Instruction manual

Getting Started
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Installing the UltraScope card in your Mac Pro
Blackmagic UltraScope installs in to your computer in just the same way as any regular PCI Express
card. However the fiber optic module must be temporarily removed from the card before attempting
to install the card in a PCI Express slot. This is because the location of the protruding fiber optic module
makes it awkward to install the card in the PCI ports of many computer cases. Temporarily removing
the fiber optic module overcomes this obstacle to installation. The fiber optic module is a standard SFP
transceiver module which includes an LC connector port for attaching fiber optic cables. While other
kinds of optical connectors exist, the SMPTE standard for Optical Fiber SDI specifies that LC type optical
fiber connectors be used and this makes it easy for all compliant optical equipment to connect together.
Remove the power plug from the back of your computer. This is a safety precaution before opening your
computer. Ensure that you are statically discharged by using an antistatic strap.
Remove the side cover of your computer to gain access to the PCIe slots.
Remove the metal port access cover and screw from the back of your computer.
Remove your UltraScope PCIe card from the protective static bag making sure you don’t touch the gold
connectors on the base of the card. These precautions should be taken when handling any PCI card.
Step 1. Remove the protective cap from the LC connector port of the fiber optic module. Don’t throw it
away as the protective cap will be needed to prevent dust if the LC connector port is exposed
when no fiber optic cables are connected.
Pull the wire tab outward to an angle of 90° to release the SFP module latch.
Step 2. Grip the main portion of the SFP module, between your thumb and forefinger, and pull it from
the SFP module port. Do not pull the wire tab as it might break and prevent the SFP module
from being removed.
Step 3. Install Blackmagic UltraScope in a suitable PCI Express slot in your computer, ensure that it
clicks firmly into place and secure the card with a screw.
Step 4. Replace the SFP module and push the wire tab back to its original position.
If you are not ready to connect fiber optic cables to the LC connector port, replace the protective cap.
The procedure for installing a graphics card is similar to the above.
Now replace the side cover of your computer. Reconnect the power and start up the computer.
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