Operations manual for the Sign Video FW8 8‑port IEEE‑1394 Firewire patch panel, covering theory, connections, and warranty.
The FW8 is a passive 8‑port IEEE‑1394 Firewire patch panel that directly links each rear connector to the corresponding front connector, allowing flexible routing of firewire signals. The panel provides both six‑pin (power‑carrying) and four‑pin (non‑power) ports, with short 8" and 6" patch cables included for common connections.
Installation is simple: connect equipment to the rear ports, then use the supplied patch cables to link front ports as needed. The manual also explains mixing four‑pin and six‑pin connectors and details the one‑year limited warranty provided by Sign Video.
| Number of ports | 8 |
|---|---|
| Port types | Six‑pin and four‑pin IEEE‑1394 ports |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 8‑5/8" × 1‑1/8" × 3‑5/8" |
The FW8 patch panel provides eight firewire ports.
Six‑pin connectors carry power, while four‑pin connectors do not.
Sign Video Ltd. provides a one‑year limited warranty for the product and its accessories.