It was agreed that figure 3 needs to be related to bit-time, rather than being specified in ns. An open issue is whether the transmission line for DS-SE should be specified at 100 Ohms or 50 Ohms. However, board and backplane engineering is also a significant issue. This is considered primarily a cost issue, rather than a performance issue. At short distances, it does not matter as transmission line effects are negligable.
Feedback is sought from all members and interested parties on the costs and factors involved.
Working papers on this issue are sought. It was agreed that it is important to fix a value. 5.2.3 DS-Link off board copper connector RB showed the latest connectors and related developments. The latching system is much improved and this was warmly welcomed. He showed work on constructing multiple connectors.