Badger Meter 2002C Orion Pit User Manual RTR ORION Pit p65

Badger Meter Inc Orion Pit RTR ORION Pit p65

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TechnicalBriefBadgerMeter,Inc.®RTR® - Pit ORION®Recordall® Transmitter Register forPit ORION®RTR-T-365-02DESCRIPTIONAPPLICATIONS: The Badger® RTR® Pit ORION® RF system is designedfor water meter pit or vault installations that are subject to flooding orsubmergence. The assembled system consists of the Recordall®Transmitter Register (RTR®) and the ORION Pit Module. The RTR isfactory wired to the end cap assembly for maximum reliability; the PitORION is bottom mounted thru a drilled hole in the meter pit lid.The assembled RTR Pit ORION is designed to communicate withBadger interrogation devices, including handheld or mobile.OPERATION: The RTR provides a digital signal from Badger Meter'spatented piezoelectric solid-state switch. This signal has thecharacteristics of an open drain Field Effect Transistor (FET) and hasno electrical contacts to stick, wear or corrode. It is fully compatible withthe input circuitry of the ORION Pit Module. The ORION Pit Module usesthe RF bubble-up (broadcast) mode.RESOLUTION: Digital output from the RTR has resolution of 1/10th ofthe register test circle. Output resolution of the Pit ORION Module mayvary with meter size. The resolution table on the back of this technicalbrief lists output resolution for all ORION meter applications.LEAK DETECTION: The Orion system provides optional leak detectionnotification when the meter is read. The system reports leak detectionwhen a two hour window of no usage is found within a 24 hour timeperiod. The system automatically resets when the next two hour windowof no usage is found.MOUNTING: The RTR uses a bayonet connection compatible with allRecordall® Disc, Turbo, Compound and Fire Series meters. A TORX®seal screw is provided to allow positioning and to secure the RTR to themeter body in a tamper resistant mode. The RTR can be removed fromthe meter without disrupting service or disconnecting the Pit ORION.The RTR is factory wired to the Pit ORION Module.For best performance, the Pit ORION is mounted through the drilled holein the lid, attached to the lid, and programmed by the utility in the field.If the Pit ORION system is mounted below the lid (not through thedrilled hole) reduced performance will result.MAGNETIC DRIVE: Direct drive, high-strength, magnetic couplingthrough the meter body to the wetted magnet provides reliable anddependable register coupling.SEALED REGISTER: The RTR local register consists of a six-digitstraight-reading mechanical odometer totalizer, a 360° test circle withsweep hand, and a flow finder to detect leaks. The register gearing isself-lubricating, thermoplastic to minimize friction and provide long,reliable life. Permanent sealing eliminates moisture, dirt, and othercontaminants.TAMPER-PROOF FEATURES: Removal of the RTR from the meter canbe minimized by using a tamper resistant TORX seal screw. TORX sealscrews are provided as standard accessories with the RTR. Optionaltamper detection seal wire screws are also available.CUT WIRE TAMPER INDICATION: The Pit ORION has the capabilityto detect a tamper should it exist. Proper setup in ORION ReadingSystem software needed.CONSTRUCTION: The housing of the RTR is constructed of a temperedglass lens top and a copper alloy metal bottom. Internal constructionmaterials are thermoplastic for long-life and high reliability. The integrityof the adhesive seal joining the glass top to the metal base provideunmatched protection in water meter applications. A corrosion andtamper resistant TORX seal screw is provided to secure the RTR to themeter. The shroud assembly is polycarbonate.The housing of the Pit ORION is constructed of a polycarbonatematerial.TEMPERATURE: The operating range of the RTR is -40°C to 49°C (-40°F to 120°F). The operating range of the Pit ORION is -40°C to 60°C(-40°F to 140°F). The water meter should not be subjected to tempera-tures below freezing.SPECIFICATIONSTransmitter/Register Straight reading, permanently sealed,magnetic driveUnit of Measure U.S. Gallons, Cubic Feet, Cubic Meters,clearly identified on register faceNumber Wheels Six with 3/16" high numeralsNamel font typeTest Circle 360° circle with ten major increments withten divisions eachWeight 9 OuncesHumidity 0% to 100% CondensingSignal Characteristics Open Drain (FET)Visual Resolution 1/100th of Test CircleElectronic Resolution 1/10th of Test CircleTypical Signal Duration 15 ms to 75 ms @ 25°C (77°F)8 ms to 75 ms over operating temperaturerange at 67 µAOn State Resistance 7.5 Ohms @ 25°C (77°F)Power Source ExternalMaximum Switching 30 VDC @ 1 mA @ 25°C (77°F)Battery on Pit ORION (2) 3.6V 2.4 Ahr Lithium BatteriesSee Badger Technical Brief RTR-T-05 for RTR® specifications.
®Due to continuous research, product improvements and enhancements,Badger Meter reserves the right to change product or system specificationswithout notice, except to the extent an outstanding bid obligation exists.Copyright © Badger Meter, Inc. 2002. All rights reserved.Please see our website atwww.badgermeter.comfor specific contacts. BadgerMeter,Inc.P.O. Box 245036, Milwaukee, WI 53224-9536(800) 876-3837 / Fax: (888) 371-5982www.badgermeter.comBadger®, ORION®, Recordall® and RTR® are registered trademarks of Badger Meter, Inc.TORX® is a registered trademark of Camcar, Division of Textron, Inc.MOISTURE: The RTR is permanently sealed and designed forsubmerged meter pit applications. The RTR Pit ORION system is alsodesigned for flooded or submerged meter pit locations.WIRE CONNECTIONS: The RTR can be factory prewired with pre-sized wire harness of either 5 or 20 feet to the ORION Pit Module.ELECTRONICS: The piezoelectric switch circuit board is completelysealed against moisture inside the unit and sealed to ensure protectionfrom humidity. The Pit ORION Module is designed to protect againstthe effects of humidity.ELECTRICAL: The electronic circuitry of the RTR and Pit ORIONModule is designed to provide immunity to electrical surges andtransients per IEC801-2, IEC801-4 Severity Level 4.OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS: The RTR has an output equalto 1/10th of the meter test circle with the characteristics of an open drainFET. The on-state condition is a solid-state switch closure. Off-statecondition is an open circuit. Powered by an external source, the RTRhas a maximum rating of 30 VDC at 1 mA (25°C).PATENT: The Badger RTR Pit ORION application is covered by USpatent number 5,298,894.TRANSPORTATION WARNING: The Federal Aviation Administrationprohibits operating transmitters and receivers on all commercialaircraft. When powered, the Pit ORION Module is considered anoperating transmitter and receiver and cannot be shipped by air.MEASUREMENT RESOLUTION: The minimum electronic resolutionof the RTR is noted to the right. To verify the correct resolution for yourapplication, contact Badger Meter Customer Solutions.METER COMPATIBILITY: Badger Meter's Recordall® Disc, Turbo,Compound, and Fire Series meters.Resolution ResolutionRECORDALL Cubic CubicModel Size Gallons Feet (Ft3) Meters (m3)M25 5/8" 1 0.1 0.01M25 3/4" 1 0.1 0.01M35 3/4" 1 0.1 0.01M70 1" 1 0.1 0.01M120 1 1/2" 10 1 0.1M170 2" 10 1 0.1RECORDALL Resolution ResolutionTurbo Series Cubic Cubic(Size) Gallons Feet (Ft3) Meters (m3)2" 100 10 0.13" 100 10 0.14" 100 10 0.16" 100 10 18" 100 10 110" 100 1012" 1000 10016" 1000 10020" 1000 100LICENSE REQUIREMENTSThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of thisdevice is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device maynot cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference received, including interference that may cause undesiredoperation. Any changes made by the user not approved by BadgerMeter can void the user's authority to operate the equipment. No licenseis required by the utility to operate a ORION meter reading system.

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