Installation Instructions

MTU Instruction
for Badger Water Meters
Purpose & Scope
This instruction provides wiring information for use in connecting a STAR MTU to Badger
water meters (all sizes) equipped with Read-O-Matic, RTR, or ADE registers.
RTR
MTU Cable RTR Cable
Red R (Red)
Black B (Black)
White G (Green)
ADE
MTU Cable ADE Cable
Red R (Red)
Black B (Black)
White G (Green)
Supplies and Tools Required
See Publication 471-2000, General
Installation and Wiring Guidelines for a
complete list of recommended tools and
supplies for MTU Installation.
Application Notes
• Some Badger RTR registers may be
provided with only a black wire and a
white wire with a shield. For this
variation, Trim the shield off and
connect as shown below.
MTU Cable RTR Cable
Black B (Black)
White B (Black)
Red W (White)
No Connection White-Shield
• The Badger ADE register must be
programmed for 6-digit readings for
proper operation with a STAR MTU.
Installation Procedure
Step 1 - Select a mounting location for
the MTU that will allow optimum signal
transmission, and install any needed
wiring. Be sure to follow all General
Installation and Wiring Guidelines as
outlined in Publication 471-2000.
Step 2 – Select the wiring diagram that
applies to the meter you are connecting
and make the appropriate wiring
connections.
a. Water Meter with Integral Cable -
If the water meter is supplied with
an integral cable and a cable-to-
cable splice is necessary, use a
gel-filled wire splice designed for
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