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Subject: Radio Synchronized Clock
From: Brian Whatcott (inet@XXX.XXX)
Date: Thu Feb 28 2002 - 08:14:22 EST
I was browsing a clockmaker's catalog yesterday, and saw the range of
mechanical and quartz clock movements on offer. I was surprised to see a
clock module not much bigger than the quartz clock module with which I
expect you are familiar.
I knew the quartz modules can be had for $10, but I was surprised to see
the radio clock module was on offer at $24 (year 2000 prices).
The recent thread querying the effective range of such devices came to
mind. I did not take much notice at the time. But a clock that will hold
1 second accuracy indefinitely and powered by one or two available cells
has its attractions.
I notice the proviso that the clock face be radio transparent, so I suppose
that a metal cabin interior would not be practical. Has anybody sailed
with one of these devices?
Brian Whatcott
Altus OK Eureka!
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