Omega Deck
Manual, Fast Forward Video, Inc. – Revised 1/06/04
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MAINTENANCE
Precautions
The Omega Deck has been built to meet the demands of a studio environment, however, the hardware is subject
to the same dangers from static as any other electronic device. Use care when connecting or disconnecting
cables.
IMPORTANT: Take care not to introduce any moisture into the unit. Electronic assemblies are sensitive to static
electricity, due to the electrostatically sensitive devices used within the circuitry. All semiconductors, as well as
some resistors and capacitors, may be damaged or degraded by exposure to static electricity. The hard drives
and the video card must receive adequate ventilation, and be kept as cool as possible. We have designed a
bracket with fans, already installed into each Omega Deck. This device will help prevent over heating of the drive
and the video card. Overheating will most likely cause the unit to malfunction and possibly damage the video
card.
If you experience any problems with the unit please call Fast Forward Video’s service department. DO NOT
ATTEMPT to repair or modify the unit as this might cause further damage, which could void your warranty. A
technician can decipher whether your problem is caused by a faulty component, and determine whether you need
to return it for evaluation and/or repair.
Cleaning
The chassis should only require dusting with a soft cloth. Solvents may harm the painted surface and leak to the
inside causing severe damage. If you work in a dusty environment, periodic dusting within the unit using forced air
is recommended to ensure the life of the fan and power supply.
Operation and Storage Environment
Due to the nature of the SCSI hard drives used with this device THE UNIT MUST BE USED IN A WELL
VENTILATED AREA. Do not cover or block the ventilation area and try to avoid areas with excessive heat, which
may cause the video card to malfunction.
PACKAGE CONTENTS (May vary depending on model)
1 RS-232/422 Converter (KEEP IT HANDY FOR FIRMWARE UPDATES)
Used to up-load the latest versions of the firmware to the deck, using your computer and a terminal
emulation program (please refer to software update procedure on page 8 for instructions). The RS-
232/422 is also required if you are planning to control the Omega Deck via the RS-422 port also for using
the control software.
1 POWER CABLE a standard 3-pin power cable.
1 SET of RACK EARS and 4 screws. The Omega Deck is rack mountable.
1-2 68 PIN SCSI TERMINATOR one per channel, (for non-removable drive version of Omega Decks).
1 CONTROL SOFTWARE CD (One free per order)
1 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE and BASIC MENU SETTINGS laminated sheets
1 PACK OF ASSORTED HARD DRIVE SCREWS.
If hard drives were ordered or dropped shipped to us they will come already installed in the unit and tested.
Optional Serial Digital Interface cards or Extended Memory cards will also be installed in the unit.
PLEASE RETAIN THE ORIGINAL SHIPPING CARTON AND FOAM
If you need to return the unit for
service or upgrade it is STRONGLY recommended that you use the original carton and foam, which were
specifically designed to protect it from damage while in transit.
IF RETURNED IN SOMETHING OTHER
THAN ORIGIANL PACKAGING, A $30.00 FEE WILL BE ASSESED FOR THE USE OF NEW SHIPPING
MATERIALS WHEN RETURNED BACK TO YOU. A PROTECTIVE METAL SHIPPING CASE IS ACCEPTABLE.
FCC information to the user
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2). This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This
equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class a digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case, the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
