evertz 1200 Series User manual

1200 Series
Analog Clock Displays
Instruction Manual
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Version 1.1 July 2007
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INFORMATION TO USERS IN EUROPE
NOTE
CISPR 22 CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to the European Union EMC directive. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation
of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
INFORMATION TO USERS IN THE U.S.A.
NOTE
FCC CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING
Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded
interface cables with the shield connected to the chassis ground of the device must be
used.

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
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1.1 Fixed formatting and typos Jul 07
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you encounter an error, please notify Evertz Customer Service department. Evertz reserves the right, without notice or liability, to make
changes in equipment design or specifications.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................................... 1
2. INSTALLATION................................................................................................................... 3
2.1. TIMECODE INPUTS AND OUTPUTS.......................................................................................4
2.2. RS-232 COMMUNICATIONS PORT .........................................................................................4
2.3. POWER .....................................................................................................................................4
2.4. MOUNTING................................................................................................................................5
3. SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................................................6
3.1. LTC INPUT ................................................................................................................................6
3.2. LTC OUTPUT ............................................................................................................................6
3.3. TIME KEEPING .........................................................................................................................6
3.4. BACKUP BATTERY..................................................................................................................6
3.5. ELECTRICAL ............................................................................................................................6
3.6. PHYSICAL.................................................................................................................................7
4. STATUS LED....................................................................................................................... 8
5. REAR PANEL CONTROLS................................................................................................. 9
5.1. SETTING THE TIME ZONE OFFSET........................................................................................9
5.2. SETTING THE DEFAULT TIME CODE FRAME RATE..........................................................11
5.3. SETTING THE SECOND HAND MODE..................................................................................11
5.4. SETTING TIME MANUALLY...................................................................................................11
6. JUMPERS AND BATTERY REPLACEMENT ................................................................... 12
6.1. REMOVING THE BACK COVER:...........................................................................................12
6.2. REPLACING THE BACK COVER: .........................................................................................12
6.3. CHANGING THE BATTERY:..................................................................................................12
6.4. SELECTING MASTER/SLAVE MODE: ..................................................................................12

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7. SOFTWARE CONTROL.....................................................................................................15
7.1. CONNECTING THE CLOCK TO A COMPUTER....................................................................15
7.1.1. Requirements.....................................................................................................................15
7.1.2. Connecting the COM Port..................................................................................................15
7.1.3. Terminal Program Setup....................................................................................................15
7.2. COMMAND DESCRIPTIONS..................................................................................................15
7.2.1. Parameters.........................................................................................................................16
7.2.2. System Overview. ..............................................................................................................17
7.2.3. Assigning A Clock To A Specific Group.............................................................................17
7.2.4. Sending A Message To Specific Downstream Clocks.......................................................17
7.2.5. Sending A Message To a Group of Downstream Clocks...................................................17
7.2.6. Reading Register Values From A Clock.............................................................................18
7.2.7. Setting the Clock time........................................................................................................18
7.2.8. Setting the Time Zone Offset.............................................................................................19
7.2.9. Setting the Clock Date .......................................................................................................19
7.2.10. Automatic Daylight Saving Mode .......................................................................................19
7.2.10.1.Enabling Automatic Daylight Saving Adjust Mode...............................................20
7.2.10.2.Disabling Automatic Daylight Saving Adjust Mode..............................................20
7.2.10.3.Setting the Daylight Saving Time Offset Value....................................................20
7.2.10.4.Setting the Daylight Saving Time Date Mode......................................................20
7.2.10.5.Setting the Daylight Saving Time Start and Stop Hour........................................20
7.2.10.6.Setting the Daylight Saving Time Dates – Week Mode.......................................21
7.2.10.7.Setting the Daylight Saving Time Dates – Month Mode......................................21
Figures
Figure 1-1: Clock Block Diagram ........................................................................................................................ 2
Figure 2-1: Rear Panel Overview........................................................................................................................ 3
Figure 2-2: Rear Panel Connections and Controls............................................................................................. 3
Figure 2-3: Rear Panel Mounting Template........................................................................................................ 5
Figure 6-1: Master/Slave Mode Schematic....................................................................................................... 13
Figure 6-2: Setting the Clock to Master Mode .................................................................................................. 14
Figure 6-3: Setting the Clock to Slave Mode..................................................................................................... 14
Tables
Table 2-1: COM Port Pinout................................................................................................................................ 4
Table 5-1: DIP Switch Functions Overview......................................................................................................... 9
Table 5-2: Time Zone Offset Switch Settings.................................................................................................... 10
Table 5-3: Default Time Code Rate DIP Switch Functions............................................................................... 11
Table 5-4: Second Hand Mode DIP Switch Functions...................................................................................... 11
Table 6-1: Comparison of Master and Slave Modes......................................................................................... 13
Table 7-1: Read Back Commands.................................................................................................................... 18
Table 7-2: DST Register Default Values........................................................................................................... 19

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1. OVERVIEW
The 1200 Series Analog Clock Displays take master and slave clock technology to new levels of
convenience and excellence. The clocks are microprocessor controlled and employ separate direct drive
motors for each hand. This means that, as well as being able to set the time almost instantaneously, the
new displays are also silent in operation. The hands of the clocks can be programmed to move in sweep
mode or in steps.
Each clock can be programmed for automatic Daylight Saving Time adjustment, as well as for any time
zone offset using a laptop computer. It is then only necessary to supply the clock system with Universal
Coordinated Time (UTC) from the master clock. Daylight Saving Time changes will be automatic, as will
adjustments for different time zones.
Each clock can be used as a master or slave clock. When used as a slave clock, it reads SMPTE/EBU
linear timecode (LTC) from a master clock. When used as a master, it generates LTC for distribution to
other slave clocks. In fact, any clock in the chain can generate timecode as soon as it looses timecode
input from the master. The system is therefore extremely robust and reliable.
The problems of power distribution have also been considerably simplified. With other clock products, it is
necessary to install power outlets wherever clocks are to be located. The Evertz system slave clocks are
powered from a single feed that distributes both power and modulated timecode. The power is introduced
at one of the 1200 series clocks running in Master mode and from there it is distributed to the other
downstream clocks running in slave mode. If the system is large, power can be introduced at multiple
convenient clock locations.
Internal crystal oscillators ensure that the clocks will continue to operate in the absence of input timecode.
Internal battery backup ensures that each clock will continue to keep time in the absence of timecode and
power. When power resumes, the hands will immediately reset to the correct time.
The 1200 series clock displays are offered in two sizes. Backlighting is available for all models.
Model Description
1212 12” diameter clock display
1212L 12” diameter clock display with back lighting
1216 16” diameter clock display
1216L 16” diameter clock display with back lighting
Throughout this manual the model 1200 will be used to describe the clocks when describing common
features. When necessary, the specific model numbers will be used to distinguish features only available
on some models.
Features:
• Automatic detection of 30 Fps or 25 Fps SMPTE/EBU timecode input
• Three motors for quiet operation and rapid hand setting - sets to time in 10 seconds
• Automatic Daylight Saving Time adjustment
• Addressable slave clocks with programmable time offsets of 0 to 23.5 hours in 0.5 hour increments -
set via DIP switches or RS-232 control
• Accepts date information from LTC User Bits using SMPTE 309M or Leitch™ protocol
• Master or Slave operation with battery backed up clock
• Single cable distribution for both power and timecode

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• In master mode, outputs 12 VDC modulated with timecode
• In slave mode, can operate off 12VDC modulated with timecode. This allows multiple clocks to run off
a single 110/220 AC power outlet
• Sweep or Step second hand movement
• Optional back lighting of clock face
• Two sizes 12” or 16”
• Time may be set manually via pushbutton switches, or through the RS-232 serial port
LTC I/O CPU
Battery
backed up
real time
clock
RS-232
12 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Motors and Display
Power
Figure 1-1: Clock Block Diagram

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2. INSTALLATION
The 1200 series clocks have keyhole slots for mounting. They have a 4 pin connector for timecode input
and output. They have a power jack for 12 VDC input and there is a 12 VDC adapter supplied which is
installed in a slot in the rear panel. This allows the clock to run on 12 VDC, 110/220 VAC or to receive
power from another upstream 1200 series clock operating in master mode. There is a DB-9 connector for
RS-232 communications from a PC.
12VDC Input
Mounting
holes Toggle
Pushbutton
DIP switches
COM
Adapter
LTC I/O
Figure 2-1: Rear Panel Overview
Figure 2-2: Rear Panel Connections and Controls

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2.1. TIMECODE INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
There is a terminal block at the rear of the clock that can contain the time code inputs and outputs.
IN+, IN- These two input pins are for connecting SMPTE/EBU linear timecode (LTC) to the clock.
OUT+, OUT- These two output pins are for connecting LTC and 12VDC to other clocks.
In slave mode these pins are looped through from the respective input pins. In master
mode these pins contain a reclocked copy of the input LTC modulated on 12VDC. See
section 6.4 for information on selecting Master or Slave mode.
!
Time code output pins may contain 12 VDC. Do not connect the time code
outputs to anything other than another 1200 series clock operating in slave mode,
or damage may occur to the other device.
2.2. RS-232 COMMUNICATIONS PORT
The COM connector is a female 9 pin D connector used for connecting a computer to control the 1200
series clocks. This port is wired at the factory as an RS232 DCE port as shown in Table 2-1 and can be
connected directly to most PC COM ports using a ‘straight through’ cable. The RS-232 communication is
2400 baud, 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, no flow control. See section 7 for information on controlling the
clock using the serial port.
Pin # Name Description
1 Not connected
2 TxD RS-232 Transmit Output
3 RxD RS-232 Receive Input
4 Not connected
5 Sig Gnd RS-232 Signal Ground
6 Not connected
7 Not connected
8 Not connected
9 Not connected
Table 2-1: COM Port Pinout
2.3. POWER
The 1200 series clocks come with an auto-ranging DC voltage adapter that automatically
senses the input voltage. This power adapter should be used when the clock is operating in
Master mode. Power should be applied by connecting a 3-wire grounding type power supply
cord to the power entry module on the DC voltage adapter. The power cord should be
minimum 18 AWG wire size; type SST marked VW-1, maximum 2.5 m in length. The DC cable
of the voltage adapter should be connected to the DC power jack on the rear panel.
When the clock is operating in Slave mode, it receives power from upstream 1200 series
clocks. See section 6.4 for information on selecting Master or Slave mode.