Chapter 1 Overview of the TimeProvider
Functional Description
Functional Description
The TimeProvider consists of a main shelf and slots for two IOCs and one IMC. One
plug-in Input module and up to four plug-in Output modules complete the main
shelf, which provides up to 32 outputs. The optional Expansion Panel can provide
up to 32 additional outputs, to provide a total of 64 outputs.
This section describes the components and block diagram of the TimeProvider. The
block diagram, shown in
Shelf
Input module
IMC
IOC
Output module
Expansion Panel required for ports 33 through 64
TimeProvider Interface Unit (TPIU)
Figure 1-6.
Block Diagram of the TimeProvider
Shelf
Both the front-access and rear-access shelf provides a chassis for mounting the
Input module, one IMC, two IOCs, and up to four Output modules. A backplane
provides connections between the modules.
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1-6, contains the following major blocks:
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