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The Sapling Company, Inc.
1633 Republic Road
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
USA
+1 215.322.6063 P.
+1 215.322.8498 F.
www.sapling-inc.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this master clock replace all of the existing master clocks made by Sapling?
The SMA Series will act as a direct replacement for the GPS, STR and SSM series master clocks. The SMA can have all the same functionalities of
the aforementioned series depending on which options are ordered.
Can I use any (S)NTP server for downloading the time?
Yes, any site that sends out the (S)NTP protocol may be used as an input to the master clock.
What browsers are compatible with the SMA master clock browser?
The SMA browser is compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Opera and Chrome.
Can I connect to the web browser through a cross-over cable?
Yes, the SMA can be accessed through a cross-over cable or via a LAN connection.
What are the length options I have with the GPS cable?
When a master clock with the GPS Receiver is selected, it comes with a 75 foot (22.8 meters) GPS Antenna Cable as standard. If needed, the
following GPS cable is available at an additional cost:
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150 foot (45.7 meters) Special GPS Cable - Part Number: E-ANT-CBL150F-1
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300 foot (91.4 meters) Special GPS Cable - Part Number: E-ANT-CBL300F-1
Is there a Converter option like there was in the SSM and the GPS?
No, the Converter Box should be purchased separately from the unit when using a two wire digital communication system. The part number for the
Converter Box is SCB-000-000-1 (110V) and SCB-000-000-2 (230V).
What inputs can the SMA accept?
The SMA can accept an input from a SNTP server, 59 minute correction, four different versions of the 58 minute correction, National Time/Rauland,
Dukane digital, Rauland digital, Sapling Wireless Repeater, Once a Day pulse, GPS and Sapling’s RS485 protocol.
Is there a maximum number of TalkBack Network Repeaters that can be used with my TalkBack System?
Yes, the maximum number of TalkBack Network Repeaters that the TalkBack System can support is 35.
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