Water Solutions
100W and 100WP Datalogging ERT Module
Installation Guide
TDC-0909-003
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Compliance Statement
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100W and 100WP Datalogging ERT Module Installation Guide
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Compliance Statement
This device c omplies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must acc ept any interference that may cause undesirable operation.
This device m ust 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.
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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.
Compliance Statement Canada
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only
operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain
approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its
gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated
power (e.i.r.p.) is not m ore than that necessary for successful
communication.
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All other product names and logos in this docum entation are used for identificati on purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Warning To prevent ignition of flammable or combustible atmospheres, disconnect
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicabl es aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas pr oduire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage es t susceptible d'en com promettre le fonctionnement.
Déclaration de Conformité
Conformément à la réglem entation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radi o peut
fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé
pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage
radioélectri que à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son
gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas
l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.
power before servicing.
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 100° Celsius (212° 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 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
Use only approved accessories with this equipment. Unapproved modifications or
operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use may void authorization by
Warning This unit cannot be modified and is not repairable. Attempts to modify or repair
this device will void the warranty.
Transportation Classification
The Federal Aviation Administration prohibits operating transmitters and receivers on all commercial aircraft. When powered, ERT modules are considered operating transmitters and receivers
and cannot be shipped by air. All pr oduct returns must be shipped by ground trans portation to Itron.
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If you have questions or comments about the software or hardware product, contact Itron T echnical Support:
Contact
• Internet: www.itron.com
• E-mail: support@itron.com
• Phone: 800 635 8725
Contents
Chapter 1 Before You Begin ........................................................................................ 1
Document Conventions ....................................................................................................................... 1
Document Purpose .............................................................................................................................. 1
How This Document is Organized ....................................................................................................... 2
Related Documents ............................................................................................................................. 2
Chapter 2 About the 100W and 100WP ERT Module ................................................. 3
100W and 100WP Models ................................................................................................................... 4
Battery Life .......................................................................................................................................... 4
100W and 100WP Transmission Modes ............................................................................................. 5
100W Operating Modes ...................................................................................................................... 5
100WP Operating Modes .................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 3 Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the ERT Module .................. 7
Initializing the 100W ............................................................................................................................ 9
100W Encoder Start-up ..................................................................................................................... 10
Connecting to a Meter Register Using the Inline Connector ............................................................... 7
Connecting to a Meter Register Using a Cable ................................................................................... 7
Connecting the 100WP to a Remote Meter Register .......................................................................... 9
Using an Extension Cable ................................................................................................................... 9
Programming the 100WP .................................................................................................................. 10
100WP Pulser Start-up ...................................................................................................................... 11
Verifying 100W and 100WP ERT Module Operation ........................................................................ 11
Chapter 4 Installing the 100W and 100WP ERT Module .......................................... 12
100W and 100WP ERT Module Accessories .................................................................................... 12
100W and 100WP ERT Modules with Integral Connectors .............................................................. 12
Rod Mount Installation ....................................................................................................................... 14
Required Tools and Hardware .......................................................................................................... 14
Wall Mount Installation ...................................................................................................................... 17
Required Tools and Hardware .......................................................................................................... 17
Base Mount Installation ..................................................................................................................... 19
Required Base Mounting Tools and Hardware ................................................................................. 19
Shelf Mount Installation ..................................................................................................................... 20
Required Tools and Hardware .......................................................................................................... 20
Through Lid Mount ............................................................................................................................ 22
Required Tools and Hardware .......................................................................................................... 22
Installing in a New Lid ....................................................................................................................... 25
Optional Leak Sensor Installation ..................................................................................................... 26
Required Equipment .......................................................................................................................... 26
Required Materials ............................................................................................................................ 29
Pipe Preparation ........................................................................................................... 30
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Chapter 5 Remote Antenna Installation .................................................................... 34
Industry Canada Conformity .............................................................................................................. 34
Installing the Remote Antenna .......................................................................................................... 35
Appendix A Using an Inline Connector .................................................................... 38
Appendix B Using Gel Cap Connectors and the Itron Splice Kit ........................... 40
Appendix C Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 43
Index ............................................................................................................................. 44
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Before You Begin
Document Conventions
Itron product part n umbers are not ed in
parentheses.
Hypertext links are in blue. See the Copyright Page for identification information.
Note A Note indicates neutral or positive information that stresses or
supplements important points of the main text. A note supplies information that
To install the ERT module (ERW-1300-XXX), do the following steps.
may apply only in special cases.
Caution A Caution advises users that failure to take or avoid a specified action
could result in a loss of data.
Warning A Warning advises users that failure to take or avoid a specified
action could result in physical harm to the user or the hardware.
Document Purpose
This document provides the installation instructions for the 100W and 100WP ERT module. Mounting
options for the 100W and 100WP ERT module include rod mount, wall mount, through-lid, and shelf-mount
installation. The ERT module is available with the following configurations:
• Integral connector
• 5-foot open-end cable
• 20-inch open-end cable
An optional Itron Leak Sensor is available for all three configurations to provide leak monitoring capability.
100W and 100WP ERT module configurations provide an easy interface to several register types. The 20-inch
cable variant allows meter manufacturers to mount the ERT module directly to their respec tiv e meter reg is ters
before delivery to the installer.
Caution Installing an integrated 100W or 100WP ERT module and meter register in a water pit box reduces
the ERT module's RF signal distance significantly. If read reliability is a problem, install the remote antenna or
select a new installation method.
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Description
the 100WP ER T modul e, and con nect th e ERT m odules t o
Document Description
Itron Part Number
How This Document is Organized
This document is organized into the following chapters:
1. Before You Begin Information about this publication.
2. About the 100W and 100WP ERT module Overview of 100W and 100WP E RT modul e inst allation .
3. Initializing, Connecting, and Programming Instructions to initialize the 100W ERT module, pr ogram
the water meter.
4. Installi ng th e 100W and 10 0WP ERT modul e Step-by-step ERT module installation instructions for:
• Rod moun t
• Wall mount
• Base mount
• Shelf mount (kit CFG-1300-001)
• Through lid mount
• Optional Leak Sensor installation
5. Remote Antenna Installation Instructions for installing the ERT module with the remote
antenna.
Appendix A Using an Inlin e Connector Instructions for installing an inline connector.
Appendix B Using Gel Cap Connectors Instructions for installing gel cap connectors.
Appendix C Tr oubles hooting Troubleshooting 100W and 100WP ERT module
operation.
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About the 100W and 100WP Datalogging ERT Module
The 100W and 100WP ERT modules are high-power radio frequency automatic meter reading (AMR) devices
that attach to water registers to collect consumption usage and tamper data the ERT module then transmits to a
data collection device. The ERT module operates in both bubble-up mode and two-way mode.
The 100W and 100WP ERT modules ship in Factory Mode. The ERT modules acquire and transmit meter
register data. The ERT module transfers meter data immediately if the unit is initialized or programmed with a
handheld computer during installation (see Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the ERT Module on
page 7).
The 100W and 100WP ERT modules support protocols for a variety of meter manufacturer's registers. Refer
to the Water Meter Compatibility List (PUB-0063-002), for the list of supported meters and registers.
100W and 100WP ERT modules feature the following capabilities:
• Leak Detection and Reverse Flow Detection. 100W series ERT modules feature the same robust
features as Itron's 60 series ERT modules to provide Leak Detection and Reverse Flow Detection. For
more information about Leak Detection and Reverse Flow Detection, see the Itron white paper Detecting
Leaks and Reverse Flow with 60 Series Endpoints.
• Communication Error Indicators.
• Last Good Read (LGR Flag). The LGR flag indicates a communication error with the register.
• 100W encoder ERT module
If this flag is set for 24 consecutive hours, it initiates a cut cable flag in the extended tampers.
The Last Good Read Flag automatically clears after the ERT module receives a successful read
from the register.
• 100WP pulser ERT module
If the Last Good Read Flag is set two consecutive times, it initiates a Cut Cable Flag in the
extended tampers.
The Last Good Read Flag automatically clears after the ERT module receives a successful read
from the register.
Note Last Good Read Flag may be an indicator of a damaged register.
• Extended Tamper Flag (retrievable with two-way communication)
• Low Battery Warning. The 100W and 100WP ERT modules include a battery life estimator. The
estimator is based on the number of data packets sent at the various power levels and the age
(self-discharge) of the ERT module. The low battery warning allows the utility to easily identify
which ERT modules are nearing end-of-life in a mixed population and gives the opportunity to
schedule replacement.
The low battery warning is a single flag set when the battery has less than 10% remaining
capacity, typically 2 years life remaining Battery life is evaluated daily at midnight.
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