RXN610M2SSLM2 Utility Radio Transceiver

TRANSPARENT TECHNOLOGIES M2 Utility Radio Operations Manual Transparent Technologies, Inc 5665 Airport Blvd Boulder, CO 80301 720-406-1294 Disclaimer In no event shall Transparent Technologies be liable for any incidental, indirect, or consequential damages or other damages including without limitation loss of profits, loss of revenue, loss of data, loss of use of the product or any associated equipment, downtime, and user’s time associated with the use of this product, the resale hardware or its software. Use of Hardware In no event shall Transparent Technologies be liable for damages resulting from the use of its hardware or the malfunction of that hardware. Specifications for the hardware are subject to change at any time without notice. Copyrights /Trademarks Transparent Technologies reserves the names T2, M2 and UDA. References are made to Sony®, Clie™and Palm©. Version M2 Version 01.14 August 2007 M2 Utility Radio Transceiver Operations Manual OVERVIEW 1 INSTALLATION & WIRING 2 OPERATION 3 BATTERY 4 APPENDIX 5 1 1 M2 Utility Radio Transmitter Univeral The M1 radio is a universal AMR device designed for every utility. Encoder and digital inputs for all major water meter registers. Simple The M1 operates in an unlicensed mode in the 900-Mhz range which requires no utility regulation. The radio is easily configured and interfaced with an off-the-shelf PDA. Powerful In addition to reliable meter reading, the M1 also provides powerful datalogging, consumption profiling and leak detection. The M1 transmit basic meter and leak detection information through the RF signal. OVERVIEW Basic Specifications Transmission: One-Way DTS Two-Way DTS (unregulated) Regulatory: FCC 15.247 Temperature: -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to +70°C) Humidity: 100% Submersion: IP-68 Rating Fully submersible Packaging: PCB 100% encapsulated Housing: Smoke or Clear Polycarbonate Interface: All Major Encoders All Major SC/Pulse See Chart Battery: Replaceable 19.0 A-hr D-cell Battery Life: Up to 20 years 2 1 M2 Packaging The M2 is housed in a polycarbonate shell with multiple levels of waterproofing. The housing is available in either a clear or smoke tint. The housing is assembled with a UV-cure adhesive which provides the first level of environmental protection. The radio electronics are 100% encapsulated in a dielectric gel for 100% moisture protection. Finally, all cable entry/exit points are sealed with gel grommets to protect against long- term moisture penetration. The rear of the radio unit provides the access chambers for the wiring connections and the replaceable battery. The product label indicates a model number, a lot/serial number and the FCC identifier. 1 2 Installation The M2 is designed for all environments and can be installed either in indoor or outdoor environments. Mounting Orientation The most important consideration is to keep the M2 radio unit UPRIGHT when it is installed. The antenna is located on the top of the radio board and the RF transmission pattern is optimized with an upright orientation. In the UPRIGHT position: • The hanging slot is at the top of the unit • The T2 logo will be readable at the top of the housing • The battery will be at the bottom Other primary considerations for optimum transmission: • Avoid mounting the radio unit directly against metal surfaces (pipes, valves, etc.) • Avoid mounting the unit below typical water levels. • Do NOT drive screws or mounting hardware into the unit’s plastic housing. • Always mount the unit at the highest grade possible. INSTALLATION & WIRING In all cases, the installer should experiment with mounting techniques and RF performance prior to quantity installation. 2 2 Pit & Vault Installations For best transmission, the unit should not be mounted directly on any metal surfaces, such as pipes or valves, or mounted below know water levels. The M1B has multiple mounting options, including a slot for wire ties which can be used to hang the M1A, attach on a plastic stake or screw directly onto a wall. An effective mounting technique for commercial meter vaults is to hang the M1A unit from a fixture (such as a ladder rung or the lid itself) near the top of the vault. Proper mounting in these types of vaults is essential for good RF performance. For smaller vaults and meter boxes, a variety of acceptable mounting options are available. Two simple methods are hanging from the lid/cover and staking into the ground. If time and space are available, the M1A can also be mounted on the side of a pit with a wall bracket. For vaults or pits with metals lids, the M2 should be optimally mounted 6-18 inches below the lid/cover. 3 2 Indoor & Wall Installations For best transmission, the unit should not be mounted backing on metal surfaces, reinforced concrete or other dense surfaces. In indoor mounting situations, a higher mounting site will improve RF performance. In below grade sites (e.g. basements), the installer should experiment with the best location before the final mounting. In these instances, the direction/bearing of the receiver should be considered. For instance, if a unit is to be mounted in a basement with reinforced concrete walls, the best mounting location could be on the opposite wall, although this increases the overall distance. 4 2 Wiring Encoders As a default communication The M2 utilizes the ECR-II communications defacto-standard wiring conventions for encoder interfaces: Red: Clock/PWR Green: Data Black: Ground This wiring convention should be consistent with all Metron-Farnier, ECR-II and ECR-III registers. The unit can be ordered with a pre- wired cable in 5-ft increments. In this case, the cable with leads will exit on the side or bottom of the unit. For field retrofit applications, the unit can be ordering with leads ready for splicing in the wiring chamber. Wire Connections The wiring connections are critical for reliable radio-to-register communications. T2 recommends the use of 3m gel- cap type terminations. These connectors and the c…

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Successor in interest to International Approval Laboratories EMC EMISSIONS - TEST REPORT (Full) Test Report No. 3126032DEN-002 Issue Date: Thur 23/Aug/2007 Model / Serial No. MN: M2 /SN: Unit4 Product Type Utility \Meter Radio Client Transparent Technologies Manufacturer Transparent Technologies License holder Transparent Technologies 5665 Airport Blvd. Address Boulder, CO 80303 Test Criteria Applied FCC CFR47 Part 15.247 IC RSS-210 issue 7 Test Result PASS Test Project Number References 3126032 Total Pages Including Appendices: 32 Title 47 CFR 15: RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES Low-power License-exempt Radio Communication Devices (All Frequency Bands): Category I Equipment Tested By : Mike Spataro Reviewed By : Robert Cresswell This report is for the exclusive use of Intertek's Client and is provided pursuant to the agreement between Intertek and its Client. Intertek's responsibility and liability are limited to the terms and conditions of the agreement. Intertek assumes no liability to any party, other than to the Client in accordance with the agreement, for any loss, expense or damage occasioned by the use of this report. Only the Client is authorized to copy or distribute this report and then only in its entirety. Any use of the Intertek name or one of its marks for the sale or advertisement of the tested material, product or service must first be approved in writing by Intertek. The observations and test results in this report are relevant only to the sample tested. This report by itself does not imply that the material, product, or service is or has ever been under an Intertek certification program. Lab Code:200264-0 The entity logos above are for reference only and may not apply to this test report. Project File: 3126032 Page 2 of 32 Intertek ETL Semko 5541 Central Avenue, Suite 110 Boulder, Colorado 80301 Voice: 303 786 7999 Fax: 303 449 6160 Rev.No 1 D I R E C T O R Y Documentation Page(s) Test report 1 - 32 Directory 2 Test Regulations 3 General Remarks 4 - 5 Test-setup Photographs 6 - 8 Appendix A Test Data Sheets and Test Equipment Used 9 - 26 Appendix B Test Plan/Constructional Data Form 27 Appendix C Measurement Protocol/Test Procedures 28 - 32 STATEMENT OF MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY The data and results referenced in this document are true and accurate. The measurement uncertainty for Conducted Emissions in the frequency range of 150kHz – 30MHz is calculated to be ±2.30dB and for Radiated Emissions is calculated to be ±3.60dB in the frequency range of 30MHz – 200MHz and ±3.38dB in the frequency range of 200MHz – 1000MHz. EUT Received Date: 25-June-2007 Testing Start Date: 25-June-2007 Testing End Date: 13-Aug-2007 Project File: 3126032 Page 3 of 32 Intertek ETL Semko 5541 Central Avenue, Suite 110 Boulder, Colorado 80301 Voice: 303 786 7999 Fax: 303 449 6160 Rev.No 1 The tests were performed according to following regulations : 1. FCC CFR47 Part 15 subpart C 2. FCC CFR47 Part 15 subpart B 3. IC RSS-210e Issue 7 2007 4. IC RSS-GEN Issue 2 2007 5. ICES-003 Emission Test Results: Conducted Emissions, Powerline 15.207 - NA Test Result Minimum limit margin 0.0 dB at 0.0 MHz Remarks: EUT is battery powered. Radiated Emissions 15.209/15.109 - PASS Test Result Minimum limit margin -13.8 dB at 8000.00 MHz Remarks: 6dB Bandwidth 15.247 (a)(2) - PASS Remarks: Peak Output Power 15.247 (b)(3) - PASS Test Result Minimum limit margin -12.5 dB at 919.74 MHz Remarks: High Channel Radiated Emissions 15.205/15.247(d) - PASS Test Result Minimum limit margin -0.2 dB at 2759.14 MHz Remarks: High Channel Power Spectral Density 15.247 (e) - PASS Test Result Minimum limit margin -2.04 dB at 909.86 MHz Remarks: Mid Channel Project File: 3126032 Page 4 of 32 Intertek ETL Semko 5541 Central Avenue, Suite 110 Boulder, Colorado 80301 Voice: 303 786 7999 Fax: 303 449 6160 Rev.No 1 GENERAL REMARKS: The following remarks are to be considered as “where applicable“ and are taken into account while completing any FCC/IC/ETSI radio tests at Intertek, ETL Semko. Testing was performed in 3 different orthogonal axis to determine the worst case emissions from the device. The worst case emissions measurements are shown in this report. FCC CFR47 Part 15.31: Measurement Standards: In any case where the device is powered off a battery, a fresh battery was used during test. In cases where the device is powered off an AC supply, voltage was varied per Part 15.31 to find worst case emissions. FCC CFR47 Part 15.35: Measurement Detector Functions and Bandwidths: FCC Part 15.35 was utilized when performing the measurements within this report. Whenever possible the approved test procedures specified in FCC KDB 558074 for DTS devices was used for testing. Limit Calculation: At the time of testing, Intertek ETL Semko was unable to obtain the gain of the antenna for the EUT from the manufacture of the EUT or from the manufacture of the antenna. Therefore, the following calculation was used to determine the field strength limit for a test distance of 3m. This calculation assumes ideal isotropic radiation from the source. P = 20*log(E)-95.2289 P is power in dBm E is uV/m Sample: Production Prototype See RFQ Modifications required to pass : None Test Specification Deviations: Additions to or Exclusions from: None Project File: 3126032 Page 5 of 32 Intertek ETL Semko 5541 Central Avenue, Suite 110 Boulder, Colorado 80301 Voice: 303 786 7999 Fax: 303 449 6160 Rev.No 1 Required Information In Accordance to FCC CFR 47 Part 2.1033: Rule Part 11, 15 & 18 Devices Other Rule Part Devices Description Comments 2.1033(b)(1) 2.1033(c)(1) Manu. Contact See Page 1 of this report 2.1033(b)(2) 2.1033(c)(2) FCC Identifier Attached as Exhibit 2.1033(b)(3) 2.1033(c)(3) Users Manual to include Operating, installation Attached as Exhibit 2.1033(c)(4) Emissions Designator per 2. Attached as Exhibit 2.1033(c)(5) Frequency Range Not Applicable to Part 15 Devcies 2.1033(c)(6) Power range and controls Not Applicable to Part 15 Devcies 2.1033(c)(7) Maximum power oup…

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