TRANSPARENT TECHNOLOGIES E-Reg / E-Reg-R Electronic Register With optional Embedded Radio Operations Manual
Transparent Technologies, Inc 5665 Airport Blvd Boulder, CO 80301 720-406-1294 Disclaimer In no event shall Transparent Technologies be liable for any incidental, indirect, or consequential damages or other damages including without limitation loss of profits, loss of revenue, loss of data, loss of use of the product or any associated equipment, downtime, and user’s time associated with the use of this product, the resale hardware or its software.
E-Reg E-RegReg-R OVERVIEW 1 INSTALLATION 2 Electronic Register With Embedded Radio Installation & Operations Manual OPERATION 3 OPTIONAL RADIO 4 BATTERY 5 APPENDIX 6
1 OVERVIEW E-Reg Electronic Register The E-Reg is the water industry’s new standard for register performance. The E-Reg offers maximum register resolution, a multitude of standard features, on-board datalogging and a variety of AMR and SCADA output options, including an embedded T2 M2w AMR radio. The E-Reg is designed for all environments and incorporates the largest battery available for AMR/utility applications.
1 E-Reg Packaging The E-Reg is housed in a polycarbonate shell with multiple levels of waterproofing. The housing is assembled with a UVcure adhesive which provides the first level of environmental protection. The register and radio electronics are 100% encapsulated in a dielectric gel for 100% moisture protection. Finally, all cable entry/exit points are sealed with gel grommets to protect against longterm moisture penetration.
1 Basic Specifications Materials Inner Housing: Sealing: Environmental Temperature: Humidity Range: Rating: Polycarbonate UV-protected Self-Healing Dielectric Gel –4oF to +176oF –20oC to +80oC 100% (waterproof) IP68 (Fully submersible) Battery: Replaceable 19.0 A-hr D-cell Battery Life: Up to 15 years Optional Embedded M2w Radio Transmission: Config/Datalogging: One-Way Two-Way (unregulated) Regulatory: FCC 15.
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2 INSTALLATION & WIRING Installation The E-Reg is designed for all environments and can be installed either in indoor or outdoor environments. The register is attached to the Metron water meter with a plastic housing as shown below.
2 Step 1 Fit the E-Reg inside the bottom housing as shown. The tabs will keep the E-Reg from slipping downward. Step 2 Place the top housing over the E-Reg and press downward until the top housing clicks into place.
2 Step 3 Start the screw into the separate slide crimp as shown below. The slide crimp will secure the bottom and top housings together. Do not fully tighten the screw at this point. Step 4 Place the E-Reg assembly on the water meter. Any MP3 or MP5 meter will have either a brass or plastic register plate for the attachment.
2 Step 5 Once the E-Reg assembly is loosely attached to the water meter, continue tightening the screw. The tightening will contract the bottom housing so the assembly is securely attached to the water meter.
2 Radio Option The E-Reg can be supplied with a optional M2w radio (E-Reg-R). This radio will be fully embedded within the E-Reg housing. The antenna is an integral circuit board that extends approximately 1 inch above the face of the E-Reg. There are no connections or wiring for the embedded M2w radio.
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3 OPERATION To be completed 1
4 BATTERY The E-Reg has a battery with an anticipated battery life of 15 years . Battery Specifications Mfg: Vitzrocell Type: Thionyl Lithium Chloride Size: D-cell Capacity: 19.0 A-hr Battery Life All battery calculations include a environmental impact factor and use a baseline of regular function usage (PDA reads, datalogging, etc.) With the optional M2w radio, the EReg’s transmit period is directly related to the battery life of the radio.
6 APPENDIX FCC Information Information to user. - The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Special accessories. (a) Equipment marketed to a consumer must be capable of complying with the necessary regulations in the configuration in which the equipment is marketed.
6 FCC Definitions Class A digital device. A digital device that is marketed for use in a commercial, industrial or business environment, exclusive of a device which is marketed for use by the general public or is intended to be used in the home. Class B digital device. A digital device that is marketed for use in a residential environment notwithstanding use in commercial, business and industrial environments.
