Ross DRA-8604, User Manual

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DRA-8604 User Manual (Iss. 02) Introduction • 1–3
Functional Block Diagrams
The DRA-8604 can operate as a reclocking dual 1x8 or as a dual 1x4. The configuration depends
on the rear module you are using. This section provides the block diagrams for all configurations.
Dual 1x8 Configuration
Figure 1.1 describes the workflow of the DRA-8604 with the 8320AR-302 Full Rear module.
This configuration has the DRA-8604 operating as a dual reclocking 1x8 with HD-BNC
connections.
Figure 1.1 Simplified Diagram — Dual 1x8 Configuration (8320AR-302)
Dual 1x4 Configuration
Figure 1.2 describes the workflow of the DRA-8604 with the 8320AR-300 Full Rear module.
This configuration has the DRA-8604 operating as a dual reclocking 1x4 with BNC connections.
Figure 1.2 Simplified Diagram — Dual 1x4 Configuration (8320AR-300)
Reclocker
IN CH B
OUT 1B
OUT 2B
OUT 3B
OUT 4B
OUT 5B
OUT 6B
OUT 7B
OUT 8B
IN CH A
OUT 1A
OUT 2A
OUT 3A
OUT 4A
OUT 5A
OUT 6A
OUT 7A
OUT 8A
Equalizer
Equalizer
Reclocker
Reclocker IN CH B
OUT 1B
OUT 2B
OUT 3B
OUT 4B
IN CH A
OUT 1A
OUT 2A
OUT 3A
OUT 4A
Equalizer
Equalizer
Reclocker