IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
(optional feature) IEEE 1394 (also known as iLink® or FireWire
high-performance way of connecting high-speed storage, imaging, and many new types
of audio/video devices easily.
Application Options for IEEE 1394
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Connection of digital devices of the entertainment industry, such as set-top
speakers, digital video and camcorder, 'Digital Versatile Disk' (DVD), television etc.
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Multimedia applications and video processing.
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Input and output devices such as printers, scanners, etc.
Technical Specifications
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Depending on the application, the maximum data transfer is about 100, 200 or 400
Mbit/s, corresponding to a data throughput of up to 50 MB per second.
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The device can be plugged in or unplugged during operation (hot plugging).
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The standardised cord ('Shielded Twisted Pair' -STP) includes 6 strands. Two lines
are live (8V up to 40V, 1.5 A max.) and can be used as an external power supply.
The four signal lines transfer data or control information. Some devices do not
require a power supply via the cord so that four pole plugs are used.
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IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
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