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Table Of Contents
Contents
Before You Begin
Documentation Conventions
Related Documents
CCU/Repeater Basics
CCU Configuration
CCU/Repeater Components
CCU/Repeater Module
External GPS/WAN Antenna System
900 MHz Antenna
Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation
Installation Profiles
Siting CCUs/Repeaters
Propagation Study and CCU/Repeater Site Selection
GPS and WAN Coverage
AC Service Requirements
External Ethernet Connections
Remote 900 MHz Antenna Placement
Grounding the Antenna System
Lightning Arrestor
AC Mains Power
DC Mains Power
Materials Not Provided by Itron
Coaxial Cable
Remote Mount 900 MHz Antenna on a Standard CCU/Repeater
Remote Mount High Gain (8.15 dBi) 900 MHz Antenna on a Tower CCU
External GPS and WAN Antennas
Antenna Sweep Test
Antenna Connectors
Mounting Hardware
Installing the CCU/Repeater
Installation Overview
Attaching the External GPS/WAN Antennas
Attaching the Direct Mount 900 MHz Antenna
Attaching the CCU/Repeater
Mounting Hardware
Pipe Mount
Pole Mount
Wall Mount
Davit Arm Mount
Connecting Cables
Installing the Battery
Providing Power
AC Installation Diagram
Tower Installation
Tower Installation Overview
TCU Components
AC Tower Installation Diagram
Solar Powered Installation
Solar Installation Overview
Solar Wiring Diagram
Solar Installation Diagram
Battery Care and Replacement
Shipping Requirements
Battery Storage and Charging
Long-Term Storage
State of Charge
Charge the Battery
Battery Service Life
Calendar Life
Preventative Maintenance
Replacing the Integrated Battery
Detailed CCU/Repeater Specifications
CCU/Repeater Dimensions and Weight
Antenna Specifications
Environmental Specifications
Transmitter
CCU/Repeater Power Operating Range
Battery Pack
Status and Diagnostics
Status Indicator
Performing an Antenna Sweep Test
Index
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