I'm new to Houdini and am struggling to get a simple project done. I would appreciate any help. I just want to have a sign hanging from to ropes or wires and animate. I have tried the shelf tools but don't understand how to hook everything up.
Thanks for your help

Here is a rough

There are a few example files on this website. Maybe you can get an idea for the setup by taking a look at them.
http://www.tokeru.com/cgwiki/index.php?title=HoudiniDops#Wire_solver [www.tokeru.com]

Thanks! I'll try that.