Satellite Time Server
Precise time server with GPS/GNSS signal and internal backup
- Less than one nanosecond accuracy vs UTC
- Internal OCXO backup up to 72 hours
- NTP v4, SNTP and PTP support
- GPS + GLONASS + Galileo receiver
- Anti-spoofing protection
- 36-month warranty
About the Satellite Time Server
The Mahan Electronic Parnia Satellite Time Server is a reference time source for computer networks, delivering time with less than one nanosecond error versus UTC through a GPS/GNSS receiver.
It supports NTP v4, SNTP and PTP protocols and includes an internal OCXO backup that maintains accuracy for up to 72 hours during satellite signal loss. Anti-spoofing protection secures your network time.
Key highlights
- Less than one nanosecond accuracy vs UTC
- Internal OCXO backup up to 72 hours
- NTP v4, SNTP and PTP support
- GPS + GLONASS + Galileo receiver
- Anti-spoofing protection
- 36-month warranty
Use cases
- Data centers and server farms
- Banks and financial institutions for accurate transaction timestamps
- Telecom operators and 5G networks
- Industrial control and SCADA systems
- Radio and TV broadcasting organizations
Technical specifications
| Time accuracy | < 1 nanosecond vs UTC |
|---|---|
| Protocols | NTP v4, SNTP, PTP |
| Satellite receiver | GPS + GLONASS + Galileo |
| Network ports | 2 x Gigabit Ethernet |
| Internal backup | OCXO up to 72 hours |
| Operating voltage | 100–240V AC |
| Operating temperature | -10 to +50 C |
| Warranty | 36 months |
How to set up the Satellite Time Server
- 1
Install the antenna
Mount the GPS antenna with clear sky view and connect it to the device.
- 2
Connect the network
Connect the gigabit Ethernet ports to your organization's network.
- 3
Configure protocol
Use the web interface to configure NTP/PTP and addressing.
- 4
Synchronize
Wait for the device to acquire satellite lock and serve reference time.
Frequently asked questions
What is a satellite time server?+
A device that receives precise time from satellites and serves it to a computer network via NTP/PTP.
How accurate is the time?+
Less than one nanosecond versus UTC.
What happens if the GPS signal is lost?+
The internal OCXO backup maintains accuracy for up to 72 hours.
Which protocols are supported?+
NTP v4, SNTP and PTP.
What warranty does it include?+
A 36-month warranty with technical support.
For precise and secure network time synchronization in data centers, banks and mission-critical networks, the Satellite Time Server with NTP/PTP support and internal backup is a professional choice.