Veracity TIMENET Pro Master VTN-TN-PRO NTP Server

The Veracity TIMENET Pro Master VTN-TN-PRO is an NTP (Network Time Protocol) server which offers a universal solution by providing accurate, reference time signals for any Ethernet network, especially in closed networks. 

Most network installations require a reference time signal for synchronising system clocks to ensure they are always set precisely to the correct time. It is crucial that all CCTV recordings are accurately time-stamped, especially for evidential purposes.

Most Digital Video Recorder (DVR) products - especially those which are PC-based - have inaccurate internal clocks which can drift by many seconds per week. Considering that DVR and NVR systems should run unattended for months or years, the time settings can end up being in error by many minutes, or even hours.

Further, multiple recorders and devices will drift apart time-wise, reducing the veracity of evidential data.

Application

Compact Solution

Whilst traditional solutions involve atomic clock radio receivers or GPS sensors linked to an expensive rack-mounted master clock server, TIMENET Pro integrates the GPS receiver and NTP clock server into a compact device for direct connection to the network.

TIMENET Pro can be wall-mounted, uses very little power and is less than half the cost of competing solutions. TIMENET Pro can be powered over the network by POE, or locally by a low voltage power supply.

Browser Interface

TIMENET Pro provides a clean and simple browser interface for setting up the IP address and configuration password. The status tab displays information such as system up-time, GPS lock, UTC and local time, plus an extremely useful satellite signal meter. This meter shows satellites in view, and their signal strength.

Installer Friendly

Simply connect the antenna to the TIMENET Pro and the TIMENET Pro to your POE network switch. Configure the IP address via the easy-to-use browser interface and the TIMENET Pro installation is complete. The antenna that is supplied with the unit includes a 5 metre long cable. This can be further extended by adding an optional 10 metre cable (VTN-EXTEND).

The antenna has a self-adhesive surface which can be fixed to any window which has a view of the sky. The standard antenna is also rated for external use and so can be externally mounted on a roof, window or wall etc. As an alternative to POE, TIMENET Pro can be powered by an optional 12V DC supply (VPSU-12V-U).

Features:

• TIMENET Pro supports all NTP compatible devices
• Ideal for synchronising VMS + ACS servers & clients
• Ideal for closed or secure networks
• Ideal for mobile or vehicle-based applications
• POE-powered device (or 12V DC input), low power (1.5W)
• Simple browser interface allows fast installation
• Wide operating temperature range