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Bit synchronizer for decoding data

US4635280A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 28, 1985
Grant dateJan 6, 1987
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Expiry dateMay 28, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L7/033
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A bit synchronizer for Miller-encoded data includes a phase-locked loop for synchronizing the Miller-encoded data to the clock signal necessary for proper decoding thereof. The phase-locked loop includes a monostable multivibrator that is triggered on each transition of the Miller-encoded data. The monostable multivibrator controls the operation of two flip-flops that produce time-varying signals when the clock is leading or lagging the Miller-encoded data. The flip-flop output signals are constant when the clock is in phase with the Miller-encoded data. The flip-flop output signals are integrated, and the resultant signal controls a voltage-controlled oscillator so that the clock signal is phase coherent with the Miller-encoded data signal.

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