User's Manual

Itron Mobile Radio
Quick Reference
Thank you for purchasing the Itron Mobile Radio. This quick
reference explains how to:
• Unpack the IMR and accessories
• Charge the IMR’s battery
FCC compliance information is located in the Itron Mobile
Radio Compliance Statement (located in the box). The Itron
Mobile Radio User Guide also contains compliance
information and can be downloaded from Itron’s customer
support web site: http://support.itron.com
(available for
registered users).
Itron Web Support Users
First-time User for Itron Web Support
1. Go to http://support.itron.com
and click Create a new
account.
2. Itron sets up the account for your use.
Registered User for Itron Web Support
1. Go to http://support.itron.com
and sign in with your
user name and password.
2. Click Support Services.
3. Click Product Downloads.
4. Select Itron Mobile Application from the drop-down list.
5. Locate the appropriate documentation information.
To install and charge the battery
1. Plug the connector into the socket in the battery
compartment.
You will have to bend the wires at the connector at a
90 degree angle.
2. Insert the battery into the compartment.
• Make sure the battery label is facing the ridges on
the radio case.
• Make sure the wires are along the same side as
the connector.
• Make sure the removal tab is facing out.
Caution Do not pinch the battery wires when
replacing the battery compartment cover.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover making sure
the gasket is properly aligned for water tightness.
4. Fasten the battery compartment cover in place with the
provided screws.
Tighten the screws to ensure water tightness.
5. Plug the USB cable into the Itron Mobile Radio.
6. Plug the USB cable into a PC, an AC wall adapter, or a
12V AC car adapter.
7. Allow the Itron Mobile Radio to charge for at least six
hours.
Turning the Radio On or Off
To turn the radio on (battery power)
• Press and hold the button for three seconds (until the
Power LED turns green) to turn the radio on.
To turn the radio off (battery power)
• Press and hold the button for three seconds (until the
Power LED turns white) to to turn the radio off.
To turn the radio on (AC adapter)
• The radio is always on when using the AC adapter.
When the radio is using external power (connected to
an energy source with the USB cable) pressing the
button turns the power LED green until the button is
released, but it does not turn the radio off.
AC Power Adapter
Follow these instructions to help ensure your safety and
extend the life of the adapter.
• Use the adapter indoors only.
• Avoid spilling liquid on the adapter.
Do not connect it if it is damp.
• Make sure ventilation around the adapter is not
restricted while it is in use.
• Use only the AC adapter supplied with your Itron
Mobile Radio.
Do not substitute an alternative or unapproved
adapter; this may damage the Itron Mobile Radio and
void the warranty.
• Inspect the AC adapter before use.
Do not use it if there are any signs of damage or
deterioration.
• Make sure the connector is firmly connected.
• Avoid mechanical strain to cables and connectors.
• In the event of overloading, the AC adapter is designed
to be fail-safe and may stop functioning.
• Do not try to use the AC adapter to power any other
equipment.
• Avoid use in dusty, damp, or contaminated
environments.