Signal-Based vs. Time-Based Synchronization
- Updated2023-02-17
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Signal-Based vs. Time-Based Synchronization
Synchronizing multiple devices requires accurate timing for event synchronization and data correlation. NI-Sync achieves timing accuracy between devices using two synchronization methods: signal-based and time-based.
In a signal-based application, clocks and trigger signals are shared directly between nodes that require synchronization. In a time-based application, nodes independently synchronize their individual clocks based on a common time source, usually an external timing reference like GPS.
Refer to the following table to weigh the pros and cons of using signal-based or time-based synchronization in an application:
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