PCIe-TCR
- Synchronizes PC to ± 2 milliseconds of time code reference
- References IRIG-B, SMPTE, EBU time codes
- Automatic time code detection
- Balanced and unbalanced time code inputs
- Provides millisecond accuracy to Windows and Linux applications
- Fully configurable time zone and daylight saving time offsets
- PCIe revision 2.0 - slot compatible X1 through X16
- LED status indicator
PCIe-TCR Network Card for Time Code
The PCIe-TCR card references time code sources including IRIG-B0, IRIG-B1, SMPTE, EBU. This bus-level timing card provides millisecond accuracy to Windows applications.
Both balanced and unbalanced time code inputs are supported. Whenever a time code source is not available or power is lost, the PCIe-TCR will generate its own time from an on-board oscillator.
Reference Documents
SpecificationsPCIe-TCR Network Card for Time Code
Time Code Inputs
- SMPTE (30/25/25 fps - non-drop frame only) to Leitch Date Encoding Standard
- IRIG-B0 pulse width coded (unmodulated) DC, IEEE 1344 standard
- IRIG-B1 1 kHz Amplitude Modulated, IEEE 1344 standard
Holdover Accuracy
- With loss of power or time reference synchronization, device reverts to an internal battery-backed real-time clock chip with accuracy of ±1min/year
Software
- API software development kit and documentation is provided for designers
System Requirements
- Supports: Windows XP (32bit) /7/8/10 (32 & 64 bit)
- Supports: Windows Server 2003 R2/2008 R2/2010/2012/2016/2019
- Supports: Linux
- Windows OS requires Net Framework 4.0 and a Windows Visual Studios C++ to be installed
Physical
- Length: 6.6 in (167.6 mm)
- Height: 2.712 in (68.8 mm)
- Low profile card and bracket standard
- Full height bracket included
Operating Parameters
- Temperature: 0° to 60°C
- Humidity: Up to 90% (non-condensing)
Compliance
- FCC, CE Marked, ROHS, ANSI
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