Neptune Technology E-Coder)R900i User Manual

E-Coder)R900i Installation and Maintenance Guide 31
Glossary
antenna (whip) The RF antenna that can be removed to upgrade to a through-the-lid
antenna.
antenna (pit) The MIU antenna used for pit installations.
conical-shaped gasket The cone-shaped rubber gasket on antenna cable used to seal cable
at top of connector housing.
connector housing The black plastic 1/4-turn connector used to waterproof antenna
cable connection to pit MIU.
connector nut The black plastic nut used to depress conical-shaped gasket and seal
antenna cable at the top of connector housing.
flat washer The washer used to seal cable connector housing to pit MIU.
light sensor The component located under the recess that is used to activate the
LCD. See Liquid Crystal Display.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) The component where the meter reading and value-added icons are
displayed.
MIU Meter Interface Unit.
register read time The default time is once an hour for ProRead™ and 15 minute inter-
val for E-Coder (ARB VII). Custom time is not available.
serial number A unique identification number given to each MIU at the factory. The
default value is the last programmed plus one. Custom serial num-
bers are not available.
tamper nail The small black plastic nail used to secure the battery pack to the
Inside enclosure.
transmission time The time between MIU transmissions. The default is approximately
fourteen (14) seconds. Custom time is not available.

Neptune Technology E-Coder)R900i Specifications

General

Model	E-Coder)R900i
Radio Frequency	900 MHz
Data Storage	Internal Memory
Manufacturer	Neptune Technology Group
Environmental Rating	IP68
Power Supply	Internal Battery
Compatibility	Compatible with Neptune water meters

Summary

Product Description

General Installation Guidelines

Safety and Preliminary Checks

Details safety procedures and pre-installation checks for a safe and successful installation.

Activating and Reading the E-Coder)R900i

How to Activate LCD Using the Light Sensor

Instructions on how to use the light sensor to activate the LCD display.

How to Read

Guidance on interpreting meter icons and LCD displays for reading information.

Common Causes of Leaks

What to Do if There is a Leak

Installing the Inside Version

Site Selection

Installing the E-Coder)R900i Inside Version MIU

Step-by-step instructions for installing the MIU in an indoor setting.

New Meter Installation

Steps for installing the E-Coder)R900i on a new service line.

Retrofit Meter Installation

Instructions for replacing an existing register head with the E-Coder)R900i.

Testing the E-Coder)R900i Inside Installation

Procedure to verify the MIU is functioning correctly after installation.

Completing the E-Coder)R900i Inside Installation

Checklist

Installing the Pit Version

Installing the E-Coder)R900i Pit Version MIU

Step-by-step instructions for installing the MIU in an outdoor pit setting.

Testing the E-Coder)R900i Pit Installation

Procedure to verify the MIU is functioning correctly after pit installation.

Completing the E-Coder)R900i Pit Installation

Data Logging Extraction Steps

Extracting Data

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Replacing the MIU Battery (E-Coder)R900i Inside Version)

Step-by-step guide for replacing the battery in the inside version MIU.

Replacing the MIU Battery (E-Coder)R900i Pit Version)

Step-by-step guide for replacing the battery in the pit version MIU.