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Time and date

SOL-7000 uses an internal clock to calculate schedules, times and daily progressions.

Why it matters​

Correct date and time are needed for:

  • dawn;
  • sunset;
  • automatic programs;
  • seasonal progressions;
  • AstroGPS;
  • Custom2.

Route:

MENU -> Modify -> Date / Time

Screens displayed:

  1. Modify / Date / Time
  2. Time/Date

Setting​

The Time/Date screen allows you to set the hour, minute, day, month and year.

Commands:

  • LEFT increases hours;
  • UP increases minutes;
  • DOWN increases day;
  • RIGHT increases the month;
  • MENU increases the year, from 2018 to 2099;
  • OK confirms and returns to the main screen.

In this screen MENU does not lead to the next item, because it increases the year. To exit, confirm with OK, or wait 30 seconds without pressing any key: in this case the time and date are not changed.

The change between standard time and daylight saving time is not automatic. When the clocks change, correct the time manually.

Changing the time and date restarts the day counter of the Personal program from zero. See Personal Table.

Set the date and time when you first turn it on and check them again after long periods without power.

If the device is used for seasonal programs or to gradually shift the photoperiod, the clock must be kept correct.

Periodic checks​

Periodically check:

  • current time;
  • date;
  • selected program;
  • consistency between the displayed time and the desired light cycle.

Assistance​

If the time shifts noticeably or the program does not follow the set times, contact assistance indicating the model, date of purchase and observed behavior.