User guide
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Overview of ReadCenter Analytics and Analytics Mobile
- Program Startup
- Main Screen
- System Outline
- Fixed and Mobile Reading Cycles
- Save/Clear Reads
- Read Input File
- Apply Gateway Readings to the Customer Account Records
- Load Collectors
- Unload Collectors
- Route Reading Reports / Run Reports
- Write Output File
- Gateway Reading Reports
- Custom Reports
- Analytics
- Accounts and System Settings
- System Requirements
- Software Function Detailed Description
- Codes
- Using the Tool Bars
- Radix Handheld File Transfer
- ReadAll Handheld File Transfer
- Mini Mobile Interrogator (MMI) File Transfer
- Backup Operation
- Troubleshooting
- Technical Support
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
OTE:N The specifications shown are to be used as a guideline. Some items relate more to requirements of the Operating
System rather than the ReadCenter Analytics application and they are subject to change. Follow any Operating
System vendor recommendations that exceed what is listed here.
Fixed Network and Mobile Reading Requirements
Server Component: For fixed network meter reading a gateway Monitor application runs on a server and requests or listens
for meter readings from gateways.
Server Specifications
Processor: 2.4 GHz Quad Core minimum
RAM: 16 GB minimum
Hard Disk: 100 GB available for application data. See Database Storage Requirements below.
Monitor: 17 - 19 inch screen, 1280 x 768 resolution minimum
Drives: 16x DVD-ROM for software installation
Operating System • Windows Server 2008 R2 x64
Other
• A backup power supply is required to ensure uninterrupted power.
• An Internet connection is required for Technical Support through WebEx.
• A dedicated computer is required that must be running at all times.
Fixed Network Reading
Requirements
• Requires LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi or Cell Network ability.
• GALAXY Gateway: A Public Static IP Address is required that allows connection with gateway
receivers via port 5003.
• ORION 4.0 Gateway: A Public Static IP Address is required that allows two way TCP/UDP
communications with gateway receivers via port 17134.
• ORION 1.0/2.0 Gateway: HTTP communication via port 80 is required to communicate with gateway
receivers.
• ORION SE Gateway: A Public Static IP Address is required that allows two way TCP/UDP
communications with gateway receivers via port 5004.
Database Component: The database holds mobile and fixed network information collected. The database application can run on the same
server as the Gateway Monitor or on a separate server with the same specifications.
Data Sources
• SQL Server 2008 R2 x64 – Standard or Enterprise
Database Storage
Requirements
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• Fixed Network
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: 25K Accounts = 100 GB 100K Accounts = 400 GB 500K Accounts=2 TB
• Mobile: 25K Accounts = 2 GB 100K Accounts = 10 GB 500K Accounts=50 GB
Client Computer: A client application runs reports to view and print meter reading information collected. It interfaces with the database
and mobile reading devices, and it allows for transfer of information to/from billing or customer information systems.
Processor • 1.3 GHz Quad Core minimum
RAM • 4 GB minimum
Operating Systems • Windows XP – Professional – SP2 or SP3 (x86 Only)
• Windows 7 – Professional, Ultimate, or Enterprise – (x86 and x64)
Hard Disk • 20 GB available
Monitor • 17 - 19 inch screen, 1280 x 768 resolution minimum
Printer • Inkjet or laser, networked or local
Drives • 16x DVD-ROM for software installation
Ports • USB ports available if needed for Trimble Ranger handheld communication
Wireless • Wireless ability if needed for Trimble Ranger handheld communication
Internet • An Internet connection is required for Technical Support through WebEx
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Five year estimation
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Based on hourly readings being held for 12 months for ORION SE or GALAXY TR3.
ReadCenter® Analytics & Analytics Mobile
Page 90 June 2014