User manual

MC1000 - NTP Time Reference System - User Manual - Version 2.04
2 - Installing the MC1000
The MC1000 is supplied in a robust metal case suitable for mounting
into an industry standard 19” rack. The system requires a mains power
source, a connection to your local area network and connection to a
compatible World Time Solutions Time Receiver System.
System setup may be performed using the front panel switches.
Alternatively, the system setup may be adjusted using the supplied
MC1000 Interface software application, for which a temporary USB
connection is required (see section 5.2).
2.1 - Physical installation
The MC1000 has been designed for installation into an industry
standard 19” rack. The unit is 1U high (44mm - 1.75”) and is supplied
with four M6 rack screws.
The unit is also supplied with rubber feet for non-rack mounting
installations. These should be tted to the underside, enabling the
unit to be placed on a suitable surface.
2.2 - Remote synchronisation input connections
The MC1000 has two remote synchronisation inputs for connection
to compatible World Time Solutions Time Receiver systems. The
MC1000 is designed to operate with either one or two antenna
systems connected. In installations using two antenna systems, the
MC1000 uses the second antenna as a live backup system.
2.2.1 - Installing the antenna system
The antenna system/s should be installed as specied in the
accompanying installation guide.
2.2.2 - Connecting the antenna system to the MC1000
The antenna system/s should be connected to one of the Remote
Synchronisation Inputs using the supplied cable. Connections should
be made as shown in the installation guide accompanying the antenna
system. Please also refer to the antenna installation guide for details
of how the cable may be extended.
SYNC 1
SYNC 2
A C
D
B A C DB
REMOTE SYNCHRONISATION INPUTS
(If required, this cable may be
extended as detailed in the
installation guide accompanying
the antenna system.)