Hardware Solutions for Gas Utilities
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- User Guide
- Software Security Modes
- Program Startup and Exit
- Copyright Screen
- Main Menu
- Reading a Route
- Bookmark an Account
- Changing Read Mode
- Work Items
- Requesting Extended Status Manually
- Requesting Firmware Version Manually
- Requesting Historical Interval Data Manually
- Read Menu
- Comments
- Read Direction
- View High/Low
- Manual Read
- Select Route
- Reader Codes
- Trouble Codes
- Text Messages
- Utilities
- Customizations
- Route Info
- Program & Quick Read
- Part II: HandHeld Operation
- Trimble Ranger 3 Handheld Overview
- Factory Reset/Clean Boot
- Using the Handheld Keypad
- Hot Keys, Quick Keys, Read Keys
- Configuration Options
- APPENDIX
- Glossary
- Status Codes
- Valid COM Ports
- Gas Meter Drive Rotation
- Route Memory Stick
- Unloading a Route
- Using VersaProbe with Bluetooth
- Troubleshooting
- Technical Support
TRIMBLE RANGER 3 HANDHELD OVERVIEW
The Trimble Ranger 3 is a handheld computer designed for fully automated data collection along a route for meters equipped
with ORION endpoints. The handheld can also accept manual reads to support utilities as they transition from manual read to
AMR technology.
In retrofit installations where matching existing readings is required, the handheld functions as a programming device for
initial endpoint setup. The handheld can store up to 5000 accounts per route reading load file. Route reading file load and
unload data is transferred between the handheld and the reading data management software via a USB memory drive or
wirelessly, depending on the preference of the utility.
Front View
Back View
System Components
• Trimble Ranger 3 handheld with touch screen and custom keypad • Hand strap with stylus pocket
• Office Docking Station with power cord • IR programming cable
• Battery module • Mini USB cable
• ORION antenna (not included for handheld with no radio) • Screen protectors - 15 pack
• AC power supply and international electric outlet adapters • Audio jack cover
• Stylus – two pack and tether • USB flash drive
The handheld comes equipped with built in GPS, WiFi, a bar code scanner, camera and flashlight. Manual handhelds (without
a radio) have built in GPS and WiFi.
OTE:N For a complete list of part numbers and replacement parts for reorder, refer to the Trimble Ranger 3 Parts List, available
at www.badgermeter.com.
Notification LEDs:
Battery, OS and
Wireless
Navigation
pad
Power On/Off
Battery
module
Camera
Touch
screen
Audio jack
TRIMBLE RANGER 3 HANDHELD OVERVIEW
Page 58 April 2014ORION® Field Application for Trimble® Ranger 3