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OpenWay® Riva Routing Node
ERT Gateway Installation Guide
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OpenWay® Riva Routing Node-ERT Gateway Installation Guide
14 December 2017
TDC-1744-000
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Contents
Chapter 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information.............................. 1
USA, FCC Part compliance.................................................................................................................................. 1
Electromagnetic compatibility...............................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 Getting Started: OpenWay® Riva Routing Node-ERT Gateway.... 3
ERT Gateway related documents......................................................................................................................... 3
Installation location information............................................................................................................................ 4
ERT Gateway components................................................................................................................................... 4
ERT Gateway housing................................................................................................................................5
ERT Gateway antennas..............................................................................................................................6
Chapter 3 Planning an ERT Gateway Installation.............................................7
Installation proles................................................................................................................................................ 7
Siting the ERT Gateway........................................................................................................................................ 7
Propagation study for the ERT Gateway installation site ..........................................................................8
AC power requirements............................................................................................................................. 8
AC mains power....................................................................................................................................................8
Mounting hardware requirements......................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 4 Installing the ERT Gateway.............................................................10
Installation overview............................................................................................................................................10
Mounting the ERT Gateway antennas................................................................................................................ 10
Attaching the standard 915MHz ERT antenna.........................................................................................10
Attaching the backhaul antenna.............................................................................................................. 12
Mounting the ERT Gateway................................................................................................................................ 13
Mounting hardware.................................................................................................................................. 13
Mounting the ERT Gateway on a pipe..................................................................................................... 15
Mounting the ERT Gateway on a pole..................................................................................................... 16
Mounting the ERT Gateway on a davit arm............................................................................................. 16
Connecting the ground wire.....................................................................................................................17
Connecting the ERT Gateway power.......................................................................................................17
Connecting the power cable.............................................................................................................18
ERT Gateway wiring diagram...................................................................................................................18
Chapter 5 OpenWay Riva Routing Node Communications Software...........20
Appendix A ERT Gateway Specifications........................................................21
Dimensions and weight.......................................................................................................................................21
Antenna specications........................................................................................................................................21
Environmental specications.............................................................................................................................. 22
Transmitter.......................................................................................................................................................... 22
ERT Gateway power operating range.................................................................................................................22
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Chapter 1 Important Safety and Compliance
Information
This section provides important information for your safety and product compliance.
USA, FCC Part compliance
This device complies 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 accept any interference that may cause undesirable operation.
This device must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters (7.9
inches) from all persons to be compliant with regulatory RF exposure.
USA, FCC Class B-Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 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 equipment 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.
Modifications and Repairs
To ensure system performance, this device and antenna shall not be changed or modified
without the express approval of Itron. Per FCC rules, unapproved modifications or operation
beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
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Electromagnetic compatibility
Caution: Use only approved accessories with this equipment. All cables must be
high quality, shielded, and correctly terminated. Unapproved modifications or
operation beyond or in conflict with these use instructions may void the authority's
authorization to operate the equipment.
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Chapter 2 Getting Started: OpenWay® Riva
Routing Node-ERT Gateway
The OpenWay Riva Routing Node-ERT Gateway provides a unified means of reading Itron
100G series and 100W series devices over an IPv6 network. The OpenWay Riva Routing
Node ERT Gateway can be deployed in one of two network configurations designated in the
firmware. The ERT Gateway Star operates over a Star network to collect the Itron 100
Series gas and water ERT module reads.
Note
: The ERT Gateway does not support 100W+ Series modules operating in Extended
Range Mode (Geo Mode).
The ERT Gateway Mesh (future release) will operate over a Mesh network.
The network configuration is selected on the specification form at the time the system is
ordered.
The ERT Gateway communicates directly with the Connected Grid Router (CGR). The
gateway utilizes RF links with optimized modulation rates. The CGR then transmits the data
to the OpenWay Operations Center (a part of the head-end system) over the utility's
backhaul communication solution. The ERT Gateway's flexible design provides installation
options for a variety of wall-mounted or pole-mounted locations. This flexibility provides
optimal communication effectiveness and range and minimizes installation costs.
Important: Installation must be completed by professional installers to ensure trouble-free
operation of the Itron OpenWay system. Follow these product installation instructions to
ensure proper operation of your OpenWay Riva Routing Node ERT Gateway Star.
Use the ERT Gateway shipping packaging to transport the ERT Gateway. The shipping
materials protect the ERT Gateway from damage.
ERT Gateway related documents
The listed documents provide additional information for ordering and working with the
OpenWay Riva Routing Node ERT Gateway Star.
Document Itron part number
OpenWay Riva Routing Node-ERT Gateway Ordering Guide PUB-1306-001
OpenWay Collection Manager Installation and Configuration Guide TDC-1675-XXX
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Document Itron part number
OpenWay® Operations Center Performance Manager Integration Guide
Integration Guide
TDC-1718-XXX
Installation location information
The ERT Gateway is designed for the listed installation locations:
• Wood, concrete, or metal utility pole
• W
all (indoor or outdoor)
• Pipe or mast (between 2 and 3.5" in diameter)
• Roof
Note: Roof installation requires a 3rd-party, non-penetrating mounting kit (for example,
Tessco #461587)
• Other vertical structures
Integrated mounting and coupling brackets secure the device in high winds and under
heavy ice loads. Consult a professional engineer with concerns about your ERT Gateway
mounting location.
The ERT Gateway consists of several components in a single, weatherproof device.
Electrical components are encased in a plastic enclosure that provides optimum safety for
the installer.
Warning: In accordance with FCC rules, unapproved modifications or operation
beyond or in conflict with these use instructions could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment. Only authorized Itron personnel may open the ERT
Gateway. Unauthorized access or modifications to the ERT Gateway will void the
warranty.
ER
T Gateway components
The ERT Gateway (Star) has two antennas that are mounted directly on the gateway
housing.
• Backhaul antenna
• ERT antenna
Since the ER
gateway is weather-tight and able to withstand wind speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour.
Note: Review the ERT Gateway Ordering Guide (PUB-1306-001) for specific part numbers
and component options to determine the ERT Gateway configuration.
T Gateway can be installed in outdoor environments, each component of the
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ERT Gateway housing
The ERT Gateway housing contains the electronic components and radio boards. The radio
antennas are included with the gateway and are directly mounted to the housing.
Caution: Only authorized Itron personnel may open this device. Unauthorized
access or modifications to this product voids the warranty. Per FCC rules,
unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with the installation
instructions in this guide could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Designator Component Description
1 ERT Gateway The ERT Gateway processes data received through the antennas and relays it to the
2 ERT antenna A 915MHz antenna that receives messages from the 100 series ERT modules in the
3 ERT Gateway
label
4 Power
connector
5 Backhaul
antenna
6 Ground lug The ground lug is optional on the ERT Gateway and is provided for utilities that require a
OpenWay Operations Center (OWOC). Only authorized Itron personnel may open this
product housing.
network. The connection for this antenna is type N female.
The label displays the identification number
gateway information.
The power connector supplies power to the ERT Gateway. A three-pin cable connects
the ERT Gateway to the AC mains power supply.
A 915MHz antenna that provides a connection to the STAR or MESH network. The
connection for this antenna is a type N female.
separate earth ground.
Note: When the ERT Gateway is powered with the light pole/photo sensor adapter, there
is no ground connection. Use the ground lug in this configuration.
, model number, and other associated
7 LED Status
indicator
The status indicator displays the current operational status of the ERT Gateway.
The LED indicator is located on the bottom of the housing.
• Unpowered (off)
• Initializing (green blink)
• Running (green)
• Error (yellow)
The LED is configurable for the following display modes:
• None (no light)
• Error only
• Normal
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