CX-4 WORD CLOCK EXPANSION CARD
for DCD-8
CX-4 Word Clock Expansion Card
Word clock expansion card for the DCD-8
The CX-4 is an option card designed for the Brainstorm DCD-8 Word Clock Distripalyzer. It provides 4 additional Word Clock outputs through it’s 4 BNC connectors.
Note: The DCD-8 is now discontinued.
Features
- Provides 4 additional Word Clock outputs to the DCD-8
- 2 pairs identical to outputs 7 and 8
- Termination indication
- Easy installation
The CX-4 is an option card designed for the Brainstorm DCD-8 Word Clock Distripalyzer. It provides 4 additional Word Clock outputs through it’s 4 BNC connectors.
Installation is very simple and can easily be performed by any qualified technician. Software version 2.20 or later is required for the CX-4.
The 4 outputs are grouped in 2 pairs. These pairs are identical to the last pair on the DCD-8, outputs 7 & 8, with the same reference and frequency. Also, termination is measured and displayed just like the other DCD-8 word clock outputs.
For set-ups requiring more than 8 word clock outputs, the CX-4 is a simple and inexpensive solution
CX-4 Specifications
| Number of Outputs: | 4 |
| Waveforms: | All rise and fall times per their respective standards |
| References: | Internal Xtl, Video (HD & SD), WC, AES, S/PDIF, FireWire, ADAT, 10MHz |
| Frequencies: | All standard rates, up to 192K – Same selection as outputs 7 & 8 |
| DCD-8 Domain: | Same selection as outputs 7 & 8 |
| Connectors: | BNC – 75 Ohm – DC coupled |
| Form Factor: | 2” x 5.4” PCB – for Brainstorm DCD-8 only |
CX-4 Resources
Manual & Data Sheet
Engineering Notes / Modifications
FAQs
Can the VSG-4 generate several Video Sync rates and formats simultaneously?
Yes. The VSG-4 can generate up to four different formats and rates at the same time, one for each output. Menu 53 sets the format of the 2 HD Video outputs; menu 54 sets the format of the 2 SD Video outputs.
How can I see which format and rate is sent to which output?
The DCD-8 front panel includes 10 LED’s for the VID SYNC GEN. However, that is not enough to describe all the 31 different formats. The 6 HD LED’s only indicate the frame rate; the 4 SD LED’s indicate the SD format. For complete format and rate information on the HD outputs, call up menu 53 on the LCD display; for the SD outputs, call up menu 54.