Meinberg SyncBox N2X User manual

MANUAL
SyncBox N2X
17th September 2019
Meinberg Funkuhren GmbH & Co. KG

Front view (Frontansicht) SyncBox N2X
3 121
6 7
5
ENGLISH
1. Wall Mount Brackets
2. LED Indicators
3. Signal In / Remote / (Option: PoE) - RJ45 connector
4. Out 1 - Out 3:
IRIG AM, Freq.Synth.sine,PPOs
via BNC female, FO ST or 2pin DFK connector
5. ACO - Access Control Override - Access without Protection
7. COM 0 serial port, 9pin. D-SUB
8. Protective Earth
6. Power Supply: 20-60 V DC
DEUTSCH
1. Winkel für Wandmontage
2. LED Statusanzeigen
3. Signaleingang / Remote / (Option: PoE) Anschluss über RJ45
4. Out 1 - Out 3:
IRIG AM, Freq.Synth.sine, PPOs über
BNC Buchse, FO ST oder 2pol. DFK Buchsen
5. ACO - Access Control Override - Zugriff ohne Passwortschutz
6. Netzteil: 20-60 V DC
COM 0 serieller Anschluss, 9pol. D-SUB
8. Schutzleiter
7.
4
Out 1 Out 2 Out 3
Out 1 Out 2
Out 1 Out 2 Out 3
Optional Outputs
8
ACO
Out 1 Out 2 Out 3
COM 0
+
48 V
UN
Umax
IN
20 60 V
0.22 A

Table of Contents
1 Imprint 1
2 General Details 2
3 Safety Hints 3
3.1 Important Safety Instructions and Protective Measures ......................... 3
3.2 Used Symbols ................................................. 4
3.3 Security during Installation ......................................... 6
3.4 Protective Conductor- / Ground-Terminal ................................. 9
3.5 Safety during Operation ........................................... 9
3.6 Safety during Maintenance ......................................... 10
3.7 Handling Batteries .............................................. 10
3.8 Antenna Mounting .............................................. 11
3.9 Cleaning and Care .............................................. 11
3.10 Prevention of ESD Damage ......................................... 12
3.11 Return of Electrical and Electronic Equipment .............................. 13
4 Quick Start Guide for Initial Operation 14
5 The System SyncBox 17
6 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) / IEEE1588 18
6.1 Functionality in Slave Systems ....................................... 19
6.2 PTPv2 IEEE 1588-2008 Configuration Guide .............................. 20
6.2.1 General Options ........................................... 20
6.2.2 Network Layer 2 or Layer 3 .................................... 20
6.2.3 End-To-End (E2E) or Peer-To-Peer (P2P) Delay Measurements .............. 21
6.2.4 (P)DELAY_REQUEST Messages ................................. 22
7 Introduction: Abstract of Time Code 23
7.1 Description of IRIG-Codes ......................................... 23
7.2 IRIG Standard Format ............................................ 24
7.3 AFNOR Standard Format .......................................... 25
7.4 Generated Time Codes ............................................ 26
8 Time Strings 27
8.1 Format of the Meinberg Standard Time String .............................. 27
8.2 Format of the Meinberg GPS Time String ................................ 28
8.3 Format of the Meinberg Capture String .................................. 29
8.4 Format of the SAT Time String ....................................... 30
8.5 Format of the Uni Erlangen String (NTP) ................................ 31
8.6 Format of the NMEA 0183 String (RMC) ................................. 33
8.7 Format of the NMEA 0183 String (GGA) ................................. 34
8.8 Format of the NMEA 0183 String (ZDA) ................................. 35
8.9 Format of the ABB SPA Time String ................................... 36
8.10 Format of the Computime Time String ................................... 37
8.11 Format of the RACAL standard Time String ............................... 38
8.12 Format of the SYSPLEX-1 Time String .................................. 39
8.13 Format of the ION Time String ....................................... 40
8.14 Format of the IRIG J Time String ...................................... 41
9 Pulses 42
9.1 Pulse Outputs ................................................. 42
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10 Attachment: Technical Information 44
10.1 Technical Specifications SYNCBOX N2X ................................. 44
10.2 SYNCBOX N2X Connectors ........................................ 45
10.3 Power connect ................................................. 45
10.4 RS232 COMx Timestring / Configuration ................................. 46
10.5 Programmable pulse Output ........................................ 46
10.6 Status LEDs .................................................. 47
10.7 10/100base-T Ethernet (IEEE 803.2) / Configuration .......................... 47
10.8 SyncBox N2X - optional outputs ...................................... 48
10.8.1 Fiber optic - Programmable pulse Output ............................ 48
10.8.2 Programmable pulse Output .................................... 48
10.8.3 PMO6 ................................................. 49
11 Declaration of Conformity 50
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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: 2019-02-21
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2 General Details
This manual contains important information for the installation and operation of this device as well as for your
safety. Make sure to read carefully before installing and commissioning the device.
Certain operating conditions may require the observance of additional safety regulations not covered by this
manual. Nonobservance of this manual will lead to a significant abatement of the security provided by this
device. Security of the facility where this product is integrated lies in the responsibility of the installer. The
device must be used only for purpose named in this manual, any other use especially opteration above the limits
specified in this document is considered as improper use.
Keep all documents provided with the device for later reference.
Target Audience
This manual aims to qualified personnel only. Qualified personnel are those persons who are authorized to
install, commission and operated electrical systems and circuits in accordance with the respective national laws
and safety regulations.
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3 Safety Hints
3 Safety Hints
3.1 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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3.2 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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3 Safety Hints
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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3.3 Security during Installation
WARNING!
Preparing for Commissioning
This built-in unit, has been designed and examined according to the requirements of the standard
IEC 60950-1 „Information Technology Equipment - Safety".
When the built-in unit is used in a terminal (e.g., housing cabinet), additional requirements
according to Standard IEC 60950-1 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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3 Safety Hints
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.
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AC Power Supply
DC Power Supply
•The device is a device of protection
class 1 and may only be connected to a
grounded outlet (TN system).
•For safe operation, the device must be
protected by an installation fuse of max.
16 A and equipped with a residual current
circuit breaker in accordance with the
applicable national standards.
•The unit must always be disconnected from
the mains and not from the appliance.
•Devices with mains plugs are equipped
with a safety-tested mains cable of the
country of use and may only be connected
to a grounded shockproof socket, otherwise
electric shock may occur.
•Make sure that the mains socket on the
appliance or the mains socket of the house
installation is freely accessible to the user
so that the mains cable can be pulled out
of the socket in case of emergency.
•Outside the assembly group the device must be
disconnectable from the power supply in
accordance with the provisions of IEC 60950-1
(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 mm2
17 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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3 Safety Hints
3.4 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!
3.5 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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3.6 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.
3.7 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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3 Safety Hints
3.8 Antenna Mounting
WARNING!
No antenna mounting without effective fall protection.
Risk of death by falling!
- Make sure you that have an effective occupational safety during antenna installation!
- Never work without effective fall protection!
WARNING!
Working on the antenna system during thunderstorms.
Danger to life due to electric shock!
- Do not carry out any work on the antenna system or the antenna cable if there is a risk
of lightning strikes.
- Do not carry out any work on the antenna system if the safety distance to overhead lines
is not guaranteed.
3.9 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.
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3.10 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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3 Safety Hints
3.11 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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4 Quick Start Guide for Initial Operation
After the SyncBox / N2X was connected to the power supply and the network, it can be configured and moni-
tored by using "Meinberg Device Manager" software.
The Meinberg Device Manager program can be downloaded here:
Windows: https://www.meinbergglobal.com/download/utils/windows/mbgdevman_setup.exe
Linux: https://www.meinbergglobal.com/download/utils/linux/mbgdevman.tar.gz
Configuration via the Network with the MEINBERG DEVICE MANAGER
After the start of "mbgdevman" all connected modules are displayed in a tree-structured list and can be
selected by clicking on them. The list also displays basic information about them, such as the serial number,
hostname, firmware version, type of connection (network, serial) and connection parameters (e.g. IP and MAC
address).
If the module/assembly group is not displayed it can be manually connected via the menu button "Add De-
vice." In addition, a new password can be set here.
In the menu area (see 1 figure) the menu button "Configure Device." is located. All important configurations of
the connected module/system can be made here. You can reach all important status menus by using the "Show
Device Status" menu button.
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4 Quick Start Guide for Initial Operation
The N2X supports the following menus and possibilities of configuration and status monitoring.
Configuration
System Saving of current configuration
Reference Source Selection of reference sources (NTP or PTP)
Clock Configuration of system time
Serial connectors Configuration of serial parameter (Baud Rate, Framing,...)
Network Configuration of network parameter (IP, DHCP, virtual Interface,...)
NTP Configuration of NTP parameter (Ext. Server, Hostname, Polling,...)
PTP Configuration of PTP parameter (Role, PTP Modus, Profile, Protocol, ...)
Outputs Configuration of provided outputs (IRIG Codes, IRIG Timescale,
Synth. Freq,...)
Time Zone Configuration of time zone (UTC, CET/CEST, Daylight Saving,...)
All parameters can be configured as follows. With a right-hand click on the module/the assembly a dialogue
window will be opened. Select "Configure Device" here. Now you are in the configuration menu of the mod-
ule/assembly group.
To configure the network parameters, select "Network"
in the Drop Down menu. By default, the DHCP service
is enabled so an IP address is automatically assigned.
If no DHCP server could be found or no IP address has been assigned via DHCP by any other reason, a
fallback IP address 169.254.xxx.yyy will be set automatically (Zeroconf 1).
Depending on whether the N2X should synchronize via PTP or NTP, further parameters need to be con-
figured for this purpose.
1Zeroconf: If a computer configures a link local IP address, it selects an IP address between 169.254.1.0 and 169.254.254.255 by using a
random number generator.
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