Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter Figure 11: ConFigIT Electric Serial adaptor Figure 12: Electric ConFigIT connected to the TransPondIT 10
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter 3.4 USE OF CONFIGIT PC SOFTWARE 1. If you have ConFigIT PC software loaded on the PC, check that it is Version 6.4 or higher. If not, download self extracting zip file from www.ramartech.com/products/configit/ (Download instructions are provided on same web page). Start the program (see Figure 13). Figure 13: ConFigIT application screen 2. Activate program by selecting ‘Help’ followed by ‘Product Activation’.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter WARNING: Disconnect the meter from the mains BEFORE connecting the TransPondIT to the ConFigIT. 8. If configuring the TransPondIT in the meter, first remove the meter tamper seal. Then remove the meter’s outer cover (twist counter- clockwise) and then connect the ConFigIT ‘TransPondIT’ cable to the TransPondIT with the electrical connections facing “up”.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter 10. The following actions are performed to change the default TransPondIT settings, shown in Table 1. Invalid data entries are highlighted in red on the screen. • To change the meter reading: Highlight the current meter reading and enter the new value. Acceptable values are 0 to 99999. • To change the utility code: Highlight the current value and enter the new value. Acceptable values are 000 to 255.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter Changes to the TransPondITs configuration are immediate but changes to LCD format are not visible until the LCD format is displayed. Cycling the TransPondIT’s power (unplugging ConFigIT from TransPondIT refreshes the LCD format. The ConFigIT PC software always reports the meter reading in kWh, irrespective of the LCD display format (5*1 OR 4*10). The transmitted radio reading is always in kWh.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter CHAPTER 4: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 4.1 SPECIFICATION • • • • • • • • • Wireless Specification: Operates in the 902 MHz to 928 MHz license exempt ISM band. Operating Temperature: -400F to +1850F (-400C to +850C) Operating Voltage: 240VAC ± 20% (120VAC optional) Power Consumption: 0.5W nominal and 7VA (240VAC, 60Hz) Data Format: Data is sent in fixed length, error checked, encoded data packets.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter 4.3.3 Reverse Consumption Reverse energy is handled according to the detent setting option. The register is configured such that: 1) Reverse energy flow decrements the value of the register, or 2) Reverse energy flow does not change the value of the register. 4.3.4 LCD Segment Test An LCD segment test is provided (all numbers are 8’s).
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter Watt-Disc Emulator Figure 17: LCD showing watt-disc emulator 4.4 RADIO COMMUNICATIONS 4.4.1 Operational Range The operational range is typically greater than 300 ft (unobstructed line-of-sight as reported using a FastTrackIT with an antenna at a height of 5 ft). The actual range varies depending on the characteristics of the location. 4.4.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter CHAPTER 5: STATUS CONDITIONS & TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter describes the TransPondIT status conditions and the mechanisms behind activation. It also covers troubleshooting steps, if a problem arises with the installation or configuration process. 5.1 STATUS CONDITIONS Several status conditions are flagged and reported by the TransPondIT in the radio message. Table 2 lists the possible conditions and associated status code and type.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter 5.2 READING AND CLEARING STATUS CONDITIONS WITH CONFIGIT All status codes reported by the TransPondIT are read and cleared using the ConFigIT. • • • • • When displayed by the ConFigIT PC Software, a status code of 0 indicates normal operation (see Figure 18). The specific code number is enclosed in brackets (). A non-zero status code is highlighted in red alongside the word Error (see Figure 19).
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter Status code = 1 Figure 19: ‘Reverse energy flow’ reported Register Status Flags window Click on ‘>’ to display the Register Status Flags Figure 20: Display Register Status Flag window 5.2.1 Clear a Status Code 1) Click on the ‘>’ sign (see Figure 20) 2) The ‘Register Status Flags’ window is displayed. 3) Click in the white box(s), tick mark(s) should appear (see Figure 21).
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter 4) Press the ‘Enter’ or ‘Esc’ key to close the window. 5) The screen changes as shown in Figure 22 Figure 21: Select ‘Reverse Energy Flow’ status for clearing Figure 22: TransPondIT Configuration Screen 6) Make any necessary changes required (e.g. meter reading, transmit interval). 7) Select Set or . This writes the new values and reads numbers back for confirmation (see Figure 23). 8) Confirm that the status code is reset to (0).
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter Figure 23: Reset status code 22
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter 5.2.2 Troubleshooting – General Due to the modular design of the CENTRON meter, TransPondITs of similar voltage (120V or 240V) can be interchanged. Therefore, a suspect TransPondIT can be placed onto a working base to verify proper operation of the TransPondIT. Similarly, a known good TransPondIT can be placed on the base of a suspect meter to verify proper operation of the base.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter Computer / TransPondIT LEDs flash not configured to use the correct COM port. selected for the hardware connection, then use the drop down menu File – Interface to select the correct port.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter APPENDIX A: METER COMPATIBILITY CHART & PART NUMBERS The TransPondIT for CENTRON is compatible with the following CENTRON meters.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter APPENDIX B: TRANSPONDIT STATUS CODES Status Code Description 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 No errors Reverse Energy Flow detected Metrology Board Failure Reverse Energy Flow detected + Metrology Board Failure CAL Pulse Filtering CAL Pulse Filtering + Reverse Energy Flow CAL Pulse Filtering + Metrology Board Failure CAL Pulse Filtering + Reverse Energy Flow + Metrology Board Failure Non-Volatile Storage Failure Reverse Energy Flo
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter APPENDIX C: STATUS CODE TROUBLESHOOTING It is expected that all of these troubleshooting operations are performed in the meter shop – after the meter is withdrawn.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter Metrology Board Error [02] TransPondIT is operating correctly (i.e. LCD and radio readings are identical and non-zero) Note: If the LCD format is 4*10, then the radio reading will be 10x greater Follow utility procedures for swapping out meter base and fit TransPondIT to new meter Using ConFigIT clear the status code and check that TransPondIT is counting correctly. Refer to Chapters 3 and 5. Confirm correct operation of the meter.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter CAL Filtering [04] This status code is displayed when the TransPondIT records an instantaneous event of signals counted from the metrology board at a rate > 32 per second – this corresponds to >115kW . This is NOT a TransPondIT fault. It is for information purposes only. Report this event to the appropriate utility personnel. Refer to the CENTRON Meter Technical Reference Guide for more information on the meter.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter Non Volatile Memory Fault [08] TransPondIT is faulty Replace Fit a new TransPondIT into the existing or new meter base. Configure the TransPondIT as required. (See chapters 3 & 5) Return faulty TransPondIT to RAMAR Install new meter at customer site Confirm correct operation of the meter. (i.e. Meter reading increments. LCD reading and radio reading are as set by configuration).
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter Tilt Switch Activated [16] Is the meter fitted upside down? Is there any obvious physical damage? NO YES YES NO Follow utility procedures for removing and re-fitting meter in the correct orientation. Report findings Report finding to appropriate utility personnel Using ConFigIT clear the status code and check that TransPondIT is counting correctly. Refer to chapters 3 & 5 Confirm correct operation of the meter. (i.e.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter APPENDIX D: COMMERCIAL HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION WARRANTY DISCLAIMER To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, AT RAMAR LLC disclaim all other warranties, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, with regard to the hardware, the accompanying written material, and the accompanying software.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REGULATIONS FCC Part 15, Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Technical Reference Manual - TransPondIT for CENTRON Electric Meter MODIFICATIONS TO TRANSPONDIT Changes or modifications not expressly approved by AT RAMAR could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. REPAIR OF TRANSPONDITS There are no serviceable parts in the TransPondIT. All repairs require the unit to be returned to either the distributor or RAMAR, depending on where the product was purchased.
