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DATA SHEET

TimeSource 3100

Primary Reference Source For


Telecommunications Network Operators

The Symmetricom TimeSource 3100 is a Configuration Options


Key Features stand alone office Primary Reference Source The TimeSource 3100 comes standard with
Innovative BesTime clock engine (PRS) with integrated GPS receiver which two E1/2.048MHz output options. It can
IF antenna provides 300 meter cable meets ITU-T G.811 network performance be expanded with eight T1/E1/2.048 MHz
runs without amplifiers
requirements. The TimeSource 3100 provides outputs programmable on a per port basis.
GPS holdover accuracy of 1x10-11
for 72 hours with optional inputs undisturbed frequency and time Stratum 1
synchronization when locked to GPS with Applications
Timing accuracy of 100 ns when
locked to GPS continued Stratum 1 performance for up The TimeSource 3100 system can be
Sync status messaging to 72 hours upon loss of GPS. configured as a PRS to front-end an office
Integrated sync monitoring of inputs SSU/SASE or as a standalone PRS with 10
Optional SNTP TimeServer The key to TimeSource 3100s superior outputs for remote or small offices. In the
CE marked performance is its patented multiple standalone configuration, TimeSource 3100
input frequency locked loop BesTime provides 10 E1 (2.048 Mb/s or MHz) outputs
Key Benefits clock engine. The BesTime engine, GPS in a compact, inexpensive package. This
Compliant traceable GPS with advanced receiver, and digitally controlled quartz configuration is ideal for timing remote
holdover capabilities
local oscillator work together to produce switch sites which may also have SDH
Flexible programmable outputs
precise timing outputs. Span line or remote terminals, or other network elements.
oscillator inputs can be added, at the users
option, to increase system reliability and The TimeSource 3100 ensures PRS
holdover performance in the event GPS performance is maintained through
signals are interrupted. self-auditing the inputs and measuring
and reporting performance against one
The GPS antenna can be installed up another. Inputs can be easily provisioned to
to 300 meters from the office shelf, be either included in the timing ensemble
without amplifiers, using inexpensive output or be used for monitoring only.
thin coax cable. The TimeSource 3100 The TimeSource 3100 is fully software
can be managed using Symmetricoms upgradeable and provisionable while
TimeCraft element manager. The system in-service. Communication is via RS-232
is CE compliant and provides Sync Status or Ethernet ports.
Messaging (SSM).

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DATA SHEET

TimeSource 3100
GPS Roof Antenna

BesTime Clock Engine

Two E1 Outputs
10MHz
TOD Optional E1
1 PPS Span Inputs
SNTP Time Server Remote
Optional Outputs OSC Inputs
8 T1/E1/2.048MHz
DCOCXO LO

-48 VDC alarms comm


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.. TimeSource 3100 Block Diagram

Specifications
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GENERAL .. 1 PPS OUTPUT PERFORMANCE .. SNTP TIMESERVER (OPTIONAL)
Specifications: ..
ITU-T G.811 and G.812, Number of outputs: 1 .. Type: SNTP
..
EN 300 462-6-1,ETSI 3017, CE ..
.. Signal type: TTL .. Interface: Ethernet
Internal oscillator: Digitally Controlled Ovenized .. ..
Connector: BNC
Crystal Oscillator (DCOCXO) .. .. ANTENNA SPECIFICATIONS
.. Timing accuracy: Locked to GPS 100 ns to GPS ..
Sync inputs: GPS, E1/2.048MHz, .. .. Type: Active antenna with
Holdover - no otional inputs
or remote oscillator .. .. integrated IF downlink
<8.6 s to GPS for 24
Sync outputs: E1/2.048MHz, 10 MHz, 1 PPS, .. hours (0 C to 50 C 5 C) .. Cable type: RG-59 with TNC connector
.. ..
TOD, ESCIU .. Holdover - with optional inputs .. Cable length: Up to 300 meters
.. <3 s to GPS for 72 hours ..
Sync status messaging: Outputs and inputs without amplifier
.. (0 C to 50 C 5 C) ..
Communications: RS-232, Ethernet .. .. Operating temperature: -30 C to +80 C
Management: TimeCraft, TimeScan,
.. E1/2.048 MHz INPUTS ..
.. .. OTHER
TimePictra .. Number: 2 ..
.. .. Mechanical: 22 cm (H) x 45 cm (W)
Signal: E1 (G.703/9 and G.703/13
E1/2.048 MHz OUTPUTS PERFORMANCE .. .. x 25 cm (D)
.. software selectable, ..
Number of outputs: Up to 10 (2 standard) .. bridged or terminated .. Power: -48 VDC (redundant)
Format: 2.048Mb/s G.703/9 (CCS, CAS, .. Connector: Wire wrap or BNC .. Operating temperature: 0 C to +50 C
CRC4, or non-CRC4 configu- .. ..
.. .. Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
rable) and 2.048MHz .. REMOTE OSCILLATOR INPUTS ..
G.703/13 - software .. .. EMC: Compliance with FCC
Number: 2 Part 15, Class A
selectable .. ..
Frequency accuracy: Locked to GPS 1x10-12 .. Signal: 5 or 10 MHz ..
.. ..
Holdover - no optional .. Connector: BNC ..
inputs: 1x10-10 for 24 .. ..
hours (0 C to 50 C 5 C) .. TIME OF DAY OUTPUT ..
Holdover - with optional inputs: .. Type: Cisco or NTP
..
1x10-11 for 72 hours .. ..
(0 C to 50 C 5 C) .. Signal: RS-422 ..
.. ..
. Connector: RJ-45 .

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