About National
For more than a century, National Time and Signal supplies the finest clock products in the industry. From time-tested wired master clock systems to cutting-edge Wi-Fi clock systems, National has a solution for every need. Join us as we explore the possibilities and benefits of a National Time system.
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National Time & Signal
Description
National Time has been manufacturing WiFi based clocks since 2009. We leveraged this knowledge and experience not only to create a digital clock with unsurpassed features but, is also the easiest to use.
Each clock has a built-in setup wizard making configuring it to your building’s WiFi network a fast and simple process. Configuration can be accomplished using a smart phone or laptop without the need to install any special software. Time synchronization can be provided by any SNTP time server on the internet, or local network.
National Time offers a local TiMEWiSE™ Supervision Server or the TiMEWiSE™ Device Cloud service. When using these National Time services, the connection, signal strength and other statuses of the clocks are monitored. The Supervision Server is a device on the local network eliminating the need for an internet SNTP server. The free TiMEWiSE™ Device Cloud service monitors clock statuses and synchronization history allowing a proactive approach to system maintenance.
National Time’s digital clock series has more features that benefit your organization than any other. National’s exclusive automatic dim feature that decreases the brightness to compensate for low ambient light levels associated with artistic and video productions. This not only provides a pleasant brightness level, but also saves energy during nighttime hours. Nine brightness levels may be selected to satisfy the brightest locations.
A class-change timer function is also supported. A popular option in K-12 schools—count down the time left until students become tardy between classes. Alternately, a count-up timer function can be selected for other custom applications. These events can be scheduled using the TiMEWiSE™ Supervision Server. A smart phone or laptop can also be used to control an elapsed timer or count-down timer. Add a durable metal housing to the long life epoxy filled digit segments and you won’t find better value. Available in both 2.25” and 4” wide bar digits that increase the visibility over clocks of comparable size. 6-Digit versions displaying hours, minutes and seconds are also available.
Features
- Long-Life Epoxy Sealed Display
- Auto-Dim Feature perfect for theatrical, Video, and Artistic Productions, Hospital Surgical Suites, Longer Life, and Power Savings
- 12/24-hr Display Format
- Count-up/down Timer Capability
- No Master Clock Required
- Battery-Less Backup Timekeeping
- Durable Steel Housing
- No Server Software Required
- Leverage Existing WiFi Networks
- Easy Setup
- Compatible with 802.11b/g/n Networks
- Supports Existing Security Schemes
- Compatible with National’s TiMEWiSE™ Family of Devices
Power Options
Clock is furnished with a plug-in wall wort type transformer. Options for hard-wiring into a 120VAC power line or powering the clock from existing 24VAC clock wiring are available, please call, e-mail or chat for a quote.
The TimeCast™ analog clocks make clock system expansion simple. When battery maintenance is not desired, order the 24V wired version. The 24V version can be powered with 24VAC or 24VDC. These can leverage easier to install low voltage power-limited wiring for less costly installation. For line voltage 120V installations, there is a choice of a hard wired transformer that fits in a standard electrical box or a wall transformer that plugs into a nearby standard outlet. Double face clocks can share a single transformer.
All versions include National Time’s exclusive user display interface to simplify installation and troubleshooting. The 12” clock cases have durable ABS case with shatterproof polycarbonate lens. Cases are available in black or grey. The dials are standard white with black numerals and markers. Contact the factory for custom dials and logos for your school or business.
The TimeCast™ analog battery powered analog clocks make clock system expansion simple. Hang wherever a clock is desired without the need for additional system wiring. These energy efficient clocks have a life expectancy of 2.5 years on (3) AA batteries and 5 years with the six battery option.
All versions include National Time’s exclusive user display interface to simplify installation and troubleshooting. Cases are available in black or grey. The dials are standard white with black numerals and markers. Contact the factory for custom dials and logos for your school or business.
Adapter plate allowing the Spectrum surface plastic case to mount to a National Time 143 Flush Clock Box. Typically used for clock replacements at existing flush mount clock locations.
This is a single tab bracket allowing the Surface Plastic Case to mount to wall boxes by other manufacturers such as Simplex and others.
Adapter plate allowing standard two tab mounting clocks to be mounted with single screw anchor. Typically used for batter powered clocks with no need for an electrical box. Fits low profile steel 12” round clocks (LR- 12XX).
Description
NATIONAL TIME has leveraged its century of experience and history of technological advancements to set the industry’s new benchmark for WiFi clocks. The Spectrum clock’s lowest power consumption, easy setup tools and monitoring capabilities will change the perception of battery powered WiFi clocks.
Each clock is equipped with a black plastic case and white polystyrene dial having black markings and hands.
Custom clock dials with your school or company logo are available, with no minimum order. Call, chat or e-mail for more information and a quote!
Features
WiFi Network Connection
Rather than creating a radio frequency spectrum competing RF system of transmitters and repeaters with unpredictable results, WiFi based clocks leverage your initial or previous investment in your building’s existing network infrastructure.This WiFi based system allows technicians and support staff to use familiar diagnostic tools, equipment and training that proprietary RF systems don’t offer. National’s battery clocks connect to 802.11b/g/n WiFi using WPA, WPA2, and open networks. They support DHCP to ease setup effort and utilize SNTP services for time accuracy.
Monitoring Capability
Unlike most RF battery systems and competing WiFi clocks, National’s WiFi connection provides two-way communication. Not only can the connection status to the time service be monitored, so can the WiFi signal level, time synchronization check-in history, battery voltage and other settings. National’s exclusive TIMEWiSE Cloud Service provides these statistics to any PC or hand-held device with an internet connection. Take control and be proactive with your time system rather that wait for complaints from occupants that the clock is off time
Easy Setup
National Time has developed the WiFi Wizard setup interface. Using only a web browser on any WiFi enabled device, the user is led step-by-step through the fast setup process. Alternately, there are also android and iOs apps available. These apps will scan for nearby clocks, automatically download required settings, and verify connection to the selected SNTP time server.
Description
NATIONAL TIME has leveraged its century of experience and history of technological advancements to set the industry’s new benchmark for WiFi clocks. The Spectrum clock’s lowest power consumption, easy setup tools and monitoring capabilities will change the perception of WiFi clocks.
Clocks are in stock and ready for immediate shipment!
Each clock is equipped with an all metal case and white polystyrene dial having black markings and hands. Cases are attractively finished in Powder Gray enamel. Other finishes and glass or shatterproof lens are available upon request
Custom clock dials with your school or company logo are available, with no minimum order. Call,chat or e-mail for more information and a quote!
Features
WiFi Network Connection
Rather than creating a radio frequency spectrum competing RF system of transmitters and repeaters with unpredictable results, WiFi based clocks leverage your initial or previous investment in your building’s existing network infrastructure. This WiFi based system allows technicians and support staff to use familiar diagnostic tools, equipment and training that proprietary RF systems don’t offer. National’s clocks connect to 802.11b/g/n WiFi using WPA, WPA2, and open networks. They support DHCP to ease setup effort and utilize SNTP services for time accuracy.
Monitoring Capability
Unlike most RF battery systems and competing WiFi clocks, National’s WiFi connection provides two-way communication. Not only can the connection status to the time service be monitored, so can the WiFi signal level, time synchronization check-in history, voltage and other settings. National’s exclusive TIMEWiSETM Cloud Service provides these statistics to any PC or hand-held device with an internet connection. Take control and be proactive with your time system rather that wait for complaints from occupants that the clock is off time.
Easy Setup
National Time has developed the WiFi Wizard setup interface. Using only a web browser on any WiFi enabled device, the user is led step-by-step through the fast setup process. Alternately, there are also Android and iOS apps available. These apps will scan for nearby clocks, automatically download required settings, and verify connection to the selected SNTP time server.
Description
NATIONAL TIME has leveraged its century of experience and history of technological advancements to set the industry’s new benchmark for WiFi clocks. The Spectrum clock’s lowest power consumption, easy setup tools and monitoring capabilities will change the perception of battery powered WiFi clocks.
Each clock is equipped with an all metal case and white polystyrene dial having black markings and hands. Cases are attractively finished in Powder Gray enamel. Other finishes are available upon request.
Custom clock dials with your school or company logo are available, with no minimum order. Call,chat or e-mail for more information and a quote!
Features
WiFi Network Connection
Rather than creating a radio frequency spectrum competing RF system of transmitters and repeaters with unpredictable results, WiFi based clocks leverage your initial or previous investment in your building’s existing network infrastructure.This WiFi based system allows technicians and support staff to use familiar diagnostic tools, equipment and training that proprietary RF systems don’t offer. National’s battery clocks connect to 802.11b/g/n WiFi using WPA, WPA2, and open networks. They support DHCP to ease setup effort and utilize SNTP services for time accuracy
Monitoring Capability
Unlike most RF battery systems and competing WiFi clocks, National’s WiFi connection provides two-way communication. Not only can the connection status to the time service be monitored, so can the WiFi signal level, time synchronization check-in history, battery voltage and other settings. National’s exclusive TIMEWiSE TM Cloud Service provides these statistics to any PC or hand-held device with an internet connection. Take control and be proactive with your time system rather that wait for complaints from occupants that the clock is off time.
Easy Setup
National Time has developed the WiFi Wizard setup interface. Using only a web browser on any WiFi enabled device, the user is led step-by-step through the fast setup process.
The TimeCast™ analog clocks make clock system expansion simple. When battery maintenance is not desired, order the 24V wired version. The 24V version can be powered with 24VAC or 24VDC. These can leverage easier to install low voltage power-limited wiring for less costly installation. For line voltage 120V installations, there is a choice of a hard wired transformer that fits in a standard electrical box or a wall transformer that plugs into a nearby standard outlet. Double face clocks can share a single transformer.
All versions include National Time’s exclusive user display interface to simplify installation and troubleshooting. The 12” clock cases have durable ABS case with shatterproof polycarbonate lens. Cases are available in black or grey. The dials are standard white with black numerals and markers. Contact the factory for custom dials and logos for your school or business.
The TimeCastTM digital clock series has more features that ben- efit your organization than any other. NATSCO’s exclusive au- tomatic dim feature decreases the brightness to compensate for low ambient light levels associated with surgical suites and video productions. This not only provides a pleasant bright- ness level, but also saves energy during nighttime hours. Nine brightness levels may be selected to satisfy the brightest loca- tions. Add a durable metal housing to the long life epoxy filled digit segments and you won’t find better value. Available in both 2.3” and 4” wide bar digits that increase the visibility over clocks of comparable size. 6-Digit versions dis- playing hours, minutes and seconds are also available.
The 24VAC/DC version can leverage easier to install, low voltage, power-limited wiring for less costly installation. The 120V version can use a local 120V circuit. The hard wired version includes a 120/24V transformer that mounts in a stan- dard electrical box. The wall transformer version can plug into a nearby stan- dard 120V outlet. Cases are available in black or grey.
The OLED display behind each clock pro- vides easy setup and diagnosis. Quickly de- termine if the TimeCastTM signal and time data has been received. At a glance, determine the signal strength from the clock back to the base station, last check-in, number of peer clocks within range and other information. User buttons provide menu navigation and setting initial time and date if necessary. Clock settings such as brightness, auto-dim thresholds, time zone and test routines also utilize this easy to understand display.
Unique QR code at each clock directly links to the free NATSCO cloud service. Complete check-in history with signal strength and nearby clock information is displayed as well as product information and trouble shooting assistance.
A cost-effective base station is the beginning of your TimeCast™ system. This Power-over-Ethernet (POE) unit is small enough to mount wherever needed. For installations without POE, the unit can be powered with a 5VDC micro USB wall plug.
The easy to understand user interface with 4-line display makes setup a breeze. The LAN connection can use a local or internet SNTP time server to keep accurate time. A battery-less backup system can keep time during outages for over 10 days.
TimeCast™ signals are transmitted to all nearby clocks and is repeated by each clock for complete building coverage. All secondary clock information is gathered by the base station and stored locally or uploaded to the free National Time cloud service.
Description
The National Time PS-3, PS-6, PS-12 Power Supplies are designed to compliment National Time's Master Clocks with low voltage digital and/or analog clocks. Each offers power limited transformer(s) with individual circuit breakers to allow less costly Class 2 wiring installations. Each transformer can supply 3.12A of 24VAC. For 2- wire clock systems, each transformer supports a clock circuit, while for 3-wire systems one transformer supplies 'run' power while another supplies the 'reset' power for a clock circuit. The power supplies may be converted to Remote Power Boosters with the addition of the optional PS-Relays. Each power supply is housed in a durable steel enclosure designed to match National Time's Master Clocks and create an integrated and attractive installation.
PS-3:
One 3.12A 120/24VAC Transformer will support one 2-wire clock circuit. Order one PS-Relay to create circuit booster supply. 9"x8"x4" Enclosure. Two knockouts each side.
PS-6:
Two 3.12A 120/24VAC Transformers will support either two 2-wire clock circuits, or one 3- wire clock circuit. Order one PS-Relay to create a dual circuit 2-wire booster, or two PS-Relays to create a 3- wire circuit booster supply. 9"x8"x4" Enclosure. Two knockouts each side.
PS-12:
Four 3.12A 120/24VAC Transformers will support either four 2-wire clock circuits, or two 3- wire circuits. Order one PS-Relay to create a quad circuit 2-wire booster, or two PS-Relays to create a dual 3-wire circuit booster supply. 12"x12"x4" Enclosure. Two knockouts top and bottom.
Features
- 120VAC/24VAC Power Supply
- UL Recognized Power-Limited Isolation Transformers
- Individual Circuit Breakers
- Durable Steel Enclosure
- Integrated System Look
- Flush and Surface Mount Versions
- Made in the U.S.A.
Description
The PS-DRIVER-2/15A output module provides general purpose solid state outputs to be used in conjunction with other National Time products to either add additional outputs or to enhance the performance of a standard relay output. “Zero-Cross” turn on technology greatly reduces inrush currents and contact arcing exhibited by standard relay type control circuits.
A standard MC100 Master Clock’s relay output performance may be enhanced with the addition of the PS-DRIVER-2/15A output module. When On-Demand resets are superimposed on an existing synchronous clock circuit, it is recommended to utilize this solid state output to eliminate the contact damaging arcing and high currents caused by high inductive loads like synchronous clock motors.
The 5 amp outputs share a common feed which may be either 120VAC or 24VAC depending upon the clock or auxiliary device requirements. The outputs are individually fused with standard glass fuses. The PS-DRIVER-2/15A module may be controlled with equipment by others since the outputs are controlled via two open-collector inputs of either AC or DC power with a wide operating range of 5 to 24 volts.
Mounting
When ordered as PS-DRIVER-2/15A Output module, the board comes mounted in a heavy gauge steel enclosure (9”L x 8”W x 4”H). Mounting holes are provided to mount an additional PS-DRIVER-2/5A-BO module to provide four outputs in the same enclosure.
Description
The PS-DRIVER-2/5A output module provides general purpose solid state outputs to be used in conjunction with other National Time products to either add additional outputs or to enhance the performance of a standard relay output. “Zero-Cross” turn on technology greatly reduces inrush currents and contact arcing exhibited by standard relay type control circuits.
A standard MC100 Master Clock’s relay output performance may be enhanced with the addition of the PS-DRIVER-2/5A output module. When On-Demand resets are superimposed on an existing synchronous clock circuit, it is recommended to utilize this solid state output to eliminate the contact damaging arcing and high currents caused by high inductive loads like synchronous clock motors.
The 5 amp outputs share a common feed which may be either 120VAC or 24VAC depending upon the clock or auxiliary device requirements. The outputs are individually fused with standard glass fuses. The PS-DRIVER-2/5A module may be controlled with equipment by others since the outputs are controlled via two open-collector inputs of either AC or DC power with a wide operating range of 5 to 24 volts.
Mounting
When ordered as PS-DRIVER-2/5A Output module, the board comes mounted in a heavy gauge steel enclosure (9”L x 8”W x 4”H). Mounting holes are provided to mount an additional PS-DRIVER-2/5A-BO module to provide four outputs in the same enclosure.
Description
The PS-DRIVER-2/5A output module provides general purpose solid state outputs to be used in conjunction with other National Time products to either add additional outputs or to enhance the performance of a standard relay output. “Zero-Cross” turn on technology greatly reduces inrush currents and contact arcing exhibited by standard relay type control circuits.
A standard MC100 Master Clock’s relay output performance may be enhanced with the addition of the PS-DRIVER-2/5A output module. When On-Demand resets are superimposed on an existing synchronous clock circuit, it is recommended to utilize this solid state output to eliminate the contact damaging arcing and high currents caused by high inductive loads like synchronous clock motors.
The 5 amp outputs share a common feed which may be either 120VAC or 24VAC depending upon the clock or auxiliary device requirements. The outputs are individually fused with standard glass fuses. The PS-DRIVER-2/5A module may be controlled with equipment by others since the outputs are controlled via two open-collector inputs of either AC or DC power with a wide operating range of 5 to 24 volts.
Mounting
The PS-DRIVER-2/5A-BO Output module (Board Only) may be ordered separately and mounted into a suitable enclosure, or with the PS-DRIVER-2/5A.
Description
The PS-DRIVER-2/5A output module provides general purpose solid state outputs to be used in conjunction with other National Time products to either add additional outputs or to enhance the performance of a standard relay output. “Zero-Cross” turn on technology greatly reduces inrush currents and contact arcing exhibited by standard relay type control circuits.
A standard MC100 Master Clock’s relay output performance may be enhanced with the addition of the PS-DRIVER-2/5A output module. When On-Demand resets are superimposed on an existing synchronous clock circuit, it is recommended to utilize this solid state output to eliminate the contact damaging arcing and high currents caused by high inductive loads like synchronous clock motors.
The 5 amp outputs share a common feed which may be either 120VAC or 24VAC depending upon the clock or auxiliary device requirements. The outputs are individually fused with standard glass fuses. The PS-DRIVER-2/5A module may be controlled with equipment by others since the outputs are controlled via two open-collector inputs of either AC or DC power with a wide operating range of 5 to 24 volts.
Mounting
When ordered as PS-DRIVER-2/5A-MP Output module, the board comes mounted to a heavy gauge steel plate to allow mounting in a separate enclosure or in an MC100 Back Box. (same mounting footprint as an MC100 Relay board. Mounting holes are provided to mount an additional PS-DRIVER-2/5A-BO module.
Description
The Web Enabled Network Controller is a LAN programmable Master Clock in its simplest form. It synchronizes its time with your local LAN or NIST over the internet. Two 120VAC solid state outputs can control clock circuits, power supplies, or auxiliary outputs such as tones, bells, lights etc. Programming is accomplished using a web browser from any PC on the network or internet.
Features
- Two 120VAC Solid-State Outputs
- Clock and/or Auxiliary Control
- Selectable Clock System Compatibility
- Automatic Daylight Savings
- LAN Interface
- Remote Web Browser Programming
- Handles Thousands of Events
- Multiple Schedules
- Made in the U.S.A.
More Details
The WeNC is an Internet/LAN based clock system and auxiliary circuit controller. The WeNC comes equipped with two 120VAC 500W solid state outputs. These outputs can be configured to control National Time's clocks as well as most popular clocks of other manufacturers. The outputs can also be used for auxiliary devices such as bells, chimes, tones etc. typically found in schools. The WeNC operates on any TCP/IP-based Ethernet network, and automatically synchronizes the clock system with any standard NTP or SNTP time server or with the official United States atomic clock time source in Boulder, Colorado. The WeNC automatically corrects for daylight savings time and power outages. The WeNC can be configured, programmed, and monitored from any PC on the LAN network through a standard browser interface and a dedicated PC is not required during normal operation. Multiple WeNCs can be utilized to synchronize multiple clock systems throughout a campus, city, district, and beyond.