Mueller Mi.Net Instruction Manual

WARNING:
1. Read and follow instructions carefully. Proper training and periodic review regarding
the use of this equipment is essential to prevent possible serious injury and/or property
damage. The instructions contained herein were developed for using this equipment on
ttings manufactured by Mueller only, and may not be applicable for any other use.
2. DO NOT exceed the pressure ratings of any components or equipment. Exceeding the
rated pressure may result in serious injury and/or property damage.
3. Safety goggles and other appropriate protective gear should be used.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
General Information / Components 2
Installation 3
Congurations 4 - 5
LED Indicators 5
About Mueller 6
Notes 7
Mi.Net®
Mobile
Transceiver
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL

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MI.NET® MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
General Information / Components
The Mi.Net Mobile Transceiver is
capable of collecting meter data
in one-way mobile AMR system
from Hot Rod transmitters and
Mi.Node M transmitters. The
transceiver is also capable of
collecting and transmitting data in
a two-way mobile AMR system that
utilizes a combination of Hot Rod
transmitters and Mi.Node M units.
In AMR systems, the transceiver
captures water meter data via radio
frequency while driving a meter
route at posted speed limits. When
utilized in a Mi.Net AMI system, the
Mobile Transceiver is capable of
being used as a backup or primary
reading device in the event of
sustained power outages in parts
of or an entire system. It is capable
of receiving data and sending
messages to Mi.Node M devices.
OVERVIEW
The Mi.Net Mobile Transceiver ships
with the following, see Diagram 1:
1. Mi.Net Mobile Transceiver
2. 110 VAC to 12V adapter
3. 12V auxiliary transceiver power
cord (for vehicle)
4. Mi.Net Mobile antenna base
5. Mi.Net Mobile antenna (2 pieces)
with gasket
6. Mi.Net Mobile antenna cable
(connects transceiver to antenna)
7. USB 2.0 cable, Type B to Type A
(connects transceiver to laptop)
8. Quick Start Guide (this document)
9. Mi.Net M Install Tool
10. Mi.Net M Install Tool antenna
11. USB 2.0 cable, Type A to mini
(charges Install Tool)
12. Mi.Net M Install Tool User
Manual*
13. USB Flash Drive, 4GB
(used only for upgrades)
14. AC to DC Wall Power Adapter*
15. USB Filter*
*Not Pictured
Antenna
The Mi.Net Mobile Transceiver
connects to a magnetic mount
antenna mounted to the roof or
other area of your vehicle. The
antenna port is located at the back
of the unit at lower left.
HARDWARE COMPONENTS
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7
4
6
1
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3
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DIAGRAM 1. MI.NET MOBILE TRANSCEIVER COMPONENTS

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MI.NET® MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
Installation
SETUP
VEHICLE INSTALLATION
strain relief for the cable to protect
the point of connection at the
antenna base.
4. Route the cable through a door
or window (B). Make sure that
there is enough slack in the cable
so that opening or closing the
door does not pull on either end of
the cable.
Make power and cable
connections
1. Using the supplied power cord /
adapter, plug the adapter into the
vehicle’s 12-volt power supply and
connect the other end to the port
labeled POWER at the back of the
transceiver, see Diagram 2.
Mount the antenna on top
of the vehicle
1. Attach the gasket and
assembled antenna to the antenna
base. DO NOT yet attach the
antenna cable.
IMPORTANT: Ensure the
gasket and antenna whip
remain tightened and in place
to avoid moisture intrusion in
the unit. DO NOT remove the
gasket or antenna, or water
intrusion may occur, potentially
causing failure.
2. Place the assembled antenna on
the roof of the vehicle. Ensure the
antenna base is positioned so the
arrow on the antenna base points
toward the front of the vehicle.
NOTE: DO NOT place the antenna
assembly within 12" of any other
antennas on the vehicle. If there
are other antennas on the vehicle,
orient the antenna assembly
(if possible) such that all the
antennas are in a straight line
along the direction of travel.
3. Attach the cable to the antenna
base. Wrap the antenna cable one
turn around one of the magnets
(A.). The objective is to provide
2. Using the supplied USB cable,
connect the USB 2.0 Type B to the
jack labeled COMPUTER in the rear
of the transceiver and the USB Type
A plug into the laptop computer.
3. Attach the antenna’s connector
into the Mobile transceiver’s port
labeled RF.
Notes:
• Before meter reading, ensure
there is nothing in the USB
port used for upgrades (labeled
USB-A). A flash drive left in the
port may be damaged, or can
cause damage to the port.
• After connecting to 12V power,
startup may take up to two
minutes while the transceiver
performs boot-up processing.
Do not attempt to use the
transceiver for any purpose
while it is booting up.
• If the data USB from the
laptop becomes disconnected
at any time, the transceiver
goes to low power mode in
approximately two minutes
with 12V power applied. When
both are disconnected, the unit
powers down completely in
approximately two minutes.
A.
B.
Install the Mobile Transceiver in a
safe place within the vehicle, for
example on the dashboard or under
it or buckled into a seat with a seat
belt holding it in place. A standard
AV mounting bracket is provided on
the bottom of the transceiver in the
event a permanent mounting
is desired.
DIAGRAM 2. REAR OF TRANSCEIVER SHOWING CONNECTIONS
USB Port for Firmware
Upgrades ONLY
To
Mi.Net M
Antenna
GPS Antenna
Port NOT USED
To 12V
Auxiliary
Power
To Laptop Running
EZMobile

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MI.NET® MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
Congurations
4. In the EZMobile software, click
on the Mi.Net Mobile Transceiver
button in the System tab and
You will need to determine the
transceiver’s COM port and then
identify the port in the EZMobile
software.
Before you begin
1. Connect the Mi.Net Mobile
Transceiver to a power source
2. Ensure your laptop is connected
to the internet the rst time
the transceiver is set up so
the appropriate drivers can be
downloaded from the web.
3. Ensure you have the latest
Windows Updates. For Windows 7
Pro: Select the Start button, then
select Control Panel. On the All
Control Panel Items window, click
Windows Update. Look for a green
checkmark indicating updates are
current (C.). If Windows Updates
are not current, click Change
Settings. Consult your administrator
about proceeding with updates to
your computer.
Configuring COM Port
Provided Windows Updates are
current, when you initially connect
the Mi.Net Mobile Transceiver to
the laptop, drivers are automatically
installed from the Windows internet
site. This may take a few moments.
1. Using the provided USB cable,
connect the Mi.Net M Transceiver
to the laptop computer. The
computer indicates that Driver
Software Installation is in progress.
2. To open Windows Device
Manager, click the Windows Start
button and type “device manager”
in the Search programs and les
eld. In the results pane, click
Device Manager.
Alternatively, click Control Panel,
then Device Manager (D.).
3. After the drivers have installed,
the device named “USB Serial Port
(COMx)” will appear in the Ports
(COM & LPT) section (E.).
specify the correct COM Port (the
other settings are defaulted to the
correct settings).
5. Click Save.
C.
D.
COM PORT CONFIGURATION
E.

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MI.NET® MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
Congurations / LED Indicators
USB Configuration
To congure a laptop to cease
power to USB ports:
1. Click Windows Start button >
Control Panel > Device Manager.
2. Right-click USB Root Hub and
select Properties.
Laptop USB Power
CAUTION: Some laptop
computers are configured to
supply power to USB port(s)
even when the laptop is turned
off. If the mobile transceiver is
connected to such a USB port,
the transceiver will continue to
draw power from the laptop’s
battery or the vehicle’s accessory
power outlet, presenting the risk
of draining the battery over time.
To prevent this, do either of these
options:
• Ensure the Mi.Net M transceiver
is unplugged from the laptop at
the end of the day.
• Configure the USB not to supply
power after laptop shutdown.
See USB Configuration.
3. Click the Power Management
tab.
4. Clear the checkbox for Allow the
computer to turn off this device to
save power (F.).
With the checkbox cleared, the
computer will not supply charging
power to the USB port.
!
F.
LED INDICATORS
Three LEDs on the front of the
transceiver indicate by color the
status of the transceiver and its
operation (G.).
1. Temp – Transceiver’s operating
temperature
• Green – normal.
• Red – temperature is too high for
normal operation. Transceiver
powers down its internal RF
board and ceases operation
until acceptable operating
temperature is reached.
2. Radio – RF signal send / receive
status
• Blinking red – valid message
received.
• Solid green – message sending.
• Solid red – RF failure.
3. System – Power Status
• Solid Green – operational,
fully booted.
• Solid Amber – booting.
• Solid RED – unit is powering
down, also when updating
rmware. After update, light
blinks red to prompt user
to remove USB stick and
allow reset.
G.
Temp
Uncheck this box for any USB ports
used to power the receiver
Radio
System

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MI.NET® MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
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Notes

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