Brainstorm DCD-24 1 x 24 World Clock Distributor/Generator

The Brainstorm DCD-24 provides word clock at frequencies up to 192KHz locked to its high precision internal crystal or to an external reference - WC, Video Sync (all standard HD & SD rates), AES3 or 10 MHz (from GPS or Rubidium clocks).

The rate of the reference (input) is automatically measured and “learned” while the output rate can be either identical to the input (follow input - WC or AES only) or set to any other frequency regardless of the input rate.

Outputs 17-24 have a multiplier/divider so that 2 different rates can be distributed simultaneously by the DCD-24, for example 48K and 96K.

Auto Failover
If the external reference fails, the DCD-24 switches to internal until the reference returns, smoothly, automatically and without sync shock.

Ethernet
An Ethernet port is included to remotely set and monitor the unit. It is also used to update the firmware.

Power Redundancy
Two external 12VDC power supply can be connected to the DCD-24. It can operate with either of these power sources and they can both act as a back-up for the other with auto switch-over in the event of a failure.

Key Features

• 1 x 24 Word Clock Distributor
• High precision Word Clock Generator
• References: Word Clock, AES, Video Sync (HD & SD), 10 MHz
• Exceptional Jitter reduction technology (Jet PLL)
• Gearboxing: output rate can be different than input rate (reference)
• Pull up and pull-down rates available as well as VSO (+ or - 200 cents)
• Simple convenient dual redundant power supply support
• Ethernet port: remotely set and monitor parameters + load firmware updates

Technical Specifications

Input
1 x BNC connector
Accepts WC, AES, Video Sync (HD & SD), 10 MHz
Outputs
24 x Word Clock BNC
Jitter reduction
JetPLL
WC Generator
Generates all standard rates from 32KHz to 192KHz
Pull up/down: 0.1% and 4%
VSO: + to - 200 cents
Analyzer
Input frequency counter:
Output termination measurement (DC)
Connectors
Reference input: BNC (x1)
Word Clock outputs: BNC (x24)
Ethernet: RJ45 (x1)
Power: 4 pin circulars (x2)
Power
12 VDC @ 5A
Dual inputs with auto switch-over for redundancy
External, switching power supply
Dimensions
19” x 1.75” x 8.125” (48.26 cm x 4.45 cm x 20.64 cm)
Item Includes
DCD-24 unit
Universal Power Supply (12VDC @ 16w)
IEC power cable
Owner's Manual & Registration card