Burst Transmission Offset Values for DRAM Receiver Timing Margins

The patent applies preliminary action by performing phase alignment and duty cycle correction before data transmission occurs. The system pre-adjusts clock signals using DLL and DCC circuits to ensure proper timing relationships are established beforehand, creating adequate timing windows and margins for error even at high clock speeds. This proactive approach prevents timing errors before they can occur during actual data communication.

The patent merges the phase alignment and duty cycle correction functions into a single integrated correction circuit that processes clock signals simultaneously. The DLL and DCC circuits are combined to work together on the same clock signal path, reducing the number of separate components needed. This consolidation achieves reliable phase and duty cycle correction while minimizing the overall device complexity by eliminating redundant circuitry.

The patent introduces an intermediary correction mechanism that mediates between the high clock speed requirements and phase detection precision. The DLL and DCC circuits act as intermediaries that actively adjust and stabilize clock signal parameters, effectively extending the usable timing windows. This intermediary system allows the system to maintain high clock speeds while providing sufficient time margins for accurate phase and duty cycle detection through active signal conditioning.