Your DockPod is equipped with a built-in, analog voltage meter. The
voltage meter measures the amount of power used by stacked-on
RocketPod modules. Whenever there is a sufficient power fluctuation
caused by some activity from a RocketPod module, the needle will
fluctuate until a rest state is reached.
POWER BUTTON
When the DockPod is turned on, the power button illuminates with
a stunning, deep blue color. DockPod’s power button is also used to
control power to stacked-on RocketPod modules.
FIREWIRE AND USB 2.0 COMPATIBILITY
Your DockPod is equipped with both a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface
and a FireWire (IEEE 1394a) interface for the ultimate combination
of compatibility, convenience and flexibility.
You can use the USB 2.0 connection, or the FireWire connection,
or both at the same time. RocketPod Peripherals that are currently
available or coming soon are available in either USB 2.0, FireWire,
or both USB 2.0 and FireWire Combo configurations.
About FireWire
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DOCKPOD IN-DEPTH
STACK&PLAY™ CONNECTOR
Your DockPod has two main functions: 1) to supply electrical power
for up to five stacked-on RocketPod modules, and; 2) to relay data
signals between those modules, your computer, and other devices
connected to the same USB and/or FireWire data buses.
The Stack&Play connector, located on the top-side of your DockPod,
is the power and data link to your stacked-on RocketPod modules.
The standard power and data connections located on the back of the
DockPod are used to connect DockPod to your computer.
STACK LIGHT
The Stack light, located on the fascia of your DockPod, tells you when
a proper link has been established between the DockPod and any
stacked-on RocketPod modules. The Stack light will be illuminated
when your DockPod is powered on and one or more RocketPod
peripherals are stacked onto the DockPod.
VOLTAGE METER
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