1394 3-Port MiniHub
Quick Installation Guide
This quick installation guide provides an overview of the
1394 3-Port MiniHub's features and operation.
Introducing the
The 1394 3-Port MiniHub is designed to support both 1394-
equipped PC and Mac computers. It provides 3
independent hot-pluggable 1394 ports with data transfer
rates up to 400Mbps and can operate in self-powered or buspowered mode depending on your system configuration.
With its unique design and features, the 1394 3-Port MiniHub
is the best affordable solution for your 1394 device
connections and expansions.
1394 3-Port MiniHub
Features and Benefits
Fully supports the IEEE 1394-1995 standard for high
performance serial bus and the P1394a Supplement
Fully compliant with FireWire and iLINK
implementation of IEEE 1394 standard
Full P1394a support includes: Connection Debounce,
Arbitrated Short Reset, Multi-speed Concatenation,
Arbitration Acceleration, Fly-by Concatenation, Port
Disable/Suspend/Resume
Provides three P1394a fully compliant cable ports
(400 Mbps) for device connections
High-efficiency, light-weight switching power adapter
(AC adapter) ensures reliable power source
Three independent ports allow you to connect/
disconnect any 1394 device without interrupting other
connected devices. (Without this hub, 1394 devices are
normally connected in a daisy-chain configuration and
the disconnection of a device in the early sequence of the
chain will interrupt all other devices connected to it
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Acts as a repeater to extend the cable length between each
device from 4.5m(standard) to 9m
Allows you to connect DV camcorders(Sony, Panasonic,
Canon, JVC, Sharp and more), hard disk drives, printers,
MO drives, digital cameras, scanners, and audio/video
devices including TV, VCR, DVD to your computer
System Requirements
For PC Computers:
Pentium 233MHz PC with one available 1394(FireWire)
port
Windows 98SE and up
For Mac/iMac DV computers:
Power Mac G3 or iMac DV with one available
FireWire(1394) port
Mac OS 8.6 and up
Package Contents
One 1394 3-Port MiniHub
One 1394 6-pin to 6-pin cable
One high-quality AC adapter
One 5-year warranty card
This quick installation guide
Hub Layout
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AC Adapter Input
1394 FireWire Ports
Safety Precautions
Do not open the case of the hub, or the warranty will be
voided.
Use the AC-DC power adapter comes with the hub only.
If the hub starts emitting unusual smells, sounds, or
smoke, unplug the unit immediately from it's power
supply. Stop using it and contact the store where it was
purchased from.
Always hold the plug when unplugging the cable from
the hub. Do not pull the cord section to prevent any
damage caused.
Disconnect the AC-DC power adapter if the hub will not
be in used for a long period of time.
Do not expose the hub to a location of high humidity,
high temperature, direct sunlight, excessive dust/
moisture, or strong magnetic field.
Do not touch the hub or cable with wet hand to prevent
any electric shock. Should the hub becomes wet, unplug
it from it's power source before handling.
Any modifications done to the hub by any unauthorized
personnel will result in voiding the warranty.
Any damage, electric shock, fire or loss of function
resulting from any unauthorized modifications done to
the hub will not be the responsibility of the manufacturer.
Always back-up data periodically. Any error or loss of
data will not be the responsibility of the manufacturer.
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