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OpenWay® Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide
8 February 2019
TDC-1687-004
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Contents
Chapter 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information.............................. 1
USA, FCC Part 15 spectrum compliance............................................................................................................. 1
Canada, ISED spectrum compliance....................................................................................................................2
RF Exposure (FCC/ISED)...................................................................................................................................... 2
Lithium battery safety........................................................................................................................................... 3
Modications and repairs..................................................................................................................................... 3
Disconnecting power............................................................................................................................................ 3
Electromagnetic compatibility...............................................................................................................................3
Electrostatic discharge..........................................................................................................................................3
Do not drop ..........................................................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva Remote Module...................................... 5
OpenWay Riva remote module description.......................................................................................................... 6
Related documents...............................................................................................................................................6
Itron Security Manager (ISM)................................................................................................................................ 7
Battery life............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Remote module transmission modes................................................................................................................... 7
OpenWay Riva remote module operating modes.................................................................................................8
OpenWay Riva Water module rmware functionality............................................................................................9
Events and alarms.............................................................................................................................................. 10
Chapter 3 Initializing and Connecting the OpenWay Riva Remote
Module............................................................................................................. 11
Initializing the remote module............................................................................................................................. 11
Programming ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Remote module encoder-type register connections.......................................................................................... 12
Remote module pulser-type register connections..............................................................................................14
Connecting the remote module using an extension cable................................................................................. 14
Verifying remote module operation..................................................................................................................... 14
Chapter 4 Installing the OpenWay Riva Remote Module...............................16
Remote module mounting accessories.............................................................................................................. 16
Installing the module cable strain relief...............................................................................................................17
Securing the remote module cable strain relief........................................................................................17
Installing the remote Riva module backplate......................................................................................................18
Attaching the backplate........................................................................................................................... 19
Pipe mount installation....................................................................................................................................... 20
Mounting the pipe bracket on a vertical pipe.......................................................................................... 20
Adapter plate mounting positions.....................................................................................................21
Mounting the remote module on the adapter plate.......................................................................... 22
OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor (OLS) installation with a remote water module..................................................... 22
Connecting the SET valve to the remote Riva water module............................................................................. 23
Completing the SET valve wire connections............................................................................................23
Remote mount installation.................................................................................................................................. 24
Installing the OpenWay Riva remote module on a at surface................................................................ 24
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Direct-mounting the module to the meter register .............................................................................................25
Direct-mounting on the ABB Scancoder, InVision, or Digital Direct-Mount.............................................26
Direct-mounting to a Badger Direct-Mount register................................................................................ 28
Appendix A Completing Gel-cap Connections Using the Itron Splice Kit... 31
Appendix B Using the Itron Cable Armor........................................................ 34
Installing the Itron cable armor .......................................................................................................................... 34
Appendix C Troubleshooting............................................................................ 36
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Chapter 1 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.
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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 hazard.
Modifications and repairs
Warning: This unit cannot be modified and is not repairable. Attempts to modify or
repair this module will void the warranty.
Disconnecting power
Warning: Qualified technicians: during service, disconnect power to prevent ignition
of flammable or combustible atmospheres.
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.
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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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Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva Remote
Module
OpenWay Riva Water 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 Water 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 Water module
transmits in Mobile Mode offering Mobile Handheld, Hard-to-Read Mobile, High-Power
Mobile, or OpenWay Riva Network Mode.
The OpenWay Riva Water 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 Water 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.
OpenWay Riva water modules feature the following capabilities:
• Datalogging. In OpenWay Riva Network Mode, the OpenWay Riva Water 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 OpenWay Riva Water module firmware functionality on page 9.
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
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 water modules feature
robust algorithms that provide leak and reverse flow detection.
•(Optional) OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor (OLS)
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◦ 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).
OpenWay Riva remote module description
OpenWay Riva remote module description Itron part number
10-inch flying lead ERW-1601-002
Related documents
Document description Itron part number
OpenWay Riva Water Remote Module Installation Guide TDC-1687-XXX
OpenWay Riva Water 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
OpenWay Collection Manager Operational Guidelines
OpenWay Riva Collection Manager Device Interface Guide TDC-1786-XXX
OpenWay Riva Water Module Specification Sheet 101474SP-0X
Field Deployment Manager Tools Configuration Guide TDC-1711-XXX
Field Deployment Manager Tools Application Guide TDC-1713-XXX
Field Deployment Manager Field Representative's Guide TDC-1714-XXX
FC300 Getting Started Guide TDC-0898-XXX
Itron Mobile Radio User Guide TDC-1719-XXX
Itron Mobile Radio Quick Reference Guide TDC-1720-XXX
OpenWay Riva Water Products Ordering Guide PUB-0063-004
Water Meter and Telemetry Module Compatibility List PUB-0063-002
mlogonline™ Network Leak Monitoring System User Guide TDC-0792-XXX
Note: XXX designates the document revision and is subject to change without notice.
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Itron Security Manager (ISM)
Users have the option of enabling enhanced security in remote water modules. Itron
Security Manager (ISM) is a feature of the OpenWay Riva Network that ensures that certain
water module commands are controlled through secure radio communications between the
handheld computer or Mobile Collector and the remote water module.
There are two fundamental security processes used in the Riva system to ensure
confidentiality and validity of secured commands.
•Authentication. Authentication is the process of confirming that an artifact is genuine or
valid. Authentication in the OpenWay Riva remote 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:
symmetric 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.
Battery life
Powered by four non-replaceable, long-life lithium batteries, the OpenWay Riva pit module
has an expected battery life of 20 years, dependent on use case.
Low Battery
OpenWay Riva water modules include a low battery indicator that helps utilities proactively
plan and manage field module replacements.
Note: Low battery functionality is based on the module's firmware version. For more
information, see OpenWay Riva Water module firmware functionality on page 9.
Remote module transmission modes
The OpenWay Riva water module is an IPv6 Wisun compliant device that operates in
Mobile Mode or OpenWay Riva Network Mode.
In Mobile Mode, the module transmits every nine seconds over multiple RF channels to
report on:
• meter register value
• cut cable or communication error event
• reverse flow (encoder version selected)
• system leak status
• low battery indicator
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In OpenWay Riva Network Mode, the module reports four interrogation cycles daily. Each
interrogation collects six hours of 3,840 buckets of interval and event data. Interval data is
configurable from 1 minute to 1 hour (for example, 160 days of hourly data or 40 days of 15
minute data). Interval options are 5, 15, or 30 minutes.
Note: Interval data configuration is dependent on the module's firmware version. See
OpenWay Riva 500G ERT device firmware functionality for more information.
The OpenWay Riva water module also sends a local access beacon message every 60
seconds that allows users to gather contingency readings locally when needed.
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.
The OpenWay Riva water module operates using the 902 to 928 MHz in the ISM band
frequency band and does not require an FCC license.
OpenWay Riva remote module operating modes
The OpenWay Riva remote module has the following operating modes.
1. Factory mode
• OpenWay Riva remote modules are shipped from the factory in factory mode.
• The module's transmitter is turned off.
• The module's receiver is bubbling-up to listen for a programming command.
• OpenWay Riva remote modules will attempt to read the register every hour.
• Register Error Detected and Register Error alarm or event flags may be set when a
register is not connected.
• If the OpenWay Riva remote module reads a connected register, the module
automatically moves to run mode.
2. Audit Mode
• Audit mode reduces the normal read latency time associated with standard modes of
operation and is often used after initial installation.
• This mode is useful in Riva network installations where the normal bubble rate is very
slow.
• Audit Mode remains active for 30 days and then reverts to the initial programmed
mode.
• Audit Mode is intended to be used once.
3. Run mode
• OpenWay Riva remote modules normal operation mode.
• The module's transmitted message is dependent on its factory settings for standard
consumption + messages (SCM+).
• SCM+ remote water module default bubble-up rate is 10 seconds.
4. Quiet mode
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• Meter manufacturers can configure the remote water module for quiet mode after
programming and direct mounting the remote water module in a factory.
• The remote water module is awakened from quiet mode and enters run mode in one of
two ways:
◦ Counting two pulses. The pulses are counted internal to the OpenWay Riva remote
module while it is in quiet mode.
◦ Receiving a two-way command, such as a Read ERT using FDM.
If a remote water module installed in quiet mode is not bubbling up SCM+ messages, it may
be due to zero consumption on the remote water module, such as a vacant or vacation
home. Initiate a two-way command (for example, perform a Read ERT with FDM) before
removing the unit.
OpenWay Riva Water module firmware functionality
This section lists the OpenWay Riva Water module firmware information and lists
functionality by version.
Firmware part
number
Global software
release version
(GSR)
FDM Check
Endpoint
firmware version
Over-the-air
firmware part
number
Firmware
functionality
FWM-1601-004 4.1 1.3.7 • Network
topology
•IPv6
addressable
• 60 minute
interval data
• Mobile Mode
• Firmware
download
FWM-1602-006 4.5 2.1.10.0 DFW-1602-006 • GSR 4.1
functionality
• 5, 10, 15, 30
minute interval
data
• Extended meter
alarms
• Low battery
alarm
• Restricted
water flow state
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Events and alarms
For OpenWay Riva modules reporting in Mobile Mode.
Extended Alarm Flag (retrievable with two-way communication).
•Register Error Flag
◦ The Register Error flag sets if the Register Error Detected flag is active for 24 hours.
◦ The Register Error Flag remains active for 40 days in Mobile Mode.
•Register Error Detected
Register Error Detected indicates that the OpenWay Riva remote module is not
communicating with the register/meter. The event or alarm flag automatically clears after
the water module receives a successful read from the register.
Note: The Register Error Detected flag may be an indicator of a damaged register.
•Low Battery Warning
The OpenWay Riva remote modules include a battery life estimator. The estimator is
based on the number of data packets sent at the various power levels and the age (self-
discharge) of the water module. The low battery warning allows the utility to easily identify
which water modules are nearing end-of-life in a mixed population and gives the utility the
opportunity to schedule replacement.
Note: The low battery warning is a single flag that is set when the battery has less than
10% remaining capacity, which typically corresponds to 2 years of battery life remaining.
Battery life is evaluated daily at midnight.
For OpenWay Riva modules reporting in OpenWay Riva Network Mode.
Note: OpenWay Riva Water module events and alarms are dependent on the module's
firmware version. For more information, see OpenWay Riva Water module firmware
functionality on page 9.
The OpenWay Riva Water module reports the tampers available in Mobile Mode as well as
extended meter alarms available from new solid-state and electronic meters connected to
the water module. The extended alarms include:
• Empty pipe
• Temperature
• High flow
• Meter low battery
• Meter tampering
• Reverse flow
• Zero consumption
For more information about the extended alarms, see the OpenWay Riva Events and
Alarms Reference Guide, TDC-1746-XXX.
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Chapter 3 Initializing and Connecting the
OpenWay Riva Remote Module
This chapter provides the instructions to initialize and connect the remote water module to
the meter or register.
Requirements are based on the network system mode. The OpenWay Riva remote water
module's auto-sensing technology eliminates the need to initialize the module at the time of
installation. The module automatically detects the connected register type.
Initializing the remote module
Caution: To obtain an immediate reading, initialize the OpenWay Riva remote
module with an approved handheld computer. Failure to initialize the remote water
module may delay the initial reading up to one hour.
• To initialize the OpenWay Riva remote module immediately, use one of the following
handheld computers running Field Deployment Manager (FDM) version 4.0 or later.
◦ FC300SR handheld computer
◦ Itron Mobile Radio (IMR) connected to a user-supplied computer or Bluetooth device
• For normal activation, connect the OpenWay Riva remote module to the water meter
register. The water module polls for a register every hour. The OpenWay Riva remote
module automatically activates after it detects a register.
Programming
Consider the following when the OpenWay Riva remote module is programmed:
• The consumption values are not programmable. (Programmable parameters include
values like ID and register type.)
• Programming the module will move the remote water module into the specified operating
mode.
• If the remote water module is not programmed, the module will attempt to read the
register every hour and will wake up in default Mobile Handheld mode when a register is
found.
Use an FC300SR handheld or Itron Mobile Radio connected to a user-supplied computer or
Bluetooth device running FDM Tools v4.0 or higher software and your utility's programming
configuration file to program the OpenWay Riva remote module.
Note: Do not program the OpenWay Riva remote module until it is connected to the water
meter register.
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Refer to the Field Deployment Manager Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-1713) for
programming information.
After programming, the module enters the selected operating mode and begins bubbling-up
specified messages at the selected rate.
Caution:
• The FC300SR or Itron Mobile Radio are the only devices that support
programming for the OpenWay Riva remote module endpoint.
• The OpenWay Riva remote module and programmer should be a minimum of 12-
inches apart while programming.
• Do not place the programmer antenna directly on the OpenWay Riva remote
module.
Remote module encoder-type register connections
Connect the wires from the remote water module to the register screw terminals according
to the following table.
Note: Itron recommends 19-26 gauge, pre-bonded or solid conductor wire with a maximum
diameter of .082" (individual wire insulation). The use of un-bonded wire may produce an
unreliable connection when using gel caps for joining wires.
Remote module wire color
Brown
(data)
Gray
(power/clock)
Yellow
(ground)
Register manufacturer Register screw color designator
Badger
ADE
E Series
HR E LCD
HR E Mechanical
Green Red Black
Badger M5000 Mag Meter Green terminal: Out
4+
Red terminal: Input
+
Black Input - and
Out 4 -
Elster AMCO
Invision
Scancoder
AquaMaster
AquaMaster III
Red Green Black
Diehl Hydrus Green White Brown
Elster AMCO Green Red Black
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Remote module wire color
Brown
(data)
Gray
(power/clock)
Yellow
(ground)
Register manufacturer Register screw color designator
SM 700 (Severn Trent)
Q200 (Sensus protocol)
evoQ4 (Sensus Protocol)
Elster AMCO evoQ4 Mag Red White Black
Itron (Actaris) Cyble Coder Green Red Black
Kamstrup flowIQ2100 Green Red Black
MasterMeter
Acculinx
Octave
Green Red Black
McCrometer Green/data port Red/clock port Black/GND port
Metron Farnier OER Green Red Black
Mueller (Hersey)
Translator
SSR
Green Red Black
Neptune
ProRead
ProRead Auto-Detect
E-Coder
ARB-V
Red Black Green
Performance ETR Green Red Black
RG3 Tomahawk Green Red Black
Sensus
ECR
ICE
iPERL
SRII
Green Red Black
Siemens Mag Meter
Mag8000CT-7ME6820
Mag8000-7ME6810
92 91 93
Zenner (Hendey) ETR Green Red Black
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Remote module pulser-type register connections
Connect the remote water module cable to the register according to the following table.
Remote module wire color
Brown Gray Yellow
Register manufacturer Register screw color designator
Badger RTR (3-wire) Red Black Green
Badger RTR (2-wire) Red Black No connection*
Badger M5000 Mag Meter Red terminal: Out
1+
Black terminal: Out
1-
White terminal: Out
1+
Cadillac Meter CMAG/EMAG
Magnetic Flow DO1/DO2 COM COM
Elster Digital Black Green Red
Elster V100T Black Red Blue
Itron (Actaris)
Flostar (2-wire)
Cyble Sensor
Either wire Remaining wire must be connected to
both ERT module wires
Krohne IFC Term B Term H Term B
RG3 Tomahawk Green Black Green
Sensus PMM Red Black Bare
*Itron recommends terminating unconnected wires with a gel-cap connector to protect the
bare wire end.
Connecting the remote module using an extension
cable
Order the 25-foot inline connector extension cable assembly (CFG-0151-404) to extend the
cable of the OpenWay Riva remote module.
Verifying remote module operation
Use one of the following programming devices to verify that the remote water module is
correctly recording consumption data.
• FC300SR handheld computer
• Itron Mobile Radio connected to a user-supplied computer or Bluetooth device
Each handheld radio requires special setup and configuration parameters to successfully
read and program OpenWay Riva remote modules. Refer to the respective meter reading
application for specific instructions. When comparing the actual register value to that
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reported by the remote water module, please keep in mind the water module's consumption
value is updated once an hour when it is in Run Mode.
Caution: Verifying the remote water module operation requires an FC300SR
handheld computer or Itron Mobile Radio running FDM v4.0 or higher. Legacy Itron
handheld programming devices cannot read the OpenWay Riva remote module.
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Chapter 4 Installing the OpenWay Riva Remote
Module
Warning: Internal circuit card components may be sensitive to electrostatic
discharge. Be careful not to touch any part of the meter body, register housing, or
Riva module prior to discharging any static buildup on your person. To discharge
electrostatic buildup, touch a grounded metal object such as the metal water pipe or
an earth-grounded metal structure.
Install the remote water modules using one of the following mounting options:
OpenWay Riva remote module mounting options
Pipe mount The OpenWay Riva remote module mounts to a
pipe near the meter (see Pipe mount installation
on page 20). This option requires the remote
mount kit and the appropriate pipe mount kit.
Remote mount The OpenWay Riva remote module mounts to a
flat surface and connects to the meter register
with a cable up to 300 feet (see Remote mount
installation on page 24). This option requires
the remote mount kit.
Direct mount to the meter register The water module mounts directly to a meter
register designed for OpenWay Riva remote
module direct mounting. This installation does
not require a mounting kit (see Direct-mounting
the module to the meter register on page 25).
Warning: While Itron modules are designed to withstand a drop, dropping the
module can damage sensitive electronic components and void the product warranty.
Remote module mounting accessories
Remote module mounting accessories
Accessory Part number
Remote mount kit (OpenWay Riva Remote
Module with telemetry device)
CFG-1300-003
Pipe mount kits
Pipe mount kit for pipe diameters up to 4” CFG-0217-501
Pipe mount kit for pipe diameters between 3/4” to
1-3/4”
CFG-0217-503
Pipe mount kit for pipe diameters between
1-5/16” to 2 ¼”
CFG-0217-504
Cable armor ( for field retrofit installation instructions, see Using the Itron Cable Armor on page
34)
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