Trimble ThunderBolt E GPS Disciplined Clock User Guide 11
Introduction 1
supports multiple commands and their associated response packets for use in
configuring the ThunderBolt E to meet your requirements. See Appendix A, Trimble
Standard Interface Protocol.
Standard timing software features
•Automatic self-survey
•Signal integrity through a Time-Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitor
(T-RAIM) algorithm
Starter kit
The ThunderBolt E Starter Kit contains all the components required for evaluating and
engineeri ng purpo ses and is quick and easy to in stall , w ith your + 24 V powe r source. It
is a high-performance, cost-effective reference time source that uses GPS technology
to precisely synchronize computers, servers, and Internet applications. See Setting up
the ThunderBolt E, page 21.
Use and care
The ThunderBolt E is a high-precision electronic instrument and should be treated
with reasonable care.
If a problem arises with the unit, an amber indication appears in the monitor program
under Minor Alarms. Contact Trimble for technical direction and repair.
Note – Not every Minor Alarm indicates a problem .
CCAUTION – There are no user-serviceable parts inside the ThunderBolt E and any
modification to the unit by the user voids the warranty.
Technical assistance
If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product
documentation, contact the Trimble Technical Assistance Center at 800-767-4822 or
email timing@trimble.com.
Your comments
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revision. Email your comment to techpubs@trimble.co.nz.