Primex Wireless SNSA Synchronous Network Analog Clocks User Manual SNS Analog Clocks

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SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page iii Contents Contents Introduction.............................................................................................................................................1 Precautions and regulatory compliance statements....................................................................................2 Equipment precautions ..............................................................................................................................................2 Safety precautions......................................................................................................................................................2 FCC compliance .........................................................................................................................................................2 FCC radio frequency interference ............................................................................................................................2 FCC radiation exposure limits...................................................................................................................................2 Power specifications for AC-powered devices .......................................................................................................2 SNS analog clocks..................................................................................................................................3 Configure an SNS analog clock................................................................................................................................5 Install an SNS analog clock ....................................................................................................................................12 Install batteries in an SNS analog clock ................................................................................................................15 Remove an Clock Lock-mounted SNS analog clock...........................................................................................16 Configuration tool procedures ............................................................................................................17 Set the password for a clock...................................................................................................................................18 Disconnect an SNS analog clock ...........................................................................................................................19 Upgrade the firmware for an SNS analog clock ...................................................................................................20 Configuration Templates..........................................................................................................................................21 Ping a clock ...............................................................................................................................................................22 Display network information ....................................................................................................................................23 Communication log procedures..............................................................................................................................24 Time zone information..............................................................................................................................................25 Set preferences.........................................................................................................................................................26 Troubleshoot..............................................................................................................................................................28 Appendix – Install/remove Configuration tool software ...................................................................29 Minimum system requirements .....................................................................................................................30 Install Configuration Tool software ...............................................................................................................31 Uninstall Configuration Tool software ..........................................................................................................33 Index ......................................................................................................................................................34

Introduction Primex Wireless’s SNS analog clocks are equipped with both an 802.11 b/g and Ethernet port interface. The clocks are able to connect in an existing wireless LAN (WLAN), supporting a wide variety of security protocols. Once the SNS clocks are configured using the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool, settings can be altered using Primex’s Applications Management Platform (AMP). SNS analog clocks will connect to the WLAN or Ethernet only at the times configured with AMP or the Configuration Tool. Any changes in configuration of an SNS analog clock via AMP are transmitted to the SNS analog clock the next time it connects to the WLAN or Ethernet. For detailed instructions on the use of AMP, please see the Primex AMP User Manual. SNS analog clocks can be installed anywhere indoors within range of an 802.11 b/g access point. The initial setup procedure can be performed in a convenient central location such as a maintenance area or at the final location of the system clock. AMP has features to determine the signal strength of the SNS analog clock’s reception.

Page 2 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Introduction Precautions and regulatory compliance statements Precautions and regulatory compliance statements Equipment precautions • To avoid possible electric shock and damage to an SNS analog clock, make sure that it is unplugged when working on it. • SNS analog clocks are cleanable with a cloth moistened with water or a common disinfectant. Caution Be sure to test any cleaning solutions on a small area of the clock before using it on the entire clock. Safety precautions SNS analog clocks are designed for indoor use only and are not weather protected. Operating the clock outdoors, or in wet areas is an electrical hazard and may damage the clock while nullifying the warranty. FCC compliance Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. FCC radio frequency interference This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B analog device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC radiation exposure limits To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements in section 1.1307, a minimum separation distance of 20 cm is required between the antenna and all persons. Power specifications for AC-powered devices The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible Clock model Input power Current draw SNS7A306 100 - 240V~, 47-63Hz 67mA@120V~, 47mA@240V~ SNS7A330 100 - 240V~, 47-63Hz 134mA@120V~, 94mA@240V~

Page 4 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual SNS analog clocks Precautions and regulatory compliance statements Traditional series With simple dials and durable polycarbonate frames and lenses, these clocks are designed for easy viewing. The patent-pending Clock Lock™ feature prevents employees from removing clocks from walls, and high-impact polycarbonate frame and shatterproof lens provide added safety. Dual-sided clocks are well-suited for hallway use. A variety of styles, colors and sizes lets you coordinate with your facility’s décor. Metal series Contemporary brushed aluminum frames offer an upscale, executive look to our high-performance clocks, a smart choice for offices and reception areas. These high-tech, synchronized clocks are easy to install, immediately keeping time with the rest of the Primex Wireless Clock System. Platinum series The Platinum Series is the first and only analog clock series available with a high impact frame with chemical resistant coating and Xylex lens to protect against commonly used cleaners and dust collection. The smart design provides a clean look that can easily be incorporated into a variety of settings ranging from the science lab, to food preparation areas, or even individual classrooms. Wood series Solid 16” hardwood frames of cherry or oak with glass crystal lens are handsome timekeepers for school offices, libraries and entryways.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 5 Configure an SNS analog clock SNS analog clocks Configure an SNS analog clock Follow these steps to configure an SNS analog clock. 1. In order to configure an SNS analog clock, you must connect directly the SNS clock to the computer with a network cable. If you’re using a laptop computer or a desktop computer with a wireless network card, you must disable the wireless network card in order to facilitate communication with the SNS analog clock. Follow these steps to prepare your computer to communicate with SNS analog clocks. A. Choose StartSettingsControl PanelNetwork Connections. Windows displays a Network Connections window containing LAN or High-Speed Internet information similar to that shown here. B. If your computer has a wireless network card, right-click the Wireless Network Connection item and choose Disable on the context menu displayed. C. Right-click the Local Area Connection item and choose Properties on the context menu displayed. Windows displays a Local Area Connection Properties dialog box similar to the one shown below. D. On the General tab, select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item in the This connection uses the following items list then click the Properties button. Windows displays an Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box similar to the one shown below.

Page 6 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual SNS analog clocks Configure an SNS analog clock E. Choose the Use the following IP address option button. F. Enter 192.168.1.100 in the IP address field. G. Enter 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field. H. Click the OK button to accept the changes you’ve made, close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box and return to the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box. I. Click the OK button to accept the changes you’ve made, close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box and return to the Network Connections window. J. Close the Network Connections window. 2. If the clock is mounted on a wall, dismount the clock from the wall so that you can access the back of the clock. 3. Physically connect the SNS analog clock directly to the PC or laptop using a standard network cable. The SNS analog clock has an RJ-45 network cable jack on its back.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 7 Configure an SNS analog clock SNS analog clocks 4. If the clock you’re configuring is battery powered, remove the batteries. If the clock you’re configuring is AC-powered, unplug the clock. 5. If the clock you’re configuring is battery powered, insert the batteries in the clock while holding down the button on the back of the clock. Release the button after completing battery installation. After approximately two seconds, the clock beeps once to indicate that it’s ready to configure. 6. If the clock you’re configuring is AC-powered, plug the clock into the AC power outlet while holding down the button on the back of the clock. Release the button after plugging the clock in. After approximately two seconds, the clock beeps once to indicate that it’s ready to configure. Clock LockClock LockAC Power CableStrain ReliefAC Power PlugAC Power SupplyButtonClock MovementEthernet Port 7. Choose StartProgramsPrimex WirelessPrimex Wireless Configuration tool or double-click the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool icon on your computer’s desktop.

Page 8 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual SNS analog clocks Configure an SNS analog clock 8. Windows displays a Primex Wireless Configuration Tool window similar to the one shown here. 9. Click the Connect button on the toolbar or choose the ActionsConnect menu item to establish a connection to the clock. The clock should report its Media Access Control (MAC) Address and hardware/clock/radio version numbers and those settings will be displayed in the upper left corner of the Configuration tab. The status bar at the bottom of the window displays either a Connected! or Connection Failed! message depending on whether a connection to the clock succeeded or failed. Note Once a connection with the clock has been established, the other Action menu commands and toolbar buttons are enabled and no longer grayed out.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 9 Configure an SNS analog clock SNS analog clocks 10. Click the Read Configuration from Clock toolbar button or choose the ActionsRead Configuration menu item. The status bar at the bottom of the window displays a Configuration read from device! message and the fields on the Configuration tab are updated with the configuration values read from the clock. Note SNS analog clocks have a password that prevents their configuration settings from being read unless the clock is first logged into. If the clock is configured with a different password than the password currently stored in the Configuration Tool the login will fail and you will receive the alert message and the status bar displays the message Read Failed! The password is stored in the Configuration Tool’s Preferences settings and can be changed by using the Edit Preferences command. 11. Fill in the fields with the desired configuration settings. The following fields are available for you to fill in to configure the clock: Note Invalid values are indicated with red text in the field. When you exit a field in which an invalid value has been entered, you may also hear a beep from the system if your laptop or PC supports it. Setting name Required Valid values Clock Name Y 1 to 40 characters. A recommended practice is to name a clock to reflect where the clock is (or will be) physically located. Time Zone N Select from the list of available time zones. If a selection is made, the GMT Offset field will be set based on the time zone selected. This selection also determines the DST Transition Dates downloaded to the clock if the clock is configured to use DST. GMT Offset Y -14:00 to +14:00, the offset from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) that the clock should display. The format is hh:mm and the field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value. Use Daylight Saving Time Y Yes/No checkbox set to indicate whether the clock should adjust its time for Daylight Saving Time. MAC Address N/A The read-only MAC Address field is populated with the MAC address of the clock currently connected to the configuration tool. Hardware N/A The read-only Hardware field is populated with the hardware version of the clock currently connected to the configuration tool. Clock N/A The read-only Clock field is populated with the clock firmware version of the clock currently connected to the configuration tool. Radio N/A The read-only Radio field is populated with the radio firmware version of the clock currently connected to the configuration tool. AMP Gateway You may enter the IP address and port for up to three AMP Gateways. The clock will attempt to connect to them in the order listed when trying to report its current condition at each time synchronization. You must enter settings for at least one AMP Gateway. IP address (1-3) Y, for each AMP Gateway The IP address must be a valid IPv4 address. The value will be converted to standard notation if an abbreviated form is entered. The field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value. Port (1-3) Y, for each AMP Gateway The port to connect to on the AMP Gateway must be a valid port number from 0 to 65535. The field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value. The default port is usually 1600.

Page 10 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual SNS analog clocks Configure an SNS analog clock Setting name Required Valid values NTP Servers You may enter the IP Address for up to three NTP servers. The clock attempts to connect to all configured NTP servers when synchronizing time and uses the first NTP server to respond. Note If no NTP Server IP addresses are entered, the clock will not be able to synchronize time. IP address (1-3) Y, for each NTP Server The IP Address field may accept a valid IPv4 address or may DNS Names for NTP servers. Some examples are: • time.microsoft.com • time.nist.gov • 0.us.pool.ntp.org Daily Sync Times You are required to specify at least one and up to six times during the day that the clock should attempt to synchronize with the configured NTP Servers. Daily Sync Times (1-6) At least 1 The time of day that the clock should synchronize must be entered in 24 hour mode, using a format of hh:mm. The field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value. If the same value is entered more than once, the repeated entry is ignored. You do not have to enter the colon (:) character, and/or may use a decimal (.) character to separate the hour and minute values. Wired Network Setting You have the option to enter information for a wired network configurations. Use DHCP Y Yes/No checkbox set to indicate whether the clock should request a dynamically assigned IP Address network each time it connects to the wired network. IP Address Y The static IP address for the clock to use when connecting to the network. The IP address must be a valid IPv4 address. The field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value. Subnet Mask Y The subnet mask must be a valid IPv4 address mask. The field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value. Gateway Y The network gateway IP address must be a valid IPv4 address. The field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 11 Configure an SNS analog clock SNS analog clocks Setting name Required Valid values Wireless Network Settings You have the option to enter information for up to three wireless network settings. The clock attempts to connect to all configured network settings when synchronizing time and uses the first network setting to respond. Note If no network settings are entered, the clock will not be able to connect to the network to synchronize time or report its condition. SSID Y, for each wireless network setting Service Set Identifier (SSID) 0 to 40 characters. The SSID for the wireless network. Use DHCP Y, for each wireless network. setting Yes/No checkbox set to indicate whether the clock should request a dynamically assigned IP address network each time it connects to the wireless network. IP Address Y, for each wireless network setting The static IP address for the clock to use when connecting to the network. The IP address must be a valid IPv4 address. The field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value. Subnet Mask Y, for each wireless network setting The subnet mask must be a valid IPv4 address mask. The field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value. Gateway Y, for each wireless network setting The network gateway IP address must be a valid IPv4 address. The field text will turn red if it contains an invalid value. Security Type Y, for each wireless network setting Select from the available security types; you may choose from: • None • WEP • WPA • WPA2 Security Mode Y, for each wireless network setting Not required if Security Type is set to None. If Security Type is set to WEP, select from the available security modes; you may choose from: • Shared • Open If Security Type is set to WPA or WPA2, select from the available security modes; you may choose from: • AES • TKIP Security Key N if security mode is set to None 0 to 64 alphanumeric characters. Use RADIUS – LEAP N Enable (check) the Use RADIUS – LEAP checkbox if your network administrator requires the RADIUS – LEAP authentication protocol on your network. Username Required if the Use RADIUS – LEAP checkbox is checked; 0 to 10 alphanumeric characters. Password Required if the Use RADIUS – LEAP checkbox is checked; 0 to 64 alphanumeric characters. 12. Click the Write Configuration to Clock toolbar button or choose the ActionsWrite Configuration menu item.

Page 12 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual SNS analog clocks Install an SNS analog clock Install an SNS analog clock The backs of most SNS analog clocks feature two specially designed Clock-Lock hangers spaced at precise distances, one on the top, and the other on the bottom. The Clock-Lock feature prevents accidental removal if the clock is bumped and it may reduce theft by requiring a particular combination of moves to remove the clock. All SNS analog clocks come with two #6 x 1-1/4” mounting screws and wall anchors. When hanging the clock, be sure that if two screws are being used to secure the clock to the wall, that the distance between the screws be precisely the same as that in the table below. Note To avoid the Clock-Lock feature, use finishing nails with no heads angled at 45 degrees into the wall in place of headed screws or nails. The clock may then be mounted and removed like a standard clock. Model number Description Hole spacing Weight Mounting type SNS4Z155 12.5" Traditional series 9” 1.7lb Clock Lock (2) SNS4Z157 12.5" Traditional series 9” 1.7lb Clock Lock (2) SNS4Z159 12.5" Traditional series 9” 1.7lb Clock Lock (2) SNS7A306 12.5" AC-powered 9” 2.0lb Clock Lock (2) SNS4Z164 12.5" Dual-sided See instructions 6.0lb Twist Lock SNS7A330 12.5" Dual-sided AC-powered See instructions 6.6lb Twist Lock SNS4Z163 16" Traditional series 9” 2.4lb Clock Lock (2) SNS4Z176 16" Wood 9” 3.4lb Clock Lock (1) SNS4Z177 16" Wood 9” 4.9lb Clock Lock (1) SNS4Z512 13.75" Platinum series 9” 1.6lb Clock Lock (2) SNS4Z180 12.5" Brushed aluminum 9” 2.4lb Clock Lock (2) SNS4Z227 15" Dual-sided brushed aluminum See instructions 5.2lb Fixed mount Install a single-sided analog clock Follow these steps to install a single-sided clock: 1. Drill holes for the screw anchors at the spacing listed in the table above. 2. Use a screwdriver to insert and tighten the screw, leaving the top of the screw head 3/8” out from the wall. 3. Hold the clock with the face down and align the Clock Lock hanger with the bottom screw. 4. Tilt the clock face to vertical and position the clock with the screw heads in the opening of the Clock Lock hanger. 5. Slide the clock down over the screw heads to latch it into place.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 13 Install an SNS analog clock SNS analog clocks Install a SNS4Z164 or SNS7A330 dual-sided clock Follow these steps to install a SNS4Z164 or SNS7A330 dual-sided clock: Notes SNS4Z164 or SNS7A330 dual-sided clocks come with self-tapping screw anchors (for drywall installation) and mounting screws. Complete the Configure an SNS analog clock and Install batteries in an SNS analog clock procedures before mounting an SNS4Z164 or SNS7A330 dual-sided clock. 1. If you’re installing the clock on a drywall surface, install the screw anchors at the spacing shown here. 2. Install the mounting plate with the screws provided. 3. Slide the bracket attached to the assembled dual sided clock over the mounting tabs onto the mounting plate as shown here. A gentle tap with a rubber mallet may be needed for this step, as it is a tight fit. 4. Install the provided short screw through the top center hole on the bracket. This will increase the security of the clock assembly.

Page 14 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual SNS analog clocks Install an SNS analog clock Install a SNS4Z227dual-sided clock Follow these steps to install a SNS4Z227 dual-sided clock: Note SNS4Z227 dual-sided clocks come with self-tapping screw anchors (for drywall installation) and mounting screws. 1. The supplied hardware pack contains a mounting plate, four long screws, and four wall anchors. Secure the mounting plate to the wall or ceiling with the four long screws, paying attention to the “up” arrow, at the location you will be hanging the clock. 2. Remove one clock from the bracket by removing two of the four factory-installed screws. With the dual clock flat on a soft surface to protect the lens and bezel, remove the two top screws and lift the top clock off of the dual mounting bracket. (Note: It may require some force to remove the top clock because, in addition to the screws, the clocks are also held in place by magnets.) 3. Set each clock using method detailed on the setup instruction sticker on the back of each clock. 4. Once the clocks are set (with batteries inserted), orient the clock face so that the 12 is in the correct position for your mounting option. (Note: clocks are shipped in correct position for wall mounting. If ceiling mount is required, both clocks must be removed and rotated within the bracket.) 5. Align one of the posts on the back of the clock with the appropriate post in the bracket, next to a clip. Make sure that the raised portion of the clip next to the post is inside the bracket. 6. Lower clock down on bracket, keeping all clips inside ring. Press down to seat clock in bracket. Secure with the two screws removed previously, in same holes in bracket (over screws holding other clock in place). 7. Four additional screws are included in package to cosmetically plug holes in bracket, if desired. 8. Check to make sure that the 12 o’clock position is oriented to read correctly from both sides of the clock. 9. Taking the fully assembled dual clock, line up the base (stem) of the clock with the plate that is mounted on the wall. Slip the keyhole slots on the back of the base over the posts on the plate and push the clock down to secure.

Page 16 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual SNS analog clocks Remove an Clock Lock-mounted SNS analog clock Remove an Clock Lock-mounted SNS analog clock Follow these illustrated steps to remove an SNS analog clock

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 17 Remove an Clock Lock-mounted SNS analog clock Configuration tool procedures Configuration tool procedures

Page 18 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Configuration tool procedures Set the password for a clock Set the password for a clock Each clock contains a password which must be used to login to the clock before any of the configuration settings can be read from the clock. The password used by the Configuration Tool is stored in the tool’s Preferences settings and can be changed by using the Edit Preferences command (see the Preferences section of this manual). To write the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool ‘s current password to a clock the tool has established a connection with, you can use the Set Device Password toolbar button or the Actions > Set Device Password menu command. 1. Click on either the Set Device Password toolbar button or the Actions > Set Device Password menu command, both of which should be enabled once a connection to the clock has been established. 2. The status bar at the bottom of the window should display a “Device Password Set!” message.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 19 Disconnect an SNS analog clock Configuration tool procedures Disconnect an SNS analog clock To disconnect a clock from the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool, the following steps should be performed: 1. Click on either the Disconnect toolbar button or the Actions > Disconnect menu command, both of which should be enabled once a connection to the clock has been established. 2. The status bar at the bottom of the window should display a “Disconnected” message. 3. Physically disconnect the clock from the PC or laptop by disconnecting the network cable that was used to connect the devices. 4. The clock should restart and attempt to connect to the network using any configuration settings that were written to it and perform a time synchronization. Note You can physically disconnect the clock from the PC or laptop, without first using the Disconnect command, however if you do so, note that the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool may not realize the clock has been disconnected until you try to issue another command to the clock.

Page 20 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Configuration tool procedures Upgrade the firmware for an SNS analog clock Upgrade the firmware for an SNS analog clock The Primex Wireless Configuration Tool can be used to download new firmware to an SNS analog clock if the proper firmware files are available. SNS Firmware files typically have a .rom extension, and you should only attempt to upgrade an SNS analog clock with an authorized Primex Wireless firmware file or you risk rendering your clock completely inoperable. Once a connection has been established from the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool to the SNS Clock (see Connecting the Clock) you can initiate a firmware upgrade of the clock by performing the following steps: 1. Click on either the Upgrade Firmware toolbar button or the Actions > Upgrade Firmware… menu command, both of which should be enabled once a connection to the clock has been established. 2. An Open dialog window will be displayed to allow you to specify the Primex Wireless Firmware file that should be used to upgrade the clock. By default, the Open dialog is set to look for files with a .rom file extension. 3. Double-click the desired Firmware file or select the file and click the Open button. 4. The status bar will display a “Waiting for device to download Firmware Upgrade file!” message while the clock begins pulling down the file. Note Do not disconnect or power down the clock during the download process, which may take up to six (6) minutes. 5. Once the SNS Clock has completed pulling down the Firmware Upgrade file, the status bar will display a “Firmware download complete!” message and the clock should go through a restart cycle and may be disconnected from the laptop or PC.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 21 Configuration Templates Configuration tool procedures Configuration Templates Save a configuration template file A significant portion of the information you configure your SNS Clocks with will be they same for all or a significant number of your clocks since they will be accessing your same network or Virtual LAN. To facilitate this, once you have entered the information for one of your clocks in the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool you can save that information in a template file for reuse at a later time. All the information entered is stored in the file with the exception of the Clock Name, which you would typically want to be unique for each clock. To save the clock information in a template file, all the information fields must contain valid values, and then the following steps should be performed: 1. Click on either the Save File or Save File As toolbar button or the File > Save… or File > Save File As.. menu commands. 2. You will not be able to save the configuration settings to a template file if any of the fields contain invalid values (indicated with red text). Attempting to do so will generate the following error dialog: Correct the invalid value and try again. 3. If you selected the Save File command on a set of configuration settings you previously read from a file, the data will be saved back to that file. If the data was entered into a “New” form, or the Save File As command was selected, a Save As dialog window will be displayed to allow you to select where the file should be saved. By default, Primex Wireless SNS Configuration files are saved with a .pwc file extension, but you can use whatever name and extension you prefer. Open a configuration template file To open a previously saved Primex Wireless SNS Configuration file the following steps should be performed: 1. Click on either the Open File toolbar button or the File > Open… menu command. 2. If you have changed any data in the current configuration setting values displayed on the configuration tab you will be prompted if you want to save those configuration values before opening the new set of configuration values. If you select Yes, and those configuration settings were previously read from a file, the data will be saved back to that file. If the data was entered into a “New” forma Save As dialog window will be displayed to allow you to select where the file should be saved. 3. An Open dialog window will be displayed to allow you to specify the Primex Wireless SNS Configuration file that should be opened. By default, Primex Wireless SNS Configuration files are saved with a .pwc file extension, but you can change the Files of type setting in the window to display files with other extensions, if you elected to save your configuration files with a different extension. 4. You can either double-click the file once you have found it, or select the file and click the Open button. The configuration information stored in the file will be loaded into the Configuration tab. 5. If the file you selected is not a valid Primex Wireless SNS Configuration file, one of the following error messages will be displayed and the fields of the Configuration Tab will not be updated:

Page 22 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Configuration tool procedures Ping a clock Ping a clock The Primex Wireless Configuration Tool provides the ability to ‘ping’ the clocks it is connected to. To do so, select the Ping Device command from the toolbar or the Communications Log context menu.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 23 Display network information Configuration tool procedures Display network information You can also display the network settings in use by your laptop or PC while connected to the clock by selecting the Show Network Info command from the toolbar or the Communications Log context menu. This can be helpful in making sure the clock is allocating your machine a valid IP Address when it is connected directly to the device.

Page 24 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Configuration tool procedures Communication log procedures Communication log procedures While active, the Configuration Tool keeps a log of all the communication sent and received between itself and the devices it establishes a connection with. The log is cleared each time you exit the application and a fresh log is started each time the application is started. You can view the current log at any time by clicking the Communication Log tab. If an error occurred, it is displayed in the Communications Log to help determine exactly what happened. Clear the communication log You can clear the Communications Log at any time by right-clicking in the display of the Communications Log and selecting the Clear Log command from the context menu. After selecting the Clear Log command, you will be prompted if you are sure you want to clear all the data from the Communications Log before the log is actually cleared. Copy the communication log You can select and copy portions of the Communication Log by selecting the text and using the standard copy command. You can also easily copy the entire contents of the Communication Log to the clipboard so it can be pasted into a document or email message by selecting the Copy Entire Log command from the toolbar or the Communication Log context menu. The contents will be copied as rich text, so if you paste it into a Microsoft Word document it will retain any color coding. Save the communication log You can easily save the entire contents of the Communication Log to a file, as rich text, by selecting the Save Log command from the toolbar or the Communication Log context menu. This will open a Save As dialog window allowing you to specify where to save the file and the filename to use. By default, a filename of “PrimexWirelessConfigLog.rtf” will be used, but you can change this. Print the communication log You can Print the entire contents of the Communication Log by selecting the Print Log command from the toolbar or the Communication Log context menu. This will open the standard Print dialog window allowing you to select the printer and options to use. You can also use the File > Page Setup… and File > Print Preview… menu commands while displaying the Communication Log tab to configure and preview what the printout will look like before sending it to the printer.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 25 Time zone information Configuration tool procedures Time zone information Time Zone options and the Daylight Saving Time (DST) transition dates for each time zone are kept in a data file which is part of the installation of the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool. The Time Zone tab can be used view what time zones are available and what DST transition dates stored for each time zone, if any. Each Time Zone entry in the display can be expanded or contracted by clicking on the plus (+) or minus (-) character displayed before the entry.

Page 26 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Configuration tool procedures Set preferences Set preferences The Configuration Tool allows you to adjust several settings which affect how the application behaves for your installation of the application. These settings can be altered and the changes written to disk so your preferred behavior for the application will be remembered the next time you use the Configuration Tool. To view and edit the Preference Settings for the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool, click the Edit Preferences toolbar button or choose the EditPreferences… menu item. The Configuration Tool displays a Preference Settings dialog box similar to the one shown here. Clicking on a color setting will display a drop-down which allows you to select a color value. Clicking on a True/False setting will display a drop-down allowing you to pick either a True or False value. Device address By default, clocks in configuration mode act as DHCP servers to allocate IP Addresses to devices connected to them and the devices use an IP Address of 192.168.1.1. The Primex Wireless Configuration Tool is configured to attempt to connect to IP address 192.168.1.1 on port 1600 when attempting to connect to a clock. Device password The device password is used by the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool to log in to clocks in order to read their current settings. You can change this password from the default and set it in all of your devices using the Set Device Password command if you wish to use a custom password in all of your clocks. Device port Communication log settings The Primex Wireless Configuration Tool uses color coding when displaying messages in the Communication Log. These settings allow you to adjust those color settings to your own personal tastes. Log background color Log data color Log fail color

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 27 Set preferences Configuration tool procedures Log label color Log pass color Log rcvd color Log sent color Log title color Log word wrap Response timeout mSec Upgrade port When performing a firmware update on a clock, the device pulls the information from the Configuration Tool. This setting specifies what port the device should attempt to connect to the Configuration Tool application on in order to pull the firmware upgrade file down. The default value of 5050 for this port should work fine in most cases, but can be changed to another port if your laptop or PC already has an application using port 5050. Window resizable By default, the Configuration Tool runs in a fixed size window. You can change this setting to allow the window to be resizable. This can be advantageous when viewing the Communication Log tab, but the forms displayed by the Configuration Tool will not resize and will simply be displayed in the upper left of the tab. Note that there is a fixed minimum size set to make sure the entire form remains visible when being displayed.

Page 28 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Configuration tool procedures Troubleshoot Troubleshoot Problem: You receive a File not Found error on startup. Solution: The Time Zone and Daylight Saving Time Transition Date data is kept in an XML data file which must be located in the same directory as the Configuration Tool executable. This is done at installation time, but if you copy just the ‘.exe’ file to another folder and try to run the file from there you may get this error message. To prevent this, run the executable from the directory it was originally installed in, or make sure you copy the TimeZones.xml file with the PW Config Tool.exe file.

SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 29 Troubleshoot Appendix – Install/remove Configuration tool software Appendix – Install/remove Configuration tool software This appendix describes the minimum system requirements for the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool software and how to install it. • Minimum system requirements • Install Configuration Tool software

Page 30 SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Appendix – Install/remove Configuration tool software Minimum system requirements Minimum system requirements • Operating System Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 2003, Windows Vista • Supporting Software Microsoft .NET Framework version 2.0 or later • Disk Space Required 10 MB • Network Network Interface Card with RJ-45 jack • Network Cable 1 Cat 5 wired straight through with RJ- 45 connectors • Minimum Screen Resolution 1024 x 768

$SNS Analog Clocks User Manual Page 31 Install Configuration Tool software Appendix – Install/remove Configuration tool software Install Configuration Tool software Follow these steps to install the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool software: 1. Insert the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool software CD. Windows automatically launches the setup wizard and displays a Welcome to the Primex Wireless Configuration Tool Setup Wizard dialog box similar to the one shown here. Note If Windows does not automatically launch the setup wizard, browse to your CD drive and double-click setup.exe to launch the setup wizard. 2. Click the Next> button. The wizard displays a Select Installation Folder dialog box similar to the one shown here. The wizard shows the default installation path (C:\Program Files\Primex Wireless\Primex Wireless Configuration Tool) in the Folder field. 3. You may determine the impact of installing the configuration tool on your computer by clicking the Disk Cost button. The wizard displays a Primex Wireless Configuration Tool Disk Space dialog box similar to the one shown here. The Primex Wireless Configuration Tool Disk Space dialog box shows all available drives on your computer with their disk size, free space available, amount of space required to install the configuration tool and amount of space remaining after installation of the configuration tool.$

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