Section 3: Operation ______________________________________________
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8197 Instruction Manual
Oscillator Adjust: Warns that oscillator is operating within 10% of the minimum
or maximum control setting. The oscillator requires manual adjustment.
Contact Spectracom Customer Service Department at 716-381-4827 to obtain
a Return Authorization Number.
GPS Tracking Timeout 1: The period of time (AT1) allotted for operation
without tracking a minimum of four qualified satellites has expired. Factory
default is 1.0 minute. An AT1 Alarm is also asserted during start-up.
Low Quality Alarm: Warns of low GPS signal quality. The alarm is asserted
whenever the "Q" value in the Tracking Histogram is below 3000.
Replace Battery: Internal battery pack, Option 02 only, has failed daily test,
needs replacement. Refer to Section 6, Service Information, for battery
replacement instructions.
Antenna Problem: Antenna sense circuitry warns that the antenna is not
connected, or a cable short or open is detected.
Test Mode: Unit is placed in Test Mode operation.
3.1.3 Battery Lamps (Option 02 only)
These lamps monitor the status of the optional internal battery backup. Refer to
Section 5, Options and Accessories, for additional battery information.
3.1.3.1 Ready
Lamp
This green lamp is on when the battery is OK and fully charged.
3.1.3.2 Charging
Lamp
This yellow lamp is on when the battery is charging.
3.1.3.3 Replace
Lamp
This red lamp turns on and a Minor Alarm asserted when the battery has failed
the daily test. The battery must be replaced; refer to Section 6, Service
Information.