HBM QuantumX - Synchronization

Introduction
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The 16-channel modules (MX1601B and MX1615B) as well as modules
MX403B and MX460B only support two-point scaling.
4.5 Synchronization
If measurement signals need to be referenced over time with each other for
processing and analysis, they must be recorded synchronously.
All QuantumX modules can be synchronized among themselves. This ensures
simultaneous measurement on all channels. All the analog-digital converter
rates, measuring rates and bridge excitation voltages are therefore also syn
chronized.
Synchronization methods:
Synchronisation via Ethernet IEEE1588:2008 (PTPv2)
When modules such as the MX840B are set to this synchronization mode and
interconnected using a switch with PTP capability, they automatically synchro
nize with each other or a Grandmaster Clock. Transparent Clock (TC) mode is
supported here.
The following setup parameters are available:
S Time delay: End2End (E2E) or Peer2Peer (P2P)
S Transport protocol: IPv4 or IPv6
Modules that do not support this mode, such as MX840A can be connected via
FireWire to the adjacent module with PTPv2, and included in the synchroniza
tion (automatic clock distribution).
The converted modules must be restarted. The system as a whole therefore
supports the classic HBM sample rates only.
Converted modules need to be restarted. After restart, check the system LEDs
at the module front  green means synchronous.
Synchronization via IEEE1394b FireWire
All the modules are synchronized automatically when they are connected via
the IEEE1394b FireWire cable.