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Install 14000 Series Transmitter with internal antenna

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Note

Prior to the date of installation, the Pre-installation Requirements acknowledgment form is required to be completed and submitted to Primex.

Install and configuration overview

  • Review the Installation Guidelines and identify the installation location of the Transmitter and system components.

  • Inspect system components to verify packaging includes all supplied parts for each system component and verify no damage has occurred during shipping.

  • Do not install or attempt to set the system wireless clocks or devices until the Transmitter and its components are installed and configured, the Transmitter is powered, its time source is configured, and the Transmitter is fully operational.

Listed below is a summary of the order the Transmitter and its components are to be installed and configured.

  1. Install GPS Receiver.

  2. Configure Switch Settings.

  3. Establish Connections.

  4. Verify System is Operational.

Typical system setup - Transmitter with internal antenna

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Tools and equipment required

To complete installation, the following tools and equipment are required.

Transmitter equipment

  • 1 Watt Transmitter Rack 18 GA metal, epoxy coated (optional)

  • Surge protector and battery backup system (recommended)

GPS Receiver install required tools and equipment

  • Standard or hammer drill

  • 5/8 inch concrete drill bit, 18 inches (45.7 cm) long

  • Silicone caulk for GPS cable penetration

  • Phillips screwdriver

  • Flat head screwdriver

Install location guidelines: Transmitter with an internal antenna

When planning a system installation, Primex recommends taking into consideration the below guidelines. Location is extremely important to ensure the best operation of your system.

  • In a multi-story building, locate Transmitter on the top floor; significantly improves coverage to the lower floors due to the “umbrella” pattern of transmission.

  • Transmitter must be located a minimum of 4 feet (1.2 m) above the floor.

  • Transmitter must be located within 5 feet (1.5 m) from a 120 VAC electrical outlet. 10 AMP dedicated service recommended.

  • Transmitter 48" internal antenna requires vertical clearance and distance of a minimum 5 feet (1.5 m) from large, solid objects, such as lockers or filing cabinets, and cannot be not touching any surfaces.

  • Transmitter must be located in an area that allows for enclosure and antenna clearance. Enclosure dimension is 2" height x 17" width x 12” depth (5.08 cm x 43.18 cm x 30.48 cm) and antenna height is 48" (1.2 m).

  • Transmitter must be located in a controlled environment that is 32° to 122° F (0° to 50° C) and non-condensing humidity environment.

Step 1: Install GPS Receiver

A GPS Receiver is required for a 14000 Series Transmitter.

GPS Receiver install location guidelines

Determine a suitable location for the GPS Receiver unit. Location is extremely important to ensure the best operation of the system.

  • GPS Receiver must be mounted where it has a "clear view of the sky" to receive a GPS signal 24 hours a day.

  • Typical mounting locations of the GPS Receiver unit include the inside of a window (not a Low-E glass window), to an exterior pole, or on a rooftop.

  • GPS Receiver unit should be kept away from large metal objects.

  • GPS Receiver unit and cable must be mounted above any potential standing water, snow depth, leaves or other obstructions and is protected from the weather.

  • Maximum total distance of the GPS cable to the Transmitter cannot exceed 200 ft. (60.96 m).

  • If the GPS cable is located outdoors, the use of a GelWrap splice enclosure is strongly recommended.

Mount GPS Receiver

  1. Verify the kit contents and the installation location meets the installation guidelines.

  2. From the outside of the building, route the GPS cable.

    Transmitter with internal antenna: Route through a 5/8 inch drilled hole into the building.

    Transmitter with external antenna: Route through a 3/4 inch drilled hole into the building.

  3. Assemble and mount the GPS Receiver unit to either the inside of a window (not Low-E glass) or to an outside pole or rooftop. The mounting location is required to have a clear view of the sky.

    Note

    Be sure to follow local building code requirements when attaching the GPS unit to the inside of a window. Clean the windowpane before using the suction cups for attachment.

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  4. Route GPS cable and connect to Transmitter GPS connection.

Step :2 Configure time zone, channel number, time display, Daylight Saving Time

The switch settings are located on the back side of a 14000 Series Transmitter. The switches set the time zone, channel number, 12- or 24-hour display, and the observance of Daylight Saving Time. The Transmitter continually checks the position of its switch settings.

14000 Transmitter - connections and switch settings

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Switch

Rotary Switch A (channel selection)

Do NOT adjust the channel switch. It is only to be set to the frequency specified on the US: FCC/ Canada: ISED application.

Factory preset to the FM frequency on which the Transmitter will broadcast.

There are 16 available channels. The chart below explains which switch positions correspond to which channel numbers.

Switch No.

Channel No.

Switch No.

Channel No.

0

16

8

8

1

1

9

9

2

2

A

10

3

3

B

11

4

4

C

12

5

5

D

13

6

6

E

14

7

7

F

15

Rotary Switch B

Sets the Time Zone. Use a small slotted screwdriver to adjust the rotary switch.

“4” for Atlantic Time Zone

“5” for Eastern Time Zone

“6” for Central Time Zone

“7” for Mountain Time Zone

“8” for Pacific Time Zone

“9” for Alaska Time Zone

“A” for Hawaii Time Zone

Switch #1

Sets the Daylight Saving Time Calendar.

Up to automatically change to the new Daylight Saving Time calendar in 2007.

Down to abide by the old schedule in 2007.

Switch #2

Sets the direction of UTC offset.

Up for U.S. and Canada

Down for Europe

Switch #3

Sets the automatic Daylight Saving Time adjustment.

Up for automatic Daylight Saving Time changes

Down to bypass Daylight Saving Time adjustments

Switch #4

Sets the clock display on the Transmitter.

Up for 12-hour display

Down for 24-hour display

Step 3: Establish Transmitter connections

  1. Internal antenna: carefully screw the antenna onto the top panel of the Transmitter. Turn the antenna clockwise, being careful to avoid cross-threading the antenna. The antenna must be snug and flat against the case.

    Note

    Do not over-tighten the antenna. Hand-tighten only.

  2. Plug the included DB9/RJ45 GPS conversion adapter into the GPS socket located in the back of the Transmitter.

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  3. Plug the GPS cable into the GPS conversion adapter.

  4. Plug the supplied 9 Volt 2.0 Amp DC power supply (transformer) into the Transmitter.

  5. Plug the power supply (transformer) into a 120 VAC outlet.

Step 4 :Verify system is operational

The final step is to verify the Transmitter is operating and functional.

  1. Verify a GPS signal has been received.

  2. Verify the Time and Date are correct.

  3. Verify the Channel Number is set correctly.

  4. Verify the Transmitter does not have any error codes.

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