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....57CONFIGURING THE PROG
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..60Saving and Retrieving Configurations
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Allow Connection Requests
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Respond to Voice Calls / Respond to SMS
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Wall Mounting Tabs and Dimensions
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CNI2 with Universal Mounting Bracket (UMB)
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Bottom View of the Universal Mounting Bracket (UMB)
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The following symbols may be found within the text of this document, or
Denotes an information item
Denotes a user action item
Alerts the operator to special precautionary actions that may be required,
or danger hazards that exis
t or have the potential to exist.
Alerts the operator to an electrical shock hazard condition that exists or could
Symbol that indicates earth ground. A copper rod buried in the ground is a
le of an earth ground connection, although these can take various forms.
Reference your local electrical code regulations for detailed information.
Internationally recognized symbol that represents voltage in the form of direct
common example of a direct current (DC) source is an automotive car battery.
Alerts the operator that the equipment or component thus labeled
is not to be disposed of without special consideration to the hazardous waste that it
Compliance is necessary to ensure that national, state, and local community legal statutes are

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This product contains a radio
mbined cable loss and antenna gain must not exceed +6.8 dBi (850 band),
+1.9 dBi (900 band), +7.7 dBi (1800 band) or +2.2 dBi (1900 band). Total system
output must not exceed 2.0W EIRP in the 1900 band in order to comply with the
product must be installed in a manner that
or more between the antenna and
in conjunction with any other antenna or
This product contains a radio
The combined cable loss and antenna gain must
not exceed +5.3dBi (800 band).
The combined cable loss and
antenna gain must not exceed +4.2dBi and total
t exceed 2.0W EIRP in the
comply with the EIRP limit of 24.232
product must be installed in a manner that
or more between the antenna and
in conjunction with any other antenna or
to satisfy exposure requirements.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. O
peration is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

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Disposal of lithium battery cells is strictly regulated in most areas as hazardous waste
material. Consult your regional waste disposal authority to ensure full compliance
with legal statutes when disposing of cells.
ort of primary cell lithium batteries (even when fully discharged) of this type is
strictly forbidden on passenger aircraft. Cargo shipment of batteries via UPS, FedEx,
etc., requires special shipping containers, packing, and paperwork to be completed.
9 is a general class designation by the DOT and has specific packaging instructions.
Lithium primary cells are ‘Class
9’ if they contain more than 5.0 grams of lithium. This is
Specific requirements are applicable to Class
Product handlers must be tested and certified. Packaging must meet Group II requirements and
boxes must be tested by UN specification. Packaging must be clearly marked to
Lithium batteries, UN3090, PG II, Number of packages, Emergency phone number, Shipper
MSDS information must also be included within the package.
Additional requirements may apply, or come into force in the future. Please co
requirements in advance with your shipper.

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CNI2 is a pulse accumulator (data logger) and serial data communications
product with an integral cellular radio transceiver. Pulse signal inputs (dry contact) and ala
inputs can be supplied from an external electronic corrector
or other measurement device
index base option with both a mechanical index display and pulse switch output is available.
Serial data communications with a cor
are also possible using either
ptions are also available
. These include alkaline battery, lithium battery, or
an external source such as solar or AC mains.
Numerous pulse counting inp
uts and alarm trigger inputs are supported.
Optional meter index base enables direct mounting onto a gas meter.
Several mounting options provide flexibility to mount to a wall, pipe, meter, etc.
Cellular radio service options include conventional GSM and C
options are also available to service special market
.The internal antenna feature conceals the nature of the wireless device. Where signal
strength is a concern, external antenna options are also supported.
ions are available, including alkaline battery, lithium battery, or
connections for external sourced power. External power can be either AC mains or
The enclosure is field proven durable and UV resistant against weather effects.
are update capability allows for new feature enhancements as they
CSA Hazardous area certification, Class I, Div
DPTCRB cellular network approvals

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Assembly sequence for the backside hangers is shown in the illustration below. The lock
washer contacts directly with the enclosure, then the hanger, the f
lat washer, and lastly the
screw to secure. Tighten the screw until snug, but do not over
Wall Mount Hangers Assembly Sequence
Where it is desired to have an index base mounted directly to a meter, the UMB
package are that the entire
instrument can be mounted without any concerns about routing external meter pulse signal
wires. Mounting of the UMB index base is possible on rotary, turbine, and diaphr
meters that have a rotating instrument drive output. This includes American, Rockwell, Romet,
Roots, or Schlumberger meters.
The UMB housing may be rotated about the base plate so that the instrument and index will
all four screws which attach the base plate to the
Replace and tighten the four screws after you have repositioned the UMB