User's Manual Part 1

THE READALL INTERROGATOR User Guide
Revised January 2001
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THE MAKEUP OF THE READALL
The ReadAll Interrogator is made up of a number of functions that all work together to
perform meter reading quickly and easily.
• The ReadAll has an internal computer utilizing an Intel CMOS 80186 processor
running the DOS operating system to perform all of its functions
• The ReadAll uses a touch screen for easy operation
• The ReadAll has special transmit / receive circuitry to send interrogations to
TRACE transponders and receive meter readings from them
• The ReadAll has a serial port that can be used for
o transferring routes to and from the route management system
o read bar coded transponder IDs for interrogation
• The ReadAll has an easily replaceable and rechargeable battery that will provide
power for up to 1500 readings (a minimum of 4 hours)
• The ReadAll has a hand strap that makes holding the unit seem almost effortless.
The strap allows you to hold the unit and use the thumb on the same hand for
performing meter reading functions: true one-handed operation!