Installation Guide

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Programming
Caution: You must program the module before use.
Programming Itron modules requires an understanding of:
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Your meter’s drive rate and the number of dials
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The drive rate and number of dials is important for programming the module to count
correctly and roll over to zero at the correct time. For example, a four-dial, two cubic
feet meter configuration will count two cubic-feet for each rotation and roll over to zero
after 9999.99 where the ones place is equivalent to 100 cubic-feet.
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How your system interprets the meter reading
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Some systems modify the consumption reading with the collection software. Other
times, the billing system is used to make modifications. If modifications are made in
both systems, issues may cause consumption reading errors.
It is important to understand your system before the modules are programmed.
Program the module in Network Mode using a compatible programming device loaded with
FDM version 4.1 or higher.
Program the module in Mobile Mode using an approved programming device loaded with
Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 4.4 or later.
Standard Configuration
Gas modules are capable of configurations that reduce battery life. Standard battery life is
based on the following configuration:
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Hourly interval data
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Interrogations of three times per day
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60 second receiver wakeup
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Five firmware downloads over the life of the module
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Network management and security overhead set to default timing
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RF at capacity (2,000 maximum per cell)
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Average of one two-way command/response per week
Programming the Cellular 500G Module
Program the meter drive rate into the Cellular 500G using a compatible programming device.
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