Certification Exhibit FCC ID: P2SNTGR900IV3 IC: 4171B-R900IV3 FCC Rule Part: 15.247, 15.249 IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-210 ACS Project Number: 11-0359 Manufacturer: Neptune Technology Group, Inc. Model: R900i SP Manual 5015 B.U.
ARB UTILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS WATER | ELECTRIC | GAS R900i SP INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE (DRAFT) R900i SP Installation and Maintenance Guide R900i SP Installation and Maintenance Guide ARB UTILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS WATER | ELECTRIC | GAS This manual is an unpublished work and contains the trade secrets and confidential information of Neptune Technology Group Inc.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
R900i SP Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 RF Protocol Error Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 RF Frequency Control Algorithm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 RF Transmission Period and Randomness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the MIU Battery (R900i SP Pit Version) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Removing the Battery Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Upgrading the R900i SP Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
the meter reader. A walk-by handheld, mobile unit, or fixed network receives the data and stores it to be downloaded into the utility billing system for processing. The R900i SP is easily installed and operates within an RF band which does not require an operating license. The R900i SP meets FCC regulations part 15.247 allowing higher output power and greater range. The R900i SP uses frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology to avoid RF interference and enhance security.
Transmitter Specifications Environmental Conditions Functional Specifications Dimensions and Weight Power Lithium battery Transmit Period Every 14 seconds Transmitter Channels 50 Channel Frequency 910-920 MHz Output Power Meets FCC Part 15.247 FCC Verification Part 15.
• Hammer • Pliers Various installation procedures performed by the utility Flashlight Activating the MIU 6 R900i SP Inside and Pit Installation and Maintenance Guide 4 Activating and Reading the R900i SP How to Activate LCD Using the Light Sensor The light sensor is recessed under the small round hole near the center of the dial face. The hole is marked with a flashlight graphic (see figure). The light sensor activates the LCD display for several minutes when the unit is exposed to a light source.
Last three digits Testing units used for meter testing. Fifth & Sixth reading digits Reading units. First four digits Typical billing digits. Activating and Reading the R900i SP 8 R900i SP Inside and Pit Installation and Maintenance Guide Common Causes of Leaks If the leak indicator is flashing or continuously on, the R900i SP is indicating that a possible leak may exist. Leaks can result from various circumstances.
If continuous leak is repaired If a continuous leak is found and repaired, complete the following steps: 1 Use no water for at least 15 minutes. 2 Check the leak icon. 3 If the leak is OFF, then a leak is no longer indicated. If intermittent leak is repaired If an intermittent leak is found and repaired, complete the following steps: 1 Check the leak icon after at least 24 hours. 2 If the leak has been correctly repaired, the leak icon changes from Continuous ON to Flashing.
the R900i SP or replace the MIU’s internal battery. Site Selection Installation and operation in moderate temperatures increase reliability and product life. See “Environmental Conditions” on page 3. Follow these guidelines when selecting a location to install the R900i SP: • The R900i SP must be installed in a vertical and upright position. • The selected location should be clear of all obstructions.
for leaks. 8 To activate the LCD and begin the MIU transmissions, use a small flashlight to activate the light sensor. The light sensor is recessed under a small hole near the center of the faceplate. 9 Test the installation as described in “Testing the ECoder) R900i Inside Installation” on page 13. Retrofit Meter Installation: 10 Use a punch/screwdriver and hammer to punch out the tamper proof seal pin on the existing register head.
All tags are provided to aid in the elimination of transcription errors. Installing the Inside Version 14 R900i SP Inside and Pit Installation and Maintenance Guide Checklist Before leaving the installation site, be sure to: Table 5 Checklist Before Leaving Site Record MIU ID for each register. Verify that you have followed all requirements of this Quick Install Guide. Verify that you have recorded all required information. Clean up any installation debris.
version MIU. New Meter Installation 1 The service line must be flushed prior to meter installation in order to remove debris in the line. 2 Place an electrical grounding strap on the service line connecting the inlet and outlet service lines on either side of the meter setting. 3 Before installing the R900i SP meter, remove the thread protectors and spud caps. Be sure that no debris enters the meter during installation.
body in the desired orientation by twisting clockwise. 13 Test the installation as described in “Testing the ECoder) R900i Inside Installation” on page 13. 14 Snap the new tamper-proof seal pin to secure the register to the meter body. The small hole is denoted on the faceplate by a flashlight symbol.
screwdriver and hammer. The blade of the screwdriver needs to be 1/8” to 3/16” wide. 2 Place the end of the screwdriver in the center of the tamper nail as shown in Figure 7. Figure 7 Screwdriver in Tamper Nail 3 Use the hammer to drive the screwdriver through the head of the tamper nail. The head of the tamper nail will shear off and the body of the tamper nail will fall out underneath the battery. 4 Pull up on the battery housing to unsnap the battery 5 Slide the battery pack up over the antenna shaft.
Figure 13. Figure 13 Using Scotchlok to Splice Wires 7 Place the Scotchloks in the small compartments on each side of the register hinges. 8 Attach new battery pack to hinges and swing down into position. Be careful not to pinch any wires during this procedure. 9 Push in new register seal pin until it snaps. Maintenance and Troubleshooting 22 R900i SP Inside and Pit Installation and Maintenance Guide Upgrading the R900i SP Antenna 1 Remove the pit lid from the pit box.
connector housing. This connection should be hand-tight. Do not use pliers. (See Figure 16.) Contact Information Within the United States, Neptune support is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, by telephone or fax. To contact Technical Support by phone, call 1-800-647-4832. If all support technicians are helping other customers, your call is routed to the Neptune Support voice mail system.
transmission time The time between MIU transmissions. The default is approximately fourteen (14) seconds. Custom time is not available.
Specifications 3 specifications 3 storage, basement 10 storage, pit 15 tools and materials 5 R900i SP (continued) unpacking, basement version 10 unpacking, pit version 15 weight 3 electrical specifications 3 environmental conditions 3 F faceplate 17 faucet kitchen leaks 8 leaks 8 faucet, open 17 FCC verification 3 flashing, indicator 7 flashlight symbol 17 flow indicator 9 flow/leak indicator 7 frequency 2 Functional specifications 3 G garden, leaks 8 general description 1 H handheld unit test basementversi
flashing 7 flow/leak 7 I-2 R900i SP Inside and Pit Installation and Maintenance Guide inspect basement version 10 pit version 15 Install basement version 10–14 pit version 15–18, ??–22 install positioning basement version 11 positioning pit version 16 Installation preliminary checks 5 safety 5 site selection guidelines 11, 16 site selection, basement version 11 site selection, pit version 16 installation basement version 11 general information 5 pit version 16 Installing preparing for 8 intermittent leak 7,
M maintenance 19 materials required basement version 11 required pit version 16 meter valves and couplings 16 MIU ID 1, 3 MIU ID number 5 MIU transmissions 2 MIU, definition 1 O operating humidity 3 operating temperature 3 output power 3 P pet feeder, leaks 8 pit antenna 1 possible leak common causes 8 what to do 9 power, output 3 prior to installation basement version 10 pit version 15 R read R900i SP 6 reading, register 3 register reading 3 required tools 11 return of damaged unit 10, 15 RF antenna, whip
software, for advanced features 9 Index R900i SP Inside and Pit Installation and Maintenance Guide I-3 Specifications dimensions 3 electrical 3 encoder register interface 3 environmental conditions 3 functional 3 transmitter 3 weight 3 sprinkler, leaks 8 storage 10, 15 pit 10, 15 storage temperature 3 support, Neptune 23 swimming pool, leaks 8 T tamper nail 1 tamper nail, for battery 19, 20 temperature, storage 3 testing basement version with HHU 13 pit version with HHU 18 testing the installation 19 toilet
wires, splice 21 Index I-4 R900i SP Inside and Pit Installation and Maintenance Guide Notes: Index IM R900i SP 02.06 Part No. 12560-002 © Copyright 2006, Neptune Technology Group Inc. Neptune is a registered trademark of Neptune Technology Group Inc. neptunetg.com Neptune Technology Group Inc. 1600 Alabama Highway 229 Tallassee, AL 36078 USA Tel: (800) 645-1892 Fax: (334) 283-7299 Neptune Technology Group (Canada) Ltd.
