Introduction

ION 7500 / ION 7600 User’s Guide

 

 

Introduction

Time synchronization signals are broadcast periodically over the network; each meter continually assesses its ability to remain synchronized with the incoming broadcasts. Over a brief period, each meter learns how its internal timing differs from that of the broadcast source and adjusts its timekeeping to compensate. Very accurate time synchronization is achieved with this method.

Meters at modem sites are synchronized each time they are connected. The longer the duration between connections, the larger the error in time synchronization. In the extreme case, this can result in missing or duplicated logs. If this occurs, you can increase the frequency of connections: install GPS receivers at the remote sites, or arrange for a direct ION software connection.

It is important that only one method of time synchronization be used on each network. If multiple methods are used, the timestamps will differ for the sites and devices using separate time synchronizing methods.

Before you configure time synchronization on your network, you should familiarize yourself with the Clock module settings. Once you have done this, you can decide which synchronization method you want to use.

NOTE

Time Synchronization is disabled by default with ION Enterprise. In order to use time synchronization with an ION device, the feature must be enabled from the ION Management Console for that device. Refer to “Enabling or Customizing Time Synchronization” on page 351 for instructions.

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Time Synchronization & Timekeeping Technical Note

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Multi-Tech Systems 7600, 7500 manual Time Synchronization & Timekeeping Technical Note

7500, 7600 specifications

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