M1 M1 Utility Radio Transmitter Preliminary Documentation Transparent Technologies, Inc. www.transparenttech.
M1 Utility Radio Transmitter Transparent Technologies introduces a simple, cost-effective utility radio. The M1 radio is a one-way transmitter which requires no field configuration and is compatible with existing utility systems. The M1 operates in an unlicensed mode in the 900-Mhz range which requires no utility regulation. SPECIFICATIONS Transmission: Regulatory: Base Mode Only FCC Section 15.
M1 Utility Radio Transmitter INSTALLATION The M1 can be installed either in indoor or outdoor environments. The unit is 100% waterproof. THIS END UP The M1 should always be installed vertically. The backside of the unit indicates the proper orientation. For best transmission, the unit should not be mounted directly on any metal surfaces, such as pipes or valves. If mounting in a pit or vault, the unit should be at least 8 inches below the lid.
M1 GENERAL OPERATIONS Initial Mode Initial mode at startup is sleep mode. LEDs Utility Radio Transmitter Front View of M1 Start Radio To start the radio, briefly position magnet on marker on the front (see diagram). A general sweep from top to bottom across the marker will work best. All subsequent positioning of the magnet on marker will force an immediate read of the MIU. Soft Reset Holding the magnet on the marker for 10 seconds or more will cause a soft reset of the radio.
M1 Utility Radio Transmitter RF Transmission The M1 transmits the following data on its RF transmission: ID number Meter Reading Group Code Error Code CRC (for error checking) The M1 transmits its signal every five (5) seconds. Meter interrogation The M1 is hard-coded to interrogate the encoded register once every hour. Upon successful interrogation, the M1 will update its memory with the register’s ID and reading. Unsuccessful Transparent Technologies, Inc. www.transparenttech.
M1 Utility Radio Transmitter Appendix A – FCC Information 15.21 Information to user. - The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 15.27 Special accessories.
M1 Utility Radio Transmitter Appendix B - FCC Definitions 15.3(h) Class A digital device. A digital device that is marketed for use in a commercial, industrial or business environment, exclusive of a device which is marketed for use by the general public or is intended to be used in the home. 15.3(i) Class B digital device. A digital device that is marketed for use in a residential environment notwithstanding use in commercial, business and industrial environments.
M1 Utility Radio Transmitter 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.
M1 Utility Radio Transmitter Appendix C - Canada RSS-210 • • All devices: The following note must be conspicuously placed in the user manual: “The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry of Canada technical specifications were met.
