[time-nuts] Re: Question about Symmetricom ET6000

Ziggy ziggy9+timenuts at pumpkinbrook.com
Wed Oct 16 21:43:22 UTC 2024


The D7 could mean it's in 'Dynamic' mode. I suggest a complete reset 
(hold menu key down and power on) to start with.
Then you'll know what you're starting with.
The TCXO units aren't bad, but the OCXO units are 'better', depending on 
what you need.

I have firmware - I'll send it off list.

Paul - K9MR

On 2024-10-15 21:51, AC0XU (Jim) via time-nuts wrote:
> Time-Nuts-
> 
> I have a Symmetricom ET6000 which reports acquisition but no date/time 
> or oscillator lock. The front panel says "mode D7", which I don't find 
> mentioned in the ET6000 Users Guide or the Encore Users Guide.
> 
> Anyone know what "mode D7" means?
> 
> I understand that this unit has a TCXO and is not known for great 
> stability, but apparently the firmware can be swapped out for an OCXO 
> version. Does anyone have access to that firmware?
> 
> Thanks-
> 
> Jim
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