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RR301 Remote Reader

Display-Only Version (Non-Radio)

Operation and Installation Manual

1|Product Overview

The NextCentury RR301 Remote Reader is an advanced meter reading

and transmitting device which provides a high visibility remote display

of up to two utility meters.

The Remote Reader has an attractive consumer design, making it an

ideal solution for apartment meter display requirements. The utility

and unit of measure are clearly displayed, ensuring an accurate

interpretation of the read.

The pre-installed battery provides up to 10 years of operation and is

field-replaceable.

The Remote Reader is compatible with virtually all modern encoded

and pulse-output utility meters including water, electric, gas, run-

time, and thermal meter models.

2|Packaging Contents

A RR301 Display Unit D Sheetrock Anchors (2)

B Mounting Plate E Mounting Screws (2)

C Security Seal Assembly

3|Specifications

3.1 – Dimensions:

● Display unit and mounting plate:

145mm x 117mm x 44mm | 5.7 in x 4.6 in x 1.7 in

● Mounting holes center to center: 88.4 mm | 3.5 in (Can

be installed on a standard single gang wall-box)

3.2 – Operation Environment:

● -20°C to 60°C | -4°F to 140°F

● Water-resistant for outdoor installation (Rating

information pending)

3.3 – Battery Life:

● Up to 10 years*

*Note: Typical battery life assumes constant operating temperatures are

between 70°F and 90°F. Battery life may be reduced with operation outside of

this range.

3.4 - Certifications:

FCC: Pending

NTEP: Pending

IC: Pending

IP-Rating: Pending

4|Meter Compatibility

4.1 – Pulse Output Meters

● Pulse output passive (reed switch, solid-state relay,

contact relay, open-drain)

● Pulse output active (voltage pulse up to 15v)

4.2 – Encoded 3-Wire Protocol

● Neptune (Including ProRead, ECoder, ProCoder meters)

● Sensus UI-1203 (Includes many meter models from

Sensus, Hersey/Mueller, Master Meter, Badger,

Kamstrup, and Zenner)

● K-Frame (Elster/AMCO)

5|Device Setup & Configuration

In-field configuration can be conducted by a technician using their

mobile device (iOS or Android) paired with the NextCentury Direct

Connect programming device (available separately). Device pre-

programming is also available.

6|FCC Part 15 and ISED Statement

NOTE: 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. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning

Summary of content (6 pages)

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RR301 Remote Reader Display-Only Version (Non-Radio) 3|Specifications Operation and Installation Manual 3.1 – Dimensions: ● 1|Product Overview ● The NextCentury RR301 Remote Reader is an advanced meter reading and transmitting device which provides a high visibility remote display of up to two utility meters. The Remote Reader has an attractive consumer design, making it an ideal solution for apartment meter display requirements.
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the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: —Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. —Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. —Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. —Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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NextCentury’s liability and customer’s exclusive remedy under this warranty is expressly limited to repair or replacement of the product at NextCentury’s option, and is conditioned upon the customer returning the product(s) to the location designated by NextCentury within the warranty periods or limits stated herein and pre-paying the freight costs both to and from specified location.
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RR301-TR Remote Reader Integrated NextCentury Transceiver Version Operation and Installation Manual 3|Specifications 3.1 – Dimensions: 1|Product Overview ● The NextCentury RR301-TR Remote Reader is an advanced meter reading and transmitting device which provides a high visibility remote display of up to two utility meters. The Remote Reader has an attractive consumer design, making it an ideal solution for apartment meter display requirements.
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there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: —Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. —Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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are placed in non-recommended installation application/fashion, or are converted, altered, or treated by other than NextCentury recommended procedures and instructions, or are read by equipment not approved by NextCentury.