SNS Analog Clocks User Manual
Page ii SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Notices © Copyright 2008, Primex Wireless; all rights reserved. Trademarks Contact Primex Wireless Web: http://www.primexwireless.com/ Email: support@primexwireless.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page iii Contents Introduction .............................................................................................................................................1 Precautions and regulatory compliance statements ....................................................................................2 Equipment precautions ..............................................................................................................................................
Introduction Primex Wireless’s SNS analog clocks are equipped with both an 802.11 b/g and Ethernet port interface. The clocks are able to connect in an existing wireless LAN (WLAN), supporting a wide variety of security protocols. Once the SNS clocks are configured using the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool, settings can be altered using Primex’s Applications Management Platform (AMP). SNS analog clocks will connect to the WLAN or Ethernet only at the times configured with AMP or the Configuration Tool.
Page 2 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Precautions and regulatory compliance statements Equipment precautions • To avoid possible electric shock and damage to an SNS analog clock, make sure that it is unplugged when working on it. • SNS analog clocks are cleanable with a cloth moistened with water or a common disinfectant. Caution Be sure to test any cleaning solutions on a small area of the clock before using it on the entire clock.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 3 SNS analog clocks Primex Wireless’s SNS analog clocks are equipped with both an 802.11 b/g and Ethernet port interface. The clocks are able to connect in an existing wireless LAN (WLAN), supporting a wide variety of security protocols. Once the SNS clocks are configured using the Primex Configuration Tool, settings can be altered using Primex’s Applications Management Platform (AMP).
Page 4 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Traditional series With simple dials and durable polycarbonate frames and lenses, these clocks are designed for easy viewing. The patent-pending Clock Lock™ feature prevents employees from removing clocks from walls, and high-impact polycarbonate frame and shatterproof lens provide added safety. Dual-sided clocks are well-suited for hallway use. A variety of styles, colors and sizes lets you coordinate with your facility’s décor.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 5 Configure an SNS analog clock Follow these steps to configure an SNS analog clock. 1. In order to configure an SNS analog clock, you must connect directly the SNS clock to the computer with a network cable. If you’re using a laptop computer or a desktop computer with a wireless network card, you must disable the wireless network card in order to facilitate communication with the SNS analog clock.
Page 6 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual E. Choose the Use the following IP address option button. F. Enter 192.168.1.100 in the IP address field. G. Enter 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field. H. Click the OK button to accept the changes you’ve made, close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box and return to the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box. I.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 7 4. If the clock you’re configuring is battery powered, remove the batteries. If the clock you’re configuring is AC-powered, unplug the clock. 5. If the clock you’re configuring is battery powered, insert the batteries in the clock while holding down the button on the back of the clock. Release the button after completing battery installation. After approximately two seconds, the clock beeps once to indicate that it’s ready to configure. 6.
Page 8 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual 8. Windows displays a Primex Wireless Configuration Tool window similar to the one shown here. 9. Click the Connect button on the toolbar or choose the Actions Connect menu item to establish a connection to the clock. The clock should report its Media Access Control (MAC) Address and hardware/clock/radio version numbers and those settings will be displayed in the upper left corner of the Configuration tab.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 9 10. Click the Read Configuration from Clock toolbar button or choose the Actions Read Configuration menu item. The status bar at the bottom of the window displays a Configuration read from device! message and the fields on the Configuration tab are updated with the configuration values read from the clock. Note SNS analog clocks have a password that prevents their configuration settings from being read unless the clock is first logged into.
Page 10 Setting name SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Required Valid values You may enter the IP Address for up to three NTP servers. The clock attempts to connect to all configured NTP servers when synchronizing time and uses the first NTP server to respond. NTP Servers Note IP address (1-3) Y, for each NTP Server Daily Sync Times Daily Sync Times (1-6) At least 1 Wired Network Setting If no NTP Server IP addresses are entered, the clock will not be able to synchronize time.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Setting name Required Wireless Network Settings Page 11 Valid values You have the option to enter information for up to three wireless network settings. The clock attempts to connect to all configured network settings when synchronizing time and uses the first network setting to respond. Note If no network settings are entered, the clock will not be able to connect to the network to synchronize time or report its condition.
Page 12 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Install an SNS analog clock The backs of most SNS analog clocks feature two specially designed Clock-Lock hangers spaced at precise distances, one on the top, and the other on the bottom. The Clock-Lock feature prevents accidental removal if the clock is bumped and it may reduce theft by requiring a particular combination of moves to remove the clock. All SNS analog clocks come with two #6 x 1-1/4” mounting screws and wall anchors.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 13 Install a SNS4Z164 or SNS7A330 dual-sided clock Follow these steps to install a SNS4Z164 or SNS7A330 dual-sided clock: Notes SNS4Z164 or SNS7A330 dual-sided clocks come with self-tapping screw anchors (for drywall installation) and mounting screws. Complete the Configure an SNS analog clock and Install batteries in an SNS analog clock procedures before mounting an SNS4Z164 or SNS7A330 dual-sided clock. 1.
Page 14 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Install a SNS4Z227dual-sided clock Follow these steps to install a SNS4Z227 dual-sided clock: Note SNS4Z227 dual-sided clocks come with self-tapping screw anchors (for drywall installation) and mounting screws. 1. The supplied hardware pack contains a mounting plate, four long screws, and four wall anchors. Secure the mounting plate to the wall or ceiling with the four long screws, paying attention to the “up” arrow, at the location you will be hanging the clock. 2.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 15 Install batteries in an SNS analog clock Note The battery life of SNS analog clocks is up to seven years with Primex Wireless #SNS887 lithium DDcell batteries or up to four years with high-quality alkaline D-cell batteries. Therefore, it is important that fresh, superior-quality batteries, with an expiration date that exceeds five years past the installation date, be used for the clock.
Page 16 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Remove an Clock Lock-mounted SNS analog clock Follow these illustrated steps to remove an SNS analog clock SNS analog clocks Remove an Clock Lock-mounted SNS analog clock
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 17 Configuration tool procedures Remove an Clock Lock-mounted SNS analog clock Configuration tool procedures
Page 18 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Set the password for a clock Each clock contains a password which must be used to login to the clock before any of the configuration settings can be read from the clock. The password used by the Configuration Tool is stored in the tool’s Preferences settings and can be changed by using the Edit Preferences command (see the Preferences section of this manual).
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 19 Disconnect an SNS analog clock To disconnect a clock from the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool, the following steps should be performed: 1. Click on either the Disconnect toolbar button or the Actions > Disconnect menu command, both of which should be enabled once a connection to the clock has been established. 2. The status bar at the bottom of the window should display a “Disconnected” message. 3.
Page 20 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Upgrade the firmware for an SNS analog clock The Primex Wireless Configuration Tool can be used to download new firmware to an SNS analog clock if the proper firmware files are available. SNS Firmware files typically have a .rom extension, and you should only attempt to upgrade an SNS analog clock with an authorized Primex Wireless firmware file or you risk rendering your clock completely inoperable.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 21 Configuration Templates Save a configuration template file A significant portion of the information you configure your SNS Clocks with will be they same for all or a significant number of your clocks since they will be accessing your same network or Virtual LAN. To facilitate this, once you have entered the information for one of your clocks in the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool you can save that information in a template file for reuse at a later time.
Page 22 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Ping a clock The Primex Wireless Configuration Tool provides the ability to ‘ping’ the clocks it is connected to. To do so, select the Ping Device command from the toolbar or the Communications Log context menu.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 23 Display network information You can also display the network settings in use by your laptop or PC while connected to the clock by selecting the Show Network Info command from the toolbar or the Communications Log context menu. This can be helpful in making sure the clock is allocating your machine a valid IP Address when it is connected directly to the device.
Page 24 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Communication log procedures While active, the Configuration Tool keeps a log of all the communication sent and received between itself and the devices it establishes a connection with. The log is cleared each time you exit the application and a fresh log is started each time the application is started. You can view the current log at any time by clicking the Communication Log tab.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 25 Time zone information Time Zone options and the Daylight Saving Time (DST) transition dates for each time zone are kept in a data file which is part of the installation of the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool. The Time Zone tab can be used view what time zones are available and what DST transition dates stored for each time zone, if any.
Page 26 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Set preferences The Configuration Tool allows you to adjust several settings which affect how the application behaves for your installation of the application. These settings can be altered and the changes written to disk so your preferred behavior for the application will be remembered the next time you use the Configuration Tool.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 27 Log label color Log pass color Log rcvd color Log sent color Log title color Log word wrap Response timeout mSec Upgrade port When performing a firmware update on a clock, the device pulls the information from the Configuration Tool. This setting specifies what port the device should attempt to connect to the Configuration Tool application on in order to pull the firmware upgrade file down.
Page 28 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Troubleshoot Problem: You receive a File not Found error on startup. Solution: The Time Zone and Daylight Saving Time Transition Date data is kept in an XML data file which must be located in the same directory as the Configuration Tool executable. This is done at installation time, but if you copy just the ‘.exe’ file to another folder and try to run the file from there you may get this error message.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 29 Appendix – Install/remove Configuration tool software This appendix describes the minimum system requirements for the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool software and how to install it.
Page 30 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Minimum system requirements • Operating System Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 2003, Windows Vista • Supporting Software Microsoft .NET Framework version 2.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 31 Install Configuration Tool software Follow these steps to install the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool software: 1. Insert the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool software CD. Windows automatically launches the setup wizard and displays a Welcome to the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool Setup Wizard dialog box similar to the one shown here. Note If Windows does not automatically launch the setup wizard, browse to your CD drive and double-click setup.
Page 32 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual 4. If you’d prefer to install the configuration tool to a different location, click the Browse button. The wizard displays a Browse for Folder dialog box similar to the one shown here. Use the Browse for Folder dialog box to choose a new location in which to install the configuration tool. Click the OK button when you’ve chosen your preferred location to accept your changes and return to the Select Installation Folder dialog box. 5.
SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 33 Uninstall Configuration Tool software Follow these steps to uninstall the Configuration Tool software: 8. Choose Start Settings Control Panel Add or Remove Programs. Windows displays an Add or Remove Programs dialog box similar to the one shown here. Scroll down the Currently installed programs list and select Primex Wireless Configuration Tool. Click the Remove button. 9.
Page 34 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Index Index Uninstall Configuration Tool software
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