System Guide D4000 MOSAIC – Water Datamatic, Ltd. © 2008 ©Datamatic, Ltd.
Table Of Contents Table Of Contents ..............................................................................................2 Regulatory Information .......................................................................................3 Introduction.........................................................................................................4 Equipment ..........................................................................................................
Regulatory Information United States of America, FCC: Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Introduction The D4000 MOSAIC System is an automatic meter reading system designed for reading meter data remotely and wirelessly. This is accomplished using the Datamatic D4000 MOSAIC Meter Interface Unit (MIU) that forms a mesh network with neighboring D4000 MOSAIC MIUs, and reports data to the Home Office (HO) through strategically placed gateway devices.
Equipment D4000 MOSAIC Meter Interface Unit (MIU) The D4000 MOSAIC Meter Interface Unit (MIU) tracks and transmits meter reading data. Each D4000 MOSAIC can be configured to record 72+ days of hourly consumption readings, thereby enabling the resolution of billing disputes. The D4000 MOSAIC signal includes the meter number, meter reading, battery voltage, tamper flag, and a leak indicator. Battery: 3.
Lid Lock If the lid has a hole for the unit, use the cap and wing nut assembly (“lid lock” pictured at right). Ensure that enough space exists between the box lid and the ground for the unit to sit. If not, remove some of the dirt from the bottom of the box. Do not over tighten lid locks. D4000 MOSAIC Lid lock -6- ©Datamatic, Ltd.
Installation Supplies Optic Sensor-end D4000 MOSAIC Installation Supplies Basic Supplies: • • Razor blade tool or chisel Non Pumice Fast Orange 7.5 Fl. Oz Part No. 23108 15 Fl Oz. Part No 23116 • Cloth Rags • 99% Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol • Lint Free Cotton Squares • Plumber’s Goop Adhesive #15112 (Purple Tube) • Zip Ties—14” • ¾” PVC pipe; sch.
Installation Considerations 1. Signal distance varies depending on the location of the D4000 MOSAIC. Those installed above ground generally transmit the greatest distance. 2. The material of a pit or vault lid affects the transmission range. For example, a transmitter has a greater range sending from a pit with a plastic lid than a cast iron lid. 3. Lids with holes of a diameter of roughly 1 3/4 inches make it possible to mount the D4000 MOSAIC through the lid.
Installation Procedures Installation Overview for Water D4000 MOSAICs 1. Perform a site survey to determine where best to install the Gateway devices and where to designate MIU mesh network areas. 2. Configure MIUs before on site installation with the unique mesh word to form a group of selected MIUs into a mesh network. 3. Prepare the meter. 4. Attach the D4000 MOSAIC. 5. Using a mobile gateway, take a reading to verify neighbor MIUs on the mesh. 6.
#3 Pressure – To the Sensor on the Meter NOTE: Since the 3M tape provides a pressure sensitive seal, the installer must apply 15 lbs. of pressure to the D4000 MOSAIC optical sensor immediately after attaching to the lens surface for a minimum of 60 seconds. 1. Very Important: Press the adhesive down for 60+ seconds using 15 lbs of pressure. Allow 24-96 hours to cure. 2. Fasten the cable to the register with a zip tie. 3.
Final Optic Sensor-end D4000 MOSAIC Installation Steps 1. A full cure on the seal is achieved in 24-96 hours. Do not touch, pull, move, or handle the sensor in any way during this period. 2. Mount the D4000 MOSAIC box with the threaded neck pointing up. 3. Mounting can be accomplished by attaching to a wall, stake, or through a hole in the meter box or vault. 4. Typical meter pits will use an 18” long ¾” PVC stake. Push the stake into the ground approx. 6” deep, adjacent to the meter register. 5.
Contacting Datamatic Datamatic, Ltd. offers the following benefits to customers under the RouteSTAR MVP Meter Reading System maintenance agreement. 24-hour telephone support for MOSAIC Interface Software. Two-hour response time on telephone calls. Preventative maintenance on system hardware. Best effort turn-around time for repairs. Software updates. System Support during Business Hours Support is available to customers of Datamatic, Ltd. from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
