The Solari Udine MCK 2245 is a master clock and programmable signaler primarily used for driving centralized clock systems and controlling scheduled acoustic or lighting signals (e.g., school bells). Key Technical Specifications
Purpose: Acts as a synchronization source for secondary (slave) clocks and a programmable timer.
Battery Backup: Includes internal 24V rechargeable batteries (typically two 12V 2Ah batteries in series) to maintain operation and line pulses during power failures. Connectivity:
Features four synchronization output lines and an RS232 serial I/O line. solari udine mck 2245 manuale work
An Ethernet version, the MCK 2245/ETH, supports NTP protocol for local or wide area network synchronization.
Time Synchronization: Can be synchronized via external signals like DCF77 (Frankfurt radio signal), GPS, or serial lines.
Automatic Adjustments: It is designed to handle automatic Daylight Saving Time changes. Manual and Resources The Solari Udine MCK 2245 is a master
While the specific manual for the 2245 variant is often sought in technical forums, general instructions for the MCK series cover most installation and programming steps:
Official Documentation: A general installation and use manual for the MCK series is available from Solari di Udine (Manual code: 7.7.01.046.9).
Community Forums: Detailed discussions on troubleshooting and repair for similar Solari models can be found on specialist sites like Flip Clock Fans and AISOR. Solari Udine MCK 2245 — Manuale e guida
Replacement Parts: Technicians often note that failures in these units can sometimes be traced to aged capacitors on the CPU board. manuale mck.indd
The original paper manuals are now rare. Solari Udine has since evolved into Solari di Udine S.p.A. (now part of the Solari Digital Solutions group). They do not typically support 1980s-1990s hardware anymore. However, here are three channels to find the PDF:
A note on authenticity: Beware of PDFs titled "MCK 2245 manual" that are only 2 pages long – those are user guides. A true Manuale di Lavoro is 40–80 pages, including fold-out schematic sheets.