FCC ID: GIF2020OCECNA ORION Cellular C

ORION Water Endpoints ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 (November 2020) Installation Manual ORION Water Endpoints CONTENTS SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL 3 PRODUCT UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 3 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 3 IDENTIFICATION 4 ORION CELLULAR ENDPOINTS: C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE 5 Endpoint Configurations 5 Installation Guidelines (Indoor, Outdoor, Pit) Endpoint Activation ORION FIXED NETWORK AND MIGRATABLE ENDPOINTS 7 Endpoint Configurations 7 Installation Guidelines (Indoor, Outdoor, Pit) Endpoint Activation ORION CLASSIC ENDPOINTS 9 Endpoint Configurations 9 Installation Guidelines (Indoor, Outdoor, Pit) Endpoint Activation ACTIVATING ENDPOINTS 11 CHANGING REGISTRATION FOR AN EXISTING ENDPOINT ASSEMBLY 12 ENDPOINT INSTALLATION KITS 13 64394-032 WALL COVER INSTALL KIT Outdoor Installation for Endpoint with In-line Connector 64394-031 WALL BRACKET INSTALL KIT - ORION CELLULAR LTE 16 69406-001 MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALL KIT FOR ORION ENDPOINT AND E-SERIES ULTRASONIC METER 17 64394-008 C-CLAMP WALL BRACKET INSTALL KIT 19 64394-003 PIPE INSTALL KIT 20 64394-023 COMMERCIAL METER MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALL KIT 21 64394-030 THRU-THE-LID INSTALL KIT 64394-009 INTEGRATED PIT LID HANGER INSTALL KIT 23 INTEGRAL ENDPOINT INSTALLATION 24 Mounting an Integral Endpoint on the Meter 24 HR-E LCD Encoder Integral Configuration 24 HR-E Encoder Integral Configuration ENDPOINT STATUS TOOL FOR ORION CELLULAR ENDPOINTS 28 IN-LINE CONNECTORS 30 Twist Tight Connector 30 308 Connector Nicor Connector 31 USING GEL CAPS TO CONNECT AN ENCODER 6 6 8 8 10 10 14 16 22 26 31 32 Page ii ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 Scope of this Manual SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL This manual contains installation instructions for ORION Cellular endpoints: C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE and the ORION Fixed Network (SE), Migratable (ME) and Classic (CE) water endpoints ORION endpoints installation must comply with all applicable federal, state and local rules, regulations and codes Failure to read and follow these instructions can lead to misapplication or misuse of this product, resulting in personal injury and damage to equipment Proper performance and reliability of ORION endpoints depend upon installation in accordance with these instructions Endpoints not properly installed may not be covered under warranty WARNING: The operation of transmitters and receivers on airlines is strictly prohibited by the Federal Aviation Administration As such, the shipping of radios and endpoints via air is prohibited Please follow all Badger Meter return and/or shipping procedures to prevent exposure to liability Related Literature These related documents are available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com ORION Water Endpoint Installation Kits Ordering Guide ORION Cellular CDMA Endpoints Installation Manual ORION Water Endpoint Parts List ORION Cellular INTL Installation Manual ORION Endpoint Utility Software Manual, software version 2 7 3 or later required for ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS endpoints PRODUCT UNPACKING AND INSPECTION Upon receipt of the product, perform the following unpacking and inspection procedures OTEE:

If damage to shipping container is evident upon receipt, request the carrier to be present when product is unpacked N Carefully open the shipping package, following any instructions that may be marked on the exterior Remove all cushioning material surrounding the product ORION Endpoints: Carefully remove the pre-wired ORION endpoint or ORION endpoint encoder assembly from the container and inspect for damage Retain the contents of the installation kit for use in mounting the endpoint in the field Other products: Carefully lift the product from the package Visually inspect the product and applicable accessories for any physical damage such as scratches, loose or broken parts or any other sign of damage that may have occurred during shipment Retain the package and all packing material for possible use in reshipment or storage N OTEE:

If damage is found, request an inspection by the carriers agent within 48 hours of delivery and file a claim with the carrier A claim for equipment damage in transit is the sole responsibility of the purchaser LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS and LTE endpoints comply with Part 15, Part 22, Part 24, and Part 27 of FCC Rules ORION Fixed Network, Migratable and Classic endpoints comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and (2) these devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device In accordance with FCC Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations Title 47, Part 2, Subpart J, Section 1091, transmitters pass the requirements pertaining to radiation exposure However, to avoid public exposure in excess of limits for general population (uncontrolled exposure), a 20 centimeter distance between the transmitter and the body of the user must be maintained during operation No FCC license is required by a utility to operate an ORION meter reading system This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s) Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L'exploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 3 Identification IDENTIFICATION Endpoints C TBD The ORION water endpoint is a three-wire metering device (Figure 1) for indoor/outdoor use. Each endpoint has a unique numeric serial number on the tag attached to the cable harness (wire) and etched on the endpoint housing Endpoints require connection to an encoder to complete the assembly Badger Meter encoders are shown in Figure 4 Cellular C Cellular LTE-M

(charcoal gray) Cellular LTE-MS

(charcoal gray) Cellular LTE

(medium gray) Fixed Network (SE), Migratable (ME)

(medium gray) Classic (CE)

(light gray) Classic (CE)

(black) Endpoint Dimensions Figure 1: ORION water endpoints 1 3/4-12 THREAD 3.00 in.

(76 mm) 5.13 in.

(130 mm) 2.90 in.

(74 mm) 2.625 in.

(67 mm)

.090 in.

(2 mm) 1.75 in.

(45 mm) 1 3/4-12 THREAD 2.0 in.

(51 mm) 2.0 in. 51 mm 5.13 in. 130 mm 2.11 in. 54 mm Figure 2: ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE endpoint dimensions Figure 3: ORION endpoint dimensions (all except ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE) Encoders/Register The encoder connects to the endpoint to complete the assembly Each Badger Meter encoder is identified on the face of the register with an assembly number, unit of measure and meter model Current and legacy products are shown in Figure 4 Current Products Legacy Products High Resolution LCD Encoder E-Series Ultrasonic Meter with High High Resolution 8-Dial Encoder Absolute Digital Encoder Recordall Transmitter

(HR-E LCD) Resolution LCD Encoder

(ADE) Register (RTR)

(HR-E) Figure 4: Encoders and register Page 4 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 ORION Cellular Endpoints: C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE ORION CELLULAR ENDPOINTSE: C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE This section covers configuration, encoder compatibility and installation for ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS and LTE endpoints The serial number is engraved on one side of the endpoint base, and the FCC label is displayed on the other side The C, LTE-M and LTE endpoints have yellow FCC labels The LTE-MS endpoint has a white FCC label (See Figure 5) ORION Cellular LTE serial numbers range upward from 11xxxxxxx ORION Cellular LTE-M and LTE-MS serial numbers range upward from 12xxxxxx ORION Cellular C serial numbers range upward from 13xxxxxx C TBD Figure 5: ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE endpoint FCC labels Endpoint Configurations The following configuration options are available Endpoint Configurations Encoder Connection Endpoint only with in-line connector

(Twist Tight or Nicor) Connect the endpoint to an encoder using the in-line connector See "In-line Connectors" on page 30. Endpoint only with flying lead for field splice See Field Wiring, Encoder Connectivity and Read Resolution below Endpoint/encoder assembly with in-line connector Endpoint/encoder assemblies (endpoints connected by an in-line connector to a Badger Meter encoder) are shipped from the factory, ready for installation See Field Wiring, Encoder Connectivity and Read Resolution and "In-line Connectors" on page 30. Field Wiring, Encoder Connectivity and Read Resolution ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS and LTE endpoints with flying leads are shipped from the factory pre-programmed Connect all three endpoint wires to an encoder to complete installation The endpoint connection can be made to existing wires from the encoder or directly to the encoder terminal screws, depending on the application and manufacturer Endpoints can be connected to Badger Meter high resolution encoders and E-Series Ultrasonic meters as well as a number of competitive encoders See the wiring chart on the next page N OTEE:

For instructions on field wiring using gel connectors, see "Using Gel Caps to Connect an Encoder" on page 32. Follow the manufacturers instructions provided with the gel cap/field splice kit you are using November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 5 ORION Cellular Endpoints: C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE ORION endpoint wires: Red = Power/Clock; Black = Ground; Green = Data Endpoint Label Encoder Connectivity Endpoint Wire Colors Red Black Green Reading Resolution Badger Meter HR-E LCD or HR-E encoders or E-Series Ultrasonic and Ultrasonic Plus Meter with High Resolution output Honeywell (Elster) and ScanCoder encoders with Sensus protocol module and evoQ4 meter

(encoder output)*

Red Black Green Green Black Red Metron-Farnier Hawkeye*

Black Green ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE Mueller Systems 420 Solid State Register (SSR) LCD*

Black Green Neptune ProRead, E-coder, ARB-V* or ProCoder with encoder output Black Green Red Neptune registers with Nicor connector Sensus iPerl Black Green Black Green Master Meter Octave Ultrasonic meter (encoder output)*

Black Green l s r o o C n o i t a n m r e T

e r i i W r e d o c n E Red Red Red Red Red Up to nine (9) most significant digits Up to nine (9) most significant digits Up to nine (9) most significant digits Up to nine (9) most significant digits Up to nine (9) most significant digits Up to nine (9) most significant digits Up to nine (9) most significant digits Up to eight (8) most significant digits Hersey Translator*

Due to the customized, factory wire configurations of the Hersey Translator, the terminal posts may not match the ORION endpoint wire colors Please contact Hersey for the terminal post wiring schematic of your encoders to determine how the posts correspond to ORION endpoint wires N OTEE:

Competitive encoder output is determined by the encoder configuration

*ORION Cellular endpoints are compatible with the encoders/meters noted above that have a manufacture date within 10 years of the current date as long as the encoder has three wires connected to it and is programmed into the three-wire output mode for AMR/AMI Encoder registers with two-wire mode of operation require programming by the Utility, including registers that support auto two- or three-wire detection systems that do not automatically switch to three-wire mode of operation when a compatible endpoint is connected for ORION connectivity Installation Guidelines (Indoor, Outdoor, Pit) Install the endpoint/encoder assembly according to these guidelines:

Indoor/Outdoor InstallationE:

Indoor installation is recommended Mount endpoints indoors, in the floor joist on an outside wall, near a window, if possible, and away from large metal objects Outdoor installation is acceptable and may be required where signal strength does not support an indoor installation See "64394-032 Wall Cover Install Kit" on page 14 for mounting kit information Pit Installation MPORTANT I Mount ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE endpoints through a NON-METAL pit lidREQUIRED Install at or above grade level N OTEE:

See the installation troubleshooting document, ORION Cellular Endpoint Installation Dos and Donts, available at www.badgermeter.com Endpoints not properly installed may not be covered under warranty Endpoint Activation See "Activating Endpoints" on page 11 for details of the process Page 6 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 ORION Fixed Network and Migratable Endpoints ORION FIXED NETWORK AND MIGRATABLE ENDPOINTS This section includes configuration, encoder compatibility and installation information for ORION Fixed Network (SE) and ORION Migratable (ME) endpoints The serial number is engraved on the endpoint body Serial numbers range from 30000000 to 59999999 Endpoint Configurations The following configuration options are available Figure 6: ORION Fixed Network (SE) and ORION Migratable (ME) endpoint Endpoint Configurations Encoder Connection Endpoint only with in-line connector

(Twist Tight, Nicor, 308) Connect the endpoint to an encoder using the in-line connector See "In-line Connectors" on page 30. Endpoint only with flying lead for field splice See Field Wiring, Encoder Connectivity and Read Resolution below Endpoint/encoder assembly with in-line connector Endpoint/encoder assemblies (endpoints connected by an in-line connector to a Badger Meter encoder) are shipped from the factory, ready for installation Prewired integral endpoint/encoder assembly Mount the assembly on the bayonet of the meter See "Integral Endpoint Installation" on page 24 for details. Field Wiring, Encoder Connectivity and Read Resolution ORION SE and ME endpoints with flying leads are shipped from the factory pre-programmed Connect all three wires to an encoder to complete installation The endpoint connection can be made to existing wires from the encoder or directly to the encoder terminal screws, depending on the application and manufacturer Endpoints can be connected to Badger Meter high resolution encoders and E-Series Ultrasonic meters as well as a number of competitive encoders See the wiring chart on the next page N OTEE:

For instructions on field wiring using gel connectors, see "Using Gel Caps to Connect an Encoder" on page 32. Follow the manufacturers instructions provided with the gel cap/field splice kit you are using November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 7 ORION Fixed Network and Migratable Endpoints Encoder Connectivity Red Black Green Reading Resolution ORION endpoint wires: Red = Power/Clock; Black = Ground; Green = Data Endpoint Label ELCD or ENC Badger Meter HR-E LCD or HR-E encoders, or E-Series Ultrasonic Meter with High Res output ADE or ENC Badger Meter ADE or E-Series Ultrasonic Meter with ADE output RTR Badger Meter RTR or E-Series Ultrasonic Meter with RTR output ADE or ENC Honeywell (Elster)/AMCo ScanCoder or InVISION*and evoQ4 meter (encoder output)*

Endpoint Wire Colors Black Green Black Green Black Green Green Black Red C700D Honeywell (Elster)/AMCo C700 Digital*

Red Black Not used cut green wire flush with outer sheath ADE or ENC Master Meter Octave Ultrasonic meter (encoder output)*

Black Green ADE or ENC Metron Hawkeye*

Black Green ADE or ENC Mueller Systems 420 Solid State Register (SSR) LCD*

Black Green ADE or ENC Neptune ProRead, E-coder or ARB-V*

Black Green Red ADE or ENC Sensus Electronic Register encoder (ECR) or ICE*

Red Black Green Red Red Red Red Red Red l s r o o C n o i t a n m r e T

e r i i W r e d o c n E Up to eight (8) most significant digits Up to six (6) most significant digits Up to seven (7) most significant digits Up to eight (8) most significant digits Up to seven (7) most significant digits Up to eight (8) most significant digits Up to eight (8) most significant digits Up to eight (8) most significant digits Up to eight (8) most significant digits Up to eight (8) most significant digits ADE or ENC Hersey Translator*

Due to the customized, factory wire configurations of the Hersey Translator, the terminal posts may not match the ORION endpoint wire colors Please contact Hersey for the terminal post wiring schematic of your encoders to determine how the posts correspond to ORION endpoint wires N OTEE:

Competitive encoder output is determined by the encoder configuration

*ORION SE and ME ADE or ENC endpoints are compatible with the encoders/meters noted above with a manufacture date within 10 years of the current date as long as the encoder is programmed into the three-wire output mode for AMR/AMI and has three wires connected to it Encoder registers with two-wire mode of operation require programming by the Utility, including registers that support auto two- or three-wire detection systems that do not automatically switch to three-wire mode of operation once a compatible endpoint is connected for ORION connectivity Installation Guidelines (Indoor, Outdoor, Pit) Install the endpoint/encoder assembly according to these guidelines:

Indoor/Outdoor InstallationE: Mount outside the building, or indoors in the floor joist near an outside wall and away from large metal objects Pit Installation, ORION SE Endpoints: Mount through a NON-METAL pit lidREQUIRED Pit Installation, ORION ME Endpoints: Mount through a NON-METAL pit lidRecommended N OTEE:

Endpoints not properly installed may not be covered under warranty Endpoint Activation See "Activating Endpoints" on page 11 for details of the process Page 8 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 ORION Classic Endpoints ORION CLASSIC ENDPOINTS This section includes configuration, encoder compatibility and installation information for ORION Classic (CE) endpoints The serial number is engraved on the endpoint body Serial numbers range from 70000000 to 89999999 Endpoint Configurations The following configuration options are available Endpoint Configurations Encoder Connection Endpoint only with in-line connector

(Twist Tight, Nicor, 308) Connect the endpoint to an encoder using the in-line connector See "In-line Connectors" on page 30. Endpoint only with flying lead for field splice See Field Wiring, Encoder Connectivity and Read Resolution Figure 7: ORION Classic (CE) Endpoint Endpoint/encoder assembly with in-line connector Factory prewired endpoints, connected to a Badger Meter encoder, are shipped, ready for installation No splicing required Prewired integral endpoint/encoder assembly Mount the assembly on the bayonet of the meter See "Integral Endpoint Installation" on page 24 for details. Field Wiring, Encoder Connectivity and Read Resolution ORION CE endpoints with flying leads are shipped from the factory pre-programmed Connect all three wires to an encoder to complete installation The endpoint connection can be made to existing wires from the encoder or directly to the encoder terminal screws, depending on the application and manufacturer Endpoints can be connected to Badger Meter high resolution encoders and E-Series Ultrasonic meters as well as a number of competitive encoders as shown in the wiring chart on the next page N OTEE:

For instructions on field wiring using gel connectors, see "Using Gel Caps to Connect an Encoder" on page 32. November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 9 ORION endpoint wires: Red = Power/Clock; Black = Ground; Green = Data Encoder Connectivity Red Black Green Reading Resolution Endpoint Wire Colors Activating Endpoints Endpoint Label ADE RTR UNIV*

UNIV*

UNIV*

Badger Meter ADE, HR-E LCD or HR-E encoders, or E-Series Ultrasonic Meter with High Res or ADE output Badger Meter RTR or E-Series Ultrasonic Meter with RTR output Master Meter Octave Ultrasonic meter

(encoder output) Metron Hawkeye ARB-V*/**

ARB-V*/**

UNIV*

UNIV*

Neptune ARB-V for connectivity to ORION endpoint > serial number 80000000 Neptune ARB-V for connectivity to ORION endpoint < serial number 79999999 Neptune ProRead or E-coder Sensus Electronic Register Encoder (ECR) or ICE UNIV*

Hersey Translator UNIV*

Honeywell (Elster)/AMCo ScanCoder or InVISION Red Up to seven (7) most significant digits Mueller Systems 420 Solid State Register (SSR) LCD Green Up to seven (7) most significant digits Red Black Green Up to seven (7) most significant digits l s r o o C n o i t a n m r e T

e r i i W r e d o c n E Red Green Red Red Red Red Black Red Green Up to seven (7) most significant digits Green Up to seven (7) most significant digits Green Up to seven (7) most significant digits Black Black Black Black Black Black Green Red Up to seven (7) most significant digits Black Green Up to seven (7) most significant digits Green Black Red Up to seven (7) most significant digits Green Up to seven (7) most significant digits Due to the customized, factory wire configurations of the Hersey Translator, the terminal posts may not match the ORION endpoint wire colors Please contact Hersey for the terminal post wiring schematic of your encoders to determine how the posts correspond to ORION endpoint wires N OTEE:

Competitive encoder output is determined by the encoder configuration

*ORION Classic UNIV and ARB-V endpoints are compatible with the encoders/meters noted above with a manufacture date within 10 years of the current date as long as the encoder is programmed into the three-wire output mode for AMR/AMI and has three wires connected to it Encoder registers that are currently in two-wire mode of operation require programming by the Utility, including registers that support auto two- or three-wire detection systems that do not automatically switch to three-wire mode of operation once a compatible endpoint is connected for ORION connectivity

**A separate ORION CE Universal endpoint is available for connectivity to the Neptune ARB-V encoder Make sure the ORION Classic endpoint has ARB-V on the harness label when wiring to an ARB-V encoder Wiring differs depending on the serial number of the ORION endpoint you are connecting to the ARB-V encoder, so make sure to verify wiring is correct per the above chart Installation Guidelines (Indoor, Outdoor, Pit) Install the endpoint/encoder assembly according to these guidelines:

Indoor/Outdoor Installation: Mount outside the building, or indoors in the floor joist, near an outside wall, and away from large metal objects Pit Installation: Mount through a NON-METAL pit lidRecommended N OTEE:

Endpoints not properly installed may not be covered under warranty Endpoint Activation See "Activating Endpoints" on page 11 for details of the process Page 10 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 Activating Endpoints ACTIVATING ENDPOINTS Activation is dependent on whether the endpoint is in Pause (soft sleep) or Stop (hard sleep) radio mode The ORION Endpoint Utility software can be used to identify the endpoint radio mode Smart Activation for Endpoints in Pause Mode All ORION endpoints offer a Smart Activation feature which utilizes consumption to automatically start an endpoint in Pause mode After installation, the endpoint radio wakes up and begins broadcasting data when the encoder to which it is connected detects enough water usage from the register No field programming or special tools are required, but the amount of water consumption depends on the encoder output and meter size so activation times will vary Infrared (IR) activation tools are available for use if immediate activation is desired See the ORION Endpoint Utility User Manual, available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com. N OTEE:

Using the IR Alignment Tool (68779-001) is recommended for IR activation Endpoint/Encoder Assemblies An initial encoder read is stored by the endpoint at the time the encoder and endpoint are factory connected and the endpoint is placed in Pause mode While in Pause mode, the endpoint monitors the encoder for consumption, checking once every fifteen minutes When the endpoint/encoder assembly is installed and sufficient water is running through the meter, the endpoint automatically wakes up and transitions to its operational mode when the required consumption is registered

(see table below) Encoder Output Dial Change Required to Activate 7-dial 8-dial 9-dial Any 1 unit change in the least significant digit Any 5 unit change in the least significant digit Any 5 unit change in the least significant digit Table 1: Activation consumption thresholds Endpoint Only Like endpoint/encoder assemblies, ORION endpoint only configurations can be shipped in Pause mode The initial encoder read will be established the first time an endpoint is field connected to an encoder N OTEE:

It may take up to fifteen (15) minutes for an endpoint to recognize the initial encoder read To expedite this process, Badger Meter recommends connecting an ORION endpoint to an encoder in advance of field installation so the baseline encoder read can be captured before installing the endpoint After the initial encoder read is stored, the endpoint monitors the encoder for consumption, checking for a change in the encoder read once every fifteen minutes thereafter The endpoint automatically wakes up and transitions to its operational mode once the required amount of consumption is registered (see Table 1) Activation for Endpoints in Stop Mode Endpoints in Stop mode must be manually activated via IR communication using either the Badger Meter IR Communication Device (68891-001) or the ORION Endpoint Utility software with an ORION handheld or mobile reading system The software can also be used to identify the endpoint radio mode For more information, see the ORION Endpoint Utility User Manual for Handheld or Tablet/Laptop in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com. MPORTANT I Badger Meter IR Communication Devices that shipped prior to January 15, 2019 require a firmware update to use with ORION Cellular C, LTE-M and LTE-MS endpoints. Contact Badger Meter Utility Technical Support (800-616-3837) or your National Meter Field Support Team Representative for help. November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 11 Changing Registration for an Existing Endpoint Assembly Confirming Installation - ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE Before leaving the installation site, the installer can confirm endpoints are active and communicating 1 BEACON AMA users can check ORION Cellular endpoint activation status with the ORION Endpoint Status tool Endpoints do not need to be provisioned in BEACON AMA to display using the tool See "Endpoint Status Tool for ORION Cellular Endpoints" on page 28 for more information 2 The IR Communication Device (68891-001) can be used to confirm endpoint activation and verify the encoder connection Instructions are included with the device See the IMPORTANT note on page 11 regarding required device firmware update Active endpoints automatically transition to the appropriate network Confirming Installation - ORION SE, ME, CE Before leaving the installation site, the installer can use an ORION handheld or ORION Mobile Reading system to confirm the endpoint is broadcasting RF data for reading See the appropriate handheld or ORION Mobile Reading system user manuals, available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com, for more information Active Endpoints ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE ORION SE, ME and CE When the endpoint transitions to Active mode, it begins the network registration process BEACON AMA assigns a daily call-in time to the endpoint as part of this process An active operating ORION Cellular endpoint obtains a current encoder read every 15 minutes When the endpoint transitions to On-Mobile mode, it begins broadcasting its message for fixed network or mobile data collection An active operating ORION endpoint obtains a current encoder read once an hour CHANGING REGISTRATION FOR AN EXISTING ENDPOINT ASSEMBLY ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE If you change the encoder connected to an ORION Cellular endpoint, the endpoint will recognize the new encoder, once connected, and report previous and current interval data ORION SE, ME, CE If you change the encoder connected to an ORION Fixed Network, Migratable or Classic endpoint that has previously logged historical profile data, best practice recommends following this process:

1 Extract and save the historical profile data from the endpoint See the ORION Endpoint Utility User Manual for handheld or tablet/laptop, available at www.badgermeter.com, if you need help 2 Clear the profile data from the endpoint 3 Connect the new encoder Follow applicable installation instructions in this manual The endpoint will recognize the new encoder, once connected, and record interval data Page 12 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 Endpoint Installation Kits ENDPOINT INSTALLATION KITS Type REMOTE REMOTE REMOTE For Use With Description Kit Part Number All ORION endpoints 64394-032 Wall Cover Install Kit 64394-032, 66009-004 67625-001 IR Holder for Wall Cover Install Kit ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE 64394-031 Wall Bracket Install Kit - ORION Cellular LTE 64394-031 REMOTE ORION SE, ME, CE REMOTE or PIT SE, ME, CE 69406-001 Mounting Bracket Install Kit for ORION Endpoint and E-Series Ultrasonic Meter 69406-001 Mounting Bracket Install Kit for ORION Endpoint and E-Series Ultrasonic Meter - ORION REMOTE All ORION endpoints 64394-008 C-Clamp Wall Bracket Install Kit - ORION REMOTE or PIT All ORION endpoints 64394-003 Pipe Install Kit-ORION REMOTE All ORION endpoints 64394-023 Commercial Meter Mounting Bracket Install Kit-

ORION PIT PIT All ORION endpoints 64394-030 Thru-the-Lid Install Kit ORION SE, ME, CE 64394-009 Integrated Pit Lid Hanger Install Kit Instructions for using each installation kit follow in this section Refer to the ORION Water Endpoints Installation Kit Ordering Guide and the ORION Water Endpoint Parts List for individual endpoint kit components Both documents are available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com 64394-032 67625-001 69406-001 64394-029 64394-008 64394-003 64394-023 64394-030 64394-009 November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 13 64394-032 Wall Cover Install Kit 64394-032 WALL COVER INSTALL KIT Wall Cover Install Kit (64394-032) is recommended for proper mounting of an endpoint for indoor and outdoor remote applications, and is designed to provide an environmentally protected area for gel splice connections (if needed) Outside dimensions are shown in Figure 9 For use with: All ORION endpoints 4.70 in.

(119 mm)

.25 in.

(6 mm) 5.80 in.

(147 mm) Figure 8: 64394-032 wall cover enclosure 2.82 in.

(72 mm) Figure 9: 64394-032 Outside dimensions To install an ORION endpoint, follow these steps 1 Choose an appropriate installation location within the limits of the endpoint cable/connector harness 2 Verify the proper orientation (Figure 10) The bottom of the enclosure has an opening for IR programming The opening gives access to the endpoint IR LED port (Figure 13 and Figure 14) without having to disassemble the unit 3 Place the endpoint into the wall cover enclosure, antenna

(threaded portion) up Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE endpoints: Figure 10 shows the correct endpoint placement All other ORION endpoints: Make sure the flat side of the endpoint faces in and fits up against the inside wall of the enclosure N OTEE:

If double-sided tape is included in the kit, you can use the tape to temporarily secure the endpoint inside the enclosure before mounting 4 Position the endpoint cable Route the endpoint cable through the cutout on the bottom of the wall cover N OTEE:

If you are drilling a hole through the wall behind the enclosure for the endpoint cable, the cable does not need to route through the cutout at the bottom Figure 10: ORION Cellular LTE endpoint orientation Page 14 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 64394-032 Wall Cover Install Kit If the endpoint has an in-line connector, place the connector inside with the endpoint and route the connector cable through the cutout on the bottom N OTEE:

If used, place gel splice connections inside the enclosure N OTEE:

See "Outdoor Installation for Endpoint with In-line Connector" on page 16 for additional information about installing the endpoint outdoors with the wall cover enclosure 5 Make sure the wall cover is properly positioned, with the endpoint antenna straight up and the endpoint IR LED port visible through the bottom opening 6 Secure the wall cover using customer-supplied screws Installation is complete Figure 11: 64394-032 installation complete 67625-001 IR Holder for Wall Cover Install Kit IR Holder for Wall Cover Install Kit (67625-001) is an optional part which can be ordered for use with the Wall Cover install kit (64394-032) The IR holder bracket fits on the wall cover adapter rails to hold an IR programming head in correct alignment with the endpoint LED port 1 Place the optical head of an IR programming cable into the holder The nubs on the optical head fit into the cutouts on the holder

(67625-001) IR holder bracket Optical head of the IR programming cable Figure 12: IR holder and programming cable optical head Optical head in the bracket 2 Slide the bracket into the adapter rails at the bottom of the wall cover enclosure (64394-032) so the IR optical head is aligned with the endpoint LED port See Figure 13 and Figure 14. 3 Connect the IR programming cable to a Badger Meter mobile reading device to perform IR functions Refer to the ORION Endpoint Utility User Manual, available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com, for IR programming instructions Figure 13: IR LED port ORION Cellular LTE endpoint (bottom up view) Figure 14: IR LED port ORION ME endpoint (bottom up view) November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 15 64394-031 Wall Bracket Install Kit - ORION Cellular LTE Outdoor Installation for Endpoint with In-line Connector Meter-side connector harnesses are available with Twist Tight and Nicor connectors in the following lengths Figure 15: Outdoor endpoint installation Harness with Twist Tight Connector Part Number 68307-006 68307-003 Harness Lead Length 10 ft harness 25 ft harness Harness with Nicor Connector Part Number 66488-006 66488-003 Harness Lead Length 10 ft harness 25 ft harness Follow these recommended installation steps for an outdoor endpoint installation and refer to the image in Figure 15 N OTEE:

The Twist Tight connector is pictured above The installation steps also apply to endpoints with Nicor and 308 connectors as well See "In-line Connectors" on page 30 for more information 1 Choose an appropriate outdoor location, within the limits of the connector harness, and mount the endpoint N OTEE:

If using a wall cover enclosure, see "64394-032 Wall Cover Install Kit" on page 14 for additional information on mounting 2 Join the endpoint connector with the connector mate of the encoder cable If you are using a wall cover enclosure, place the in-line connector inside the enclosure 3 Drill a small hole in the wall of the house/structure to accommodate the endpoint/encoder cable 4 Pass the cable end with the flying leads through the wall of the house 5 Inside the house, connect the encoder wires Depending on the encoder connection, use a field splice kit or connect the wires directly to the encoder terminal screws See the appropriate wiring charts in this manual if you need help N OTEE:

Refer to the Field Splice Kit Application Data Sheet, available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com, for field splice instructions When the meter, encoder and endpoint are installed and connected, installation is complete 64394-031 WALL BRACKET INSTALL KIT - ORION CELLULAR LTE Wall Bracket Kit 64394-031 (Figure 16) is available for mounting ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE endpoints For use with: ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE endpoints only The bracket clips into the slot on the endpoint and can be used to attach the endpoint to a wall A screwdriver and two (2) customer-supplied screws are required Drill pilot holes for the screws (recommended) before attaching the wall bracket and endpoint The bracket can also be used to mount the endpoint to a pole with cable ties

(customer supplied) threaded through the bracket openings Figure 16: 64394-031 Page 16 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 69406-001 Mounting Bracket Install Kit for ORION Endpoint and E-Series Ultrasonic Meter 69406-001 MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALL KIT FOR ORION ENDPOINT AND E-SERIES ULTRASONIC METER Mounting Bracket Install Kit (69406-001) is designed to securely install an ORION endpoint to an E-Series Ultrasonic meter for non-submerged indoor and outdoor remote applications The bracket can be used for installations in any nonmetallic joist, wall or pit application For use with: ORION SE, ME and CE endpoints 2 35 in 60 mm 1 36 in 35 mm 8 i n 8 m m 1 8 4 1 9 4 9 m 4 in m Figure 17: Mounting bracket with locking clip in place Figure 18: Mounting bracket and locking clip dimensions Bracket Locking clip To connect the bracket to the meter and endpoint, follow these steps N OTEE:

The kit components are the mounting bracket (68789-001) and the locking clip (68790-001) Keep the two pieces separate when you start 1 Feed the endpoint wiring cable through the mounting bracket central opening You will see a small triangle on the underside of the bracket

(Figure 19) and at the bottom of the endpoint Align the triangles, push the bracket and endpoint together and twist the endpoint clockwise until the endpoint clicks into place 2 Align the tabs of the mounting bracket to the tabs on the side of the E-Series register (Figure 20) Then slide the mounting bracket/

endpoint down into place on the register 3 Once the endpoint is mounted on the E-Series register, insert the locking clip underneath the mounting bracket in the space between the mounting bracket and the register The flat side of the locking clip should face the mounting bracket and fit in the mounting bracket grooves It will click into place and lock N OTEE:

The endpoint is secure and cannot be removed until you remove the locking clip 4 Make sure the endpoint antenna is upright in its final position Figure 19: Triangle on underside of bracket Figure 20: E-Series Ultrasonic meter register tabs November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 17 Figure 21: ORION endpoint mounted on E-Series meter register 69406-001 Mounting Bracket Install Kit for ORION Endpoint and E-Series Ultrasonic Meter 64394-029 WALL BRACKET INSTALL KIT Wall Bracket Install Kit (64394-029) can be used to securely install an ORION endpoint For non-submerged indoor and outdoor applications, the bracket can be used in any indoor or outdoor nonmetallic joist, wall or pit application For use with: All ORION endpoints except ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE endpoints You will need the following items Wall Bracket install kit Two customer-supplied screws Screwdriver and drill To connect the bracket to the endpoint and mount, follow these steps 1 Using the screw holes of the wall bracket as a guide, drill two pilot holes on the joist or wall where the bracket is to be installed Connect the endpoint 2 Carefully slide the encoder cable harness through the slit in the bracket with the screw holes at the bottom (Figure 23) 3 Locate the small triangle and hole underneath the bracket (Figure 24) The triangle is used to align the bracket with the endpoint Figure 22: Endpoint wall bracket 4 Locate the small raised triangle at the bottom of the ORION endpoint housing (Figure 25) Figure 23: Threading cable harness Figure 24: Aligning triangle Figure 25: Housing triangle 5 Align the endpoint and bracket triangles Then push the bracket and endpoint together This should be easy 6 With one hand holding the bracket, use the other hand to twist the endpoint approximately 1/4 turn clockwise until you feel it lock into place (Figure 27) Figure 26: Align triangles and push bracket onto endpoint Figure 27: Twist endpoint to lock Page 18 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 64394-008 C-Clamp Wall Bracket Install Kit Mount the endpoint assembly 7 Make sure the endpoint antenna is upright

(Figure 28) when you place it into its final position 8 Using two customer-supplied screws, secure the bracket assembly using the pilot holes you drilled in Step 1 Installation is complete Figure 28: Endpoint positioning 64394-008 C-CLAMP WALL BRACKET INSTALL KIT C-Clamp Wall Bracket Install Kit (64394-008) can be used when mounting an endpoint to a wall For use with: All ORION endpoints For ORION Cellular endpoints, the kit can be used for indoor and remote installations, but should NOT be used in a vault To mount an ORION endpoint using this kit, follow these steps and refer to Figure 29 1 Choose an appropriate location on the wall for the endpoint Using an appropriate size fastener and washer

(customer-supplied), mount the C-clamp to the wall through the opening at the back When mounting in a vault, install the C-clamp close to the top to prevent damage when accessing the meter is required N OTEE:

ORION Cellular endpoints should NOT be mounted in a vault 2 Place the neoprene spacer from the installation kit around the endpoint, approximately 1/2 inch (13 mm) from the top of the endpoint Hold the neoprene spacer in place with your fingers 3 Thread the lock nut onto the endpoint until it makes contact with the neoprene spacer 4 Insert the endpoint into the C-clamp, making sure the neoprene spacer stays inside the C-clamp 5 Close the C-clamp and lock it in place so that it closes over the neoprene spacer and securely holds the endpoint as shown in Figure 29 Installation is complete N OTEE:

ORION radio endpoints perform best with a clear line of sight Performance varies with installation C-Clamp C-Clamp around endpoint Figure 29: C-Clamp and placement November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 19 64394-003 Pipe Install Kit 64394-003 PIPE INSTALL KIT Pipe Install Kit (64394-003) with mounting support bracket (Figure 30) is designed for pipe installations on a 3/8, 5/8 and 1/2 inch rebar or 1/2 inch schedule 40 PVC pipe For use with: All ORION endpoints For ORION Cellular endpoints, the kit can be used for indoor and remote installations, but should NOT be used under a pit lid 1/2 in. Rebar 5/8 in. Rebar 3/8 in. Rebar Hex head bolt can be used in any slot, as needed 1/2 in. schedule 40 PVC pipe

#6-32 wing nut

#6 washer

#6-32 x 3/4 hex head bolt Figure 30: Support bracket (knuckles) To install an ORION endpoint using the mounting support bracket, follow these steps 1 Drive rebar or stake into the ground, or use a free-standing pipe or rebar DRIVE REBAR OR STAKE INTO THE GROUND PRIOR TO ATTACHING THE ENDPOINT TO AVOID DAMAGE. 2 Slide the mounting support bracket on the rebar/stake/pipe and secure using the enclosed washer, wing nut and hex head bolt provided with the bracket The hex head bolt fits in any slot N OTEE:

The bracket can be installed with either side up, but installing with the smooth side up is recommended if installed outdoors to avoid potential rainwater build up 3 Insert the threaded end of the endpoint up through the bottom of the bracket opening Then thread the lock nut onto the endpoint and tighten the lock nut to secure the bracket (Figure 31) For pit installations, mount the endpoint a maximum of 12 inches (2551 mm) below the pit lid (NOT for ORION Cellular endpoints!) 4 Install the bracket anywhere along the length of the endpoint threaded end, as long as it is at least 0 5 in (13 mm) below the top where the antenna is located Installation is complete Endpoint Antenna Lock Nut Support Bracket Endpoint Antenna Lock Nut Support Bracket Wing Nut Wing Nut Pipe/Stake/Rebar Pipe/Stake/Rebar Figure 31: Pipe installation kit with ORION Cellular C, LTE-M, LTE-MS, LTE endpoints Figure 32: Pipe installation kit with ORION SE, ME, CE endpoints Page 20 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 64394-023 COMMERCIAL METER MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALL KIT Commercial Meter Mounting Bracket Install Kit (64394-023) is designed for use with most Badger Meter Turbo, Compound Series and Fire Service Disc bypass meter lines Use the kit to securely mount an ORION endpoint to a meter 64394-023 Commercial Meter Mounting Bracket Install Kit For use with: All ORION endpoints You will need a torque wrench set for installation The kit components are:

Stainless steel mounting bracket 66360-001 Lock nut 62825-001 To install the bracket, follow these steps:

Figure 33: Stainless steel mounting bracket Figure 34: Lock nut with gussets 1 Verify that the water is turned off 2 Slip the mounting bracket over the top of the ORION endpoint, as shown 3 Screw the lock nut from the kit onto the threaded section of the endpoint Hand tighten the lock nut to secure the bracket 4 At the meter, unscrew the head assembly bolt at the location where you plan to mount the endpoint 5 Position the bracket, reinsert the bolt and hand tighten it N OTEE:

For visual clarity, the photo in Figure 37 shows the bracket without the endpoint attached Figure 35: Mounting bracket over endpoint Figure 36: Tighten lock nut Figure 37: Bracket attached with bolt 6 Position the bracket so the endpoint is as far from the meter as possible to provide adequate space for the endpoint signal to propagate (Figure 38) MPORTANT I If two ORION endpoints are required for a fire series assembly or a compound meter application, mount the endpoints on OPPOSITE sides of the meter head assembly. 7 With the torque wrench, tighten the bolt as indicated in the chart that follows Figure 38: Endpoint connected to meter with bracket November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 21 64394-030 Thru-the-Lid Install Kit Meter 2-inch Turbo Series Meter 3-inch Turbo Series Meter 4-inch Turbo Series Meter 6-inch Turbo Series Meter Ft-lb 10 9 37 5 37 5 37 5 Meter 2-inch Compound Series Meter 3-inch Compound Series Meter 4-inch Compound Series Meter 6-inch Compound Series Meter Heavy Duty Bypass M70 Heavy Duty Bypass M170 Ft-lb 16 7 33 3 33 3 33 3 21 0 50 0 Installation is complete Turn the water back on 64394-030 THRU-THE-LID INSTALL KIT The ADA-compliant Thru-the-Lid Install Kit (64394-030) is designed for use with a NON-METAL PIT LID, 2 inches

(51 mm) maximum thickness, with a standard hole diameter of 1-7/8 inches (48 mm) For use with: All ORION endpoints To install an endpoint through a non-metal pit lid, follow these steps and refer to Figure 39 1 Screw the lock nut (large diameter side up) onto the endpoint tube threads 2 Insert the endpoint tube through the bottom of the pit lid 3 Screw the top nut onto the endpoint tube threads 4 Tighten the lock nut and top nut to make sure the endpoint is secure Installation is complete Figure 39: ORION endpoint thru non-metal pit lid N OTEE:

When installing an endpoint through a thick lid, you can use a Pit Tube Extender

(67025-001) The Extender requires a 2 inch (51 mm) diameter hole It screws onto the threaded portion of the endpoint Radio frequency (RF) performance may be reduced when using the Pit Tube Extender Do not use Pit Tube Extender with ORION Cellular endpoints. Figure 40: Endpoint pit tube extender NOT for ORION Cellular endpoints Page 22 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 64394-009 INTEGRATED PIT LID HANGER INSTALL KIT Integrated Pit Lid Hanger Install Kit (64394-009) is designed for ORION endpoints installed below composite and plastic lids that have an integrated AMR/AMI endpoint hanger 64394-009 Integrated Pit Lid Hanger Install Kit For use with: ORION Fixed Network, Migratable, and Classic endpoints To install an ORION endpoint with this kit, follow these steps and refer to Figure 41 1 Thread the lock nut onto the top of the ORION endpoint as shown 2 Slide the endpoint into the lid bracket 3 Tighten the lock nut so that the endpoint is held firmly in place Installation is complete Figure 41: Integrated pit lid hanger installation November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 23 ORION SE, ME and CE endpoints are available in an integral configuration in which the endpoint and encoder are connected in one assembly There are two types of integral configurations This section includes instructions for mounting an integral endpoint on a meter and also provides instructions for disassembling both types of integrals Integral Endpoint Installation INTEGRAL ENDPOINT INSTALLATION Mounting an Integral Endpoint on the Meter An integral endpoint can be installed on any Badger Meter Disc, Turbo, or Compound Series meter Both integral configuration styles mount to the meter the same way, by placing the assembly onto the bayonet of the meter and rotating it into its locking position See Figure 42. 1 Loosen the security screw on the endpoint encoder assembly 2 Mount the assembly housing on the meter bayonet 3 Turn the assembly clockwise 1/4 turn to lock the assembly into place on the meter 4 After the assembly is mounted on the meter, tighten the security screw to secure the assembly to the register 5.65 in. 144 mm HR-E LCD Encoder Integral Configuration Figure 42: Integral assembly on meter 6.80 in. 173mm 3.68 in. 93 mm Figure 44: HR-E LCD Integral base dimensions Figure 43: HR-E LCD Integral Configuration The ORION HR-E LCD Integral Assembly is shown in Figure 43 In an HR-E LCD integral assembly, the endpoint is factory-wired to the encoder and both are mounted to the shroud bracket Endpoints are available with a 3-foot or 10-foot wire that is wrapped around the body of the endpoint The endpoint wire is contained under a removable cover With this option, the endpoint can be removed from the housing, if necessary, and mounted away from the encoder The endpoint can also be returned to the housing assembly without damage Page 24 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 Integral Endpoint Installation Removing the Endpoint from the Assembly Housing N OTEE:

The endpoint cover connects to the base with three tabs: one in the back and two in the front (closest to the encoder ) 1 Remove the integral assembly from the meter Remove the security screw at the base of the assembly Keep the screw for remounting the encoder assembly Turn the assembly (as one piece) 1/4 turn, counter-clockwise and lift the assembly off the meter 2 With the endpoint side of the assembly facing toward you, grasp the bottom of the cover with one hand on either side of the endpoint cover base 3 With your thumbs, push the cover at the center of the base to release the back tab (Figure 45) Then lift up to release the front tabs and remove the cover from the base Figure 45: Push at center of endpoint base to release the cover Figure 46: Cover tabs released , endpoint wire exposed 4 Twist the endpoint to release it from the housing and uncoil the wire 5 Mount the endpoint according to recommended installation guidelines within the limits of the endpoint wire 1 Wrap the wire around the endpoint Make sure the wire is wrapped tightly and neatly around the endpoint or the N OTEE:

The encoder cannot be removed from the assembly housing 6 Remount the encoder (in the assembly housing) onto the meter bayonet Turn the assembly clockwise 1/4 turn so it locks in place Replace and tighten the security screw Reattaching the Endpoint To reattach the endpoint to the assembly housing, follow these steps cover will not fit 2 Insert the endpoint base into the shroud bracket Adjust the endpoint so the tabs on the endpoint base align with the openings on the bracket, and the wire at the endpoint base fits into the opening at the back of the bracket See Figure 47 3 When the endpoint is correctly inserted into the bracket opening, turn the endpoint clockwise to make sure it is secure 4 Place the cover over the endpoint, with the single tab at the back 5 When the cover is almost completely on, align the two front tabs with the openings on the shroud bracket (closest to the encoder) and then push down until all three tabs click into place November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 25 Figure 47: Integral bracket without endpoint Integral Endpoint Installation HR-E Encoder Integral Configuration 6.7 in 170 mm 4.21 in. 107 mm Figure 48: HR-E Integral assembly with additional wire Figure 49: HR-E Integral base dimensions Configuration The ORION HR-E Integral Assembly is shown in Figure 48 The endpoint has a 3-foot length of wire stored inside the bottom of the assembly housing The endpoint can be removed from the housing, if necessary, and mounted away from the encoder N OTEE:

Once removed, the endpoint CANNOT be reassembled into an integral configuration Removing the Endpoint from the Assembly Housing MPORTANT I Removing the endpoint from the assembly housing can only be done once with this integral configuration. PRIOR TO DISASSEMBLING AN INTEGRAL ENDPOINT, VERIFY THAT THE ENDPOINT HAS THREE FEET OF WIRE PACKAGED WITH THE ASSEMBLY. CHECK THE SERIAL NUMBER LABEL ON THE SIDE OF THE INTEGRAL BRACKET TO MAKE SURE IT INDICATES 3 FT WIRE. DO NOT CONTINUE WITH THE STEPS LISTED BELOW IF YOUR INTEGRAL ENDPOINT DOES NOT HAVE THIS DESCRIPTION ON THE SERIAL NUMBER LABEL, AS ENDPOINT DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. 1 Remove the assembly from the meter Remove the security screw at the base of the assembly Keep the screw for remounting the encoder assembly Turn the assembly (as one piece) 1/4 turn, counter-clockwise Lift the assembly off the meter Figure 50: Remove assembly from meter Page 26 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020

Integral Endpoint Installation 2 Remove the endpoint wire under the breakaway plate Turn the endpoint/encoder assembly over Grasp the pull tab located to the right of the encoder seal screw with pliers (Figure 51) Then pull and remove the bottom breakaway plate from the housing to expose the wire The plate is scored to facilitate removal With your fingers, remove the three feet of endpoint wire from the housing N OTEE:

The wire is attached to the endpoint Figure 51: Pull tab to remove the breakaway plate 3 Rotate the endpoint counter-clockwise 1/4 turn and pull the endpoint and endpoint wire out from the assembly base Figure 52: Rotate endpoint clockwise Figure 53: Pull endpoint away from base 4 Mount the endpoint according to recommended installation guidelines within the limits of the endpoint wire N OTEE:

The encoder cannot be removed from the assembly housing 5 Remount the encoder (in the assembly housing) onto the meter bayonet Turn the assembly clockwise 1/4 turn so it locks in place Replace and tighten the security screw November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 27 Endpoint Status Tool for ORION Cellular Endpoints ENDPOINT STATUS TOOL FOR ORION CELLULAR ENDPOINTS BEACON AMA users can check the activation status of ORION Cellular endpoints with the ORION Endpoint Status tool Several minutes after installation, the tool displays ORION Cellular endpoints assigned to you Endpoints do not need to be provisioned in BEACON AMA to display The browser-based tool can be viewed on a computer or mobile device An Internet connection is required Follow these steps to use the ORION Endpoint Status tool 1 Go to https://orionstatus.beaconama.net. 2 Sign in with your BEACON email address and password (Figure 54) Result: The ORION Endpoint Status screen (Figure 55) opens showing the list of activated Cellular endpoints. Figure 54: Tool sign in screen - computer and mobile N OTEE:

It can take several minutes for a newly installed endpoint to communicate with the cellular network and display on the ORION Endpoint Status screen 3 View the endpoint list The list displays endpoint serial number, activation time, and activation signal strength The current endpoint and meter status are also shown Endpoints are listed according to their activation time, with the most recent endpoint activation times listed first (top of list) Reload Figure 55: Endpoint status list - computer and mobile You can also Export endpoints into a program such as Excel, or Search to find a specific endpoint 4 To see any new endpoints that have been added since logging in, reload/refresh the browser window On a at the top left of the screen On a mobile device, swipe down the screen computer, use the reload button to refresh Page 28 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 5 Select an endpoint in the list to see the endpoint raw read A window opens, like the examples shown in Figure 56 N OTEE:

Information in the first three fields is captured at the time of activation Information in the next three fields is current information Endpoint Status Tool for ORION Cellular Endpoints

Information at time of activation Current information

Figure 56: Status detail screen - computer and mobile The Endpoint Status field displays one of the following:

Endpoint Status Response Good No response required Endpoint Tamper Encoder Error Endpoint* requires attention Encoder* requires attention Endpoint Tamper or Encoder Error Incomplete information This message updates at the next scheduled communication

*For additional endpoint information, see the ORION Endpoint Utility User Manual for handheld or laptop For additional encoder information, see the appropriate encoder user manual All documents are available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com. The Meter Status field displays one of the following:

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Meter Status only displays for E-Series Ultrasonic meters For other meters, the field will have a dash mark () Meter Status Good Sensor Error Response No response required Meter* requires attention

*For additional information, see the appropriate E-Series Ultrasonic Meter User Manual, available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com. 6 Tap/click Back to List to return to the previous screen 7 When finished using the tool, tap the Log Out button or on a mobile device. November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 29 In-line Connectors IN-LINE CONNECTORS In-line connectors are used to allow AMA/AMR/AMI device connectivity without the need for a field splice kit There are three available in-line connector types: Twist Tight, 308, Nicor When ordered separately, the endpoint and encoder (or electronic meter) in-line connectors come with removable caps, which can be removed in the field before joining the connector ends With the proper orientation, the connector ends go together easily No tools are necessary N OTEE:

Additional removable caps are available for order Part numbers are listed in Figure 58, Figure 60, and Figure 62 BEFORE JOINING, MAKE SURE ALL SURFACES OF THE CONNECTOR ENDS ARE CLEAN, DRY, AND FREE OF ANY DEBRIS OR DIRT. THIS STEP IS ESSENTIAL TO MAKE SURE THE CONNECTOR REMAINS WATER TIGHT AND SUBMERSIBLE. Twist Tight Connector To use the Twist Tight connector, follow these steps and refer to Figure 58. 1 Remove the protective caps Twist the rotating collar on each connector counter clockwise (left) to loosen and remove the cap 2 Align the notches inside each connector and push the ends together until the endpoint-side is fully seated in the encoder-side connector Figure 57: Twist Tight in-line connector Protective cap endpoint-side Protective cap encoder-side Endpoint-side Encoder-side 68307-007 68307-008 Figure 58: Twist Tight connector ends and caps - close up view 3 On the endpoint-side connector, twist the rotating collar clockwise (right) until the ends are tightly connected When tightly connected, the tabs at the top of the connectors should be aligned and the red O ring on the encoder-side connector should NOT be visible MPORTANT I Do NOT use tools to tighten the connector ends. Hand tighten only. Twist Tight Extension Harness An extension harness connects in-line between the meter- and endpoint-side connectors Extension harnesses are available in the lengths shown, with and without a cable shield The cable shield offers extra protection for harsh environments such as pit installations Part Number Harness only 68307-009 68307-010 Part Number Harness with Cable Shield 68883-002 68883-004 5 ft extension 10 ft extension Extension Harness Length N OTEE:

For more information about the Twist Tight connector, refer to the Twist Tight In-line Connector Assembly Application Data Sheet, available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com. Page 30 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 Using Gel Caps to Connect an Encoder 308 Connector To use the 308 connector, follow these steps and refer to Figure 60 1 Squeeze the notched area and pull to remove the cap(s) 2 Align the notches inside each connector and push the ends together You Figure 59: 308 in-line connector will hear a click when the connector ends are firmly seated and secure Protective cap endpoint-side Protective cap encoder-side 66233-005 66233-006 Endpoint-side Encoder-side Figure 60: 308 connector ends and caps - close up view N OTEE:

For additional information, refer to the 308 In-line Connector Assembly Application Data Sheet, available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com Nicor Connector To use the Nicor connector, follow these steps and refer to Figure 62 1 Pull the cap(s) straight off to remove 2 Locate the arrow on each connector With the arrows pointed toward each other, push the ends together until the encoder-side connector is fully seated into the endpoint-side connector There should be no visible gap Figure 61: Nicor in-line connector Dust cap endpoint-side 66488-014 Dust cap encoder-side 66488-004 Endpoint-side Encoder-side Figure 62: Nicor connector ends and caps - close up view Nicor Extension Harness An extension harness connects in-line between the meter- and endpoint-side connectors An extension harness in this lead length is available with the Nicor connector Part Number 66488-024 Extension Harness Length 10 ft extension November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 31 Using Gel Caps to Connect an Encoder USING GEL CAPS TO CONNECT AN ENCODER For those connections that are not factory wired or equipped with in-line connectors, follow these guidelines for using gel caps when splicing is required, either for installation or to fix a connection after a tamper Refer to the wiring charts for each ORION endpoint, starting on page 6 For pit environments, splice connections require a field splice kit (62084-001), which can be ordered separately Refer to Field Splice Kit for Badger Meter AMR/AMI Products, available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com For all installations, excess wire should be coiled and cable tied to avoid any damage N OTEE:

Required Tools Splicing Tools (Customer Supplied) Badger Meter Part Number Parallel Pliers Coax Wire Stripper Diagonal Cutting Pliers 59983-001 59989-001 n/a Connecting an Encoder Using Gel Caps Follow these steps when using Badger Meter supplied gel caps 1 To connect an encoder with existing wires to an ORION endpoint, strip approximately 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) of outer insulation sheath from the encoder and endpoint cables using a coax wire stripping tool We recommend using the Badger Meter Coax Wire Stripper (59989-001) USE CAUTION WHEN REMOVING THE OUTER SHEATH SO THAT THE INNER SIGNAL WIRE INSULATION IS NOT NICKED OR DAMAGED. 2 Unwind the outer foil shield from the endpoint cable and cut it off even with the outer sheath using diagonal 3 Connect the ORION endpoint to an approved encoder Verify the endpoint serial number prior to completing the cutting pliers wiring setup Connect the encoder cable wires to the ORION endpoint wires using the insulation gel caps provided in the installation kit Refer to the wiring charts for the endpoint type starting on page 6 and determine which wires need to be connected to complete an installation N OTEE:

The terminal posts and wire colors may not match DO NOT STRIP ANY INSULATION FROM THE ENDS OF THE WIRES BEFORE YOU PUSH THEM INTO THE GEL CAP. Insert the wires from each cable end as far as possible into the gel cap See Figure 63: Wires in gel cap Page 32 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 Figure 63: Wires in gel cap Using a crimping tool such as the Badger Meter Parallel Pliers (59983-001), place the gel cap with the wires into the jaws of the crimping tool Using Gel Caps to Connect an Encoder Figure 64: Gel cap in crimping tool Crimp the gel cap by squeezing the crimping tool handles until the gel cap is completely compressed The Badger Meter Parallel Pliers is designed to apply just enough pressure to crimp the gel cap Apply pressure for three seconds Repeat the crimping procedure for the remaining gel caps and wires Figure 65: Compress the gel cap 4 Attach the two plastic cable ties and tighten securely for strain relief Snip off the excess cable tie with the wire cutter 5 For remote installations, the connection is complete Figure 66: Cable tie attachment locations N OTEE:

For pit installations, an appropriate field splice kit should be used If using the Badger Meter Field Splice Kit, refer to the Field Splice Kit Application Data Sheet provided with the kit Testing Wire Connections Test all wiring connections to confirm connectivity, and to verify the ORION endpoint reading and the encoder reading are the same The connections can be tested using the Quick Read function with either an ORION handheld or mobile data collector See the appropriate software manual, available in the Resource Library at www.badgermeter.com, for more information November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 33 ORION Water Endpoints Page 34 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 November 2020 Installation Manual November 2020 ORI-UM-00025-EN-24 Page 35 ORION Water Endpoints ADE, BEACON, M-Series, ORION and RTR are registered trademarks of Badger Meter, Inc Other trademarks appearing in this document are the property of their respective entities Due to continuous research, product improvements and enhancements, Badger Meter reserves the right to change product or system specifications without notice, except to the extent an outstanding contractual obligation exists 2020 Badger Meter, Inc All rights reserved www.badgermeter.com

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