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SmartSynch Itron Centron SmartMeter User Manual

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© 2006 SmartSynch™
SmartMeter™ System
Itron CENTRON
®
GPRS SmartMeter
User Guide
SMR45-4601A

Questions and Answers:

SmartSynch Itron Centron SmartMeter Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerItron
ModelCentron SmartMeter
TypeSmart Meter
Display TypeLCD
TechnologySolid State
Communication ProtocolSmartSynch
Current Rating200A
Operating Temperature-40°C to 70°C
CertificationsANSI C12.20, FCC Part 15

Summary

Introduction

About This Guide

This manual provides instructions for testing, installation, and activation of the Itron CENTRON SmartMeter.

Reference Materials

Lists reference software and documentation pertinent to the installation and use of the CENTRON SmartMeter.

Contacting SmartSynch

Technical Support

Provides contact information and procedures for obtaining technical assistance for SmartSynch products.

Documentation Feedback

Instructions for providing comments or recommendations regarding the documentation to SmartSynch.

SmartSynch Headquarters

Company information including mailing address, telephone, fax, website, and office hours.

Getting Started

Operations Overview

Describes the CENTRON SmartMeter as an Itron CENTRON meter integrated with a SmartSynch Interface Module.

Safety Precautions

Highlights hazards related to RF functionality and general warnings for installation and operation.

Prerequisites

Lists supporting software required for installation and relevant documentation to review.

Installing the CENTRON SmartMeter

Preliminary Inspections

Recommends a quick inspection for damage before installing and applying power to the SmartMeter.

Installation Process

Details the preconfigured state of meters and the two methods for deployment: direct field or meter shop.

Meter Installation Steps

Outlines the steps for installer verification, socket placement, and auto-configuration message transmission.

Provisioning the SmartMeter

Provisioning Process

Explains the importance of completing provisioning for correct transaction communication between TMS and device.

Troubleshooting Provisioning

Guides on checking events, device PIN configuration, and contacting support if provisioning fails.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Process Flow

Presents flowcharts for onsite (field) troubleshooting and troubleshooting from the TMS Operator's perspective.

Troubleshooting Process Description

Details specific actions for each troubleshooting step, covering meter installation, PIN validation, and device status.

CENTRON Display Feature

SmartSynch Identifier

Identifies the 3-letter field that signifies the SmartSynch display among available meter displays.

SmartMeter Warning Codes

Explains error codes generated by SmartSynch embedded software for the SmartMeter module.

Wireless Coverage Status

Defines values indicating coverage status detected by the GPRS modem (in/out of coverage, shut-down, not registered).

SmartMeter State

Provides a high-level state of SmartSynch firmware, detailing status codes for quality control, registration, and provisioning.

Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)

Explains the signal strength as reported by the modem and lists equivalent power values in dBm.

Requirements and Compliance

FCC and IC Compliance

Lists FCC and IC identification numbers and compliance statements for the CENTRON GPRS SmartMeter.

RF Exposure and Antenna Requirements

Details RF exposure compliance, antenna separation, gain limits, and OEM module certification requirements.