Adaptive Micro Systems Alpha Bedienungsanleitung
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Alpha®
Serial Clock
User Manual
— Make sure DIP switch #8 is set to OFF (see page 17)
© 2008 Adaptive Micro Systems
Document No. 97033006 rev. B
March 24, 2008
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Copyright © 2008 Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Adaptive Micro Systems
7840 North 86th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53224 USA
414-357-2020
414-357-2029 (fax)
http://www.adaptivedisplays.com
Adaptive and Alpha are registered trademarks of Adaptive Micro Systems.
AlphaNet plus is a trademark of Adaptive Micro Systems. All other brands
and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
NOTE:Due to continuing product innovation, specifications in this document
are subject to change without notice. The most current release of this manual
is maintained on Adaptive’s website www.adaptivedisplays.com.
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Contents
Introduction ...........................................................................................................7
Power supply (AC adapter) ....................................................................................7
Master/Slave modes ..............................................................................................8
Setting the time .....................................................................................................9
Bright/Dim switch ..................................................................................................9
Stand alone operation ............................................................................................9
Network configurations—Adding serial clocks to an Alpha network ...................10
Time zone adjust feature ......................................................................................13
Wall mounting .....................................................................................................15
Countertop or desk mounting ..............................................................................15
Using End-of-Line terminators or Ethernet Adapter II devices .............................16
Setting the #5 DIP switch .....................................................................................17
Setting the #8 DIP switch to OFF ..........................................................................17
Clock specifications .............................................................................................18
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Serial Clock Warranty
Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that the
sign, keyboard and power supply will be free of defects in workmanship and
materials for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase.
Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc. will without charge, repair or replace, at its
option, defective product or component parts upon delivery to the factory
service department accompanied by proof of the date of purchase in the form
of a sales receipt.
This warranty does not apply in the event of any misuse or abuse of the
product, or as a result of any unauthorized repairs or alterations. This
warranty does not apply if the serial number is altered, defaced or removed
from the sign. Incandescent lamps used in incandescent products are not
covered by this warranty.
The purchase price of this product does not include, from Adaptive Micro
Systems, Inc., any on-site support, service or maintenance.
Local ordinances prohibiting the use of flashing signs may exist in some
locations. Compliance with local ordinances is the sole responsibility of the
customer.
To obtain warranty coverage, this product must be registered. Please
complete the enclosed warranty registration card and mail it to Adaptive
Micro Systems, Inc.
How to Obtain Warranty Service on Alpha Products
To obtain warranty service on Alpha products:
1. Contact the dealer/distributor from whom the product was purchased. If you
do not know where the product was purchased, contact Adaptive Micro
Systems Customer Service at 414-357-2020.
2. If the dealer/distributor cannot service the product, obtain a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number through that company. An RMA
number is required to obtain warranty service.
3. Fill out the Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) Form on the
following page. To obtain warranty service, this form including the RMA
number must accompany the product.
4. Follow return instructions on the RMA form to return to Adaptive Micro
Systems, Inc.
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Return Merchandise Authorization Form
RMA Number: _________________________
Date of Purchase: ________________________________
Company Name: ________________________________
Contact Person: ________________________________
Address: ________________________________
________________________________
Phone Number: ________________________________
Description of Problem: __________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
Return Instructions:
Step 1: Obtain an RMA number from your dealer/distributor.
Step 2: Fill out this form and include proof of purchase receipt if product is under warranty.
Step 3: Pack this form and the product in the original carton (or a suitable replacement). Please write
the RMA number on the outside of the package. Any damage to the product during shipment
is the responsibility of the freight company or the owner of the product.
Step 4: Ship the package, postage/shipping prepaid to:
Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc.
Attn: RMA No. ___________
7840 North 86th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53224
PLEASE WRITE THE RMA NUMBER ON THE LABEL OF THE SHIPPING BOX - THANK YOU.
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EMI Compliance
The Alpha serial clock complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These are
limits designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications made to the Alpha serial clock that have not been
expressly approved by Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc. could void your
authority to operate the Alpha serial clock.
NOTE: Damage to clock can occur if exposed to direct sunlight or
moisture. Do not expose clock to direct sunlight or moisture. Clock
is for indoor use only—do not use outdoors.
NOTE: Damage to clock can occur if clock overheats. Make sure that there
is adequate ventilation and air flows on all sides of the clock to
avoid overheating.
Clock has no customer serviceable parts. Return to manufacturer if
service is required.
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Introduction
The Alpha serial clock displays the time in either 12-hour or 24-hour mode
using a 4-inch LED display. The clock can be used all by itself or it can be
networked with other Alpha clocks or Alpha signs. In a network, one clock
(or a PC attached to the network) is used to synchronize all the other clocks
to the same time.
Used by itself, the Alpha serial clock should be set to master mode. In a
network composed of all Alpha serial clocks, one clock should be set to
master mode and the other clocks set to slave mode. In a network with a PC
that is connected to Alpha clocks and Alpha signs, all the clocks should be
set to slave mode.
Power supply (AC adapter)
The clock is equipped with a small AC adapter with an 18-foot power cord.
Connect the power cord to the adapter plug receptacle on the backside of the
clock (See Figure 1: Serial Clock—Rear Panel) before plugging the adapter
into a standard 120V wall outlet.
Figure 1: Serial Clock—Rear Panel
6” spacing
Keyhole slotKeyhole slot
Bright/Dim switch
12/24 Hour switch
Master/Slave switch
Adapter plug
receptacle
Serial Jacks & DIP switch
(remove screw/plate)
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Master/Slave modes
The Alpha serial clock can either operate in master or slave mode. A clock
set to master mode sends out the time once each minute to all of the other
clocks on a network. A clock set to slave mode is ready to receive the time
from the master clock or a PC (personal computer). On a network, only one
clock should be set to master—all other clocks should be set to slave mode.
On a network attached to a PC, all clocks should be set to slave mode.
The master/slave switch is located on the back of the clock, next to the 12/24
hour switch (See Figure 1: Serial Clock—Rear Panel).
To change the master/slave mode settings, first remove the adapter from
the wall outlet, set the master/slave switch to the desired setting, and re-
insert the adapter into the wall outlet.
The slave mode setting can also be set using the #5 DIP switch. If the #5 DIP
switch is set to ON, the clock will operate in slave mode, regardless of the
setting of the master/slave switch. If the #5 DIP switch is set to OFF, the
clock will operate in the mode specified by the master/slave switch on the
back of the clock. This DIP switch capability is provided in order to make it
more difficult for unauthorized personnel to change a clock from the slave
mode to the master mode. (See Figure 6: Setting the DIP Switches on page
17 for more information.)
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Setting the time
To set the time of the master clock, use the HOUR or MINUTE buttons on
the front lower right side of the clock (See Figure 2: Serial Clock—Front
Panel). The HOUR and MINUTE buttons do not operate if the clock is set to
slave mode.
To set the hours, press the HOUR button until the desired number is
displayed. There is no AM/PM option. If the clock is in 12-hour mode, 1-12
will be the only hours displayed. If the clock is in 24-hour mode, 0-23 will
be the hours displayed. Use the 12/24 Hour Switch on the back of the clock
(See Figure 1: Serial Clock—Rear Panel on page 7) to set the clock to either
12-hour or 24-hour mode.
To set the minutes, press the minute button until the desired number is
displayed. Each press of the HOUR or MINUTE button will increase the
number displayed by one. Pressing and holding the HOUR or MINUTE
button down will increase the numbers displayed automatically.
Bright/Dim switch
A bright/dim switch, located on the back of the clock (See Figure 1: Serial
Clock—Rear Panel on page 7), allows you to switch between a bright or a
dim display mode to suit your preference.
Stand alone operation
Clocks not attached to a network must be set to master mode. The time can
be set using the HOUR and MINUTE buttons on the front of the clock.
Figure 2: Serial Clock—Front Panel
HOUR
Button
MINUTE
Button
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Network configurations—Adding serial clocks to an Alpha network
Alpha serial clocks can be connected together with each other or in a mix of
Alpha signs. Also, like an Alpha sign, an Alpha serial clock must be
terminated when it is the last device on a network.
In a network, one clock (or a PC attached to the network) is used to
synchronize all the other clocks to the same time. In a network composed of
all Alpha serial clocks, one clock must be set to master mode and the other
clocks set to slave mode.
Table 1: Networking Alpha serial clocks
(Example 1 — Clocks on an Ethernet network)
In this example of clocks on an Ethernet network, all clocks must be set to slave mode.
Item Part # Description
A1088-8621 3 foot serial cable, RJ-11 to RJ-11
* B 1088-1114B Ethernet Adapter II (5VDC power is required from the clock)
C— TCP/IP network cable (10/100 BASE-T)
* To provide power to the Ethernet Adapter II, the J5 Jumper must be moved from positions 1 and 2 to positions 2
and 3. To change the location of the J5 jumper go to page 16 for details.
B
To LEFT
phone jack
C
A
To LEFT
phone jack
To LEFT
phone jack
To LEFT
phone jack
B
A
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