GALAXY® Programmer Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints GXY-IOM-08-EN (February 2013) 64764-011 Rev.
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Programming Manual CONTENTS ABOUT THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 GALAXY PROGRAMMER STARTUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 TR3 ENDPOINT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Programming Manual ABOUT THIS MANUAL The GALAXY® Programmer manual provides instructions for using the GALAXY Programmer software with the Trimble® Ranger handheld. Features of the GALAXY Programmer Software The GALAXY Programmer software is designed for GALAXY TR3 and TR2 endpoints. The endpoints can be used with all Badger Meter encoders, including the HR-E LCD Encoder, Absolute Digital Encoder (ADE®) and Recordall® Transmitter Register (RTR®), as well as compatible three-wire competitive encoders.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints GALAXY PROGRAMMER STARTUP NNOTE: Make sure to securely connect the correct IR cable to the serial port of the handheld before performing any of the GALAXY Programmer functions. Refer to “IR Reading Error” on page 22 if you need help. When powered on, the handheld opens to the Windows home screen. Tap the Windows Start button in the lower left corner of the screen to display the programs on the handheld. 1.
Programming Manual 3. (Optional) To view the Trademarks, tap the Trademarks button. To close the Trademarks screen, tap OK. . Figure 4: Trademarks screen 4. On the GALAXY Programmer login screen, tap in the User field. Enter a three to five character personal identification number (PIN) using the keypad. The PIN is user defined. Numbers, letters or a combination of both are valid. Result: If your PIN is not valid, an error message is displayed. Tap OK and re-enter a valid PIN.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints TR3 ENDPOINT Figure 6: GALAXY TR3 endpoint TR3 Programming Screen The following buttons and fields are included on the TR3 programming screen as shown in Figure 7 on the next page. Buttons Program Programs a reading into an RTR endpoint, most commonly after a tamper repair. This button is not active when reading an ADE or HR-E LCD encoder. Start Radio Starts the endpoint radio. Pause Radio Pauses the endpoint radio.
Programming Manual Reading the TR3 Endpoint With the TR3 IR tab selected, align the optical read head of the IR cable with the IR port of the TR3 endpoint and tap the Read button or press ENTER on the keypad. NNOTE: For best results, the optional TR3 programming bracket can be used to align the IR cable. If you need help getting a read, refer to “IR Reading Error” on page 22. Two messages display after tapping the Read button. 1. "Please Wait: IR Wakeup in Progress" 2.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints Pausing, Stopping and Starting the Radio An initial read must be performed prior to pausing, stopping or starting the radio. Pausing the Radio Align the optical read head of the IR cable with the IR port of the TR3 endpoint and tap the Pause Radio button. Result: This places the endpoint in a paused state, indicated on the screen by two yellow vertical bars and the message "Radio PAUSED.
Programming Manual Force RF The Force RF command is used to force an endpoint transmission, most commonly to test installation success. An initial read must be performed prior to forcing a transmission. 1. To force an endpoint transmission, align the optical read head of the IR cable with the IR port of the TR3 endpoint and tap the Force RF button. Result: A warning screen is displayed as shown in Figure 13. Figure 12: Force RF 2. Tap Yes to continue.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints Read Register The Read Reg button is used to read the register on an encoder, most commonly to verify a tamper repair. NNOTE: The Read Reg button does not display for an RTR. 1. Align the optical read head of the IR cable with the IR port of the endpoint and tap the Read Reg button. Result: A screen is displayed warning that reading the register will change the hourly interval data. See Figure 16. Figure 15: Read Register 2.
Programming Manual Clearing a Tamper When a tamper occurs, the word "TAMPER" displays in the Reading field, and "DISCONNECTED" displays in red at the bottom of the screen. Follow the steps below to repair and clear a tamper. Figure 18: Tamper Encoder Tamper Repair 1. To clear a tamper on an ADE or ELCD endpoint, repair the wire connection from the endpoint to the encoder. 2. Check to see if the repair was successful by using the Read Reg button to read the encoder register.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints Programming a TR3 Endpoint - RTR only NNOTE: The Program function is for RTR endpoints only. If you try to program an encoder endpoint, the reading you enter will be replaced by the actual reading. 1. With the TR3 IR tab selected on the programmer screen, align the optical read head of the IR cable with the TR3 endpoint and tap the Read button. 2. Tap Reading to activate the field. 3.
Programming Manual TR2 ENDPOINT Images of GALAXY TR2 endpoints are shown in Figure 21. Figure 21: GALAXY TR2 endpoints TR2 Programming Screen The following buttons and fields are included on the TR2 programming screen as shown in Figure 22 on the next page. Buttons Program Programs a reading into an endpoint, most commonly after a tamper repair (RTR only). Reading Tapping the button activates the Reading field. Fields ID/Serial # Endpoint serial number. Firmware Ver. Endpoint firmware version.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints Reading the TR2 Endpoint 1. On the GALAXY Programmer screen, tap the TR2 IR tab. Result: The Cable Select screen is displayed, as shown in Figure 23, reminding you to attach the IR programming cable to the handheld if you have not already done so. 2. Tap OK. Result: The Wakeup GALAXY screen is displayed, reminding you to swipe the endpoint with a magnet to put it in communications mode. 3. Tap OK.
Programming Manual 4. Align the optical read head of the IR cable with the IR port of the TR2 endpoint and tap the Read button or press ENTER on the keypad. If you need help getting a read, refer to “IR Reading Error” on page 22. "Please Wait: Reading" displays on the screen after tapping the Read button. NNOTE: The endpoint cannot be read or programmed until it has been swiped with the magnet.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints Programming the TR2 Endpoint - RTR only NNOTE: Programming is for RTR endpoints only. If you try to program an ADE endpoint, the reading you enter will be replaced by an actual reading. 1. With the TR2 IR tab selected on the programming screen, tap the Reading button to activate the field. 2. Tap at the end of the current entry in the field. Then use the DELETE key on the keypad to erase the current entry.
Programming Manual SETTINGS On the Settings tab, you can view and change the COM port for the IR cable connected to the handheld. The IR COM port is set to the default of COM1 for both TR2 and TR3 endpoints. To change the default setting, follow these steps, starting from the GALAXY Programmer screen: NNOTE: Changes to the COM ports should only be made under the direction of Badger Meter Technical Support. 1. Tap the Settings tab to open the IR COM Port screen. 2.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints ABOUT The About tab displays the software version number and copyright information.
Programming Manual ALERTS The following alerts, as shown here, will display on the GALAXY Programmer screen when the status is reported to the endpoint.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints TROUBLESHOOTING IR Reading Error Figure 33: Reading failure message If you receive an error message similar to the screen shown here when attempting an IR read, review this checklist to try and correct the error before attempting to read again. Use Correct IR Cable Make sure you are using the correct IR cable. The table below lists the part number of the IR cable to be used with TR3 and TR2 endpoints. If the endpoint looks like.
Programming Manual IR Reading Checklist After you determine you are using the correct IR cable, review this checklist before attempting to read again. √ Clean the IR head and the endpoint infrared ports with a soft dry cloth to remove any debris or moisture. √ Plug the IR cable securely into the handheld serial port. √ When capturing a read, block as much of the surrounding light as possible. √ Try another IR programming cable if one is available. √ Make sure the IR cable is in good condition.
GALAXY® Programmer – Handheld Programming Software for TR3 and TR2 Endpoints IR Programming Bracket An optional IR Programming Bracket (PN: 66632-001) can be used to assist in reading GALAXY endpoints. The bracket facilitates correct alignment between the IR optical read head of the programming cable and the IR port on the endpoint. The IR programming bracket for GALAXY endpoints has two slots that fit the IR programming cables. The cable serial numbers are imprinted on the bracket as shown in Figure 34.
Programming Manual TECHNICAL SUPPORT For questions or for more information about the GALAXY programming software, contact Badger Meter Technical Support by phone, email or fax. Phone: 800-456-5023 Email: TechSupport@BadgerMeter.
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