The DCF1000 is a DCF radio time signal receiver suitable for internal or external use. A wide sensitivity range allows reliable signal decoding towards the limits of the broadcast range.
| Part Code: | DCF1000 |
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The DCF1000 is an economical radio time code receiver, designed to operate as a low-cost or back-up timing reference for an MC1000 NTP time server. The radio receiver may be mounted externally or internally, and can be used in applications where GPS signals are not available.
DCF77 is longwave radio time signal broadcast from Mainflingen near Frankfurt, Germany. The signal is broadcast at 77.5 kHz and can be received across large parts of Europe.
The radio receiver is supplied with a two pair screened cable for connection to the MC Series master clock. The table below lists the available models and standard cable lengths. If required, this connection may be extended up to a maximum of 150m as detailed in the user manual.
| Part No. | Variation |
| DCF1000-05: | DCF1000 Radio Time Receiver supplied with 5m cable |
| DCF1000-15: | DCF1000 Radio Time Receiver supplied with 15m cable |
| DCF1000-50: | DCF1000 Radio Time Receiver supplied with 50m cable |
| Typical Performance Specifications: | |
| PPS accuracy: | 40 msec |
| I/O Connections: | |
| I/O connection: | Single 1000 Series communication port for connection to a MC Series master clock |
| Mechanical & Electrical Specifications: | |
| Dimensions: | 202 x 80 x 55 mm (7.95" x 3.15" x 2.17”) (including removable wall brackets, excluding cable grommet) |
| Weight: | 0.5 kg (excluding cable) |
| Enclosure: | IP66 / NEMA 4X rated, UV stabilised polycarbonate enclosure. Light grey body and clear cover. |
| Cable: | Two pair plus drain 7x32 (24 AWG) stranded cable with 100% foil shield and semi-rigid, sunlight resistant, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) jacket. |
| Environmental Specifications: | |
| Operating temperature: | -20 to +50 ºC |
| Relative humidity: | 0% - 95%, noncondensing |
| Warranty & Support: | |
| Warranty: | 5 years |
| Support: | Free-of-charge lifetime technical support |
| Standards Compliance: | |
| Electrical Safety: | BS EN 60950-1:2006 |
| Radio Disturbance: | BS EN 55022:2006 |
| Immunity Characteristics: | BS EN 55024:2003 |
Listed below are the most up to date documents and files for the DCF1000. Older archived versions are available in the Download section.
| Literature: | |
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Data Sheet (pdf - 477KB) |
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User Manual (pdf - 598KB) |
The DCF1000 is designed to provide time synchronisation to compatible timing systems. Listed below are the available products compatible with the DCF1000.
There are currently no additional accessories available for the DCF1000.