Black Box ASTCKEY - Manual (Page 8)

Auto-Sync Time Clock
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1.2.3. Benefits
 Assures financial institutions’ compliance with OATS Rule 7430 as per
FINRA/SEC.
 The Auto-Sync Time Clock will continue to function and maintain time as a
stand-alone unit, even if it does not receive synchronization from an NTP time
server.
 The Auto-Sync Time Clock is the highest quality OATS-compliant time stamp
available.
 Time sync transaction files are automatically maintained in the Auto-Sync Time
Clock and can be saved to file, viewed, or printed as desired.
 Visible alarms on time stamp imprint and LCD display provide notification of
time synchronization failure (see Figure 6-8).
 Provides a solution for industry sectors that require strict adherence to good
time keeping practices.
 No server software required, which means minimal IT staff involvement and
lower support costs due to streamlined setup.
1.2.4. Hardware Features
 Maintains accurate time to within four tenths of a second over a 24-hour period
once synchronized.
 Time imprint format includes seconds as per FINRA OATS 7430 requirements.
 Prints through up to 6 multiple-part carbonless copies.
 Capable of printing alphanumeric characters in two separate lines.
 Optional Full Power Reserve permits clock operation and/or stamping in the
event of power outage.
 Quick and easy ribbon cartridge replacement.
 Time validation via Ethernet connection to internal or external time servers.
 Optional PoE accessory, which includes the FPR option.
1.2.5. Requirements
A Web browser and Ethernet connection is required to setup and time synchronize
the Auto-Sync Time Clock.