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Identification
Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with policies RSS-210 and RSS-GEN of the Industry Canada rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Déclaration de conformité
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Warning Follow these procedures to avoid injury to yourself or others:
The lithium battery may cause a fire or chemical burn if it is not disposed of properly.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100º Celsius (212º Fahrenheit), crush, expose to water, or
incinerate the lithium battery. Fire, explosion, and severe burn hazard.
Keep the lithium battery away from children.
Replace the lithium battery only with batteries meeting Itron specifications. Any other battery may
cause a fire or explosion.
Warning Only authorized Itron personnel should attempt repairs on Itron equipment. Attempts to do so by
others might void any maintenance contract with your company. Unauthorized service personnel might also
be subject to shock hazard on some Itron equipment if removal of protective covers is attempted.
Warning To prevent ignition of flammable or combustible atmospheres, disconnect power
before servicing.
Warning Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety.
Applicable Patents
U.S. Patent Numbers: 4,614,945; 4,753,169; 4,768,903; 4,799,059; 4,867,700
Canadian Patent Numbers: 1,254,949; 1,267,936; 1,282,118
Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfu l interference in a residential installation. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference that may cause undesirable operation.
This device must be permanently mounted such that it retains a distance of 20 centimeters (7.9 inches) from all persons in order to comply with FCC RF exposure levels.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the F CC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the eq uipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
Transportation Classification
The Federal Aviation Administration prohibits operating transmitters and receivers on all commercial aircraft. When powered, any 100G series gas ERT is considered an operating transmitter
and receiver and cannot be shipped by air. All product returns must be shipped by ground transportation.
Modifications and Repairs
To ensure system performance, this device and antenna shall not be changed or modified without the expressed approval of Itron. Any unauthorized modificati on will void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Meter Installation/Removal
In the event of malfunction, all repairs should be performed by Itron. It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the need for service to Itron.
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Document Conventions
Caution A Caution warns the installer that failure to follow the information in the note could result in
loss of data. Be sure to carefully read a Caution note and follow the advice or instructions.
Warning A Warning alerts the installer about potential physical harm to the installer or hardware. It
is critical that you pay strict attention to Warning notes, read the information carefully, and follow the
advice or instructions.
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Tip A Tip provides the installer with extra hints or suggestions to make a task easier to perform or a
concept easier to understand.
Note A Note supplies generic information to the installer. The installer can ignore the information
and continue a task without suffering any adverse consequences.
The following documentation conventions are used in this installation guide:
Document Purpose
This installation guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing the 100G series gas ERT module on a
wide variety of meters. This installation guide may refer to the 100G series as the 100G DLS gas ERT module
based on form or meter type. Mechanical installation procedures are identical for all modules. 100G series gas
ERT module compatible meters are listed in the Meter Compatibility List.
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Itron 100G DLS gas ERT modules are radio-frequency (RF) devices designed to transmit meter data to an RF
C H A P T E R 1
About the 100G DLS Gas ERT Module
meter reading device within transmission distance of the ERT module. The 100G gas ERT was designed with
a higher output power than earlier Itron gas ERT modules to achieve an increased RF transmission distance.
The 100G series gas ERT modules have greater output power to meet Itron mobile and fixed network
requirements. The first 100G gas ERT module offered high transmit power capability which increased
operational efficiency and reduced infrastructure costs. The 100G Datalogging gas ERT module was enhanced
to offer higher transmit power with data logging capability (time-stamped hourly interval data) for both
mobile and fixed network applications. Itron's 100G Datalogging Fixed Network (DLN) gas ERT module
added improved network performance through a higher transmit power, accomplished using increased antenna
efficiency and more robust optimized messaging structures. Itron's 100G DLS gas ERT module continues a
legacy of increased efficiency in messaging and adds network security.
Transmission Modes
The 100G DLS gas ERT module can be set to transmit in Fixed Network, Mobile and Handheld, or Hard to
Read Mobile and Handheld Mode.
Fixed Network Mode. The 100G DLS transmits a high-powered network interval message (NIM) RF
message every five minutes. Output power in this mode is 500 milliwatts or +27 dBm. Interspersed in the
high power NIM, the 100G DLS transmits a medium power RF message at 10 milliwatts or +10 dBm
every 60 seconds; expected battery life is 20 years.
Mobile High Power Mode. The 100G DLS transmits a high-powered RF message every 60 seconds.
Output power in this mode is 250 milliwatts or +24dbm; expected battery life is 20 years.
Mobile and Handheld Mode. The 100G DLS transmits a medium-powered RF message every 15
seconds. Output power in this mode is 10 milliwatts or +10dBm; expected battery life is 20 years.
(Optional) Hard to Read Mobile and Handheld Mode. The 100G DLS transmits a high-powered RF
message every 30 seconds. Output power in this mode is 250 milliwatts or +24dBm; expected battery life
decreases to 15 years in this mode. The Hard to Read Mobile and Handheld Mode should only be used for
exceptionally hard-to-read applications (such as meters installed on roof tops or in sub-basements).
An FCC license is not required to read 100G series gas ERT modules.
About the 100G DLS Gas ERT Module
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100G DLS Gas ERT Module Security
Functional Specifications
Description
Power Source
100G
100G Datalogging
100G Datalogging FN
100G DLS
Two "A" cell lithium batteries
One "A" cell lithium battery
Tamper Detection
Tilt tamper and magnetic tamper
FCC Compliance
Part 15 certified
Industry Canada Compliance
RSS-210 certified
Intrinsically Safe per
UL Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D
Product Identification
Numeric and bar coded ERT type and serial number
Construction Materials
Gray polycarbonate housing and back plate with encapsulated electronics
The 100G DLS is a component of a ChoiceConnect system. ChoiceConnect system security applies to the RF
communications between the handheld computer, Mobile Collector, or Fixed Network system and the ERT
module. There are two fundamental security processes used in the ChoiceConnect system to ensure
confidentiality and validity of the system communications.
Authentication. Authentication is the process of confirming that an artifact is genuine or valid.
Authentication in the 100G DLS is the process of verifying a request is from a valid source and in its
original form.
Encryption. Encryption is the process of transforming information to make it unreadable to anyone who
does not have a valid security key. There are two types of encryption, symmetric and asymmetric.
Symmetric encryption uses a shared key to decrypt or encrypt information. Asymmetric encryption uses a
private key to encrypt and a public key to decrypt.
As a component of the Itron ChoiceConnect solution, the 100G DLS supports the security model found in the
ChoiceConnect solution for both reading and programming. If the 100G DLS modules are shipped without
ChoiceConnect security enabled, the utility can, at a later date, inject security key sets into the 100G DLS
ERT modules.
Enabling 100G DLS Gas ERT Module Security
When 100G DLS ERT modules ship from an Itron factory, each module contains a Utility Factory key. The
presence of this Utility Factory key does not enable security. The installer must enable security by injecting
keys into the 100G DLS using an Itron programming device and programming commands. Initial key
exchange commands are secured using the Utility Factory key. For more information, see the Field Deployment Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934) programming guide.
100G Series Gas ERT Specifications
About the 100G DLS Gas ERT Module
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Operational Specifications
Description
Operating Temperatures
-40° to 158° F (-40° to +70° C)
Operating Humidity
5 to 95 percent relative humidity
Program Frequency
908 MHz
Transmit Frequency
Spread spectrum 908 to 924 MHz ISM band
Data Integrity
Verified in every data message
Document Title
Document Part Number
Gas Module Meter Compatibility List
PUB-0117-002
Gas Module Ordering Guide
PUB-0117-001
100G DLS Gas ERT Specification Sheet
Publication 100941SP-XX
100G DLS Gas ERT Installation Guide, Remote Mount
TDC-0824-XXX
Field Deployment Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide
TDC-0934-XXX
Field Deployment Manager Field Representative's Guide
Note The last three digits of the user and installation guides represent the document's revision level. The
revision level is subject to change without notice.
100G Series Gas ERT Module Meter Compatibility List
The following table lists meter types compatible with 100G series gas ERT modules. Due to continuous
research and product improvements and enhancements, Itron reserves the right to change product or system
specifications without notice.
About the 100G DLS Gas ERT Module
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CTR, TC (No pulser, no instrument
drive) Use Elster American kit
numbers 93179K002, 003, 004, or
005 to modify the meter with an
adapter to attach the residential
module.