FlexNet KV2c Transceiver Installation Guide 8 July, 2010 Sensus Copyright 2009 by Sensus Metering Systems, North America. All rights reserved. This document contains proprietary information. It may not be copied, transmitted or distributed, in whole or in part, without the consent of Sensus Metering Systems.
REVISION SUMMARY Date 08 JUL 2010 Version 0.1 Author T.G.
Section 1 1 Flexnet KV2c Transceiver Overview The Flexnet KV2c Transceiver (“device” in this guide) is a printed circuit board which provides wireless communication capability to the GE KV2c family of electric utility meters. The device will mount into the existing GE meters and act as the “Third Party AMR Board”. The device shall monitor meter reading and diagnostic information via a C12-21 serial interface to the GE main board.
2.1 Mechanical Overview 2.1.1 Device Installation Flexnet KV2c Module and Antenna: Flexnet KV2C module will mount using two tabs protruding from the bottom of the Flexnet module, and the insertion of the J2 header. There are two additional snaps (tabs) on the GE meter housing which will allow the top portion of the Flexnet KV2c module to be secured. Flexnet KV2c Installation Figure 1 Revision 0.1 4 OF 9 7-8-2010 TO BE USED ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS SUBMITTED.
The Flexnet KV2c Antenna will snap into place via 4 tabs on the external side of the GE meter housing. Flexnet KV2c Antenna Installation Figure 2 Revision 0.1 5 OF 9 7-8-2010 TO BE USED ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS SUBMITTED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED TO SENSUS REPRODUCTION WITHOUT WRITTEN CONSENT IS PROHIBITED.
2.1.3 Device Dimensions: The device printed circuit board (PCB) shall have the following dimensions as shown below. Revision 0.1 6 OF 9 7-8-2010 TO BE USED ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS SUBMITTED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED TO SENSUS REPRODUCTION WITHOUT WRITTEN CONSENT IS PROHIBITED.
Appendix A Regulatory Information A.1 Compliance Information A.1.1 FCC 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.
A.2 RF Exposure Statement for Flexnet L&G Focus Radiation Hazard When operating the Sensus FlexNET Module, a minimum distance of 20 cm (7.8 inches) is required between personnel and this antenna to comply with a radio-frequency exposure limit of 1.0 mW/cm2. Warning To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for transmitting devices, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation.
A.3.2 Meter FCC Label (external label) The meter manufacturer must place an external label on the meter housing such as the one shown below. This must be placed in a clearly visible area. Revision 0.1 9 OF 9 7-8-2010 TO BE USED ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS SUBMITTED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED TO SENSUS REPRODUCTION WITHOUT WRITTEN CONSENT IS PROHIBITED.
