PCIe time code input is not decoding

• Decoded timecode is intermittent, unstable, or contains gaps
• Decoded time freezes, jumps, or drops out while the signal is present
• System time does not update consistently based on decoded timecode

• Incorrect time display settings in WinDiscovery (UTC vs local), time zone, DST, or a configured offset
• Incorrect time-handling settings (time zone, DST, offsets, UTC vs local display)
• Signal integrity issue (cable type and length, connector seating, grounding/shielding, or signal level)

1. In WinDiscovery, verify time display settings (UTC vs local), time zone, DST, and any configured offsets.
2. Check inputs, cabling, and network connectivity.
3. Restart and re-test after each change to isolate the cause.

This topic commonly comes up during configuration, verification, or troubleshooting. Understanding what this behavior or setting represents helps distinguish between normal operation and an actual fault.

Time Dissemination During Reference Outages