Certification Exhibit FCC ID: QHC-010201A FCC Rule Part: 15.247 ACS Project Number: 12-0330 Manufacturer: Itron Inc. Model: I210-AMP Manual 5015 B.U.
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I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................................................3 1.1 ABOUT THIS GUIDE ........................................................................................................................................3 1.2 REFERENCE MATERIALS ......................................................................................................................
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide 1 Introduction 1.1 About This Guide This document is a manual designed to help guide you through the testing, installation and activation of your I210-AMP SmartMeter. This manual provides general instructions on the support of your SmartMeter and references to supporting manufacturer documentation for detailed guidelines and instructions on features and operating characteristics of the SmartMeter for installation, programming, communication, and troubleshooting.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide Mailing Address: Street Address: Itron Inc. P.O. Box 12250 Jackson, MS 39236-2250 4400 Old Canton Road Suite 300 Jackson, MS 39211 Telephone: 601-362-1780 Fax: 601-362-1787 World Wide Web: www.Itron.com Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide 2 Getting Started Please review the reference documentation before you begin the installation and use of the supporting software. 2.1 Operations The I210-AMP SmartMeter is a GE I210 electronic single-phase electricity meter integrated with a SmartSynch Interface (ITRON) Module, which fully supports ANSI standards for electricity metering and is intended for use by commercial and industrial utility customers.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide 2.2.3 Interference with Other Devices The communication module embedded in the I210-AMP SmartMeter receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) energy while in operation. Interference can occur if it is placed too close to televisions, radios, computers, or inadequately sheltered equipment. Follow any applicable regulations if you suspect that this device may cause interference or danger. 2.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide 3 Installing the I210-AMP SmartMeter 3.1 Preliminary Inspections The I210-AMP SmartMeter is calibrated and tested at the factory and is ready for installation. Before installing and applying power to the SmartMeter, a quick inspection of the SmartMeter is recommended to ensure there is no damage to the SmartMeter, which could poItronbly occur during shipping. Physical damage to the SmartMeter indicates potential damage to the inside of the SmartMeter.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide 2. The meter is placed in the socket and energized. The meter is now in the Pre-Configured state. 3. Once in the Pre-Configured state, the ITRON embedded software transmits an AutoConfiguration message to the configuration server. 4. Upon receiving the meter’s Auto-Configuration message, the configuration server will set all of the customer specific parameters into the ITRON module’s non-volatile memory. 5.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Troubleshooting Process Flow The troubleshooting support directives may involve a number of participants to resolve the issue, depending on the type of issue involved. Resolution may include TMS Administrators, TMS Operators, Field Meter Support personnel, or any user who may be required to support the TMS, its clients, or related data. Section 4.2 describes the required corrective action that corresponds with each step in the flowcharts.
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I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide With either process, be sure to perform these initial steps: 1. Confirm that the meter is actually installed in the field. 2. Verify that the PIN for that meter is correct. 3. Verify that the site exceeds the acceptable minimums using the Coverage Validation Unit.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide 4.2 Troubleshooting Process Description Process Steps 1 Description Action Is Meter Installed in field? 2 Install Meter Check work orders, inventory management, or verify with Field Personnel that meter is installed and energized at a valid Customer location.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide Process Steps 16 17 Description Action Field Site Visit - Call into TMS Operator Dispatch a meter tech to perform the Onsite troubleshooting procedure and have them call into the TMS operator at the time of completion. Replace meter with another SmartMeter and bring into Meter Shop for further evaluation.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide 5 Requirements and Compliance The I210-AMP SmartMeter is compliant with all applicable Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements. The module is labeled is as follows: FCC ID: QHC-010201A THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS. (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
I210-AMP SmartMeter User Guide 5.2 Compliance Statement (Part 15.19/RSS-210/ICES-003) NOTICE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules [and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada]. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.