Mars 400099WH User Manual
IC Radio Standards Specification: RSS-247
Certification Exhibit
FCC ID: SJS-400099WH
IC: 5379A-400099WH
FCC Rule Part: 15.247
ACS Project Number: 16-0481
Manufacturer: MARS Company
Model: 400099WH
Manual
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MARS SmartTransmitter MK-I/II
MARS SmartTransmitter VHP
FlowBridge FlowCast
Installation and Programming Guide
Revision 1.E (CM)
January 2017
MARS Company
A Division of OW Investors, LLC
sales@marswater.com
800.782.5268
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
3
Connecting to a Meter
4
Wiring Configurations
5
Programming Configurations - Overview
7
MK-I/II Programming Configurations - Step-by-Step Guide
8
MK-I/II Programming Configurations - Parameters Explained
9
MK-I/II Programming Configurations – Meter Type Settings
10
VHP Programming Configurations - Step-by-Step Guide
12
VHP Programming Configurations - Parameters Explained
14
VHP Programming Configurations – Meter Type Settings
15
Troubleshooting
17
Contact Us
19
Information to the User (FCC Information)
21
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Introduction
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Welcome to the exciting world of MARS Automated Meter Reading (AMR) Solutions. In the following
pages we will learn how to connect and program a MARS SmartTransmitter MK-I/II, a MARS
SmartTransmitter VHP (Very High Power), a FlowBridge FlowCast, and to perform occasional
troubleshooting.
There are a few points to remember while reading through the manual that can potentially help avoid
some common mistakes, and also give suggestions to help streamline the process of installing MARS
AMR.
• There are various materials that may be needed for each task, which are presented in
the beginning of each section. It is recommended that you have these nearby.
• Notes are listed in italics next to or underneath the section they are referring to. They
will list suggestions or offer advice on the adjacent topic.
• Sections in BOLD letters must be followed exactly, otherwise device operation will be
adversely affected or the manufacturer’s warranty will be voided.
• Underlined items are references to other sections of this manual.
As always, feel free to refer to the Contact Us section of the manual to call or email MARS if you have
any questions or if you would like additional information.
Connecting to a Meter
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Materials Needed
• MARS SmartTransmitter/FlowBridge FlowCast
• Meter with AMR output
• Gel Caps with Gel Cap Tool (optional)
• Wire Strippers (optional)
• Screwdriver (optional)
• Mounting Equipment (optional)
Depending on the installation environment, whether it is inside of a meter pit or on a wall, the materials
needed may differ slightly as a pit mounted SmartTransmitter/FlowBridge FlowCast installation may
require a pit mount bracket or AMR-ready pit lid. This is installation specific, and will vary between
installations.
For a meter with screw terminals available for AMR output, wire strippers and a screwdriver
will be required. Use the wire strippers to ensure there is enough bare wire to make reliable
contact with the screw terminals. Then use the screwdriver to attach each wire to its respective
terminal, as outlined in MARS SmartTransmitter/FlowBridge FlowCast Wiring Configurations.
For a meter with a pre-wired lead, wire strippers will be needed to remove the outer jacket on
the lead and Gel Caps are recommended by MARS to attach the SmartTransmitter/FlowBridge
FlowCast to the meter. First, remove the outer jacket on the pre-wired lead. When removing
the outer jacket, do not strip the inner 2 or 3 wires. These should not be stripped as this will
case unreliable performance. Once the outer jacket is removed, use the Gel Caps and Gel Cap
Tool to connect the 2 or 3 wire leads to their respective wire on the MARS
SmartTransmitter/FlowBridge FlowCast, as outlined in MARS SmartTransmitter/FlowBridge
FlowCast Wiring Configurations.
Once these connections are made and the installation environment is appropriately prepared with any
additional equipment, the MARS SmartTransmitter/FlowBridge FlowCast is ready to be programmed.
Wiring Configurations
MARS Encoder
Master Meter / 2-Wire Pulse/Generator Meter
Radio Green
Meter Green
Radio Green
Meter Red
Radio Red
Meter Red Radio Red
(3-wire Gel Cap)
Radio Black
Meter Black
Radio Black
Meter Black
Sensus Encoder
Hersey Encoder
Radio Green
Meter Green
Radio Green
Meter Green
Radio Red
Meter Red Radio Red
Meter Red
Radio Black
Meter Black
Radio Black
Meter Black
Neptune AutoRead
Neptune ProRead
Radio Green
Meter Red
Radio Green
Meter Red
Radio Red
Meter Black Radio Red
Meter Black
Radio Black
Meter Green
Radio Black
Meter Green
Elster AMCO Absolute Encoder (InVISION)
Neptune ARB V
Radio Green
Meter Red
Radio Green
Meter Red
Radio Red
Meter Green Radio Red
Meter Black
Radio Black
Meter Black
Radio Black
Meter Green
AMCO / ABB / Kent Scancoder
Elster AMCO Digital Register (pulse)
Radio Green
Meter Red
Radio Green
Meter Black
Radio Red
Meter Green Radio Red
Meter Green
Radio Black
Meter Black
Radio Black
Meter Red
Severn Trent – First Generation
Severn Trent – Second Generation
Radio Green
Meter Terminal 3
Radio Green
Meter Green
Radio Red
Meter Terminal 1
Radio Red
Meter Red
Radio Black
Meter Terminal 5
Radio Black
Meter Black
Badger ADE
Badger RTR
Radio Green
Meter Green
Radio Green
Meter Red
Radio Red
Meter Red Radio Red
(3-wire Gel Cap)
Radio Black
Meter Black
Radio Black
Meter Black
3+ -Wire Pulse/Generator Meter
Elster AMCO V-100 PSMT
Radio Green
Meter Signal Wire
Radio Green
Meter Red
Radio Red
Meter Tamper Wire
Radio Red
Meter Yellow
Radio Black
Meter Commons
Radio Black
Meter Black & Blue
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The diagrams below show the connections that must be made for each different type of meter. These
must be made correctly for the system to function normally. Unless directed otherwise by MARS or
MARS authorized personnel, follow these wiring instructions.
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