American Time SiteSync IQ User manual

INST-SSIQ-N-G Rev 13 December 18, 2023
Activate and hang your clocks
Don't activate the battery or apply power to the clocks
until the system controller is installed and transmitting
and the clock is in the intended location.
Note: Clocks should be installed within 24 hours of
installing the system controller. After 24 hours, the system
controller will enter Quiet Mode. Pressing 3-5-7 on the
keypad will disable Quiet Mode for 6 hours. Reference
Appendix J in the SiteSync IQ Installation and Operation
Manual for more details on Quiet Mode.
Digital Clocks
a. Take the clock to the area where it will be used.
b. To activate the clock, connect power.
c. Verify synchronization takes place within 2-5
minutes by conrming the colons are not blinking.
Sitesync IQ® Wireless System Controller with
Standard GPS & Magnetic Mount TX Antenna
Please read this rst!
After determining the proper wattage for your facility, we guarantee the coverage of your SiteSync IQ
when you follow a few simple steps. If this is your rst installation or you have questions at any time
during this process, please call American Time toll free at 800-328-8996. We're here to help!
This Quick Start Guide will help you avoid three common installation mistakes:
1. Improper location of transmitting (TX) antenna. A temporary install of the system
controller is recommended. Don't drill holes for permanent installation and mounting
until the system is working correctly.
2. Improper system controller start-up. A successful transmission is indicated by a
TX in the lower right-hand corner of the system controller screen. Don't locate the
campus TX antenna within 4' of the system controller.
3. Improper clock start-up. Activate clocks in their intended location. Don't activate
the clocks in one room and move them to another location as signal reception will not
be veried. Make sure the system controller is transmitting and is not in Quiet Mode.
IMPORTANT! Clocks should be installed within 24 hours of installing the system controller. After 24
hours, the system controller will enter Quiet Mode. Pressing 3-5-7 on the keypad will disable Quiet Mode
for 6 hours. Reference Appendix J in the SiteSync IQ Installation and Operation Manual for more details
on Quiet Mode.
AC
DC
To
wiring
box
Reset
Button
LED
Electric
Electric (AC) Analog Clocks
a. Take the clock to the area where it will be used.
b. To activate the clock, connect to AC power. The
LED on the back of the clock (see below) will ash
red within 30 seconds of power-up to indicate
receiver is looking for the wireless signal.
c. When the signal is received, the LED will ash green.
Be patient. The clock hands will rapid advance to the
correct time. This may take up to seven minutes.
d. Hang the clock once signal reception is
veried and clock is operating correctly.
Note: If the LED does not ash within 30 seconds, disconnect
the barrel plug on the clock receiver, wait 10 seconds and
reconnect. The LED will begin ashing within 30 seconds.
AC
DC
To
wiring
box
LED
Battery
Barrel
Jack
Input
Battery Analog Clocks
a. Take the clock to the area where it will be used.
b. To activate the clock, connect barrel jack plug of battery
pack to wireless receiver. The LED on the back of the
clock will ash red within 30 seconds of power-up to
indicate receiver is looking for the wireless signal.
c. When the signal is received, the LED will ash green.
Be patient. The clock hands will rapid advance to the
correct time. This may take up to seven minutes.
d. Hang the clock after hands are rapid advancing.
Note: If the LED does not ash within 30 seconds, remove
the barrel jack plug of the battery pack from the wireless
receiver for 5 seconds and reconnect it. This resets the
receiver. The LED will begin ashing within 30 seconds.
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Your SiteSync IQ system is now set up for proper
operation. For information on other features, see the
Installation and Operation Manual that was included with
your system. If you have any questions, please contact
Technical Support at American Time: 800-328-8996.
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Connect cables to the system controller
a. Connect the GPS antenna to the STD GPS RJ45 port (A).
Connect a CAT 5 or higher Ethernet patch cable (not included) to the
ETHERNET RJ45 port.
b. Connect the System Controller power supply to the POWER INPUT port (B).
c. Connect magnetic mount TX antenna to TX ANT port (C).
d. Plug 110v cord into power source. Turn the POWER SWITCH
on the back of the system controller to the on position.
See the SiteSync IQ Installation & Operation Manual for detailed instructions.
QUICK START INSTALLATION GUIDE SITESYNC IQ®WIRELESS CLOCK SYSTEM
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Unpack the box
Remove the components and system controller from the box. Save the
packing materials in case you need them later.
Choose your location
a. Choose a location for the GPS receiver outside, mounted
parallel to the horizon, with a clear view of the sky and the
label facing up. The included mounting bracket allows for
mounting on the side of a building or other structure..
Note: Avoid high voltage equipment and excessive roof overhang when
choosing location.
b. Locate the system controller in an area with a network drop, or run
an Ethernet data cable to the unit from a network switch or hub.
c. Choose a location for your magnetic mount TX antenna either
outside or inside at the highest central location in your facility.
Note: The TX antenna must be
located at least 4' away from
the system controller and must
always point up or down, never
horizontal. The cable length
cannot be extended.
Check the components
Your system kit comes with:
• System Controller
• GPS receiver with 15' cable and mounting bracket (A)
• Power supply (B)
• Magnetic mount TX antenna with 12' cable (C)
• USB Flash drive
• Installation and Operation Manual
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3
1
TX Ant signal
out to clocks
System controller located
high & central with Ethernet
drop for time reference
A
C
B
To local power (110vac) Select Clock Code (for existing wired clock systems)
Continue on to Step 7 if you are not connecting wired clock circuits.
a. Reference Appendix I in the manual for clock codes and wiring information
if you have wired circuits. Clock Code 01 is set from the factory. If 01 is the
code required, skip to 7 – Verify Unit is Transmitting. If the code needs to be
changed continue to next step.
b. PRESS P6 and enter your service lock to access the Conguration
Menu. From the Cong Menu, PRESS 3. This feature is used to set the
clock code for wired clock circuits. Enter the clock code using the keypad,
or choose 00 if you want to disable the clock code feature. Press O.
g. PRESS 1to Setup Sync Options
h. PRESS 1for (GPS) or PRESS 2for Ethernet priority
i. PRESS 1to Enable DHCP or Press 2to Disable DHCP. PRESS O.
j. Use the keypad to enter the Unit IP Address. PRESS O.
k. Enter the Subnet Mask. PRESS O.
l. Enter the Gateway IP. PRESS O.
m. Enter the DNS IP. PRESS O.
n. PRESS 1to use a Manual IP, or PRESS 2for
a DNS IP Time Server. PRESS O.
• If 1Manual IP, enter Time Server Address and
PRESS Oto accept. Repeat for Alternative Time Server.
• If 2DNS IP, PRESS O.
Note: this value can only be changed in Remote Connect.
o. Press Oto accept the default (80) Port Number
p. To conrm proper set up, press Oto sync.
• If successful, “Ethernet Sync Successful” will display.
• If not successful, “Ethernet Sync Failed” will display. Refer to the
troubleshooting guide in manual.
q. PRESS 8to sync GPS. If Successful, PRESS Oto Set and exit.
• If not successful, “Sync Failed” will display. Refer to the troubleshooting
guide in the manual.
r. “Setup Wizard Successfully Completed” will display.
Use the Setup Wizard
a. PRESS 1to start the Setup Wizard (Page 10 in Installation Manual).
b. Create a 4 digit User Lock or enter 0000 to disable this feature. PRESS O.
c. Create a 4 digit Service Lock (for advanced features) or
enter 0000 to disable this feature. PRESS O.
d. Select local time zone by using the <> keys. PRESS O.
USET=Eastern, USCT=Central
USMT=Mountain, USPT=Pacic
Note: There are 40 options to choose from
(Appendix B in Installation Manual).
e. PRESS 8to select
automatic DST (Daylight Saving Time) or 0to disable DST
if your location doesn’t observe DST. PRESS O.
f. PRESS 1for 12-hour mode - AM/PM (1:00PM).
PRESS 2for 24-hour mode - Military (13:00).
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5
Set Menu LOCAL
Time Zone Code: 05
99=Custom USCT
<>=Scroll OK=Accept
Note: Screen will
advance immediately
Skip if 1
is selected
in step i.
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GPS signal in
4 ft
minimum
MON MAR 10 2014
10:38:06 AM USCT
American Time
Status=AUTO GPS=Y
Verify Unit is Transmitting
The system controller now shows the correct time and date. You will no
longer be prompted on power-up for setup information.
TX should display for about three seconds
every 30 seconds (approximately the top
and bottom of every minute) in the bottom
right corner of the screen.
MON MAR 15 2021
10:38:06 AM USCT
American Time
Status=AUTO TX
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