Model 1094B GPS Satellite-Controlled Clock
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The Arbiter Systems®, Inc. Model 1094B GPS Substation Clock is a GPS timing source for substations which includes as standard the most common configuration options found in our other models. The Model 1094B with 400 ns (typical < 100 ns) worst-case accuracy meets the most demanding substation requirements, including synchrophasors. The Model 1094B has 4 LEDs to monitor operating status, a 2 x 20 character LCD setup/status display and a keyboard. The Model 1094B also comes equipped with a front panel screwdriver-slot power switch and white LED backlight.
The four outputs, with both BNC and 5 mm pluggable terminal strip connectors connected in parallel, are configurable to high-drive 5 Vdc (250 mA at > 4 V); IRIG-B12x modulated; or 300 volt open drain MOSFET signals. The high-drive 5 Vdc signal and the MOSFET outputs are selectable to: IRIG-B00x level-shift, 1 PPS, or programmable pulse A or B functions. All of the outputs have substantial drive capability to easily drive multiple loads in parallel.
Standard features include a GPS Data Backup Battery, one Form C fail-safe relay and Event Capture capability. The GPS Data Backup Battery maintains the real-time clock, almanac and ephemeris data in the 12-channel GPS receiver to speed acquisition. Satellites are acquired in as little as 15 seconds after a brief power loss. One Form C (SPDT) fail-safe, relay is jumper selectable to Fault, Unlocked or Programmable Pulse functions and is compatible with 129 Vdc digital fault recorder inputs. The Event Capture records events triggered from the dedicated, optically isolated rear panel input or from either serial port receive line with 100 ns resolution.
Power options include 85 to 264 Vac/110 to 275 Vdc, with either IEC-320 detachable line cord set or terminal strip inlet, and 10 to 60 Vdc with terminal strip inlet. The terminal-strip versions have a surge-withstand network designed to meet ANSI/IEEE C37.90-1 and IEC801-4 specifications. Power configurations may be retrofitted in the field.
Model 1094B Specifications

Receiver Characteristics:
- Timing Accuracy:
- Specifications apply at the 1 PPS output, in the presence of Selective Availability (SA), as of date of publication.
- UTC/USNO: ±400 ns peak; <100 ns typical (SA off)
- Position Accuracy:
- 10 meters, rms, 90% confidence
- Satellite Tracking:
- Twelve (12) channel, C/A code (1575.42 MHz). Receiver simultaneously tracks up to twelve satellites.
- Acquisition:
- 150 seconds typical, cold start
- 15 minutes, 90% confidence, cold start
- 40 seconds, with almanac less than 1 month old
- 15 seconds, with ephemeris less than 4 hours old
I/O Configuration:
- Outputs:
- Four, each with BNC and 5 mm pluggable terminal strip in parallel. Jumper selectable to high-drive 5 Vdc (250 mA at > 4 V) selectable to: IRIG-B00x level-shift, 1 PPS, or Programmable Pulse A or B; IRIG-B12x modulated; or 300 volt MOSFET output. The MOSFET output is selectable to the same functions as the high drive 5 Vdc output. The MOSFET output is not electrically isolated from instrument common.
- Event A Input:
- One opto-isolated event capture input with 100 ns resolution, BNC connector jumper-configurable to 5 to 12, 24 to 48 and 120 to 240 Vdc nominal input. Event input is also jumper-configurable to COM 1 and COM 2 RXD line.
- Programmable Pulse Output:
- Two programmable pulse outputs, PPA and PPB. PPA is available (by a jumper connection) on outputs 1, 2 and COM 1 pin 4 (RS-232) and pins 8 and 9 (RS-485). PPB is available (by a jumper connection) on outputs 3, 4 and COM 2 pin 4 (RS-232) and pins 8 and 9 (RS-485).
- Six modes:
- Every 1 to 60,000 seconds, starts top of the minute
- Hourly at a specified offset
- Daily at a specified time of day
- One shot at a specified time of year
- 1 to 1000 PPS squarewave (PPB only)
- Aux IRIG Mode (PPB only)
- Pulse duration is programmable from 0.01 to 600 seconds, except in one-shot mode, where the output is Low prior to the specified time and High thereafter.
- Relay Contact:
- One, Form C (SPDT) fail-safe, 0.3A at 130 Vdc; jumper selectable to Fault, Unlocked, or Programmable Pulse A (PPA) functions. Fail-safe means the relay indicates "fault" or "unlocked" condition with power off.
Interface:
- Operator:
- Display:
- 2 x 20 character supertwist LCD
- White LED backlight
- Functions:
- Time: UTC or local
- Position: latitude, longitude, elevation
- Clock status
- 1 PPS (input) deviation
- Event time
- Status LEDs:
- Operate (green)
- Stabilized (green)
- Unlocked (red)
- Fault (red)
- Keypad: Eight keys
- Setup:
- Local time offset
- IRIG-B: Local/UTC/1344
- Daylight Saving Time: On/Off/Auto
- Backlight control: On/Off/Auto
- Event input: Event/1 PPS deviation
- Programmable Pulse setup
- Antenna cable delay
- Out of lock time: 1 to 99 minute(s), Off, or Zero Delay
- Auto-Survey
- Serial port: RS-232
- System:
- RS-232: 1200 to 19,200 baud; 7 or 8 data bits; 1 or 2 stop bits; even/odd/no parity
- Interrogate mode
- Broadcast modes:
- Standard ASCII (IRIG-J)
- Extended ASCII
- ASCII with Time Quality
- ASCII with Time Quality and Year
- Vorne large-display time
- Status
- Event
- Connector: Male 9-pin D-sub (TXD, RXD, AUX IN, AUX OUT)
- RS-422/485 Transmit only, to drive multiple devices
Certifications and Approvals:
- CE mark/label and certificate
Power Requirements:
- Standard:
- Voltage: 85 to 264 Vac, 47 to 440 Hz, 20 VA maximum or 110 to 275 Vdc, 15 W maximum
- Inlet: IEC-320 with fuse and mating cordset. Specify option P01 - P10
- Available cordset plug style and specifications are described in the Options and AccessoriesOptions and Accessories section
General:
- Physical:
- Size: 1 RU rack mount or tabletop, 260 mm deep FMS, Rack mounts included.
508 x 381 x 203 mm (20 x 15 x 8 in.), shipping - Weight: 2 kg (4.5 lbs), net
5.5 kg (12 lbs), shipping - Antenna:
- Mounting: 0.75 in. pipe (1 in. - 14 marine) thread
- Cable Connection: F-type
- Size: 77.5 dia. x 66.2 mm (3.05 x 2.61 in.)
- Weight: 170 grams (6.0 oz)
- Antenna Cable:
- Type: RG-6, 15 m (50 ft) provided
- Weight: 0.69 kg (1.52 lbs) per 15 m
- Environmental:
- Operating Temperature: 0° to +50° C (-20° to +70° C typical)
- Nonoperating Temperature: -40° to +85° C
- Humidity: Noncondensing
- EMC: Radiated susceptibility: passes walkie-talkie test. Conducted emissions: power supply complies with FCC 20780, Class A and VDE 0871/6.78 Class A. Surge withstand capability (SWC), power inlet: designed to meet ANSI/IEEE C37.90-1 and IEC 801-4
Options:
The available power options are listed below and are described in the Options and Accessories section, see our Product Catalog.Options and AccessoriesOptions and Accessories section.
Power (select only one):
| Order Number: | Description |
|---|---|
| 1094opt07: | IEC-320 Power Inlet, 85 to 264 Vac, 110 to 275 Vdc |
| 1094opt08: | Terminal Power Strip, Surge Withstand, 10 to 60 Vdc |
| 1094opt10: | Terminal Power Strip, Surge Withstand, 85 to 264 VAc, 110 to 275 Vdc |
Accessories:
Included:
| Order Number: | Description |
|---|---|
| AS0028200: | Rack Mount Kit |
| AS0076200: | GPS Antenna, pipe mountable |
| AS0083400: | 1094 Operation Manual |
| CA0021315: | 15 m (50 ft) RG-6 Antenna Cable |
| P01-P10: | Power Cord Available cordset plug style and specifications are described in the Options/Accessories section. |
Available:
| Order Number: | Description |
|---|---|
| AS0033100: | Rack Slide Kit |
| AS0044600: | GPS Antenna Mounting Bracket |
| AS0044700: | 21 dB Pre-Amp, In Line - For use with cable lengths greater than 75 m (250 ft) |
| AS0044800: | RG-11 Crimp Tool + 25 F-type Connectors |
| AS0048900: | Antenna Grounding Block Kit |
| AS0049000: | GPS Surge Protector Kit |
| AS0062000: | High Interference GPS Antenna and Mounting Adapter Kit |
| CA0021315: | 15 m (50 ft) RG-6 Antenna Cable |
| CA0021330: | 30 m (100 ft) RG-6 Antenna Cable |
| CA0021345: | 45 m (150 ft) RG-6 Antenna Cable |
| CA0021360: | 60 m (200 ft) RG-6 Antenna Cable |
| CA0021375: | 75 m (250 ft) RG-6 Antenna Cable |
| TF0006400: | RG-6 Crimp Tool |
| WC0004900: | 300 m (1000 ft) Roll RG-11 Cable |


