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CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide xx ITRON INSTALLATION GUIDE xx 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 1 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Copyright 2021 Itron, Inc. All rights reserved. Confidentiality Notice in writing. Trademark Notice Itron is a registered trademark of Itron, Inc. Confidential Information of Itron, Inc., provided under nondisclosure obligations. The information contained herein is proprietary and confidential and is being provided subject to the condition that (i) it be held in confidence except to the extent required otherwise by law and (ii) it will be used only for the purposes described herein. Any third party that is given access to this information shall be similarly bound All other product names and logos in this documentation are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. For more information about Itron or Itron products, go to www.itron.com. If you have questions or comments about a software or hardware product, contact Itron Technical Support Email: support@itron.com Itron Access: https://access.itron.com Services. Contact language. Telephone Itron Technical Support North America: 1-877-487-6602 For technical support contact information by region, go to www.itron.com and select your country and For suggestions, questions, or other feedback concerning Itron product documentation, contact us at:
ItronDocumentation@itron.com 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 2 of 133 Important Safety and Compliance Information This section provides important information for your safety and product compliance. USA, FCC Part 15 compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. This equipment complies with radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The antenna must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters (7.9 inches) from all persons and must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 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 and ISED rules, unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 3 of 133 Canada, ISED compliance Compliance Statement Canada Dclaration de Conformit 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. 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, (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. 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. Conformment la rglementation d'Industrie Canada, le prsent metteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou infrieur) approuv pour l'metteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de rduire les risques de brouillage radiolectrique l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonne quivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dpasse pas l'intensit ncessaire l'tablissement d'une communication satisfaisante. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada ICES-003 Compliance Label:
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) 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 quipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux radiations dans un environnement non contrl. Cet quipement do it tre install et utilis distance minimum de 20 cm entre le radiateur et votre corps. Cet metteur ne doit pas tre co-localises ou oprant en conjonction avec tout autre antenne ou transmetteur. Electromagnetic Compatibility Caution: Use only approved accessories with this equipment. All cables must be high quality, shielded, and correctly terminated. Unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with these use instructions may void authorization by the authorities to operate the equipment. Antenna Specifications Specifications for the 915 MHz, GPS, and WAN antennas are listed in the following tables. Important! All coaxial cable connections must be properly weather proofed per industry standards unless otherwise specified. This includes any connections for the antennas and the collector or repeater components. If the collector or repeater is installed indoors, only the connections located outside need to be weather proofed. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 4 of 133 Caution: Antennas not approved by Itron are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Installing the CCU 100 or Repeater 100 with an unapproved antenna may void the product warranty. Operating the CCU 100 or Repeater 100 with an unapproved antenna may cause this equipment to be out of FCC and ISED compliance and can void the user's authority to operate this equipment. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. 915 MHz Antennas There are several possible antenna configurations that can be used for the 915 MHz radio link. The antenna models allowed on a specific model of CCU or Repeater depend on the unit's Hardware Version Identification Number (HVIN) printed on the regulatory label. Specification Standard 5.15 dBi Standard 5.5 dBi High-Gain 8.15 dBi Mounting Direct or Remote Direct or Remote Remote Itron part number MSE-0330-001 MSE-0453-001 MSE-0392-001 Frequency range 902-932 MHz 902-928 MHz 902-928 MHz Vertical Omnidirectional Vertical Omnidirectional Vertical Omnidirectional 5.5 dBi 250 W 50 ohms N-Male 8.15 dBi 250 W 50 ohms N-Female Maximum gain 5.15 dBi Power Rating 50 W Polarization Impedance Termination Approved only for the following HVINs:
See the following note. 50 ohms N-Male All HVINs Overall dimensions 18.0 L x 1.0 D 18.8 L x 1.0 D 68.0 L x 2.0 D CCU100B CCU100B Repeater CCU100R CCU100R Repeater CCU100RB CCU100RB Repeater CCU100RA CCU100RA Repeater See *Note. CCU100C CCU100C Repeater CCU100RC CCU100RC Repeater CCU100RB CCU100RB Repeater CCU100RC CCU100RC Repeater TowerCCU TowerCCUA TowerCCUB
*Note: The standard 5.5 dBi antenna, MSE-0453-001, may only be used on HVIN CCU100B, CCU100B Repeater, CCU100RB, and CCU100RB models that have been returned for service. Note: Using a model of 915 MHz antenna on a CCU or Repeater HVIN that is not on the approved list will cause the CCU or Repeater to be out of regulatory compliance. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 5 of 133 Warning! To meet FCC and ISED compliance requirements, collectors and repeaters must have a minimum of 2.2 dB worth of loss between the collector or repeater and the 8.15 dBi antenna. For more information on meeting this regulatory compliance requirement, see Materials Not Provided by Itron on page 29. GPS Antennas There are several possible antenna configurations that can be used for the GPS radio link. The GPS antenna models allowed on a specific model of CCU depend on the unit's Hardware Version Identification Number (HVIN) printed on the regulatory label. Specification Mounting Itron part number Frequency range Maximum gain Power rating Polarization Impedance Termination Overall dimensions 0.8 x 0.9 x 0.3 2.6 L x 3.1 D Approved only for the following HVINs:
See note below. GPS Internal GPS External N/A Remote MSE-0290-001-R MSE-0260-001 1575.42 MHz 1575.42 MHz 27 dB N/A RHCP 50 ohms N/A CCU100 CCU100 Repeater CCU100A CCU100A Repeater CCU100B CCU100B Repeater CCU100C CCU100C Repeater 30 dB N/A RHCP 50 ohms TNC-Female CCU100R CCU100R Repeater CCU100RA CCU100RA Repeater CCU100RB CCU100RB Repeater CCU100RC CCU100RC Repeater TowerCCU TowerCCUA TowerCCUB Note: Using a model of GPS antenna on a CCU or Repeater HVIN that is not on the approved list will cause the CCU or Repeater to be out of regulatory compliance. WAN Antennas There are several possible antenna configurations that can be used for the WAN radio link. The WAN antenna models allowed on a specific model of CCU depend on the unit's Hardware Version Identification Number (HVIN) printed on the regulatory label. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 6 of 133 Specification WAN-3G WAN-3G/4G WAN-3G/4G Mounting Direct or Remote Direct Remote Itron part number MSE-0259-001 MSE-0439-001 MSE-0784-001 Frequency range 806-896 MHz 698-894 MHz 698-960 MHz 1850-1900 MHz 1710-2170 MHz 1710-2170 MHz Maximum gain 2.15 dBi (806-896) 2 dBi 4.5 dBi 5.15 dBi (1850-1900) 100 W 25 W 150 W Vertical Omnidirectional Vertical Omnidirectional Vertical Omnidirectional Power rating Polarization Impedance Termination Overall dimensions 13.8 L x 1.3 D 5.1 L x 1.2 D 12.6 L x 2.8 D 50 ohms N-Male CCU100B CCU100C 50 ohms N-Female CCU100RB CCU100RC TowerCCUB 50 ohms N-Female CCU100A CCU100RA TowerCCU TowerCCUA Approved only for the following HVINs:
CCU100 CCU100R See note below. Note: Using a model of WAN antenna on a CCU or Repeater HVIN that is not on the approved list will cause the CCU or Repeater to be out of regulatory compliance. Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Conformity This radio transmitter has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) to operate with the antenna types listed previously with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Le prsent metteur radio est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne numrs ci-dessus et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impdance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est suprieur au gain maximal indiqu, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'metteur. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 7 of 133 Contents CCU1 0 0 a n d Re p e a te r1 0 0 In s ta lla tio n Gu id e Important Safety and Compliance Information Co n te n ts 1 Antenna Specifications Before You Begin Documentation Conventions Related Documents 2 CCU/Repeater Basics CCU Configuration CCU/Repeater Components CCU/Repeater Module Local GPS/WAN Antenna System 915 MHz Antenna 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation Installation Profiles Siting Collectors or Repeaters Propagation Study and Collector or Repeater Site Selection GPS and WAN Coverage AC Service Requirements External Ethernet Connections Remote 915 MHz Antenna Placement Grounding the Antenna System 915 MHz Antenna Lightning Arrestor AC Mains Power DC Mains Power Materials Not Provided by Itron Coaxial Cable Antenna Connectors Mounting Hardware 1 3 4 8 13 13 14 15 15 15 16 17 18 21 21 22 22 22 23 23 24 25 25 27 28 29 29 29 31 31 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 8 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide Table of Contents 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Installation Overview Local GPS/WAN Antennas Attaching the Local GPS/WAN Antennas Direct Mount Standard (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) 915 MHz Antenna Attaching the Direct Mount Standard (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) 915 MHz Antenna Attaching the Collector or Repeater Mounting Hardware Pipe Mount Pole Mount Wall Mount Davit Arm Mount Cables Connecting the Cables Installing a Local 4G WAN Antenna Attaching the Local 4G WAN Antenna Battery Installing the Battery Installing the Battery (Ferrite Bead) Power Providing Power CCU Installation Wiring Diagram Tower Installation Tower Installation Overview TCU Components Tower CCU Wiring Installation Diagram Solar Powered Installation Sunwize Solar Panel Wiring Legend Assembling the Solar CCU 100 Solar Installation Wiring Diagram Relocating a CCU or Repeater 5 Battery Care and Maintenance Shipping Requirements Battery Storage and Charging 33 33 34 34 34 35 37 37 38 40 42 43 45 45 49 49 50 50 51 52 53 54 54 55 57 61 61 62 63 66 68 69 69 69 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 9 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide Table of Contents Long-Term Storage State of Charge Charging the Battery Battery Service Life Calendar Life Preventative Maintenance Replacing the Integrated Battery Replacing the Battery A Detailed Collector or Repeater Specifications CCU or Repeater Dimensions and Weight Antennas Environmental Specifications Transmitter Diagnostic Radio Battery Pack Collector or Repeater Power Operating Range B Port and Protocol Requirements Logical Architecture of Fixed Network (Multiple Network Zones) Ports and Protocols C Status and Diagnostics Status Indicator Performing an Antenna Sweep Test D Changing the Repeater Password Accessing the Repeater User Interface Changing the Repeater Password E Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure Anritsu Site Master Calibration General Testing Conditions Specific Testing Conditions Understanding Party Responsibilities Itrons Responsibilities Setting up and Calibrating the Anritsu Site Master S331E Testing on a Network Device with a Remotely-Mounted 915 MHz Antenna 69 70 71 71 72 72 72 73 74 74 76 77 77 77 77 78 80 80 81 87 87 88 89 89 92 94 94 94 95 95 96 97 97 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 10 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide Table of Contents Suppliers Responsibilities Itron ChoiceConnect Antenna and Line Sweep Test Form Itron ChoiceConnect 915 MHz Antenna Specifications Technical Data Typical Coaxial Cable Specification Summary Table Sample Sweeps Output F Grounding Specifications Understanding Grounding and Bonding Understanding the Ohms Level Reducing the Ohms level Using a Megger Adjusting the Routing of the Grounding Conductor Supplier General Requirements and Equipment Competencies Exterior Grounding System Design for Concentrators Existing Building or Rooftop Sites Co-Located Sites & Other Existing Structures New Wood Pole Sites Equipment Buried Ground Ring Chemical Ground Rod Installation Installing a Chemical Ground Rod Itron Concentrator Equipment TCU / CCU on a Concrete Pad TCU / CCU on a Steel Frame or I-Beam or Platform TCU / CCU on a Raised Metal Platforms TCU / CCU / Repeater Remote Antennas & Coax on Towers Installing Coax Ground Kits Installing Coax Ground Kits at the Top of a Tower Installing Coax Ground Kits at the Bottom of the Tower Installing a Coax Ground Kit to End of Ice Bridge Attaching a Coax Ground Kit at GPS and WAN Antenna Grounding a Coax Ice Bridge Collector Sites with Indoor Itron TCU / CCU Equipment RF Components Protection (Coax) Grounding Rooftop Network Devices Grounding Rooftop Network Devices 98 98 99 100 100 101 103 104 104 104 105 106 107 107 110 111 111 111 112 112 113 114 114 114 115 115 116 116 117 117 117 118 118 120 120 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 11 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide Table of Contents Grounding Building Steel and Existing Building Lightning Protection or Grounding Systems Grounding Building Steel and One 4/0 AWG Down Conductors Grounding One 4/0 AWG Insulated Down Conductor and One Existing Building Lightning Protection Down Conductor or Building Ground System Grounding One 4/0 AWG Down Conductor Down Conductor Installation Cold Water Pipe Option Building Steel Option Antenna and Coax Grounding - Rooftops Grounding antennas on rooftops Cable Tray Grounding Water Tower Grounding New Wooden and Concrete Antenna Poles Equipment Shelter Grounding Repeaters on Communication Tower Sites Repeaters on Rooftops Multiple Story Site Ground System Cable Entrance Facilities Clamp-On Ground Resistance Testing Using a Clamp-On Ground Resistance Tester Principle of Operation Determining the Correct Measuring Point Testing Procedures Measuring Rod/Grid Resistance Understanding Party Responsibilities Itron Responsibilities Supplier Responsibilities Down Conductors Installation - Building / Shelter Penetrations Down Conductors Installation - Limits of Bend Radius Down Conductors Installation Connection Methods 121 121 121 121 122 122 123 123 123 124 124 125 125 126 127 127 127 127 127 128 128 129 129 130 131 131 132 132 132 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 12 of 133 1Before You Begin The CCU 100 (also known as a cell control unit or collector) is the main collection point for the ChoiceConnect Fixed Network. The CCU reads data from Itron electricity meters, gas endpoints, and water endpoints and gathers consumption, daily, or hourly meter reads, and other information from endpoints and communicates it back to the utility over a public or private network. When used with the Fixed Network Repeater 100, the coverage territory per CCU 100 is extended. It also manages the collection, processing, and storage of endpoint data and can support two-way functionality to the endpoint. Equipped with a backup battery, the adaptable design of the CCU 100 allows for a wide range of installation options, utilizing either AC or solar power. The Repeater 100 is used to extend the range of the CCU and add communication reliability and redundancy between endpoints and collectors. Installed on towers, buildings, poles, or other structures, the Repeater 100 collects meter data from Itron electricity meters, gas endpoints, and water endpoints and relays the meter data to collectors within the network. This makes the ChoiceConnect 100 Fixed Network cost-effective by reducing the number of required collectors. Important! Proper installation of the CCU/Repeater ensures trouble-free operation of the Itron Fixed Network system. The installation of both the collector and the repeater must be done by professional installers. Documentation Conventions This document uses the following conventions. Convention Key presses are in bold. Menu paths are in bold. Computer commands to be typed by the user are in a monospace font. File names are in a monospace font. Example Click OK to finish. Select Start > File > Save As. At the C: prompt, type cd itron/bin The data is uploaded to the upload.dat file Note: A note indicates neutral or positive information that stresses or supplements important points of the main text. A note supplies information that may apply only in special cases. Tip: A tip helps users apply the techniques and procedures described in the text to their specific needs. A tip is not essential to the basic understanding of the text. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 13 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 1 Before You Begin Caution: A caution advises users that failure to take or avoid a specified action could result in a loss of data. Warning! A warning advises users that failure to take or avoid a specified action could result in physical harm to the user or the hardware. Related Documents For more information about CCUs/repeaters and the Fixed Network, see the following guides:
Network Collection Engine User Guide Motorola R56 Manual--Standards and Guidelines for Communication Sites Available from Motorola, this manual illustrates industry best practices for mounting and grounding antenna systems, and routing antenna cables into buildings. Use this guide as a reference when remotely mounting the 915 MHz antenna. See also the following appendixes in this guide:
Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure on page 94 Grounding Specifications on page 103 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 14 of 133 2CCU/Repeater Basics Water tower or communications tower Wood, concrete, or metal utility pole Wall (indoor or outdoor) Pipe or mast (between 2 and 3.5 inches in diameter) Roof Other vertical structures The CCU 100 and the Repeater 100 are configurable for the following installation locations:
Integrated mounting and coupling brackets secure the device in high winds and under heavy ice loads. If you have any concerns about your CCU/repeater mounting location, consult a professional engineer. The CCU 100 also supports an optional solar power kit. Kits are sized by peak sun hour calculations which vary regionally across the country. The kit includes solar panels and a large battery backup unit. Size and weights vary by package type (based on peak sun hours). A collector or repeater consists of a number of components in a single weatherproof device. Electrical components are encased in a plastic enclosure that provides double insulation and a high level of safety for the installer. Caution Only authorized Itron personnel may open this device. Unauthorized access or modifications to this device voids the warranty. Per FCC and ISED rules, unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CCU Configuration A Fixed Network system administrator must configure each CCU 100 before it can be installed in the field. Verify with your supervisor or the system administrator that all CCUs are configured before you attempt to install them. For more information about CCU configuration, see the ChoiceConnect Fixed Network CCU 100 Initial Configuration Guide. CCU/Repeater Components The CCU 100 and Repeater 100 come in two basic configurations; they have either an internal GPS antenna (recommended) or local GPS/WAN antenna. The 915 MHz antenna may be mounted directly on the CCU/repeater (recommended) or it may be mounted remotely. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 15 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 2 CCU/Repeater Basics Only an external GPS connection is provided in the Repeater 100. A WAN modem is not present in a repeater. Since the collector or repeater may be installed in an outdoor environment, each component of the collector or repeater is weather-tight and can withstand wind requirements in excess of 100 MPH. Note: When determining the configuration of the collector or repeater, be sure to review the Fixed Network 100 Ordering Guide for specific part numbers, cable lengths, and various options for the components. CCU/Repeater Module The collector or repeater case houses the backup battery, GPS receiver, optional WAN radio, processing board, and 915 MHz radio. The antennas for the radios can be either internally connected, which is recommended, or externally connected, depending on the CCU/repeater configuration. Caution Only authorized Itron personnel may open this device. Unauthorized access or modifications to this device voids the warranty. Per FCC and ISED rules, unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The following illustration shows a CCU without the connectors for external GPS/WAN antennas. Item Description Collector or repeater module 1 2 915 MHz antenna Processes data from the antennas and relays it on to the Fixed Network Application Software. Only authorized Itron personnel may open this module. This 915 MHz antenna receives messages from and sends messages to endpoints and repeaters in the network. The connection for this antenna is a Type N female. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 16 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 2 CCU/Repeater Basics Item Description Collector or repeater label Power connector 3 4 7 8
Displays the collector identification number, model number, and other associated information. Supplies power to the collector or repeater module. AC mains, DC, or solar power options are available. A three pin cable connects the collector or repeater to the mains supply. A two pin cable connects the collector or repeater to a DC supply. A five pin cable connects the collector or repeater to the solar system. 5 Ground lug 6 Ethernet The ground lug is provided on both the CCU and the repeater. Attach the ground lug to earth ground if there is no ground wire available with the three-conductor power cable, or when you are using a photocell adapter. This ground helps protect the internal circuitry from high voltage transient events. The ground lug accepts AWG minimum wire size 14, and maximum wire size 4. The recommended wire is #10 BTCW. Connects the collector or repeater to the Ethernet backhaul. Also used to connect the collector or repeater to a router for initial collector setup. Mating weatherproof cables are available from Itron. These cables are sealed industrial Ethernet circular IP67 connectors (CONEC). Note A waterproof cap seals the Ethernet port from the elements in the field. Be sure to securely attach the cap once the collector is installed. This indicator displays the current operational status of the collector or repeater. For more information, see Status Indicator for more information. Removal of this door allows access to the replaceable battery pack. Status indicator Battery Door
(Not shown) External GPS antenna connector. This female SMA connector is only on the external antenna CCU/repeater. Use this connector when mounting the GPS antenna externally. External WAN antenna connector. This female N connector is only on the external antenna CCU. Use this connector when mounting the WAN antenna externally. Local GPS/WAN Antenna System The external antenna collector or repeater configuration uses a GPS/WAN antenna kit connected to the collector or repeater by one or two separate pieces of coaxial cable. Cables are not included in the kit. The WAN antenna is only connected in CCU installations that use a wide area network backhaul system. The GPS antenna is used in all deployments of this system. You must install the antennas in a location that allows reception of GPS and WAN signals. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 17 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 2 CCU/Repeater Basics Itron recommends using a handheld GPS unit to verify your GPS antenna mounting location can receive a signal from at least three satellites. For more information, see GPS and WAN Coverage on page 22. Caution: You must install the external GPS antenna in a vertical orientation, and the antenna must have an unobstructed view of the southern sky (North America and Europe) to properly receive a GPS signal. The external GPS/WAN antenna system is shown below. Item Description 1 2 3 4 External GPS antenna Receives GPS data from orbiting satellites. The cable connection on the bottom of this antenna is TNC female. Mounting bracket Attaches the antenna to your desired mounting location. Antenna masts Provide support for the GPS and WAN antennas. Cables for each antenna are routed through the masts. Clamps on the front of the mounting bracket secure the masts. External WAN antenna (CCU only) Provides the wide-area network (WAN) signal for the CCU. The repeater does not use this antenna. The cable connection on the bottom of this antenna is N female. 915 MHz Antenna The 915 MHz antenna transmits and receives data messages from endpoints and repeaters in the network. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 18 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 2 CCU/Repeater Basics There are several possible antenna configurations that can be used for the 915 MHz radio link. The antenna models allowed on a specific model of CCU or Repeater depend on the unit's Hardware Version Identification Number (HVIN) printed on the regulatory label. For more information, see Antennas on page 76. The following list describes some of the possible 915 MHz antenna configurations. A standard vertically polarized antenna (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) directly attached to the collector or repeater. A standard vertically polarized antenna (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) mounted remotely. A high-gain vertically polarized remote antenna (8.15 dBi) mounted remotely in place of the direct attached solution. Warning! Do not install an 8.15 dBi antenna directly on the CCU or Repeater. Antenna installation directly on the CCU will compromise mechanical integrity and will not meet the compliance requirement for a loss of 2.2 dB between the CCU or Repeater and the 8.15 dBi antenna. You must properly ground remote antennas during installation. When a remote antenna is used, a lightning arrestor is recommended. Coaxial cable that is used to connect the remote 915 MHz antenna to the collector or repeater must be properly grounded. For more information, see Lightning Arrestor on page 27. All coaxial cable connections must be weather-proofed per industry standards, unless otherwise specified. When the collector or repeater is ordered with a remote 915 MHz antenna kit, some associated mounting hardware is included. Coaxial cables for the remote 915 MHz antennas are not included in the kit. The installer must provide these cables. For coaxial cable specifications, see Coaxial Cable on page 29. For more information, refer to the following sections:
12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 19 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 2 CCU/Repeater Basics Antenna Specifications on page 4 915 MHz Antenna on page 18 Grounding the Antenna System on page 25 Performing an Antenna Sweep Test on page 88 Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure on page 94 Grounding Specifications on page 103 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 20 of 133 3Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation This chapter describes how to prepare for a collector or repeater installation. Installation Profiles Location Utility pole Light pole You can install the collector or repeater in a variety of configurations and locations. Depending on the installation location, you can:
Install the CCU or repeater components in the same location (as an integrated solution). This is the recommended configuration. Install the GPS/WAN antennas externally from the collector or repeater. Install the 915 MHz antenna remotely (as a distributed solution). For example, you can install the collector or repeater at the base of a water tower, mount the external GPS/WAN antenna system further away for optimum reception, and place the 915 MHz antenna at the top of the water tower. The following profiles were identified for CCU installation. Description The collector or repeater is installed on a utility pole. Mount the collector or repeater as high as possible on the pole for optimum reception. The collector or repeater is installed on either a light pole or the davit arm that extends from the light pole. Mount the collector or repeater as high as possible on the pole for optimum reception. Outdoor wall or pipe with remote 915 MHz antenna The collector or repeater is installed on an outside wall or pipe with the 915 MHz antenna remotely mounted to achieve the maximum elevation and reception. Indoor wall or pipe with remote 915 MHz antenna and external GPS/WAN antennas The collector or repeater is installed inside an equipment room with the 915 MHz antenna remotely mounted to achieve maximum elevation and reception. The WAN (or other digital cellular) and GPS antenna are externally mounted to provide acceptable coverage. Pipe or mast The collector or repeater is secured to a pipe or fence railing (from 2 to 3.5 inches in diameter). This type of installation typically occurs on the tops of water towers. For more information about these profiles, as well as the Itron-recommended profile, see Attaching the Collector or Repeater on page 37. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 21 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation Siting Collectors or Repeaters Collectors or repeaters are installed in the field on a variety of surfaces, such as wooden or metal walls, metal pipes, fence railing, and utility poles. When you are determining the placement of the collector or repeater, the following are primary considerations:
Site for optimum RF reception. Site for optimum GPS and/or WAN reception. Ethernet connection availability (if required). Power connection availability. Structure or location present that can physically support the collector or repeater and its mounting hardware. Caution: Always ensure you have permission to install a collector or repeater at the selected site prior to beginning installation. If you have questions or need assistance, contact Itron's Joint Use Team. Propagation Study and Collector or Repeater Site Selection Before you install a collector or repeater in the field, contact Itron to perform a propagation study. A propagation study is performed for the following reasons:
Evaluates the quantity and types of endpoints in the network. Assesses environmental and geographical considerations related to a collector or repeater installation. a given surface. Optimizes collector or repeater placement in the network for the best possible reception. Helps influence the physical and structural implications of mounting a collector or repeater to Once the propagation study is complete, you can determine the exact collector or repeater installation location and the collector or repeater mounting surface. This is an iterative process that may need to be repeated, depending on the final installation types and heights. GPS and WAN Coverage You must install collectors or repeaters in locations where a GPS signal is strong and consistent. If WAN is being used as the communications backhaul for the network, a strong and consistent WAN signal is required (for collectors only). If the signal is too weak, or its availability fluctuates, the collector cannot gather accurate date/time information or communicate with the Fixed Network software. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 22 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation Itron recommends using a handheld GPS unit to verify your collector, repeater, or external GPS antenna mounting location can receive a signal from at least three satellites. To ensure the best possible signal, avoid installing the collector, repeater, or external antennas in the following locations:
Adjacent to or between tall buildings, signs, towers, or bridges. Near swaying limbs, branches, or cables that could strike and damage the antenna. Between, beneath, or near highway overpasses, elevated train platforms, or tunnels. Near objects or devices attached to the same pole. Within 500 feet of high power radio frequency (RF) transmitters (such as paging transmitters, cellular transmitters, and municipal communications transmitters). Note: Typically, maintaining a 10-foot vertical separation from other transmitters allows for a co-location type of installation. Near potential broadband sources of radiated RF energy (such as power line transformers, RADAR transmitters, cellular antennas, and neon or fluorescent signs). Inside metal enclosures (an antenna will not communicate if it is surrounded by metal) or inside a building. The collector or repeater can be installed in a building or other metal enclosure, but the antennas must be installed externally. Warning! Before installing a collector or repeater near or on the same pole as a transformer, consult the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), local utilities, municipalities, and cable and telephone companies for recommended distances from transformers and power lines. AC Service Requirements The collector or repeater must be powered by a 90-265 VAC source defined as a maximum 15 amp branch circuit (a minimum 15 amp branch circuit for TCU 100s), and the collector or repeater must be protected by a certified branch circuit breaker. Do not connect the collector or repeater to a circuit protected by a GFCI breaker. Size the wiring in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and, where applicable, the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1 or the prevailing local code. For more information on these options, see AC Mains Power on page 28, DC Mains Power on page 29, or Solar Powered Installation on page 61. External Ethernet Connections If the Ethernet is used as the communications backhaul, the collector installation site must have Ethernet access. Also, be sure to use weatherproof cables in this type of installation. If the collector is not on the same subnet as the database server, additional network configurations are necessary. See Port and Protocol Requirements on page 80. Network 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 23 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation functionality, specifically on-demand reads, adaptive channel planning, list management, and endpoint type exclusion, are affected if the database server cannot initiate communication to the collector. Caution: If you use Ethernet as the communications backhaul, the collector must be identified as Ethernet-based when performing the initialcollector configuration. Failure to identify the collector as Ethernet-based prohibits the collector from communicating with the Network CollectionEngine. Remote 915 MHz Antenna Placement Antenna placement is one of the most important factors in determining your overall system performance. Careful consideration must be given to proper antenna placement. Follow the general guidelines below when determining the ideal location for a remote-mounted 915 MHz antenna. Mount the antenna vertically. Mount the antenna in a location where there is a clear, unobstructed, 360-degree view of the horizon. The antenna receives and transmits in all directions. Objects like building walls, nearby metal surfaces, or other obstructions will interfere with the proper operation of the antenna. Do not mount the antenna on a rooftop where nearby buildings are higher than the installation location. Do not mount the antenna near existing RF radiating antennas. If existing RF radiators are nearby, the horizontal separation distance to the radiator must be a minimum of 100 feet and/or 10 feet of vertical separation. In instances where nearby RF radiators are present, conduct an intermodulation interference study to evaluate the potential for interference and any effects it may have on system performance. Consult your Itron systems engineer for more information. Height is preferred for optimal performance. Itron recommends you install the antenna no higher than 100 feet. If the antenna is going to be more than 100 feet above the collector, Itron recommends using a Tower CCU 100. A side arm antenna installation must be done if the 915 MHz antenna is mounted where it does not have an unobstructed 360-degree view. Refer to the following guidelines for a side arm antenna installation. For the 915 MHz antenna the minimum standoff distance is 24 inches, where the interfering structural members are four inches or less in diameter and spaced more than eight feet apart. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 24 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation For structural members between 4 and 10 inches in diameter, use a sliding scale of 2 to 5 feet. (For example, a 24-inch standoff at 4-inch diameter to a 60-inch standoff at 10-inch member diameter.) Inform Itron about any conditions that may impact the collector or repeater performance. Grounding the Antenna System To minimize the potential for a lightning event, it is essential that remote/external antenna systems be properly grounded. Proper grounding prevents the accumulation of static charges on the antenna system, and also provides a direct discharge to ground for any acquired charges. All grounding materials and procedures must meet or exceed local codes. Use coaxial grounding kits recommended by the coaxial cable manufacturer. Warning! Under no circumstances should the antenna grounding wires be run inside a building. Always install ground bars and grounding material on the building'sexterior. Grounding an Antenna System 1. Mount a copper ground bar near the antenna. This is the top ground bar. 2. Mount a second copper ground bar near the collector or repeater. This is the bottom ground bar. copper wire. 3. Connect the two ground bars with a #6 gauge green jacketed stranded wire or a #2 solid 4. Ground the antenna mount and the top coaxial ground kit to the top ground bar. 5. Ground the bottom coaxial ground kit and the lightning arrestor to the bottom ground bar. 6. Connect the bottom ground bar to one or more earth ground rods. 7. All ground wires should be connected straight to ground, with no right angle turns or sharp bends in the wires. 8. Install ground leads on coaxial grounding kits without loops or bends. 9. Install grounding kits in the proper orientation per the manufacturer's specifications. For more information about grounding and bonding, see Grounding Specifications on page 103. 915 MHz Antenna The 915 MHz antenna transmits and receives data messages from endpoints and repeaters in the network. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 25 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation There are several possible antenna configurations that can be used for the 915 MHz radio link. The antenna models allowed on a specific model of CCU or Repeater depend on the unit's Hardware Version Identification Number (HVIN) printed on the regulatory label. For more information, see Antennas on page 76. The following list describes some of the possible 915 MHz antenna configurations. A standard vertically polarized antenna (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) directly attached to the collector or repeater. A standard vertically polarized antenna (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) mounted remotely. A high-gain vertically polarized remote antenna (8.15 dBi) mounted remotely in place of the direct attached solution. Warning! Do not install an 8.15 dBi antenna directly on the CCU or Repeater. Antenna installation directly on the CCU will compromise mechanical integrity and will not meet the compliance requirement for a loss of 2.2 dB between the CCU or Repeater and the 8.15 dBi antenna You must properly ground remote antennas during installation. When a remote antenna is used, a lightning arrestor is recommended. Coaxial cable that is used to connect the remote 915 MHz antenna to the collector or repeater must be properly grounded. For more information, see Lightning Arrestor on page 27. All coaxial cable connections must be weather-proofed per industry standards, unless otherwise specified. When the collector or repeater is ordered with a remote 915 MHz antenna kit, some associated mounting hardware is included. Coaxial cables for the remote 915 MHz antennas are not included in the kit. The installer must provide these cables. For coaxial cable specifications, see Coaxial Cable on page 29. For more information, refer to the following sections:
12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 26 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation Antenna Specifications on page 4 Remote 915 MHz Antenna Placement on page 24 Grounding the Antenna System on page 25 Performing an Antenna Sweep Test on page 88 Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure on page 94 Grounding Specifications on page 103 Lightning Arrestor Install a lightning arrestor (or surge protector) capable of withstanding multiple lightning strikes when you are using a remote/external antenna. This helps protect the collector or repeater in the event of a lightning strike. The lightning arrestor is fitted between the coaxial antenna cable and the RF jumper cable that connects to the collector or repeater module. It includes a bulkhead connector interface that mounts to a ground plate with a washer and nut. The arrestor is also furnished with a ground lug, if your installation does not have provisions for a ground plate. The ground lug on the arrestor is designed for #2 AWG solid or stranded wire. Caution: The lightning arrestor must be connected to an earth-ground. The ground lug is manufactured by AMP/Tyco Electronics (part number 320754) and is designed for #2 AWG solid or stranded wire (0.257-inch to 0.335-inch diameter). The lug must be properly crimped (never soldered) to the wire using SOLISTRAND tooling designed for the lug. The following figure details a proper crimp. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 27 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation 1 Center the crimps. 2 3 4 Crimps may be off-center, but not off the end of the wire barrel. Ensure the AWG wire size you are using matches the wire range or size stamped on the terminal or the splice and dies. Ensure the insulation does not enter the wire barrel. Ensure the wire is visible through the inspection hole of the butt splices. The wire must be flush with or extend slightly beyond the end of the terminal wire barrel. AC Mains Power The top and bottom ends of the coaxial cable attached to the tower should be electrically grounded with kits for lightning protection. The antenna input connection cannot serve as the top ground point. For cable lengths in excess of 200 feet, ground the vertical cable run every 100 feet. Note: When a remote/external antenna is used, the installer must supply any mounting brackets and cable-management clips to secure the coaxial cable to the tower or structure. Consult your cable manufacturer for specifications on proper clips and grounding kits. Conduit clamps and tie wraps are not satisfactory methods forsecuring coaxial cables. For a remote 915 MHz installation with a high gain antenna, a lightning arrestor is supplied by Itron in the CCU 100 or Repeater 100 kit materials. The AC mains wiring to the collector or repeater utilizes a three conductor cable. Terminate this cable with either a NEMA L5-15 (125V, 15A) or a NEMA L6-15 (250V, 15A) locking plug to meet local electrical codes. The collector or repeater must be powered by a 90-265 VAC source defined as a maximum 15 amp branch circuit and must be protected by a certified branch circuit breaker. TCU 100s require a minimum 15 amp branch circuit breaker. Do not connect the collector or repeater to a circuit protected by a GFCI breaker. Size the wiring in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and, where applicable, the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1 or the prevailing local code. Power wiring on the Itron-supplied power cable follows conventional color coding for AC wiring: green (ground), white (neutral), black
(hot). Warning ! Securely mount the collector or repeater before connecting the dedicated AC mains power source. You must ground the collector or repeater by using either the ground wire in the three conductor cable, or the grounding lug on the bottom of the collector or repeater. For installations that use the photocell adapter, the grounding lug must be used to ground the CCU. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 28 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation DC Mains Power DC wiring to the collector or repeater utilizes a two conductor cable. Connect the CCU to a 10A DC circuit breaker or fuse. Wire the Itron-supplied two conductor cable by attaching the red wire to a +12V source. Attach the black wire to ground. Materials Not Provided by Itron The following materials are not provided by Itron in the collector or repeater kit, but are required for installation. Please acquire these items prior to beginning an installation. Coaxial Cable on page 29 (for remote/external antennas) Antenna Connectors on page 31 Mounting Hardware on page 31 Coaxial Cable When you are mounting the remote/external antennas, you must supply coaxial cable to connect the antenna to the collector or repeater. The required cable size is dependent on the total cable length and frequency. Coaxial cable also requires proper hoisting grips, ground kits, connectors, jumpers, hangers, and weather proofing material. Coaxial cable and accessories are not provided by Itron. You must install and test coaxial cable systems according to the manufacturer's specifications. Itron recommends using qualified radio installation contractors to install and test the remote/external antenna system. All coaxial cable connections must be properly weather-proofed per industry standards unless otherwise specified. This includes any connections for the antennas and the collector or repeater. Refer to the Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure on page 94 to verify that the coax and antenna are correctly installed. Remote Mount Standard (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) 915 MHz Antenna on a Standard CCU/Repeater When selecting cable for the remote mount 915 MHz antenna on the standard (non-tower) collector or repeater, total cable loss cannot exceed 1.5 dB to maintain system performance. Allow 0.1 dB loss for each connector. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 29 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation Remote Mount High Gain (8.15dBi) 915 MHz Antenna on a Standard Collector or Repeater Warning! Do not install an 8.15 dBi antenna directly on the CCU or Repeater. Antenna installation directly on the CCU will compromise mechanical integrity and will not meet the compliance requirement for a loss of 2.2 dB between the CCU or Repeater and the 8.15 dBi antenna. The following Coaxial Specifications table lists several options for coaxial cable that can be used with the remote mount high gain 915 MHz antenna. When a high gain antenna is installed on a standard collector or repeater, follow the FCC and ISED set limits for the maximum transmit power of the collector or repeater. To meet FCC and ISED limits, standard collectors or repeaters must have a minimum of 2.2 dB worth of loss (but not more than 3.5 dB) between the collector or repeater and the antenna. Allow 0.1 dB loss for each connector. If required, you may use a 1 dB attenuator (similar to the Pasternack PE7002-1) to attain the desired power at the antenna for short coaxial cable runs. Remote Mount High Gain (8.15 dBi) 915 MHz Antenna on a Tower CCU The following Coaxial Specification table lists several options for coaxial cable that can be used with the remote mount high gain 915 MHz antenna. When a high gain antenna is installed on a tower collector, follow the FCC and ISED set limits for the maximum transmit power of the collector. To meet these limits, tower collectors must have a minimum of 2.2 dB worth of loss (but not more than 3.5 dB) between the tower cabinet and the antenna. Install all other tower collectors with minimum cable loss. Allow 0.1 dB loss for each connector. If required, you may use a 1 dB attenuator (similar to the Pasternack PE7002-1) to attain the desired power at the antenna. Coax Specification 0-100' ft. 0-120 ft. 121-200 ft. (high- gain antenna only) 201-250 ft. (high- gain antenna only) Total Coaxial length Standard black jacket cable LMR-400-
DB Optional fire retardant cable LMR-400-
FR Cable diameter
(nominal) AVA5-50 AVA6-50 AVA7-50 AVA5RK-50 AVA6RK-50 AVA7RK-50 0.405 in. 7/8 in. 1-1/4 in. 1-5/8 in. Cable weight (lb./ft.) 0.068 0.33 Minimum bend radius 1 in. 10 in. 0.46 8 in. 0.70 15 in. Cable attenuation @
915 MHz 2.2 dB/57 ft.
~ 1.2 dB/100 ft.
~ 0.84 dB/100 ft.
~0.70 dB/100 ft. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 30 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation External GPS and WAN Antennas The primary requirement for any coaxial cable used with the external GPS or WAN antenna is to have less than 5 dB of attenuation at 1.5 to 1.8 GHz for the entire length of cable, including connector losses. You may use any type of 50 ohm coaxial cable as long as the total loss, including connectors, is less than 5 dB at 1.5 to 1.8 GHz. Itron recommends using regular 1/2" coax or Times Microwave LMR-400. If the antennas are mounted in an exposed outdoor environment, you must provide lightning protection and proper grounding. For more information on lightning protection and grounding, see Lightning Arrestor on page 27, Grounding the Antenna System on page 25, and the Motorola R-56 guidelines. Antenna Sweep Test After remote antenna installation, perform an antenna system sweep test and verify the VSWR
(voltage standing wave ratio) does not exceed 1.5:1. For more information, see Performing an Antenna Sweep Test on page 88 and the Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure on page 94. Caution: All coaxial cable used to connect an antenna to the collector or repeater must be properly grounded at the top and bottom of the coaxial line. Additionally, any cable lengths of 200 feet or greater must be grounded each 100 feet. For more information, see Lightning Arrestor on page 27. Antenna Connectors Connectors for the 915 MHz and WAN antenna cables must be male type N connectors, and must be sized according to the type of coaxial cable used. The GPS cable requires TNC male and SMA male connectors. These connectors are available from a variety of manufacturers. Important! All coaxial cable connections must be properly weather-proofed per industry standards unless otherwise specified. Mounting Hardware Depending on your installation location and configuration, the installer must supply the following mounting hardware to properly attach the collector or repeater to the mounting surface. Caution: Since each installation is unique, you must ensure the mounting hardware securely supports the collector or repeater. The collector or repeater (minus attachment hardware) weighs 7 pounds. Itron recommends consulting with a qualified engineer to verify load requirements and safety issues. Also, be sure to check and comply with local codes when installing the collector or repeater. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 31 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 3 Planning a CCU/Repeater Installation Profile Utility pole Suggested hardware/sizing High-strength stainless steel straps. Light pole Steel light pole High-strength stainless steel straps Outdoor wall or pole with remote 915 MHz antenna 1/4 inch-20 lag screws or 1/4 inch-20 molly bolts Indoor wall or pole with remote 915 MHz antenna and external GPS/WAN antennas Profile Pipe High-strength stainless steel straps 1/4 inch-20 lag screws or 1/4 inch-20 molly bolts High-strength stainless steel straps Suggested hardware/sizing Two pipe mount brackets for pipes up to 3.5 inches in diameter, supplied by Itron (part number FAB-0192- 001, two brackets are required for each collector or repeater). Mounting surface Wood or steel pole Concrete, wood, or steel wall Wood or steel pole Concrete, wood, sheetrock, or steel wall Wood or steel pole Mounting surface 2.5 inch to 3.5 inch galvanized steel pipe 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 32 of 133 4Installing the Collector or Repeater This chapter provides the instructions to install a collector or repeater in the field, using the Itron-
recommended installation method. The collector or repeater can be installed in a variety of ways. This chapter provides several different collector or repeater installation profiles for both mains powered and solar powered collectors or repeaters. Warning! Before installing a collector or repeater, ensure that the selected location can support the weight of the collector or repeater and mounting hardware. A thorough structural analysis should be performed by a registered professional engineer at your desired location prior to installation. Itron is not responsible for improper installations or for installations at a site that cannot adequately support the collector or repeater. Do not install an 8.15 dBi antenna directly on the CCU or Repeater. Antenna installation directly on the CCU will compromise mechanical integrity and will not meet the compliance requirement for a loss of 2.2 dB between the CCU or Repeater and the 8.15 dBi antenna. Installation Overview The following Itron-recommended collector or repeater installation profile describes the procedure for mounting the collector or repeater to a 2-inch diameter vertical pipe. A 110V source supplies mains power to the collector or repeater. There are several tasks in this installation profile. Each task is described in more detail in the following sections. Caution: Prior to installing a collector in the field, be sure to configure it as described in the the CCU 100 Collector Configuration Guide. A collector cannot be configured after it has been installed in the field. Repeaters do not require pre-installation configuration. 1. Attach the external GPS/WAN antennas (if necessary). 2. Direct Mount Standard (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) 915 MHz Antenna on page 34 (if necessary). 3. Attach the CCU/repeater to the mounting surface. 4. Cables on page 45. 5. Battery on page 50. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 33 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Caution: Do not move or transport the collector without first disconnecting power. Moving or tilting a collector with the power connected may cause the collector to reset to the factory image. 6. Power on page 52. 7. Performing an Antenna Sweep Test on page 88. Local GPS/WAN Antennas You can attach the external GPS and WAN antennas to pipes, poles, walls, and davit arms. The 3G and 4G pole mount assemblies are shown in the following graphics. 3G GPS/WAN Antenna 4G GPS/WAN Antenna Attaching the Local GPS/WAN Antennas 1. Assemble the antenna unit as described in the GPS/WAN Remote Antenna Mounting Kit Assembly Guide included with the GPS/WAN External Antenna Mounting Kit. 2. Attach the GPS/WAN antenna unit coaxial cable, as described in Connecting the Cables on page 45. Direct Mount Standard (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) 915 MHz Antenna Attach the direct mount 915 MHz antenna before mounting the collector or repeater in its permanent location. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 34 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Attaching the Direct Mount Standard (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) 915 MHz Antenna Warning! Do not install an 8.15 dBi antenna directly on the CCU or Repeater. Antenna installation directly on the CCU will compromise mechanical integrity and will not meet the compliance requirement for a loss of 2.2 dB between the CCU or Repeater and the 8.15 dBi antenna. 1. Slide the black rubber boot onto the base of the antenna as shown in the following illustration. 2. Screw the antenna onto the top of the collector or repeater. Be careful not to cross- thread the connectors. Do not over-tighten. 3. Push the rubber boot as close as possible to the top of the collector or repeater as shown in the following illustration. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 35 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 4. Slide the antenna sleeve over the antenna, ensuring the front of the antenna sleeve is toward the front of the collector or repeater. 5. Using the included screws and washers, screw the antenna sleeve to the top of the collector or repeater. Tighten the screws to 5 to 6 in/lbs. Antenna sleeve > flat washer > lock washer > screw 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 36 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Attaching the Collector or Repeater You may attach the collector or repeater to a variety of surfaces. See the following sections for diagrams showing some of the possible configurations. Pipe Mount on page 38 Pole Mount on page 40 Wall Mount on page 42 Davit Arm Mount on page 43 Mounting Hardware You can adapt the hardware set to mount the collector or repeater in many different locations. For pole or pipe mounts, the mounting hardware consists of a mounting plate, two brackets, four bolts, and a set screw. For a wall mount, use two metal brackets (not shown below), four mounting bolts, nuts, and lock washers to prepare the collector for mounting. Itron does not supply the hardware necessary to mount the wall mounting brackets to the wall. An integrated mounting support on the back of the collector or repeater enclosure slides into the slot in the center of the mounting bracket. A single set screw is used to lock the collector or repeater to the mounting bracket. Orientation of the enclosure may be adjusted +/- 16 degrees horizontal to compensate for different angles. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 37 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Pipe Mount The following image illustrates a typical vertical pipe installation. The collector or repeater may also be attached to a horizontal pipe. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 38 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Mounting the Collector or Repeater on a Pipe In the following illustration, the mounting plate is attached to the vertical pipe with the mounting brackets. The collector or repeater enclosure is secured to the mounting plate. 1. Using the two mounting brackets and four bolts, attach the mounting plate to the pipe. 2. Insert the mounting disc into the mounting plate keyhole. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 39 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 3. Using the provided set screw, secure the collector to the mounting plate with the antenna in the upright position. Pole Mount If the vertical pipe or pole exceeds 6.75 inches in diameter, you may use metal bands instead of the mounting brackets to secure the mounting plate to the pipe or pole. Two sets of slots (1.5 in. long) on the mounting plate are provided for the metal bands. It may be necessary to use the remote 915 MHz antenna kit to achieve optimum RF performance and GPS coverage if the pole obstructs the desired RF path. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 40 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Mounting the Collector or Repeater on a Pole 1. Attach the mounting disc to the back of the collector or repeater with the included parts in the following order. collector > mounting disk > flat washer > lock washer > bolt 2. Insert the mounting disc (on the back of the collector) into the mounting plate keyhole. 3. Using the provided set screw, secure the collector to the mounting plate with the antenna in the upright position. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 41 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 4. Using two steel straps, attach the mounting plate to the pole. Wall Mount The following image illustrates a wall mount installation. In this scenario, two brackets are secured to the collector or repeater and the entire assembly is attached to the wall. It may be necessary to use the remote 915 MHz antenna kit to achieve optimum RF performance and GPS coverage if the collector or repeater is mounted indoors, or if the wall obstructs the desired RF path. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 42 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Mounting the Collector or Repeater on a Wall 1. Remove the integrated mounting support (bolt, washer, lock washer, and mounting disk) from the back of the device. These parts are not used for this mounting configuration. 2. Using four bolts, secure the collector or repeater to the two wall mounting brackets with the antenna in the upright position. 3. Using four appropriate screws or bolts (not provided by Itron), attach the mounting brackets to the wall. Davit Arm Mount The following figure illustrates a typical utility pole or street light pole installation. The collector or repeater is mounted on a davit arm or the street light arm. Two types of power connections are typical. You may use a photocell adapter cable when the collector or repeater is mounted on a street light arm. This cable plugs into the photocell sensor of the street light. Use of the photocell adapter requires the collector or repeater be grounded using the grounding lug on the bottom of the collector or repeater. If the collector or repeater is mounted on a davit arm with no street light, the power cable must be connected according to local electrical codes. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 43 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Mounting the Collector or Repeater on a Davit Arm 1. Using the two mounting brackets and four bolts, attach the mounting plate to the davit arm. 2. Insert the mounting disc into the mounting plate keyhole. The following photos are shown off the davit arm for clarity. 3. Using the provided set screw, secure the collector to the mounting plate with the antenna in 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 44 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater the upright position. Cables Connect the remote/external antenna cables (if needed), Ethernet cable (if needed), and grounding wire. Due to the variable requirements for cable length, cables are not provided by Itron. Important! All coaxial cable connections must be properly weather-proofed per industry standards unless otherwise specified. (For an example, see Step 3 of the following procedure Connecting the Cables on page 45. If the collector or repeater is installed indoors, only the connections located outside need to be weather-proofed. Connecting the Cables 1. The GPS cable has an SMA connector on one end and a TNC connector on the other end. Connect the SMA connector end of the GPS antenna cable to the collector or repeater. Connect the TNC end of the GPS cable to the external GPS antenna. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 45 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 2. The WAN cable has an N connector on each end. Connect one end of the WAN antenna cable to the collector. Connect the other end of the cable to the external WAN antenna. Note: Repeaters do not use WAN antennas. 3. If you are using a remote 915 MHz antenna, attach the 915 MHz antenna cable to the connector on the top of the collector or repeater. This connection must be weatherproofed as described in the following steps. a. Attach the coaxial cable to the top of the collector. b. Wrap vinyl electrical tape around the connection starting at the collector and moving up the cable as shown in the following illustration. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 46 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater The vinyl electric tape provides a foundation for the butyl rubber sealant, making it easier to disconnect the cable. c. Wrap the vinyl electric tape up the coaxial cable overlapping each wrap as shown in the following illustrations. d. Wrap a layer of butyl rubber sealant over the vinyl electric tape. Ensure the butyl rubber extends past the vinyl tape and onto the cable jacket. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 47 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater e. Overlap the butyl rubber so there is no gap. The butyl rubber will self-vulcanize over time and the seam will disappear. f. Wrap vinyl electric tape around the butyl rubber starting at the CCU and moving up as you did in Step a. g. Continue wrapping the vinyl tape in a spiral back down to the collector. You now have two layers of vinyl tape covering the butyl rubber. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 48 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 4. If you are using an Ethernet backhaul, attach the Ethernet cable ensuring the weather- tight connector is properly secured. If the Ethernet connection is not used, secure the weatherproof cap. 5. Attach the grounding lug to earth ground according to local codes. Installing a Local 4G WAN Antenna Warning! Do not install an 8.15 dBi antenna directly on the CCU or Repeater. Antenna installation directly on the CCU will compromise mechanical integrity and will not meet the compliance requirement for a loss of 2.2 dB between the CCU or Repeater and the 8.15 dBi antenna. Attaching the Local 4G WAN Antenna 1. Remove the 4G WAN antenna from the main CCU shipping box. 2. Attach the 4G WAN antenna on the N-Connector on the bottom of the CCU labeled WAN. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 49 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Battery If you are installing a battery with a ferrite bead on the wires, as shown in the following illustration, follow the directions in Installing the Battery (Ferrite Bead) on page 51. If the battery does not have a ferrite bead on the wires, see Installing the Battery on page 50. Installing the Battery 1. Remove the battery cover by loosening the four screws securing it. These are captive screws. It is not necessary to fully remove the screws from the battery cover. 2. Plug in the four pin battery wiring harness. The harness should snap into place, providing a secure connection. 3. Slide the battery into the battery compartment. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 50 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 4. Replace the battery compartment cover, and torque the screws to 6 inch-pounds. Installing the Battery (Ferrite Bead) 1. Insert the battery connector into the connector on the CCU 100. 2. Align the edges of the ferrite bead with the edges of the recess in the battery well. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 51 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 3. Press the ferrite bead into the recess in the battery well and slide it down as far as it will go without putting stress on the connector. 4. Place the battery in the battery well as shown in the following graphic. 5. Replace the battery compartment cover and tighten the screws to 6 inch-pounds. Power The final step of the collector or repeater installation is to provide power to the equipment. Depending on the collector or repeater model, either a two pin cable (DC), three pin cable (AC), or a five pin cable (solar) is required. Caution: Caution Do not move or tilt the collector for one minute after connecting power. Moving or tilting a collector too soon after connecting power causes the factory software and configuration to be loaded. Warning! Securely mount the collector or repeater before connecting the dedicated AC mains power source. The collector or repeater must be grounded by either the ground wire in the three conductor cable, or the grounding lug on the bottom of the equipment. For installations that use the photocell adapter, the grounding lug must be used to ground the collector. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 52 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Providing Power 1. Plug the appropriate cable in to the collector or repeater. Note: The connector is keyed so the cable can connect in only one orientation. 2. Securely fasten the power cable to the collector or repeater by tightening the retaining nut on the cable. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 53 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater CCU Installation Wiring Diagram Tower Installation Warning! Before installing a Tower CCU, ensure that the selected location can support the weight of the Tower CCU and mounting hardware. A thorough structural analysis should be performed by a registered professional engineer at location prior to installation. Itron is not responsible for improper installations or for installations at a site that cannot adequately support the Tower CCU. You must use 3/816 bolts to secure the enclosure to the pierced and slotted metal brackets. All coaxial cable connections must be properly weather-proofed per industry standards unless otherwise specified. This includes any connections for the antennas and the Tower CCU. If the Tower CCU is installed indoors, only the connections located outside must be weather-proofed. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 54 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Tower Installation Overview Important! To prevent exceeding the maximum EIRP set by the FCC and ISED, there must be at least 2.2 dB of loss between the antenna connector at the base of the tower cabinet and the high gain 915 MHz antenna. Do not exceed 3.5 dB of loss to maintain system performance. Only use the Itron-approved high gain antenna. Because of the size and weight of the Tower CCU, Itron recommends more than one person be present for the installation. For more information, see the Tower Enclosure CCU 100 Basic Installation Quick Reference
(TDC-0964-000). The Tower CCU 100 (TCU) installation differs significantly from other CCU 100 installation profiles in that the CCU 100 is installed within a cabinet enclosure at the base of a radio tower, and all of the antennas are mounted externally and remotely. The standard cabinet protects the hardware from adverse environmental conditions and provides easy access for servicing the TCU and its related components. The TCU may be installed in one of three configurations:
Pole mount. In this configuration, the TCU enclosure is attached to a large diameter pole
(3" to 12" diameter) with metal straps and pierced and slotted brackets (kit available from Itron). Pedestal mount. In this configuration, the TCU enclosure is mounted on a pedestal that is bolted to a stable and secure surface (kit available from Itron). 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 55 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Wall/H-Frame mount. In this configuration, the TCU is bolted to a stable and secure vertical surface, such as a wall or h-frame, with 3/816 (min) bolts and pierced and slotted brackets
(no kit). The TCU box comes preassembled except for the CCU. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 56 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Caution: Prior to installing a CCU in the field, be sure to configure it as described in the CCU 100 Collector Configuration Guide. A CCU cannot be configured after it has been installed in the field. Repeaters do not require pre-installation configuration. TCU Components Surge protection devices (SPDs), receptacle, terminal blocks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RF Filter Battery Collector mounting plate Roxtec block Wiring diagram Document holder Fan Air filters There are two air filters, one shown at (8) and another behind the fan (9). 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 57 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Assembling the Tower CCU 100 Important! This unit must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code and with all local codes. Provide power to the cabinet using electrical conduit. Itron recommends using a knockout punch and die (such as a Greenlee Slug-
Buster) to punch the appropriate sized hole in the bottom of the cabinet. 1. Attach the TCU to the TCU mounting plate. a. Insert the TCU mounting disc into the mounting plate keyhole. b. Slide the TCU down until you feel it click into place. 2. Connect the cable from the TCU to the RF filter. 3. Connect the ground wire to the TCU. 4.
(Optional) Connect the Ethernet cable to the TCU and the top of the 10/100 BT SPD. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 58 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Feed the external Ethernet cable through the Roxtec block and connect it to the bottom of the 10/100 BT SPD. Instructions for using a Roxtec Block are supplied in the TCU cabinet. 5. Connect the battery to the connector on the battery door of the TCU. The battery door connection is only present on collectors designed for TCU installations. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 59 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 6. Feed the GPS and WAN (if required) antenna cables through the Roxtec block and connect them to the TCU. 7. Connect the power cable to the TCU. 8. For instructions on installing the antennas, see Local GPS/WAN Antennas on page 34. 9. Connect power to the cabinet. See the wiring diagram on the inside of the cabinet door. Provide power to the cabinet using electrical conduit. Itron recommends using a knockout punch and die (such as a Greenlee Slug-Buster) to punch the appropriate sized hole in the bottom of the cabinet. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 60 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Tower CCU Wiring Installation Diagram Solar Powered Installation The solar collector or repeater is mounted like other collectors and repeaters, but the power comes from the solar cabinet which houses the solar controller and batteries. The following picture shows a typical solar installation with a TCU 100. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 61 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Warning! Before installing a collector or repeater, ensure that the selected location can support the weight of the collector or repeater, mounting hardware, solar panels, and batteries. A thorough structural analysis should be performed by a registered professional engineer at your desired location prior to installation. Itron is not responsible for improper installations or for installations, at a site that cannot adequately support the collector or repeater. Because of the size and weight of the solar system, Itron recommends more than one person is present for the installation. Sunwize Solar Panel Wiring Legend The following diagram illustrates how an Itron Sunwize solar panel system must be wired to connect to the collector or repeater. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 62 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Assembling the Solar CCU 100 1. Mount the solar panels and battery box as described in the Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual supplied with the solar system. 2. Set the photovoltaic (PV) array's tilt and azimuth to the angles recorded in the design specifications provided by Itron. The Array Tilt value is the angle of the array from horizontal. The Array Azimuth value is the angle of the array clockwise from true north. The following diagram illustrates tilt and azimuth angles. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 63 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater If you do not have the design specifications at the installation site, see Setting the Array Tilt and Array Azimuth Angles Using the PVWatts Website on page 65. 3. Wire the five-conductor power cable to the solar cabinet, as shown in the Solar Installation Wiring Diagram on page 66. Use the watertight grommet supplied with the solar cabinet. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 64 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Red. Collector or repeater power +
Black. Collector or repeater power -
Green. Low battery indicator Orange. Solar ID_1 White. Solar ID_2 4. Mount the collector or repeater in the desired location. Note: The supplied power cable from the solar battery box to the CCU/repeater is only 12 feet long. 5. Place the 12V battery in the battery box. 6. Connect a ground wire to the collector grounding lug. 7. If required, connect the antenna and Ethernet cables to the CCU/repeater. For instructions on installing the antennas, see Local GPS/WAN Antennas on page 34. 8. Connect the power cable to the CCU. Setting the Array Tilt and Array Azimuth Angles Using the PVWatts Website 1. Go to http://gisatnrel.nrel.gov/PVWatts_Viewer/index.html. 2. Type the Zipcode, the Address, or the Coordinates for the solar installation and click Go. 3. Click Send to PVWatts. 4. Ensure the Array Type is set to Fixed Tilt. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 65 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 5. Set the photovoltaic (PV) array's tilt and azimuth to the angles shown on the PVWatts website. The Array Tilt value is the angle of the array from horizontal. The default value normally maximizes annual energy production. For information about the tilt angle, click Array Tilt. The Array Azimuth value is the angle of the array clockwise from true north. The default value normally maximizes energy production. For more information about the azimuth angle, click Array Azimuth. The following diagram illustrates tilt and azimuth angles. Solar Installation Wiring Diagram The following diagram shows a typical solar powered installation. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 66 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 67 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 4 Installing the Collector or Repeater Relocating a CCU or Repeater 1. Disconnect the AC power. Caution: Caution Do not disconnect the battery. 2. Relocate the CCU or the repeater. 3. Reconnect the AC power. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 68 of 133 5Battery Care and Maintenance This chapter provides instructions for performing field maintenance on the collector or repeater battery. The following sections describe storing and charging spare collector and repeater batteries, and replacing a collector or repeater battery in the field. Shipping Requirements Warning! Electrical fire hazardprotect against shorting. Terminals can short circuit and cause a fire if they are not insulated during shipping. Requirements for shipping batteries:
Batteries must be labeled "NON SPILLABLE" during shipping. Follow all federal shipping regulations. See CFR 49 Parts 171 through 180, available online at www.gpoaccess.gov. Batteries must have short circuit protection during shipping. Exposed terminals, connectors, or lead wires must be insulated with a durable inert material to prevent exposure during shipping. Failure to comply with these requirements can cause a fire during shipping and handling. Battery Storage and Charging To ensure maximum lifespan and efficiency from your collector or repeater batteries, Itron recommends the following storage and maintenance procedures. Long-Term Storage Batteries may be stored for up to two years at room temperature (25C or 77F), and then may be recharged with no loss in cell reliability or performance capabilities. The following storage time versus temperature chart is a plot of maximum storage time as a function of storage temperature. This curve shows the maximum number of days at any given temperature, from 10C (50F) to 65C (149F), for the battery to discharge from a fully charged state of about 6.42 volts (2.14 volts per cell) down to a zero charge state of 5.79 volts or (1.93 volts per cell). Do not allow the battery to discharge below 5.79 volts. A battery discharge below 5.79 volts may permanently damage the performance characteristics of the battery. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 69 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 5 Battery Care and Maintenance Itron recommends you conduct open circuit voltage audits every six months on batteries stored at or near 25C (77F). Recharge batteries when OCV readings approach 6 volts (2.00 volts per cell). Increase OCV audits if storage temperatures are significantly higher than 25C (77F) even for short durations. It is important to recognize the self-discharge rate of the battery is non-linear. The rate of self-
discharge changes as the battery's state of charge (SOC) changes. The time taken for a battery to discharge from a 100% SOC to 90% SOC is different from the time it takes to self-discharge from a 20% SOC to a 10% SOC. State of Charge The state of charge (SOC) of the battery can be approximated by using the curve shown in the following chart. This curve is accurate to within 20% of the true SOC of the cell under consideration, if it has not been charged or discharged within the past 24 hours. The curve is accurate to within 5% if the cell has not seen any activity, charge or discharge, for the past five days. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 70 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 5 Battery Care and Maintenance Charging the Battery You can charge spare collector and repeater batteries individually, or in groups, to save time. The charging of collector and repeater batteries requires the following items:
Power Sonic PSC-61000A-C charger Molex 39-01-4046 connector Collector or repeater batteries The recommended method for charging batteries is to utilize the Power Sonic PSC- 61000A-C charger. The Power Sonic charger requires modification so it can be plugged directly into the battery. This is done by retrofitting the output of the charger to a Molex 39-01-4046 connector with the red wire going to pin one and the black wire going to pin two of the connector. Follow the instructions that come with the charger for correct operation. After charging, the battery should be removed from the charger for at least 24 hours. After this time the open circuit voltage should be measured to verify it is at or above 6.4 volts. Note: Batteries in storage must be charged routinely for maximum shelf life. For more information, see Long-Term Storage on page 69 Battery Service Life All batteries have a variable service life, depending upon the type of cycle, environment, and charge to which the cell or battery is subjected during its life. There are two basic types of service life: cycle life and calendar life. The battery in the collector or repeater is called in to service only during power outages, so in this case only calendar (or float) life is applicable. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 71 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 5 Battery Care and Maintenance Calendar Life The design calendar (or float) life of the battery extends from eight to ten years at room temperature (25C/77F) under proper charging conditions. This design life was confirmed by the use of accelerated testing methods that are widely accepted by both manufacturers and users of sealed-lead batteries. High temperatures are used to accelerate the aging process of the battery under test. The float life of a cell is cut in half for roughly every 8C (14.4F) rise in ambient temperature. The example below shows the relationship between ambient temperature and float life for batteries that have a float life of ten years at 25C (77F). A ten year battery lasts for five years at 33C (91.4F) and only 2 years at 41C (105.8F). Preventative Maintenance Itron recommends a preventative maintenance cycle of a two-year replacement in extreme environments (average temperatures greater than 110F/44C), or five years in non- extreme environments (average temperatures less than 90F/31C). Replacing the Integrated Battery The following procedure describes the integrated battery replacement after the equipment is installed in the field. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 72 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide 5 Battery Care and Maintenance Warning! There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Always replace with Itron part number BAT-0045-005. For information on battery disposal or recycling, contact EnerSys at 1.800.363.7797 or recycling@enersys.com. Replacing the Battery 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by loosening the four screws securing it. 2. Slide the battery out of the battery compartment. 3. Carefully, disconnect the four pin connector. 4. Connect the new battery's four pin connector and route the cable and ferrite bead appropriately. 5. Slide the new battery into the battery compartment. 6. Replace the battery compartment cover, and torque the screws to 6 inch-pounds. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 73 of 133 ADetailed Collector or Repeater Specifications CCU or Repeater Dimensions and Weight Weight is shown in pounds and dimensions are shown in inches. Component CCU 100 or Repeater 100 TCU 100 AC tower unit External GPS/WAN antenna system Remote 915 MHz antenna system 915 MHz antenna (standard) Pole mounting kit Wall mounting kit Weight 7 lbs 76 lbs 6 lbs 3.5 lbs 1 lb 3 lbs 2 lbs 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 74 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide A Detailed Collector or Repeater Specifications The following illustration shows the dimensions for the optional pedestal unit. This unit ships with a gasket and fasteners to attach the cabinet to the pedestal. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 75 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide A Detailed Collector or Repeater Specifications Antennas For complete antenna specifications, see Antenna Specifications on page 4. For the latest antenna part numbers, see the Fixed Network 100 Ordering Guide or contact your Itron representative. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 76 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide A Detailed Collector or Repeater Specifications To reduce potential radio interference to other users, select an antenna type with gain such that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. Environmental Specifications The following environmental specifications are associated with a collector or repeater. Specification Value Operating temperature Components Storage temperature
-40 C to 85 C GPS/WAN antenna system: -33 C to 60 C CCU/repeater: -33 C to 60 C Note Batteries may be stored for up to two years at 25 C without periodic recharging. When batteries are stored at this temperature, conduct an open circuit voltage audit every six months. If the storage temperature is significantly higher than 25 C, increase the frequency of the audits. Humidity 0 to 90% non-condensing Transmitter Collector or repeater transmitter specifications are described in the following table. Specification Frequency Value 903.0 MHz to 926.8 MHz (USA) Diagnostic Radio Collector or repeater diagnostic radio specifications are described in the following table. Specification Type Frequency Bandwidth Specification Voltage (AC) Voltage (DC) Value IEEE 802.11b/g 2.4 GHz 20 MHz Value 90 VAC to 265 VAC
+12 VDC typical Collector or Repeater Power Operating Range 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 77 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide A Detailed Collector or Repeater Specifications Specification Value
+11.7 VDC minimum
+17.0 VDC maximum 47 Hz to 63 Hz 10 Watts (battery trickle charge) 50 Watts Frequency Average power Peak power Battery Pack The battery pack is contained in its own compartment. The battery pack is a three-cell, sealed, lead acid battery pack (6V, 4.5 amp-hours) that is field replaceable and designed to last five years under normal circumstances. To ensure minimal impact upon battery life, a preventative maintenance schedule of two-year replacement is required in an extreme environment, such as a desert installation. Normal preventative maintenance is every five years for non-desert environment installations. Warning! There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Always replace with Itron part number BAT-0045-005. The batteries can power the system for a duration of 90 minutes in the case of a power outage. AC power fails The collector or repeater battery pack maintains system functions for approximately 90 minutes. A message indicating the AC failure is sent to the Network Collection Engine. A message is sent to the Network Collection Engine indicating AC power has been restored. The battery pack specifications are listed in the following table. Specification Value Sealed-lead acid, rechargeable 6V, 4.5 amp-hours Five years at 33 C. Battery life decreases by 50% for each 8 C rise in temperature above 25C. Charge time 10 hours at 25 C The battery in the collector or repeater uses three EnerSys Cyclon lead-acid cells, connected in series, to provide a nominal voltage of 6 volts. The battery is terminated with a four position Molex connector (Molex P/N #39-01-4041) with the following pinout:
If Then AC power is restored Type Power Life 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 78 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide A Detailed Collector or Repeater Specifications Pin #
Wire Color 1 2 3 4 Red Black White White Signal
+V BATT Ground Thermistor Thermistor For information on battery disposal/recycling, contact EnerSys at 1.800.363.7797 or recycling@enersys.com. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 79 of 133 BPort and Protocol Requirements Network Collection Engine (NCE) installations are typically deployed when CCUs are on the Internet, the Fixed Network web server is in a DMZ, and the Fixed Network database server is in the corporate intranet. The following illustration is a simple diagram of the network topology. Note: The Network Administrative Application (NAA) server may be hosted on the same server as the database server. Logical Architecture of Fixed Network (Multiple Network Zones) This diagram, while accurate, simplifies the situation considerably and is not a useful format for formulating firewall rules. The following information describes the ports and protocols required for Fixed Network operations in greater detail. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 80 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide B Port and Protocol Requirements Ports and Protocols Fixed Network inbound traffic Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Purpose Required for operation Collectors
(any*) Any Fixed Network web server 443 HTTPS Yes Collectors Any NTP server 123 UDP Yes
(any*) CCU communications to web servers external address. CCU time sync to internal or internet time server.
(External NTP servers can also be used). Fixed Network web server outbound traffic Source address Source port Destination address Destinatio n port Protocol Required Purpose for operation Fixed Network Any cdp1.itron.co m 80 HTTP Yes Itron Product Root Certificate Revocation List:
http://cdp1.itron.com/CertEnroll
/Itron Product Root.crl. Usually published from Fixed Network database server;
however, varies per install. Collector commands and diagnostic portal. Any Utility CDP 80 HTTP Yes Certificate Revocation List. Any CCUs (any) 4443**
HTTPS Optional Any CCUs (any) 22 SSH Optional Itron collector diagnostics
(CCU100 only). Any ftp2.itron.com 21 FTP Itron Support Services. Recommen d ed web server Fixed Network web server Fixed Network web server Fixed Network web server Fixed Network web server 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 81 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide B Port and Protocol Requirements Fixed Network database/NPA server outbound traffic Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Required for Purpose operation 4443**
HTTPS Yes Any Any Collectors
(any) Collectors
(any) 22 SSH Optional Any 198.182.8.60 21 FTPS Optional Any ftp2.itron.com 21 FTP Recommend ed Itron Support Services. Fixed Network database/NPA server outbound traffic Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Purpose Required for operation Any Collectors (any) 4443**
HTTPS Yes Any 4443**
HTTPS Yes initial configuration router DHCP IP addresses Any spatial.virtualear th.net 443 HTTPS Yes Collector commands and diagnostic portal. Itron collector diagnostics
(CCU100 only). Itron engineering external NPA server. Collector commands and diagnostic portal. Collector shutdown, reboot, etc. Collector commands and diagnostic portal router required for v4.2 collectors only. Geocoding web service for device maintenance. Fixed Network database server Fixed Network database server Fixed Network NPA server Fixed Network database server Fixed Network database server Fixed Network database server Fixed Network database server 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 82 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide B Port and Protocol Requirements Fixed Network database/NPA server outbound traffic Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Purpose Required for operation www.mlogonlin e.com HTTP Yes Any Any Fixed Network database server Fixed Network workstation Leak sensor data export to mlogonline. Virtual Earth access for Network Administrative Application
(NAA) mapping.
(Microsoft may use other URLs such as those noted in the second group). 80 80 80 443 80 443 80 80 80 80 dev.virtualearth. net ecn.dev.virtuale arth.net common.virtual earth.net staging.commo n.virtualearth.ne t mappoint-
cds.live.com
.mappoint.net
(t0, t1, t2, t3).tiles.virtualea rth.net vemapcontrol.v o.msecnd.net dctfe.maps.glbd ns.microsoft.co m platform.maps.g lbdns.microsoft. com HTTP Yes HTTP HTTPS HTTP HTTPS HTTP HTTP HTTP HTTP renderv3.staging 80 HTTP Fixed Network server to server traffic (DMZ intranet) Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Purpose Required for operation Any Fixed Network web server Fixed Network database server 1433**
MSSQL Yes Database access. Fixed Any Fixed Network 1433**
MSSQL Yes Database access. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 83 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide B Port and Protocol Requirements Fixed Network server to server traffic (DMZ intranet) Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Purpose Required for operation Network web server NPA server Fixed Network server to server traffic (intranet DMZ) Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Purpose Required for operation Any 21 FTP Optional Fixed Network database server (or CA server) Fixed Network database server Fixed Network web server or utility CDP Fixed Network web server Any 135-139 TCP, UDP Optional
(Microsoft file sharing SMB) or 445 (Direct-
hosted SMB without netbios) Only needed if NPA database is on a different server than NCE. Sometimes used to publish CRL on certain installations. Used to allow transfer of CRL
(certificate revocation list) file where the CDP server is not utilized. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 84 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide B Port and Protocol Requirements Fixed Network server to server traffic (intranet) Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Purpose Required for operation Fixed Network database server Any 135-139 TCP,UDP Yes Fixed Network NPA server or 445 or TCP,UDP Data file export if NPA database is on a different server than NCE
(UNC shares). Refer to Microsoft documentation for details. Microsoft file sharing SMB uses ports 135-139. Direct-hosted SMB without NetBIOS uses port 445. Database access for Collector Configuration Application
(CCA) (Fixed Network 4.0 only). Network Administration Application
(NAA), Network Web Any 443 HTTPS Yes URL validation. Fixed Network web server Any ISM server 443**
HTTPS Optional Encryption Fixed Network database server Fixed Network database server Workstation to server traffic Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Purpose Required for operation Fixed Network workstation Any Fixed Network database server 1433**
MSSQL Yes Any Fixed Network workstation Fixed Network database server 80 443 HTTP HTTPS Yes 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 85 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide B Port and Protocol Requirements Workstation to server traffic Source address Source port Destination address Destination port Protocol Purpose Required for operation Application
(NWA), User Services, and Collector Services. Network Performance Application
(NPA). Virtual Earth access for Network Administrative Application
(NAA) mapping.
(Microsoft may use other URLs such as those noted inthesecond group). Any Any Fixed Network workstation Fixed Network workstation Fixed Network NPA server HTTP Yes HTTP Yes 80 443 80 80 443 80 443 80 80 80 80 dev.virtualearth. net ecn.dev.virtuale arth.net common.virtual earth.net staging.commo n.virtualearth.ne t mappoint-
cds.live.com
.mappoint.net
(t0, t1, t2, t3).tiles.virtualea rth.net vemapcontrol.v o.msecnd.net dctfe.maps.glbd ns.microsoft.co m platform.maps.g lbdns.microsoft. com HTTPS HTTP HTTPS HTTP HTTPS HTTP HTTP HTTP HTTP renderv3.staging 80 HTTP Fixed Network workstation Any ISM server 8001**
TCP, UDP Optional ISM server client
*Collector (Any): If the collectors IP addresses are predictable (DHCP range, DHCP reservations, statically assigned), they can be allowed. Otherwise, any IP should be allowed.
** Port configurable. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 86 of 133 CStatus and Diagnostics Status Indicator The LED Status Indicator is primarily intended to support installation personnel for immediate feedback. The following sequences define the Fixed Network solution's operational characteristics:
Sequence details: The dot time: 100 mSec The dash time is 300 mSec Off Time between B and N: 700 mSec Off time between dot and dash: 100 mSec Collector State Description LED Pattern Off The collector is not running. Off Powered
(Host booting) When power is applied to the collector and the collector reset is released allowing the boot operation to begin. Solid continuous illumination Time Acquisition The collector is attempting to synchronize its system time with an external time reference through NTP and/or GPS. Morse code for the letter T ( _ ). A single 660 ms flash repeated every 10 seconds. Note Repeaters do not support NTP. Instead, repeaters acquire time from either the collector or from GPS. If time is received from the collector, the repeater status indicator will not display the Morse T. Starting The Linux kernel is loaded and initialized and the collector application begins execution. Morse code for the letter P ( . _ _ . ) with the dits at 220 ms the dahs at 660 ms and 220 ms spacing between the dits and dah. Repeated every 10 seconds. ERT Heard The radio processor booted and is reporting end-point messages to the host processor. Morse code for the letter N (_ .
) Headend Connected The collector established an authenticated connection with the head-end over the configured WAN interface. Morse code for the letter B (_ . ) No Battery The collector determined it should have a backup battery, but that battery does not appear to be present or is not functioning. The display of this state is a higher priority than all states other than Low-visibility, and will be displayed exclusively if the battery cannot be detected. Morse code for the letter S (.
) Ok The radio processor booted and is reporting end-point messages to the host processor, and the collector has established an authenticated connection to the head-
Morse code for the letter sequence BN ( _ . 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 87 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide C Status and Diagnostics Collector State Description end. This condition will be signaled for about 15 minutes before moving the "low-visibility" state. Token Received Low-visibility If the radio reports decoding a "magic" token, which would enable the WiFi diagnostic interface, this pattern is presented for one 10 second interval. This condition is higher priority than Lo-visibility and the missing battery indications. After 15 minutes in the "Ready" state the LED pattern changes to the "Low-visibility" mode, which indicates the collector is running (does not imply that end-points are still being read or head-end communications are still possible. LED Pattern _ . ) The dit and dah timing described above with the space between the B and the N characters being 660 ms. Morse code for the number 5
(). 10 ms illumination every 30 seconds. Performing an Antenna Sweep Test If the 915 MHz antenna is remotely mounted for your installation, an antenna sweep test must be performed to verify the antenna functions within acceptable tolerances at your installation site. Refer to the Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure on page 94 for testing details. This test should be performed using the following conditions as a guide:
Beginning Frequency: 902 Ending Frequency: 928 VSWR Expected Results: 1.5:1 or less for the specified frequency band. Return Loss: Must be 14dB or better for the specified frequency band. Test Point: Feed line connected to the antenna at the top; test from the lightning (or surge) arrestor to the antenna port. Results: Test results must be saved in PDF format. Test Gear: Current and proper calibration; be sure that calibration is turned on during the test. A qualified operator of the test equipment must perform the test. Note: If the system does not perform to the previous test specifications, the reasons for system failure and possible remedies must be identified before leaving the installation site. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 88 of 133 DChanging the Repeater Password Accessing the Repeater User Interface 1. Ensure the collector or repeater has power. To change the repeater password, you must log into the user interface as an administrator. The following procedures illustrate each step with Repeater 100 user interface screens. 2. Activate the collector or repeater's Wi-Fi using the CAR (Collector Activation Radio). For more information about the CAR, see the Collector Activation Radio Quick Reference Guide. 3. Open the Wi-Fi connection utility on your PC. Note: It may take 1 to 2 minutes for the device to appear in the Wi-Fi connection utility. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 89 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide D Changing the Repeater Password 4. Highlight the collector or repeater you wish to access and click Connect. 5. Type the Security key. 6. Open a browser window and type the following:
https://192.168.1.9:4443 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 90 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide D Changing the Repeater Password 7. Click Continue to this website (notrecommended). 8. Type the Username and Password. Note: The user name and password are case sensitive. Username. admin Password. Itr0n1 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 91 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide D Changing the Repeater Password The Main Menu window appears. Changing the Repeater Password 1. From the user interface Main Menu, click Configuration. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 92 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide D Changing the Repeater Password 2. From the Configuration menu, click WirelessDiag. 3. Enter the new information and click Submit. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 93 of 133 EAntenna Line Sweeps Procedure By combining Itrons proven 915 MHz ERT platform with fixed network technology and software applications, Itron provides a suite of data collection technologies for electric, gas, and water utilities. This fixed network solution, which is built upon our ChoiceConnect system architecture, enhances customer engagement, increases operational efficiencies, and ensures system integrity. The endpoints transmit to an Itron installed collection engine (data server) that is installed at the customer site, via one of three Itron manufactured network devices: a ChoiceConnect Tower Mounted Collector Unit (TCU 100), a ChoiceConnect Collector Unit (CCU 100) or a ChoiceConnect Repeater Unit (Repeater 100). A remote 915 MHz antenna can be configured instead of the standard vertically polarized antenna that is directly attached to the CCU/Repeater. The remote configuration uses a standard vertically polarized (5.15 dBi or 5.5 dBi) antenna that is connected remotely or a high-
gain vertically polarized remote antenna that is mounted remotely. See Antenna Specifications on page 4 for antenna part numbers. Remote antennas must be properly grounded using a lightning arrestor. Refer to Grounding Specifications on page 103 for additional grounding information. Anritsu Site Master Calibration For the Antenna Line Sweeps procedure, Itron recommends using the Anritsu Site Master S331E, but similar models can be used. Setting up and Calibrating the Anritsu Site Master S331E 1. Set resolution to the maximum value (typical sweeps should be set to sweep values of 902-
928 MHz, with a propagation velocity of 0.8 and resolution of 517 points for the Anritsu Site Master). 2. Ensure all cables and jumpers are in their permanent locations and positions. Hangers, cable blocks, ground kits, and other hardware must be in place and connected using industry-standard torque wrenches to meet specifications for connectors. 3. Allow the test equipment to stabilize for approximately 15 minutes before taking any measurements. 4. Calibrate according to the manufactures instruction using a phase stable cable, precision 50 ohm load, open, and short circuit terminations. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 94 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide E Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure Note: Note Equipment must be calibrated per manufacturer suggested calibration period. Record the test equipment manufacturer, model number, and calibration expiration date on the Itron ChoiceConnect Antenna and Line Sweep Test Form on page 98. The following illustration shows the Anritsu Site Master. Testing on a Network Device with a Remotely-Mounted 915 MHz Antenna When the 915 MHz antenna is remotely mounted, perform antenna and line sweeping tests to verify that the transmission system functions within acceptable tolerances. While monitoring sweep results, move all connectors on jumpers and coax to ensure all connectors are properly installed and reliable. Note: There should be no variance in sweep tests while stressing connections. General Testing Conditions Perform sweep testing under the following general testing conditions:
Overall System Return Loss: Must be -14 dB or better for the specified frequency band. Any deviations from this return loss warrant further investigation. VSWR Expected Results: 1.5 : 1 or less for the specified frequency band. Test Point: Feed line connected to the antenna at the top; test from the lightning (or surge) arrestor to the antenna port. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 95 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide E Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure Results: Test results must be saved in PDF format. Test Equipment Requirements: Current and proper calibration; be sure that calibration is turned on during the test. A qualified operator of the test equipment must perform the test. Note: Note If the system does not perform to the above test specifications, the reasons for system failure and possible remedies must be identified before leaving the site. Specific Testing Conditions Perform sweep testing under the following specific testing conditions:
Note: Attach a copy of each trace to the antenna sweep checklist so that the Itron Field Engineer can inspect and sign off on acceptable results. Antenna Return Loss Test: Complete a return loss test of the remote antenna on the ground prior to installation. Determine the quality of the impedance match to 50-ohms at the antenna connector. This test is performed with the test equipment calibrated for a one- port return loss measurement to the end of the test cable. Ensure that the antenna is positioned vertically, at least 24" above the ground, and at least 24" away from any metallic structure or equipment. 1. Configure the test equipment in return loss mode and calibrate. 2. Identify if the antenna passes or fails based on antenna manufactures specification. For more information about the antenna specifications, see Itron ChoiceConnect 915 MHz Antenna Specifications on page 99. 3. Save the trace for printing. This shall include site and sector numbers for identification. System Test Parameters:
Sweep Range: 902 - 928 MHz Markers: M1 - 902 MHz, M2 928 MHz Overall System Return Loss Test: Sweep test of entire transmission system including:
antenna, coax, jumpers, and protection devices. Parameters of tests to be provided. While monitoring the sweep results, move connectors on jumpers and coax to ensure all connections are reliable. There should be no variance in sweep tests while stressing connections. The purpose of this test is to ensure total system return loss is within acceptable limits. 1. Configure the test equipment in return loss mode and calibrate. 2. Identify if the system return loss passes or fails. The antenna specifications are attached to this document as Attachment B. 3. Save the trace for printing. This shall include site and sector numbers for identification. System Test Parameters:
12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 96 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide E Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure Sweep Range: 902 - 928 MHz Markers: M1 - 902 MHz, M2 928 MHz Insertion Loss Tests: Perform with test equipment connected to bottom jumper, and calibrated short at the top jumper. The purpose of this test is to verify that insertion loss is within acceptable limits. Insertion Loss Test Parameters:
Sweep Range: 902 - 928 MHz Markers: M1 - Peak R/L, M2 - Valley R/L Passing is determined by comparing measured insesrtion loss to the calculated insertion loss. Results should be no more than 1 dB over the calculated loss. Load Test: Performed with test equipment connected to bottom of coax, and precision 50 Ohm load terminated at top of the jumper. The purpose of this test to verify the coax meets the manufacturers specifications. Load Test Parameters Sweep Range: 902 - 928 MHz Markers: M1 -Peak R/L Passing is determined by the manufacturers specifications for the type of coax being tested. Results should be as good as or better than the manufacturers specification. DTF Test: Performed with test equipment connected to bottom of coax, and top of the coax with a 50 ohm Load Test device attached. The purpose of this test is to confirm the line length of the coax as well as verify each connection point location / distance. DTF Test Parameters Sweep Range: 902 - 928 MHz Markers : M1 - Peak Understanding Party Responsibilities This section outlines how Itron's role differs from the supplier's role in conducting the Antenna Line Sweeps procedure. Itrons Responsibilities Itron is responsible for the following aspects of the test:
Physical verification of all network device installations, to confirm the suppliers quality of the installation work. The supplier should expect that representatives from both Itron and the customer will be on site at several installations of each type of network device (if not more), to 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 97 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide E Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure ensure the installations meet the Itron and customer quality and design requirements. Physical attendance at all remote antenna coax sweeps testing and final punch-walk inspections. Itron will communicate any supplier workmanship concerns, to the supplier, as soon as physically possible. Validation of the functionality of each Itron TCU 100, CCU 100, and Repeater 100 device, once the supplier has completed an installation and the devices are turned on. Suppliers Responsibilities The supplier is responsible for the following aspects of the test:
Performing the physical work required to install the Itron network devices, in accordance with the Itron provided documentation and training, including site grounding. Installing, where required, proper weatherproofing and grounding to ensure safe operation of equipment. Performing all antenna / coax sweep testing, documenting each network device installation with at least 10 digital pictures and reporting as-built GPS coordinates and antenna centerline heights, by the "tape drop" method. Providing all required tools, equipment and capable field crews that are required to properly install Itron network devices, including RF testing equipment. Note: Supplier is responsible for ensuring that all supplier managed field crews meet any local labor and / or pay requirements, such as union requirements, local business, mandatory minimum "Living Wages", as may be required. Include the expected equipment and costs associated with performing any coax, jumper, and antenna sweep testing, per the current version of the Itron Remote Antenna Sweep Test. For more information, see Testing on a Network Device with a Remotely-Mounted 915 MHz Antenna on page 95. Compiling a package of as-built and closeout documentation in a compact electronic format
(Adobe .pdf files preferred) and e-mailing each site package to the Itron PM development within three business days following each completion. Itron ChoiceConnect Antenna and Line Sweep Test Form This attachment contains an example of the Itron ChoiceConnect Antenna and Coax Sweep Test Form. Itron provides this form to the supplier, so that the supplier can determine their fixed fee, lump sum, and all inclusive pricing needed to complete the expected number of network device installations. The following illustration shows the test form. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 98 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide E Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure Itron ChoiceConnect 915 MHz Antenna Specifications The BOA 915 MHz omnidirectional base station antennas consist of a linear array, encapsulated in a heavy duty fiberglass radome with a thick walled 6061-T6 aluminum mounting base for reliable long term use. This rugged design allows the antennas to withstand harsh environments and is ideal for Industrial, Wireless, and SCADA applications. The BOA series is DC grounded and is UPS shippable. The following are features of the 915 MHz antennas:
12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 99 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide E Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure UV Stable Light Gray Fiberglass Radome Hard-Coat Anodized Mounting Base Galvanized Mounting Hardware Removable Drain Plug for Upright or Inverted Mounting Technical Data Maximum Power: 250 watts Nominal Impedance: 50 ohms Radome Material: Pultruded fiberglass (2 outside diameter) ESD Protection: DC grounded Rated Wind: 125 mph Termination: N female bulkhead Mounting Hardware: BAM1005 or MMK5 (Included) The following illustration shows the antenna's electrical specifications:
The following illustration shows the antenna's mechanical specifications:
Typical Coaxial Cable Specification Summary Table Coaxial Cable Return Loss/VSWR Make Cable Model Return Loss (dB) VSWR (max.) Andrew 7/8" Heliax LDF5-50A
-24.5 Andrew 1-1/4" Heliax LDF6-50A
-24.5 Andrew 1-5/8" Heliax LDF7-50A
-24.5 1.13:1 1.13:1 1.13:1 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 100 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide E Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure Make Cable Model Return Loss (dB) VSWR (max.) Andrew 2-1/4" Heliax LDF12-50
-24.5 Andrew 7/8" Virtual Air Andrew 1-5/8" Virtual Air AVA5-50 AVA7-50 All Existing Coaxial Feeder All
-24.5
-24.5
-22.0 1.13:1 1.13:1 1.13:1 1.17:1 Coaxial Cable Path Loss per 100ft Make Cable Model Velocity Loss/100 @ 2 GHz Andrew
" Heliax LDF4-50A Andrew
" SuperFlex FSJ4-50B Andrew 7/8" Heliax LDF5-50A Andrew 1-1/4" Heliax LDF6-50A Andrew 1-5/8" Heliax LDF7-50A Andrew 2-1/4" Heliax LDF12-50 Andrew 7/8" Virtual Air AVA5-50 Andrew 1-5/8" Virtual Air AVA7-50 0.88 0.81 0.89 0.89 0.88 0.88 0.91 0.92 3.25 dB 5.37 dB 1.86 dB 1.35 dB 1.13 dB 0.99 dB 1.68 dB 1.02 dB Sample Sweeps Output Return Loss:
12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 101 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide E Antenna Line Sweeps Procedure Cable Path Loss:
Cable Length:
12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 102 of 133 FGrounding Specifications This appendix provides specific procedures, details, and quality specifications for Itrons installation suppliers during the installation of Itrons ChoiceConnect Automated Meter Infrastructure (AMI). To achieve optimum performance of Itrons ChoiceConnect network devices, all critical components of the network must be thoroughly grounded and protected from electrical surges. The antennas, cables, and connectors are constantly exposed to the elements and because they are typically mounted at a high elevation, lightning strikes. Lack of proper system grounding and the resultant damage caused by electrical surges, can directly impact the network, resulting in endpoint read failures, repeater connection failures, or collector management failures. The ChoiceConnect Grounding Specification procedure is designed to ensure that remote and tower mounted antennas perform to the required specification prior to integration of collector or repeater into the Itron Fixed Network. For devices already on- air, this testing procedure can be used for troubleshooting problems. This document is primarily designed for Itron RF engineers, senior project managers, field engineers as well as network device installers. It is assumed that users of this document are familiar with the operation of equipment such as the Megger DET14C/24C Clamp-on Ground Resistance Tester. The following illustration shows a Megger DET14C/24C Clamp-on Ground Resistance Tester. The service life of any piece of electronically controlled equipment is often determined by the quality of the electrical service that it receives power from. The number one cause of downtime
(other than user error, neglect, or abuse) is poor power quality. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 103 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications A low impedance ground is imperative to both surge protection designs and power quality. Regularly inspecting and upgrading the system can positively affect the system in the following ways:
reduce interference and line noise reduce the risk of accidental electrocution decrease potentially damaging harmonics improve power factors improve the efficiency and durability of the surge protection equipment Understanding Grounding and Bonding You must have a complete grounding and bonding system between the electrical service entrance and remotely grounded buildings or equipment. If the remote ground home runs back to the service entrance, create a single point ground that references the initial utility company electrical ground back at the service entrance electrical meter. In this document, the definition of grounding and bonding is as follows:
Ground/Grounding. Any direct conducting connection between an electrical circuit or equipment and earth. Bond/Bonding. The permanent connection of metallic parts to form an electrically conductive path. For example, an electrical service panel that is grounded while the telecommunications rack is bonded to the grounding system. Understanding the Ohms Level According to articles 100 and 250 of the NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE (NEC) an acceptable ground is rated at 25 Ohms of resistance or less, but optimum performance of surge protectors is achieved at 5 Ohms or less. Several manufacturers of electronic equipment also require 5 to 10 Ohms as a maximum resistance for their gear to work correctly. Reducing the Ohms level In many areas of the country you may be starting with 350 Ohms or more. Itrons networks are built all over the United States and the geological features can vary greatly in different parts of the country; therefore, allow the installing contractor to determine how best to lower resistance to ground (to 5 Ohms or less) in a specific region. The recommended grounding conductor at the service entrance is specified by NEC based on the ampacity of the service. You can perform the following tasks to reduce the Ohms level:
Measure the resistance to ground at the service entrance meters electrical ground, or of the soil itself. Soil resistance can be affected by the following:
12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 104 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications moisture content quality and type of electrolytes conductive objects temperature depth and spacing of the ground rods. For more information about using a Megger to measure the resistance to ground, see Using a Megger on page 95. Drive a new service entrance ground rod. You cannot know the exact length or current condition of the original ground rod, so it is best to install a new rod of suitable length and composition at the service entrance. Solid copper is the preferred material; however, galvanized or copper clad may also be suitable if acceptable resistance levels are met. Bond a new rod and the existing rod together. If the target ground resistance is not achieved by a new rod, drive a second rod and bond the two rods together by exothermic welding a piece of the grounding conductor between the two. The new rod should be approximately one rod length or more from the first rod. Multiple rods can be connected this way. Note: One additional rod lowers ground resistance by 40%. Two rods result in a 60%
reduction. Three rods improve resistance by 66%. Drive the rod deeper. Couple a new rod of equal length on top of the existing rod to effectively double the depth of the rod. Be sure to use rods of like type and a coupler matched to that type of rod. This will result in an approximate 40% reduction in ground resistance. Create a Trench Ground or Ground Ring. If your region provides a solid substrate such as bedrock immediately below a shallow layer of soil, it is possible to create a circular trench around the building (minimum 20 feet long) at least 30 inches deep utilizing a minimum of
#2AWG bare copper conductor, lay in the grounding conductor, bond the two ends together to the ground rod, and then backfill the trench with soil. This allows maximum contact with the ground, without being excessively deep to do the job. Create a Ground Grid. This procedure involves creating a grid of grounding electrodes, or rods, in close proximity (10 to 20 feet, or at least one rod length apart,) and welding or bonding the grounding conductor between the rods together. The entire grid is then backfilled with soil and compacted to complete the grid. Also, review NEC section 250-32(b) for more information. Using a Megger Measure the resistance to ground one of two ways: A special "clamp-on" ground resistance measuring device is recommended for existing locations, and an earth resistance meter
(Megger) is preferred in installations of new equipment that cannot be connected to an existing ground ring. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 105 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications The earth resistance meter is less expensive, but it requires multiple ground probes and leads from the tester with specific distance requirements between rods. Then measurements are plotted on a monograph in order to calculate the actual resistance of the ground. Meggers come in three and four terminal configurations. To test the actual resistivity of the soil itself, use a four terminal model. The advantage of this method is that you are not connected to the electrical system during testing. An electrical line fault during testing can send high current to the grounding system, resulting in high current and voltage at the test leads and meter. Warning! Be safe when working on live electrical systems. Always use proper protection equipment. If you are in contact with the grounding system (particularly if the ground rod is disconnected) you are the ground for the system. Adjusting the Routing of the Grounding Conductor If more than one ground can be referenced (such as in a campus environment), adjust the routing of the grounding conductor. This is very important in the systems ability to reference the original equipment ground back at the service entrance utility service meter. The normal routing procedure is to bring the HOT, the NEUTRAL, and the GROUND wire into the remote electrical panel and terminate them to the appropriate busses. Then route the GROUND wire down to the house grounding electrode (ground rod). In this procedure, route the GROUND wire to the grounding electrode first, and then route up to the ground bus within the panel. This simple adjustment still follows NEC code, but provides an unobstructed pathway to divert surges to these ground rods while continuing to reference the service entrance ground. The fundamental result of this routing procedure is the elimination of potential equipment damage from the ground loop created by multiple ground rods. This method of routing allows the electrical potential of the entire facility to rise and fall in a uniform manner, reducing the possibility of excessive current flow on the grounding system. Finally, inspect and tighten all wiring terminations at the service entrance and at each of the remote panels, disconnects, or equipment. Note: To lower resistance to grounding, keep all connections tight and free of oxidation. The following illustration shows a sample grounding layout. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 106 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Supplier General Requirements and Equipment Competencies Itron requires that all suppliers have previous telecom experience and have the following equipment and resources:
Certified, Clamp-On Ground Resistance testing devices (or equivalent) Competent trained operators readily available Megger DET14C/24C Clamp-on Ground Resistance Tester, or equivalent Maintain the capability to document ground resistance testing data by digital photograph and be able to convert the photos to Adobe Acrobat files, to be transmitted within 24 hours of completing testing. Exterior Grounding System Design for Concentrators Materials making up the grounding and bonding system must meet the following minimum standards:
Wire underground. Minimum No. 2 American Wire Gauge (AWG) bare, solid, annealed, tinned copper wire (BTCW) but sized in accordance with NEC Table 250.66. Under no circumstances is stranded wire acceptable. Install all buried wire to meet minimum bend radius. Sharp bends and kinks are never acceptable. Note: When any grounding or bonding wire runs through concrete, sleeve it in PVC. Wire inside. Any low halogen cable meeting the ratings of Telcordia GR-347 is acceptable. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 107 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Clips. When securing any ground wires, solid or stranded, insulated or un-insulated, never use any clips or other devices that are conductive and form a closed loop. Closed conductive loops form a grounding choke point during high voltage spikes that have an adverse impact on grounding performance. Metallic clips are acceptable if they do not form a closed loop. A metal clip that is "U" shaped but is mounted on a conductive metal surface is considered a closed loop. Ground Rod. 5/8-inch x 8-feet (minimum length) steel with pure copper jacket not less than 0.0012 inches thick. Ground Rod Coupling. 5/8-inch ground rod coupling made of the same material as the ground rod to prevent dissimilar metal high oxidation points. Chemical Ground Rod. Comprised of a hollow copper ground rod, a ground test well, a 4-
0" exothermically welded pigtail, and conductive backfill material. The chemical ground electrode must be made of a minimum two inch I.D. Type K copper tube with a minimum wall thickness of 0.083 inch and must be a minimum of 10 feet in length. Fill the chemical ground rod copper tube with non-hazardous metallic salts. The chemical ground rod must be UL listed. In situations where drilling vertically is too difficult or costly, horizontal L-shape chemical ground rods are acceptable. Ground bars. Bars must be 1/4 inch thick solid electrical grade copper and must be electroplated with tin 0.0003 inches thick typical, 0.0002 inches thick minimum. Hole spacing between top row and center row holes must be inch, between center row and bottom row holes must be 1 inch (Telco), and between top row and bottom row must be 1 inch
(NEMA). Connect ground lugs as shown in Figure 2-1. Ground lugs on opposite sides of the ground bar may share holes in the ground bar if connected properly. Warning! Never mount lugs on top of each other on a ground bar. The following illustration shows the installation of ground wire to ground bar. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 108 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Exothermic Welding. Exothermic welds must be Cadweld, a registered trademark of Erico Products, Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio, or ThermOweld, a division of Continental Industries, Inc. of Tulsa Oklahoma or equivalent. Ground Clamp. Used for conduit or water pipe, for instance. Burndy GAR style UL clamp with two- hole provisions for long barrel multiple crimp two-hole lugs or equivalent. Conduit. Conduit requirements vary due to state and local construction codes. The local engineering firm determines what is required depending on the site type and jurisdiction. Consider material and labor costs when selecting a conduit type as long as all applicable codes are followed. Metal conduit. (At a minimum) UL listed galvanized rigid steel conduit (minimum size: 1-
1/2-inch trade size) with UL listed fittings. Steel compression fittings, watertight fittings, and bonding to grounding conductors at both ends are required. Do not use set screw settings. PVC conduit and fittings. Schedule 40 (minimum). Do not use EMT conduit for underground applications. When conduit is visible and there is no method to determine the contents (for example, utility shafts in a building), label the conduit as power (with voltage), Telco service, or ground. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 109 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Coax Grounding Kit. The coax ground kits must be from the same manufacturer as the coax. Ground kits must be solid strap type with No. 6 AWG wire and 2-hole compression crimped lugs (installed using the proper UL tool and circumferential hexagon die). Ground kits ordered through Itron North Supply do not require approval. Coax ground kits not ordered through Itron North Supply require approval from the Itron construction team. Note: Do not use a braid or hose clamp type nor a solid copper strap type with single hole lugs. Lugs. All lugs must be 2-hole, long barrel, tinned solid copper unless otherwise specified in this document, installed using the proper UL tool and circumferential hexagon die. Lugs must be Thomas and Betts series 548##BE, Burndy, ERICO or equivalent. Bolt hole diameter and spacing on all ground lugs must match the hole diameter and spacing of the ground bar. Angled lugs may be used if construction conditions dictate. Note: Tag all ground lugs that are attached to any easily accessible ground point (for example, exposed ground bars, water pipes, or building steel.). The tags must read, "DO NOT DISCONNECT" and must be placed at each end where the grounding conductor terminates. Metal tags are acceptable. Anti-Oxidation Compound. Anti-oxidation compound must be Thomas and Betts KOPR-
SHIELD (TM of Jet Lube, Inc.) or Burndy Penetrox E. This product is available in small containers with a brush attached to the lid for easy application. Apply anti-oxidation compound between the lug and ground bar only. Do not cover the lug. Lightning Arrester for UHF Coax. Polyphaser IS-MR50 series. Existing Building or Rooftop Sites The following topic outlines how to ground a CCU on an existing building or rooftop site. Electrically continuous paths to earth ground are available when grounding on or near existing buildings. Grounding Existing Building or Rooftop Sites 1. Inspect all proposed existing building/rooftop sites to determine which of the following electrically continuous paths to earth ground are available:
Attachment to the building water main entrance. Attachment to the building structural steel that is physically continuous down to earth ground, as verified by a local Engineering firm. Connection to an existing qualified grounding system. 2. Request a copy of any soil resistivity and/or site resistance to earth testing previously performed on the proposed site. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 110 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Note: A clamp-on ground resistance test may be performed at existing building sites where it isnt feasible to perform a site resistance to earth test. Refer to Clamp-On Ground Resistance Testing on page 119 for the proper testing procedure. Co-Located Sites & Other Existing Structures Review all co-located sites to determine if an existing qualified ground system is present based on a copy of any soil resistivity and/or site resistance to earth testing previously performed on the proposed site. If no prior soil resistivity records are available and there is land space available, a soil resistivity test is suggested. New Wood Pole Sites Test all proposed site locations before completing external ground ring design. It is the contractors responsibility to advise Itron of the resistivity of the site by submitting the required forms before any construction of the BGR can be started by the contractor. Equipment Buried Ground Ring The following is a list of required specifications for all Itron sites not installed on a lite pole structure. This includes TCU, CCU, and Repeater sites:
All sites must have a BGR around the equipment pad or platform. The BGR is to consist of a ring of No. 2 AWG BTCW and exothermically welded ground rods. The BGR design is site specific. The design should result in 5 ohms or less with soil resistivities of up to 50,000 ohm-cm. Soil resistivities higher than this require further augmentation that is beyond the scope of this practice and should be designed specifically for the site by a qualified engineer. All underground (below grade) grounding connections, including copper ground rods, chemical ground rod attachments, and ground leads from equipment, tower, and coax must be made by an exothermic weld. The ground ring between 18" and two feet from the BTS pad or platform perimeter at a minimum depth of two feet, six inches (or deeper depending on frost line), and with no bend having a radius of less than two feet. A 6-inch trench dug below the required wire depth. Ground rods installed, at a minimum, at each corner of the BGR. Minimum ground rod length must be either (1) 10-0" or (2) site frost depth plus 10- 0" minus the depth of the ground ring, whichever is greater. Example 1. Site frost depth = 4-0" and the ground ring is installed at 2-6" below final grade. Minimum ground rod length would be 11-6" (4+10-2.5). 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 111 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Example 2. Site frost depth = 1-6" and local codes require the ground ring to be installed minimum 2-6" below grade. Minimum ground rod length = 10-0" since it is greater than 9-0"
(1.5+10-2.5). Chemical Ground Rod Installation If required, install chemical ground rods and bond the chemical ground rod to the BGR with No. 2 AWG BTCW. Refer to the illustration under To install a chemical ground rod on page 101. Installing a Chemical Ground Rod 1. Auger a vertical hole in the earth with a minimum diameter of six inches. For L shaped chemical ground rods, dig a trench 12 inches wide. The depth of the hole must be six inches greater than the vertical length of the rod. 2. Remove the sealing tapes from the bottom of the unit only. Tapes must be saved and made available for inspection by the contracted engineer to verify removal and proper installation. For L shaped models, remove only the tape on the horizontal section. 3. Position the chemical ground rod unit in the hole. 4. Mix the backfill material if required. Pour backfill around rod in augured hole. Fill up to red
"Bury to Here" marker. Do not overfill. 5. Place inspection hand hole box with cover over the top of the rod so that the cover is at grade level. Use backfill or grout to stabilize box around the rod. Keep the breather holes free of obstruction and debris. The top of the box should not contact the top of the rod. Note: Protective cover box must be either concrete or PVC construction and must be 12 inches by 24 inches by 22 inches deep, or equivalent. 6. Remove the top sealing tape ONLY after backfill is complete. This prevents soil from blocking the breather holes. Tapes must be saved and made available to the Inspector to verify removal and proper installation. When an Itron TCU / CCU / Repeater is co-located with another wireless service providers site, bond Itrons grounding system to the tower BGR, to another providers ground system, or to the common ground ring to ensure that all ground systems are at the same potential. Perform bonding at the earth ground ring level using a minimum of No. 2 AWG BTCW. When bonding to another service providers ground ring, connect the Itron ring at two locations to the existing grounding systems. The size of the wire depends on the distance between the two systems. In most cases, if the two systems are located in the same compound, No. 2 AWG BTCW will suffice. The following illustration shows exterior ground details. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 112 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Itron Concentrator Equipment Connect Itron concentrator equipment ground leads to the equipment cabinets as dictated by the cabinet manufacturer. Unless specified otherwise by manufacturer, ground leads are No. 2 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 113 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications AWG BTCW. In most cases, connect the other end of the ground leads to the equipment ground bar (EGB) or MGB if each equipment cabinet has separate, external attachment points for ground lugs. If the Itron concentrator equipment cabinets collectively have only one or two ground attachments, the BTCW ground leads may be exothermically welded directly to the BGR. TCU / CCU on a Concrete Pad Use a concrete pad to hold the EGB flat. Several inches above the surface of the pad, securely bolt the TCU or CCU with stand-off (cherry) insulators to prevent movement. In this configuration, the ground bar is typically used only for Itron TCU / CCU equipment grounding. TCU / CCU on a Steel Frame or I-Beam or Platform If the Itron TCU / CCU equipment is mounted on a steel frame or I-beam, bond the steel to the BGR at opposite ends with two No. 2 AWG BTCW and exothermically welded at each end. Secure the BTCW ground leads to minimize the possibility of creating a trip hazard. Ensure that all ground paths to the BGR are installed so that any potential discharge of electricity is downward or flat. The MGB needs to be properly located to ensure that this is possible. Warning! Do not allow ground paths to go upward. Make all connections to ground bars in accordance with this document. TCU / CCU on a Raised Metal Platforms The following procedure outlines how to ground a CCU that is installed on a raised metal platform. Grounding the TCU and the CCU on a Raised Metal Platform 1. Bond raised metal platforms used to support the Itron TCU / CCU equipment at raw land or collocation sites to the BGR at two locations with No. 2 AWG BTCW exothermically welded to opposite sides of the platform. For rooftop sites, the platform ground leads are connected to the MGB. 2. If the raised metal platform contains removal grating, install metal clips on removable sections to insure the metal platform is electrically continuous. 3. Securely mount the MGB below the platform using stand-off (cherry) insulators to electrically isolate the bar from the steel platform. In this configuration, the MGB is typically used for Itron TCU / CCU equipment, coax cable, and platform grounding. 4. Mount the MGB so that all equipment, coax, and platform ground lugs attach to the top two rows of holes and the leads connecting to the BGR attach to the bottom two rows of holes. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 114 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Warning! It is critical that only one neutral to ground bond be made at the service entrance equipment as defined by the National Electric Code. TCU / CCU / Repeater Remote Antennas & Coax on Towers Ground all antennas to their mounts or masts by the ground kits on the coaxial cable connected to the CGBs (Coax Ground Bars). This includes the GPS and WAN antennas, if applicable. Ground all CGBs properly to provide adequate protection in the event of a lightning strike on Itrons antennas or antenna masts. Warning! Do not install separate antenna ground connections unless specified by the antennas manufacturer. Grounding Remote Antennas and Coax on Towers 1. Mount the CGB, without stand-off (cherry) insulators, to the grounded steel antenna support structure (for example, on a monopole, lattice tower, or water tank) using UL approved mounting devices. You can use ground clamps to mount the CGB to available flanges or coax port rims, for instance. surfaces are present. You can use steel straps to attach the CGB to a monopole if no convenient clamping 2. Make sure that all connecting surfaces are clean -- free of dirt, oil, and corrosion and polish galvanized surfaces with a steel brush. Note: Do not drill holes or use exothermic welds to connect ground leads to a steel tower except on steel tabs or flanges specifically designed for that purpose. Holes and/or exothermic welding can negatively impact the structural integrity of the tower and increase chances of corrosion. 3. If the steel antenna support structure is not properly grounded, or if the structure is made of a non-conductive material such as wood or concrete, then you can use a 4/0 AWG stranded green insulated "home run" to connect the upper CGBs to Itrons ground system. 4. Route the home run either inside or outside a monopole. Specific CGB connection procedures are described in the procedures under Installing Coax Ground Kits on page 106. Installing Coax Ground Kits This section outlines the procedures to follow when using ground kits for the following types of installations:
At the top of a tower on page 107 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 115 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications At the bottom of a tower on page 107 At the end of an ice bridge on page 107 With GPS and WAN antennas on page 108 Grounding a coax ground kits on page 108. Installing Coax Ground Kits at the Top of a Tower Install one CGB at the top of the tower as close as possible to the tower top coax ground kits. Install the CGB without stand-off (cherry) insulators to ensure a good ground bond on grounded metal towers. If antenna placement and coax ground kit lead lengths require the use of multiple sector ground bars (for example, the ground leads do not all reach the single CGB), mount the sector ground bars in the same manner. Install coax ground kits on the coax as close to the antenna jumpers as possible and connected to the CGB or sector ground bars using two- hole lugs as specified in Exterior Grounding System Design for Collector Sites and Repeaters on page 97. 1. If a home run is required, connect the tower top CGB to the middle or lower ground bars with a single run of 4/0 AWG stranded insulated wire. 2. Mount any other sector ground bars with stand-off (cherry) insulators and separately connect to the CGB with No. 2 AWG stranded insulated wire. If the antennas are flush-mounted or otherwise located such that there is no space to install coax ground kits prior to the coax entering the antenna support structure (for example, with a flagpole tower), you can eliminate the upper coax ground kits and associated CGB. However, coax ground kits must still be installed at the base of the antenna support structure. Installing Coax Ground Kits at the Bottom of the Tower Install one CGB at the base of the tower with stand-off (cherry) insulators, directly below the point at which the coax cable transitions from vertical to horizontal. Install coax ground kits on the vertical portion on the coax and connected to the CGB using two-hole lugs as specified under Exterior Grounding System Design for Concentrators on page 107. Important! Allow as straight a path to ground as possible. Connect the CGB to the tower BGR with two vertical runs No. 2 AWG BTCW. In general, the antenna and coax grounding and bonding on a water tower is identical to a monopole configuration with the leg of the tower supporting the antenna cables being the
"monopole". Except, do not drill or exothermic weld on any part of the water tower. Use a
"home run" as needed. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 116 of 133 3. 1. 2. CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Installing a Coax Ground Kit to End of Ice Bridge Install coax ground kits prior to the jumpers at or near the end of the coax ice bridge. At a pad site, connect the ground leads to a CGB that will be connected to the equipment BGR with two No. 2 AWG BTCW. At a platform, connect the coax ground kits directly to the MGB if the site configuration permits. Attaching a Coax Ground Kit at GPS and WAN Antenna If the GPS and WAN antennas are mounted on the monopole or antenna support structure, attach a coax ground kit to the coax as close as possible to the antenna and connected to a small CGB. 1. Ground the stand-off pipe mount with one No. 2 AWG BTCW exothermically welded to the mast and connected to the CGB with a two-hole lug. 2. Connect the CGB to the tower BGR with one run of No. 2 AWG BTCW properly strapped or otherwise secured to the tower to prevent movement in high winds. 3. Ground the GPS and WAN coax at the bottom of the tower (described in this procedure) and end of the ice bridge (described in this procedure). 4. If the GPS and WAN antennas are mast mounted near the equipment or ice bridge, the coax ground kits must be installed and connected to the CGB at the end of the ice bridge, the EGB, or the MGB, whichever is more practical and provides the shortest and easiest path to ground. 5. Ground the GPS and WAN masts by one No. 2 AWG BTCW directly to the BGR, ground bar, or to another piece of properly grounded steel. 1. At each end of the cable bridge, bond the steel supporting structure for the waveguide bridge to the BGR with a No. 2 AWG BTCW conductor. 2. Bond the waveguide bridge/cable tray to the grounded support structure or BGR using No. 2 AWG BTCW and exothermic welds at each end. 3. Bond each section of the waveguide bridge/cable tray together with plates of similar metal or with No. 2 AWG BTCW or #2 AWG stranded insulated wire, bonding each section together at each joint. 4. If buried coax runs from the antenna support structure are used rather than a coax bridge, still install coax ground kits at the base of the antenna support structure and just prior to the equipment jumpers. Grounding a Coax Ice Bridge 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 117 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications 5. Place the two runs of No. 2 AWG BTCW used to bond the tower and equipment ground rings in the same trench as the coax. Warning! Be careful when installing the coax ground kits prior to equipment entry to ensure that all ground leads use smooth, large bend radii as it will be very difficult to ensure that the leads always travel downward. Collector Sites with Indoor Itron TCU / CCU Equipment When grounding equipment for collector sites where the Itron TCU / CCU equipment is located indoors include the installation on an interior ground ring (halo) installed approximately 6 inches below the ceiling or 8 feet above the finished floor, whichever is lower. The interior ground halo cable must be a minimum of No. 2 AWG, stranded copper with moisture resistant green insulation. The purpose of the interior halo ground ring is to provide a convenient grounding and bonding point for all miscellaneous metallic objects to reduce step and touch potential. All miscellaneous metallic objects, such as metal door frames, air conditioners, cable racks, metallic conduits, and battery stands must be bonded to the interior ground halo with No. 6 AWG cable. Bond both ends of the ground halo conductor to the MGB. Note: Follow this bonding specification in existing shelters, if an interior halo is present. Most indoor Itron TCU / CCU equipment has grounding attachment points at the bottom of the cabinets. In these cases, it is not possible to have all ground paths flat or downward. Install all ground leads in accordance with manufacturers specification. RF Components Protection (Coax) RF transmission lines from the antenna structure to the shelter or building must be grounded
(earthed). Upon entering the shelter or building, all RF transmission lines must route through coaxial RF- type Surge Protection Devices (SPDs). This includes sample port (test) and unused spares. Grounding RF Transmission Lines 1. Bond the coaxial RF devices to the single point ground. 2. Locate the SPD within the shelter, room or equipment area. It must be a maximum distance of 2 feet from the transmission line entrance point into the shelter, room or equipment area, as per the figure, below. 3. 4. Install coaxial cable SPDs at or within the entry port if the entry port is located in the wall of the shelter, equipment room or area. If the equipment room or area is located within a larger building (such as a high rise structure), install and ground the SPDs at the coaxial entry point into the structure. In this application, the transmission lines must also have SPD installed and grounded at the point 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 118 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications where they enter the equipment room or area. Note: SPDs are required to be installed at the building entry point to reduce the radiated RF energy generated by a lightning strike. Terminate unused coaxial cables connected to the outside by grounding the shield to the ground entry port and installing a SPD with a shorting stub or 50 ohm load. Do not allow excess cable to come in contact with equipment or personnel. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 119 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Working with Interior Connections 1. Connect all grounding and bonding conductors that are connected above grade or interior to a building using two-hole multiple crimp type (with UL tool and circumferential die compression) connections or by exothermic weld connections where allowed. 2. Size AC service electrical ground per the NEC with No. 2 AWG BTCW minimum. 3. Run service ground wire continuously and in an unbroken manner. 4. Coat all touching surfaces before connecting. 5. Install anti-oxidant compound per manufacturers instructions. 6. Make all grounding connections, interior and exterior, with two-hole lugs using an anti-
oxidation compound prior to crimping. Grounding Rooftop Network Devices A rooftop network device refers to a site where Itrons site is built on an existing building, regardless of whether Itrons TCU / CCU equipment is located on the rooftop or inside the building. Human occupancy of buildings requires that safety is a primary consideration. Network device grounding must be designed to ensure that any potential electric discharge is safely carried to earth and not dissipated through the structure. Grounding Rooftop Network Devices 1. Install the MGB at a rooftop site at the Itron TCU / CCU equipment location. This acts as the primary point where all Itron grounding connects to the main grounding system. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 120 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications 2. Install the MGB flat, if necessary, to ensure that no paths to ground turn upward to allow connection to the top of the MGB. 3. Properly ground the MGB at a roof top site by two separate electrically continuous paths to ground where practical as determined by the responsible Itron Project Engineer. The paths can be in order of preference:
Grounding Building Steel and Existing Building Lightning Protection or Grounding Systems 1. The first path to ground includes bonding the MGB to building steel with a 4/0 AWG conductor. Consider only building steel that has been verified by the AE to be continuous to earth and appropriate for grounding. 2. Install the second path to ground by bonding the MGB to the existing building lightning or grounding system with 4/0 AWG conductor. Grounding Building Steel and One 4/0 AWG Down Conductors 1. The first path includes bonding the MGB to building steel with a 4/0 AWG conductor. 2. Provide the second path by installing a 4/0 AWG down conductor from the MGB to the ground rod or chemical ground rod. Use the water pipe main entrance if the ground rod or chemical ground rod are not available. Do not use AC service panel grounds. 3. If the Itron TCU / CCU equipment is located on the ground floor or in the basement, the MGB may be connected directly to both building steel and the water main or ground rod. Grounding One 4/0 AWG Insulated Down Conductor and One Existing Building Lightning Protection Down Conductor or Building Ground System 1. The first path is the installation of one 4/0 AWG insulated down conductor from the roof top MGB bar to the ground rod or chemical ground rod. Use the water pipe main entrance if the ground rod or chemical ground rod are not available. Do not use AC service panel grounds. 2. 3. Install the second path by bonding the roof top MGB bar with a 4/0 AWG insulated conductor to the existing building lightning protection system or building ground system down conductor. If the Itron TCU / CCU equipment is located on the ground floor or in the basement, the MGB can be connected directly to both the existing lightning protection or building ground system and the water main or ground rod. Grounding One 4/0 AWG Down Conductor Note: Use this option when neither building steel nor a building lightning protection or ground system is available at the Itron TCU / CCU equipment location. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 121 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications 1. Install one 4/0 AWG down conductor from the MGB bar on the roof to a MGB bar in the basement. 2. Bond the basement MGB ground bar to ground by two separate paths. 3. Install two 4/0 AWG conductors from the MGB bar in the basement and terminate each conductor to one of the following grounding options which are listed in the order of preference. Two different options must be selected for bonding the MGB bar to ground:
Ground rod or chemical ground rod, Building grounding electrode system, Building steel (if available) Building cold water pipe main entrance. If the Itron TCU / CCU equipment is located on the ground floor or in the basement, the MGB may be connected directly to the two selected ground points without using a second ground bar. Down Conductor Installation Each down conductor must consist of 4/0 AWG stranded copper with green insulation. Preferably, install the down conductor without conduit. If a conduit is required by local standards or by the landlord, then a non-metallic PVC conduit is preferred. If a metallic conduit is required, use the threaded type and install grounding bushings on both ends to bond the conduit with a minimum of No. 2 AWG stranded copper conductor to the ground bar at each end. The metallic conduit must be bonded at both ends to a ground bar to prevent a choke effect in the event of a surge. A low halogen cable that meets the ratings of Telcordia GR-347 is acceptable. Place the MGB bar as close as possible to the equipment cabinets and the path to ground options (for example, ground rod, cold water pipe, or building steel). Install the ground bar to ensure that the wire bending radii for the 4/0 AWG and No. 2 AWG are a minimum of 12 inches and that all paths to ground travel flat or down. Warning! Never allow a path to ground to travel upward. Cold Water Pipe Option The location of the cold water main is usually in the basement or in the mechanical room of the building. When attaching to the pipe, the clamp must come into contact with a minimum of 4 linear inches of pipe or utilize a Burndy GAR clamp. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 122 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Grounding a Cold Water Pipe 1. Drill the clamp to accept a two-hole inch hardware lug. You can also connect the water pipe by attaching the ground conductor using an approved water pipe clamp. 2. Scrape clean the area of contact to the cold water pipe with the clamp. The area must be free of paint, rust and/or corrosion and coated with an approved anti-oxidation compound before the clamp is attached to the pipe. 3. Locate the clamp on the interior of the building, within five feet of the cold water pipe entry point into the building, without any flanges, or pipe connections between the ground clamp and the pipe building entry point. Note This is required to ensure good continuity to ground at the point of pipe contact and building entry. 4. If the connection is made on the output side of the water meter, you can install an electrical jumper (minimum 4/0 AWG) around the meter to another clamp to provide a continuous path to ground, in the event the water meter is removed for service. Building Steel Option When attaching to building steel for a grounding path, use exothermic weld connections installed per manufacturers recommendation. Antenna and Coax Grounding - Rooftops The rooftop antennas (including the GPS and WAN antennas) are grounded by their mounts and by the ground kits on the coaxial cable connected to the CGBs (Coax Ground Bars). Warning! Do not install separate antenna ground connections unless specified by the antennas manufacturer. Grounding antennas on rooftops 1. Bond each antenna mount/mast to the CGB with No. 2 AWG BTCW exothermically welded to the mast and connected to the ground bar with an approved two- hole ground lug. 2. Install coax ground kits as close to the antennas as possible, just before the antenna jumpers, and then bonded to the CGB. Note: If the site configuration is such that the coax runs horizontally along the rooftop and then vertically down the side of the building to the close mount antennas, Do Not Install antenna masts or coax ground connections at the antenna. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 123 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Instead, install a CGB at the roof edge where the coax transitions from horizontal to vertical. Install coax ground kits as close to the edge as possible where the coax is still horizontal and bond the ground leads to the CGB. Connect the CGB to the MGB in the usual manner. 3. Connect each antenna CGB to the MGB at the equipment location. 4. If the MGB is located on the rooftop, use one run of No. 2 AWG BTCW to bond the CGB to the MGB. Run this along the coax cable tray on the rooftop and secure to the cable tray to prevent wind damage. Note: Due to the fact that the cable tray runs along the roof and the MGB is typically installed at a slightly higher elevation, it may be necessary for ground leads to run slightly upward to bond to the MGB. If this cannot be avoided, ensure that all ground wire bends are smooth and have as large a radius as possible. 5. If the equipment MGB is located inside the building, a separate external ground bar is located where the coax enters the building. All No. 2 AWG BTCW sector grounds bond to this ground bar. In addition, install a coax ground kit on each coax cable and bond it to the ground bar. This external ground bar connects to the interior MGB using a single 4/0 AWG stranded, insulated wire installed along the coax path. All metallic cable tray on a rooftop, mounted on the side of a building, or running inside a building, must be properly grounded. Grounding a Cable Tray 1. A metallic cable tray must be grounded to the sector CGB at one end and grounded to the MGB at the other end using No. 2 AWG BTCW. 2. Connect the ground wire to the cable tray with two-hole multiple crimp type (with UL tool and circumferential die compression) connections attached with bolts or self- tapping screws. 3. Each section of the cable tray must be electrically connected by either a metal plate or ground jumpers made of No. 2 AWG BTCW and two-hole lugs. 4. If the equipment MGB is located inside the building, the cable tray ground connects to the external ground bar where the coax enters the building. Cable Tray Grounding Water Tower Grounding Itron does not construct water towers. Therefore, network devices utilizing water towers as antenna structures do not require the installation of a structure ground ring around the leg of a water tower. The equipment BGR serves as the primary ground point for all Itron equipment, antennas, coax, and cable tray. Install coax ground kits as previously described. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 124 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Grounding Water Towers 1. 3. 4. Install all sector ground bars at the top of the tank with stand-off (cherry) insulators and connect separately with No. 2 AWG stranded insulated wire to a CGB at the top of the vertical coax run. 2. Connect the upper and lower CGBs by one 4/0 AWG green insulated wire. Install a lower CGB with stand-off (cherry) insulators at the bottom of the tank leg in a similar manner as on a monopole or self-support antenna tower. In the case of a skirted tank, install the lower CGB in a similar manner with stand-off insulators mounted to the skirt. 5. Coordinate location with the tank owner and the Field Engineering team. 6. With the permission of the water tank owner, drive two ground rods as close to the tank leg as possible. Connect the lower CGB to the ground rods using two No. 2 AWG BTCW. 7. Connect these ground rods to the equipment BGR using two buried No. 2 AWG BTCW along the same path as the coax bridge. 8. If ground rods are not feasible, connect the lower CGB directly to the two runs of No. 2 AWG BTCW that run along the coax bridge and connect to the equipment BGR. Ground the coax bridge as previously described. Note: The local Engineering firm is responsible for the proper design of the ground system at water tanks requiring special considerations. New Wooden and Concrete Antenna Poles Grounding New Wooden and Concrete Antenna Poles 1. Install a BGR that encircles the pole foundation. Construct the BGR in the same manner as the Itron TCU / CCU equipment BGR except that four ground rods will be installed 90 degrees apart. 2. Connect the pole and equipment BGRs using two buried runs of No. 2 AWG BTCW. These connections should follow the same path as the coax bridge if possible. Note: Wooden and concrete poles do not connect directly to the BGR. The BGR will be used to ground the coax and antennas ground bar at the base of the tower as discussed later in this document. Equipment Shelter Grounding Ground Itron equipment that is installed in shelters the same way you ground a non- shelter site in terms of equipment ground leads, coax ground kits prior to the Itron TCU / CCU equipment jumpers, and MGB placement. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 125 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Grounding Equipment Stored in Shelters 1. Connect the internal MGB to the equipment BGR using two No. 2 AWG BTCW ground leads. The BTCW can penetrate the wall or foundation of the shelter in two separate holes. Refer to the shelter manufacturer specifications for placement and quantity. Note: Whenever ground leads penetrate concrete, they must be protected by PVC conduit. 2. At a location just outside where the coax penetrates the shelter wall, install coax ground kits and connect to a CGB. 3. Bond the CGB directly to the BGR. Repeaters on Communication Tower Sites Repeaters at collocation sites must have antenna mounts, coaxial cable, and coax bridges (if required) grounded in the same manner as a full network device. Grounding Repeaters on Communication Tower Sites 1. Locate the MGB at the repeater equipment location and bond to the existing ground system at the site with two No. 2 AWG BTCW leads. 2. If no existing BGR exists or it is not practical to connect to the existing BGR, drive a single ground rod adjacent to the repeater equipment to serve as the ground electrode system. 3. Bond the ground leads from the repeater equipment and the coax ground kits, immediately adjacent to the repeater, to the MGB. CCUs and Repeaters on Utility Poles CCUs and Repeaters mounted on utility poles will be grounded using a single ground rod located immediately adjacent, if possible, to the utility pole. Grounding CCUs and Repeaters on Utility Poles 1. Connect the ground lead from the repeater, coax, and antenna mounts (if applicable) to a common MGB located below the repeater. 2. Bond the MGB to the ground rod using one run of No. 2 AWG BTCW. 3. If any antennas are located on different structures than the repeater equipment, the antenna mount (if metallic) and coax ground kit will be bonded to a CGB located to permit optimum ground lead connections. 4. Bond the CGB to a single ground rod located immediately adjacent to the support structure using No. 2 AWG BTCW. Note: In all cases, ensure that the grounding design complies with the utility pole owners requirements. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 126 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Repeaters on Rooftops Repeaters located at rooftop sites must have antenna mounts, coax, and coax cable tray (if required) grounded in the same manner as a full network device. Grounding Repeaters on Rooftops 1. Locate the MGB at the repeater equipment location. 2. Bond , in order of preference, to one of the following:
existing building lightning or ground protection system building steel one 4/0 AWG down conductor to ground rod or cold water main. Multiple Story Site Ground System If the site is in a high rise building or in a metropolitan area with very limited access to any earth, then a water pipe electrode with a single chemical ground rod for augmentation is specified. This should yield as low a noise ground system as possible even if it is not exactly a five ohm ground. Down Conductors Installation - Building / Shelter Penetrations Use Schedule 40 or 80 polyvinyl chloride (PVC) conduit to carry the required down conductors, penetrating the outer wall and foundation of each building at ground level. Using steel conduit is unacceptable since it significantly increases the conductor's inductance. Down Conductors Installation - Limits of Bend Radius Connect the inside halo ground and the BGR with conductors that follow a path as straight and vertical as possible with no bend having a radius of less than eight inches. Deviations can cause increased inductive reactance leading to excessively high voltage and/or flash over during a lightning strike. Down Conductors Installation Connection Methods Use an approved exothermic welding system to connect all down conductors to the BGR. AC Power Grounding Connections In accordance with the National Electric Code, Article 250 or appropriate local codes, bond the AC power neutral to the Master Ground Bar (MGB-1) Producer (P) section. Refer to Section 3.2.1 of NP-312-202, Interior Grounding System Design, for more information. Utility Provided AC Power Transformer Neutral Grounding The neutral of the distribution transformer is grounded by the power company. It is important that the transformer ground not be connected to any part of the building or tower ground ring. It 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 127 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications should be grounded using its own ground rod. This reduces any neutral currents that might flow in the site ground system. Warning! If the transformer is located near the building, connect the transformer ground directly to the BGR. Cable Entrance Facilities The MGB must be used for the single reference ground for all interior grounds. Grounding Cable Entrance Facilities 1. Install a copper entrance TVSS at the entrance of the copper cable into the building space. 2. Bond all shielded cabling entering the building envelope to the MGB as soon as it enters the building. Ideally, these cables need to enter near (within three feet) of the MGB. Note: For all dielectric fiber cables, there is no requirement for bonding to the MGB, and therefore, no requirements for these cables to enter within 3 feet of the MGB. 3. Bond the sheaths of the copper phone cables, fiber cables, and coax cables to the MGB. 4. If the cable entrance is a distance away, then install and bond a separate terminal Fiber/Copper Ground Bar (FCGB). 5. The shields of all low voltage shielded control cable, where the cable is connected to a device outside the building and to a controller inside the building, must be grounded at the device outside the building. 6. Install a TVSS for all cables (including copper and low voltage shielded control cables) entering the building. 7. Ground the TVSS to the MGB if it is within a short distance. 8. If the TVSS is a distance from the MGB, bond it to earth (for example, building steel or dedicated ground rod). Note: Any conductor in a continuous grounded metal conduit does not require a TVSS be installed. Clamp-On Ground Resistance Testing A clamp-on ground resistance tester measures ground rod and small ground grid resistance without the use of auxiliary ground rods. Clamp-on ground resistance testers are used in multi-
grounded systems without disconnecting the ground under test and with electrical service connected. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 128 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Using a Clamp-On Ground Resistance Tester 1. Clamp the tester around the ground conductor and read the resistance-to-ground directly from a digital display. This type of measurement permits the quality of the grounding connections and bonding to be verified. 2. Use certified Ground Resistance Testers for all clamp-on ground resistance measurements. Principle of Operation In a typical grounded system, the neutral is bonded to ground at the service panel. There are numerous neutral-to-ground bonds prior to this point, all in parallel. These bonds create an effective earth resistance from the utility of virtually zero. A clamp-on ground resistance tester uses this fact along with the connection between the utility service and the grounding system under test. The clamp-on tester injects a known voltage into the system and measures the current felt on the return path. Realizing the near "zero" resistance on the service side, the meter reading indicates the resistance of the grounding system under test. The following illustration shows a Principle of Operation. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 129 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Determining the Correct Measuring Point The preferred point of measurement (if internal bonding allows) is on the conductor between the ground bus and the service neutral. If internal bonding does not allow access to this point, an alternate point is on the service side of the neutral line prior to the neutral to ground bond. In either case, it is necessary to ensure there are no neutral-to-ground bonds downstream of the measurement point. The following illustration shows an overview of the testing location. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 130 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Testing Procedures Preparing the Meter 1. Ensure mating surfaces of the jaws are clean and free of corrosion. 2. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for approximately 3 seconds. 3. Verify the clamp-on ground resistance tester enters the self-test mode and displays the remaining battery life. If the battery does not have enough life remaining to complete the job, replace the battery as described in the users manual. 4. Verify the calibration of the meter with the calibration loop. Refer to the Manufacturers Users Manual for tolerances. Measuring Rod/Grid Resistance Warning! High voltages may be present in and around the point of measurement. Take caution to avoid serious injury or death. Testing the Current Measurement 1. Remove any molding that covers the conductor, providing room for the jaws of the clamp-on ground resistance tester to close completely around the conductor. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 131 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications 2. Press the ON/OFF button. 3. Ensure the display indicates OLD . 4. Press the A button. 5. Clamp the jaws around the conductor and measure the ground current. Warning! If the ground current exceeds 5 amps or noise exceeds 50 Volts, then ground resistance measurements are not possible. Do not proceed further with the measurement. 6. Press the "" button and measure the rod/grid resistance to ground. Note: A 0.7 OHM reading is an error indication. This reading signifies the measurement of a loop circuit, and is usually caused by the improper placement of the clamp-on ground resistance tester. 7. If the face of the meter is not visible while the jaws are clamped around the conductor, press the Hold button, remove the meter, and read/ record the indication. 8. Press the Hold button again to clear the reading. 9. Replace any molding that was removed in earlier steps. Understanding Party Responsibilities This section outlines each partys responsibilities when grounding Itron equipment. Itron Responsibilities Itrons responsibilities include the following:
Physical verification of all network device installations, to confirm the Suppliers quality of the installation work. The Supplier should expect that representatives from both Itron and the Customer will be on site at several installations of each type of network device (if not more), to ensure the installations meet the Itron and Customer quality and design requirements. Physical attendance at all Grounding testing and final punch-walk inspections. Itron will communicate any Supplier workmanship concerns, to the Supplier, as soon as physically possible. Validation of the functionality of each Itron TCU 100, CCU 100 and Repeater 100 device, once the Supplier has completed an installation and the devices are powered up. Supplier Responsibilities Suppliers responsibilities include the following:
12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 132 of 133 CCU100 and Repeater100 Installation Guide F Grounding Specifications Performing the physical work required to install the Itron network devices, in accordance with the Itron provided documentation and training, including site grounding. Install where required proper weatherproofing and grounding to ensure safe operation of equipment. Performing all Grounding testing, documenting each network device installation with at least 2 digital pictures and reporting the measured results. Providing all required tools, equipment and capable field crews that are required to properly install Itron network devices, including modern Clamp-on ground testing equipment. Note Supplier is responsible for ensuring all Supplier managed field crews meet any local labor and / or pay requirements, such as union requirements, Local Business, mandatory minimum "Living Wages", as may be required. Include the expected equipment and costs associated with performing grounding testing, per the current version of the Itron Grounding Specifications. Compiling a package of as-built and closeout documentation in a compact electronic format
(Adobe .pdf files preferred) and e-mailing each site package to the Itron PM development within 3 business days following each completion. 12 February 2021 815-0491-00 Itron, Inc. Page 133 of 133
1 2 3 4 5 | ID Label | ID Label/Location Info | 283.20 KiB | February 15 2021 / February 17 2021 |
FCC ID: EO9CCU100B, IC: 864A-CCU100B Labels Page 1 of 1 CCU100B c2pc - FCC / ISED Labels The following examples of CCU100B labels are representative of devices covered by this filing adding an additional Cellular modem. Labels are 4.0 L x 1.5 H. The Part Number with the 3 Digit Tab #, the Model Type description, and the PCA Part Number vary depending on the configuration of the device, e.g., AC powered, DC powered, Solar powered, WAN type, Ethernet, etc. 1. CCU100B; contains RV50X modem 2. CCU100RB; contains RV50X modem Rev B5
1 2 3 4 5 | Confidentiality Letter | Cover Letter(s) | 55.06 KiB | February 15 2021 / February 17 2021 |
04 January 2020 Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Subject:
Request for certification FCC ID: EO9CCU100B Dear Sir or Madam:
This letter is to comply with 47CFR Section 0.457 and Section 0.459 pertaining to confidential material. Itron, Inc. requests the following documents regarding this submission for FCC ID: EO9CCU100B to be held confidential. 1. Schematics, 2. Block Diagrams, 3. Theory of Operations, The above material contains trade secrets as specified by 47CFR 0.457 (d) and technical data, which would customarily be guarded from competitors. We do not want these documents that are submitted to any regulatory authority including but not limited to the FCC, ISED, TCB or a CB, to be accessible to the general public or anyone other than Itron. Sincerely, Jay R. Holcomb Spectrum Regulatory jay.holcomb@itron.com Itron, Inc. Enclosure: other exhibits cc: n/a
1 2 3 4 5 | Cover Letter | Cover Letter(s) | 104.68 KiB | February 15 2021 / February 17 2021 |
04January2021 Subject:
ProfessionalInstallation FCCID:EO9CCU100B;IC:864ACCU100B Towhomitmayconcern. Thefollowingitemsjustifyprofessionalinstallationinordertosupportanyfunctionthat requirestheuseofthedevicespart15transmitter:
Thedevicecannotbesoldretailtothegeneralpublicorbymailorder.Itmustbesoldto dealers. Theequipmentisnotreadilyavailableforconsumeruse;theequipmentismarketedtoahighly specializedtargetgroupthroughfocusedmarketingchannels.Onlypublicorprivateutilitieswill purchasethisdevice. Distributionoftheproductiscontrolled DistributioniscontrolledspecificallythroughItronsdistributionchannels. Enablingfunctionalityatinstallationmustbecontrolled. Theenduserwillhavetogothroughpropertraininginordertoenablefunctionssuchasthe antennasandtransmitters. Whatisuniqueabouttheproductwhichwouldlenditselftoneedingtobeprofessionally installed?
Theequipmentmustbeinstalledonautilitypole,communicationstowers,watertowersor buildingsbyindividualslicensedandtrainedforthistypeofinstallation.Properinstallation isextremelyimportantformeetingsystemperformancecriteria. Installedbylicensedprofessionalsrequiresspecialtraining Itronwillprovidetraininginordertofulfillthislicensingrequirement.Aspartofthis training,installerswillbeinstructedtoonlyusetheantennamodelthatisprovidedwiththe device.Trainingwillalsobeprovidedtoteachtheenduserhowtoenableanyfeaturesthat requirepart15transmitteroperation. Theintendeduseisgenerallynotforthegeneralpublic.Itisgenerallyonlyfor industry/commercialuse. Thisdeviceisusedtocommunicatewithutilitymeters.Onlyutilityemployeeswillusethis device. Sincerely, JayR.Holcomb SpectrumRegulatory jay.holcomb@itron.com Itron,Inc. Enclosure:n/a CC:n/a
1 2 3 4 5 | PCII Letter | Cover Letter(s) | 55.76 KiB | February 15 2021 / February 17 2021 |
04 January 2020 Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Subject:
Request for Class 2 Permissive Change FCC ID: EO9CCU100B Dear Sir/Madam:
Itron herby requests a Class 2 Permissive Change for an Automatic Meter Reading device for reading of utility meters, FCC ID: EO9CCU100B. The changes include adding a 5.5 dBi antenna for the ISM 902-928MHz band radio and to add the following updated modules as the current modules will be going obsolete:
= An updated Cellular 4G capable module. Testing has been performed with worst case configurations and reports filed showing the CCU100B remains in compliance for all configurations. Sincerely, Jay R. Holcomb R&D Regulatory and Programs jay.holcomb@itron.com Itron, Inc. Enclosure: other exhibits cc: n/a
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1 | 2021-02-17 | 903 ~ 926.8 | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter | Class II Permissive Change |
2 | 2016-09-08 | 903 ~ 926.9 | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment |
3 | 2012-10-08 | 903 ~ 926.9 | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter | |
4 | 2011-10-05 | 2412 ~ 2462 | DTS - Digital Transmission System | Original Equipment |
5 | 903 ~ 926.8 | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter |
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Itron, Inc.
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0005861034
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2111 N. Molter Road
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Liberty Lake, WA
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Liberty Lake, Washington 99019
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United States
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t******@ckc.com
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i******@ckccertification.com
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A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques
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EO9
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CCU100B
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J******** R****** H****
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R&D Spectrum Regulatory
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509-8********
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509-8********
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j******@itron.com
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Itron, Inc.
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J**** A********
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J******** H****
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2111 N. Molter Rd
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Liberty Lake, Washington 99019
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509-8********
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509-8********
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509-8********
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j******@itron.com
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j******@itron.com
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1 2 3 4 5 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | No | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Equipment Class | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | DTS - Digital Transmission System | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | Automatic Meter Reading Pole Top Reader | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | AMR transceiver device for utility meters | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | AMR transceiver device for reading utility meter | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | AMR transceiver device for reading utlity meter | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Purpose / Application is for | Class II Permissive Change | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Original Equipment | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | Yes | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Grant Comments | C2PC to add antenna and product modification. Power listed is conducted. Professional installation required. Approved for collocated transmitters as listed in this filing. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. End Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Approved for use with antenna(s) as listed in this filing. | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | C2PC to add antenna and product modification. Power listed is conducted. Professional installation required. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Certain antennas used with this equipment require a minimum insertion loss, or have output power limitations as documented in the application. Approved for use with antenna(s) as listed in this filing. | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | C2PC for operational characteristics. Power listed is conducted. Professional installation required. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Approved for use with antenna(s) as listed in this filing. | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Power listed is conducted. Professional installation required. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Approved for use with antenna(s) as listed in this filing | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Power listed is conducted. Professional installation required. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Approved for use with antenna(s) as listed in this filing. | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
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CKC Laboratories, Inc.
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Itron, Inc.
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S****** B******
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J******** H******
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209-9******** Extension:
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209-9********
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509-8********
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866 7********
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509-8********
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Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 | 15C | 20 36 | 903.00000000 | 926.80000000 | 0.9330000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 1 | 15C | 20 | 903.00000000 | 926.90000000 | 0.9330000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3 | 1 | 15C | 20 | 903.00000000 | 926.90000000 | 0.9330000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4 | 1 | 15C | 20 | 2412.00000000 | 2462.00000000 | 0.1260000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
5 | 1 | 15C | 20 | 903.00000000 | 926.80000000 | 0.9330000 |
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