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Symmetricom TimeProvider 5000 User Manual

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TimeProvider 5000
IEEE 1588 Grand Master Clock / NTP Server
User’s Guide
Revision F – May 2012
Part Number 098-00028-000

Table of Contents

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Symmetricom TimeProvider 5000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
PTP Ports4
NTP CapacityUp to 10, 000 requests per second
Frequency Output10 MHz, 1 PPS
Time Synchronization ProtocolsNTP, PTP, SyncE
Input Reference1 PPS, 10 MHz
OutputNTP, PTP, 1 PPS, 10 MHz
Network Interface10/100/1000 Ethernet
Power SupplyAC or DC
ManagementWeb GUI, SNMP, CLI
RedundancyOptional
Form Factor1U rack mount
PTP ProfilesG.8275.1, G.8275.2
Operating Temperature0°C to +50°C
Holdover Accuracy< 1.5 µs over 24 hours (with Rubidium oscillator)

Summary

How to Use This Guide

Structure of This Guide

Describes the organization and contents of the user guide.

Conventions Used in This Guide

Explains typographical conventions used throughout the document.

Warnings, Cautions, Recommendations, and Notes

Highlights essential information for safety and proper operation.

Chapter 1 Overview

TimeProvider 5000 Features

Lists the key hardware and software features of the TimeProvider 5000.

Software Options

Details available software options and their licensing requirements.

Security Features

Describes the security measures implemented in the TP5000.

TimeProvider 5000 Connections

Illustrates and describes the various physical connectors on the device.

Physical Description

Provides details on the chassis, modules, and physical layout.

Functional Description

Explains the system's core functions and architecture.

Configuration Management

Covers how to manage system settings and configurations.

Alarms

Explains how the system handles and reports alarms.

Expansion Shelf System

Details the operation and integration of expansion shelves.

Chapter 2 Installing

Getting Started

Provides initial steps and considerations before installation.

Security Considerations for TP5000 Installation

Outlines critical security measures for a safe installation.

Site Survey

Guides on planning the physical location and environment for installation.

Unpacking the Unit

Details the procedure for safely unpacking the equipment.

Rack Mounting the Chassis

Explains how to physically mount the main unit in a rack.

Working With Modules

Covers the handling, insertion, and removal of system modules.

Signal Connections

Describes how to connect various input and output signals.

Making Ground and Power Connections

Crucial steps for proper electrical grounding and power setup.

Installation Check List

A checklist to verify the completeness of the installation.

Applying Power to the TimeProvider 5000

Steps for powering up the system.

Normal Power Up Indications

Expected behavior and LED indicators upon system startup.

Chapter 3 CLI Commands and SNMP

CLI Overview

Introduction to the Command Line Interface.

TimeProvider 5000 CLI Command Conventions

Explains syntax, keywords, and notation used in CLI commands.

Command User Levels

Describes different user access levels and their permissions.

Chapter 4 Provisioning

Establishing a Connection to the TimeProvider 5000

Guides on connecting to the device via serial or Ethernet.

Managing the User Access List

Procedures for adding, editing, and deleting user accounts.

Provisioning the TP5000 for Login Authentication

Configuration for remote user authentication using RADIUS.

Provisioning IMC Ethernet Port

Configuration of the Management (MGMT) Ethernet port.

Provisioning IOC Ethernet Ports

Configuration of ports on the IOC modules.

Provisioning VLAN

Setup for Virtual Local Area Networks.

Provisioning PTP

Configuration of Precision Time Protocol settings.

Provisioning NTP

Configuration of Network Time Protocol settings.

Provisioning the Input Reference

Setting up external references for timing and frequency.

Provisioning the Programmable E1/T1 Inputs

Detailed configuration for E1/T1 input ports.

Provisioning the 1PPS+TOD Inputs

Detailed configuration for 1PPS+TOD input ports.

Provisioning the Programmable E1/T1 Outputs

Detailed configuration for E1/T1 output ports.

Provisioning the Dedicated Outputs

Configuration for specific dedicated output ports.

Provisioning the 10MHz & 1PPS Outputs

Configuration for 10MHz and 1PPS output ports.

Setting the System Date and Time

Procedure to set the device's date and time.

Provisioning Alarms

Configuration and management of system alarms.

Saving and Restoring Provisioning Data

Procedures for backing up and restoring system configuration.

Provisioning for SNMP

Configuration for Simple Network Management Protocol.

Provisioning for Expansion Shelves

Configuration steps for expansion shelves.

Chapter 5 Operating

Logging In And Out

Procedures for accessing and exiting the system.

Adding And Deleting Users

Managing user accounts for system access.

Saving Present Configuration To Non-volatile Memory

Saving current settings to persistent storage.

Restoring Default Configuration

Procedures for resetting the system to factory default settings.

Determining Status

Commands to check the current operational state of system components.

Forcing Unit To Send New Time in Time Reference Mode

Manually synchronizing system time with the reference.

Switching Active And Standby IOC Cards

Managing redundant IOC card states.

Displaying Logs

Viewing system alarm and event logs.

Managing PTP Clients

Configuration and monitoring of PTP client devices.

Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Recommended periodic checks to ensure optimal performance.

Safety Considerations

Critical safety guidelines for working with the equipment.

ESD Considerations

Precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge damage.

Troubleshooting

Guidance on diagnosing and resolving system issues.

Diagnosing the IOC - Reading LED Conditions

Interpreting IOC module LED indicators for troubleshooting.

Diagnosing the IMC - Reading LED Conditions

Interpreting IMC module LED indicators for troubleshooting.

Repairing the TimeProvider 5000

Procedures for replacing hardware modules.

Upgrading the Firmware

Steps to update the system software.

Downgrading the Firmware

Procedures for reverting to an earlier software version.

TimeProvider 5000 Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for system components and accessories.

Contacting Technical Support

Contact information for technical assistance and sales.

Appendix A System Messages

Message provisioning

Explains the syslog facility and severity codes used.

System Notification Messages

Lists and describes system messages, alarms, and events.

Appendix B Specifications and Factory Defaults

Specifications

Details mechanical, environmental, power, signal, and clock specifications.

Factory Defaults

Lists the default configuration values for system parameters.

Appendix C Installing the GPS Antenna

Antenna Kits and Accessories

Lists available antenna kits, accessories, and their part numbers.

Installing the Antenna

Step-by-step procedures for physically installing the GPS antenna.

Appendix D Redundant IOC Cards

Overview

Introduction to the concept and implementation of redundant IOC cards.

Appendix F PTP Probe Option

Overview

Introduction to the PTP Probe functionality and its purpose.

Requirements for Measurements

Lists necessary hardware and software for taking PTP measurements.

Installing the Probe

Procedures for the physical installation of the PTP Probe.

Controlling the Probe With TimeMonitor PDV

How to use the TimeMonitor PDV software to manage the probe.

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