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6 On-Demand 1.2 Overview
Technical Brief
RF Check
The new RF Check feature in the MTU programming software allows for better
reliability in confirming the level of RF communication between the MTU and
nearby DCU(s). This feature uses both RF frequencies to test the signal strength
between both devices. This ensures a more accurate test to aid those in the field
who want to confirm a proper and complete installation before leaving the work
site.
MTU Encryption/Authentication
On-Demand 1.2 adds AES 256 encryption and decryption message processing.
This includes a check for AES-128 encryption and a “bad actor” check if an MTU
message is expected to be encrypted but is not.
Firmware Over the Air
When transponders are ready for upgrades or new features, it is much more
convenient to update those transponders automatically from a series of substations,
than it is to manually pull or swap every metering device. Firmware Over the Air
enables utilities to keep their endpoint devices operating at peak functionality and
upgraded to the latest firmware release without the task of manually removing
every device from service in order to reprogram it. Downloading new firmware for
every endpoint module can be managed from a single interface. To ensure the
impact of firmware upgrades on system bandwidth remains minimal, the
downloading firmware can be spread over days or weeks, even targeting the daily
low usage windows of network traffic.
Advanced Alarms
On-Demand 1.2 adds advanced alarm processing for Badger, Ecoder, Diehl, and
Kamstrup meters. Data will process and display in AclaraOne event charts and
notifications. Extended Alarms are new, advanced, alarms from special meters,
e.g., Short Leak, Big Leak, Air-in-Pipe, Low Temperature, etc.