All, I have completed a write-up on how to make the REF-0 run standalone. As there is a lot to cover, I decided to split it up into two (or more) parts. This first part summarizes what is required on the interface pins, and details what I have discovered about the serial string timing. If you know how to program a microcontroller and you have a GPS and a single schmitt inverter IC handy, you can do this right now.
To save bandwidth on the list and have a nice simple link, I posted this on my "blog" (which I rarely actually use). Here is the link: http://syncchannel.blogspot.com/2015/08/standalone-operation-of-lucent-ks-24361.html I will do a second write-up with some code. Nearly any microcontroller with a UART will work, even an Arduino. I will do example AVR and PIC code. I have referenced and credited many people in this write-up who helped with this project, or worked on the KS-24361 units in general. If your name is not listed and you did work on deciphering these boxes, please email me off-list. I will add you. If your name is listed and you don't want it to be for some reason, email me. If you see problems with what I have written, email me. This procedure is brand new. Problems may be found. But at least progress has been made. I hope this information is useful. Good luck getting your REF-0 running standalone. Mine has been for several hours and it's doing great. Over days and weeks we will see how these units do long-term running by themselves. Thanks, Dan _______________________________________________ time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts and follow the instructions there.