. For the VCC-SD-HD-A-2 video capture card, locate a vacant PCI Express slot (x4 or higher) on the motherboard
and remove the blanking plate (retain all screws).
CAUTION: If you are in doubt, consult your motherboard documentation to correctly identify a PCI Express slot.
If the card is forced into a 32 or 64 bit PCI or PCI-X slot it, will be irreparably damaged when the
system is powered up, and the warranty will be void.
4. Reconnect all cables to the PC, then connect a DVI cable (not supplied).
5. A standard definition signal can be connected to the RCA connector on the VCC-SD-HD-A-2.
6. An Audio feed can be connected to the Audio Module via the Audio Breakout Cable.
7. Power up the PC and install the software.