syncboxRED User Manual (version 1.2)
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1. a 1m cable preterminated with a 9 way female D connector The connector is configured for direct connection to a standard PC 9 way male D connector as indicated in table 2 1 If required the supplied data cable may be extended up to a maximum of 15m 50ft using a similar cable type Belden 9533 or equivalent 2 syncboxRED GPS Serial Time Source User Manual Version 1 2 Section 2 Installing the syncboxRED Pin ID number Cable colour RS232 PPS White RS232 XD ra SIG GND Table 2 1 RS232 output connector wiring undetailed pins are unconnected If the unit is to be installed externally the supplied cable should be substituted for a sunlight resistant equivalent When replacing the cable care should be taken to ensure that the cable grommet at the data cable exit point is fastened securely and any joints in the cable are housed within a water tight enclosure 2 4 Power connection Once the unit has been secured in place and the RS232 output connected power may be applied to the syncboxRED The power adapter should be connected to a local mains power supply WARNING ENSURE THE POWER SUPPLY IS OF THE CORRECT VOLTAGE FOR OPERATION WITH YOUR LOCAL MAINS POWER SUPPLY The power adapter and connected cable are suitable for internal use only If the syncboxRED is being installed externally a suitable DC power cable extension should be used for the duration of the external cable run The cable extension should be se2. 24 2003 syncboxRED GPS Serial Time Source User Manual Version 1 2 5 World Time Solutions Limited 1st Floor Barclays House Gatehouse Way Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP19 8DB United Kingdom 44 0 1296 331428 sales worldtimesolutions com www worldtimesolutions com
3. ED incorporates a high sensitivity GPS engine with excellent interference rejection and low noise operation enabling the system to acquire a GPS lock in low signal areas Please refer to section 2 for installation recommendations and section 3 for details of confirming system operation 1 1 Package contents The syncboxRED is supplied with the following component parts e syncboxRED GPS Serial Time source e 1m RS232 serial cable preterminated with a 9 way D connector e UK style power adapter User manual 1 2 syncboxRED front view The drawing below shows the front view of the syncboxRED syncboxRED GPS Serial Time Source www worldtimesolutions com OV 12V TXD PPS DC POWER INPUT RS232 OUTPUT Figure 1 1 syncboxRED front view 1 IP66 NMEA 4X polycarbonate 5 RS232 level serial and enclosure with clear cover PPS outputs Status LEDs 6 Case fixing points x4 12V DC power input Cable grommets x2 4 Cover fixings ta i i Table 1 1 syncboxRED functions syncboxRED GPS Serial Time Source User Manual Version 1 2 1 2 Installing the syncboxRED The syncboxRED should be installed in a suitable location following the recommendations in section 2 1 below The system should be securely fixed in place connected to the synchronisation slave system e g a PC using the supplied cable and then powered via the supplied power adapter If required the cables may be extended by foll
4. EDs 3 2 Serial data format The syncboxRED is available with different software versions each generating an RS232 level serial output in a different data format The output data is specified by the customer at time of order This syncboxRED has been supplied to output the following serial format 4 syncboxRED GPS Serial Time Source User Manual Version 1 2 A Specifications Typical Performance Specifications PPS accuracy 1 microsecond GPS Module Specifications GPS engine 12 parallel channel C AL 1 1575 42 MHz RF Reception Sensitivity 189dBW tracking 185dBW acquisition hot or assisted Ephemeris available 174dBW unassisted acquisition Ephemeris decoded I O Connections Serial ASCII output RS232 level serial data output as detailed in section 3 2 PPS output RS232 level one pulse per second output Power input 12 VDC power input supplied with 230 VAC power adapter Mechanical amp Electrical Specifications Dimensions 158 x 90 x 55 mm 6 22 x 3 54 x 2 17 including removable wall brackets excluding cable grommets Toa Enclosure IP66 NEMA 4X rated UV stabilised polycarbonate enclosure Light grey body and clear cover Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 30 to 50 C Relative humidity 0 95 noncondensing Standards Compliance Electrical Safety BS EN 60950 1 2006 Radio Disturbance BS EN 55022 2006 Immunity Characteristics BS EN 550
5. lected by a suitably qualified person When connecting the replacement power cable care should be taken to ensure that the cable grommet at the power cable entry point is fastened securely and any joints in the cable are housed within a water tight enclosure syncboxRED GPS Serial Time Source User Manual Version 1 2 3 3 System operation Once the system has been correctly installed see section 2 and the power adapter connected to the local mains power supply the syncboxRED will automatically search for GPS signals For a typical installation system lock from a cold start should take under 10 minutes Once the syncboxRED has synchronised to the GPS satellites the unit will automatically output RS232 data Depending on the software version of each individual syncboxRED RS232 data may be output before the system has synchronised to the GPS signals 3 1 syncboxRED status information The operational status of the syncboxRED may be visually confirmed via the status LEDs see figure 1 1 The table below lists the function of the different LEDs a Power Green LED illuminates continuously when power is applied to the syncboxRED and the system is running Lock Green LED illuminates continuously when the syncboxRED is synchronised to the GPS satellites Data Green LED flashes to indicate communication between the GPS engine and the main processor Red LED illuminates upon detection of a fault condition Table 3 1 Status L
6. owing the recommendations in sections 2 3 and 2 4 Special care should be taken to follow these recommendations if the unit is to be installed externally 2 1 Recommended installation locations To achieve the most reliable operation the syncboxRED should be installed in the following optimum location e On the roof of a building laying flat facing the sky The unit should have a clear unobstructed view of the sky If installation on the roof of the building is not practical one of the following acceptable alternative installation locations may be used e Flat to the side of a building facing the horizon with a partial view of the sky The unit should be installed on the side of the building facing towards the equator e Mounted internally looking out of a non obstructed window The window should be on the side of the building facing towards the equator Ensure the window is not coated with a metallised film as this may disrupt the GPS signals 2 2 Physical installation The syncboxRED should be secured in position using the four 4 5mm 0 178 case fixing points see figure 1 1 Care should be taken to ensure the fixings used not supplied are suitable for the application Alternatively the unit may be fixed in position using the optional post fixing kit Please refer to the instruction manual supplied with the kit for installation recommendations 2 3 Connecting the syncboxRED to a PC The unit is supplied with
7. r to view a copy of the software licence please visit www worldtimesolutions com LIMITED WARRANTY The syncboxRED GPS Serial Time Source is guaranteed against failure due to faulty parts or workmanship for a period of five 5 years from date of purchase In the event of product failure due to faulty parts or workmanship within the warranty period World Time Solutions Limited at its own discretion will either a repair the product b supply a replacement product c supply a functionally equivalent replacement product or d refund the purchase price of the product The limited warranty will not apply if a the product has not been installed or operated as per our instructions b the product has been modified in anyway In the event of failure the syncboxRED should be returned to the manufacturer for inspection and repair Please visit our support pages for further details www worldtimesolutions com support html TECHNICAL SUPPORT To obtain help with the installation or operation of the syncboxRED please visit our web site at www worldtimesolutions com support html II syncboxRED GPS Serial Time Source User Manual Version 1 2 1 Introduction The World Time Solutions syncboxRED is a highly accurate GPS time receiver The unit is designed to synchronise to the GPS navigation network and provide RS232 level serial time and date information for the synchronisation of a single system or PC The syncboxR
8. syncboxRED GPS Serial Time Source User Manual Version 1 2 World Time Solutions World Time Solutions Limited COPYRIGHT 2010 2014 World Time Solutions Limited All Rights Reserved All information contained within this document is the property of World Time Solutions Limited and cannot be used or reproduced by any person or company without written consent from World Time Solutions Limited World Time Solutions Limited reserves the right to make periodic amendments to the information in this document without notice TRADEMARKS All registered trademarks and trademarks are property of their respective owners RoHS COMPLIANCE World Time Solutions Limited works with its suppliers to ensure all products comply with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances ROHS directive For further information please visit our web site at www worldtimesolutions com rohs html DISPOSAL bd Please dispose of this unit properly To minimize pollution and help protect the environment this unit should be recycled For further information and or to view a copy of the World Time Solutions Limited Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Policy please visit our web site at www worldtimesolutions com recycle html SOFTWARE LICENCE This product contains proprietary World Time Solutions Limited software This software is supplied under the World Time Solutions Limited Software Licence Agreement For further information o
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