Neptune Technology Group NTGR900G UTILIY METER DATA TRANSMITTER User Manual USERS MANUAL

Neptune Technology Group Inc. UTILIY METER DATA TRANSMITTER USERS MANUAL

USERS MANUAL

5015 B.U. Bowman Drive Buford, GA 30518 USA Voice: 770-831-8048 Fax: 770-831-8598 FCC Part 15.247 Transmitter Certification Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Transmitter Test Report FCC ID: P2SNTGR900G FCC Rule Part: 15.247 ACS Report Number: 06-0101-15C Manufacturer: Neptune Technology Group, Inc. Model: R900G Installation and Operators Guide
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This manual is an unpublished work and contains the trade secrets and confidential information of Neptune TechnologyGroup Inc., which are not to be divulged to third parties and may not be reproduced or transmitted in whole or part, inany form or by any means, electronic or mechanical for any purpose, without the express written permission of Nep-tune Technology Group Inc. All rights to designs or inventions disclosed herein, including the right to manufacture, arereserved to Neptune TechnoiogyGroup Inc.Neptune engages in ongoing research and development to improve and enhance its products. Therefore, Neptunereserves the right to change product or system specifications without notice.Trademarks used in tbis manualA900G is a trademark of Neptune Technology Group Inc. A900 is a trademark of Neptune Technology Group Inc Otherbrands or product names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.FCC NoticeThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this devicemay not cause harmful interference. and (2) this device must accept any interference received. including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates. uses. and can radiate radio frequency energy and. if not installedand used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, thereis no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful inter-ference to radio or television reception. which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.ReoTienturrelocate1h~ receiving amenna..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.RF Exposure InformationThis equipment complies with the FCC RF radiation requirements for uncontrolled environments. To maintain compli-ance with these requirements. the antenna and any radiating elements should be installed to ensure that a minimumseparation distance of 2Ocm is maintained from the general population.Professional InstallationIn accordance with section 15.203 of the FCC rules and regulations, the MIU must be professionally installed by trainedutility meter installers. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user's authority to operate the equipment
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Industry CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Cet appareillage numerique de la classe B repond a toutes les exigences de /'interference canadienne causant desreglements d'equipement. l'operation est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif peut ne pas causer/'interference nocive, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter n'importe quelle interference recue, y compris /'interference quipeut causer /'operation peu desiree.R!KKJG Installation and Maintenance Guideliterature No. 1M R900G 03.06Part NoXXXXX-XXXNeptune Technology Group Inc.1600 Alabama Highway 229Tallassee, Al36078Tel: 1334) 283-6555Fax: (334) 263-7299Copyright @ 2006Neptune Technology Group IncAll Rights Reserved.
Contents1Product DescriptionR900G Programming RFProtocolErrorDetection RF Frequency Control Algorithm """."""""""RF Transmission Period and Randomness. R900Moduie Range and Read Success Rates R900G Endpoint Value-Added Features2...3...3..332Specifications"'" 4455555Electrical Specifications. Transmitter Specifications. Specifications -R900G MIU Environmental Conditions. Functional Specifications. Dimensions and Weight Meter Compatibility """"' "3General Installation Guidelines67Tools and Materials. Safety and Preliminary Checks4R900G Endpoint -Retrofit Installation888American ModelsAM-175/250 Index Removal. Mounting of Index to R900G EndpointR900G Endpoint Installation and Maintenance Guide v
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FiguresFigure Title PageR900GEndpoint R900G MIU Dimensions. 252R900G Endpoint Installation and Maintenance Guide vii
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TablesTable Title PageRecommended Tools Recommended Materials. . .6.62.R900G Endpoint Installation and Maintenance Guide IX
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This section provides a general description of the ROOOG Endpoint for various nat-ural gas meters that provide meter consmnption and value-added data.The Neptune ROOOG Endpoint combines the field-proven R9OO@ radio frequency(RF) technology, developed by Neptune Technology Group, into a retrofit modulefor current residential and commercial natural gas meters for American, Equimeter(SensusIRockwell), and Actaris (Sprague) gas meters for an automatic meter read-ing (AMR) solution that provides utilities with accurate consumption, reducedmeter reading times, and higher meter reading success rates.The ROOOG is a one-way RF module that operates in the unlicensed 002-928MHzbandwidth. The data is transmitted via a high power signal to an enhanced datacollection device, boosting range and meter reading success rates, while reducingmeter reading time.The R900G will attach to new or existing meters, and encodes consumption andtamper information from the meter to a handheld, mobile, or a targeted fixed net-work reading device.The R900G meets both FCC part 15.247 and Industry Canada Class B regulations,allowing for a high output power AMR module that greatly increases range andmeter reading success rates. The R900 module uses frequency-hopping spreadspectrum technology to avoid RF interference and enhance security. The ROOOmodule transmits the consumption data, tamper conditions and value-added data,and a unique 10-digit RF MIU ill every 14 seconds. The ROOOG Endpoint is an Fac-tory Mutual (FM) approved device for Class 1, Division 1 rating.The R900G module is designed to offer advantages to utility organizations of allsizes:Incre~es meter reading accuracyMaximizes read success rates while minimizing readillg timeProvides value-added data, such as, tamper indications, reverse flow, and noconsumption data..Low cost of implementation and mpid ROIThe Neptune R900G endpoints are available in all cUlTent residential and top-mount commercial meters for American, Equimeter, and Actaris natural gasmetersR900G Endpoint Installation and Maintenance Guide
Product DescriptionFigure 1 R900G EndpointR900G ProgrammingThe R9OOG is field-programmable via an Infra Red (IR) port. At the factory, each ofthe following items is progranuned into the Mill:Serial number -Each R900 module is given a unique serial number/identifica-tion number. To eliminate the possibility for duplicate ID numbem, customserial numbem are not available.Time between metrology reads -The R900 module reads themetrology every 14 seconds. meter.Time between R900 module transmissions -The time between R900 moduletransmissions is set for approximately 14 seconds. Custom time intervals arenot availableField progammable features are the following:Existing index readingPressure compensationTest hand registrationRF Protocol Error DetectionThe Radio Frequency (RF) protocol is comprised of a header, data packet, and anerror detection mechanism that reduces the possibility of erroneous data.2R900G Endpoint Installation and Maintenance Guide
Product DescriptionRF Frequency Control AlgorithmThe ROOO module's frequency-hopping spread-spectrum has a sequence of at least50 different channels for transmitting data. Associated with the 50 channels are 50frequencies that can be pre-selected in a pseudo random manner. These 50 fre-quencies are coded into the software.The R900 module avoids 914 MHz to prevent potential collisions with the Advan-tage probe.RF Transmission Period and RandomnessThe random period generation uses the same random seed created for the channeldefinition to generate the transmission randomness. The randomness algoritlun isdefined so that no two consecutive transmissions from the two R900 modules willinterfere with one another.R900 Module Range and Read Success RatesThe R900 module is a radio frequency device that complies with FCC Part 15.247allowing for a higher output power device. The higher output power coupled withthe sensitivity of Neptune's reading systems enhances a utility's range, minimizingthe reading time while maximizing read success rates.R900G Endpoint Value-Added FeaturesThe R900G Endpoint provides tamper indications, such as, removal
This section provides you with the specifications for the ROOOG EndpointElectrical SpecificationsPower lithium battery with Hybrid layer Capacitor(HlC) CapacitorTransmitter SpecificationsTransmit Period Every 14 secondsTransmitter ChannelsChannel Frequency50910-920 MHzMeets FCC Part 15.247Part 15.247Output PowerFCC VerificationFM Approval Class 1, Division 1'This feature may result in a minor discrepancy between the actual reading on the register and the reading on the hand-held or mobile unit. The discrepancy results from a time lapse up to an hour between the time the MIU reads theencoder and the time the MIU is read. This discrepancy will be corrected within the next hour when the MIU takes anew readingR900G Endpoint Installation and Maintenance Guide 4
SpecificationsSpecifications -R900G MIUEnvironmental Conditions-22° to 149°F (-30° to 65°C)-40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C)0 to 95% CondensingOperating TemperatureStorage TemperatureOperating HumidityFunctional SpecificationsMIUID 10 digitsDimensions and WeightDimensionsWeightRefer to Figure 21.0 Ibs.(454 grams)Figure 2 R900G MIU DimensionsMeter CompatibilityAll Current Residential and Top-mount Commercial American,Equirneter, and Actaris
3 General Installation GuidelinesThis section describes tools, materials, and general jnstallation information for theROOOG Endpoint.Tools and MaterialsTables 1 and 2 show the recommended tools and materials you may need to suc-cessfully install the ROOO MIU or to replace the MIU's internal battery.Some items may not apply to your specific installation or the list may not contain all required toolsor materials.Table 1 Recommended ToolsTable 2 Recommended MaterialsItem Descripti on/Recommendati on UseSite Work Order Documentation provided by yourutilityReceiving and recording informa-tion about the work site
General Installation GuidelinesSafety and Preliminary ChecksObselVe the following safety and preliminary checks before and during each instal-lation:Verify that you are at the location specified on the Site Work Order.Verify that the site is safe for you and your equipment.Notify the customer of your presence and tell the customer that you will needaccess to the water meter.If the Site Work Order does not have an Mill ill number on it, write in the illnumber(s) of the Mill you are about to install. If the Site Work Order alreadyhas an Mill ill number on it, verify that it matches the ill numbers on the Millyou are about to install.
American Models AM-175/250Index RemovalComplete the following steps for index removal.1Use a flathead screwdriver to puncture and remove the tamper plugs, ifpresent.2Use a large screwdriver to remove and discard the four lens mounting screwsand the lens.3Remove the gasket.4Use a small screwdriver to remove the index mounting screws and the index.Mounting of Index to R900G EndpointComplete the following steps to mount the index to a ROOOG Endpoint.Carefully mate the drive dog from the index to the drive dog of the ROOOGEndpoint.2Secure the index to the module using the two index screw from Step 4 in theprevious section.3Place clear plastic covers over the front of the w1it.4Use the four mounting screws that are supplied to attach the entire assemblyto the gas meter main case.5Program tile installation.6Test tile installation7Place new tamper plugs over the screws.R900G Endpoint Installation and Maintenance Guide 8
IndexGgeneral description 1Aalgorithmrandomness 3RF frequency control 3antenna. RF 1 Hhandheld. reading 4HLC capacitor 4Hybrid Layer Capacitor 4Bbatteryinternal 6lithium 4index, removal 8indications, tamper 3Industry Canada notice iiiinstallationimportance of professional iipreliminary checks 7safety 7interference canadienne iiiIR programming device 6CCanadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations iiicapacitor, HlC 4channelfor transmitting data 3frequency 4transmitter 4compatibility, meter 5conditions, environmental 5 LLCD. definition 1Liquid Crystal Display 1Mmaterials, recommended 6meter compatibility 5metrology reads 2MIUID 1MIU, definition 1Ddata collection device 1deviceapproved 1data collection 1higher output power 3IR programming 6output power 3RF 3targeted fixed network 1dimensions 5 NEelectrical specifications 4environmental conditions 5noticesFCC iiIndustry Canada iii0FFCC operating humidity 5operating temperature 5output power 3pperiod, transmit 4power, output 3, 4preliminary checks 7notice iiverification 4features. value-added 3FM approval 4frequency-hopping 3functional specifications 5R900G Endpoint Installation and Maintenance Guide 1-1
Indexspecificationsdimensions 5electrical 4encoder register interface 5environmental conditions 5functional 5MIUID 5transmitter 4weight 5spread-spectrum 3storage temperature 5TRR900@ radio frequency (RF) 1R900Gdescription 1dimensions 5general description 1interface 5module reads 2module transmissions 2serial number 2specifications 4tools and materials 6weight 5radio technology 1random period generation 3reads, success rates 3regulations, Canadian iiiRF antenna. 1exposure information iifrequency 3module 1protocol, error detection 2technology 1transmission 3tampernail 1plugs 8temperature, storage 5time intervals, custom 2tools, recommended 6transmissionrandomness 3RF 3Transmitter specifications 4vverification. FCC 4ssafety checks 7serial number 2site work order 6wweight. R900G 5antenna 1work order. site 61-2 R900G Endpoint Installation and Maintenance Guide

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