Neptune Technology E-Coder)R900i - Product Description

E-Coder)R900i Installation and Maintenance Guide 1
1 Product Description
This section provides a general description of the E-Coder)R900i™ register (subsequently
referred to as E-Coder)R900i). The E-Coder)R900i by Neptune is an integrated register
that contains both the E-Coder
®
and R900
®
technologies in one register that collects meter
reading data. It then transmits the data for collection by the meter reader. A Neptune walk-
by, mobile, or R900
®
Gateway fixed network data collection system receives the data and
stores it to be downloaded into the utility billing system for processing.
The E-Coder)R900i is easily installed and operates within an RF band which does not
require an operating license. The E-Coder)R900i meets FCC regulations part 15.247
allowing higher output power and greater range. The E-Coder)R900i uses frequency-hop-
ping spread spectrum technology to avoid RF interference and enhance security. The
transmitted data is updated at 15-minute intervals and is transmitted every 14 seconds. A
unique 10-digit MIU ID is included in the transmission of data. This allows the meter to be
read by a Neptune walk-by, mobile, or R900 Gateway fixed network data collection sys-
tem. The E-Coder)R900i is designed to offer advantages to utility organizations of all
sizes:
• Increases meter reading accuracy
• Eliminates "hard to read" meters
• Protects utility liability by increasing meter reader safety
• Requires no external wiring or programming
• Provides enhanced 8-digit AMR meter reading
• Provides proactive customer service benefits (leak, tamper and backflow detection)
Figure 1 E-Coder)R900i Inside and Pit Versions