Meinberg MicroSync Use and care manual

TECHNICAL REFERENCE
microSync
HR101/DC
9th December 2019
Meinberg Funkuhren GmbH & Co. KG

Table of Contents
1 Imprint 1
2 microSync Introduction 2
3 Technical Specifications microSync Chassis 3
4 Important Safety Information 4
4.1 Important Safety Instructions and Protective Measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4.2 UsedSymbols................................................. 5
4.3 SecurityduringInstallation......................................... 7
4.4 Protective Conductor- / Ground-Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.5 SafetyduringOperation........................................... 9
4.6 SafetyduringMaintenance......................................... 10
4.7 HandlingBatteries.............................................. 10
4.8 CleaningandCare.............................................. 11
4.9 PreventionofESDDamage......................................... 11
4.10 Return of Electrical and Electronic Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5 microSync - Connectors 13
5.1 GPSAntenna................................................. 13
5.2 Programmablepulseoutput......................................... 14
5.3 Time Code AM (modulated) Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.4 Frequencysynthesizeroutput........................................ 15
5.5 RS-232COMxTimestring.......................................... 15
5.6 StatusIndicators ............................................... 16
5.7 USBInterface................................................. 17
5.8 LANNetworkInterfaces........................................... 17
5.9 DMCX2TerminalConnector........................................ 18
5.10 Fiber Optic - Programmable pulse Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.11 DMC X1 Terminal Connector / DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6 GNSS Satellite Navigation 22
6.1 TimeZoneandDaylightSaving ...................................... 23
7 Mounting the GPS Antenna 24
7.1 AntennaCable: ................................................ 25
7.2 Antenna Assembly with Surge Voltage Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
8 Starting of Operation 27
8.1 Establishing a Network Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
8.1.1 Connecting with the Network Configuration Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
9 Technical Appendix 30
9.1 Technical Specifications GPS Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
9.2 ConfigurationOptions ............................................ 32
9.3 ProtocolsandProfiles............................................ 32
9.4 Compliances.................................................. 32
10 WEEE Compliance 33
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1 Imprint
1 Imprint
Meinberg Funkuhren GmbH & Co. KG
Lange Wand 9, 31812 Bad Pyrmont / Germany
Phone: + 49 (0) 52 81 / 93 09 - 0
Fax: + 49 (0) 52 81 / 93 09 - 230
Internet: https://www.meinbergglobal.com
Mail: [email protected]
Date: 2019-08-27
Manual
Version: 1.01
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2 microSync Introduction
microSync is a multipurpose synchronization solution with compact design and high performance. The mi-
croSync system provides multiple output signals and allows synchronization of both NTP clients and PTP
slaves.
The device has four 100/1000 MBit network interfaces and can provide both, optical and electrical network
connections by using SFP modules. It is possible to use different receiver variants, e.g. the 72-channel GNSS
receiver for GPS, Galileo, GLONASS and BeiDou.
The sync optimized operating system supports NTP, PTP IEEE 1588 and a variety of protocols for management
tasks.
Product Highlights
•Powerful IEEE 1588 PTP Time Server incl. IEC/IEEE 61850-9-3 & IEEE C.37.238
•High performance (S)NTP server
•Half rack solution for a space efficient design
•Different Oscillator options for advanced holdover performance
•Meinberg Device Manager for configuration and status monitoring
•Three-year manufacturer‘s warranty
•Unlimited technical support including firmware updates
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3 Technical Specifications microSync Chassis
3 Technical Specifications microSync Chassis
Protection
Rating: IP30
Operating
Temperature: –20 to 55 ◦C (–4 to 131 ◦F)
As tested per IEC 60068-2-1, Cold: –40 ◦C (–40 ◦F)
As tested per IEC 60068-2-2, Dry Heat: 85 ◦C (185 ◦F)
Storage Temperature: –30 to 70 ◦C (–22 to 158 ◦F)
Relative Humidity: 5 to 95 % (non-condensing) at 40 ◦C (104 ◦F)
Operating Altitude: up to 4,000 m (13,123 ft) above sea level
Atmospheric Pressure: 615 to 1,600 hPa
Physical Dimensions:
43.7 mm
[ 1.72 inch ]
31.8 mm
[ 1.25 inch ]
465.1 mm [ 18.31 inch ]
482.6 mm [ 19 inch ]
236 mm
[ 9.29 inch ]
251 mm
[ 9.88 inch ]
223 mm [ 19 inch ]
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4 Important Safety Information
4.1 Important Safety Instructions and Protective Measures
The following safety instructions must be respected in all operating and installation phases of the device. Non-
observance of safety instructions, or rather special warnings and operating instructions in product manuals,
violates safety standards, manufacturer instructions and proper usage of the device. Meinberg Funkuhren shall
not be responsible for any damage arising due to non-observance of these regulations.
Depending on your device or the installed options
some information is not valid for your device.
The device satisfies the requirements of the following EU regulations: EMC-Directive,
Low Voltage Directive, RoHS Directive and - if applicable - the Radio Equipment Directive.
If a procedure is marked with the following signal words, you may only continue, if you have understood and
fulfilled all requirements. In this documentation dangers and indications are classified and illustrated as follows:
DANGER!
The signal word indicates an imminently hazardous situation with a high risk level . This notice
draws attention to an operating procedure or similar proceedings, of which a non-observance may
result in serious personal injury or death .
WARNING!
The signal word indicates a hazard with a medium risk gradient . This notice draws attention to an
operating procedure, a procedure or the like which, if not followed, can lead to serious injuries ,
possibly resulting in death .
CAUTION!
The signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk gradient . This notice draws attention to an
operating procedure, a procedure or the like which, if not followed, can lead to minor injuries .
ATTENTION!
This notice draws attention to an operating procedure, a procedure or the like which, if not followed,
can cause damage to the product or loss of important data .
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4 Important Safety Information
4.2 Used Symbols
The following symbols and pictograms are used in this manual. To illustrate the source of danger, pictograms
are used, which can occur in all hazard classes.
Symbol
Beschreibung / Description
IEC 60417-5031
Gleichstrom / Direct current
IEC 60417-5032
Wechselstrom / Alternating current
IEC 60417-5017
Erdungsanschluss / Earth (ground) terminal
IEC 60417-5019
Schutzleiteranschluss / Protective earth (ground) terminal
ISO 7000-0434A
Vorsicht / Caution
IEC 60417-6042
Vorsicht, Risiko eines elektrischen Schlages / Caution, risk of electric shock
IEC 60417-5041
Vorsicht, heiße Oberfläche / Caution, hot surface
IEC 60417-6056
Vorsicht, Gefährlich sich bewegende Teile / Caution, moving fan blades
IEC 60417-6172
Trennen Sie alle Netzstecker / Disconnection, all power plugs
IEC 60417-5134
Elektrostatisch gefährdete Bauteile / Electrostatic Sensitive Devices
IEC 60417-6222
Information generell / Information general
2012/19/EU
Dieses Produkt fällt unter die B2B Kategorie. Zur Entsorgung muss es an den
Hersteller übergeben werden.
This product is handled as a B2B category product. In order to secure a WEEE
compliant waste disposal it has to be returned to the manufacturer.
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The manuals for a product are included in the scope of delivery of the device on a USB stick. The manuals can
also be obtained via the Internet. Enter www.meinbergglobal.com into your browser, then enter the correspond-
ing device name in the search field at the top.
This manual contains important safety instructions for the installation and operation of the
device. Please read this manual completely before using the unit.
This device may only be used for the purpose described in this manual. In particular, the given
limits of the device must be observed. The safety of the installation in which the unit is
integrated is the responsibility of the installer!
Non-observance of these instructions can lead to a reduction in the safety of this device!
Please keep this manual in a safe place.
This manual is intended exclusively for electricians or persons trained by an electrician who are familiar with
the applicable national standards and safety rules. Installation, commissioning and operation of this device may
only be carried out by qualified personnel.
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4 Important Safety Information
4.3 Security during Installation
WARNING!
Preparing for Commissioning
This built-in unit, has been designed and examined according to the requirements of the standard
IEC 62368-1 "Audio/video, information and communication technology equipment - Part 1:
Safety requirements".
When the built-in unit is used in a terminal (e.g., housing cabinet), additional requirements
according to Standard IEC 62368-1 must be observed and complied with. In particular, the general
requirements and the safety of electrical equipment (such as IEC, VDE, DIN, ANSI) as well as the
applicable national standards are to be observed.
The device has been developed for use in the industrial sector as well as in residential areas and
can only be used in such environments. For environments with higher levels of soiling, additional
measures, e.g. Installation in an air-conditioned control cabinet required.
Transport, Unpacking, Installation
If the unit is brought into the operating room from a cold environment, condensation may occur,
wait until the unit is temperature-controlled and absolutely dry before operating it.
When unpacking, setting up, and before operating the equipment, be sure to read the information on
the hardware installation and the specifications of the equipment. These include, for example,
dimensions, electrical characteristics, and necessary ambient and climatic conditions, etc.
The fire protection must be ensured in the installed state.
For mounting, the housing must not be damaged. No holes may be drilled in the housing.
For safety reasons, the device with the highest mass should be installed in the lowest position of
the rack. Other devices must be placed from the bottom to the top.
The device must be protected against mechanical stress such as vibration or shock.
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Connecting Data Cables
During a thunderstorm, data transmission lines must not be connected or disconnected (risk of
lightning).
When wiring the devices, the cables must be connected or disconnected in the order of the
arrangement described in the user documentation accompanying the device. Always attach all cables
to the plug during connection and removal. Never pull the cable itself. Pulling the cable can cause
the cables to disconnect from the plug.
Install the cables in way that they do not constitute a hazard (danger of tripping) and are not
damaged, i.e. kinked.
Connecting Power Supply
This equipment is operated at a hazardous voltage. Non-observance of the safety instructions in this
manual may result in serious personal injury or property damage.
Before connecting to the power supply, a grounding cable must be connected to the earth connection
of the device.
Before operation, check that all cables and lines work properly and are undamaged. Pay particular
attention to the facts that the cables do not have kinks or that they are not too short around corners,
and no objects are placed on the cables. Also make sure that all connections are secure.
Faulty shielding or cabling will endanger your health (electrical shock) and may destroy other
equipment.
Ensure that all necessary safety precautions have been taken. Make all connections to a unit before
turning on the power. Observe the safety instructions on the device (see safety symbols).
The metal housing of the device is grounded. It must be ensured that enough air and creepage
distances to neighboring voltage-carrying parts are provided during assembly in the control cabinet
and no short circuits are caused.
In the case of malfunctions or servicing (e.g. in the event of a damaged housing or power cable or
when fluids or foreign objects enter), the current flow can be interrupted. Questions about the
house installation, need to be clarified with your house administration.
The power supply should be connected with a short, low-inductance line.
DC Power Supply
Outside the assembly group the device must be disconnectable from the power supply in accordance with
the provisions of IEC 62368-1 (e.g. by the primary line protection).
Installation and disassembly of the power supply plug is only permitted if the assembly group is switched
off (e.g. by the primary line protection).
The supply lines must be adequately secured and dimensioned.
Connection Cross Section: 1 mm2– 2.5 mm217 AWG – 13 AWG
The device must be supplied with a suitable disconnector (switch). The separation device must be easily
accessible, placed near the device and marked as a separation device for the unit.
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4 Important Safety Information
4.4 Protective Conductor- / Ground-Terminal
ATTENTION!
In order to ensure safe operation and to meet the requirements of IEC 62368-1, the device
must be correctly connected to the protective earth conductor via the protective earth
connection terminal.
If an external earth connection is provided on the housing, it must be connected to the
equipotential bonding rail (grounding rail). The mounting parts (without cable) are not included
in the scope of delivery.
Note:
Please use a grounding cable ≥1.5 mm2
Always pay attention to a correct crimp connection!
4.5 Safety during Operation
WARNING!
Avoiding Short-Circuits
Make sure not to get any objects or liquids inside the unit. Electric shock or short circuit
could result.
Ventilation Slots
Make sure that the ventilation slots are not covered or dusty, as there is a danger of overheating
during operation. Disturbances during operation can result.
Normal Operation
The normal operation and the observance of the EMC limits (electromagnetic compatibility) are only
ensured if the housing cover is properly installed and when the doors are closed (cooling, fire protection,
shielding against electrical, magnetic and electromagnetic fields).
Switch off in fault / service case
By switching off, the devices are not disconnected from the power supply. In the event of a fault or
service case, the devices must be immediately disconnected from all power supplies.
Follow the steps below:
- Switch off the device
- Disconnect all power plugs
- Inform the service
- Devices that are connected via one or more uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) remain operational
even when the UPS power cord is disconnected. Therefore, you must put the UPS out of operation
according to the documentation of the corresponding user documentation.
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4.6 Safety during Maintenance
WARNING!
When you are expanding the device, use only device parts that are approved for the system.
Non-observance may result in injury to the EMC or safety standards and cause malfunction
of the device.
If device parts, which are released for the system, are extended or removed there may be a
risk of injury in the area of the hands, due to the pull-out forces (approx. 60 N).
The service informs you which device parts may be installed.
The device must not be opened, repairs to the device may only be carried out by the
manufacturer or by authorized personnel. Improper repairs can result in considerable
danger to the user (electric shock, fire hazard).
Unauthorized opening of the device or of individual parts of the device can also lead to
considerable risks for the user and result in a loss of warranty as well as an exclusion
of liability.
- Danger due to moving parts - keep away from moving parts.
- Device parts can become very hot during operation. Do not touch these surfaces!
If necessary, switch off the unit before installing or removing any equipment,
and allow it to cool down.
4.7 Handling Batteries
CAUTION!
The lithium battery on the receiver modules has a service life of at least 10 years.
If an exchange is necessary, the following notes must be observed:
The device is equipped with a lithium battery. The battery must not be short-circuited
or recharged. Replacement of the lithium battery may only be carried out by the manufacturer
or authorized personnel.
Risk of explosion if the battery is not replaced correctly. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
When disposing used batteries, observe the local regulations for the disposal of
hazardous waste.
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4 Important Safety Information
4.8 Cleaning and Care
ATTENTION!
Do not wet clean the appliance! Penetrating water can cause considerable dangers to
the user (e.g., electric shock).
Liquid can destroy the electronics of the device! Liquid penetrates into the housing
of the device and can cause a short circuit of the electronics.
Only clean with a soft, dry cloth. Never use solvents or cleaners.
4.9 Prevention of ESD Damage
ATTENTION!
The designation ESD (Electrostatic Sensitive Devices) refers to measures which are used
to protect electrostatically endangered components from electrostatic discharge and thus
to prevent destruction. Systems and assemblies with electrostatically endangered components
usually have the following characteristics:
Indicator for assemblies with electrostatic endangered components
The following measures protect electrostatically endangered components from destruction:
Prepare removal and installation of assemblies
Unload yourself (for example, by touching a grounded object) before touching assemblies.
Ensure that you wear a grounding strap on the wrist when working with such assemblies, which
you attach to an unpainted, non-conductive metal part of the system.
Use only tools and devices that are free from static electricity.
Transporting Assemblies
Assemblies may only be touched at the edge. Do not touch any pins or conductors on assemblies.
Installing and Removing Assemblies
Do not touch persons who are not grounded while removing or installing components. This could
result in a loss of grounding protection from your electrostatic discharge.
Storing Assemblies
Always keep assemblies in ESD protective covers. These protective covers must be undamaged.
ESD protective covers, which are extremely wrinkled or even have holes, no longer protect against
electrostatic discharge.
ESD protective covers must not be low-resistance and metallically conductive if a lithium battery
is installed on the assembly.
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4.10 Return of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
ATTENTION!
WEEE Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment 2012/19 / EU
(WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
Separate Collection
Product Category: According to the device types listed in the WEEE Directive, Appendix 1,
this product is classified as an IT and communication device.
This product meets the labeling requirements of the WEEE Directive. The product symbol on
the left indicates that this electronic product must not be disposed of in domestic waste.
Return and Collection Systems
For returning your old equipment, please use the country-specific return and collection systems
available to you or contact Meinberg.
The withdrawal may be refused in the case of waste equipment which presents a risk to
human health or safety due to contamination during use.
Return of used Batteries
Batteries marked with one of the following symbols may not be disposed of together with the
household waste according to the EU Directive.
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5 microSync - Connectors
5 microSync - Connectors
134 5
6 9
7 8
2
10 11
COM 0
LAN 0 LAN 2
LAN 1 LAN 3
F-Synth Out TC AM Out PP 1 Out PP 2 Out
PP 7 PP 8
Fiber Optic Out X1X2
1
9
8
16
1
9
8
16
HR Antenna
GNSS | IF | 15 V
Fail
R
CPU REC
T
N
A
Ant
Nav
Init
1
Status
PP
2
3
4
5
Status
PP
6
7
8
5.1 GPS Antenna
Cable: shielded coax
Cablelength: max. 300m to RG58,
max. 700m to RG213
Connector: BNC female or N-type female
Input GPS: Antenna circuit
1000 V DC insulated
Local Oscillator
to Converter Frequency: 10 MHz 1
First IF Frequency: 35.42 MHz 1
1) these frequencys are transfered via the antenna cable.
Antenna
GNSS | IF | 15 V
WARNING!
Working on the antenna system during thunderstorms
Danger to life due to electrical shock!
- Do not carry out any work on the antenna system or the antenna cable
if there is a risk of a lightning strike.
- Do not carry out any work on the antenna system if the safety distance
to free lines and sequential circuits is exceeded.
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5.2 Programmable pulse output
Signal output Programmable pulses
Signal level: TTL, 2.5 V into 50 Ohm
Connector: BNC, female
Cable: shielded coax line
Pulse outputs: Pulse Per Second
Cyclic Pulse
Single Shot
Timer
Idle
All Sync
Time Sync
Position OK
DCF77 Marks
Pulse Per Hour
Pulse Per Min
DCLS Time Code
Serial Time String
Synthesizer Frequency
PTTI 1PPS
PP 1 Out PP 2 Out
5.3 Time Code AM (modulated) Output
Signal outputs: Unbalanced sine wave-signal
Signal level: 3 Vpp /1Vpp (MARK/SPACE)
into 50 Ohm
Carrier frequency: 1kHz (IRIG-B)
Connection type: BNC female
Cable: shielded coax line
TC AM Out
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5.4 Frequency synthesizer output
Output signal unbalanced sinusoidal signal
Frequency output: 0,1Hz - 10MHz
Output voltage: 1.5 Veff
Output impedance 200 Ω
Connection type: BNC, female
Cable: shielded coax line
F. Synth Out
5.5 RS-232 COMx Timestring
Data transfer: serial
Baudrate/framing: 19200 / 8N1 (default)
Time-string: Meinberg Standard (default)
Assignment:
Pin 2: RxD (receive)
Pin 3: TxD (transmit)
Pin 5: GND (ground)
Connector: 9pin D-SUB male
Cable: data cable (shielded)
PC connector 1:1
COM 0
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5.6 Status Indicators
CPU:
—————————————————————————–
R(Receiver)
green: the reference clock (e.g. build-in GPS180)
provides a valid time
red: the reference clock does not provide
a valid time
T(Time Service)
green: NTP is synchronized to the
reference clock, e.g. GPS180
red: NTP is not synchronized or
switched to the "local clock"
N(Network)
green: all monitored network interfaces
are connected ("Link up")
red: at least one of the monitored
network interfaces is faulty
A(Alarm)
off: no error
red: general error
—————————————————————————–
REC:
—————————————————————————–
Fail
red: no synchronization
Ant
red: no synchronization resp. no antenna
connected or short circuit on the antenna line
green: antenna connected and clock is synchronized
Nav
green: positioning complete
Init
blue: initialisation phase
green: "warmed up" - oscillator is adjusted
—————————————————————————–
Fail
Ant
Nav
Init
R
T
N
A
CPU REC
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5.7 USB Interface
Signal Signal Type Connector
—————————————————————————–
USB Terminal USB-to- Micro-USB Type B
serial console
USB Host USB connecor USB Type A
management CPU
5.8 LAN Network Interfaces
Gigabit Ethernet (GbE), 100/1000 MBit - SFP
LAN 0, 1: Management / NTP
10/100/1000Mbit RJ45 or 1000FX
LAN 2, 3: Management / NTP
10/100/1000Mbit RJ45 or 1000FX
PTP capable
LAN 0 LAN 2
LAN 1 LAN 3
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