FireWire 800 (9-pin) Composite Video (RCA)

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Signal Path

FireWire 800 (9-pin)

Family Legacy Data
Form Factor Rectangular symmetric
Pin Count 9
Reversible No

Composite Video (RCA)

Family Legacy Video
Form Factor Circular push-fit
Pin Count 1
Reversible No

Notes

FireWire 800 (9-pin) to Composite Video (RCA): Legacy video and legacy data connectors serve different purposes. The FireWire 800 (9-pin) (Legacy Data) and Composite Video (RCA) (Legacy Video) are from different connector families.