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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DV-1394
Firewire, IEEE 1394, Fiber Optic
Transport System
MULTIDYNE Electronics, Inc.
Innovations in Television Testing & distribution
1-(800)-4TV-TEST, 1-(800)-488-8378
191 FOREST AVENUE
LOCUST VALLEY, NY 11560-2132 USA
(516)-671-7278 FAX (516)-671-3362
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the MULTIDYNE DV-1394 Optical Repeater. The
MULTIDYNE DV-1394 Optical Repeater is the newest in optical technology and IEEE 1394
technology. Utilizing a IEEE1394 PHY and an optical transceiver, the DV-1394 is capable of
sendin g IE E E1 3 94 si g na ls a cr o ss a fi be r op ti c ca b le u p t o 50 0 m e t er s in length. The DV-1394 is
contained within a small box slightly larger than a deck of cards, which ma kes it u n o b t rusive and
compact, allowing you to place it on a already crowded desktop.
Package Contents
• Two DV-1394
• One IEEE 1396 6 pin-6 pin two m eters copper cable
• One AC adapter
• One user guide
System Requirements
• A PC or Mac with IEEE1394 Host controller card installed
• 64MB RAM Minimum (128MB RAM is recomm ended)
• Window98 SE or Mac OS 9 and above
Specifications
• Compliant with IEEE1394a-2000 and 1394b draft specifications
• Full duplex data rate at 100/200 Mbps
• 62.5/125 MMF GOF connection for high-speed optical interface
• Laser Class 1 Safety compliant
• One optical port with MTRJ connector
• Two 6-pin IEEE 1394 Copper Ports for Plug and Play support
• Reach up to 500 meters with DV-1394
• Power Adapter: AC Input 100V-240V, IA, 50/60Hz. DC Output 12V, 1.6A
• DV-1394 Size: 80x68x27mm
• DV-1394 Weight: 170g
Power of the DV-1394
The DV-1394 can also be used as a standard two-port IEEE1394 repeater, extending your signal a n
additional 4.5 meters for copper connection. The real power, however, is in its optical conn ection.
Setting up the DV-1394 is quite simple. Using an MTRJ connector, which has only one connector
instead of two like the SC-type connectors, plugging in the
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optical connection is without confusion or difficulty. It takes only minutes to setup, and there i s no
configuration necessary, like all IEEE1394 compliant hardware. The DV-1394 is IEEE 1394b
compliant, but currently only uses IEEE 1394a connectors.
IEEE1394 Technology
The IEEE 1394 bus addresses interconnection of both PC peripherals and consum er electronics
with these features:
• Supports up to 63 peer-to-peer devices
• Operates at speeds of 100 Mbps to 200 Mbps with IEEE1394a.
• Support both asynchronous and isochronous data transfer
Using the DV-1394
Installation:
1. Connect one DV-1394 to the host system with the IEEE1394 Copper cable
2. Using th e 62 . 5/ 12 5 M M F M TR J co n ne c tor f ib er op ti c ca bl es t o c o nn ec t th e tw o DV-1394
together
3. Power the second DV-1394 with the power adapter that come with the package 4. Connect
the IEEE1394 peripherals to the second DV-1394 5. Operate the IEEE1394 peripherals just like it's
directly connected to the host
system
DV-1394 operates at temperatures between -20° to +65° C (-4° to 150° F). DV-1394 should place in
a dry place with airflow. Do not place the DV-1394 on top of equipments that produce heat.
Front Panel LEDs
Power The Power LED illuminates when the DV-1394 is powered
BReset LED illuminates while the IEEE 1394 Cable is connected, then will turn off after the
Bus Reset
LState LED illuminates after the fiber optic cable connects two DV-1394
S400 LED that corresponding to the speed of the DV-1394 is using. S400 is the transfer
speed at 400 Mbps
S200 Transfer speed at 200 Mbps
S Transfer speed at 100 Mbps
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Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length of the DV-1394 can support up to? The maximum length of the
DV-1394 will support up to 500 meters.
What is the maximum speed that the DV-1394 supports? The DV-1394 supports speeds of 200
Mbps, and 100 Mbps.
What happen the power LED is not illuminate while is bus powered? Check the power
switch on the front panel. If is in OFF position, switch it to ON.
Is the DV-1394 itself can be a FireWire Repeater? Yes, the DV-1394 itself is a two port
FireWire Repeater.
Do I have to use two DV-1394 to m ake it wor k? Yes, a pair of DV-1394 is needed. One DV-1394
act as the transceiver, and the other DV-1394 act as the receiver.
Why there's only one power adapter including in the package while there's two DV-1394? The DV1394 connects directly to the host system by a 6-pin IEEE1394 cable doesn't need other external
power sources. That DV-1394 is powered by the bus power of th e IEEE 1394 cable.
Why there's no power when I use a 4-pin to 6-pin IEEE1394 cable connects the DV-1394
directly to the host system? An IEEE1394 4-pin to 6-pin cable do not have bus power. In this
case, an AC adapter that matches the spec is needed.
Which DV-1394 connects to the host system and which DV-1394 connec ts to the peripherals?
The host system and the peripherals can connect to either DV-1394 unit .
Is there driver for the DV-1394? No, Window98 SE, Mac OS 9 and above already come with
IEEE 1394 support.
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