User's Manual

• When attaching the gas meter index to the Orion transmitter, make sure the meter
index mounts securely to the transmitter and that the two drive pawls mate
without causing any binding or potential for disengagement.
PROGRAMMING AN ORION TRANSMITTER
A. Plug the Optical probe into the laptop.
B. Start the Orion Optical Probe software.
C. Place the Optical probe near the optical port on the Orion transmitter (define
location)
D. Select the Read Option
E. The transmitter ID number will appear in the Serial # block. The current reading
will appear in the Odometer # block. The Status box will indicate the
communication steps and success of each.
F. If reading is unsuccessful, reposition the Optical probe and try again.
G. Once a successful read is obtained, verify the Serial # matches the tag on the
transmitter.
H. Compare the Odometer # to the register’s odometer reading. The Orion reading
will include the moving indices.
I. Enter a new Odometer reading, if required. Include each of the moving indices.
J. Place the Optical probe in position over the optical port of the transmitter.
K. Select the Set Odometer button.
L. Monitor status box to verify successful programming.
M. If programming is unsuccessful, verify ID number and odometer #, reposition the
Optical probe and try again.
N. Once programming is complete, you may want to verify success. With the Optical
probe in place, touch Read and verify the reading. Remember the Orion odometer
reading will include each of the moving indicies.
COMPLETE THE INSTALLATION
• Replace the housing cover over the index and insert and tighten the cover seal
screws.
• Attach seal wires and insert security cap seals.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this device is subject
to the following condition: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Any changes made by the user not approved by Badger Meter can
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. No license is required by the utility to
operate an ORION meter reading system.