TWACS - ORION FOR CENTRON METER R USER GUIDE R R Y10426-TUM
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Table of Contents Figures and Tables iii Using this Manual 1 Purpose . . . . . . . Warnings . . . . . . . Icon Definitions . . . . Related Documentation Support . . . . . . . Let Us Know How We’re . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figures and Tables Figure 1.1 Figure 1.2 Table 1.1 Figure 1.3 Table 0.1 Figure 2.1 Figure 2.2 Figure 2.3 Figure 2.4 Figure 2.5 Table 2.2 Figure 2.6 Table 3.1 Table 3.2 Table 3.3 Table 3.4 Table 3.5 Electric Meter Transceiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ORION transmitters for water, gas, and remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ORION transmitter specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Hand Held Transceiver keypad functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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USING THIS MANUAL This section contains information that helps you understand and use this manual. Chapter at a Glance Purpose . . . . . . . . . . Warnings . . . . . . . . . . Icon Definitions. . . . . . . Related Documentation . . . Support . . . . . . . . . . Let Us Know How We’re Doing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TWACS® - ORION® for CENTRON® Meter User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Purpose Purpose This TWACS® - ORION ®for CENTRON® Meter User Guide contains theory of operation, pre-installation considerations, hardware installation procedures, and instructions for using an HHTR tool to establish the communication link between the ORION and EMTR.
Using this Manual Icon Definitions Icon Definition HAZARD Indicates electrical equipment hazards and resulting death or serious injury from misuse. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which - if precautions are not taken - could result in death or serious personal injury. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which- if precautions are not taken - may result in minor or moderate injury.
Related Documentation Related Documentation The following publications are referenced in this Integrated Metering Transponder for Electromechanical Meters User Guide. The documents listed below plus the latest version of all other DCSI technical publications are available through the TWACS Portal (https://portal.twacs.com/).
CHAPTER CHAPTER 0 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION CHAPTER0 This chapter provides a brief overview of the TWACS-ORION system, explains how the TWACS-ORION system interfaces with the TWACS system, and describes the functions of the EMTR, HHTR, and ORION transmitter. It is useful for installers and personnel who would benefit from an overview of the entire system. Chapter at a Glance System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Overview System Overview The TWACS® - ORION® system utilizes radio frequency (RF) transmission communication between a RF-enabled auxiliary meter and a RF-enabled CENTRON® meter. Data relative to energy usage from auxiliary gas, water, or another electric meter can be gathered and retrieved in this manner. The system provides selectable Total Consumption data and Present Consumption data based on the hourly interval meter reading.
Installation and Operation Theory of Operation The DCSI TWACS® - ORION® system operates within the 916.450 MHz UHF radio frequency range on channel 43A. This unlicensed frequency band is known as the ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band. All components in the DCSI TWACS® - ORION®system comply with FCC (Federal Communications Commission) rules and regulations for radio devices operating in this frequency range. This band provides up to 79 channels; the TWACS® - ORION®system uses 51 of these channels.
Theory of Operation Electric Meter Transceiver (EMTR) The EMTR is an electronic module assembly (EMA) that is installed in a TWACS-enabled CENTRON meter. The EMTR is connected to the EMT-3C-MP transponder during meter/transponder integration. The EMTR adds functionality to the host EMT-3C-MP. It does not communicate over the power line, but uploads the data to the EMT-3C-MP that has power line TWACS capabilities. The EMTR can communicate with up to four ORION transmitters.
Installation and Operation RF TWACS and Badger Meter, Inc. ORION® Transmitter The DCSI RF TWACS System and the Badger Meter, Inc. ORION transmitter are capable of data communication. The ORION module uses the RF bubble-up broadcast mode to communicate (one way) from the auxiliary meter to the electric meter. The ORION transmitter sends customer usage data (at 100Kbps) every five seconds on the 916.450 MHz frequency channel. The RF TWACS system receives this data and transmits it to the EMTR.
Theory of Operation Hand Held Transceiver (HHTR) The DCSI Hand Held Transceiver (HHTR) is used to configure and setup the EMTR (installed in the electric meter). The HHTR is also used to create the communication link between the EMTR and the ORION transmitter and can be used to test the radio link. Figure 1.
Installation and Operation Navigating the HHTR Screens Use the arrow buttons to navigate through the HHTR screens. Table 1.2 HHTR screen navigation buttons Button Number Graphic Function 7 8 9 0 NOTE 7 8 9 0 Move left Move up Move right Move down When pressing the 7, 8, 9, or 0 numeric button, the HHTR automatically determines whether the numeric or scroll functionality of the button is required.
Theory of Operation • Com Stat - Presents configuration status screens (See page 15).This status information is read from the EMTR. • RMTR - RMTR menu. EMTR - Main menu selection. • Status - Presents EMTR status data screens. • Replace - Presents screens that enable replacement of the EMTR (See page 17). • Delete - Presents screens that enable removal of the ORION from the Remt List (See page 15). • Remt List - Displays list of linked ORION transmitters. Serial Com - Not used.
Installation and Operation RF Hardware Installation This section provides instructions for installing the RF hardware onsite. A functioning network can be created and its functionality verified before leaving the site. Pre-Installation Field Survey The field survey is used to review the environmental conditions present at any particular location and lay out the system to maximize performance. DCSI recommends that you conduct a field survey before performing the actual hardware installation.
RF Hardware Installation The following environmental factors or conditions may affect RF transmission between the ORION unit and the EMTR located at the electric meter. • Metal Objects Metal objects significantly reduce the strength of the signals reaching the receiver. Ensure that no metal cladding, cabling, mirrors, water tanks, refrigerators, pipes, etc. are near the ORION or EMTR. The straight-line path between both units should be as unobstructed as possible.
Installation and Operation Installing a New EMTR Module This procedure installs an EMTR module by installing an RF-equipped CENTRON meter. Technicians must install this equipment in accordance with all National and Local Code provisions. WARNING WARNING - EXPLOSIVE HAZARD - Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.
RF Hardware Installation ORION Equipment Installation Follow the Badger Meter, Inc.equipment installation instructions to install the ORION transmitter. Installers must install the ORION equipment in accordance with all National and Local Code provisions. Installing a Replacement EMTR Module This procedure is the same as installing a new EMTR-equipped meter except that previous usage data must be retrieved and ORION/EMTR linkage information must be reassigned to the replacement EMTR. 1.
Installation and Operation ORION and EMTR Communication Setup This section explains the steps required to use the HHTR to configure, link, and remove/replace an ORION or EMTR. RF equipment setup procedures consist of configuring the EMTR and making the RF communication link between the ORION and EMTR.
ORION and EMTR Communication Setup Orion Menu Select: Install Com Stat 5. Press the Enter button to accept Install. Orion Install Menu Enter the Serial #, Orn S/N:_______ Enter To Accept 6. Enter the ORION serial number in the spaces provided, if it is not automatically entered for you. 7. Press the Enter button. Orion Install Menu Select: Water Nat Gas Propane Electric 8. Press the Enter button. Orion Install Menu Enter the Serial #, EMTR S/N:_______ Enter To Accept 9. Press the Enter button.
Installation and Operation Orion Install Menu Checking EMTR Tables Please Wait... Orion Install Menu Success! EMTR: X Orion: XXXX 10. Press the Esc button to return to the ORION Menu or press the down arrow to view the current configuration status as described in Configuration/Installation Status on page 22. If you receive an error message, press the Esc button, then repeat steps 2-10. NOTE Your previously selected options will appear on the screens when you repeat steps 2-10.
ORION and EMTR Communication Setup EMTR Menu Select Status Delete Remt List Replace Use the arrow buttons to select Delete. 5. Press the Enter button. The Remote Menu appears. 4. Remote Menu Select: ORION RMTR 6. Press the Enter button. EMTR: Delete Orion Enter the Serial #, EMTR S/N:_______ Enter To Accept 7. Enter the serial number of the EMTR in the EMTR S/N field, if it is not automatically entered for you. 8. Press the Enter button. EMTR: Delete Orion Enter the Serial #, Orn.
Installation and Operation The Success! screen displays, indicating that the ORION has been successfully removed from the Remt List table stored in the EMTR. EMTR: Delete Orion Success! 11. Press the Esc button twice to return to the Main Menu screen. Replace the EMTR This procedure downloads the Remt List from the existing EMTR to the HHTR so the Remt List can be uploaded to the replacement EMTR. Two important conditions apply to this procedure: 1.
ORION and EMTR Communication Setup Main Menu Order Serial Com REMOTE TWACS HHTR Config EMTR 2. Press the down arrow button to position the cursor in front of the EMTR option. Main Menu Order Serial Com REMOTE TWACS HHTR Config EMTR 3. Press the Enter button. The EMTR menu appears. EMTR Menu Select Replace Delete Status Remt. List 4. Press the Enter button. The following screen appears. EMTR: Replacement Select: Read Old EMTR Write New EMTR 5. Press the Enter button. The following screen appears.
Installation and Operation EMTR: Replacement Receiving RMTR List, Please Wait... EMTR: Replacement Success! NOTE At this point in the procedure, the technician must replace the “old” utility meter with a replacement integrated meter/EMTR combination. 8. Press the Esc button once and the following screen appears. EMTR: Replacement Select: Read Old EMTR Write New EMTR 9. Press the Enter button. The Order Number screen appears. EMTR: Replacement Verify Order # XXXXX ESC: No, Enter: Yes 10.
ORION and EMTR Communication Setup EMTR: Replacement Success! 12. Press the Esc button three times to return to the Main Menu screen. -ORPress the On/Off button.
CHAPTER 2 TESTING, TROUBLESHOOTING, AND MAINTENANCE This chapter explains how to test and manage typical TWACS-ORION system problems. It is useful for installers and meter shop personnel. Chapter at a Glance Troubleshooting and Error Messages Configuration/Installation Status. HHTR Displayed Error Codes . . . Remote Test Set (RTS) . . . . Meter Shop Test System . . . . . . Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . Return Procedures . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting and Error Messages Troubleshooting and Error Messages When necessary, the HHTR can run a self-diagnostics test. If there is a problem, it will respond with an appropriate error code. For RF communication, and HHTR or user error codes, refer to HHTR Displayed Error Codes on page 26.
Chapter 2 • Testing, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance 2. Press the down arrow once to position the arrow cursor in front of the REMOTE option. Main Menu Order Serial Com REMOTE TWACS HHTR Config EMTR 3. Press the Enter button. Remote Menu Select: ORION RMTR 4. Press the Enter button to accept the ORION default selection. Orion Menu Select: Install Com Stat 5. Press the down arrow once to position the arrow cursor in front of the Com Stat option. Orion Menu Select: Install Com Stat 6.
Troubleshooting Scenarios The following two screens appear. Orion Com Status Collecting data from EMTR. Please Wait... Orion Com Status Success! EMTR:_________ Orion:_________ 11. Press the down arrow or the Enter button and the following status screen appears. Orion Com Status Reading: 1234567890 Battery: N/A N/V Memory: N/A • Reading: displays the number on the ORION. A correct number (0000000000-9999999999) here verifies proper equipment operation. 12. Press the down arrow or the Enter button.
Chapter 2 • Testing, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance Orion Com Status RF Link Data: Last Ch: N/A Acq Failures: 0 Ignore this screen for installation purposes. 15. Press the down arrow or the Enter button Orion Com Status RF Link Data: Lnk Abandonment: N/A Error Code: N/A Ignore this screen for installation purposes. 16.
Troubleshooting Scenarios HHTR Displayed Error Codes The following table lists the error code number and error message text that the HHTR displays when the specific error is encountered while using the HHTR to communicate with the TWACS-ORION system. Table 0.1 Error Error Code Description and Solution Description The following error codes are RF communication errors. 01 RF Error General error. 02 Service Not Supported Service is not supported. 03 Not used 04 Operation Not Possible RF error.
Chapter 2 • Testing, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance Table 0.1 Error Code Description and Solution Error Description Solution 107 No Space Available in EMTR. The Table is Full. The EMTR is at capacity. It can not accept additional Remotess. A Remote must be removed before adding another. Remove all Remotes from the new EMTR first. 112 EMTR already has Remotes assigned Can not program a new EMTR with the data from an old EMTR because the new EMTR already has Remotes assigned.
Troubleshooting Scenarios 3. Turn the power switch to the ON position. The initial screen appears, displaying the version of firmware, date, time, line voltage, and the frequency of the line voltage: Figure 2.1 RTS initial screen 4. Press the Cont button on the RTS to display the RTS Main Menu. The Main Menu screen appears: Figure 2.2 RTS main menu 5. Press 1 for communications setup. This action brings up the RTS Transponder Menu. Figure 2.3 RTS transponder menu 28 6.
Chapter 2 • Testing, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance Figure 2.4 TWACS serial number location TWACS Serial Number 8. The RTS will attempt to communicate with the TWACS-ORION system. A series of setup screens will appear. Figure 2.5 RTS setup screens The RTS begins with a firing angle of 14 degrees and gradually increases until it fails or until communication setup is complete. Table 2.
Meter Shop Test System 9. At this point, the RTS has verified that the TWACS-ORION system is capable of communicating. To further verify that the communication is reliable, select any command to conduct another test. (For more details on RTS commands, refer to the Common Generic Commands section in RTS User Guide). Or, if testing is complete, turn off the power switch. 10. Wait 15 minutes to allow the thermal capacity to recover.
Chapter 2 • Testing, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance Return Procedures Electromechanical meters/modules which have been integrated or retrofitted by a third party, must be returned to the third party. Please do not return third party integrated meters/modules to DCSI. Contact the third party to obtain their “Return Authorization Number” and shipping instructions and return the meter/module directly to the integrator/retrofitter.
Return Procedures Items must be packaged in individual anti-static or static dissipative bags and packed in sturdy, appropriately sized commercial boxes with packing material (styrofoam peanuts, bubblewrap, paper, etc.) arranged to prevent movement; in single layers; with the appropriate packaging between layers. Original packaging with dividers should be retained, reused, and re-identified if possible. 2.
CHAPTER 3 SPECIFICATIONS This chapter contains electrical, environmental, and physical specifications for the EMTR and HHTR. Chapter at a Glance Electrical Specifications . . . Electrical Ratings. . . . . Compliance Specifications. Environmental Specifications Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TWACS® - ORION® for CENTRON® Meter User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Specifications Electrical Specifications The electrical specifications include: • Electrical ratings • Compliance Specifications Electrical Ratings The following table provides the electrical ratings. Electrical ratings Table 3.1 Parameter Rating Voltage Quiescent power Maximum input surge Internal fusing Grounding Electronics connection 6V<=V<=12V 25mA approximate 100mA maximum None None The EMTR is connected to the EMT-3C-MP transponder during meter/transponder integration.
Chapter 3 • Specifications Table 3.2 Compliance specifications Test Title Applicable Specification High voltage isolation on meter chassis Voltage interruption test ANSI C12.1-2001 Test No. 15- “Insulation” Effect of electrostatic discharge Effect of Variation of Frequency Effect of Variation of Voltage on the Metering Device NOTE ANSI C12.1-2001 Test No. 16- “Voltage Interruption” ANSI C12.1-2001 Test No. 28- “Effect of Electric Discharge (ESD)” ANSI C12.1-2001. Test #6 ANSI C12.1-2001. Test #5.
Physical Specifications Table 3.4 Physical specifications Parameter Specification Physical Tamper Protection Meter seal Supported Table 3.5 Labeling requirements Labeling Requirements and Serial Number HHTR Labeling per ANSI C12.
Acronyms ADLC Asynchronous Data Link Control AMR Automatic Meter Reading AP Alternate Pathmaps ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange BPA Backplane Assembly CCA Card Cage Assembly CCE Central Control Equipment CIS Customer Information System CLI Command Line Interface CMT Commercial Meter Transponder CPSA CRU Power Supply Assembly CRA Correlation Receiver Assembly CRMA Correlation Receiver Multiplexer Assembly CRPA Correlation Receiver Processor Assembly CRU Co
Acronyms IMA Inbound Multiplexer Assembly IMT Integrated Metering Transponder IP In Progress IPU Inbound Pickup Unit ISM Industrial, Science, and Medical KWH Kilowatt Hours LCT Load Control Transponder LS Load Survey MIT Meter Interface Transponder MS Master Station MSFE Master Station Field Equipment MTU Modulation Transformer Unit NA Invalid Data NS Register Not Supported ODBC Open Database Connectivity OFIA Outbound Fiber Optics Interface Assembly OK Successful Read OMU
Acronyms SCPA Substation Communications Processor Assembly SDC Service Disconnect/Connect SP Substation Status STS Substation Test Set TC Total Consumption TD Total Demand TNS TWACS Net Server TOU Time of Use TP Tamper Pending TS Tamper Set TWACS Two-Way Automatic Communication System UHF Ultra High Frequency ZC Zero Crossing TWACS® - ORION® for CENTRON® Meter User Guide 39
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Glossary American National Standards Institute (ANSI) An independent, U.S.-based technical standards organization. AMR See Automatic Meter Reading. ANSI See American National Standards Institute. Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) Electronic accumulation and transport of meter data. billing demand information Consists of the demand reset count, which increments, and the demand previous billing. billing read Defines the registers used during one-time scheduled reads and on-request reads.
Glossary CMT See Commercial Metering Transponder. Customer Information System (CIS) A computer database that utilities use to keep track of their customer information (name, address, phone, meter serial number). Often includes bill printing functionality. Commercial Metering Transponder (CMT) An electronic assembly integrated into a commercial application electric meter to add TWACS communications capability to the meter.
Electronic Metering Assembly (EMA) An electronic assembly integrated into an electric meter to add TWACS communications capability to the meter. Electronic Meter Transceiver (EMTR) An electronic communication device that transmits and receives using RF transmission. EMA See Electronic Metering Assembly. EMTR See Electronic Meter Transceiver.
Glossary interval data A breakdown of consumption over specific intervals of time. ISM See Industrial, Science, and Medical. load profile Recording, storing, and analyzing consumption data over a period of time for a particular installation. master station See Central Control Equipment (CCE). maximum demand The highest demand measured over a selected period of time, such as one month.
phase The current supply conductors, other than the neutral conductor of a polyphase circuit, that usually carry the designation A phase, B phase, C phase. power-down count A voltage interruption greater than 0.1 seconds that the module will count as a power outage and will increase the power-down count register by one. Sometimes referred to as blink count. previous billing demand The maximum kW, or demand, as recorded at the time of the last reset. This value is normally used for billing purposes.
Glossary Remote Communication Equipment (RCE) The base of the TWACS system hierarchy. RCEs consist of the DCSI family of transponder products. RCEs are located at customer sites and interface TWACS communication with various end devices such as meters, water heaters, and air conditioning units to enable automatic meter reading (AMR), load management, or other functions.
Substation Communications Equipment (SCE) The middle tier of the TWACS system hierarchy, consisting of all TWACS substation equipment (CRU, OMU, IPU, and MTU). The SCE transmits and receives data between CCE and RCE. time-of-use (TOU) A multiple tiered billing technique based on when the consumer uses the energy. TNS See TWACS Net Server. TOU See time-of-use transponders Two-way field devices that can receive and send messages to and from the substation. TWACS See Two-Way Automatic Communication System.
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Index A See industrial, science, and medical band acquisition list, Remt 8, 15, 17 acronyms 37 ANSI 41 L B labeling requirements 36 line of sight 2, 9 linking, ORION and EMTR 13 Badger Meter, Inc 2 M C maintenance 30 menus, HHTR care@twacs.
Index setup screens 29 transponder menu 28 RTS Main Menu 28 RTS Transponder Menu 28 S safety equipment 11 self-diagnostics test 22 serial number 28 specifications 33 compliance 34 electrical 34 environmental 35 physical 35 T thermal capacity 30 Troubleshooting Field 26 TNG 22 TWACS - ORION system electric meter transceiver hand held transceiver 2 2 TWACS Net Server (TNS) 2 Two-Way Automatic Communication System (TWACS) 2 W warning icon 3 warnings 2 warranty 30 50 TWACS® - ORION® for CENTRON® Mete
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