Need help?Do you have a question about the Badger Meter Trimble Ranger 3 and is the answer not in the manual?
General| Operating System | Windows Mobile 6.5 |
|---|---|
| Water Resistance | IP67 |
| Processor | 806 MHz Marvell PXA320 XScale processor |
| Memory | 256 MB RAM |
| GPS | Integrated GPS |
| Battery | Lithium-ion |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +60°C (-22°F to +140°F) |
| Wireless Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Data Storage | microSD card slot |
Contact details for technical assistance via phone, email, and fax.
Document aims to assist and guide the training session, not a complete user manual.
Explains formatting used in the manual for text, fields, and messages.
Lists advantages like no FCC license, waterproof components, and improved efficiency.
Describes how ORION endpoints transmit data to Trimble Ranger 3 and BEACON software.
Illustrates and names various Recordall Disc Series water meters.
Illustrates and names various Recordall Turbo Series water meters.
Illustrates and names E-Series Ultrasonic water meters.
Illustrates and names Recordall Compound water meters.
Illustrates and names M-Series Electromagnetic flow meters.
Illustrates and names gas meters.
Shows and names the High Resolution LCD Encoder (HR-E® LCD).
Shows an E-Series Ultrasonic meter with its encoder.
Shows and names the High Resolution 8-Dial Encoder (HR-E*).
Shows and names the Absolute Digital Encoder.
Shows and names the Recordall Transmitter Register.
Explains how encoder details are identified for billing unit conversion.
Lists considerations for read resolution, including meter type and unit of measurement.
Shows and describes Fixed Network, Classic ADE®, and Classic RTR® endpoints.
Lists ORION ME, SE, and CE endpoints compatible with the Trimble Ranger 3.
Explains the 'Pause' mode and the Smart Activation feature for endpoints.
Discusses factors like lid design, foliage, and metal objects impacting radio signal performance.
Points to additional manuals for maximizing radio signal propagation.
Advises on mounting endpoints near outside walls, away from metal objects for signal propagation.
Describes the enclosure for mounting endpoints in various environments.
Recommends using a nonmetal pit lid for maximum radio signal propagation in pits.
Directs users to website for detailed installation manuals and guides.
Describes the Trimble Ranger as a flexible handheld computer for meter reading.
Lists key features like RF listening, FHSS, battery conservation, and data storage.
Explains the customized keypad for data entry and access to applications like flashlight/camera.
Instructs on how to turn the handheld on using the green power button.
Details how to open the Start menu via stylus or keypad on the Windows Desktop.
Explains how to navigate to and open the Badger Meter Applications folder.
Instructs to tap the ORION Field Application icon or navigate and press Enter.
Guides on checking and confirming date, time, and time zone settings.
Explains how to start reading a route by tapping 'Read Route' or pressing Enter.
Details how to enter a 3-5 character PIN for security.
Lists the 5 default fields passed from BEACON software for customer accounts.
Notes that up to 9 fields can be displayed and refers to page 36 for customization.
Details extra info like Technology, Serial Number, Progress, and Battery Status.
Explains the meaning of various icons used to indicate status like 'Route completed' or 'Potential leak'.
Describes results of an ORION endpoint transmission: success, alert, or no transmission.
Lists common causes for failing to capture a meter read, like incorrect serial or range issues.
Advances to the next account after a reading, even if it's stored.
Advances to the next unread meter when a reading is received or entered.
Explains how to toggle between Auto and Manual modes using the 'A' key.
Explains how the record updates and advances based on settings after a meter read.
Details how to view previous or next account records using arrow keys or keypad.
Describes automatic opening of Tamper processing options when an ORION endpoint passes a Tamper flag.
Explains selecting a pre-defined message to send back to software for tamper issues.
Allows adding a manual read or canceling if a manual read fails.
Describes how to enter manual meter readings using the keypad and applying them with Enter.
Warns that route management software doesn't apply resolution logic to manual readings.
Explains software notification for readings higher or lower than expected based on previous data.
Notes that Trimble may ask for confirmation or re-entry of manually entered readings.
Instructs to tap Menu to access options and then select 'Clear Reading'.
Explains the confirmation prompt to erase a reading and return to the account record.
Explains collecting historical interval data, status, or firmware version from ORION ME endpoints.
Differentiates between Office Generated and Field Generated Work Items.
Guides on how to get field requested historical interval data via the Work Items menu.
Shows how to select the number of days (e.g., 30) for collecting hourly reads.
Guides on selecting the correct 'Test Circle' code for data collection.
Informs that the handheld notifies the user when a work item is complete.
Explains Quick Keys for accessing commonly used menu items via yellow text above alpha keys.
Provides a comprehensive list of Quick Key combinations and their functions.
Explains 'BB' for add/remove and 'CC' for paging through bookmarked accounts.
Details how to switch reading direction using 'DD' to read routes in reverse order.
Explains using 'FF' to quickly navigate to the first account record in a route.
Describes the 'HH' function to view High Value, Low Value, and Previous Read.
Explains how the account record is flagged if readings fall outside the expected high/low range.
Explains using 'KK' to access the Settings menu for handheld functionality.
Notes that settings determine handheld function and a full description starts on page 33.
Explains using 'Fn+L' to toggle the handheld's flashlight on and off.
Describes 'NN' for advancing to the next account record in Manual or Auto Advance Mode.
Explains using 'Fn+N' to open the comment screen and type messages for the account.
Explains 'QQ' summarizes route progress showing total services, remaining, and completed percentages.
Instructs to tap 'Details' for more information and 'Back' to return to account record.
Defines Reader Codes as flags to notify the office about specific account issues.
Guides on selecting up to 3 codes using stylus or arrows and saving changes.
Explains 'SS' for finding specific customer account records by various criteria.
Details how to select criteria like 'Last Name' from a list for searching.
Instructs to use the keypad to type the search value in the text box.
Guides on tapping 'Search' and notes that criteria are not case-sensitive.
Explains how list view identifies records with readings using green checkmarks.
Guides on reviewing results using scroll bar or arrows and selecting accounts.
Explains changing criteria like 'Contains' to 'Starts With' or 'Ends With'.
Details how to change view type to Grid or Paged results.
Instructs to tap the Plus Sign to add additional search criteria.
Shows results displaying Last Name (contains 'son') and Street Name (contains 'oak') in Grid format.
Shows results in Paged view, allowing selection of the desired account record.
Defines Trouble Codes as predefined flags to notify the office about meter read issues.
Explains 'UU' advances to the next unread meter record.
Notes that 'SS' (Search) can also display all unread meters.
Explains 'WW' cycles through account records flagged as Skipped.
Explains 'ZZ' adds or removes a Skip Code as defined in Settings.
Describes the notification when all routes are completed and ready for unloading.
Explains the Menu button accesses functions like Search, Clear Reading, Select Route, Progress, Quick Read.
Highlights the usefulness of Quick Read when endpoint serial numbers are not loaded properly.
Explains Quick Read-All displays serial, reading, type, and status of all endpoints.
Notes the availability of two views: List and Paged for Quick Read-All results.
Explains 'KK' accesses the Settings menu to configure handheld function during meter reading.
Notes that Hardware Options must be accessed from the Main Menu and are set at training.
Guides on tapping 'Back' to return to Account Record or 'Home' to Main Menu.
Explains hardware configuration from Main Menu to add/remove devices and change ports.
Details COM 7 for internal hardware, COM 1 for 9-pin serial, and COM 4 for external transceiver.
Pairs device with BEACON AMA for advanced functions, requiring BEACON AMA software.
Allows customization of comment display, field display, and reading entry directions.
Allows changing Quick Key preferences from Double Tap to Single Tap.
Allows changing default read direction (Left to Right) for different service types.
Covers High/Low options, Manual Entry Exception, Route Boundary Alerts, and Skipped Options.
Allows defining the route start quick key option, e.g., 'Start of Route' or 'Start of File'.
Defines how data is transferred to/from handheld; settings are password protected.
Option for wireless route file transfer.
Option for route file transfer via network cable.
Unique name required for wireless data transfer for some software packages.
Placeholder for any supplementary materials or appendices.
Makes the Data Sync process between handheld and BEACON software easier.
Instructs to click the Windows Start button.
Instructs to click the Settings Icon.
Instructs to click the Personal folder within Settings.
Instructs to click the Buttons Option.
Guides to scroll and select the COMM MODE button.
Instructs to assign 'Start COMM Mode' from the Program dropdown.
Instructs to click the OK button to finalize the settings.
To Next Page
