ITRON OpenWay Riva 500G ERT User manual

OpenWay® Riva
500GERT®
Module
Installation
Guide, Direct
Mount
TDC-1671-005
INSTALLATION GUIDE

500GERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount
25 July 2019
TDC-1671-005
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Table of Contents
Ta b leo fCon tents 3
1 Important Safety and Compliance Information 6
U.S. and Canadian Patent Numbers 6
U.S. Patent Numbers 6
Canadian Patent Numbers 6
USA, FCC Part 15 Spectrum Compliance 6
USA, FCC Class B-Part 15 6
Modifications and Repairs 7
Canada, ISED Spectrum Compliance 7
RF Exposure (FCC/ISED) 8
Australia, ACMA Spectrum Compliance 8
Transportation Classification 8
Modifications, Repairs, Installation, and Removal 8
Lithium Battery Safety 8
Equipment Repairs 9
Intrinsic Safety 9
Electrostatic Ignition Hazard 9
Module Cleaning 9
Do Not Drop 9
2 About the OpenWay® Riva 500G ERT® Module 10
Transmission Modes 10
Mobile High Power Mode 10
Mobile and Handheld Mode 10
(Optional) Hard to Read Mode 11
Gas Day Take 11
High Flow Event/Alarm 11
Local Auditing 11
Low Battery Event/Alarm 12
OpenWay Riva 500G and Itron Security Manager 12
Functional Specifications 13
Operational Specifications 14
Device Firmware Functionality 14
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Related Documents 15
Installation Requirements 16
3 Programming 19
Standard Configuration 19
Programming the Direct Mount Module 20
Itron Programs and Software Variables 20
Field Deployment Manager (FDM) 20
Mercury X-Blank options 22
Check Endpoint functions 23
Field Collection System (FCS) (Mobile Mode only) 23
OpenWay Operation Center (OWOC) 23
Itron Enterprise Edition (IEE) Meter Data Management 23
4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 24
Elster American Installation 24
Installation Overview 27
Mechanical Installation 28
Commercial Module Mechanical Installation 33
Programming and Requirements notes 37
GE Oil and Gas (Dresser) Installation 38
Installation Overview 41
Residential Module Installation 42
Commercial Module Mechanical Installation 43
Programming and Requirements Notes 45
Itron Meter Installation 46
Installation Overview 51
Itron Residential Meter Mechanical Installation 54
Itron Commercial Meter Mechanical Installation 63
Programming and Requirements Notes 70
National (Lancaster) Meter Installation 72
Installation Overview 73
Mechanical Installation 74
Programming and Requirements Notes 80
Romet Commercial Rotary Meter Installation 80
Installation Overview 81
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Residential Module Mechanical Installation 82
Commercial Module Mechanical Installation 83
Programming and Requirements notes 83
Sensus Meter Installation 84
Installation Overview 89
Residential Meter Mechanical Installation 90
Commercial Meter Mechanical Installation 95
Programming and Requirements Notes 102
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Important Safety and Compliance Information
This section provides important information for your safety and product compliance.
U.S. and Canadian Patent Numbers
U.S. Patent Numbers
■4,614,945
■4,753,169
■4,768,903
■4,799,059
■4,867,700
Canadian Patent Numbers
■1,254,949
■1,267,936
■1,282,118
USA, FCC Part 15 Spectrum Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reas-
onable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
■This device may not cause harmful interference.
■This device must accept any interference that may cause undesirable operation.
This device must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters (7.9
inches) from all persons to be compliant with regulatory RF exposure.
USA, FCC Class B-Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro-
tection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
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instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
■Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
■Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
Modifications and Repairs
To ensure system performance, this device and antenna shall not be changed or modified
without the express approval of Itron. Per FCC rules, unapproved modifications or operation bey-
ond or in conflict with these instructions for use could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Canada, ISED Spectrum Compliance
Compliance Statement Canada Déclaration de Conformité
This device complies with Innovation, Science
and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, (2) this device
must accept any interference, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Under Innovation, Science and Economic Devel-
opment Canada (ISED) regulations, this radio
transmitter may only operate using an antenna of
a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for
the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the
antenna type and its gain should be so chosen
that the equivalent isotropically radiated power
(e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for suc-
cessful communication.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autor-
isée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil
ne doit pas produire de brouillage, (2) l'utilisateur
de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radi-
oélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est sus-
ceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie
Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonc-
tionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain
maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur
par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les
risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention
des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type
d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance
isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne
dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à
l'établissement d'une communication sat-
isfaisante.
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RF Exposure (FCC/ISED)
This equipment complies with radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20 cm between the radi-
ator and your body. This transmitter must not be
co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites
d'exposition aux radiations dans un environnement
non contrôlé. Cet équipement do it être installé et
utilisé à distance minimum de 20 cm entre le radi-
ateur et votre corps. Cet émetteur ne doit pas être
co-localisées ou opérant en conjonction avec tout
autre antenne ou transmetteur.
Australia, ACMA Spectrum Compliance
When this device is sold and shipped to Australia, it is configured and labeled accordingly to be
compliant with ACMA Standards for the Radio, EMC and RF Exposure. This includes standard
AS/NZS 4268 RF spectrum standard for frequency and power out.
Transportation Classification
The Federal Aviation Administration prohibits operating transmitters and receivers on all com-
mercial aircraft. When powered, the Itron device is considered an operating transmitter and
receiver and cannot be shipped by air. All product returns must be shipped by ground trans-
portation.
Modifications, Repairs, Installation, and Removal
To ensure system performance, this device and antenna shall not be changed or modified
without the express approval of Itron. Any unauthorized modification will void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
In the event of malfunction, all repairs should be performed by Itron. It is the responsibility of
users requiring service to report the need for service to Itron.
Lithium Battery Safety
Warning! Follow these procedures to avoid injury to avoid injury to yourself or others:
■The lithium battery may cause a fire or chemical burn if it is not disposed of properly.
■Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100° Celsius (212° Fahrenheit), crush, expose to
water, or incinerate the lithium battery.
■Keep the lithium battery away from children.
■Fire, explosion, and severe burn hazards
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Equipment Repairs
Warning! Only authorized Itron personnel should attempt repairs on Itron equipment.
Attempts to do so by others might void any maintenance contract with your company.
Unauthorized service personnel might also be subject to shock hazard on some Itron
equipment if removal of protective covers is attempted.
Intrinsic Safety
Warning! Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety.
Electrostatic Ignition Hazard
Warning! Verify the area is not hazardous when installing, servicing, cleaning, or
touching the Itron device.
Module Cleaning
Warning! Clean only with a damp cloth.
Do Not Drop
Warning! While Itron modules are designed to withstand a drop, dropping the mod-
ule may damage the device and void the warranty.
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About the OpenWay® Riva 500G ERT® Module
Itron direct mount 500G ERT modules are radio-frequency gas modules (RF) featuring IPv6
open standards. The 500G ERT modules are designed to be read under Itron’s multi-purpose
OpenWay Riva Network Mode or by legacy ChoiceConnect handheld, mobile and fixed network
readers. In OpenWay Riva Network Mode, the 500G ERT module offers firmware download,
sub-hourly interval data, and extended data storage. In Mobile Mode, the ERT module operates
identical to the 100G DLS Dataglogging ERT module and can be ready by legacy ChoiceCon-
nect handheld readers, mobile collection, and Itron's new Mobile Radio network readers.
The 500G ERT module continues Itron's tradition of reliability, accuracy, and long battery life
while supporting the industry's standards for security and intrinsic safety.
Note: The OpenWay Riva 500GERTModule was formally known as the OpenWayRiva
Gas Module. The UIassociated with this device may reflect the former name.
Transmission Modes
In OpenWay Riva Network Mode, the module provides 3,840 buckets of configurable interval
data. Interval options are 5, 15, or 30 minutes.
Note: Interval data options are dependent on the ERT module's firmware version. For more
information, see Device Firmware Functionality on page14.
Output power in OpenWay Riva Network Mode is +27 dBm (500 milliwatts. The module is
designed to transmit 3 times a day with a 20-year battery life.
In Mobile Mode, the module provides 960 buckets of hourly interval data and can be set to trans-
mit in mobile and handheld, hard to read mobile and handheld. Mobile Mode transmission
modes include the following transmission characteristics:
Mobile High Power Mode
The 500G ERT module transmits a high-powered RF message every 60 seconds. Output power
in this mode is 250 milliwatts or +24dbm. In Mobile High Power Mode, the expected battery life is
20 years.
Mobile and Handheld Mode
The 500G ERT module transmits a medium-powered RF message every 15 seconds. Output
power in this mode is 10 milliwatts or +10dBm. In Mobile and Handheld Mode, the expected bat-
tery life is 20 years.
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(Optional) Hard to Read Mode
The 500G ERT module transmits a high-powered RF message every 30 seconds. Output power
in this mode is 250 milliwatts or +24dBm. In Hard to Read Mode, the expected battery life
decreases to 15 years in this mode. The hard to read mobile mode should only be used for excep-
tionally hard-to-read applications (such as meters installed on rooftops or in sub-basements).
Caution: If you perform a Switch to OpenWay Riva Network Mode or Switch to
Mobile Mode operation, it results in a loss of interval data.
An FCC license is not required to read the 500G ERT modules.
Gas Day Take
Note: Gas Day Take functionality is dependent on the 500G ERT module firmware version.
For more information, see Device Firmware Functionality on page14.
Gas Day Take (GDT) is critical to many natural gas utilities. GDT allows utilities to manage dereg-
ulated gas purchases. While daily GDT reads can be used for various operations within the util-
ity, the primary time constrained business operation is to daily balance deregulated (transport)
customers. GDT requires GDT data from a percentage (typically a maximum of 10%) of the util-
ity's customers at 9:00 a.m. Central Clock Time.
All collected data must be prepared and presented to deregulated marketers and customers by
11:00 a.m. CCT to support the gas utility's deregulated tariff. If a deregulated marketer of cus-
tomer under or over-burns what they nominated for a given day, they may pay a daily penalty.
Customers require the previous day's GDT data to make adjustments to their next day nom-
ination to avoid penalties.
High Flow Event/Alarm
Note: High Flow event functionality is dependent on the 500G ERT module firmware ver-
sion. For more information, seeDevice Firmware Functionality on page14.
High Flow is a configurable event/alarm that can alert a utility of an excessive flow of gas to avoid
potential hazardous events. The High Flow threshold can be configured using FDM Tools or the
OWOC CM.
Local Auditing
Note: Local auditing functionality is dependent on the ERT module's firmware version. For
more information, see Device Firmware Functionality on page14.
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The 500G ERT module supports local data auditing of installation programming. Local auditing
features the listed characteristics.
■Supports writing data (in both manufacturing and by FDM) to the module to support future
installation programming auditing.
■Reading the auditing data is supported locally.
■Auditing parameters include FDM User ID, number of dials, meter drive rate, unit of meas-
ure, ERT count rate, rollover, and PComp.
■Timestamping of auditing parameters.
■Log access via COSEM only.
Low Battery Event/Alarm
Note: Low battery functionality is dependent on the module's firmware version. For more
information, see Device Firmware Functionality on page14.
The OpenWay Riva module low battery event is flagged when the device reaches a 10% of bat-
tery life remaining state. The event triggers an alarm configurable for asynchronous delivery to
the head end system.
OpenWay Riva 500G and Itron Security Manager
The OpenWay Riva 500G ERT module is a component of Itron's OpenWay Riva system. The
OpenWay Riva system security, provided by Itron Security Manager (ISM), applies to the RF
communications between the collection device and the ERT module.
There are two fundamental security processes used in the Itron Security Manager to ensure sys-
tem communication confidentiality and validity.
■Authentication. Authentication is the process of confirming that an artifact is genuine or
valid. Authentication in the ERT module is the process of verifying a request is from a valid
source and in its original form.
■Encryption. Encryption is the process of transforming information to make it unreadable to
anyone who does not have a valid security key. There are two types of encryption, sym-
metric and asymmetric. Symmetric encryption uses a shared key to decrypt or encrypt
information. Asymmetric encryption uses a private key to encrypt and a public key to decrypt.
Data transmissions over the network are protected using AES-256 encryption.
As a component of the Itron Openway Riva solution, the 500G ERT module supports the secur-
ity model found in the OpenWay solution for both reading and programming. If the ERT modules
are shipped without security enabled (ready to secure), the utility can—at a later date—con-
figure the modules for ISM enhanced security.
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Important! Modules ordered pre-programmed with security injected and specified as
Zero Touch Deployment require that the installer rotates the wriggler five (5) times to
activate the module to join the network, if the module is installed in a location with little
or no gas flow.
Functional Specifications
Functional specifications Description
Power source Two "A" cell lithium batteries
Tamper detection Tilt and cut cable
Regulatory and Standards FCC compliance: Part 15.247, 15.249 (programming)
FCC IDs:
■EWQ500GA: American/Rockwell
■EWQ500GB: Sprague/Itron
■EWQ500GC: Commercial
■EWQ500GR: Remote
ISED compliance: RSS-247, RSS-210 (programming)
IC:
■864D-500GA: Amercian/Rockwell
■864D-500GB: Sprague/Itron
■864D-500GC: Commercial
■864D-500GR: Remote
Measurement Canada: Pending
Intrinsically safe per Telemetering Equipment for use in Hazardous Loca-
tions, for Cl I, Div 1, Gp D for Haz Loc, Temp Code
T1, -40°C ≤ Ta ≤ +70°C.
Operational All 500G modules operate without the need for an
FCC or ISED license.
Frequency: 902 to 928 MHz ISM band
Program frequency: 908 MHz
Australia ACMA AS/NZS 4268
Frequency: 915 to 928 MHz ISM band
Program frequency: 916 to 926.8 MHz
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Functional specifications Description
Product identification Numeric and bar coded module type and serial number
Construction materials Gray polycarbonate housing and back plate with
encapsulated electronics
Operational Specifications
Operational specifications Description
Operating temperatures -40° to 158° F (-40° to +70° C)
Operating humidity 5 to 95 percent relative humidity
Data integrity Verified in every data message
Device Firmware Functionality
This section lists the 500G ERT device firmware information and lists functionality by version.
Firmware part
number
Global soft-
ware release
(GSR) version
FDM Check
Endpoint firm-
ware version
Over-the-air
firmware part
number
Firmware Func-
tionality
Direct Mount:
FMW-7004-005
Remote Mount:
FMW-7014-005
5.0 4.13.15 N/A ■GSR 4.1 func-
tionality
■5, 15, 30-minute
interval data
■High flow alarm
■Low battery alarm
■Gas Day Take
■Local auditing for
dial and drive rate
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Firmware part
number
Global soft-
ware release
(GSR) version
FDM Check
Endpoint firm-
ware version
Over-the-air
firmware part
number
Firmware Func-
tionality
Direct Mount:
FMW-7002-012
Remote Mount:
FMW-7012-012
4.5 2.2.6 N/A ■GSR 4.1 func-
tionality
■3,840 buckets of
configurable inter-
val data
■Interval options
are 5, 15, and
30-minute inter-
vals
■High flow alarm
■Low battery alarm
■Gas day take
■Local auditing
Note: For more information about alarms and events, see the OpenWay Riva Collection
Manager Device Interface Guide (TDC-1786-XXX).
Related Documents
Document title Document part number
OpenWay Riva 500G Gas ERT Module Installation Guide, Remote
Mount
TDC-1678-000
Customer setup to order secured OpenWay Riva modules TDC-1748-XXX
First article review form TDC-1749-XXX
OpenWay Collection Manager Operational Guidelines
OpenWay Riva Collection Manager Device Interface Guide TDC-1786-XXX
Itron Mobile Radio User Guide TDC-1719-XXX
Itron Mobile Radio Quick Reference Guide TDC-1720-XXX
Gas and Telemetry Module Meter Compatibility List PUB-0117-002
OpenWay Riva Gas Devices Ordering Guide PUB-0117-006
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Document title Document part number
OpenWay Riva 500G Gas ERT Module Specification Sheet 101510SP-0X
Field Deployment Manager Tools Application Guide TDC-1713-XXX
Field Deployment Manager Tools Configuration Guide TDC-1711-XXX
Field Deployment Manager Field Representative's Guide TDC-1714-XXX
Note: The last three digits of the user and installation guides represent the document's revision
level. The revision level is subject to change without notice.
Installation Requirements
Replacement screws for the residential direct mount 500G are listed in the following table.
Replacement screws
Meter To mount the
500G ERT
module on
the meter:
Itron part
number
To mount the
index on the
500G ERT
module hous-
ing:
Itron part
number
Elster American 1/4 - 20 x 5/8"
slotted, Fillister
head
8 - 32 x 3/16"
slotted, Fillister
head
Sensus/Rockwell 10 - 24 x 5/8"
slotted, Fillister
head
6 - 32 x 5/8"
slotted, Fillister
head
Itron/Sprague
Sprague/Schlumberger 175
RM
10 - 24 x 5/8"
slotted, Fillister
head 10 - 24 x
1/2-inch, slot-
ted Fillister
head
SCR-0175-
002
10 - 24 x 3/8"
Fillister head
010040-002
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Replacement screws
Meter To mount the
500G ERT
module on
the meter:
Itron part
number
To mount the
index on the
500G ERT
module hous-
ing:
Itron part
number
National/Lancaster 10 - 24 x 3/4"
Phillips, flat-
head, stainless
steel
SCR-0014-
004
10 - 24 x 3/8"
thread-forming,
Phillips pan-
head to mount
indexes with
legs 6 - 19 x
3/8" thread-
forming, Phil-
lips, Fillister
head to mount
indexes with
screw holes
SCR-0017-
001
SCR-0037-
001
Replacement screws for the commercial direct mount 500G are listed in the following table.
Commercial meter To mount the
500G commercial
ERT on the
meter:
Itron part
number
To mount the
index (and index
assembly, if
applicable) on the
500G commercial
ERT housing:
Itron part
number
Elster American 2A x 3.35" length,
slotted round-head
drilled to accept util-
ity-approved wire
seals
SCR-0062-001 12 - 24 x 1/2" slot-
ted, Fillister head
machine screws,
drilled to accept util-
ity-approved wire
seals
Sensus 2A x 3.63" length,
slotted round-head
drilled to accept util-
ity-approved wire
seals
SCR-0062-002 2A x 2.94" length,
slotted round-head
SCR-0062-003
Rockwell For Aluminum Box
Direct Reading
(VDR) index only
SCR-0062-001
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Commercial meter To mount the
500G commercial
ERT on the
meter:
Itron part
number
To mount the
index (and index
assembly, if
applicable) on the
500G commercial
ERT housing:
Itron part
number
Itron Index mounting
screws
direct read index
dial index
090071
010040-002
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Programming
Caution: You must program the 500G ERT module before use.
Programming Itron ERT modules requires an understanding of:
■Your meter's drive rate and the number of dials
■The drive rate and number of dials is important for programming the module to count cor-
rectly and roll over to zero at the correct time. For example, a four-dial, 2 cubic-feet meter
configuration will count two cubic-feet for each rotation and roll over to zero after 9999.99
where the ones place is equivalent to 100 cubic-feet.
■How your system interprets the meter reading
■Some systems modify the consumption reading with the collection software. Other times,
the billing system is used to make modifications. If modifications are made in both sys-
tems, issues may cause consumption reading errors.
It is important to understand your system before the ERT modules are programmed.
Program the 500G ERT module in OpenWay Riva Network Mode using a compatible pro-
gramming device loaded with FDM version 4.1 or higher.
Program the 500G ERT module in Mobile Mode using an approved programming device loaded
with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 4.0 or higher.
To enable enhanced security and for more complete programming information, see the Field
Deployment Manager Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-1713).
Important! Modules ordered pre-programmed with security injected and specified as
Zero Touch Deployment require the installer to rotate the wriggler five (5) times to
activate the module to join the network if installing in a location with little or no gas flow.
Standard Configuration
The OpenWay Riva 500G ERT module is capable of configurations that reduce battery life.
Standard battery life is based on the following configuration:
■Hourly interval data
■Interrogations of 3 times per day
■60 second receiver wakeup
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■Five firmware downloads over the life of the ERT module
■Network management and security overhead set to default timing
■RF at capacity (2,000 maximum per cell)
■Average of one two-way command/response per week
Programming the Direct Mount Module
Program the meter drive rate into the ERT module using a compatible programming device.
1. Verify that you have the correct programming mode (OpenWay Riva Network Mode, or Mobile High-
Power Mode, Mobile/Handheld Mode, or Hard-to-read Mobile/Handheld Mode) for your application.
2. For all programming and Check Endpoint operations using a handheld computer, hold the handheld
as close to vertical as possible. For best success, keep the handheld within six feet of the target ERT
module.
3. Programming parameters are based on the configuration file loaded into the programming device.
4. Read or Check the 500G ERT module using a compatible reading device.
■If the read result is higher than the number programmed in step 1, the module is counting correctly.
■If the read result is not higher than the number programmed in step 1, replace the ERT module.
Itron Programs and Software Variables
This section defines and clarifies possible system variables you may encounter in programming
500G ERT modules.
Field Deployment Manager (FDM)
The following tables illustrate various FDM programming configurations and the endpoint
response to each setting.
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