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Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards
- Channel 2: Single SD/Composite Video
- Channel 3: SDI
• Flexible Audio Capture
• HDMI audio through HD Video Channel
• Analog Audio through optional Audio Module AM2
• Video Capture Card Driver
• Multiple cards per system
• Frame sync and time stamping
• Direct Show interface
• RGBEasy API
B.3.3 What's Included
• Video Capture Card
NOTE: 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
VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3 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.3.4 Installing the Capture Card
You are likely to need a flat blade and/or a cross head screwdriver for the installation of the VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3
card; it would be useful to have these to 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. Locate a vacant PCI Express slot (x4 or higher) on the motherboard and remove the blanking plate (retain all
screws).
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) distributing the DVI source signal to
the connector on the VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3 capture card.
5. A standard definition signal can be connected to the RCA connector on the VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3.
6. An SDI signal can be connected to the BNC connector.
7. Power up the PC and begin installing the software.