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The Sapling Company, Inc.
670 Louis Drive
Warminster, PA 18974
USA
P. (+1) 215.322.6063
F. (+1) 215.322.8498
www.sapling-inc.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this digital clock be used as a standalone clock?
The SBD 3300 can be used as a standalone clock, but it will not keep synchronized time in this
configuration. When operating as a standalone clock, its time source would be based on its internal quartz
oscillator. The clock will drift by a few seconds each year while in this mode and will need to be readjusted
manually.
What happens to the digital clock if a power failure occurs?
If a power failure occurs, the display will shut off, however; the clock will continue to keep its time with its
internal quartz oscillator. This oscillator will continue to run based of an internal coin lithium battery as a
backup. In this mode, the clock will drift from accurate time by a few seconds for each year that the clock
is without power. Once power is restored to the clock, the display will turn on and display the time on
the quartz oscillator. It will correct this to accurate, synchronized time once a signal from a master clock is
received.
What happens to the digital clock if contact with the time data source is lost?
The digital clock will rely on an internal quartz oscillator for keeping the time until time data is received.
How can I display “BELL” and “FirE” on the clock?
“FirE” and “BELL” are signals sent by the Sapling master clock. Refer to the master clock manual for
instructions.
For 24V clocks, what happens if voltage on the power line drops from 24VAC to lower voltage?
As long as voltage is above the minimum voltage needed for the clock, it will still function. If voltage is too
low, the clock display will dim, fluctuate, or not work at all. Please refer to the clock specifications, as each
clock, depending on its size, will have a different minimum required voltage input.
