Synergize RF Network GE I-210 Integration Manual Y20454-INT Rev. A The information contained in this document is private to Aclara Technologies LLC, an Ohio limited liability company
(Aclara). This information may not be published, reproduced, or otherwise disseminated without the express written authorization of Aclara. Any software or firmware described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license. PROPRIETARY NOTICE The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Aclara. Aclara assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. No responsibility is assumed for the use or reliability of software on equipment that is not supplied by Aclara. TWACS, STAR, and Metrum Cellular are registered trademarks of Aclara Technologies LLC. DISCLAIMER www.Aclara.com DRAFT 8-27-2015 DRAFT 8-27-2015 FCC Compliance 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 consult Aclara Support for help. Safety Information The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this device. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and the intended use of the metering instrument. Aclara assumes no liability for the customers failure to comply with these requirements. WARNING Any work on, or near, energized meters, meter sockets, or other metering equipment can present a danger of electrical shock. All work on this product should be performed only by qualified electricians and metering specialists in accordance with local utility safety practices, utility requirements and procedures outlined in Chapter 14 of The Handbook for Electricity Metering
(10th edition). The information contained within this manual is intended to be an aid to qualified metering personnel. It is not intended to replace the extensive training necessary to handle metering equipment in a safe manner. Use care when servicing with the power on. Do not assume neutral (white lead) is always at earth ground potential. Some services have this connection at line voltage. Be aware that dangerous voltages exist at several points within the meter when this product is installed on a meter base. Disconnect power before meter disassembly, soldering, or replacing components. The meter is connected directly to line potential. Due to the possibility of the potential lines being reversed, points accessible with the cover off may be at line voltage. Consult the meter instruction/technical manual for meter specific information. S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l 1 DRAFT 8-27-2015 Synergize RF Network GE I-210 Meter Integration Synergize RF Network GE I-210 Meter Integration This document provides an overview of the material and steps required to integrate an Aclara Synergize RF Network endpoint module with a new or existing GE I-210 meter. Components Needed Antenna Meter Bridge Bridge Screws RF board Antenna holder Bushings/Stand-offs Bushing/stand-off screws I-210 Integration 1. Put on an ESD strap. 2. Remove the meter cover. 2 S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l DRAFT 8-27-2015 3. Remove the top of the meter by squeezing the pair of clips on each side of the meter. 4. Disconnect the remote disconnect wire from the top of the meter, if the meter has the remote disconnect option, S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l 3 DRAFT 8-27-2015 Synergize RF Network GE I-210 Meter Integration 5. Remove the red remote disconnect wire from the metal clip on the meter base. 6. Remove the black remote disconnect wire from the metal clip on the meter base. 4 S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l DRAFT 8-27-2015 7. Attach the longer red and black remote disconnect wires as shown in the following image. 8. Verify the GE-supplied bridge is properly positioned on the meter base. S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l 5 DRAFT 8-27-2015 Synergize RF Network GE I-210 Meter Integration 9. Secure the bridge to the meter base using the two screws. NOTE If the meter has the remote disconnect option, carefully pull the remote disconnect wire underneath the bridge so it can be properly routed in Step 12. 10. Remove the backing from the antenna. 6 S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l DRAFT 8-27-2015 11. Affix the antenna to the antenna holder. NOTE When applying the antenna, maximum bond strength can be obtained by thoroughly cleaning and drying the surface of the antenna holder with isopropyl alcohol. For applications such as this, it is important to use reagent grade solvents. Common household materials, such as rubbing alcohol, frequently contain oils to minimize the drying affect on skin, and can interfere with the performance of a pressure-sensitive adhesive. S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l 7 DRAFT 8-27-2015 Synergize RF Network GE I-210 Meter Integration 12. Place the antenna holder over the posts on the bridge. NOTE If the meter has the Remote Disconnect option, make sure the Remote Disconnect wire is routed between the bridge and the antenna holder. 8 S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l DRAFT 8-27-2015 13. Install the RF board over the bridge posts. 14. Place the bushings/standoffs over the bridge posts. S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l 9 DRAFT 8-27-2015 Synergize RF Network GE I-210 Meter Integration 15. Secure the bushings using the two screws. 16. Connect the antenna wire to the connector on the RF board. NOTE It is not required, but a Plug Insertion Tool (HRS U.FL-LP-IN) is available for mating U.FL series plugs and receptacles. 10 S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l DRAFT 8-27-2015 17. Align the 12 pin connector on the under-side of the meter top to the connector on the RF board. NOTE If the meter has the remote disconnect option, align the connector on the remote disconnect wire to the connector on the underside of the meter top. S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l 11 DRAFT 8-27-2015 Synergize RF Network GE I-210 Meter Integration 18. Press the top of the meter into place. Ensure the retaining tabs lock in place. 19. Place the MAC ID label above the LCD and place the FCC label below the LCD as shown in the following image. MAC ID Label FCC Label 20. Reinstall the meter cover. 12 S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l DRAFT 8-27-2015 Support There are several ways to get help when you have a question, an issue, or would like to speak with Aclaras Support personnel. Aclara Connect Aclara's exciting customer portal (https://connect.aclara.com) enables you to access our frequently-updated knowledge database, easily access product documentation, submit and track your Support cases and RMAs, access Aclara University's Online Learning Center (OLC) and learning library, track your orders, join communities and groups, join in discussions with other Aclara customers and Aclara personnel, and much more. If you do not have access to Aclara Connect, email support@aclara.com and request access. Aclara University Aclaras on-demand training makes content available to you in a convenient, cost-effective online environment. The OLC has recordings of several webinars, streaming educational videos, software simulations, and short videos which walk you through a specific task. Access the OLC by going the Training tab of Aclara Connect and clicking the Online Learning Center link. Technical Support Email support@aclara.com or call 1-800-892-9008 to speak with an Aclara representative. S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l 13 DRAFT 8-27-2015 Support 14 S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l DRAFT 8-27-2015 CHAPTER 0APPENDIX A: FORM & MODULE P/NS Only the GE I-210 (JV103X677) meter forms listed below are qualified to be integrated with the Aclara Synergize RF Network module. Meter Form 1S 1SRD 2S 2SRD 3S 4S 12S 12SRD 25S Class and Voltage CL100, 120V CL100, 240V CL100, 120V CL200, 240V CL320, 240V CL200, 240V CL20, 240V CL20, 240V CL200, 120V CL320, 120V CL200, 120V CL200, 240V Aclara GE I-210+ Modules Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Y84024-1 Aclara GE I-210+ RD Modules Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Y84024-301 Kh Value 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 G E I 2 1 0 + a n d I 2 1 0 + w i t h R e m o t e D i s c o n n e c t I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l 15 DRAFT 8-27-2015 16 G E I 2 1 0 + a n d I 2 1 0 + w i t h R e m o t e D i s c o n n e c t I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l DRAFT 8-27-2015 CHAPTER 0APPENDIX B: WIRING DIAGRAMS
S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l 17 DRAFT 8-27-2015 18 S y n e r g i z e R F N e t w o r k G E I - 2 1 0 I n t e g r a t i o n M a n u a l DRAFT 8-27-2015 Synergize RF Network Endpoint Module Electrical Specifications Parameter Input Voltage Quiescent Current Current while transmitting RF Power Supply Rating 4.0 VDC or optional 28VDC 70 mA @ 4 VDC
<800 mA @ 4 VDC DC energy is provided by the host Environmental Specifications Parameter Effect of Operating Temperature Effect of Relative Humidity Rating Aclara specific test
-40 C to 70 C with and without solar load Aclara specific test 60 C for thee 24 hour cycles or 85 C for one 24 hour cycle at 95 4% relative humidity, non-condensing Physical Specifications Test Title Approximate weight Dimensions Compliance Specifications Specification
< 3 oz. Irregular Test Title EMI/RFI Emission -
Conducted/Radiated EMI/RFI Susceptibility FCC Part 90 Occupied Bandwidth RF Output Power Carrier Frequency Stability Specification FCC 15.107 Conducted Emissions IEC CISPR 22 FCC 15.109 Unintentional Radiator IEC CISPR 22 RF Susceptibility ANSI C12.1 Test #26 200 kHz to 10 GHz 20 V/m Subpart I, emission mask D 11.25 kHz
<+30 dBm Transmit duty cycle < 2%
2.5 ppm Note: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This product complies with FCC OET Bulletin 65 & Industry Canada's RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.Aclara Technologies LLC low power RF devices and their antennas must be fixed-mounted on indoor or outdoor permanent structure(s) providing a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons during normal operation. This device is not designed (and it has no external connection) to operate in conjunction with any other antennas or transmitters. No other operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance are needed. NOTICE: This device is certified by the Federal Communications Commission for use pursuant to a station authorization. TWACS, STAR, and Metrum Cellular are registered trademarks of Aclara Technologies LLC an Ohio limited liability company (Aclara). All software is property of Aclara. Patents issued and pending. Aclara reserves the right to change the specifications on this product without prior notification. Copyright Aclara Technologies LLC 2015.