Installation Guide

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The 500W ERT module also sends a local access beacon message every 60 seconds that

allows users to gather contingency readings locally when needed.

Caution: If you perform a Switch to Network Mode or Switch to Mobile Mode

operation, it results in a loss of interval data.

The 500W ERT module operates using the 902 to 928 MHz in the ISM band frequency band

and does not require an FCC license.

Operating Modes

The 500W ERT module has the following operating modes.

1. Factory mode

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Modules are shipped from the factory in factory mode.

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The module's transmitter is turned off.

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The module's receiver is bubbling-up to listen for a programming command.

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Modules will attempt to read the register every hour.

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If the 500W ERT module reads a connected register, the module automatically moves

to run mode.

2. Audit Mode

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Audit mode reduces the normal read latency time associated with standard modes of

operation and is often used after initial installation.

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This mode is useful in network installations where the normal bubble rate is very slow.

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Audit Mode remains active for 30 days and then reverts to the initial programmed

mode.

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Audit Mode is intended to be used once.

3. Run mode

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500W modules normal operation mode.

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The module's transmitted message is dependent on its factory settings for standard

consumption + messages (SCM+).

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SCM+ remote 500W ERT module default bubble-up rate is 10 seconds.

4. Quiet mode

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Meter manufacturers can configure the remote 500W ERT module for quiet mode after

programming and direct mounting the remote 500W ERT module in a factory.

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