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TYMSERVE 2000
NETWORK TIME SERVER
Operation and Technical Manual

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Datum TYMSERVE 2000 Specifications

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BrandDatum
ModelTYMSERVE 2000
CategoryServer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.0 General

Manual provides information on specs, installation, operation, and connectors.

1.1 TYMSERVE 2000 Features

Details the salient features of the TYMSERVE 2000, including time sources and protocols.

1.2 TYMSERVE 2000 Overview

Overview of the TYMSERVE 2000 as a time server, its functions and capabilities.

Chapter 2 Installation

2.0 General

Details the steps required to install the TYMSERVE 2000 Network Time Server.

2.1 Ethernet Connection

Describes connecting the TYMSERVE 2000 to the network via the AUI connector.

2.2 Timing Source

Explains selecting and connecting an external timing source for the TYMSERVE 2000.

2.3 Antenna Installation (-GPS version only)

Instructions for positioning and connecting the GPS antenna for the TYMSERVE 2000.

Chapter 3 Operation and Network Interface

3.0 General

Describes how the TYMSERVE 2000 accesses time data via Ethernet and IRIG B.

3.1 Operation

Covers basic operation, menu system use, and monitoring time synchronization.

3.2 Network Interface

Details compatibility with NTP versions 2 and 3 and host synchronization.

3.3 Serial Port Data Format

Explains the format of UTC time transmitted via the rear panel serial port.

3.4 NTP Data Format

Describes the format of the NTP message data area and its fields.

Chapter 4 Menu System

4.0 General

Overview of the menu system for setting parameters via front panel keyboard and LCD.

4.1 TYMSERVE 2000 Front Panel

Details the components of the TYMSERVE 2000 front panel: LCD display and keyboard.

4.2 Entering the Menu System

Instructions on how to enter and navigate the TYMSERVE 2000 menu system.

4.3 Modifying Network, Timing, and Feature Parameters

Guide to modifying network, timing, and feature parameters using the menu system.

4.4 Viewing and Saving Info

How to view and save system information, including firmware version and configuration.

4.5 Saving Parameters

Explains how to save programmable parameters to EEPROM for retention during power loss.

4.6 Exiting the Menu System

Procedure for exiting the menu system and applying parameter changes.

4.7 Network Parameter Description (all versions)

Detailed description of network parameters like Internet Address, Subnet Mask, and SNMP settings.

4.8 Timing Parameter Description (-GPS, -IRIG)

Describes timing parameters for GPS and IRIG versions: Timing Source, Time Code Format, Current Year.

4.9 Feature Parameter Description (-GPS, -IRIG)

Details feature parameters for GPS/IRIG versions: Set time manually, Local Time Offset, Output Frequency.

4.10 Information Description (-GPS, -IRIG)

Describes information found in the INFO area for GPS/IRIG versions: Firmware Version, VCXO Voltage, Satellite Usage.

4.11 Timing Parameter Description (-ACTS)

Describes timing parameters for the -ACTS version: Make call to NIST, Call Reference Time, Call Interval.

4.12 Feature Parameter Description (-ACTS)

Details feature parameters for the -ACTS version: Set time manually, Local Time UTC Offset, Modem Speaker Volume.

4.13 Information Description (-ACTS)

Describes information found in the INFO area for the -ACTS version: Firmware versions, Last Computer On/Off Time, Last Time Sync.

Chapter 5 Input/Output Connectors

5.0 General

Overview of the input/output connectors located on the rear panel of the unit.

5.1 Ethernet AUI Connector

Details the Ethernet AUI connector for network connection.

5.2 Serial Port Connector

Describes the RS-232 serial port connector and its pinout.

5.3 RJ11 Connectors

Information on RJ11 connectors, used for phone line connection on -ACTS version.

5.4 AC Power Entry Module

Details the AC power entry module, including power cord and fuse.

5.5 Time Code In BNC (-GPS, -IRIG)

Describes the BNC connector for inputting time code signals.

5.6 DCLS Out and Time Code Out BNC (-GPS, -IRIG)

Details BNC connectors for DCLS and modulated IRIG B time code output signals.

5.7 1 PPS Out BNC (-GPS, -IRIG)

Describes the BNC connector for 1 PPS output signal.

5.8 Freq Out BNC (-GPS, -IRIG)

Details the BNC connector for frequency output signals (1, 5, or 10 MHz).

5.9 Periodic Out BNC (-GPS, -IRIG)

Describes the BNC connector for programmable periodic output signals.

5.10 1 PPS In BNC (-GPS, -IRIG)

Describes the BNC connector for accepting an external 1 PPS input signal.

5.11 10 MHz In BNC (-GPS, -IRIG)

Notes that the 10 MHz input BNC is not currently used.

5.12 Spare1 and Spare2 BNC (-GPS, -IRIG)

Mentions two spare BNC holes for special applications.

5.13 GPS Antenna Connector (-GPS)

Details the GPS antenna connector for the -GPS version.

5.14 Channel 1 - 8 Output BNCs (-GPS, -IRIG with -TDM option)

Describes 8 buffered time code output BNCs for systems with -TDM option.

Appendix A Troubleshooting Guide

A.0 General

Introduction to the troubleshooting guide for common problems and LRU replacement.

A.1 Timing Source Problems

Troubleshooting guide for issues related to the timing source, e.g., 'FLY' display or incorrect time.