Abstract: A triplicated clock distribution device, for use where each clock signal comprises a synchronization signal, comprises three slave clocks connected to receivers. Each slave clock comprises a clock generator and a synchronization generator and delivers a clock signal incorporating a synchronization signal the frequency of which is half that of the clock signal. Each receiver comprises a clock regenerator and a synchronization regenerator which respectively deliver a clock signal and a synchronization signal to user circuits to which the receiver is connected.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 6, 1986
Date of Patent:
September 8, 1987
Assignee:
Alcatel
Inventors:
Alain Denhez, Francis Hargoaa, Jean Aubree