Related Manuals for Symmetricom ATS-6511C
Summarization of Contents
General Information
Introduction
Provides an overview of the ATS-6511 signal distribution system, its references, and applications.
Ordering Information
Details the different ATS-6511 models (A, B, C) and available options for power and functionality.
Installation
Powering on the ATS-6511
Instructions for applying power to the ATS-6511 and the initial front panel self-test sequence.
Communicating with the ATS-6511
Guides on establishing communication via LAN or USB, including DHCP and static IP configurations.
Firewall Settings
Details on configuring the system's IP firewall, including default policy and disabling.
USB Ports
Describes the functionality of USB ports for command access and external reference communication.
ATS-6511 Installation
Provides guidance on physically installing the ATS-6511 unit into a standard 19-inch rack.
ATS-6511 Modules
Overview of the different modules available for the ATS-6511 chassis, including power supplies and output cards.
4394A (PPS/DC IRIG) Output Card
Details on the 4394A card, its default configuration, and programming for PPS and DC IRIG outputs.
4395A-10 / 4395B-10 (10MHz) Output Card
Information on the 4395A-10/4395B-10 module, used for 10MHz outputs, and how to verify its status.
4395A-5 / 4395B-5 (5MHz) Output Card
Details on the 4395A-5/4395B-5 module for 5MHz outputs and status verification.
4395A-1 / 4395B-1 (1MHz) Output Card
Information on the 4395A-1/4395B-1 module for 1MHz outputs and how to check its status.
4387A (Modulated IRIG/NASA36) Output Card
Describes the 4387A module for AM IRIG and NASA36 outputs, including configuration commands.
4399A (L-Band BPSK module) Output Card
Details the 4399A module for L-Band BPSK output, its serial interface, and file transfer commands.
Fiber Optic Input Behavior
Explains how the ATS-6511 handles fiber optic inputs, including auto-switching and holdover modes.
Fiber Modes/Calibration
Covers different fiber operating modes (legacy, two-way, two-way disabled) and calibration methods.
Setting the System On Time Point (OTP)
Guides on setting the On-Time Point (OTP) to ensure accurate timing signals reach the user.
Using an External Frequency Reference (ATS-6511B or C)
Details on connecting and utilizing an external frequency reference for improved timing performance.
System Configuration Files (Syscfg)
Explains how to use syscfg to document and monitor system settings, alerting to mismatches.
Operations
Front Panel
Describes the front panel indicators and buttons for monitoring system status and operation.
Rear Panel
Details the hardware interfaces and connectors located on the rear panel of the ATS-6511.
Software
Covers current software version, software updates via flash card or remote methods.
User Interfaces
Explains the available user interfaces for system control and monitoring, including Telnet and ports.
Maintenance
Internal Inspection
Procedure for performing an internal inspection to ensure components are free of dust and particles.
Fiber Cable Inspection
Guidelines for inspecting fiber cables for damage, bends, or shielding issues to prevent failures.
Fan Filter
Instructions on how to clean the fan filter to maintain proper cooling and prevent overheating.
Troubleshooting
Front Panel Indications
Describes how to use front panel indicators (LEDs, clock) to assess system status and operation.
Alarm Light
Explains the conditions that trigger the red Alarm LED, indicating hardware failure or out-of-spec timing.
Power Supplies
Troubleshooting power supply issues, identifying problems indicated by red status lights.
Fiber Inputs
Describes fiber input status indications (steady green, flashing red) and their meanings.
Outputs Enabled
Explains the Outputs Enabled indicator and how to identify failed output modules.
Internal Clock
Troubleshooting internal clock issues using status health:clock_wander and status reference commands.
Over Temperature and Fans
Addresses over-temperature alarms and fan status checks using system commands.
PPS Outputs
Details PPS output configuration on the 4394A card and how to verify settings.
IRIG Outputs
Explains IRIG output configuration for 4394A and 4387A cards and how to verify settings.
NASA36 Outputs
Describes NASA36 output configuration on the 4387A card and how to verify settings.
Configuration Not Readable
Troubleshooting I2C bus communication errors between modules and power supplies.
Communication Problems
Addresses common communication errors related to LAN, Console Port, and External Reference Adapter.
Syslog Command
Explains how to list system error messages and retrieve log information using the syslog command.
Troubleshooting Summary
Provides a summary table of active alarms and corresponding steps to resolve issues.
Appendix D. Detailed Command Information
Alarm
Displays the current alarm state, equivalent to the status alarm command.
Clear Alarms
Clears all instrument alarms and resets alarm occurrence counters.
Config
Shows unit configuration variables set at the factory and stored on hardware.
Delete
Deletes specified configuration files from the system for cleanup purposes.
Query
Lists all current system configuration files saved by the user.
Diag
Adjusts diagnostic logging levels for system modules (error, info, debug).
Diag_port
Switches the command port connection to the diagnostic port (1800).
Diff
Shows unsaved changes between current and last saved system settings.
Distribution Delay (dist_delay)
Sets the actual propagation delay for accurate timing outputs at the system's on-time point.
Fiber Delay
Determines and sets fiber path delays for accurate 1 PPS timing in legacy/two_way_disabled modes.
Fiber Delay Difference (fiber_delay_diff)
Sets the difference between transmit/receive fiber paths for two-way mode.
Fiber Mode
Sets the fiber input mode (legacy, two_way, two_way_disabled) for phase steering.
Fiber Switching
Sets the fiber input switching policy (auto/manual) and valid time parameters.
Front Panel Button
Disables or configures the front panel DISPLAY button functionality.
Help
Displays command lists or details on specified commands with shortcuts.
Irig
Selects IRIG output types for 4387A and 4394A cards, specifying signal formats and timecodes.
Jam_sync
Synchronizes the system 1 PPS to the reference input (GPS or fiber).
List
Lists available user settings files for loading system configurations.
Load
Restores system configuration settings from saved files.
Maintenance_mode
Enables maintenance mode to manage downstream units on the same fiber.
Nasa36
Selects NASA36 output type for the 4387A module, configuring signal formats and timecodes.
Network
Shows network interface configuration variables that are settable by the user.
Network Configuration
Adjusts networking settings like IP, mask, gateway, and mode (DHCP/static).
PPS
Selects PPS output type and configures pulse rates and widths for the 4394A module.
Prompt
Modifies or disables the command port prompt for distinguishing systems.
Ptdavg
Sets the PTD averaging interval for pulse measurement data displayed on port 2100.
PTDavg_port
Switches the command port connection to the averaged PTD port (2100).
Ptdraw_port
Switches the command port connection to the raw PTD port (2101).
Quit
Terminates the current command port connection.
Reboot
Restarts the ATS-6511 application, with options for warm or cold reboot.
Reference (6511B/C)
Selects the preferred holdover reference source (external, internal, OCXO).
Reference Type (6511B/C)
Selects the type of external frequency reference (e.g., cesium, hp5071a) for performance enhancement.
Remote_ntp_offset
Returns the time offset in seconds between Tflex time and an external NTP server.
Restart
Restarts the application, preserving current settings for warm restart.
Sap
Enables system autoswitching participation for clock source consistency.
Save
Saves current system configuration settings to a file for easy reloading.
Settings
Displays system settings variables, which are settable by the user but not auto-saved.
Show
Displays system information and application variables in a hierarchical view.
Software Update
Executes remote software upgrades via FTP or USB.
Status
Displays all status variables for the system, indicating current state.
Status_port
Switches connection to the status port (1900) for real-time variable monitoring.
Syslog
Dumps system logs for troubleshooting, retrieving archived logs by number.
Appendix E System Configuration (syscfg)
File Header
Explains the file header and the importance of the 'ExpectedValues' in syscfg files.
Card Settings
Defines settings for each slot in the chassis to monitor module type and port configuration.
Port Settings
Provides examples of monitoring output cards, defining PPS, IRIG, and signal type settings.
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