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EMU-2
Energy Monitoring Unit
User Manual
Version 1.03
Sep 2012
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Summary

Regulatory Compliance

FCC Device Compliance

Device compliance with FCC Part 15 rules and potential modifications.

RF Exposure Guidelines

Compliance with radiation exposure limits and antenna separation guidelines.

Canadian ICES-003 Compliance

Apparatus compliance with Canadian ICES-003 digital device standards.

Australia;New Zealand Compliance

Compliance with C-Tick labeling and radiocommunications regulations for AUS/NZ.

Getting Started: Quick Setup

Unpacking and Contents Check

Verifying all items are present in the EMU-2™ box upon receipt.

Utility Registration Process

Process for registering the device with the local electricity utility.

Powering On the Device

Steps to connect the AC adapter and install batteries for power.

Connecting to Smart Meter

Procedure for the EMU-2™ to connect and synchronize with the smart meter.

Initial Device Configuration

Initial configuration steps including language and rate setup.

EMU-2 Hardware Features

Device Component Overview

Overview of the physical parts of the EMU-2™ unit, including buttons and ports.

Understanding Your EMU-2

Device Operation and Modes

Basic introduction to the device, its purpose, and operating modes.

Button Controls and Navigation

Explanation of how buttons control screen navigation and selections.

Screen Navigation Flowchart

Navigation Flowchart Explanation

Flowchart illustrating transitions between different device modes and screens.

EMU-2 Display Screen Details

Startup Screen Description

The initial screen displayed when the EMU-2™ powers on for the first time.

Current Time and Date Display

Shows the current date and time synchronized from the smart meter.

Meter Reading Display

Displays accumulated electricity usage in kilowatt-hours from the smart meter.

Current Usage Display

Shows real-time energy consumption rate and estimated cost per hour.

Daily Totals Display

Presents daily energy consumption and cost in graphical and numerical formats.

Total to Date Display

Shows accumulated usage and cost for the current billing period.

Previous Totals Display

Displays accumulated usage and cost for the prior billing period.

Current Price Display

Indicates the current price of electricity per kilowatt-hour.

Message Display

Shows text messages received from the utility provider.

Confirm Message Display

Screen to confirm receipt of utility messages.

EMU-2 Configuration Options

Restarting the Device

Procedure to restart the device if it becomes unresponsive.

Language Selection

Setting the display language for the EMU-2™.

Setting Electricity Rate

Manually setting the electricity price in cents per kWh.

Billing Period Dates

Defining the start and stop dates for the current billing period.

Customizing Billing Dates

Customizing billing periods to monthly or manual.

Battery Status Display

Shows the charge level of the batteries or if AC power is connected.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Troubleshooting: Restarting the Unit

Procedure to restart the device if it becomes unresponsive.

Troubleshooting: Power Problems

Steps to diagnose power problems, including AC adapter and battery checks.

Battery Replacement Guidelines

Guidelines for proper battery replacement to ensure reliable operation.

Troubleshooting: Smart Meter Connection

Troubleshooting steps for lost or disrupted wireless connection to the smart meter.

Technical Support Contact

rainforest EMU-2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandrainforest
ModelEMU-2
CategoryHousehold Appliance
LanguageEnglish

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