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WHARTON 4860 - User Manual

WHARTON 4860
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4850 / 4860 Master Clock
Operating and Installation Instructions
Issue 2.0
Wharton

Questions and Answers

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    RomanJun 5, 2025
    how to connect remotely with this watch? Via software or via web browser? Thanks

    Summary

    Introduction

    Features

    Details the operational capabilities and technical specifications of the master clock system.

    Package Contents

    Lists all the items included in the product package upon purchase.

    Quick Start, FAQ and Programming

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Addresses common user queries and provides solutions to potential issues.

    Programming Menus

    Explains the interactive menu structure used to configure the master clock's various settings.

    Setting the Time

    Provides a detailed step-by-step guide for manually setting the clock's time and date.

    Leap Second Insertion

    Describes the function for programming leap second adjustments to maintain time accuracy.

    System Set-up

    Details the general system configuration options available for the master clock.

    Installation

    Power Supply Connection

    Instructions for correctly connecting the master clock to its power source.

    Battery Backup

    Information on the battery backup system and its operational period.

    External Connections

    Overview of the input and output ports available on the rear of the unit.

    Location Setup

    Setting the Location

    Procedure for setting the master clock's location to ensure correct time zone referencing.

    User Programmable Time Zone

    Explains how to define custom time zones and daylight saving changes.

    Synchronisation Setup

    GPS Synchronisation

    Guide to setting up time synchronisation using GPS satellite signals.

    488 HS and 488 B System Installation

    Details the installation steps for the 488HS and 488B GPS receiver systems.

    MSF and DCF Synchronisation

    Covers time synchronisation methods using MSF and DCF radio signals.

    Installation

    Guidelines for installing the 484 series radio time code receivers.

    Alignment

    Procedures for aligning radio receivers to optimize signal reception.

    w482 Time Zone Setup

    Setup Procedure

    Step-by-step guide to configuring w482 time zone settings for slave clocks.

    RS232 & RS485 Serial Output

    Operation

    Explains the operation of the serial data output ports for time synchronization.

    Setting the Message Format

    Procedure for selecting and programming serial output message formats.

    Setting the Output Message Time Offset

    How to reference serial outputs to local time or UTC.

    Serial Setting Mode

    Relay Setup

    Operation

    Describes the functionality and rated capabilities of the relay output.

    Setting the Programmable Relay Time

    Procedure to program the relay's activation time and operational mode.

    Network Configuration (4860 net)

    Quick Setup

    Initial steps for configuring network settings on the 4860net device.

    Operation

    Explains how the 4860net functions as a Network Time Server.

    TCP;IP Concepts

    Basic explanation of TCP/IP networking, IP addresses, subnets, and gateways.

    Supported Protocols

    IRIG Output

    IRIG Setup

    Configuration options and procedures for IRIG time code output.

    Setting the IRIG Signal Time Offset

    How to reference IRIG output to location or UTC time settings.

    RS485 level IRIG output

    Information on using the S1 serial output for transmitting IRIG data.

    EBU Output

    EBU Setup

    Configuration settings for various EBU time code output formats.

    Impulse Output

    Commissioning

    The overall procedure to commission the impulse clock system for operation.

    Initial Setup Procedure

    Initial setup steps required before synchronising impulse clocks.

    Synchronisation of clocks

    Procedure to ensure all connected slave clocks synchronise together correctly.

    Programming the Impulse time

    How to program the correct impulse time for analogue slave clocks.

    Starting the Impulses

    Procedure to initiate the impulse output signal to the connected clocks.

    Visual Indication of Operation and Error status

    How to interpret LEDs and displays for impulse output status and potential errors.

    Appendix A - Cable Specifications

    4850;4860 to 488 HS; 488 BGPS Interconnection

    Cable specifications for connecting to 488HS/488B GPS receiver systems.

    4850;4860 to 484 MSF;DCF Interconnection

    Cable specifications for connecting to 484 MSF and DCF radio receivers.

    4850;4860 to w482 Code Interconnection

    Cable specifications required for the w482 time code system.

    4860 to Analogue Impulse Clock Interconnection

    Cable specifications for connecting analogue impulse slave clocks.

    Appendix B - Case Dimensions

    4850.R.x; 4860 Case Dimensions

    Physical dimensions and mounting details for the 1U rack-mount models.

    4850.T.x Case Dimensions

    Physical dimensions and mounting details for the table-top models.

    Appendix C - Supported Devices

    VCRs; Digital Recorders

    Lists compatible VCRs and digital recorders for time synchronisation.

    Appendix D - NTP Synchronisation Option

    Quick Setup

    Initial steps for configuring NTP synchronisation on 4860netclient.

    Operation

    Explains how the 4860netclient utilizes NTP for time synchronisation.

    NTP Network Settings Table

    Details the network settings specific to NTP synchronisation for the client.

    WHARTON 4860 Specifications

    General IconGeneral
    BrandWHARTON
    Model4860
    CategoryClock
    LanguageEnglish

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