Edge Clock TP1000
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User’s Guide
Revision G – April 2008
Part Number 097-58001-02
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Contents
How to Use This Guide
Purpose of This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Who Should Read This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Structure of This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Conventions Used in This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Warnings, Cautions, Recommendations, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Related Documents and Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Where to Find Answers to Product and Document Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
What’s New in This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Synchronization Status Messages (SSMs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
SmartClock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
BesTime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Normal Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
GPS Holdover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Outputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Input Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Output Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Roof Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
TimeProvider 1000 Front-Access Shelf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
TimeProvider 1100 Rear-Access Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Default Command Access Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Alarm Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Default Equipment Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Default Input Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Default Output Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Default Retimer Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Installing SynCraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Index
Figures
1-1 TimeProvider 1000 ETSI-style Shelf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1-2 TimeProvider 1100 Rear Access Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1-3 TimeProvider 1100 Expansion Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
1-4 Front Panel of the TimeProvider 1000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
1-5 Rear Panel of the TimeProvider 1100 – Old Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
1-6 Rear Panel of the TimeProvider 1100 – New Version. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
1-7 Block Diagram of the TimeProvider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
1-8 The TimeProvider Interface Unit (TPIU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
1-9 The Integrated IMC/TPIU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
3-1 Installing the Model 1000 Shelf, Expansion Panel, and Cable Management
tray – 19-inch Rack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
3-2 Installing the Model 1100 Shelf, Cable Management tray, and Expansion
Panel – 19-inch Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
3-3 Installing the Model 1000 Shelf and Expansion Panel – 23-inch Rack. . . . . 59
3-4 Installing the Model 1100 Shelf and Expansion Panel – 23-inch Rack . . . . . 60
3-5 Power Terminal Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
3-6 Assembling the ETSI (Front Access) Power Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
3-7 BNC Input Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
3-8 Wire-Wrap Input Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
3-9 DB9 Input Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
3-10 BT43 Input Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
3-11 Metric (Siemens) Input Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
3-12 BNC and Wire-Wrap Output Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
3-13 DB9 Output Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
3-14 BT43 and Metric (Siemens) Output Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
3-15 B-422 Output Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
3-16 Front Panel of the T1 (wire-wrap) and E1 (BNC) Retimer Modules . . . . . . . 69
3-17 Sample Installation Schematic for a Retimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
3-18 DB-25 Alarm Connector (Front View) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
3-19 Locating the GPS Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
3-20 Antenna-to-Shelf Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
3-21 Installing the Antenna Bracket on a Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
3-22 Installing the Antenna Bracket on a Post . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
3-23 Attaching the Antenna to the Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
3-24 Assembling the Lightning Suppressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
3-25 Mounting the TPIU and Expansion Panel on the Same Rack Ears . . . . . . . 78
3-26 Mounting the TPIU with a Model 1000 ETSI-Style Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Tables
1-1 Typical Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
1-2 SSU-Based Reference Selection Scenarios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
1-3 Subtending-Based Reference Selection Scenarios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
1-4 ANSI SSM Quality Level Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
1-5 ITU SSM Quality Level Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
This section describes the format, layout, and purpose of this guide.
In This Preface
Purpose of This Guide
Who Should Read This Guide
Structure of This Guide
Conventions Used in This Guide
Warnings, Cautions, Recommendations, and Notes
Related Documents and Information
Where to Find Answers to Product and Document Questions
What’s New in This Guide
The TimeProvider User’s Guide describes the procedures for unpacking, installing,
using, maintaining, and troubleshooting the Symmetricom TimeProvider. It also
includes appendixes that describe default values and how to install the included
software application SynCraft.
Chapter 1, Overview of the Provides an overview of the product, describes the major
TimeProvider hardware and software features, and lists the system
specifications.
Chapter 2, Engineering and Lists the part number and ordering procedure for all
Ordering Procedures TimeProvider parts and accessories.
Chapter 3, Installing the Contains procedures for unpacking and installing the product.
TimeProvider
Chapter 4, Provisioning the Describes the TL1 commands required to provision the
TimeProvider TimeProvider after installing the unit.
Appendix A, Factory Default Includes a list of the factory default values for hardware and
Values software parameters.
Appendix B, CRAFT Software Describes how to use the CRAFT software interface with the
Reference TimeProvider.
Acronyms and Abbreviations – Terms are spelled out the first time they appear
in text. Thereafter, only the acronym or abbreviation is used.
Revision Control – The title page lists the printing date and versions of the
product this guide describes.
Typographical Conventions – This guide uses the typographical conventions
described in the table below.
Select File, Open... Click the Open option on the File menu.
TimeProvider Text in a source file or a system prompt or other text that appears
Username: on a screen.
Structure of This Guide, on The blue text, when viewed in a pdf file, indicates a hyperlink to the
page 14 indicated text.
Other helpful documents and software tools are listed below. See your
Symmetricom representative or sales office for a complete list of available
documentation.
For additional information about the products described in this guide, please contact
your Symmetricom representative or your local sales office. You can also contact us
on the web at www.symmetricom.com.
No Revision F of this guide has been issued. Revision G of this guide includes the
following new information:
In This Chapter
Overview
Operating Modes
Performance Monitoring
NTP Operation
SNMP – Simple Network Management Protocol
Physical Description
Functional Description
System Power
Communication Ports
Reference Input Signals
Clock Performance
Output Signals
Alarms
Synchronization Status Messages (SSMs)
SmartClock
BesTime
Overview
The TimeProvider’s unique design incorporates the input, output, and clock
functions in a single card, available with either a Rubidium or quartz oscillator. This
allows you to simplify the storage inventory required for future expansion needs.
The TimeProvider shelf requires only three plug-in cards to operate with full
redundancy: dual Input/Output/Clock cards (IOCs) and a single Information
Management Card (IMC), which serves as a communications/alarm interface.
When dual IOCs are installed, you can mix any combination of Rubidium and quartz
oscillators (for example, Rb/Rb, Rb/Qz, or Qz/Qz) to the needs of the network. The
main shelf provides up to 32 redundant universal timing outputs; an optional
Expansion Panel provides an additional 32 redundant outputs.
The TimeProvider also uses Symmetricom’s BesTime® algorithm when the GPS
input is activated. By using other inputs as references, Bestime calculates and
determines a weighting factor for each of the inputs and ensembles them in the
overall timing scheme to provide very accurate timing outputs. In the event of GPS
signal loss, BesTime continues to predict GPS timing information to provide reliable
system timing outputs and holdover performance, ensuring that system reliability is
maintained. See BesTime, on page 43 for more information.
Shelves
The TimeProvider is available in two shelf models. Each shelf supports up to 32
redundant output channels.
The TimeProvider 1000 is a 175 mm tall ETSI shelf that meets the requirements
of ETSI 300 119-4 January 1994. Figure 1-1 shows the TimeProvider 1000 shelf.
The TimeProvider 1100 is a 130 mm tall rear-access shelf; indicators are on the
front panel and connections are available on the rear panel. Figure 1-2 shows the
front panel of the TimeProvider 1100.
Expansion Panel
The TimeProvider has an optional Expansion Panel that doubles (to 64) the number
of output channels available. Figure 1-3 shows the rear-access version of the
Expansion Panel. The Expansion Panel receives timing signals from the
TimeProvider main shelf through an expansion cable. The Expansion Panel
provides four groups (A through D) of eight signals; each group is automatically
provisioned to the same output signal type as the corresponding group on the main
shelf.
Inputs
The TimeProvider accepts the following types of input signals:
Primary Reference Signals (PRS): 1.544 MHz, 2.048 MHz, 5 MHz, 6.312 MHz, or
10 MHz
Span input signals:
– E1 or 2.048 MHz analog; user-selectable CAS or CCS framing
– T1 D4, Extended Superframe (ESF)
– 1.544 and 6.312 MHz
– Composite Clock, including Japan Composite Clock (JCC) and Japan
Composite Clock with 400 Hz (JCC4) signals
GPS input:
– GPS signal from the stand-alone TimeProvider Interface Unit (TPIU)
– GPS signal into the TPIU integrated with the IMC (IMC/TPIU card)
The TimeProvider qualifies the input reference signals and detects the following
errors: Loss of Signal (LOS), Alarm Indication Signal (AIS), Loss of Framing, and
Synchronization Status Messages (SSM) where applicable. Reference Input
Signals, on page 34, describes the inputs in more detail.
Outputs
The TimeProvider produces a variety of outputs to meet different signal standards.
Output signal types include 8 kHz, 1.544 MHz, 2.048 MHz, 6.312 MHz, E1, T1, CC,
JCC, JCC4, and TIA/EIA-B-422 (1.544 and 2.048 MHz). The E1 and T1 signals can
be provisioned with standard framing that meets G.703 formats. The SSM bit
location is user-selectable on E1 outputs; CRC4 must be enabled in order to provide
output SSMs. These outputs are available through one of several different
connector panels. See Output Signals, on page 39, for more information on output
signals.
The TimeProvider outputs are arranged into four groups of eight outputs per group
in the Main shelf and four groups of eight outputs per group in the optional
Expansion panel. Each group is labeled A, B, C, and D, and can be configured
independently.
Communication
Three communications ports provide access to the TimeProvider: Ethernet, local
Craft serial port, and a Remote serial port. These ports are described in detail in
Communication Ports, on page 34.
Clocks
The TimeProvider’s clock design includes a highly stable ovenized Quartz crystal or
Rubidium oscillator with Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) to produce accurate
synchronization outputs. In a dual-IOC configuration, the clock function is redundant
to provide protection, and you can mix and choose any combination of Quartz and
Rubidium oscillator to meet the needs of the network. Each IOC qualifies the input
signal and filters jitter and wander noise elements that may exist. In the event that
all input references are lost or disqualified, the TimeProvider’s clock design,
together with the SmartClock technology, goes into holdover mode with the
oscillator providing the system reference.
The Rubidium IOC meets Stratum 2/Type II performance; the Quartz IOC meets
Stratum 3E/Type I performance.
Operating Modes
SSU Mode
This is the TimeProvider’s default operating mode. You can select the system
reference from any valid input on the PRS, INP1, INP2, or GPS connectors.
The GPS input operates as another input reference to the TimeProvider and is
treated in the same manner as all other input references (PRS, INP1, or INP2). If
the GPS input is active but later becomes disqualified, then the TimeProvider
switches to the next available input reference according to the switching rules
(Priority, SSM, etc.). If there are no other qualified inputs, then the TimeProvider
enters the holdover state until an input is requalified.
In the SSU mode, the INP1 and INP2 inputs cannot be provisioned to receive
Composite Clock (CC) signals, including JCC or JCC4. The method of selecting the
system reference is described in Selecting the Input, on page 35.
SUB Mode
This mode allows the TimeProvider to operate as a Remote shelf where phase is
critical. When you select the SUB mode, INP1 and INP2 are automatically set for
CC inputs (including JCC and JCC4). Outputs provisioned for CC are phase-aligned
with the selected CC input reference. Other output types comply with G.703 and
GR-1244.
To configure the TimeProvider for Subtending mode, see Setting the System Mode,
on page 105.
PRR Mode
In PRR mode, the GPS is automatically selected as the system reference input.
This requires that you connect a GPS signal to the TimeProvider through either:
This mode complies with ITU-T G.811 and Telcordia GR-2830 requirements for
Primary Reference Receivers/Clocks. Valid signals on the PRS, INP1, or INP2
connectors are used in conjunction with BesTime to extend compliance with
GR-2830/G.811 standards.
The PRR mode uses Symmetricom’s BesTime servo control that allows the
TimeProvider to continue providing outputs in case GPS tracking is lost, the GPS
data loses integrity, or if the IMC is removed from the shelf. BesTime, on page 43
provides more information on the BesTime technology.
To configure the TimeProvider for PRR mode, see Setting the System Mode, on
page 105.
Performance Monitoring
The TimeProvider can monitor and qualify all enabled input signals based on phase
measurements. It measures the phase differences between the inputs and the
output of the corrected clock. From these phase measurements, the TimeProvider
computes frequency offset and wander of the input signals. Wander is reported in
terms of Maximum Time Interval Error (MTIE) and Time Deviation (TDEV) and
creates phase, MTIE, TDEV, and Fractional Frequency Offset (FFOFF) reports.
Performance data is automatically gathered on all enabled or monitored inputs.
Using MTIE and FFOFF data, the TimeProvider qualifies inputs based on these
metrics. You can specify thresholds to disqualify inputs and generate corresponding
alarms, causing the TimeProvider to switch references or enter the Holdover mode.
Phase Measurements
The IOC measures and transfers 1-second phase data with 100 ns resolution from
each enabled input to the IMC or IMC/TPIU every 10 seconds. This phase data is
averaged to a 1 ns resolution, which is used to produce a 1-minute phase data
sample. The 1 ns data sample is the basis for MTIE, TDEV, and FFOFF
calculations. The phase data is not used to qualify an input reference source.
TL1 commands are available to display the 60 most recent phase data (at 100 pS
resolution) measurements, the previous 86400 1 ns data averages, and the
previous 10080 samples of 1-minute 1 ns-resolution data.
MTIE Calculations
MTIE is a measure of the relative noisiness of an input signal that relates to
frequency offsets and phase transients. The TimeProvider automatically calculates
MTIE for each enabled input from the 600 most recent 1-second phase updates.
From this calculation, you can retrieve MTIE values for 1, 5, 10, 50, 100, and
500-second windows. You can set an alarm threshold for each of these windows; if
the MTIE value exceeds this threshold and the alarm level is set to Minor or higher,
the TimeProvider generates an alarm.
You can use the automatic MTIE calculations to qualify each input with user-defined
qualification thresholds. If an input exceeds the threshold, then the input reference
automatically switches to the next-best input.
You can also set thresholds using pre-defined masks according to ANSI T1.101 (for
PRS inputs), ITU-T G.811 (for PRC inputs), or ITU-T G.812 (for Type I and Type II/III
inputs). The TimeProvider performs a second MTIE calculation using the previous
24-hour period; this calculation is not used to qualify inputs.
TDEV Calculations
TDEV is a measure of the relative noisiness of an input signal that relates to its
spectral content. The TDEV for each enabled input is automatically calculated from
the previous 24-hour period. The TDEV value is used for monitoring only and is not
used for qualifying an input signal.
You can retrieve the TDEV values for the following integration times: 1, 5, 10, 100,
500, 1000, 5000, and 7200 (84000/12) seconds.
FFOFF Calculations
FFOFF is a measure of the frequency deviation of the input signal against the
system reference, expressed as a ratio. The TimeProvider automatically calculates
FFOFF for each enabled input from the 600 most recent 1-second phase updates.
You can use the automatic FFOFF calculations to qualify each input with
user-defined qualification thresholds. If an input exceeds the threshold and the
alarm level is set to Minor or higher, then the input reference automatically switches
to the next-best input.
The TimeProvider stores historical FFOFF measurements for each enabled input
every 60 seconds. You can retrieve FFOFF data for the prior 24 hours, depending
on the number of faults that have occurred.
NTP Operation
The Network Timing Protocol (NTP) function is implemented in the IMC card or
IMC/TPIU card. You can activate the NTP feature by issuing a unique key
generated by Symmetricom, based on the serial number of the IMC card or the
IMC/TPIU card, or you can order the TimeProvider with the NTP option factory-
installed and activated. Once activated, the NTP function cannot be deactivated.
NTP operates in all three operating modes of the TimeProvider. In the Subtending
mode, the NTP server is supported when the system reference is a signal other
than GPS. The NTP data is transmitted by the Ethernet port on the shelf, and meets
the following standards and specifications:
NTP V3
MD5 Authentication (RFC 1321)
NTP Leap Second correction based on GPS
NTP supports a 10baseT connection under a 40% loading condition, and can
handle up to 100 requests per second (RPS) on average
Typical unencrypted response time from the TimeProvider on an unloaded
network is < 10 ms
Typical encrypted (MD5) response time from the TimeProvider on an unloaded
network is < 50 ms
The client time accuracy is typically 2 ms between the internal NTP clocks of two
machines on the same 10 Mb/s Ethernet LAN with a 40% loading condition
The NTP implementation in the TimeProvider supports full NTP server and client
mode operations, and works with or without GPS reference signals. The
TimeProvider supports the following NTP modes:
Mode 1: GPS available, Server mode – The NTP application defaults to GPS as
the master time reference; only NTP Server mode is supported.
Mode 2: GPS available, No Client mode – NTP Client mode is not supported
when GPS is available; only NTP Server mode is supported.
Mode 3: GPS not available, Client mode – When GPS is not available, the
TimeProvider will go into client mode to search for time references from
user-programmed timeservers with valid IP addresses.
The user can input up to eight IP addresses of other timeservers. If there are
multiple timeservers, the TimeProvider performs an ensembling of all the
timeservers to determine the system time based on the averaging of all the
valid timeservers. The user can also manually select which of the timeservers
available to be the prime. The user can set how often to request an update
from each individual timeserver from the eight IP addresses, ranging from 16
seconds to 1024 seconds, incrementing in powers of 2.
At any instance in client mode, the time reference within the TimeProvider is
totally derived from the ensembling of the timeservers, and is not reliant on
the IOC for time ticks.
Mode 4: GPS not available, Server mode – The TimeProvider can be enabled or
disabled for server mode operation. This mode is supported only when the Client
mode has found and validated the time stamp from the ensembling of the
timeservers.
MD5 authentication is included in the NTP implementation. The user can enable or
disable the MD5 feature, and is available in server and client modes. Client
configuration for MD5 operation requires Server IP, MD5 Authentication Key, and
Key ID.
The user can enter an MD5 Authentication Key of up to 32 ASCII characters that is
not case-sensitive. In addition, there is also a key ID ranging from 0 to 65534 in the
MD5 authentication process. When MD5 is enabled and a client requests NTP
information but the MD5 key cannot be authenticated or is missing the MD5 key
altogether in the request, then the TimeProvider does not process the client’s
request. The TimeProvider does not provide any response or events in these two
scenarios.
If MD5 is disabled, a client request is returned with the proper NTP time stamp
regardless of whether the client has an MD5 key attached in the request.
The TimeProvider offers two versions of SNMP: v2 and v3. SNMP v3 software
offers additional security with authentication and privacy parameters. The security
feature allows secure transactions to provide protection against modification of
information, masquerade, and message stream modification.
Physical Description
The TimeProvider consists of a shelf, plug-in cards, connector adapter panels for
the cards, cables, hardware, and software. The TimeProvider is available in two
configurations: front access (Model 1000) and rear access (Model 1100), as shown
in Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-2.
Figure 1-4 illustrates the location of the connectors, cards, and modules in the
TimeProvider 1000.
Figure 1-5 illustrates the location of the connectors, cards, and modules on the rear
panel of the TimeProvider 1100. The chassis in Figure 1-5 is the older version that
uses a 3-pin power connector.
Input
Output Modules Module
Figure 1-6 illustrates the location of the connectors, cards, frame ground lugs, and
modules on the rear panel of the TimeProvider 1100. The chassis in Figure 1-6 is
the newer version that uses a terminal block for power connections.
Frame Input
Ground Lugs Output Modules Module
Functional Description
The TimeProvider consists of a main shelf and slots for two IOCs and one IMC. One
plug-in Input module and up to four plug-in Output modules complete the main
shelf, which provides up to 32 outputs. The optional Expansion Panel can provide
up to 32 additional outputs, to provide a total of 64 outputs.
This section describes the components and block diagram of the TimeProvider. The
block diagram, shown in Figure 1-7, contains the following major blocks:
Shelf
Input module
IMC or integrated IMC/TPIU
IOC
Output module
Expansion Panel required for ports 33 through 64
TimeProvider Interface Unit (TPIU)
Shelf
Both the front-access and rear-access shelf provides a chassis for mounting the
Input module, one IMC or one IMC/TPIU, two IOCs, and up to four Output modules.
A backplane provides connections between the modules.
Input Module
The Input module receives the incoming reference signals and contains the alarm
input/output connector. A variety of connector modules allows you to select the
connector style and input impedance to match the wiring system at the installation
site.
With the system properly provisioned and a reference signal selected, the local
oscillator in the IOC operates in one of the following states:
Warm-up – For up to 20 minutes after applying power to the shelf, the IOC
operates in warm-up mode.
Fast-lock – After warm-up is complete, the IOC enters the fast-lock state, where it
quickly frequency-locks the local oscillator to the reference input.
Normal lock – After the IOC has completed the fast-lock cycle, it enters the
normal lock mode, in which the TimeProvider uses the proper amount of filtering
for the selected mode. When set to the SSU mode and locked to an active input
traceable to a Primary Reference Source (PRS), the TimeProvider complies with
the G.811 and GR-2830-CORE standards.
Holdover – If the reference signal is lost, then the clock enters the holdover
mode. The accuracy of the TimeProvider output is then dependent on the quality
level of the oscillator in the IOC.
Free-run – If the IOC starts without a system reference, the TimeProvider enters
the free-run state after warm-up. If a reference is applied, then the TimeProvider
enters the fast-lock and then the normal-lock states.
Bridging – In the event that all input references are lost, the TimeProvider goes
into the bridging mode where the outputs continue to provide accurate timing
outputs for a user-defined amount of time. If the inputs have not been requalified
before the bridging time has elapsed, then the TimeProvider enters the holdover
mode.
After the IOC has been in the Normal lock mode for at least three days, SmartClock
holdover mode becomes available. Compared to the normal holdover mode, this
mode provides a superior output quality.
Output Module
The Output module provides the output connectors for the TimeProvider. Like the
Input module, each Output module uses one of a variety of connectors that match
the wiring system at the installation site. Making Output Connections, on page 66,
describes the Output Modules available for the TimeProvider and the Expansion
Panel.
Expansion Panel
The Expansion Panel provides up to 32 additional outputs that the TimeProvider
can generate. See Expansion Panel, on page 21 and Rack Mounting, on page 56
for more information.
System Power
The TimeProvider main shelf has redundant –48v DC inputs. The inputs are diode
or’d; in the event that one supply fails, the other takes over. The –48v returns are
isolated from the chassis and circuit grounds. A 5 A fuse on the IOC protects the
TimeProvider; the shelf is protected from damage in case the connections are
reversed.
The power supply range is from –36 to –72 V DC. The power requirements vary
according to the type of IOC installed; Table 1-1 lists the power requirements.
Crystal 40 30
Rubidium 60 40
(70 with two Rb IOCs)
Communication Ports
The TimeProvider contains three communications ports that allow you to provision,
monitor, and troubleshoot the shelf. The Ethernet and Remote serial ports are
located on the shelf, and the local Craft serial port is located on the IMC. You
communicate with the TimeProvider using the TL1 protocol.
You can select one of four security levels for each user; each level has varying
levels of access to provisioning parameters. See Defining the Security Parameters,
on page 94.
Ethernet
An Ethernet connector provides connectivity to an Ethernet local area network.
Each main shelf has a unique internet protocol (IP) address. Once the IP address is
set and a connection is made to a LAN, you can access the TimeProvider on an
intranet.
The Input module accepts one or two E1, 2.048 MHz analog, T1, and Composite
Clock (including JCC and JCC4) inputs on ports INP1 and INP2. The CC inputs are
used solely for Subtending mode; if you provision INP1 or INP2 to a CC type, then
Subtending mode is automatically enabled. You can also connect a 2.048, 5, or 10
MHz or Japan-specific 1.544 MHz or 6.312 MHz input reference signal on the PRS
port. The TimeProvider accepts full-level signals or bridged signals (–20 dB); the
inputs are terminated per G.703. You can also connect a GPS antenna via the
TimeProvider Interface Unit (TPIU) to the GPS Input port on the shelf, or via the
integrated IMC/TPIU card.
Make the input connections using the procedures described in Making Input
Connections, on page 63, then provision the inputs using the software commands
described in Provisioning the Input Reference, on page 108.
Input State
You can provision each input to one of three states:
You can provision the TimeProvider to automatically select the highest-quality input
based on priority and performance qualification, or you can manually select the
input signal you want to use. If that signal becomes disqualified for any reason, the
local oscillator goes into the Holdover mode.
Revertive Switching
Telcordia GR-378 and GR-1244 define two reference selection modes: Revertive
and Non-revertive. In the revertive mode, when an input used as the system
reference is disqualified (for any reason), if that input returns, it reverts to the
system reference when the disqualifying reason is removed. The system reference
switches two times: once when the disqualifying event occurs, and again when the
input is no longer disqualified. In the non-revertive mode, the system reference does
not revert to the initial input when the reason for disqualification is removed. The
system reference switches only once when the disqualifying event occurs.
The QLEVEL (Setting the Input Quality Level, on page 112) and the PRIORITY
(Setting the Input Priority Level, on page 113) parameters work together with SSMs
to determine the switching strategy for the inputs when the unit is in the SSU mode.
If the active/primary input becomes unavailable, the switching strategy determines
which input to use: the TimeProvider uses the input with the next highest QLEVEL.
If all inputs have the same QLEVEL, then the TimeProvider uses the input with the
highest PRIORITY.
If the original primary input becomes available again, the REFMODE, QLEVEL and
PRIORITY parameters determine whether the TimeProvider switches back to that
input. If REFMODE is set to AUTO, then the reference switches according to the
QLEVEL and PRIORITY settings. If the QLEVEL and/or PRIORITY parameter of
the original input is higher than the current input, the TimeProvider reverts back to
the original input. If the QLEVEL parameter is the same for all inputs, then the
TimeProvider does not revert back to the original input.
If the incoming signal does not include SSMs, or if you disable them, then you can
provision the Quality Level to an appropriate value. The QLEVEL value is used in
the same manner as the incoming SSM to determine which input is used when the
active input is disqualified. SSMs are described in more detail in Synchronization
Status Messages (SSMs), on page 41.
SSU Mode
Table 1-2 illustrates which input is the active system reference under several
different input conditions when the TimeProvider is in the SSU mode.
Active Reference
QLevel on QLevel on QLevel on
Sequence
PRS INP1 INP2
Non-Revertive1 Revertive2
1 2 2 2 PRS INP1
2 4 2 2 INP1 INP1
3 4 4 2 INP2 INP2
4 4 4 4 INP2 INP1
5 4 4 2 INP2 INP2
6 4 2 2 INP2 INP1
7 2 2 2 INP2 INP1
8 2 2 LOS PRS INP1
9 2 LOS 2 PRS PRS
10 LOS LOS 2 INP2 INP2
11 LOS LOS LOS Holdover Holdover
12 LOS LOS 2 INP2 INP2
13 2 LOS 2 INP2 PRS
14 2 2 2 INP2 INP1
Note:
1
Non-revertive example. Priority Levels set to: PRS = 3, INP1 = 3, and INP2 = 3
2
Revertive example. Priority Levels set to: PRS = 2, INP1 = 1, and INP2 = 2
Subtending Mode
Table 1-3 illustrates which input is the active system reference under several
different input conditions when the TimeProvider is in the Subtending mode.
Active Reference
QLevel on QLevel on
Sequence
INP1 INP2
Non-Revertive1 Revertive2
1 1 1 INP1 INP1
2 2 1 INP2 INP2
3 2 2 INP2 INP1
4 2 1 INP2 INP2
5 1 1 INP2 INP1
Active Reference
QLevel on QLevel on
Sequence
INP1 INP2
Non-Revertive1 Revertive2
9 1 1 INP2 INP1
Note:
1
Non-revertive example. Priority Levels set to: INP1 = 3, and INP2 = 3
2
Revertive example. Priority Levels set to: INP1 = 1, and INP2 = 2
GPS Inputs
Symmetricom provides a complete GPS antenna system for the TimeProvider. This
includes the Symmetricom GPS Antenna, the TimeProvider Interface Unit (TPIU),
and associated cables. An integrated IMC/TPIU is available for installations where
rack space is at a premium. Figure 1-8 illustrates the TPIU, and Figure 1-9
illustrates the integrated IMC/TPIU. See Making GPS Connections, on page 71 for
more information on installing the GPS Antenna and the TPIU or IMC/TPIU.
Clock Performance
Output Signals
The main shelf has 32 output connections arranged in four groups of eight outputs;
each group is labeled A through D. The optional Expansion Panel also has four
groups of eight outputs that correspond to each group in the main shelf; using the
Expansion Panel, the TimeProvider supports up to 64 outputs. The outputs are
“universal:” you can select from E1, 2.048 MHz, T1, 8 kHz, CC, JCC, JCC4, 1.544
MHz, and 6.312 MHz. You can provision E1 and T1 signals with standard framing
and G.703 formats. Additionally, TIA/EIA B-422 (1.544 and 2.048 MHz) output
signals are available using the TIA/EIA B-422 Output module; this module can be
installed only in the main shelf and cannot be installed in the Expansion panel.
The output types provisioned in each group of the Master shelf are automatically
provisioned in the corresponding group of the Expansion panel and cannot be
configured differently.
When you install a Retimer module or a TIA/EIA B-422 Output module in a main
shelf output group, then you can provision the corresponding group in the
Expansion panel to any desired output type.
The TimeProvider uses interchangeable Output modules, allowing you to select the
connector and termination impedance. Output modules are available with the
following connectors and output impedance:
BNC – 75 Ω
DB9 (4 connectors, 2 outputs per connector) – 120 Ω
DB9 (8 connectors, 1 output per connector) – 120 Ω
Metric (Siemens) 1.6/5.6 – 75 Ω
Metric (Siemens) 1.0/2.3 – 75 Ω
Wirewrap – 100 Ω/133Ω
BT43 – 75 Ω
TIA/EIA B-422 Wirewrap – 100 Ω (installed in main shelf only)
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Each Output module plugs into a slot labeled A through D on the main shelf and on
the Expansion Panel and provides connectors and terminations for eight outputs.
Make the output connections using the procedures described in Making Output
Connections, on page 66. You can install the TIA/EIA B-422 Output module in any
of the four groups on the Main shelf only. You provision the output signal type for
each Output module using the software commands described in Provisioning the
Outputs, on page 118.
Retimer Modules
The E1 Retimer module is only available with BNC connectors. The T1 Retimer
module is available only with wire-wrap connections.
Each Retimer module consists of two bi-directional circuits. Side 1 of the circuit
provides Reamplifying, Reshaping, and Retiming, or 3R. Side 2 of the circuit
provides Reamplifying and Reshaping only. Both Side 1 and Side 2 line interfaces
accept signals that are up to 16 dB down from DSX levels.
Should the TimeProvider or the Retimer module ever fail, a “cut-thru” capability
provides a relay bypass of the retiming circuit. The cut-thru feature automatically
engages under any of the following conditions:
Alarms
The TimeProvider uses alarms to notify you when certain conditions are deteriorating
below user-specified levels. These alarms are indicated by shelf and card status
lamps (LEDs) and by TL1 messages reported over the serial/EIA-232 or LAN
communication ports. In addition, the input panel has a connector that provides
contact closures to activate external alarms.
You can provision the alarm level for most alarms to one of the following levels:
non-reportable (NR), non-alarm event (NA), minor (MN), major (MJ), or critical (CR).
Alarms related to the inputs are special cases; you can only provision input alarms
for minor, major, or critical. To help prevent spurious or transient input alarms, a
delay timer (FLTDELAY) allows you to provision a waiting period that starts after the
alarm condition occurs; the alarm is set at the end of the period. A similar timer
(CLRDELAY) clears the alarm after the alarm condition is no longer present.
The TimeProvider supports input and output SSMs. SSMs provide a method for
providing clock quality information to any equipment that uses synchronization
inputs. Table 1-4 describes the ANSI SSM values and the traceability associated
with each value. Table 1-5 describes the ITU SSM values and the traceability
associated with each value.
Input SSMs
The TimeProvider extracts and decodes the SSM (if present) on the available
inputs. Using this information, the TimeProvider can automatically select the input
with the higher quality level.
You can manually provision the input quality level for those signals that do not have
SSM information or you can provision INP1 and INP2 to read the SSM on the input;
in either case the quality level of the reference input becomes the system’s quality
level, which is passed through to the outputs in the output SSM. If the IOC enters
the Free-run or Holdover mode, the system’s quality level is determined by the
CLKTYPE parameter for the local oscillator on the selected IOC module. You can
provision the CLKTYPE parameter to Type I, Type II, ST2, or ST3E.
Output SSMs
You must provision the TimeProvider’s outputs according to the type of SSM
operation you are using:
For ANSI SSM operation, set the output type to Extended SuperFrame (ESF) for
ANSI SSM operation.
For ITU SSM operation, set the output type to Channel Associated Signaling
(CAS) or Common Channel Signaling (CCS) with CRC4 framing. The SSM bit
location can be set by the user.
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These output formats automatically generate SSMs. The quality level of the
TimeProvider’s output depends on the quality level of the input signal or the quality
level of the local oscillator. During normal operation, when a qualified input is used
as the active timing reference, the TimeProvider copies the input’s quality level to all
DS1 ESF outputs and E1 CAS4 or CCS4 outputs. T1 SSM messages are mapped
to the corresponding equivalent E1 SSM message and vice versa.
If the IOC is operating in Holdover mode for any reason, the SSM quality is the
internal level of the oscillator installed in the IOC.
SmartClock
The TimeProvider begins the learning process as soon as you apply a valid external
reference source. The SmartClock technology is enabled after 24 hours of
continuous lock; the TimeProvider then issues an event message similar to this:
If you reset the IOC or if the oscillator becomes less stable (for example, due to
extreme temperature swings), the TimeProvider disables SmartClock and issues an
event message similar to this:
BesTime
Two weighting algorithms - tracking and holdover - determine which of the inputs are
used as the ensembled reference. The tracking algorithm is used during normal
operation. If the GPS becomes disqualified, BesTime uses the holdover weighting
algorithm to determine what the GPS input would have been had it not been lost.
You can use the RTRV-BESTIME-STATS command to view the current weighting for
each input.
The BesTime control loops are designed so that the short-term (under 10 minutes)
stability is controlled by the LO, medium-term (10 minutes to several hours) stability
is controlled by the ensembled reference, and long-term stability and accuracy is
determined by the GPS control input.
The control loops can use either measurement data or prediction data. The inputs
are measured for phase, frequency, and drift transients. When the input to either loop
is determined to be valid, then the measured data is used to generate the correction
signal to the local oscillator. If BesTime detects a transient on the input, it switches to
the prediction data before the transient can start to affect the correction signal.
Normal Tracking
During normal GPS tracking, the GPS input provides the source of long-term
stability for all inputs to the ensembling algorithm. The ensembling improves the
medium-term stability of the output signals.
GPS Holdover
If GPS signals are lost, then all inputs to the ensembling algorithm have lost their
source of long-term traceability. BesTime substitutes the inputs with calibration
predictions with respect to GPS. Each input is weighted according to the estimated
prediction error over 24 hours.
This chapter describes the items available with the TimeProvider, and lists the part
number for each item.
In This Chapter
Shelf
Expansion Panel
Input Modules
Output Modules
IMC and IOC Modules
GPS Antenna
Ordering and Parts List
Ordering the Cable Management Option
Ordering an NTP or SNMP License
Shelf
The TimeProvider is available in two configurations: Model 1000 Front Access and
Model 1100 Rear Access.
Expansion Panel
The available Expansion Panel provides additional outputs from the main shelf. Like
the main shelf, it comes in two configurations: Model 1000 Front Access and Model
1100 Rear Access. The Expansion Panel supports up to 32 additional output
channels. Both panel kits contain rack mounting ears and extenders for 19-inch and
23-inch racks.
Front Access
The front-access Expansion Panel (part number 990-58002-01) provides an
additional 32 outputs, for a system total of 64 outputs. The ETSI-style Expansion
Panel supports up to four additional Output Modules with various connector types;
each Output Module provides up to eight output signals. See Table 2-2 for part
numbers for Output modules.
Rear Access
The rear-access Expansion Panel (part number 990-58102-01) provides an
additional 32 outputs, for a system total of 64 outputs. The NEBS-style Expansion
Panel supports up to four additional Output Modules with various connector types;
each Output Module provides up to eight output signals. See Table 2-2 for part
numbers for Output modules.
Input Modules
Six Input modules are available to match the wiring scheme and termination
impedance requirements at the installation site. Select one of these Input modules
for use with your TimeProvider system. Table 2-1 lists the Input modules available
for the TimeProvider.
Output Modules
Symmetricom has eight Output modules available for the TimeProvider that allow
you to select the proper termination for your application. You can install any
combination of up to four Output modules in the main shelf or in the available
Expansion Panel. Table 2-2 lists the Output modules available for the TimeProvider.
Table 2-2. Output Modules and Accessories Available for the TimeProvider
Table 2-2. Output Modules and Accessories Available for the TimeProvider (Continued)
090-58082-01 E1 Retimer module spare, BNC (installed in the main shelf only
090-58091-99 Blank module (cover for any unused Output module locations)
093-58091-07 Backshell and pin kit for the DB9 Output module (8 sets)
Symmetricom has several modules available for the TimeProvider that provide
varying levels of clock stability. You can install any combination of IOC modules in
the main shelf (Rb-Rb, Rb-Qtz, Qtz-Qtz, Qtz-Rb). Table 2-3 lists the IOC and IMC
modules available for the TimeProvider.
Table 2-3. IOC and IMC Modules Available for the TimeProvider
090-58031-01 IMC
GPS Antenna
The following table identifies the parts available for the GPS antenna.
990-58545-01 TimeProvider Integrated GPS Antenna Kit, Rear Access, for use with
IMC card (090-58031-01, sold separately)
Kit includes the following items:
090-58545-01 – TimeProvider GPS Antenna
090-58545-21 – TPIU Assembly
090-58544-03 – Rear access TPIU interconnect cable, 1 m (3 ft)
with right-angle connectors
093-72010-71 – Antenna mounting hardware
043-00018-01 Lightning suppressor
990-58545-02 TimeProvider Integrated GPS Antenna Kit, Front Access, for use
with IMC card (090-58031-01, sold separately)
Kit includes the following items:
090-58545-01 – TimeProvider GPS Antenna
090-58545-21 – TPIU Assembly
090-58543-03 – Front access TPIU interconnect cable, 1 m (3 ft)
with straight connectors
093-72010-71 – Antenna mounting hardware
043-00018-01 Lightning suppressor
990-58545-03 TimeProvider GPS Antenna Kit, Rear Access, for use with the
integrated IMC/TPIU (090-58041-01, sold separately)
Kit includes the following items:
090-58545-01 – TimeProvider GPS Antenna
060-58041-03 – Rear access converter cable, 1 m (3 ft) with
right-angle connectors
093-72010-71 – Antenna mounting hardware
043-00018-01 Lightning suppressor
990-58545-04 TimeProvider GPS Antenna Kit, Front Access, for use with the
integrated IMC/TPIU (090-58041-01, sold separately)
Kit includes the following items:
090-58545-01 – TimeProvider GPS Antenna
060-58042-03 – Front access converter cable, 1 m (3 ft) with
straight connectors
093-72010-71 – Antenna mounting hardware
043-00018-01 Lightning suppressor
060-58041-03 Right angle converter cable, 1 m (3 ft). For use with IMC/TPIU card.
060-58042-03 Straight converter cable, 1 m (3 ft). For use with IMC/TPIU card.
Use Table 2-5 to identify the available TimeProvider shelf types. The front and rear
access main shelf includes a free copy of the TimeCraft craft GUI (990-46770-99)
with each system. All IOCs, IMCs, and Input and Output Connector modules are
sold separately.
1000 8 to 32 990-58001-01
Front Access Main Shelf (1 to 4 Output Connector modules)
1000 33 to 64 990-58002-01
Front Access Expansion Panel (1 to 4 Output Connector modules)
1100 8 to 32 990-58101-01
Rear Access Main Shelf (1 to 4 Output Connector modules)
1100 33 to 64 990-58102-01
Rear Access Expansion Panel (1 to 4 Output Connector modules)
Symmetricom offers a cable management kit made of ABS plastic to ensure a neat
installation. This kit is 1 RU (Rack Unit) high, and includes two cable trays per kit.
The part number is 093-55595-11.
To enable the NTP or SNMP option within the TimeProvider system, you must enter
a key into the IMC or IMC/TPIU card. This key is unique to each system and is
based on the serial number of the IMC or IMC/TPIU card.
For an already-installed system, you must also provide the serial number of the IMC
or IMC/TPIU card with the order to generate the required password.
Once the order is received, a certificate will be issued to the user to indicate the
password with the associated TL1 command to activate the NTP option.
This chapter describes the procedures for installing the TimeProvider shelf and the
available Expansion Panel.
In This Chapter
Getting Started
Unpacking the Unit
Rack Mounting
Making Connections
Installing Connections to the Ethernet Port
Installation Check List
Powering Up the Shelf
Working With Cards
Firmware Features
Getting Started
This section describes the preliminary activities you need to perform before you
install the TimeProvider.
Pre-Installation Check
Before installing the TimeProvider, ensure that the following preparations are in
place:
The Expansion Panel also mounts in a 19-inch (48 cm) rack, and it is 3.5 inches
(89 mm, or 2 RU) tall. The Expansion Panel does not require ventilation spaces
above or below it.
You can mount the shelf so that it protrudes 2 inches (5 cm) or 5 inches (12.7 cm)
from the front of the rack, or you can mount it flush with the front of the rack.
Be sure that the installation site is secured. Access to the location can only be
gained by service personnel or users who have been instructed about the reasons
for the restrictions applied to the location and about any precautions that shall be
taken. Access is through use of a tool or lock and key, or other means of security,
and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
Environmental Requirements
To prevent the unit from interfering with other equipment, install and operate the unit
according to the following guidelines:
Use only shielded cable for all signal wiring, including I/O, clocks and Ethernet,
and ground appropriately at both ends, or as required by local standards.
Secure all cable screws to their corresponding connectors.
No. 16 AWG (minimum) wire (1.31 mm2) for –48 V DC, return, and Frame
Ground
Telecom signal wiring (including I/O, clock, and Ethernet) uses shielded cabling
of the appropriate impedance required by the specific signal type
Mating connectors for terminating signal wiring
For wire-wrap connections only: No. 22 AWG (0.326 mm2) shielded twisted pair
wire-wrap cable of the appropriate impedance for the specific signal
requirements
Wire-wrap tool (wire-wrap modules only)
Fasteners for mounting the equipment in rack
Digital Voltmeter (DVM) for verifying power connections
Soldering iron and solder for alarm connectors and the ETSI-version power
connectors
DB-9 M to DB-9 F cable for connecting to the local Craft port
Laptop computer with communications software such as HyperTerminal,
ProComm Plus, etc. for provisioning the TimeProvider
Optional dual-channel oscilloscope with 100 MHz minimum bandwidth for
verifying input and output signals and waveforms
The TimeProvider and accessories are packaged to protect from normal shock,
vibration, and handling damage.
3. Open the container, being careful to cut only the packaging tape.
4. Locate and set aside the printed information and paperwork that is included in
the container.
5. Remove the unit from the container and place it on an anti-static surface.
6. Locate and set aside small parts which may be packed in the container.
9. Verify that the model and item number shown on the shipping list agrees with the
model and item number on the equipment. The item number can be found on a
label affixed to the TimeProvider. Contact your Symmetricom distributor if the
model or item number do not match.
Rack Mounting
The installation procedure described in this section provides general guidelines for
installing the shelf and the optional Expansion panel and Cable Management tray.
Always follow applicable local electrical codes.
Main Shelf
The main shelf (Model 1000 and 1100) mounts to either a 19-inch or 23-inch rack
using reversible mounting ears.
Expansion Panel
The optional Expansion panel uses a bracket to position the panel at the same
depth as the shelf; expansion brackets are used for 23-inch racks.
1. Attach the rack mounting ears to the shelf using 8-32 x 3/8-inch screws. Ensure
that the ears are attached at equal distances from the front of the unit, as shown
in Figure 3-1 or Figure 3-2.
2. Mount the shelf to the front of the equipment rack rails with four screws and
associated hardware. Use the proper screws for the equipment rack.
3. Mount the optional Expansion panel and/or Cable Management tray as shown in
the following figures.
Figure 3-1. Installing the Model 1000 Shelf, Expansion Panel, and Cable Management tray –
19-inch Rack
Figure 3-2. Installing the Model 1100 Shelf, Cable Management tray, and Expansion Panel – 19-inch
Rack
Figure 3-3. Installing the Model 1000 Shelf and Expansion Panel – 23-inch Rack
Figure 3-4. Installing the Model 1100 Shelf and Expansion Panel – 23-inch Rack
Making Connections
Expansion Panel
All connections to the Expansion Panel, including chassis ground, are made using
the interconnection cable.
1. Assemble a power connector appropriate for the type of shelf. Table 3-1 lists the
pin-out for each type of connector.
Rear-access shelf: Crimp a No. 16 AWG (minimum) wire (1.31 mm2) to a spade
lug, then slide the spade lug under the terminal and tighten.
2. Attach the connector to the Power A and Power B connectors on the shelf.
Model 1100 Rear Access (NEBS) Shelf Model 1000 Front Access (ETSI) Shelf
Expansion Panel
All connections to the Expansion Panel, including power, are made using the
interconnection cable, part number 060-58002-03.
1. Using a DVM, measure the voltage between pins 1 and 2 on the rear access
(NEBS) connector or between pins 2 and 3 of the front access (ETSI) connector.
2. Verify that voltage is –36 to –72 V DC. The inputs are protected against reverse
polarity.
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090-58061-01 BNC Input module DB-25 (see Table 3-6) Figure 3-7
090-58061-03 DB9 Input module DB-25 (see Table 3-6) Figure 3-9
090-58061-04 BT43 Input module DB-25 (see Table 3-6) Figure 3-10
090-58061-05 Metric (Siemens) 1.0/2.3 DB-25 (see Table 3-6) Figure 3-11
Input module
090-58061-06 Metric (Siemens) 1.6/5.6 DB-25 (see Table 3-6) Figure 3-11
Input module
The pinout for the DB9 Input module is shown in Table 3-3.
Pin Description
3 Chassis ground
Table 3-5 lists the pinout for the DB9 four-connector Output module (090-58091-03),
and the DB9 eight-connector Output module (090-58091-07) which are shown in
Figure 3-13.
Figure 3-16. Front Panel of the T1 (wire-wrap) and E1 (BNC) Retimer Modules
Pin Description
1 No Connection
4 Minor NC Visual
6 Major NC Audible
8 Major NC Visual
10 Critical NC Audible
12 Critical NC Visual
14 Ground
17 Minor NO Visual
19 Major NO Audible
21 Major NO Visual
23 Critical NO Audible
24 No Connection
25 Critical NO Visible
Pin 1
Pin 25
Prior to installing the antenna, you should plan the site, antenna location, lightning
suppressor location, cable route, and all other details. Use Figure 3-19 as a guide to
locating the antenna.
To install the antenna, refer to Figure 3-20, and perform the procedure in this
section. Ensure all user-supplied materials are available. The maximum distance
between the antenna and the shelf is 1000 feet (304 m).
1. Attach the antenna mounting bracket to a 1-inch (2.5 cm) diameter pipe or wood
post.
3. Feed an RG58 (060-58545-xx) cable through the bottom of the mast as illustrated.
See Table 2-4 for specific cable lengths.
4. Connect the cable to the antenna “pigtail” and pull the cable back through the mast.
6. Mount the antenna and mast assembly to the “L” bracket using the supplied nuts,
bolts, and washers, as shown in Figure 3-23.
7. Using a plumb line or bubble level, ensure the antenna is within 5° of vertical
(perpendicular to the horizon), and tighten the mounting bracket bolts.
8. Bolt the lightning suppressor mounting plate to a flange that is attached to a valid
earth ground. The roof ring ground system, a Central Office grounding plate, and
building structural steel are examples of valid earth ground points. If the
mounting plate cannot be bolted to a valid earth ground, bolt the mounting plate
to a point within 15 feet (4.6 m) of the chosen valid earth ground. If the mounting
plate is to be installed in a nonmetallic junction box, perform the installation and
bolt the assembly near the chosen valid earth ground.
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10.Install 1.5 inch (3.8 cm) nonmetallic conduit from the antenna to the lightning
suppressor, and from the lightning suppressor to the cable entrance into the
building.
12.Route the antenna cable through the conduit, and connect the cable to the
lightning suppressor. See Table 2-4 for specific cable lengths.
13.If the lightning suppressor is not mounted directly to a valid earth ground, crimp a
length of 4.115 mm (6 AWG) ground cable to the two-hole terminal, slide the
terminal over any two of the three threaded posts on the lightning suppressor
mounting plate, and attach the terminal to the mounting plate with two KEPS
nuts. Use the two posts that allow the least bending of the cable.
If you are using the integrated IMC/TPIU, install the appropriate converter cable
(060-58041-03, 1 m/3 ft, right angle connector or 060-58042-03, 1 m/3 ft, straight
connector) to the DB15 GPS connector on the main shelf. Connect the other end
of the converter cable to the RG58 cable from the lightning suppressor.
15.Install fire-stopping material in all holes opened in the roof and/or walls during
this procedure.
16.Check all connections for tightness to prevent arcing and intermittent operation.
To connect the TPIU to the shelf, attach the DB15 interconnect cable (060-58543-03
or 060-58544-03) to the connector labeled “GPS” on the TimeProvider shelf. This
connector is on the front panel of the Model 1000 and on the rear panel of the Model
1100. Connect the other end of the cable to the DB15 connector on the TPIU.
To use the GPS signal, set the TimeProvider to the PRR mode, as described in
Provisioning the IOC, on page 105, or enable the GPS input when in SSU mode.
Figure 3-25. Mounting the TPIU and Expansion Panel on the Same Rack Ears
Figure 3-26. Mounting the TPIU with a Model 1000 ETSI-Style Shelf
The local Craft serial port is used for control and monitoring of the unit, and is
configured as a DCE device. The Remote port can be used for remote dial-in
connection to the unit, and is configured as a DTE device.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the serial port of the PC or terminal device.
Use the procedure described in Starting the TimeProvider for the First Time, on
page 88, to connect to the TimeProvider.
The default settings for the local Craft serial port are DCE, 9600 Baud, 8 bits, no
parity, 1 stop bit, echo on, and handshaking disabled. Table 3-7 lists the signal
connections for the serial ports.
Local CD 1 CD 1
Ground 5 GND 5
The default settings for the Remote serial port are DTE, 9600 Baud, 8 bits, 1 stop
bit, no parity (also known as 8-1-N), echo on, and handshaking disabled. The local
port settings revert to factory default values when you reset the IMC.
2. Use the ED-EQPT command to change the communications settings for the port
as required. See Setting Communications Parameters, on page 91, and also
refer to the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide for a description of TL1
commands.
You can connect a PC or terminal to the TimeProvider using the LAN connector for
local monitoring or control, or you can connect the TimeProvider to a network for
monitoring and control from a remote site.
1. Connect an RJ-45 Ethernet crossover cable to the LAN connector on the shelf.
Network Connection
You can use a network connection for routine monitoring and control of the
TimeProvider from a remote site. Perform the following steps to connect the
TimeProvider to a network.
1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN outlet. Connect the other end of
the cable to the LAN connector on the TimeProvider.
2. To connect the PC or laptop to the LAN, connect one end of the RJ-45 cable to
the Ethernet port of the PC or laptop. Connect the other end of the cable to the
LAN outlet.
Name Pin
Not Used 4
Not Used 5
Not Used 7
Not Used 8
To verify that the installation of the TimeProvider is complete, perform the following
checks and procedures in Table 3-9.
Operation/Indication Complete
Verify that all power and ground wires are installed correctly and securely.
Verify that all input and output cables are properly installed.
There is no power switch on the TimeProvider. When you apply power to the unit, it
enters the warm-up state. See Starting the TimeProvider for the First Time, on page
88, for more information on powering up the shelf.
This section describes how to install, remove, and handle the cards associated with
the TimeProvider.
Use proper static control precautions when handling cards! Protect the
equipment against ESD (electrostatic discharge) by using a grounded protective
wrist strap and normal equipment grounding.
Avoid touching component leads and edge connectors.
Avoid placing the card on an ungrounded surface.
Avoid allowing the card to come in contact with insulated surfaces.
Inserting Cards
This procedure is common for all cards.
Note: Cards can be removed and inserted while system power is supplied
without damaging modules; however, system performance may be affected.
1. Align the card edges within the guides of the selected slot.
2. Slide the card into the chassis and press firmly until it seats fully into its
backplane edge connector.
Removing Cards
To remove an IOC, lift the tabs on the front panel and slide it out of the shelf. Be
sure to place the card on a static-free surface.
To remove the IMC or IMC/TPIU, loosen the captive screws and pull on the
U-shaped handle.
To remove the Input, or Output modules, loosen and then pull out on the captive
screws.
Firmware Features
Table 3-10 describes the features provided in recent releases of the operating
firmware for the IOC and IMC.
This chapter describes the procedures for provisioning the TimeProvider and the
available Expansion Panel. Use the procedures in this chapter after you have
installed the TimeProvider (see Chapter 3, Installing the TimeProvider).
For detailed information on the syntax and format for each available TL1 command,
refer to the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide, part number 097-58001-01.
In This Chapter
TL1 Overview
Starting the TimeProvider for the First Time
Setting Communications Parameters
Defining the Security Parameters
Managing the User List
Using SynCraft
Provisioning the IOC
Provisioning the Input Reference
Provisioning the Outputs
Provisioning NTP Parameters
Provisioning Alarms
Provisioning SNMP Parameters
System Commands
Saving Provisioning Data
TL1 Overview
The TimeProvider uses the TL1 syntax; this chapter and the TimeProvider TL1
Reference Guide describes command lines and responses. For a complete
description of the TL1 syntax, refer to Telcordia (Bellcore) Technical Reference
TR-NWT-00831 and TR-NWT-00833.
verb-modifier:|tid|:|aid|:[<ctag>]::|<keyword>|=<value||;
where:
: (colon) is a block separator
, (comma) is a parameter field separator
; (semicolon) is the terminating character for commands and responses
[ ] (square brackets) indicate optional parameters
Adjacent colons indicate unused fields. If an unused field is the last parameter in the
list, for example the general block or the parameter block, you can omit the colon
and simply type the semicolon.
If you enter a space in the command string, the TimeProvider ignores it.
Symbol Description
<cr><lf><lf>
^^^sid^date^time<cr><lf>
M ^ctag^COMPLD<cr><lf>
;
The time and date is in the Telcordia GR-833 format. A sample normal response is:
In-Process Response
The TimeProvider sends an in-process response only if it cannot respond to the
command within two seconds. The response terminates with a less-than character
(<) with no semicolon until after the TimeProvider sends the requested output
response message. The format of the in-process message is:
<cr><lf><lf>
^^^sid^date^time<cr><lf>
IP^ctag<cr><lf>
<
Error Response
If you mis-type a command or issue an invalid command, the TimeProvider sends
an error message. The format of the error response is:
<cr><lf><lf>
^^^sid^date^time<cr><lf>
M ^ctag^DENY<cr><lf>
^^^<errcde><cr><lf>
;
The TL1 command may generate an event message specific to the command. This
event message accompanies the command description in this chapter.
Autonomous Messages
In addition to the TL1 response messages described in the above sections, the
TimeProvider returns Autonomous Messages to report alarms, configuration
changes, or condition changes. Frequently, an Autonomous Message is returned at
approximately the same time as the TL1 response message that is associated with
a command, because the command happens to change the unit’s state.
Autonomous Messages are not directly correlated with commands, and therefore
they do not contain a correlation tag (ctag).
<cr><lf><lf>
sid date time <cr><lf>
almcde atag REPT reptype aidtype<cr><lf>
aid,aditype:ntfcncde,condtype,srveff,ocrdat,ocrtim:condscr
”<cr><lf>
;
Source ID (sid)
Date and time
Ethernet parameters
Security-level user
Connect the power leads from the power supply (see Making Power
Connections, on page 61)
Install the fuse in the fuse panel
Turn on the power supply
The LEDs on the TPIU remain off until the Master shelf has completed its power-on
testing and the GPS input has been enabled. The TPIU and Antenna Power LEDs
light green and the Antenna Signal LED lights red. When the Master shelf
completes its power-on testing, the Antenna Signal LED lights green, indicating that
the TPIU is receiving a valid signal from the antenna.
ED-EQPT::COML:TS1000::ECHO=ENABLE;
This command is described in detail in Changing the Echo Mode, on page 89.
SET-SID:::TS1000::SIDCHG=TP-SSU;
This command sets the <sid> to TP-SSU. Symmetricom recommends that you use
unique names for each TimeProvider in the network. Record the name you chose
for the TimeProvider in Table 4-4.
If you include the “_” (underscore) character in the name, then the TimeProvider
returns the SID in quote marks.
TP-SSU 07-08-24,10:22:03
A 1167 REPT EVT
“IMC,EQPT:NA,SIDCHG,NSA,07-08-24,10-22-03:\”SYSTEM’S
SOURCE ID HAS CHANGED,TP-SSU\””
;
ED-EQPT::SYS:TS1000::EVTFORMAT=GR833;
TP-SSU 07-08-24,10:24:13
A 1167 REPT EVT
“SYS,BROADCAST,TC,07-08-24,10-24-13:\”AUTONOMOUS MESSAGE
FORMAT HAS CHANGED,GR833\””
;
ED-DAT::SYS:TS1000::DATCHG=07-08-24;
If you want to change the communications parameter values, use the ED-EQPT
command. The following sections describe the commands for performing each
individual task. For detailed information on the ED-EQPT command, see the
TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide. Record the values you provision in Table 4-4.
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::COML:TS1000::BAUD=9600;
This command sets the local Craft communications port to 9600 baud.
Normal Response
TIMEPROVIDER 03-10-24 10:10:25
M TS1000 COMPLD
;
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::COML:TS1000::FLOW=HW;
Normal Response
TIMEPROVIDER 03-10-24 10:12:33
M TS1000 COMPLD
;
You can also use ED-EQPT to echo the <tid> in the response from the TimeProvider.
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>[=<value>];
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::COML:TS1000::ECHO=ENABLE;
Normal Response
TIMEPROVIDER 03-10-24 10:15:04
M TS1000 COMPLD
;
If you are not planning to use the Ethernet port, you do not have to provision the
parameters in this section.
IP Gateway address
IP address
IP subnet Mask
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::COMI:TS1000::IPGATE=127.0.0.1;
This command sets the IP Gate address to 127.0.0.1. Use an appropriate gateway
address for your network, and record the address in Table 4-4.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:15:04
A 1169 REPT EVT
“COMI:NA,IPGATE,NSA,03-10-24 10-15-04:\”IP GATEWAY
ADDRESS HAS CHANGED\””
;
Ping
Use the PING command to check an Ethernet connection to the TimeProvider.
PING:[<tid>]::[<ctag>]::<ipaddr>;
Sample Command
PING:::TS1000::192.168.12.10;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-05-15 09:59:09
M TS1000 COMPLD
“Host 192.168.12.10 is alive. Roundtrip time was 165 ms”
;
Retrieve Header
Use the RTRV-HDR command to display the response header, which includes the
system identification <sid>, date, and time. You can also use this command to verify
that the communication link to the TimeProvider is working properly.
Sample Command
RTRV-HDR:::TS1000;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-05-15 09:59:25
M TS1000 COMPLD
;
None – Anyone with access to a serial or Ethernet port on the TimeProvider can
issue commands set to this access level. If no Security-level users are defined,
then anyone connected to the TimeProvider can issue every command available
User – Users entered into the user list at the User level can issue commands set
at the User access level
Admin – Users entered into the user list at the Admin level can issue commands
set at the Admin access level
Security – Users at this access level can issue every command available
You can edit the commands available at each access level using the ED-CMD-
SECU command. You can display the current access level for each command by
issuing the RTRV-CMD-SECU command. See the TimeProvider TL1 Reference
Guide for details on these commands. Record the values you provision in Table 4-4.
The first person to log into the TimeProvider is automatically assigned the Security
access level (described in Defining a User at the Security Access Level, on page
95); this person normally performs the initial provisioning and defines users and
their appropriate access levels.
If you do not define a Security-level user, the security features are not enabled and
an unauthorized user could gain access to the TimeProvider and compromise the
security of your network.
Note: The factory default security setting is None, which allows all
users to access the system.
If you define a user at a level other than Security before you define a Security-level
user, you cannot execute Security-level commands. You will need to contact
Symmetricom Global Services (see Obtaining Technical Assistance, on page 187)
to correct this problem.
Sample Command
ENT-USER-SECU::DEPTHEAD:TS1000::TP01!,SECURITY;
This sample command creates a user with the name DEPTHEAD and a password
of TP01!; this user is at the Security access level. See Adding a User, on page 98,
for more information on the ENT-USER-SECU command.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-05-15 09:59:09
A 1166 REPT EVT
“IMC:NA,USRADD,NSA,03-05-15,09-59-09:\”USER HAS BEEN ADDED\””
;
Logging In
You can now log in using the ACT-USER command and the new user name and
password to continue with the provisioning process.
Sample Command
ACT-USER::DEPTHEAD:TS1000::TP01!;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-05-15 09:59:15
M TS1000 COMPLD
;
Users with the Security access level can issue any of the TL1 commands described
in this chapter and in the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide.
Use the procedures in this section to manage the users that are authorized to
access the TimeProvider.
Logging In
Use the following TL1 command to log existing users into the system.
ACT-USER:[<tid>]:<uid>:[<ctag>]::<pid>;
Sample Command
ACT-USER::TECHNICIAN:TS1000::TECH01!;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10-18-24
A 1170 REPT EVT
“IMC:NA,LOGIN,NSA,03-10-24 10-18-24:\”USER LOGGED IN,
TECHNICIAN\””
;
Error Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10-18-24
M 04 DENY
<errcode>
”UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO THIS SYSTEM IS PROHIBITED.”
;
Logging Out
Use the following TL1 command to terminate a session and log out of the system.
Security-level users can terminate any other user. The username is not
case-sensitive, but it must be spelled exactly as assigned.
CANC-USER:[<tid>]:[<uid>]:[<ctag>];
Sample Command
CANC-USER::TECHNICIAN:TS1000;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:25:31
A 1171 REPT EVT
“IMC,EQPT:NA,LOGOUT,NSA,03-10-24 10-25-31:\”USER LOGGED
OUT,TECHNICIAN\””
;
Adding a User
You can store up to 20 users in the TimeProvider’s user list. Each user has a name
of up to 20 case-insensitive alphanumeric characters, a password of up to 20
case-sensitive characters, and one of the four defined access levels.
Use the following TL1 command to add a user to the user list. If more than 20 users
are defined in the user list, the DENY response is sent. Only a Security-level user
can add to the user list.
ENT-USER-SECU:[<tid>]:<uid>:[<ctag>]::<pid>,<uap>;
<uap> NONE | USER | The access level for the user specified by the <uid>
ADMIN | SECURITY
Sample Command
ENT-USER-SECU::TECHNICIAN:TS1000::TECH01!,USER;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:28:24
A 1172 REPT EVT
“IMC:NA,USRADD,NSA,03-10-24 10-28-24:\”USER HAS BEEN
ADDED\””
;
ED-PID:[<tid>]:[<uid>]:[<ctag>]::<oldpid>,<newpid>;
Sample Command
ED-PID::TECHNICIAN:TS1000::TECH01!,#Tech02;
This command changes the current user’s password from TECH01! to #Tech02.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:30:01
A 1173 REPT EVT
“IMC:NA,PIDCHG,NSA,03-10-24 10-30-01:\”USER PASSWORD HAS
CHANGED\””
;
RTRV-USER-SECU::[<uid>]:[<ctag>];
Parameter Description
<uid> Assigned user name. Displays the access level of the specified
user.
null Displays the access level for all assigned user names.
Sample Command
RTRV-USER-SECU::TS1000;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:31:31
M TS1000 COMPLD
“TECHNICIAN,USER”
“DEPTHEAD,SECURITY”
“DAVID,ADMIN”
;
ED-USER-SECU:[<tid>]:<uid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-USER-SECU::TECHNICIAN:TS1000::ACCLVL=ADMIN;
This command changes the access level for the TECHNICIAN user to ADMIN.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:33:04
A 1174 REPT EVT
“IMC,EQPT:NA,ACCLVL,NSA,03-10-24 10-33-04:\”USER ACCESS
LEVEL HAS CHANGED\””
;
Deleting A User
Use the following TL1 command to delete a specified user from the user list.
DLT-USER-SECU:[<tid>]:<uid>:[<ctag>];
Sample Command
DLT-USER-SECU::TECHNICIAN:TS1000;
This command deletes the TECHNICIAN user from the user list.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:35:54
A 1175 REPT EVT
“IMC:EQPT:NA,USRDEL,NSA,03-10-24 10-35-54:\”USER HAS BEEN
DELETED\””
;
RTRV-USER:[<tid>]::[<ctag>];
Sample Command
RTRV-USER;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:37:14
M ^04^COMPLD
TECHNICIAN
;
Using SynCraft
Starting SynCraft
To start the SynCraft application, double click it’s icon, or select Start, Programs,
Symmetricom, SynCraft. The SynCraft window appears, as shown in Figure 4-1.
Creating a Connection
To create a connection to the TimeProvider, select Connection, New Connection.
The Create New Connection window appears, as shown in Figure 4-2.
Fill in each field as appropriate for your installation, then click Save.
Opening a Connection
To open a connection to the TimeProvider, right-click the name of the connection in
the network element list in the left column of the SynCraft window. Select Open
Connection from the drop-down list that appears; the Logical View appears in the
main SynCraft window, as shown in Figure 4-3.
For more information on using SynCraft, refer to the on-line help provided by
selecting Help, TimeProvider Help on the main SynCraft menu.
Closing a Connection
To close the connection to the TimeProvider, right-click the name of the connection
in the network element list and select Close Connection from the drop-down list, or
select Connection, Close Connection on the main SynCraft menu.
SSU – Synchronization Supply Unit: provides filtering compliant with G.812 and
GR-1244
SUB – Subtending mode: provides composite clock input tracking compliant with
GR-378
PRR – Primary Reference Receiver mode: provides ITU-T G.811 and Telcordia
GR-2830 requirements for Primary Reference Receivers/Clocks
In the SSU mode, you can select the system reference from signals on the GPS,
PRS, INP1, or INP2 connectors.
In the SUB mode, the PRS input is set to Monitor only; you can select the system
reference from signals on the INP1 or INP2 connectors. You can provision these
inputs to Composite Clock signal types only when the TimeProvider is in SUB mode.
In the PRR mode, the antenna provides GPS signals as the primary reference.
When enabled and qualified, the PRS, INP1, and INP2 signals are used as part of
the BesTime algorithm only to enhance the stability of the output signals. If the GPS
input is lost when in PRR mode, the TimeProvider enters the Holdover mode even if
qualified signals are present on the other inputs.
SET-SYS-MODE:[<tid>]::[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
SET-SYS-MODE:::TS1000::SYSMODE=SUB;
Sets the system mode to Subtending (SUB). The inputs are set as described in the
table above. Record the mode in Table 4-4.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:40:10
A 1176 REPT EVT
“SYS,EQPT:NA,SYSMODE,NSA,03-10-24 10-40-10:\"SYSTEM MODE
OF OPERATION HAS CHANGED,SUB\””
;
RTRV-SYS-MODE:[<tid>]::[<ctag>];
Sample Command
RTRV-SYS-MODE:::TS1000;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:37:54
M TS1000 COMPLD
SSU
;
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::IOC1:TS1000::IOCSTATE=INSERV;
This command places IOC 1 in the “In Service” mode. Use this command when you
have taken an IOC out of service and are now ready to put it back in service.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:42:40
A 1177 REPT EVT
"IOC1,EQPT:NA,IOCSTATE,NSA,03-10-24 10-42-40:\"IOC STATE
HAS CHANGED,INSRV\"
;
You need to know the following information about the input reference signal before
you can provision the Input Reference signals:
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::INP1:TS1000::INSTATE=MONITOR;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:44:21
A 1178 REPT EVT
“INP1,T1:NA,INSTATE,NSA,03-10-24 10-44-21:\"INPUT STATE
HAS CHANGED,MONITOR\””
;
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::GPS:TS1000::MODE=AUTO;
This command sets the GPS location mode to Automatic. The location of the GPS
antenna is determined from multiple satellite fixes.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:45:15
A 1179 REPT EVT
“GPS,EQPT:NA,FRMTYPE,NSA,03-10-24 10-45-15:\"GPS MODE HAS
CHANGED,AUTO\””
;
To manually set the location of the receiver, you must enter the latitude, the
longitude, and the altitude (in m) in the same command, using commas to separate
the parameters.
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::GPS:TS1000::POS=30-28-34.0N,97-50-16.0W,333.0;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:45:15
A 1179 REPT EVT
“GPS,EQPT:NA,FRMTYPE,NSA,03-10-24 10-45-15:\"GPS LOCATION
HAS CHANGED,MANUAL\””
;
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::PRS:TS1000::FRMTYPE=5M;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:46:01
A 1179 REPT EVT
“PRS,EQPT:NA,FRMTYPE,NSA,03-10-24 10-46-01:\"INPUT
FRAMING TYPE HAS CHANGED,5M\””
;
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
If you provision the TimeProvider to the Subtending mode (see Setting the System
Mode, on page 105), then the input frame type is automatically set to Composite
Clock type signals. You can set the FRMTYPE to CC, JCC, or JCC4 when the
TimeProvider is in the Subtending mode.
When using E1 signals in the SSU mode, you can enter either CAS or CCS in the
FRMTYPE keyword. The TimeProvider accepts both CCS and CAS inputs without a
fault (if the input is fault-free).
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::INP1:TS1000::FRMTYPE=ESF;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:50:05
A 1181 REPT EVT
“INP1,T1:NA,FRMTYPE,NSA,03-10-24 10-50-05:\"INPUT FRAMING
TYPE HAS CHANGED,ESF\””
;
You can also use the performance monitoring features to automatically switch the
input reference signal when user-defined performance thresholds are crossed. See
Setting MTIE and FFOFF Thresholds, on page 116 for more information on setting
and using performance monitoring commands.
The QLEVEL (see Setting the Input Quality Level, on page 112) and the PRIORITY
(see Setting the Input Priority Level, on page 113) parameters work together with
SSMs to determine the switching strategy for the inputs when the unit is in the SSU
mode. If the active/primary input becomes unavailable, the switching strategy
determines which input to use: the TimeProvider uses the input with the next
highest QLEVEL. If all inputs have the same QLEVEL, then the TimeProvider uses
the input with the highest PRIORITY.
If the original primary input becomes available again, the REFMODE, QLEVEL and
PRIORITY parameters determine whether the TimeProvider switches back to that
input. If the QLEVEL and/or PRIORITY parameter of the original input is higher than
the current input, the TimeProvider reverts back to the original input. If the QLEVEL
parameter is the same for all inputs, then the TimeProvider does not revert back to
the original input.
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::SYS:TS1000::REFMODE=AUTO;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10-52-25
A 1182 REPT EVT
“SYS,EQPT:NA,REFMODE,NSA,03-10-24 10-52-25:\”SYSTEM
REFERENCE MODE HAS CHANGED,AUTO\””
;
If you provision QLEVEL below the quality level of the local oscillator in the IOC,
then the TimeProvider disqualifies the input with the INPQL alarm. An INPQL alarm
also occurs if the incoming SSM indicates that the input signal is below the quality
level of the local oscillator or if the incoming SSM is below the provisioned level.
Normally, you provision the QLEVEL for each input to be either unique or all the
same. If you set all QLEVEL for inputs to unique values, then you have set up a
revertive switching strategy. If you set all inputs to the same value, then you have
set up a non-revertive switching strategy.
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Commands
ED-SYNC::PRS:::QLEVEL=1;
ED-SYNC::INP1:::QLEVEL=1;
ED-SYNC::INP2:::QLEVEL=1;
This series of commands sets the QLEVEL for all inputs to the same level; if you
also provision the PRIORITY level to the same value, then you have set up a
non-revertive switching strategy.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:54:44
A 1183 REPT EVT
“PRS,EQPT:NA,QLEVEL,NSA,003-10-24 10-54-44:\"USER
ASSIGNED QUALITY LEVEL HAS CHANGED,1\””
;
Use the ED-SYNC command to set the PRIORITY level of the selected reference.
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::PRS:TS1000::PRIORITY=2;
ED-SYNC::INP1:TS1000::PRIORITY=2;
ED-SYNC::INP2:TS1000::PRIORITY=2;
These commands set the PRIORITY for each input to the same value; if you also
provision the QLEVEL to the same value, then you set up a non-revertive switching
strategy.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:56:00
A 1184 REPT EVT
“PRS,EQPT:NA,PRIORITY,NSA,03-10-24 10-56-00:\"PRIORITY
HAS CHANGED,2\””
;
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::SYS:TS1000::INPREF=PRS;
This command forces the signal on the PRS input to be the reference signal. The
REFMODE keyword must be set to FORCED for this command to take effect.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 10:58:30
A 1185 REPT EVT
“SYS,EQPT:NA,INPREF,NSA,03-10-24 10-58-30:\”SYSTEM
REFERENCE INPUT HAS CHANGED, PRS\””
;
Reading SSMs
To enable the use of SSMs, you must first provision the TimeProvider to read SSMs
on the input. Use the ED-SYNC command to enable the specified input to read SSMs.
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::INP1:TS1000::SSMENA=ENABLE;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:02:28
A 1186 REPT EVT
“INP1,T1:NA,SSMENA,NSA,03-10-24 11-02-28:\"INPUT READING
OF SSM HAS CHANGED,ENABLE\””
;
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::INP1:TS1000::SSMBIT=4;
This command sets the SSM bit to position 4 in the E1 input string on Input 1.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:05:18
A 1187 REPT EVT
“INP1,T1:NA,SSMBIT,NSA,03-10-24 11-05-18:\"E1 SSM BIT HAS
CHANGED,4\””
;
Enabling CRC4
Use the ED-SYNC command to enable or disable the use of CRC4 on E1 inputs.
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::INP1:TS1000::CRCENA=ENABLE;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:06:57
A 1188 REPT EVT
“INP1,T1:NA,CRCENA,NSA,03-10-24 11-06-57:\"INPUT CRC HAS
CHANGED,ENABLE\””
;
SET-TH:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
GPS, PRS, MASK DEFAULT Set the MTIE-x and FFOFF-60 thresholds to
INP1, INP2 GPS-R predefined settings. Table 4-2 describes the
PRS values for each setting.
DS1
OCN
PRC
TYPEI
TYPEII
Default 10 000 50 000 100 000 500 000 1 000 000 5 000 000 10 000 000
Sample Command
SET-TH::GPS:TS1000::MASK=GPS-R;
This command sets the GPS input performance monitoring threshold to a mask
value of GPS-R.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:09:12
A 1189 REPT EVT
“GPS,EQPT:THRCHG,THRCHG,03-04-05 15-17-57,,,,:\”PM
THRESHOLD HAS CHANGED,MASK,GPS-R \””
;
SET-ATTR:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
SET-ATTR::GPS:TS1000::MTIE=MJ;
This command sets the GPS input to report a Major alarm when the MTIE
performance threshold is exceeded.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-05-15 09:59:09
A 1189 REPT EVT
“GPS,EQPT:ALMCHG,ALMCHG,03-04-05 15-17-57,,,,:\”ALARM
PARAMETER HAS CHANGED,GPS,MJ\””
;
This section describes the commands you use to provision the outputs of the
TimeProvider. You provision outputs in groups of 8 (or 16 if the Expansion Panel is
used) channels: each group corresponds to the location (A through D) of the Output
module in the main shelf or Expansion Panel.
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::OUTA:TS1000::OUTSTATE=DISABLE;
This command disables output group A and turns off all 8 channels, or 16 channels
if the Expansion Panel is also used.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11-09-12
A 1189 REPT EVT
“OUTA,EQPT:NA,OUTSTATE,NSA,03-10-24 11-09-12:\"OUTPUT
GROUP STATE HAS CHANGED,DISABLE\””
;
CAS and CCS are available for E1 output framing. D4 and ESF are available for T1
output framing.
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::OUTA:TS1000::FRMTYPE=CAS;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:11:18
A 1190 REPT EVT
“OUTA,EQPT:NA,FRMTYPE,NSA,03-10-24 11-11-18:\"OUTPUT
FRAMING TYPE HAS CHANGED,CAS\””
;
You use several TL1 commands to provision the E1 and T1 Retimers available for
the TimeProvider. The ED-EQPT command with the RTMSTATE keyword allows
you to enable and disable Retimer modules and individual ports; the SLIPCLR
keyword allows you to clear a Slip alarm. The ED-SYNC command with the
RTMLBO keyword allows you to set the line build-out length; the FREEFLT and
HOLDFLT keywords allow you to enable or disable the cut-through mode when the
clock enters Free-run or Holdover mode.
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::RTMA:TS1000::RTMSTATE=DISABLE;
This command disables the Retimer in group A and turns off both ports.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11-09-12
A 1189 REPT EVT
“OUTA,EQPT:NA,OUTSTATE,NSA,03-10-24 11-09-12:\"OUTPUT
GROUP STATE HAS CHANGED,DISABLE\””
;
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::RTMA-1:TS1000::RTMLBO=2;
This command sets the line build-out length for port 1 in Retimer group A to 266 to
399 ft (80 to 121 m).
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11-09-12
A 1189 REPT EVT
“RTMA,EQPT:NA,OUTSTATE,NSA,03-10-24 11-09-12:\"LBO HAS
CHANGED,2\””
;
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::RTMA-1:TS1000::FREEFLT=CUTTHRU;
This command sets the Retimer to enter cut-thru mode when the local oscillator
enters free-run mode.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11-09-12
A 1189 REPT EVT
“RTMA,EQPT:NA,OUTSTATE,NSA,03-10-24 11-09-12:\"CUTTHRU
STATE HAS CHANGED,CUTTHRU\””
;
This section describes how to enable and provision the Network Time Protocol
(NTP) feature in the TimeProvider. There are TL1 commands that allow you to:
Additional NTP commands are described in the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide.
Activating NTP
You use the ACT-FEATURE command to enable the NTP feature on the
TimeProvider. You should contact your Symmetricom Sales representative and
order part number 920-58000-01 to obtain the key to activate the NTP feature.
ACT-FEATURE:[<tid>]:<fid>:[<ctag>]::<key>;
Sample Command
ACT-FEATURE::NTP:TS1000::”ABcdEFgh123456”;
This command enables the NTP feature within the TimeProvider, and uses an
activation code provided by Symmetricom.
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-05-15 09-59-09
M 1166 COMPLD
“IMC Serial#=ABC123”
“NTP activated”
;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-05-15 09-59-09
A 1166 REPT EVT EQPT
“IMC,EQPT:FEATURE,TC,03-05-15 09-59-09,,,,:\”System
Feature has been enabled\””
;
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:NTP:[<ctag>]::SERVER,<func>,<serverIP>,
[<keyid>,<minpoll>,<maxpoll>,<preferred>];
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::NTP:TP1000::SERVER,ADD,192.168.10.1,1,64,1024,NO;
This command adds the server mask of 192.168.10.1, sets the Authentication ID to
1, the max poll to 64, the min poll to 1024, and the preferred to No.
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-05-15 10-04-32
A 1166 REPT EVT
“NTP,EQPT:SERVER,TC,03-05-15 10-04-32,,,,:\NTP SERVER
CONFIGURATION HAS CHANGED,192.168.10.1,0,16,1024,NO”
;
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:NTP:[<ctag>]::AUTHEN=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::NTP:TP1000::AUTHEN=ENABLE;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-05-15 10-04-32
A 1166 REPT EVT
“NTP,EQPT:SERVER,TC,03-05-15 10-04-32,,,,:\NTP
AUTHENTICATION,ENABLED”
;
ED-EQPT:[<tid>]:NTP:[<ctag>]::KEYGEN,<func>,<keyID>[,<key>];
Sample Command
ED-EQPT::NTP:TP1000::KEYGEN,ADD,998,ABC123;
This command generates the key in NTP timestamps sent by the TimeProvider.
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-05-15 10-04-32
A 1166 REPT EVT
“NTP,EQPT:SERVER,TC,03-05-15 10-04-32,,,,:\NTP
AUTHENTICATION HAS CHANGED”
;
Provisioning Alarms
This section describes how you provision and manage alarms in the TimeProvider.
There are TL1 commands that allow you to:
Alarms are displayed on the IMC or IMC/TPIU LEDs; they also appear on the relay
contact closures on the Input module.
SET-ATTR:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>[=<value>];
Default Level
Possible Error Error
Description of Alarm
Alarm ID Alarm Delay Delay
Condition SSU SUB
Levels Default Editable?
Mode Mode
<aid> = SYS
<aid> = IMC
<aid> = IOC
Default Level
Possible Error Error
Description of Alarm
Alarm ID Alarm Delay Delay
Condition SSU SUB
Levels Default Editable?
Mode Mode
<aid> = PRS
Default Level
Possible Error Error
Description of Alarm
Alarm ID Alarm Delay Delay
Condition SSU SUB
Levels Default Editable?
Mode Mode
Note:
1
When the fault is detected, the input is immediately removed from the possible reference
list. The fault must be continuously present for the period specified by FLTDELAY before
the alarm is set. After the alarm is set, it clears once the input signal is fault-free for the
period specified by CLRDELAY.
2
Once INPFREQ is set, the alarm clears when the input frequency is within the defined
pull-in range
Sample Command
SET-ATTR::SYS:TS1000::ELEVTIME=ENABLE;
This command allows alarms to automatically escalate to the next higher alarm
level after the time period specified in the FLTDELAY keyword has elapsed (see
Provisioning System-Level Alarms, on page 130, for more details).
Sample Command
SET-ATTR::SYS:TS1000::EXPFAIL=NA;
This command disables the Expansion Fail alarm that occurs if you are not using an
Expansion Panel with the TimeProvider.
ED-SYNC:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>=<value>;
Sample Command
ED-SYNC::SYS:TS1000::CLRDELAY=5;
This command declares a faulted input to be valid five seconds after the alarm
condition has cleared.
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:18:00
A 1192 REPT EVT
“SYS,EQPT:NA,CLRDELAY,NSA,03-10-24 11-18-00:\"INPUT CLEAR
DELAY HAS CHANGED\””
;
RTRV-ATTR:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>][::<keyword>];
ALL (or null) ALL (or null) Returns all of the alarm attributes
Response Format
<cr><lf><lf>
sid date time<cr><lf>
M ctag COMPLD<cr><lf>
“<aid>:event id,alarm level”<cr><lf>
“<aid>:event id,alarm level”<cr><lf>
.
.
“<aid>:event id,alarm level”<cr><lf>
;
Field Description
alarm level The value indicates the alarm level that is generated by an alarm
event:
NR = Not Reported
NA = A non-alarm event
MN = Minor alarm
MJ = Major alarm
CR = Critical alarm
Sample Command
RTRV-ATTR::SYS:TS1000;
This command causes the TimeProvider to return the alarm levels associated with
all system-level alarms.
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:21:20
M TS1000 COMPLD
"SYS:IOC1EQPT,NA"
"SYS:IOC2EQPT,NA"
"SYS:PWRA,MJ"
"SYS:PWRB,MJ"
"SYS:EXTALM1,MJ"
"SYS:EXTALM2,CR"
"SYS:EXPFAIL,MJ"
;
RTRV-ALM:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>];
<aid> Description
Value Description
Sample Command
RTRV-ALM:::TS1000;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:22:11
M TS1000 COMPLD
"SYS,EQPT:MJ,PWRA,NSA,03-10-24 11-22-11:\"POWER A FAILED\""
"SYS,EQPT:MJ,EXPFAIL,SA,03-10-24 11-22-11:\"EXPANSION CONNECTIVITY FAILED\""
"IOC2,EQPT:MJ,CLKFREE,SA,03-10-24 11-25-15:\"CLOCK ENTERED FREE-RUN MODE\""
"INP1,T1:MN,INPLOS,NSA,03-10-24 11-25-16:\"LOS FAULT\""
"INP2,T1:MN,INPDISQ,NSA,03-10-24 11-25-17:\"INPUT DISQUALIFIED AS POSSIBLE
REFERENCE\""
"INP2,T1:MN,INPLOS,NSA,03-10-24 11-25-17:\"LOS FAULT\""
;
RTRV-COND:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>];
<aid> Description
<aid> Description
SYS Displays the connectivity status of the Expansion Panel and any
alarms associated with the Expansion Panel
<pwra> – PWRA-OK | PWRA-FAIL
<pwrb> – PWRB-OK | PWRB-FAIL
<expstatus> – OK | ALM
<extfault> – OK | ALM
IOCm Displays the current setup and conditions related to the system-level
m=1|2 function of the IOC module
<iocstatus> – OK | ALM (IOCFAIL)
<ioccomm> – IOC1TO2COMM-OK | IOC1TO2COMM-FAIL
IOC2TO1COMM-OK | IOC2TO1COMM-FAIL
<imccomm> – IMC1COMM-OK | IMC1COMM-FAIL |
IMC2COMM-OK | IMC2COMM-FAIL
GPS Displays GPS Input state and any alarm events associated with GPS
input
<gpsstatus> – OK | ALM
PRS Displays PRS Input state and any alarm events associated with PRS
input
<prsstatus> – OK | ALM
INPp Displays Input state and any alarm events associated with Inputs 1 or 2
p=1|2 <inpstatus> – OK | ALM
OUTg Displays output status; this reflects the state of IOCFAIL of the active
g=1|2|3|4 IOC
<outstatus> – OK | ALM
Sample Command
RTRV-COND::IOC:TS1000;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:27:28
M TS1000 COMPLD
“SYS,PWRA-OK,PWRB-OK,OK,OK”
;
Clearing Alarms
Clearing the Office (Audible) Alarm
Use the following TL1 command to turn off (squelch) the audible office alarm. The
office alarm reactivates when a new alarm occurs.
OPR-ACO-ALL:[<tid>]::[<ctag>];
Sample Command
OPR-ACO-ALL:::TS1000;
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:26:47
M TS1000 COMPLD
“IMC,EQPT:NA,ACO,NSA,03-10-24 11-26-47:\"AUDIO ALARM IS
DEACTIVATED”
;
Activating SNMP
You use the ACT-FEATURE command to enable the SNMP feature on the
TimeProvider. You should contact your Symmetricom Sales representative and
order part number 920-58002-01 to obtain the key to activate the SNMP feature.
ACT-FEATURE:[<tid>]:<fid>:[<ctag>]::<key>;
Sample Command
ACT-FEATURE::SNMP:TS1000::”ABcdEFgh123456”;
This command enables the SNMP feature within the TimeProvider, and uses an
activation code provided by Symmetricom.
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-05-15 09-59-09
M 1166 COMPLD
“IMC Serial#=ABC123”
“SNMP activated”
;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-05-15 09-59-09
A 1166 REPT EVT EQPT
“IMC,EQPT:FEATURE,TC,03-05-15 09-59-09,,,,:\”System
Feature has been enabled\””
;
Adding a User
You use the Enter User Security command to add an SNMP user to the
TimeProvider:
Deleting a User
You use the Delete User Security command to delete TL1 and SNMP users from
the TimeProvider.
SNMP v1
To set up Traps, create an SNMP v1 community using the ENT-USER-SECU
command. Add a MGRx and SENDERx using the ED-EQPT command. There is no
Inform capability in SNMP v1. The engineid parameter in the ENT-USER-SECU
command is ignored; the IFTOUTx and IFRETRYx parameters are not used.
SNMP v2C
To set up Notifications, create an SNMP v2C community using the
ENT-USER-SECU command. Add a MGRx and SENDERx using the ED-EQPT
command. Set the IFTOUTx and IFRETRYx parameters to 0.
SNMP v3
To set up Notifications, create an SNMP v3 user with or without MD5 or SHA using
the ENT-USER-SECU command. DO not add the engineid. Add a MGRx and
SENDERx using the ED-EQPT command. Set the IFTOUTx and IFRETRYx
parameters to 0.
To set up Informs, create an SNMP v3 user with or without MD5 or SHA using the
ENT-USER-SECU command. Include the engineid of the manager engine. Add a
MGRx and SENDERx using the ED-EQPT command. Set the IFTOUTx and
IFRETRYx parameters to a nonzero value.
System Commands
This section describes the TL1 commands you use to perform the following routine
operations with the TimeProvider:
Displaying events
Displaying the current configuration
Restarting the TimeProvider
Displaying Events
The RTRV-LOG command displays all the events in the event log in chronological
order (first in - first out). The event log contains the 500 most recent alarmed and
non-alarmed events. Alarms with an alarm level of NONE are not stored in the log.
RTRV-LOG:[<tid>]:[<aid>]:[<ctag>][::<keyword>=<value>];
ALL (or null) All (or null) Displays both events and alarms stored in the
IMC log for the specified aid
IOC
IOCm (m = 1 | 2) EVT Displays events stored in the log for the
GPS specified event
PRS ALM Displays alarms stored in the log for the
INPp (p = 1 | 2) specified event
OUTg (g = A | B | C | D)
Sample Command
RTRV-LOG::INP1:TS1000::ALM;
This command causes the TimeProvider to return all alarms stored in the log for
Input 1.
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:28:02
M 2 COMPLD
“INP1,T1:MJ,ALM,NSA,03-10-24 11-26-47”
;
RTRV-EQPT:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>;
Response Description
<aid> The access identifier for the equipment component (SYS, COM,
IMC, IOC, GPS, PRS, INP, or OUT)
Sample Command
RTRV-EQPT::IOC1:TS1000::IOCMODE;
This command causes the TimeProvider to return the current operating mode for IOC1.
Normal Response
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:30:42
M TS1000 COMPLD
“IOC1:IOCMODE,ACTIVE”
;
All SYS parameters are reset, including the entire user list. You
must create a new security-level user after issuing this command
with the SYS:FACTORY aid and keyword.
INIT-SYS:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>]::<keyword>;
Sample Command
INIT-SYS::IOC1:::RESET;
Autonomous Message
TP-SSU 03-10-24 11:31:52
A 1193 REPT EVT
“IOC,EQPT:MN,RESET,NSA,03-10-24 11-30-42:\”MODULE HAS
BEEN RESET\””
;
CPY-MEM:::TS1000::IOC,IMC,IOC;
Copy the contents of the IMC into the IOC memory by issuing the CPY-MEM
command as follows:
CPY-MEM:::TS1000::IMC,IOC,IMC;
This command may take more than two seconds to execute; if it does, then the
In-Process response is issued. This command also logs off all users connected to
the TimeProvider.
If two IOCs are in the shelf, the Active IOC automatically saves its data in the
Standby IOC.
Provisioning Worksheet
Use Table 4-4 to record the values you provisioned into the TimeProvider.
Handshaking mode
Echo mode
IP address
Subnet mask
GPS Position
GPS Elevmask
QLEVEL, INP2
QLEVEL, GPS
PRIORITY, INP2
PRIORITY, GPS
SSMBIT, INP2
CRCENA, INP2
OUTSTATE, OUTC
OUTSTATE, OUTD
FRMTYPE, OUTC
FRMTYPE, OUTD
RTMSTATE, RTMC
RTMSTATE, RTMD
RTMLBO, RTMA-2
RTMLBO, RTMB-1
RTMLBO, RTMB-2
RTMLBO, RTMC-1
RTMLBO, RTMC-2
RTMLBO, RTMD-1
RTMLBO, RTMD-2
FREEFLT, RTMA-2
FREEFLT, RTMB-1
FREEFLT, RTMB-2
FREEFLT, RTMC-1
FREEFLT, RTMC-2
FREEFLT, RTMD-1
FREEFLT, RTMD-2
HOLDFLT, RTMB-1
HOLDFLT, RTMB-2
HOLDFLT, RTMC-1
HOLDFLT, RTMC-2
HOLDFLT, RTMD-1
HOLDFLT, RTMD-2
MINPOLL
PREFERRED
SERVERIP
KEY
FREEFLT
HOLDFLT
GPSCLRDEL
GPSFLTDEL
This chapter describes a basic acceptance test for the TimeProvider product.
In This Chapter
Testing the TimeProvider
Verifying Normal Operation
Testing Alarm Conditions
Testing the Communication Ports
Testing the Outputs
Test Record
Perform the tests described in this chapter after you install (see Chapter 3, Installing
the TimeProvider) and provision (see Chapter 4, Provisioning the TimeProvider) the
TimeProvider. Record the results in the Test Record in Test Record, on page 153.
These tests verify the operation of the TimeProvider and are not mandatory for
operating the unit.
Test Overview
This chapter describes four tests that verify the operation of the TimeProvider:
Test Equipment
To perform the tests in this chapter, you need the following equipment:
Volt-ohmmeter
Oscilloscope
Communications analyzer
The LEDs on the IMC and the IOC(s) indicate the status of the TimeProvider. Table
5-1 shows the condition of the LED indicators on the front panel of the IOC under
normal operating conditions.
Table 5-2 shows the condition of the LED indicators on the front panel of the IMC
under normal operating conditions.
2. Visually inspect the Power LED on the appropriate IOC. The LED is flashing
green in the Warm-up mode.
Locked Mode
The IOC enters and remains in the locked mode after it has completed the warm-up
cycle. The following actions occur when an IOC enters the Locked mode:
1. Visually inspect the Power LED on the appropriate IOC. The LED is continually
green when the IOC is tracking at least one input.
1. Connect a suitable reference signal to the PRS input and a second reference
signal to the INP1 input. Wait for the Qualified LEDs for both inputs to turn green
and for the Active LED to light on the PRS input.
3. Observe that the Active LED changes from the original input to the secondary
input (PRS to INP1 or INP1 to PRS).
The TimeProvider is in non-revertive mode when the QLEVEL parameter for INP1,
INP2, and PRS inputs is set to the same value, and the PRIORITY parameters for
the same inputs are set to the same level.
3. Create a fault on the selected reference signal and observe that the
TimeProvider changes to the appropriate secondary input.
4. Remove the fault on the initial reference signal and observe that the
TimeProvider does not revert to that initial reference input. The event log
indicates that the reference signal is no longer in fault.
The TimeProvider is in the revertive mode when the QLEVEL parameter for INP1,
INP2, and PRS inputs are set to different values, and the PRIORITY parameters for
the same inputs are also set to different values.
1. Define the revertive mode by setting the QLEVEL and PRIORITY parameters to
appropriate values. See Setting the Input Quality Level, on page 112, and Setting
the Input Priority Level, on page 113, for further information.
3. Create a fault on the selected reference signal and observe that the
TimeProvider changes to the appropriate secondary input.
4. Remove the fault on the initial reference signal and observe that the
TimeProvider reverts to the initial reference input. The event log and the LEDs
indicate that the input is no longer in fault, and that the reference has changed.
When power is lost from the Batt A or Batt B terminal, the factory default alarm is
Major.
1. Connect the appropriate power supply to both the Batt A and Batt B connectors.
The TimeProvider enters the Warm-up mode.
2. Remove power from either the Batt A or Batt B terminal. Observe that the Major
LED on the IMC is red. Verify that a Major alarm is included in the event log.
The TimeProvider reports these and other errors on the front panel alarm LEDs, in
an autonomous event message, and via devices connected to the alarm relays. You
can provision each error to a specific alarm level (Minor, Major, or Critical).
The TimeProvider has three communication ports. This section describes how to test
each port; if you do not plan to use a port, then you can skip the corresponding test.
To connect a device to the local Craft port, perform the following steps:
1. Connect a straight-through serial cable to the local Craft port. Connect the other
end of the cable to a computer.
1. Connect a null-modem serial cable to the Remote port. Connect the other end of
the cable to a computer.
The TimeProvider supports up to 32 output signals on four output groups. You can
provision the output signal to the following types: 2M, CAS, CCS, D4, ESF, CC,
JCC, JCC4, 1.544 MHz, 6.312 MHz, 8 kHz, or ISOLATED_1.
To test the outputs, connect the communications analyzer to the output under test
and observe that the waveforms meet or exceed the specifications for that signal
type.
Test Record
Use Table 5-3 to record the results of the tests performed on the TimeProvider.
Reference Switching
Non-Revertive Mode
Revertive Mode
Power Alarms
Input Errors
Ethernet Port
Outputs
In This Chapter
Preventive Maintenance
Safety Considerations
ESD Considerations
Diagnosing the IOC
Diagnosing the IMC
Diagnosing the External TPIU
Replacing Output Modules
Replacing the Input Module
Troubleshooting the TimeProvider
Repairing the TimeProvider
Obtaining Technical Assistance
Upgrading the Firmware
Returning the TimeProvider
Manual Updates
Preventive Maintenance
Chassis Inspect for dirt or foreign Clean the exterior of chassis with a Periodically
material soft dry cloth
Cables Inspect for pinched, worn Replace pinched, worn or damaged Periodically
or damaged cable cable at the first opportunity
Safety Considerations
Follow your company’s safety guidelines and policies when working on or around
live equipment.
ESD Considerations
Maintenance personnel should wear ESD wrist straps when installing or working on
all TimeProvider equipment and cards. Plug the user-supplied wrist strap into the
TimeProvider shelf. Place IMC and IOC cards as well as the Input and Output
panels into static-free bags when not in use.
Compatibility Alarm
If you receive a COMPAT alarm, then one or more of the installed hardware and/or
software components is not compatible with other components. Refer to the
Software Release Notice (097-58001-22) for a list of compatible components and
firmware revision levels. If necessary, update the firmware in one or more
components using the procedures in Upgrading the Firmware, on page 187.
IOC Memory
The IOC stores its configuration and the configuration of the redundant IOC, if it is
installed. This configuration information is stored in non-volatile memory, and is
retained even if the IOC is removed from the shelf. The IOC also stores the
configuration of the IMC. The configuration of the IMC is stored in volatile memory
and is lost if the IOC is removed from the shelf.
1. Save the contents of the IOC memory in the IMC by issuing the following command:
CPY-MEM:::::IOC,IMC,IOC;
This command may take more than two seconds to execute; if it does, then the
In-Process response is issued. See the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide for
more information on the CPY-MEM command.
ED-EQPT::IOCm:::IOCSTATE=OOSRV;
4. Loosen the captive retaining screws and pull out on them to unseat the IOC from
the shelf.
6. Install a new IOC using the appropriate procedure in Replacing the IOC, on page
160.
ED-EQPT::IOCm:::IOCSTATE=OOSRV;
where m is 1 or 2, and depends on the slot in which the IOC is installed (1 is the
left slot and 2 is the right slot).
3. Loosen the captive retaining screws and pull out on them to unseat the IOC from
the shelf.
5. Install a new IOC using the appropriate procedure in Replacing the IOC, on page
160.
1. Save the contents of the Active IOC memory in the IMC by issuing the following
command.
CPY-MEM:::::IOC,IMC,IOC;
This command may take more than two seconds to execute; if it does, then the
In-Process response is issued. See the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide for
more information on the CPY-MEM command.
2. Issue the following TL1 command to take the Standby IOC out of service:
ED-EQPT::IOCm:::IOCSTATE=OOSRV;
Caution: Output signals are turned off when you place the
second IOC out of service.
4. Loosen the captive retaining screws and pull out on them to unseat the IOC from
the shelf.
7. Install new IOCs using the appropriate procedure in Replacing the IOC, on page
160.
2. Install the IOC into the shelf and tighten the captive retaining screws.
3. Copy the contents of the IOC memory stored in the IMC by issuing the following
command.
CPY-MEM:::::IMC,IOC,IOC;
This command may take more than two seconds to execute; if it does, then the
In-Process response is issued. See the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide for
more information on the CPY-MEM command.
If you have not stored the contents of the IOC memory in the IMC, then provision
the IOC using the procedures and commands described in Chapter 4,
Provisioning the TimeProvider.
4. Wait for the IOC to reboot and qualify the reference inputs.
1. Install the IOC into the shelf and tighten the captive retaining screws.
2. Wait for the IOC to reboot and qualify the reference inputs. During this time the
Active IOC updates the new IOC’s memory with current values.
2. Install the IOC into the left slot of the shelf and tighten the captive retaining
screws. This IOC will become the Active IOC.
4. Retrieve the contents of the IOC memory stored in the IMC by issuing the
following command.
CPY-MEM:::::IMC,IOC,IOC;
This command may take more than two seconds to execute; if it does, then the
In-Process response is issued. See the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide for
more information on the CPY-MEM command.
If you have not stored the contents of the IOC memory in the IMC, then provision
the IOC using the procedures and commands described in Chapter 4,
Provisioning the TimeProvider.
ED-EQPT::IOC1:::IOCSTATE=INSRV;
6. Install the IOC into the right slot of the shelf and tighten the captive retaining
screws. This IOC will become the Standby IOC.
7. Wait for the IOC to reboot and qualify the reference inputs. During this time the
Active IOC updates the new IOC’s memory with current values.
8. Issue the following TL1 command to place the Standby IOC in service:
ED-EQPT::IOC2:::IOCSTATE=INSRV;
Table 6-3. LED Conditions for the IMC and IMC/TPIU (Continued)
1. Save the contents of the IMC memory in an IOC by issuing the following
command:
CPY-MEM:::::IMC,IOC,IMC;
This command may take more than two seconds to execute; if it does, then the
In-Process response is issued. See the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide for
more information on the CPY-MEM command.
3. Remove the IMC by loosening the captive screws and pulling the IMC from the
shelf using the U-shaped handles.
5. Insert another IMC into the shelf and tighten the captive screws.
Note: If the replacement IMC has a different software load than the
original IMC, you cannot log in to the TimeProvider using the existing
username and password. You must create a new username and
password using the ENT-USER-SECU command.
6. Reload the IMC memory from the IOC by issuing the following command:
CPY-MEM:::::IOC,IMC,IMC;
Table 6-4 shows the function of the LED indicators on the front panel of the
standalone TPIU.
The Retimer module is transparent to framing errors, bipolar violations, and data
errors; these errors are passed through to the downstream Network Element. If an
incorrect signal type is inserted into the Retimer module (for example, if an E1
signal is connected into a T1 Retimer), the module may report a large slip count.
Verify that the proper signal is inserted into the Retimer module.
The TimeProvider supports up to four Output modules on the shelf, and up to four
additional Output modules on the Expansion Panel. A variety of Output modules is
available to support different wiring schemes (see Making Output Connections, on
page 66, for a description of the available Output modules).
ED-EQPT::OUTg:::OUTSTATE=DISABLE;
10.Remove the Output module by loosening the captive screws and pulling the
module off the shelf.
1. Install the Output module on the connector on the shelf and tighten the captive
screws.
2. Install the output signal connections to the Output module. After you install the
connections, you can remove the protective ground strap from your wrist.
ED-EQPT::OUTg:::OUTSTATE=ENABLE;
The Input module contains connectors for the input signals and the alarm output
connector.
ED-EQPT::PRS:::INSTATE=DISABLE;
ED-EQPT::INPp:::INSTATE=DISABLE;
2. Wait for the TimeProvider to enter the Holdover state before proceeding.
6. Remove the Input module by loosening the captive screws and pulling the
module off the shelf.
1. Install the Input module on the connector on the shelf and tighten the captive
screws.
3. Install the alarm connections. After you install the connections, you can remove
the protective ground strap from your wrist.
ED-EQPT::PRS:::INSTATE=ENABLE;
ED-EQPT::INPp:::INSTATE=ENABLE;
ACCLVL The user’s system EQPT SECURITY NONE – User has access to
access level has (when no users all commands; no Security
changed in the have been has been assigned
database assigned to the USER – User can access
system) User-level commands
ADMIN – User can access
Admin-level commands
SECURITY – User can
access all commands
ALMCHG The IMC alarm EQPT N/A Alarm keywords and values
parameters have are listed in Table 6-7. When
changed the user changes a value, the
ALMCHG event is generated
and contains the keyword and
value
BAUD The IMC serial port EQPT 9600 2400 | 9600 | 19200 | 28800 |
baud rate has 38400 | 57600
changed
FLOW The IMC serial port EQPT NONE NONE – No flow control
flow control has SW – Software flow control
changed (XON/XOFF)
HW – Hardware flow control
(CTS/RTS)
SWHW – Both hardware and
software flow control used
USRADD A user has been EQPT uid uid – assigned user name
added to the database pid pid – assigned user password
uap uap – assigned user access
level
Communication COMMFLT –
between the IMC and Communications fault
IOC has failed
SYSMODE The system mode of EQPT SSU SSU – Sync Supply Unit
operation has been mode
changed SUB – Subtending mode
PRR – Primary Reference
Receiver mode
RQLEVEL The received quality T1 n/a Displays the prior quality level
level on the specified followed by the new quality
input has changed level
SYS Events
LOCTIM The local system time EQPT (00)-00 (hh) – hours offset ±12
offset has changed mm – minutes offset 00 to 59
TIMCHG The system time has EQPT hh-mm-ss hh – hours (24-hour clock)
been changed mm – minutes
ss – seconds
Table 6-6 describes the alarm codes and their set and clear conditions.
SYS Codes
IMC Codes
IOC1 Codes
SYNTHEOR Output generator exceeded pull-in Output generator within pull-in range
range
IOC2 Codes
SYNTHEOR Output generator exceeded pull-in Output generator within pull-in range
range
GPS Codes
ANTCOMM GPS antenna communication fault GPS antenna comm fault cleared
INPQL Quality Level (SSM) exceeded Quality Level (SSM) within threshold
threshold
OUT[g] Codes
SYNTHEOR Output generator exceeds pull-in range Output generator within pull-in range
E422[g] Codes
E422FAULT EIA-422 Output module has a fault EIA-422 Output module fault cleared
RTMg[-p] Codes
Alarm Level
AID Service
Event ID Description
TYPE Affecting SSU PRR SUB
Mode Mode Mode
AID = SYS
Alarm Level
AID Service
Event ID Description
TYPE Affecting SSU PRR SUB
Mode Mode Mode
AID = IMC
AID = IOC1
Alarm Level
AID Service
Event ID Description
TYPE Affecting SSU PRR SUB
Mode Mode Mode
AID = IOC2
AID = GPS
Alarm Level
AID Service
Event ID Description
TYPE Affecting SSU PRR SUB
Mode Mode Mode
Alarm Level
AID Service
Event ID Description
TYPE Affecting SSU PRR SUB
Mode Mode Mode
AID = PRS
Alarm Level
AID Service
Event ID Description
TYPE Affecting SSU PRR SUB
Mode Mode Mode
Alarm Level
AID Service
Event ID Description
TYPE Affecting SSU PRR SUB
Mode Mode Mode
Alarm Level
AID Service
Event ID Description
TYPE Affecting SSU PRR SUB
Mode Mode Mode
Table 6-8 describes the conditions that generate the associated event.
Event ID Condition
IMC Codes
IMCBIST User has requested the IMC to perform a Built-in Self Test
IPHOST1 The IMC Ethernet address for element host manager has changed <value>
IPHOST2 The IMC Ethernet address for element host manager has changed <value>
IPHOST3 The IMC Ethernet address for element host manager has changed <value>
IPHOST4 The IMC Ethernet address for element host manager has changed <value>
Event ID Condition
USRDEL Specified user has been deleted, or all users have been deleted
GPS Codes
MODE User has set or requested system position, or position has been automatically
found <mode>
ELEVMASK User has set or requested the GPS Elevation Mask <mask>
IOC Codes
CCALIGN User has cleared the INTPRR alarm, or has cleared the alarm and forced the
alignment between the CC output and a CC input
Event ID Condition
SYS Events
To remove an IOC, loosen the captive screws and lift the removal tabs on each side
of the card, then slide the module out of the shelf. To remove the IMC, loosen the
captive screws and pull the module out of the shelf using the U-shaped handle on
the front panel. Place the module on an anti-static surface or in an anti-static bag.
To remove an Input or Output module, loosen the captive screws and then pull the
module using the captive screw. Place the module on an anti-static surface or in an
anti-static bag.
If you have technical questions about the TimeProvider, call Symmetricom Global
Services (SGS) at 888-367-7966 (toll-free in USA only), 408-428-7907, or
+49 700 3288 6435 in Europe, Middle East, or Africa. You can also email your
technical questions to [email protected] or
[email protected].
You can upgrade the firmware in the IMC or IOC using TL1 commands and software
available from Symmetricom. Only users with Admin-level or Security-level access
can execute the command. The command places the management module in the
firmware download mode and terminates all sessions except the session performing
the upgrade. During the upgrade process, no new sessions are allowed. Refer to
the TL1 Reference Guide for details on the upgrade process.
ACT-SWDL:[<tid>]:<aid>:[<ctag>];
After you issue the command, you have 60 seconds to begin transferring the
upgrade file using the Ymodem transfer protocol. If you do not start the transfer
within 60 seconds, the command times out and you will have to issue the ACT-SWDL
command again. You can use the SynCraft application to transfer the upgrade file;
be sure to follow the recommendations in the Caution, above.
The system downloads the firmware using the Ymodem protocol; if the IMC
firmware is upgraded, the processor in the IMC is reset.
<aid> Description
IOCm Downloads the IOC firmware image from the Active IOC to the Standby IOC.
m=1|2 This command does not require Ymodem or SynCraft to transfer an image file from
the computer to the TimeProvider.
Sample Command
ACT-SWDL::IMC:TP1000;
If the image transfer takes more than 60 seconds to start, the error response is
SROF and the IMC returns to normal operation. You will need to start the download
process again to perform the upgrade.
If the header information in the referenced file is not correct, the error response is
SROF, followed by a message that says the firmware upgrade was not successful.
If the file header is correct, the TimeProvider responds with a message stating that it
is beginning the firmware upgrade, followed by a message stating the upgrade was
successful.
2. Back up the contents of the IMC memory in an IOC by issuing the following
command:
CPY-MEM:::::IMC,IOC,IMC;
ACT-SWDL::IMC:TP1000;
4. Use a Ymodem file transfer program such as SynCraft to transfer the upgrade
software to the TimeProvider. You must start the transfer within 60 seconds or the
TimeProvider issues a Deny response.
The TimeProvider validates the received file, updates the flash memory and
reboots the IMC if the file is valid. If the file is not valid, the TimeProvider issues a
Deny response.
2. Save the contents of the IOC memory in the IMC by issuing the command:
CPY-MEM:::::IOC,IMC,IOC;
ACT-SWDL::IMC:TP1000;
4. Use a Ymodem file transfer program such as SynCraft to transfer the upgrade
software to the TimeProvider. You must start the transfer within 60 seconds or the
TimeProvider issues a Deny response. The new software is loaded into the IOC,
after which it is rebooted and enters the Warm-up mode for up to 30 minutes.
6. Restore the contents of the IOC memory from the IMC by issuing the command:
CPY-MEM:::::IMC,IOC,IOC;
If any of these conditions are not present, then the outputs are interrupted for up to
30 minutes until the upgraded IOC enters the Locked mode.
2. Back up the contents of the IOC memory in the IMC by issuing the command:
CPY-MEM:::::IOC,IMC,IOC;
ACT-SWDL::IMC;
4. Use a Ymodem file transfer program such as SynCraft to transfer the upgrade
software to the TimeProvider. You must start the transfer within 60 seconds or the
TimeProvider issues a Deny response.
The active IOC (IOC1 for example) goes into Standby mode and the Standby
IOC (IOC2, in this example) goes into Active mode. The new software is loaded
into IOC1, after which it is rebooted and enters the Warm-up mode for up to 30
minutes.
When IOC1 enters the Locked mode, it becomes the Active IOC again (IOC2
goes into Standby). The new software is loaded into IOC2, after which it is
rebooted and enters the Warm-up mode for up to 30 minutes.
ACT-SWDL::IOCn:TP1000;
where n = 1 or 2, and identifies the IOC that receives the software from the other
IOC
You should return the equipment to Symmetricom only after you have exhausted the
troubleshooting procedures described earlier in this chapter, or if Symmetricom
Global Services has advised you to return the unit.
2. Provide a description of the problem, product item number, serial number, and
warranty expiration date.
4. Ship the product to Symmetricom, transportation prepaid and insured, with the
Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and item numbers or part numbers
clearly marked on the outside of the container to the address given with the RMA.
Manual Updates
From time to time, this manual may be updated. The current version of the manual
is available for downloading in pdf format at Symmetricom’s website at
www.symmetricom.com. After you download a manual, you can view it on your
computer screen or you can print it out.
Note: If you are downloading a manual for the first time, you need to
register on Symmetricom’s website. If you are currently registered,
log in and download the manual update.
In This Chapter
Communications Ports
Clocks
Inputs
Outputs
Alarms
Power
Roof Antenna
Mechanical
Environmental
Communications Ports
Serial Ports
Two EIA-232 serial ports are available: the local Craft port and the Remote port.
Specifications are listed in Table 7-1.
Stop bits 1 1
Remote Port
Stop bits 1 1
Handshake On On
DTR/DSR
LAN Port
The Ethernet 10BaseT port supports 10 full-duplex telnet sessions over TCP/IP. To
minimize response delays, Symmetricom recommends that you keep four or fewer
sessions open at any one time.
Clocks
The clocks in the TimeProvider are controlled with Direct Digital Synthesis
technology for calibration-free operation and precise frequency control.
Type I Clock
The Type I clock in the TimeProvider is compliant with ITU-T G.812 (06/98) and
EN300 462-4-1 (see ICS proforma Compliance Annex B).
Type II Clock
The Type II clock in the TimeProvider complies with G.812 (06/98).
SSM Compliance
The TimeProvider complies with the following SSM standards: ANSI T1.101-1999,
GR-253 Core Issue 3, September 2000, ITU-T G.704 10.98, and T1X1.3 TR33.
Holdover
Table 7-2 lists the holdover characteristics of the Clock cards available for the
TimeProvider.
According to GR-1244, pull-in is the process during which an NE's clocks become
locked to a reference. In turn, an NE's pull-in range is the largest band of input
reference signal frequency for which its clocks will acquire lock. In general, pull-in
requirements are intended to assure that any NE/clock will always be able to lock to
a reference signal that is traceable to a clock of equal (or higher) quality. Therefore,
for a given stratum level the minimum pull-in range is generally the same as the
maximum acceptable free-run frequency offset.
Inputs
Front Access and Rear Access shelves contain three card slots: two for IOC cards
and one for an IMC or integrated IMC/TPIU card.
Each IOC supports three input ports: two span inputs and one PRS input.
Input supported:
PRS Input port: 2048 kHz G.703/13, 1.544/5/6.312/10 MHz sine or square
Input ports 1 and 2: 2048 kbit/s,G.703/9, 2048 kHz G 703/13, DS1,
1.544/5/6.312/10 MHz sine or square, CC/JCC/JCC4 composite clock
Parameter Specification
PRS Inputs
Amplitude 1 V RMS ±3 dB
Japan Amplitude –17 dBm to +5 dBm
Termination Impedance 75 Ω
T1 Inputs
Format AMI or B8ZS (per (ANSI) T1.102 & ITU-T G.703 Sec. 5)
Jitter and Wander Tolerance Meets the requirements of Bellcore GR-1244-CORE, Section 4.
E1 Inputs
Format CAS or CCS (per ITU-TG.703 Sec. 2 & (ANSI) T1.102 DS1A CRC4
enabled/disabled AMI or HDB3)
Outputs
Sync Status Messages: Compliant with SSM specification ITU-T G.704, T1X1.3
TR33, ANSI T1.101-1999, and Telcordia GR-253-CORE
Parameter Specification
T1 Signals
Signal Waveshape Framed, all ones, Alternate Mark Inversion (AMI) per (ANSI)
T1.102 and ITU Rec. G.703
E1 Signals
CC Signals
JCC Signals
Parameter Specification
JCC4 Signals
8k Signals
Amplitude 0 dBm ± 3 dB
Termination Impedance 75 Ω
Amplitude 0 dBm ± 3 dB
Termination Impedance 75 Ω
TIA/EIA-B-422 Signals
Amplitude 2 to 6 V p-p
Alarms
Input Alarms
The PRS input is inhibited when a contact closure (less than 1 Ω) is present across
the PRS Alarm In connection.
Output Alarms
The output alarm connector is on the Input module, and can be either a DB25
connector or wire-wrap pins. See Making Alarm Connections, on page 70, for a
pinout diagram of the DB-25 connector. Table 7-6 describes the contact closure for
the alarm outputs.
Alarm Description
Power
Dual power supplies from –36 to –72 V DC. Table 7-7 lists the maximum and typical
power consumption using crystal and Rubidium IOCs.
Crystal 40 30
Rubidium 60 40
(70 with two Rb IOCs)
Roof Antenna
The specifications for the antenna for GPS operation are described in Table 7-8.
Parameter Specification
Mechanical
Weight: 9.0 pounds (4.1 kg) with two IOC modules and four Output modules
Weight: 9.0 pounds (4.1 kg) with two IOC modules and four Output modules
Environmental
Operating Temperature: –5 to 55 °C
This Appendix describes the factory default values for user-settable parameters.
In This Appendix
Default Command Access Levels
Alarm Default Values
Default Equipment Parameters
Default Input Parameters
Default Output Parameters
Default Retimer Parameters
This section describes the default access level for the TL1 commands described in
this guide. Table A-1 also describes whether you can edit the default command
access level using the ED-CMD-SECU command (see the TimeProvider TL1
Reference Guide for details on this command). For a complete list of commands
and their access levels, see the TimeProvider TL1 Reference Guide.
ENT-USR-SECU Security No
ED-USER-SECU Security No
ED-CMD-SECU Admin No
ACT-USER None No
CANC-USER User No
This section describes the default values for alarms in the TimeProvider. Table A-2
includes the default error delay, which is set using the FLTDELAY keyword in the
ED-SYNC command (see Provisioning System-Level Alarms, on page 130).
System-wide Alarms
COMPAT IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
EXTALM1 IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
EXTALM2 IMMED No CR CR CR
EXPFAIL IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
PWRA IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
PWRB IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
IOC1EQPT IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
IOC2EQPT IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
IMC-related Alarms
IOC1COMM IMMED No MN MN MN
IOC2COMM IMMED No MN MN MN
IMCFAIL IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
IOC1-related Alarms
IOC1COMM IMMED No MN MN MN
IOC1TO2COMM IMMED No MN MN MN
IOCFAIL IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
BTBCKUP IMMED No NA NA NA
CLKBRDG IMMED No NA NA NA
CLKFREE IMMED No MJ MN MJ
CLKHOLD IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
CLKWARM IMMED No MN MN MN
SYNTHEOR IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
IOC2-related Alarms
IOC2COMM IMMED No MN MN MN
IOC2TO1COMM IMMED No MN MN MN
IOCFAIL IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
BTBCKUP IMMED No NA NA NA
CLKBRDG IMMED No NA NA NA
CLKFREE IMMED No MJ MN MJ
CLKHOLD IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
CLKWARM IMMED No MN MN MN
SYNTHEOR IMMED No MJ MJ MJ
GPS-related Alarms
ANTCOMM IMMED No MN MN MN
GPSPWR IMMED No MN MN MN
INPLOS IMMED No MN MN MN
INPFRQ NA NA NA NA NA
INPPHASE IMMED No MN MN MN
EXDSC IMMED No MN MN MN
FFOFF IMMED No MN MN MN
MTIE IMMED No MN MN MN
TPIUSIG IMMED No MN MN MN
PRS-related Alarms
INPLOS IMMED No MN MN MN
INPFRQ IMMED No MN MN NR
INPPHASE IMMED No MN MN MN
EXDSC IMMED No MN MN MN
FFOFF IMMED No MN MN MN
MTIE IMMED No MN MN MN
INPAIS IMMED No MN MN MN
INPLOS IMMED No MN MN MN
INPOOF IMMED No MN MN MN
INPFRQ IMMED No MN MN NR
INPPHASE IMMED No MN MN MN
INPQL IMMED No MN MN MN
EXDSC IMMED No MN MN MN
MTIE IMMED No MN MN MN
E422-related alarms
E422FAULT IMMED No NA NA NA
RTM-related Alarms
S1LOS IMMED No MN MN MN
S2LOS IMMED No NA NA NA
EXSLIP IMMED No NA NA NA
RTMFAULT IMMED No NA NA NA
LOGECHO ENABLE
ELEVTIME DISABLE
SYSMODE SSU
AOMERGE ENABLE
BAUD 9600
ECHO DISABLE
FLOW NONE
TIDQUIET DISABLE
AOMERGE ENABLE
IPGATE 127.0.0.1
IPADDR 127.0.0.1
IPSUBNET 255.255.255.0
ECHO DISABLE
TIDQUIET DISABLE
IOCMODE ACTIVE
CLKTYPE TYPEI
IOCSTATE INSRV
CLRDELAY 5 seconds
FLTDELAY 5 seconds
REFMODE AUTO
INPREF PRS
FREEFLT SQUELCH
HOLDFLT ON
GPSCLRDEL 5s
GPSFLTDEL 1s
INSTATE ENABLE
INSTATE ENABLE
SPANTYPE E1
CRCENA DISABLE
SSMENA DISABLE
SSMBIT 8
QLEVEL 2
PRIORITY PRS=1
INP1=1
INP2=1
OUTSTATE DISABLE
FRMTYPE 2M
CKTID Null
OUTSTATE DISABLE
FRMTYPE 1.544M
FREEFLT SQUELCH
HOLDFLT ON
CKTID NULL
RTMSTATE ENABLE
RTMLBO 0
FREEFLT RETIME
HOLDFLT RETIME
RTMSLIP 4
This Appendix describes how to install the SynCraft software you can use to
provision the TimeProvider.
In This Appendix
Overview
System Requirements
Installing SynCraft
Overview
SynCraft is a craft application for provisioning and managing the TimeProvider and
other Network Elements via an Ethernet connection or a serial connection.
System Requirements
The following is the minimum computer configuration for a Windows NT 4.0 system:
Software
You can run the SynCraft application under the following operating systems:
Windows XP
Windows 2000 SP3 or later
Windows NT 4 SP5 or later
Windows ME5
Windows 98 Second Edition
Windows XP Professional Service Pack 1
You can download the following items from the Microsoft web site:
Documentation
To access the help files and associated documentation for SynCraft, press F1 at any
time while in the application.
Installing SynCraft
To install SynCraft on your computer, use the following procedure. You may need
Administrator-level privileges on the computer to install this product.
1. Insert the SynCraft CD into the CD-ROM drive. If the Auto-Run feature is not
enabled, then open the SynCraft folder on the CD and double-click the
SynCraftSetup.exe icon. The Installation Wizard appears.
specifications 195
colon, using in commands 86 E
comm links, ping command 94
comma, using in commands 86 E1 inputs, CRC4 116
command E422 output
error response 87 default parameter values 210
general syntax 86 earth grounding connections 60
in-process response 87 echo in response 92
normal response 87 echo mode, setting 92
command separators 86 ED-DAT command 90
communication settings, changing 80 ED-EQPT command
compatibility alarm 158 baud rate 91
configuration, displaying 139 CLKTYPE 107, 123
connecting earth ground 60 cut-thru 122
connecting power 61 echo 92
GPS parameters 109
connections
handshaking 92
alarm 70 input state 108
Ethernet port 80 IOCACTV 107, 123
input 63 IOCMODE 107, 123
output 66 IOCSTATE 107, 123
serial port 79 IP addresses 93
connectors, location of 28, 30 LBO 121
copying memory 141 output enabling 119
craft serial port retimer enabling 120
connecting to 79 tidquiet 92, 93
overview 34 ED-PID command 99
provisioning 91–92 ED-SYNC command
testing 151 alarms, system-level 130
CRC4, enabling 116 input frame type 110
Critical LED 162 input priority level 113
current alarms, displaying 132 manual reference selection 114
cut-thru, setting 122 output framing 119
quality level 113
reference switching mode 112
D SSM bit position 115
damage to circuitry, avoiding 156 SSM enabling 115
date, setting 90 ED-USER-SECU command 100
DB-9 output module pinout 66 electrostatic discharge 56
default command access levels 204 enable input state 35
default equipment parameters 208 enabling CRC4 116
default settings enabling input SSMs 115
local serial port 79 enabling outputs 119
remote serial port 79 enabling the retimer 120
deleting a user 101 ENT-USER-SECU command 98
disabled input state 35 environmental specifications 202
disabling outputs 119 error response, TL1 87
disabling the retimer 120 escalating alarm levels 126
DLT-USER-SECU command 101 ESD considerations 156
documentation, related 17 ESF outputs 42
Ethernet
overview 34
parameters 93
U Y
user Ymodem transfer 187
access level, changing 100