User's Manual

page 2 Tantalus Systems Corp.
General Information
Tantalus provides two-way, real-time data communications networks to monitor and control electric
utilities. Our long-range wireless networks unite a utility’s applications, making meter reading, load
management, and distribution automation cost-effective and practical throughout urban and rural
service areas.
The Tantalus Utility Network uses long-range 220 MHz spectrum to deliver valued applications
such as outage management, power quality monitoring, meter reading, load management, and
distribution automation to utilities. The Network provides robust two-way communications
throughout a utility’s diverse service territory – including residential, commercial, and industrial.
Product Specification: XR-3100 Cross Band Repeater
Frequency Range
902-928 MHz frequency hopping, license exempt
220-222 MHz frequency agile, very narrow-band GFSK
Operating Temperature
-22 to 140°F (-30 to +60°C)
Operating Humidity
5% to 95% non-condensing
Modulation
GFSK
Power Supply
100-240VAC from AC line mains, 2 A max
Power Consumption
Quiescent Power: 1.9 watts typical
Standby Power: 2 watts
Active Power: 12 watts (pulsed)
Transmitted RF Power: 5 watts
Outage Reporting
Optional
220-222 MHz Antenna
(Part 90)
Internal: Standard
External: Optional
For more information about the antennas that are approved for use
with this device, see the table 1 on page ii.
900 MHz Antenna
(Part 15)
Not accessible to installer/operator.
Data rate
1600/3200 bps
Standards
• FCC CFR Title 47 Part 15c (Intentional Radiators)
• ANSI C12.1:1995 Sections: 4.7.3.1 Insulation, 4.7.3.11
EFT/Burst, 4.7.3.3.1 Surge Immunity, 4.7.3.3.2 Ring Wave
Immunity
• CFR Title 47 Part 15b (Unintentional Radiators)
• CFR Title 47 Part 90, Sub-Part I & T (Private Land Mobile
Radio Services)
• CSA C22.2 60950-1 and ANSI/UL 60950-1-2002. (Product
Safety)