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1. GENERAL POINTS
Thank you for choosing the BODET Netsilon time server. This product has been carefully designed to meet your
needs in accordance with ISO 9001 quality standards.
We recommend that you read this manual carefully before using the product for the first time.
Retain this manual throughout the lifespan of your product so that you can refer to it when necessary.
Failure to observe these instructions may cause irreversible damage and invalidate the warranty.
Non-contractual data. Bodet reserves the right to make changes to equipment, including functional, technical and
aesthetic changes or changes to colours, without notice.
This manual is subject to change without notice. To obtain the most recent version of this document, please refer to
our website: www.bodet-time.com.
Pleasenote:dependingonyourconfiguration(e.g.optioncards,NTPand/orGPSsynchronisation,etc.),
somefunctionspresentedinthisnoticemaynotbeavailableonyourNetsilontimeserver.
1.1 Using the guide
Different user profiles may be required to install or use this product.
According to the task to be performed and the proficiency level of the user, we recommend as follows:
>Little or no experience in this environment:
Read through this manual in its entirety before installing and configuring Netsilon.
>Good knowledge of this environment:
Read through this manual from Chapter 2. Installation
> If Netsilon is already operational:
In order to change a specific setting or gain a better understanding of its characteristics and functions, read
through this manual from Chapter 3.Commissioning. Use the search function, click on a PDF bookmark, or
use the table of contents.
> In the event of technical problems please refer to Chapter 7. Support.
Key to symbols:
: indicates advice, a recommendation or any other noteworthy information relating to use of Netsilon.
: indicates that special attention needs to be paid.
: indicates that misuse or failure to follow the instructions could result in a hazard. This information must be
taken into account when installing or using Netsilon.
1.2 Introduction
Netsilon is a time server designed to distribute a high-precision time signal.
Compact and modular, the Netsilon time server combines the precision of a master clock with the secure approach
of data networks:
> High-precision internal clock regulated by its own quartz TCXO.
> Order of priority for the different synchronisation references.
> Modular design allowing a wide variety of input/output signals (up to four option cards).
> Network security management: enable/disable encryption, authentication, and access protocols.
> Alarm information in the form of SNMP traps and e-mails.
Three versions are available, depending on the power supply:
> Netsilon 7 (100-240 VAC).
> Netsilon 7 (18-36 VDC).
> Netsilon 7 (100-240 VAC + 18-36 VDC).
