Part No. 950005501 IP 0A Company Confidential EM 915 V1.0 Manual Prepared by: Approved by: JSteenson ............................. ............................................………. Signature Date .............................................. ............................................………. Signature Date This is an unpublished work the copyright in which vests in Advanced Technology RAMAR Ltd. All rights reserved. The information contained herein is the property of Advanced Technology RAMAR Ltd.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx Document Title DOCUMENT HISTORY Rev CR-N No Action Originator Date Part No. Doc Type REFERENCED DOCUMENTS Document Title Advanced Technology RAMAR Ltd 7 Enterprise Way Aviation Park Christchurch Dorset England BH23 6HB Tel: Fax: +44 (0)1202 592000 +44 (0)1202 592001 E-mail: info@atr-group.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. 1.1. 1.2. 2. 2.1. 3. 3.1. 3.2. 3.3. 3.4. 3.5. 4. 4.1. 4.2. 4.3. 5. Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................5 General ..............................................................................................................................................5 Scope.................................................................................................................
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx 1. Document Title INTRODUCTION 1.1. General This document is intended to provide detailed information required by an AMR Meter Shop for the integration of AT RAMAR’s 900 series Electric Meter (EM) TransPondIT Meter Interface Unit (MIU) product for single phase domestic electricity meters in the US. 1.2.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx 2. Document Title PRODUCT DESCRIPTION TransPondIT allows the utility to receive data from its meters remotely. The TransPondIT collects data from the meter and transmits it to a data collection device, which may be mobile or fixed. In addition, the TransPondIT is capable of detecting reverse rotation and will transmit an alarm indication if there is doubt about the validity of the reading.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx 3. Document Title ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS 3.1. Storage Temperature Range The temperature range for long-term storage of the MIU in un-powered state is to be -10ºC to +50ºC. The temperature range allowed for transport of the MIU in un-powered state is between -40ºC to +85ºC. Note: The MIU should not be held in the extended temperature range for transport for more than 30 days. 3.2.
4. MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4.1. Construction The MIU is designed so that it fits all of the meter types listed with a minimal set of adaptor hardware. The product is fitted in the location of the meter lower faceplate, utilising the existing mounting stand-offs. The MIU is enclosed in a plastic enclosure to provide protection in handling and against direct sunlight. Torque specifications will be provided for attachment fixings to ensure a reliable installation.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx 4.3.
5. ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5.1. Compatibility The unit operates in the same ISM band as the water TransPondIT products.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx 5.2. Document Title Power Supply The unit takes mains power from the supply side of the meter. No batteries are required. The input voltage range over which the product must be able to read disk and send transmissions is 100 – 260Vac. Protection is provided so that the unit will survive the overvoltages and voltage surges defined in ANSI C12.1. There is no loss of configuration or meter reading data after power surge, brownout or interrupt.
The unit is appropriately protected to prevent the possibility of fire damage to a residence. Any hazardous voltage points have been protected to avoid accidental contact during manufacture, service or calibration of the meter. The average power consumption of the unit shall be less than 1.0W. 5.3. Measurement Technique 5.3.1. Mechanism Electricity usage is measured by detecting rotation of the Ferraris disc. The detection mechanism is frictionless and does not alter the balance of the disc.
5.4. Radio Operational Range The operational range is at least 300m in open field to a production HandTrackIT held at height of 1.5m. 5.4.1. Transmit Carrier Frequency The nominal transmission frequency shall be 919.8976MHz. 5.4.2. Antenna The antenna is integral to the TransPondIT located within the glass case of the electricity meter and does not hinder the installation of the product or obscure the manually read dials, calibration screws or face-plate. 5.4.3.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx 6. Document Title INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS 6.1. Meter Interfaces 6.1.1. Power Mains power input. 6.2. ConFigIT Interface 6.2.1. Hardware The Electric TranspondIT MIU is interfaced to ConFigIT from outside the glass via a bi-directional optical port that is active when the MIU is powered. 6.2.2. Use a. In Meter Retrofit Shop or in Meter Factory The following actions can be performed: • Enter mechanical meter reading • Enter rotation rate • Enter utility code b.
7. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Fitting a meter with the MIU does not invalidate its compliance with the following: a. ANSI C12.1 – 2001 American National Standard for Electric Meters (covers performance aspects) b. ANSI C12.10 – 1997 American National Standard for Watthour Meters (covers environmental and physical aspects) c. CFR47 Part 15 (Note – declared as Class B Digital Device), Part A General, Part C Intentional Radiator This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx Document Title 7.1. System Integration Installation Tools and techniques should consider methods such as bar-code scanners to allow proper configuration and accuracy of information. Seamless integration into existing IT systems is to be a design aim. 7.2. Meter Compatibility The EM MIU is compatible with electricity meters listed in Table 1. Table 1. Compatibility includes all interfaces such as mechanical, electrical, magnetic and optical.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx 8. Document Title OVERVIEW 8.1. Integration Process Flow 8.1.1. The following process flow chart shows the expected route to achieve the installing, testing and configuring sequence of the EM MIU into various retrofit meters: Meters Received Palletised in multiples of 48/96. Record Serial No.’s Prepare meters Remove covers and store. Clean meters. Inspect for damage, then zero meter.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx Test and Calibrate Document Title Test Spec to be defined by ATR. Meter test and calibration procedure as per Meter House spec. Program /Configure Module Hand Held ConFigIT to be supplied with spec and procedures by ATR. Record Test Data Software to be compatible with Meter House tracking database – Information Required Box and Palletise Meters to be resealed. Final Inspection. Serial No.’s scanned. Ship/Store 8.2 Meter Preparation 8.2.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx Document Title 8.3 Disk Marking 8.3.1 The disk marking method will be determined by customer request, be it paint or decal. It must meet the following criteria: i) There is minimum of a 20mm width apparent at the optical centres. (Suggested dimensions as per drawing 52000501 iss C) ii) The material must have no magnetic susceptibility or effect. iii) The material must have 99.
Part No. xxxxxxxx XX xx Document Title 8.6 Configuration 8.6.1 The EM MIU is to be configured using the handheld ConFigIT supplied with relevant software and procedures by ATR. 8.6.2 The following steps are to be performed at the Meter House: 8.6.2.1 i) Clear Tamper ii) Enter mechanical meter reading iii) Enter rotation rate (as per Table 1) iv) Enter utility code 8.7 Quality 8.7.1 The Meter House shall continue to work to their current quality specifications. 8.7.
