PCIe-GPS
- Provides time legally traceable to UTC
- Synchronizes PC to ±2 milliseconds of GPS reference
- Provides millisecond accuracy to Windows and Linux applications
- Microsecond accuracy achievable through API development
- Fully configurable time zone and daylight saving time offsets
- PCIe revision 2.0 - slot compatible X1 through X16
- LED status indicator
PCIe-GPS Network Card for GPS
The Masterclock PCIe-GPS card receives reference time from atomic clocks orbiting in GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites to provide the most accurate time and date information. When locked to GPS (and the PCIe), your PC accuracy is ±2 milliseconds with reference to the source.
High-stability oscillator options are available to increase holdover accuracy in the event of GPS signal loss.
Reference Documents
SpecificationsPCIe-GPS Network Card for GPS
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
High-stability Oscillator Options
- HSO-1 with TCXO provides accuracy of ±3 seconds/year
- HSO-2 with OXCO provides typical stability of ±250ms/year after 30 days of aging
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
Antenna Options
- Basic antenna package includes magnetic GPS antenna and 15 ft (5 m) of cable
- Standard antenna package includes outdoor GPS antenna, mounting kit, and 50 ft (15 m) of cable
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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