Symmetricom TimeCreator 1000 User Manual

097-93100-01 Revision C – February, 2010 TimeCreator 1000 User’s Guide 49
Chapter 3 Installing the TimeCreator 1000
Unpacking the Unit
 Secure all cable screws to their corresponding connectors.
Installation Tools and Equipment
You will need the following tools and equipment to install the TimeCreator 1000:
 Standard tool kit
 Cable ties, waxed string or acceptable cable clamps
 No. 18 AWG (minimum) wire at 300 volt insulation for –48 V DC
 No. 12 AWG wire to connect grounding lug to permanent earth ground
 Signal wiring (including DTI Links, GPS, and Ethernet) uses shielded cabling of
the appropriate impedance required by the specific signal type
 Mating connectors for terminating signal wiring
 Fasteners for mounting the equipment in rack
 Digital Voltmeter (DVM)
Unpacking the Unit
The TimeCreator 1000 is packaged to protect it from normal shock, vibration and
handling damage.
Unpack and inspect the unit as follows:
1. Wear a properly grounded protective wrist strap or other ESD device.
2. Inspect the container for signs of damage. If the container appears to be
damaged, notify both the carrier and your Symmetricom distributor. Retain the
shipping container and packing material for the carrier to inspect.
3. Open the container, being careful to cut only the packaging tape.
Caution: To avoid interference, you must consider the
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of nearby equipment when you
install the TimeCreator 1000.
Electromagnetic interference can adversely affect the operation of
nearby equipment.
Caution: To avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to parts that
are packaged with the TimeCreator 1000, observe the following
procedures.

Symmetricom TimeCreator 1000 Specifications

General

Brand	Symmetricom
Model	TimeCreator 1000
Category	Server
Language	English