ITRON OpenWay Riva 500W ERT User manual

OpenWayRiva®
500WERT® Pit Module
Installation Guide
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Table of Contents
50 0 WE RT ®PitMo d u leInstalla tio n Gu ide 1
Ta b leo fCon tents 3
New in this Document 5
1 Important Safety and Compliance Information 6
USA, FCC Part 15 spectrum compliance 6
USA, FCC Class B-Part 15 6
Modifications and Repairs 6
Canada, ISED Spectrum Compliance 7
RF Exposure (FCC/ISED) 7
Australia, ACMA Spectrum Compliance 7
Lithium Battery Safety 7
Modifications and Repairs 8
Electromagnetic Compatibility 8
Electrostatic Discharge 8
Do Not Drop 8
2 About the OpenWay Riva 500W ERT Module 9
Description 10
Related Documents 10
Itron Security Manager (ISM) 11
Battery Life 12
Low Battery 12
Transmission Modes 12
Operating Modes 12
Firmware Functionality 13
Events and Alarms 14
Extended Alarm Flag 15
3 Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the Pit Module 17
Start-up 17
Programming 17
Extending the Cable 18
Encoder-type Meter Register Connections 18
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Pulser-type Register Connections 20
Verifying Operation 21
4 Installing the OpenWay Riva 500W ERT Pit Module 22
Warning 23
Pit module mounting accessories 23
Pit modules with Integral Connectors 24
Through-lid Installation 24
Required Tools and Hardware 24
Installing the Module in the Pit Lid 25
Rod Mount Installation 27
Required Tools and Hardware 27
Installing 27
Wall Mount Installation 30
Installing the Module to the Pit Wall 31
Leak Sensor (OLS) Installation 32
Optional Remote 500W ERT Disconnect Valve Installation 33
Installing the Remote 500W ERT Disconnect Valve 33
Optional Through-the-lid Remote Antenna Installation 36
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Conformity 37
OpenWay Riva Through-the-lid Remote Antenna 37
Installing 38
Connecting 39
5 Using the Itron Cable Armor 40
Warning 40
Installing 40
6 Connecting the Inline Connector 43
7 Completing Gel-cap Connections Using the Itron Splice Kit 45
Required materials 45
A Troubleshooting 48
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Revision Date Description
July 2019 First publication.
1 January 2020 Added Australia, ACMA Spectrum Compliance.
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Important Safety and Compliance Information
This section provides important information for your safety and product compliance.
USA, FCC Part 15 spectrum compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable 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
protection 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 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
beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
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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
interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
Under Innovation, Science and Economic
Development 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
successful communication.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1)
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, (2)
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie
Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut
fonctionner 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
satisfaisante.
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
radiator 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
radiateur 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.
Lithium Battery Safety
Warning! Follow these procedures to avoid injury to yourself or others.
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■The lithium battery may cause a fire or chemical burn if it is not disposed of properly.
■Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°Fahrenheit (100°C Celsius), crush, expose
to water, or incinerate the lithium battery. Fire, explosion, and severe burn hazard.
■The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated.
■Keep the lithium battery away from children.
Modifications and Repairs
Warning! This unit cannot be modified and is not repairable. Attempts to modify or
repair this module will void the warranty.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Warning! Use only approved accessories with this equipment. Unapproved
modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use may void
authorization by the authorities to operate the equipment.
Electrostatic Discharge
Warning! Internal circuit components can be sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
Before installation, discharge electrostatic buildup by touching a metal pipe or other
earth-grounded metal object prior to touching the meter body, register housing, or
Itron device.
Do Not Drop
Warning! While Itron modules are designed to withstand a drop, dropping the
module may damage the device and void the warranty.
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About the OpenWay Riva 500W ERT Module
OpenWay Riva 500WERTremote modules are high-power radio frequency transmitting
modules that attach to water registers or meters to collect consumption usage, event, and alarm
data. The OpenWay Riva 500W ERT module is an IPv6-compliant endpoint designated to
communicate over the ItronOpenWay Riva multi-purpose IoT solution: OpenWay Riva Network
or the legacy ChoiceConnect Mobile platform. The OpenWay Riva 500W ERT module transmits
in Mobile Mode offering Mobile Handheld, Hard-to-Read Mobile, High-Power Mobile, or
OpenWay Riva Network Mode.
The OpenWay Riva 500W ERT modules ship from the factory in Factory Mode, which prevents
unwanted radio transmissions during transit. After installation and programming, the pit modules
acquire and transmit meter or register data in accordance with the selected pit module
parameter settings. The OpenWay Riva 500W ERT modules support protocols for a variety of
meter manufacturer's registers. Refer to the Water Meter and Telemetry Module Compatibility
List (PUB-0063-002) for the list of supported meters and registers.
Note: The OpenWay Riva 500WERTModule was formally known as the OpenWayRiva
Water Module. The UIassociated with this device may reflect the former name.
OpenWay Riva 500W ERT modules feature the following capabilities:
■Datalogging. In OpenWay Riva Network Mode, the OpenWay Riva 500W ERT module
provides 3,840 buckets of interval data configurable from 1 minute to 1 hour (for example,
160 days of hourly data or 40 days of 15 minute data).
Note: Interval data functionality is dependent on the module's firmware version. For
more information, see Firmware Functionality.
■In Mobile Mode, the module provides 960 buckets of hourly interval data and can be set to
transmit in Mobile and Handheld Mode, Mobile High Power Mode, or Hard to Read Mode.
–Mobile High Power Mode. The 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 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 battery life is 20 years.
–(Optional) Hard to Read Mode. The module transmits a high-powered RF message
every 30 seconds. Output power in this mode is 250 milliwatts or +24dBm. In Hard to
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Read Mode, the expected battery life decreases to 15 years in this mode. The hard to
read mobile mode should only be used for exceptionally hard-to-read applications (such
as meters installed in sub-basements).
■Leak Detection and Reverse Flow Detection. OpenWay Riva 500W ERT modules
feature robust algorithms that provide leak and reverse flow detection.
■(Optional) OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor (OLS)
–The optional OLS analyzes water flow sound patterns to detect water leaks. Leak sensor
analysis data is uploaded to the mlogonline Network Leak Monitoring online portal.
Systems with optional OLS devices access leak information through their utility-specific,
secure mlogonline portal. For more information, see the mlogonline Network Leak
Monitoring System User Guide (TDC-0792-XXX).
■(Optional) Telemetry devices
–An optional remote water disconnect valve provides water utilities with a non-intrusive
means of managing customer disconnects and reconnects that traditionally required on-
site visits. The remotely-controlled disconnect valve helps lower the utility's costs by
eliminating routine move-in/move-out service calls.
Note: Remote water disconnect operation requires a module with enhanced security
enabled. To learn more about enabling enhanced security, see the Field Deployment
Manager Tools Application Guide (TDC-1713-XXX).
Description
Description Itron part number
OpenWay Riva 500W ERT pit module ERW-1601-001
Note: The OpenWay Riva 500W ERT module works accurately with cable lengths up to 300
feet. Use an Itron-approved extension cable.
Related Documents
Document description Itron part number
OpenWay Riva 500W ERT Remote Module Installation Guide TDC-1687-XXX
OpenWay Riva 500W ERT Pit Module Installation Guide TDC-1743-XXX
OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-XXX
Customer setup to order secured OpenWay Riva modules TDC-1748-XXX
First article review form TDC-1749-XXX
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