The Optical FireWire Repeater (M4-100) in use of a pair of two, each at
both ends interfaces thru optical fibers provides a long distance IEEE n1394
interconnection over the limits of copper wire extension, 4.5 meters (15feet)
without any distribution amplifiers or repeaters.
Any IEEE 1394 device or controller at each end in general interfaces to
a M4-100 by 1394 copper cables and between two M3-100s by a duplex LC terminated
fiber-optic cable.
The connection of fiber-optic cables could extend 1394 data up to 500m (1640
feet). When applied to IEEE 1394 devices or systems, which have powers.
The M4-100s are not required to supply DC powers separately.
A 12 DC power adapter will be included in a shipping group
Feature
IEEE 1394 protocol signals extend distance.
-250m(820feet) in 62.5/125μm MMF
-500m(1640feet) in 50/125μm MMF
Complies with 1394a(DS Port) and 1394b draft standard (Beta Port)
Offers 400Mbps full duplex data rate in maximum
Offers two electrical DS ports and an optical LC type port
No software to install : Easy to use ; plug and play