Arbiter Systems 1088A, Operation Manual

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Chapter 2
Front and Rear Panels
2.1 Introduction
This section identifies the connectors, controls, and displays found on the front and rear panels of
the 1088A/B series clocks. The Model 1088B replaced the Model 1088A. Take care to review all
of these items prior to connecting cables to and configuring these products.
2.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators
The front panel of the Model 1088A and 1088B are the same except the 1088A does not have the
indicator LEDs or optional internal battery switch.
The Model 1088B has seven annunciator LED’s, two-line by twenty-character LCD, eight-button
keypad, ON/OFF switch, the battery power option switch is optional. The upper row of keys are
information keys and the lower row of keys are configuration keys. In the figure below are illustrated
the front panels of all of these clocks, illustrating all of the indicators and controls.
Figure 2.1: Model 1088B Front Panel Description
Definitions for the annunciator LEDs are found in Table 2.1 and definitions for keys in Table 2.2.
Each key of the upper row of keys allows you to view clock information, like time and date,
geographical position and instrument status. Each of the lower row of keys have specific and
alternate functions for configuring operation. To configure, see Chapter 6, The Setup Menus.