General Dynamics Information Systems, Inc.

Ceridian Corporation

Michael J Lamatsch

Gerard A Drewek

JoAnn M Peterson

An electrical connector assembly using conventional signal pins is adapted for use with impedance-controlled cables by dividing the body of the connector into one or more separate channels. Each channel is defined by a perimeter providing electrical shielding. A separate impedance-controlled wire or cable can be terminated at conventional signal pins installed in an insert located within a particular channel. A transition region between a connector plug or receptacle and an incoming wire or cable preserves the correct impedance characteristics of the cable.

Impedance-controlled connector

A method for assembling an impedance controlled connector using conventional connector shells and inserts and corresponding connector pins and sockets. Controlled impedance cables are prepared and physically arranged for termination in a conventional connector shell in a configuration which enhances the impedance control characteristic of the assembled connector. Assembly of the connector is effected using conventional materials and tools.

Method for assembling a controlled impedance connector

More particularly, an electronic digital clock distribution system provides a plurality of working rank clock signals to respective ones of a plurality of logic circuits. Each clock signal has a predetermined frequency and each logic circuit requires a working rank clock signal having a predetermined level of electrical power. An oscillator produces a master clock signal at the predetermined frequency and at an electrical power level at least equal to the sum of the power requirements for all working rank clock signals of the plurality of logic circuits. An electronic splitter network is connected to the oscillator to splitting the master clock signal into the plurality of working rank clock signals.

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Roseville, MN, United States of America

Michael J Lamatsch