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Symmetricom 8040C User Manual

Symmetricom 8040C
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Rev. C, Jul 12, 2011
8040C/8040CLN Rubidium Frequency Standard
User Guide
Part Number: 15254-201
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Symmetricom 8040C Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryTest Equipment
Frequency10 MHz
OutputSine Wave
Frequency Range10 MHz
InterfaceRS-232
Power Supply100-240 VAC
Dimensions19"

Summary

Revision History

About this User Guide

Purpose

Describes the purpose of the user guide for unpacking, installing, using, and maintaining the 8040C/8040CLN.

Conventions

Explains typographical conventions and text format meanings used throughout the guide.

Special Notices

Details warnings, cautions, recommendations, and notes to highlight essential or critical information.

Limited Product Warranty

Outlines the hardware, software warranty terms, limitations, and exclusions for the product.

Introduction

Overview

Provides an overview of the 8040C/8040CLN Rubidium Frequency Standard and its capabilities.

Purpose of Equipment

Explains that the 8040C/8040CLN is a high-accuracy Rubidium frequency reference standard.

Factory Configurations

Lists various part numbers and their corresponding output configurations for the device.

Installation

Mounting

Details mounting procedures for the 8040C/8040CLN in standard 19-inch equipment racks.

Power Connection/Fuse/Voltage

Describes how to connect power, locate and replace the fuse, and voltage input detection.

Signal Connections

Explains how to connect output signal cables to the rear panel BNC connectors.

Output Signals

Details the standard six BNC output connectors and their factory-programmed signals.

Input Signals

Describes the 1 PPS IN connector for external source input to discipline the oscillator.

Operation

Powering Up

Guides on connecting power and understanding the POWER and LOCK LED indicators.

Indicator LEDs

Explains the function of the POWER, LOCK, and 1 PPS SYNC LED indicators on the front panel.

Adjusting Oscillator Frequency

Details how to adjust the unit's output frequency using the RS-232 interface and 'f' command.

Disciplining to External 1 PPS

Explains the process of disciplining the oscillator to an external 1 PPS input for stability.

1 PPS Disciplining

Describes the SSAA algorithm, flywheel mode, and the two modes of 1 PPS input operation.

Manual Control

Outlines manual control parameters (tau, dampening factor) for 1 PPS disciplining.

Automatic Control

Explains the adaptive automatic mode for 1 PPS disciplining, optimized for GPS timing receivers.

Configuring Outputs

Provides steps to change the output configuration using dipswitches on the main PCB.

Console

Host Terminal Emulator Setup

Details the required PC communication port configuration for SSIP commands.

Specifications

Outputs

Lists specifications for Sine Wave, Square Wave, and Timing outputs.

Stability

Presents Allan Deviation specifications for Standard and Low Noise configurations.

GPS Disciplining

Details specifications for time to lock, frequency accuracy, and 1 PPS accuracy when GPS disciplined.

Aging

Provides specifications for monthly, yearly, and shipment accuracy, and retrace values.

Warm-up Time

Specifies the time required for the unit to lock and reach <1 E-9 accuracy.

SSB Phase Noise

Lists SSB Phase Noise specifications for various offsets in Standard and Low Noise configurations.

Environmental & Physical

Details operating temperature, humidity, magnetic sensitivity, and altitude limits.

Remote System Interface and Control

AC Power Requirements

Specifies voltage, frequency, and power consumption for AC operation.

DC Power Requirements

Specifies voltage, and power consumption for DC operation.

Fuses

Lists AC and DC input fuse types and part numbers.

Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions (height, width, depth) and weight of the unit.

Options

Introduction

Introduces the two optional configurations: Twelve Output and Low Phase Noise.

Twelve Output Option

Describes the functionality of the optional twelve output configuration.

Low Phase Noise Option

Explains the benefits of the Low Phase Noise option for improved specifications.

Technical Support

Maintenance

Provides guidelines for keeping the unit clean and free from dirt and moisture.

Customer Assistance

Lists contact information and telephone numbers for customer support.

Preparation for Shipment

Guides on how to prepare the unit for shipment, including packing instructions.

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