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July 2010
ASTCRCB ASTCRCR 
ASTC3000 ASTCBK 
ASTC3000POE ASTCPOEK ASTCRCG ASTCKEY 
Auto-Sync Time Clock
The Auto-Sync Time Clock is a validated time system 
with a Web interface and auto discovery. 
 
ASTC3000 provides validated time for an accurate time stamp, 
ASTC3000POEK Kit option provides Power over Ethernet with Full 
Power Reserve, and the ASTCBK Kit option provides Full Power 
Reserve. 
 
 
 
                                                                                              
                    
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                            Trademarks Used in this Manual  Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation, Inc.   XP, VISTA, IE, Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, are registered trademarks of  Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.  Bonjour is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other  countries.   Safari is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and  other countries.   Digi Connect ME is a registered trademark of Digi Inter
                    
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                        Table of Contents    1. Auto-Sync Time Clock ................................................................................ 1-1  1.1. How This Manual is Organized ..................................................................... 1-1  1.2. General Information .................................................................................. 1-1  1.2.1. What is OATS Compliance? ................................................................... 1-2  1.2.2. Features ..........................
                    
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                        Auto-Sync Time Clock    5. Getting Started .......................................................................................... 5-1  5.1. Installing the Auto-Sync Utility ................................................................. 5-1  5.2. Using the Auto-Sync Utility ...................................................................... 5-2  5.2.1. How to Discover & Connect to a Auto-Sync Time Clock ............................. 5-3  5.2.2. How to Create a Centralized Transaction Re
                    
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                        Chapter 1: Introduction    1. Auto-Sync Time Clock    1.1. How This Manual is Organized  The installation, setup and operation procedures in this manual are provided for  user assistance.  Chapter 1 provides general information with a brief overview of features, and  benefits.  Chapter 2: provides an overview of system components with step-by-step  procedures for installing your Auto-Sync Time Clock.  Chapter 3 provides step-by-step procedures for quick startup using a Web  browser.  Chapter 4 p
                    
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                        Auto-Sync Time Clock    The Auto-Sync Time Clock can be synchronized from a National Institute of  Standards and Technology (NIST) NTP (Network Time Protocol) time server, or  ® internal time server via Ethernet connection (see Figure 1-1).  All communication with the Auto-Sync Time Clock is via a network TCP/IP  connection. The Auto-Sync Time Clock auto discovery and configuration can be  accomplished via simple instructions (see Chapter 3: Quick Start).  End-users may never need to change the 
                    
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                        Chapter 1: Introduction    must record time in hours, minutes and seconds with to-the-second granularity and  must be synchronized to a source that is synchronized to within three seconds of  the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) atomic clock. Clocks  must be synchronized once a day prior to the opening of the market, and remain in  synch throughout the day. In addition, firms are to maintain a copy of their clock  synchronization procedures on-site. Clocks not used to record
                    
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                        Auto-Sync Time Clock    1.2.3. Benefits   Assures financial institutions’ compliance with OATS Rule 7430 as per  FINRA/SEC.   The Auto-Sync Time Clock will continue to function and maintain time as a  stand-alone unit, even if it does not receive synchronization from an NTP time  server.   The Auto-Sync Time Clock is the highest quality OATS-compliant time stamp  available.   Time sync transaction files are automatically maintained in the Auto-Sync Time  Clock and can be saved to file, viewe
                    
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                        Chapter 1: Introduction    1.3. Auto-Sync Time Clock Installation & Operation Guide  The Auto-Sync Time Clock Installation & Operation Guide was designed to assist  you in the daily operation of your clock and to provide a comprehensive  understanding of the Auto-Sync Time Clock. This Guide can be found on the Auto- Sync Utility CD that came with your clock.      1.4. Time Servers General Information  A time server is a server computer that reads the actual time from a reference  clock and distr
                    
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                        Chapter 2: Installation      2. Installation Basics    2.1. Auto-Sync Time Clock External View      Figure 2-1.  Auto-Sync Time Clock External View.    2.2. Components  • 2 Keys (Important!! - Please store these keys in a safe place as you will need  them to remove the cover). One unit with attached AC power adapter [not  included with PoE model] and Ethernet cable.  • An Auto-Sync Utility CD for the clock (copy configuration to clocks, auto  discovery, reports, etc.), which also contains the In
                    
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                        Auto-Sync Time Clock      Figure 2-2.  Auto-Sync Time Clock Cover Removal.      2.4. Unpacking the Clock  After removing the upper cover, lift up the Printer Block (A) and remove the  Packaging Spacer (B).      Figure 2-3.  Auto-Sync Time Clock Packaging.    NOTE: The serial number can be found on the bottom of your clock.      2.5. Installing the (ASTCBK) Optional Full Power Reserve (FPR)  1. Disconnect the clock AC adapter from the power outlet.  NOTE: Failure to do so could result in a hazard
                    
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                        Chapter 2: Installation          Figure 2-4.  Top Plate Removal.    4. Disconnect the Ethernet cable at the RJ-45 network connector (see Figure 2-4).  You DO NOT have to remove the cable from under the wall mounting plate on  the back – just disconnect it at the RJ-45 connector.  5. Lift up the top plate by pulling upwards and  towards the back of the clock to remove it.  Temporarily set aside. Note the alignment of the  top plate during removal – especially the front and  rear tabs (see figure 
                    
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                        Auto-Sync Time Clock      Figure 2-5.  FPR & Mounting Bracket.    8. After the FPR mounting bracket is in its proper position, return the front PCB to  its original position seated in its retaining slot. In this position the top rear of the  PCB will fit close alongside the FPR mounting bracket (see Figure 2-6).      Figure 2-6.  Front PCB & FPR Mounting Bracket in Position.    9. Install the two plastic rivets (1 per each side) as illustrated in Figure 2-7 through  the side of the clock frame i
                    
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                        Chapter 2: Installation      Insert Insert  Plastic Plastic  Rivet Rivet    Figure 2-7.  Auto-Sync Time Clock Rear View.    10. With the FPR battery pack in the holder alongside the network RJ-45  connector, plug in the FPR battery cable (the connector with the black and red  wires) into the open brown connector (see Figure 2-7) located just under the  battery pack on the PCB at CN4.      Figure 2-8.  Rear View Showing Cable/Connector Location.   724-746-5500   |   blackbox.com 2-5              
                    
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                        Auto-Sync Time Clock    NOTE: For units with the FPR option, disconnect the FPR battery pack cable  connector if the Auto-Sync Time Clock will not be plugged into AC power for  an extended amount of time. Leaving the battery pack connected without  charging for a long time could promote battery harm and damage to the  clock.    11. Carefully reinstall the top plate by first inserting  the rear tabs into the appropriate rear notches,  making sure the rear centering tab is in its notch.  Then push
                    
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                        Chapter 2: Installation      NOTE: After installing the FPR and connecting the unit to AC power for the first  time, allow it to charge the battery pack for 24 hours before printing.  Failure to do so may result in reduced battery life. When using the optional  FPR - keep the clock plugged into an AC power source during normal  operation to maintain an adequate charge. The power reserve battery is  designed to be used only during limited power outages, not as a power  source during normal operat
                    
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                        Auto-Sync Time Clock      Figure 2-10.  PoE/FPR & Mounting Bracket.    8. Install the two plastic rivets (1 per each side) through the main clock frame into  the locating holes as illustrated in Figure 2-10 to help align and secure the  mounting bracket.      Figure 2-11.  Front PCB & Mounting Bracket.    9. Remove the rear wall mounting plate (see Wall Mounting). Disconnect the AC  power connector from the PCB (red & white wires – see Figure 2-12).    2-8 724-746-5500   |   blackbox.com        
                    
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                        Chapter 2: Installation      Figure 2-12.  Rear View Showing AC Power Line For Removal.    10. Unscrew the Phillips head screw and remove the black ground wire for the AC  line (see Figure 2-12). Remove the AC power line from the back of the clock  with the transformer at the end. You may have to cut a couple of plastic wire  ties to do this.  11. Reinstall the wall mounting plate (see figure below) on the back of the clock  using caution to verify that the Ethernet cable is properly routed.    
                    
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                        Auto-Sync Time Clock      Figure 2-13.  Rear View Showing PoE & FPR Cables/Connections.  13. Carefully reinstall the top plate by first inserting the rear tabs into the  appropriate rear notches, making sure the rear centering tab is located in its  notch. Then push the plate forward making sure to align the sides and front of  the plate in the proper position. Finally push the plate downward to lock into  position.  14. Insert the Ethernet connector through the hole in the rear of the top plate