Kramer Electronics FC-321 User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODELS:
FC-321
SD/HD-SDI to HDMI Converter/Switcher
P/N: 2900-000525 Rev 3
Contents
1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 2
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3 Overview 4 4 Defining the FC-321 5 5 Connecting the FC-321 7 6 Technical Specifications 9
Figures
Figure 1: FC-321 SD/HD-SDI to HDMI Converter/Switcher 5 Figure 2: Connecting the FC-321 Dual SD/HD-SDI to HDMI Converter/Switcher 8
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1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better!
Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer DigiTOOLS
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FC-321 SD/HD-SDI to
HDMI Converter/Switcher, which is ideal for the following typic al applications:
Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications
Rental and staging
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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
Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-
performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)
Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
Position your Kramer FC-321 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

2.2 Safety Instructions

Caution: There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning:
Warning:
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Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing
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