WaveWare Adaptive Serial LED Clock User Manual
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Alpha
Serial Clock
User Manual
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http://www.adaptivedisplays.com/Pages/techdoc.htm
— Make sure DIP switch #8 is set to OFF (see page 10)
© 1997-2001 Adaptive Micro Systems
Form No. 9703-3006A
11/21/2001
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NOTE: Due to continuing product innovation, specifications in
this document are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 1997-2001 Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Adaptive Micro Systems
7840 North 86th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53224 USA
414-357-2020
414-357-2029 (fax)
http://www.adaptivedisplays.com
The following are trademarks of Adaptive Micro Systems: Adaptive,
Alpha, AlphaNet plus, AlphaEclipse, AlphaPremiere, AlphaTicker,
AlphaVision, AlphaVision InfoTracker, Automode, BetaBrite, BetaBrite
Director, BetaBrite Messaging Software, Big Dot, PPD, Smart Alec, Solar,
TimeNet.
The distinctive trade dress of this product is a trademark claimed by
Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc.
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Contents
Introduction ...........................................................................................................1
Power supply (AC adapter) ....................................................................................1
Master/Slave modes ..............................................................................................2
Setting the time .....................................................................................................3
Bright/Dim switch ..................................................................................................3
Stand alone operation ............................................................................................3
Network configurations—Adding serial clocks to an Alpha® network ..................4
Time zone adjust feature ........................................................................................6
Wall mounting .......................................................................................................8
Countertop or desk mounting ................................................................................8
Using end-of-line terminators with serial clocks ....................................................9
Setting the #5 DIP switch .....................................................................................10
Setting the #8 DIP switch to OFF ..........................................................................10
Clock specifications .............................................................................................11
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Serial Clock Warranty
Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that
the sign, keyboard and power supply will be free of defects in
workmanship and materials for a period of ninety (90) days from the date
of purchase.
Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc. will without charge, repair or replace,
at its option, defective product or component parts upon delivery to the
factory service department accompanied by proof of the date of purchase
in the form of a sales receipt.
This warranty does not apply in the event of any misuse or abuse of
the product, or as a result of any unauthorized repairs or alterations. This
warranty does not apply if the serial number is altered, defaced or
removed from the sign. Incandescent lamps used in incandescent
products are not covered by this warranty.
The purchase price of this product does not include, from Adaptive
Micro Systems, Inc., any on-site support, service or maintenance.
Local ordinances prohibiting the use of flashing signs may exist in
some locations. Compliance with local ordinances is the sole
responsibility of the customer.
To obtain warranty coverage, this product must be registered. Please
complete the enclosed warranty registration card and mail it to Adaptive
Micro Systems, Inc.
How to Obtain Warranty Service on Alpha® Products
To obtain warranty service on Alpha® products:
1. Contact the dealer/distributor from whom the product was
purchased. If you do not know where the product was purchased,
contact Adaptive Micro Systems Customer Service at 414-357-2020.
2. If the dealer/distributor cannot service the product, obtain a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number through that company.
An RMA number is required to obtain warranty service.
3. Fill out the Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) Form on the
following page. To obtain warranty service, this form including the
RMA number must accompany the product.
4. Follow return instructions on the RMA form to return to Adaptive
Micro Systems, Inc.
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Return Merchandise Authorization Form
RMA Number: _________________________
Date of Purchase: ________________________________
Company Name: ________________________________
Contact Person: ________________________________
Address: ________________________________
________________________________
Phone Number: ________________________________
Description of Problem: __________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
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Return Instructions:
Step 1: Obtain an RMA number from your dealer/distributor.
Step 2: Fill out this form and include proof of purchase receipt if product is under warranty.
Step 3: Pack this form and the product in the original carton (or a suitable replacement). Please write
the RMA number on the outside of the package. Any damage to the product during shipment
is the responsibility of the freight company or the owner of the product.
Step 4: Ship the package, postage/shipping prepaid to:
Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc.
Attn: RMA No. ___________
7840 North 86th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53224
PLEASE WRITE THE RMA NUMBER ON THE LABEL OF THE SHIPPING BOX - THANK YOU.
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EMI Compliance
The Alpha® serial clock complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
are limits designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications made to the Alpha
not been expressly approved by Adaptive Micro Systems, Inc. could void
your authority to operate the Alpha
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serial clock.
NOTE: Damage to clock can occur if exposed to direct sunlight or
moisture. Do not expose clock to direct sunlight or moisture.
Clock is for indoor use only—do not use outdoors.
NOTE: Damage to clock can occur if clock overheats. Make sure that
there is adequate ventilation and air flows on all sides of the
clock to avoid overheating.
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serial clock that have
Clock has no customer serviceable parts. Return to
manufacturer if service is required.
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