KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
FC-49
DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter
P/N: 2900-000286 Rev 6
Contents
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FC-49 – Contents
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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 the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting
professional 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 Matrix
Switchers; 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 Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer TOOLS FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI
Converter, which is ideal for:
Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications
Rental and staging
FC-49 – Introduction
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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
to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if
firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).
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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-49 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.
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Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
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Warning: Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit.
Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
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FC-49 - Getting Started
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Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims
to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go
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Overview
The Kramer FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter is a high−quality format
converter and embedder for DVI and audio signals. It converts a DVI signal and
embeds an unbalanced stereo, S/PDIF or TOSLINK® audio signal to an HDMI
output.
The FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter features:
A maximum data rate up to 4.95Gbps (1.65Gbps per graphics channel)
HDCP compliance
HDTV compatibility
Auto Format Detection for digital RGB or YPbPr
A DVI−D input signal on a DVI−I connector
I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™ - Intelligent EDID
handling and processing algorithm ensures Plug and Play operation for
HDMI systems
In addition, the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter:
Adds HDMI output capability to your DVI source so that, for example, an
HDMI television can be used with your DVI source (For example, the DVI
source can also be the DVI graphics output of a PC as well as its audio
signal) with sound
Includes automatic audio input detection. If a digital input (S/PDIF or
TOSLINK®) is detected, the FC-49 selects the digital input. If no digital input
is detected, the machine selects the analog input.
Note that S/PDIF and TOSLINK® inputs may not be connected
simultaneously
Supports a TOSLINK® sample rate of 44.1kHz and 48kHz
Is housed in a Kramer TOOLS™ enclosure. Three units can be rack
adapter
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FC-49 - Overview
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Defining the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter
Figure 1: FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter
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Feature
Function
12V DC
+12V DC connector for powering the unit
AUDIO
INPUTS
S/PDIF RCA Connector Connects to the digital audio source
OPTICAL TosLink®
Connects to the digital audio source
Connector
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ANALOG 3.5mm Mini
Connects to the analog audio source
Jack
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DVI IN Connector
HDMI OUT Connector
OUT LED
Connects to the DVI source
Connects to the HDMI acceptor
Illuminates to indicate that a display is
connected
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IN LED
Illuminates to indicate a signal at the input
Illuminates when receiving power
Press and hold to acquire EDID
ON LED
10 EDID CAPTURE Button
The audio inputs are automatically detected: if a digital input (S/PDIF or
TOSLINK®) is detected, the machine selects the digital input. If no
digital input is detected, the machine selects the analog input.
Note that S/PDIF and TOSLINK® inputs cannot be connected
simultaneously.
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FC-49 – Overview
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Connecting the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI
Converter
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
FC-49. After connecting your FC-49, connect its power and then switch
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on the power to each device.
To connect the FC-49, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 do the following:
1. Connect the HDMI OUT connector to the HDMI acceptor (for example, an
LCD TV with built-in speakers).
2. Connect the DVI source, for example, a multimedia player (or a PC) to the:
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DVI IN connector
S/PDIF (digital audio) RCA IN connector (or you can connect the audio
source to the ANALOG or OPTICAL audio connector)
Note: S/PDIF in the FC-49 supports stereo audio and not 5.1 channel
audio.
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3. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
Figure 2: Connecting the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter
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FC-49 - Connecting the FC-49 DVI / Audio to HDMI Converter
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Acquiring an EDID
To acquire a new EDID, do the following:
1. Connect the power supply.
2. Connect the new output display (or keep it disconnected to acquire the
default EDID).
3. Press and hold the EDID CAPTURE button until the green IN LED starts
flashing, and then release the button.
The EDID is acquired after the IN LED stops flashing.
FC-49 – Acquiring an EDID
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Technical Specifications
INPUTS:
1 DVI-D on a DVI-I connector, 1.2Vpp on a Molex 24-
pin female connector; DDC signal 5Vpp (TTL)
1 S/PDIF on an RCA connector (stereo audio and not
5.1 channel audio)
1 unbalanced stereo audio on a 3.5mm mini jack,
1.5Vpp max.
1 TOSLINK® optical connector
HDMI connector
OUTPUT:
MAX. DATA RATE:
4.95Gbps (1.65Gbps per graphics channel) (UXGA,
1080p)
COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI
STANDARD:
Supports DVI 1.0, HDMI, and HDCP 1.1 and downward
compatible with HDCP 1.0
TOSLINK SAMPLE RATE:
CONTROLS:
44.1kHz and 48kHz
EDID button
INDICATOR LED:
POWER SOURCE:
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
HUMIDITY:
ON, IN, OUT
12V DC, 400mA
0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)
10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
12cm x 7.2cm x 2.4cm (4.73" x 2.83" 0.95") W, D, H
0.3kg (0.6lbs) approx.
DIMENSIONS:
WEIGHT:
ACCESSORIES:
OPTIONS:
Power supply, bracket installation kit
RK-3T 19" rack adapter
Specifications are subject to change without notice
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Default EDID
Monitor #2 [Real-time 0x0031]
Model name............... FC-49
Manufacturer............. KRM
Plug and Play ID......... KRM0000
Serial number............ 1
Manufacture date......... 2006, ISO week 12
Filter driver............ None
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EDID revision............ 1.3
Input signal type........ Digital (DVI)
Color bit depth.......... Undefined
Display type............. RGB color
Screen size.............. 700 x 390 mm (31.5 in)
Power management......... Not supported
Extension blocs.......... 1 (CEA-EXT)
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DDC/CI................... Not supported
Color characteristics
Default color space...... Non-sRGB
Display gamma............ 2.20
Red chromaticity......... Rx 0.640 - Ry 0.341
Green chromaticity....... Gx 0.286 - Gy 0.610
Blue chromaticity........ Bx 0.146 - By 0.069
White point (default).... Wx 0.284 - Wy 0.293
Additional descriptors... None
Timing characteristics
Horizontal scan range.... 30-91kHz
Vertical scan range...... 55-85Hz
Video bandwidth.......... 160MHz
CVT standard............. Not supported
GTF standard............. Supported
Additional descriptors... None
Preferred timing......... Yes
Native/preferred timing.. 1280x720p at 60Hz (16:9)
Modeline............... "1280x720" 74.250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 +hsync +vsync
Detailed timing #1....... 720x480p at 60Hz (16:9)
Modeline............... "720x480" 27.000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 -hsync -vsync
Standard timings supported
720 x 400p at 70Hz - IBM VGA
640 x 480p at 60Hz - IBM VGA
640 x 480p at 67Hz - Apple Mac II
640 x 480p at 72Hz - VESA
640 x 480p at 75Hz - VESA
800 x 600p at 56Hz - VESA
800 x 600p at 60Hz - VESA
800 x 600p at 72Hz - VESA
800 x 600p at 75Hz - VESA
832 x 624p at 75Hz - Apple Mac II
1024 x 768p at 60Hz - VESA
1024 x 768p at 70Hz - VESA
1024 x 768p at 75Hz - VESA
1280 x 1024p at 75Hz - VESA
1600 x 1200p at 60Hz - VESA STD
1280 x 960p at 85Hz - VESA STD
1360 x 765p at 85Hz - VESA STD
1024 x 768p at 85Hz - VESA STD
800 x 600p at 85Hz - VESA STD
640 x 480p at 85Hz - VESA STD
EIA/CEA-861 Information
Revision number.......... 3
IT underscan............. Supported
Basic audio.............. Supported
YCbCr 4:4:4.............. Not supported
YCbCr 4:2:2.............. Not supported
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Native formats........... 1
Detailed timing #1....... 720x480p at 60Hz (4:3)
Modeline............... "720x480" 27.000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 -hsync -vsync
Detailed timing #2....... 1920x1080i at 60Hz (16:9)
Modeline............... "1920x1080" 74.250 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace +hsync
+vsync
CE video identifiers (VICs) - timing/formats supported
640 x 480p at 60Hz - Default (4:3, 1:1)
720 x 480p at 60Hz - EDTV (4:3, 8:9)
720 x 480p at 60Hz - EDTV (16:9, 32:27)
1280 x 720p at 60Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1) [Native]
1920 x 1080i at 60Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1)
NB: NTSC refresh rate = (Hz*1000)/1001
CE audio data (formats supported)
LPCM 2-channel, 16/20/24 bit depths at 32/44/48 kHz
CE speaker allocation data
Channel configuration.... 2.0
Front left/right......... Yes
Front LFE................ No
Front center............. No
Rear left/right.......... No
Rear center.............. No
Front left/right center.. No
Rear left/right center... No
Rear LFE................. No
CE vendor specific data (VSDB)
IEEE registration number. 0x000C03
CEC physical address..... 1.0.0.0
Maximum TMDS clock....... 165MHz
Report information
Date generated........... 29/05/2012
Software revision........ 2.60.0.964
Data source.............. Real-time 0x0031
Operating system......... 5.1.2600.2.Service Pack 3
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FC-49 - Default EDID
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Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
SAFETY WARNING
Disconnect the unit from the power
supply before opening and servicing
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P/N:
Rev:
2900- 000286
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