Installation Guide

Note: Interval data configuration is dependent on the module's firmware version. See
Firmware Functionality on page 11 for more information.
The Cellular 500W also sends a local access beacon message every 60 seconds that allows
users to gather contingency readings locally when needed.
Caution: If you perform a switch to Network Mode or switch to Mobile Mode
operation, it results in a loss of interval data.
The Cellular 500W operates using FCC or ISED licensed spectrum defined by 3GPP ranging
from Band 4 (744-787 MHz) and Band 13 (1710-2155) operation 612054.
Operating Modes
The Cellular 500W has the following operating modes.
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Factory Mode
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Remote modules are shipped from the factory in Factory Mode.
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The module's transmitter is turned off.
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The module's receiver is bubbling-up to listen for a programming command.
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Remote modules will attempt to read the register every hour.
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Register Error Detected and Register Error alarm or event flags may be set when a
register is not connected.
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If the Cellular 500W reads a connected register, the module automatically moves to
Run Mode.
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Audit Mode
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Audit Mode reduces the normal read latency time associated with standard modes of
operation and is often used after initial installation.
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This mode is useful in network installations where the normal bubble rate is very slow.
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Audit Mode remains active for 30 days and then reverts to the initial programmed
mode.
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Audit Mode is intended to be used once.
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Run Mode
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Remote module normal operation mode.
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The remote module's transmitted message is dependent on its factory settings for
standard consumption + messages (SCM+).
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SCM+ remote module default bubble-up rate is 10 seconds.
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