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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 GETTING STARTED INITIAL STARTUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 SOFTWARE SECURITY MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 General Care of the Handheld . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction INTRODUCTION The ORION® Field Application 4.0 software is designed for Utilities that use the Trimble® Ranger 3 handheld computer for route meter reading and ReadCenter® software for reading data management. This manual is the guide for using the ORION Field Application software. Instructions for operating the handheld are also included.
Introduction Typographic Conventions • Bold: Bold text and upper case are used for items on the software screens that you need to select or choose by tapping a button, highlighting, checking a box or another similar means. Example: Tap the View Report button. • Italics: Names of options, boxes, columns and fields are italicized. In most cases, first letters will be capitalized. Example: The value displays in the Status Information field.
Getting started GETTING STARTED October 2014 ORION® Field Application 4.
Initial startup INITIAL STARTUP Before using the handheld for the first time, see "Initial Setup" on page 66 to ensure that the device is set up correctly and the battery is charged. NNOTE: In addition to the keypad/keyboard, the handheld has a touch screen. Use the stylus to navigate and select objects on the touch screen or simply touch the screen with your finger. For complete information, see "Using the Touch Screen" on page 71.
Program startup and exit PROGRAM STARTUP AND EXIT 1. Press the green power key on the keypad to turn on the handheld. 2. On the home screen, tap the Windows® Start button in the lower left corner of the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen. Result: In Admin mode, the program icons display as shown in Figure 3. If the handheld is in Kiosk mode, skip to step 5. For more information about Kiosk mode, see "Software Security Modes" on page 8. Tap Windows Start Figure 2: Windows home 3.
Program startup and exit NNOTE: The first time you access the software, the License Agreement screen opens automatically. The License Agreement must be accepted by an authorized representative of the customer/licensee. Read the software license agreement and tap I Accept. The License Agreement screen closes automatically. To see the License Agreement at any time, tap the Menu button that displays in the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen after login. Figure 5: Accept license agreement 5.
Program startup and exit 8. Once the time and date are verified, the ORION Field Application main menu opens. NNOTE: A route must be loaded to begin reading meters. See "Loading and Unloading with Memory stick" on page 92. Exiting the Software Tap the Exit button in the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen to exit the ORION Field Application software.
Main menu MAIN MENU The main menu is the starting point for all ORION Field Application operations. Figure 12: Main menu Read Route Tap Read Route to begin reading meters. This selection is not active if a route is not loaded. Load/Unload Load a route from a memory stick to the handheld or unload a completed route from the handheld to a memory stick. See "Loading and Unloading with Memory stick" on page 92 for complete information.
User guide USER GUIDE October 2014 ORION® Field Application 4.
Reading meters READING METERS IIMPORTAN The COM port(s) must be set correctly for the handheld and the ORION Field Application software to operate correctly. Go to Settings from the software main menu to check the COM port settings and set your user preferences before route reading. See "Settings" on page 49 for complete instructions. Choose Read Route from the main menu to begin meter reading. NNOTE: If “No route available“ displays for Read Route, see "Load/Unload" on page 44. Login 1.
Reading meters Account Read Screen When a route opens, the account read screen is the main screen that displays during meter reading. It shows account information, including customer information and the meter reading. Information and features available on the screen are shown in Figure 15, Figure 16 and Figure 17, here and on the next two pages.
Reading meters Reading hardware configured and available To Reader message icon From Reader message icon Data entry direction View or create Messages Onscreen keyboard Reading hardware Work items pending Figure 16: Account read screen – additional features Reading hardware configured for the handheld is represented by an icon in the title bar of the screen. In Figure 16, the M icon indicates the ORION Migratable technology is configured and the radio is on.
Reading meters Tap title bar to see battery strength Auto Advance (partially hidden by Menu) signifies Auto navigation mode Navigate to previous account Navigate to next account Account menu opens when you tap Menu Windows Start Access account menu Figure 17: Account read screen – status and navigation Return to ORION Field Application main menu Navigation mode To navigate through accounts in the route file, the meter reader can toggle from Manual to Auto navigation by pressing AA on the keypad.
Reading meters Capturing Meter Readings The ORION Field Application captures meter readings in one of three ways: • ORION radio (RF) read • Manually keyed read • VersaProbe touch pad read Figure 18: Reading display field When the reading is captured, the reading displays on the account read screen. If the meter reading is high or low, the handheld sounds an alarm, displays the condition and may or may not request further action depending on the Settings.
Reading meters VersaProbe Touch Pad Reads Before performing a VersaProbe touch pad read, make sure the VersaProbe battery is charged. Then follow these steps to add the VersaProbe and set the COM port. Configuring the VersaProbe COM Port 1. Connect the VersaProbe to the serial port on the bottom of the handheld. The VersaProbe can also be connected via Bluetooth. See "Using VersaProbe with Bluetooth" on page 94 for additional information. 2.
Reading meters Auto and Manual Route Navigation Choose Auto or Manual mode when reading routes to navigate to the next account. Auto Mode Manual Mode • Automatically goes to the next unread account when the software hears a radio read for the displayed account or a manual read is entered. • Displays each account in reading sequence and moves to the next account when you navigate via onscreen arrows or quick key, or input a manual read and press ENTER on the keypad.
Reading meters Route Progress 1. On the account read screen, tap Menu> Progress to see a summary of meter information for the routes loaded on the handheld. 2. Tap the Menu button on the Progress screen to see a list of all loaded routes (Figure 23). Then tap a route to see a summary for the selected route only. • To see details of any exception statuses reported, tap Details. • To bring up the Search screen with a list of accounts, double tap the field.
Reading meters Mark Route Complete The Select Route option displays all routes loaded on the handheld and gives you the option to mark a route “complete.“ To mark a route complete, follow steps 1 - 4. 1. 2. 3. 4. From the account read screen, tap Menu> Select Route. Tap to select a route. Tap the Mark As Complete button. On the confirmation screen, tap Yes to confirm. as in Figure 27.
Reading meters Reader Codes, Trouble Codes, Comments The Messages button on the account read screen is used to create and view messages related to the account. Messages include Reader Codes, Trouble Codes and Comments. Tap the Messages button on the account read screen to display the Messaging screen as shown in Figure 28. Add, edit and delete Reader Codes, Trouble Codes or text messages on the Messaging screen. • Reader Codes are predefined messages from RDMS that are used for nonemergency situations.
Reading meters Edit a Message 1. Tap the Messages button on the account read screen to open the Messaging screen. 2. On the Messaging screen, tap the code or comment you want to change. Result: The Edit screen opens for the code or comment you selected. 3. Choose another code or edit the comment, as needed. 4. Tap Save. Result: Changes are reflected on the Messaging screen. 5. Tap OK to return to the account read screen. Figure 31: Edit message screen Delete a Message 1.
Work items WORK ITEMS The account read screen for an ORION Migratable endpoint includes a Work Items button. The Work Items button provides access to the two-way communication functionality of the endpoint through which work items are collected. Work items are used to collect extended status, historical interval data and/or endpoint firmware version from the ORION Migratable endpoints on the route. Figure 33: Account read screen with pending Work Items The button color indicates the work items status.
Work items Work Items Screen Tap the Work Items button on the account read screen to display the Work Items screen. The screen has three options: • Extended Status • Firmware Version • Historical Interval Data Figure 37: Work Items screen Page 26 ORION® Field Application 4.
Work items Requesting Extended Status Manually Extended status is additional information programmed into an endpoint, including meter type and size, unit of measure and encoder type, as well as exception statuses, such as tamper and no usage. Perform the following steps to manually initiate a request for extended status from an ORION Migratable (or Fixed Network in mobile mode) endpoint. 1. Tap the Work Items button on the account read screen for an ORION ME account. Result: The Work Items screen opens.
Work items Requesting Firmware Version Manually Perform the following steps to manually initiate a request for the endpoint firmware version from an ORION Migratable (or Fixed Network in mobile mode) endpoint. 1. Tap the Work Items button on the account read screen for an ORION ME account. Result: The Work Items screen opens. NNOTE: If a work item is set to be performed automatically, the message says “Assigned” and the Collect button is inactive. Figure 42: Extended status 2.
Work items Historical Interval Data The ORION Field Application software is capable of extracting historical profile data from an ORION Migratable endpoint at the following intervals: 7 days (Week) 14 days (Two weeks) 30 days (One month) 60 days (Two months) (Shorter months include extra days of readings, up to 30) All readings stored in the endpoint (Up to 90 days of hourly readings or 2160 reads) This chart shows the number of readings collected for meters set at 60 minute (hourly) intervals and at 1
Work items 2. Tap Historical Interval Data. Result: The Select Days to Collect screen opens. 3. Tap the number of days of historical interval data to collect: 7, 14, 30, 60 or All. Then tap Select. Figure 47: Days to Collect 4. (If not selected in RDMS) The software auto-detects the encoder type and displays the appropriate test circle screen. Use the scroll bar to navigate through the list. Tap to select the meter read resolution for the account. Figure 48: Select the test circle 5. Tap Select.
Work items NNOTE: If you receive an error before the process completes, change your position and try collecting the data again. Figure 50: Data collection ”In Process“ Figure 51: Data collection ”Complete“ 6. Tap View. Result: The Historical Interval Data screen displays with the endpoint historical data for the number of days selected. • Date/Time: The start and end dates and times of the data extraction.
Search SEARCH The Search screen provides multiple ways to search accounts in the route file(s) loaded on the handheld. The Search function is available during route reading. On the account read screen, tap Menu> Search to access the Search screen as shown in Figure 53.
Search Search View Type On the Search screen, tap the view type button (between Save and Reset) to select Grid, List or Paged. This selection determines how the search results will display. Choose the view you prefer, or change the view type to see your search results in different views. Pictured below are examples of the same results in the three view types for a search of Last Name that contain the letters "ri.
Search Search Criteria Tap Search Criteria or tap the Search By field to see a list of search criteria. Figure 59: Criteria to search by Account field labels sent from RDMS and displayed on the account read screen will also display in the Search By criteria. For example, if the Endpoint Serial # is shown on the account read screen, ”Endpoint Serial #“ will display in the Search By list. The criteria listed below are included in the Search By feature.
Search How to Search You can search for an account in the route using any of the criteria in the Search By field and display the results in three different ways. All accounts loaded on the handheld are searchable. 1. From the account read screen, tap Menu> Search or press SS on the keypad. Result: The Search screen displays as shown in Figure 60. Figure 60: Search 2. Tap the view type button and select Grid, List or Paged view for the search results.
Search 4. Depending on your search criteria, additional fields display as in the example shown in Figure 63. Operator: Tap to select an option: Contains, Starts With or Ends With. Value: Tap the field to enter a valid value for the search criteria selected. Invalid Value: If you do not enter a valid value and you tap Search, a message displays to alert you that the Search ”contains invalid entries.“ Tap Ok on the message screen to return to the Search screen.
Search Figure 66: Selected account Figure 67: Account read screen menu 7. On the account read screen, tap Menu. Then tap Search in the menu that displays to return to the Search screen. See . NNOTE: If there are no results for your search, the No Services Found screen displays. Click Ok, change your criteria and search again. Figure 68: No results 8. To perform another search, tap Close on the Search Results screen to return to the Search screen. Then tap the fields to make any changes and tap Search.
Search Exception Search Using the Search function, you can find accounts with certain exception conditions. Symbols/icons that represent the conditions and display on the screens are shown below. The definition of each exception condition depends on the meter and encoder/endpoint type. Encoder Error Endpoint Programmed Potential Leak Reverse Flow Endpoint low battery Endpoint Tamper No usage NNOTE: To see a list of all status and route icons, go to "Account Status Icons" on page 88. 1.
Search Multiple Criteria Search You can add Search Criteria to narrow your search and get to the results you need quickly. This option is useful when looking for a specific account and there are multiple routes with multiple accounts loaded on the handheld. 1. Tap the first Search By field to select a search criteria. Enter a valid value for any additional fields that display. See step 4 in "How to Search" on page 35 for more information. 2. Tap the plus sign to add a Search By field.
Search Saving a Search The software allows you to save a search. This option saves time for a search you perform frequently. 1. From the Read Menu, tap Search. Figure 74: Search screen 2. Select the view type for the search results: Grid, List, Paged. 3. Choose the Search By criteria. Enter valid values for the Search By criteria. See step 4 in "How to Search" on page 35 for more information. 4. Tap the Save button. 5. You will be prompted to enter a name for the search.
Search 6. To search using a saved search, tap the Select Saved button. Result: The Select Saved Search screen opens and displays a list of saved searches. 7. Tap the saved search you need. Result: The saved search displays on the Search screen as shown in Figure 79. Figure 78: Saved search list Figure 79: Search screen with saved search 8. Tap Search. NNOTE: The Select Saved button will display each time you search unless the saved searches are deleted.
Quick read QUICK READ While route reading, you can select Quick Read to listen for all ORION endpoints within radio range for which the handheld is configured. NNOTE: To perform a VersaProbe touch pad Quick Read, see "Versa Probe Quick Read" on page 47. Readings received during a Quick Read will automatically update the appropriate account in the route. NNOTE: If you are programming ORION endpoints (v.
Quick read Quick Read - Paged View 1. On the ORION Quick Read - All screen, tap Paged. (The Paged button toggles to List.) Result: In Paged view (Figure 85), each endpoint displays on a separate ”page“. RSSI—a visual indicator of received signal strength between the endpoint and the handheld—also displays. 2. Tap Previous or Next to view another endpoint. 3. Tap List to return to the ORION Quick Read - All list view. 4. Tap Back to return to the account read screen.
Load/unload LOAD/UNLOAD The Load/Unload option from the ORION Field Application main menu is used for loading route files to the handheld or unloading route files from the handheld. Figure 86: Main menu: Load/Unload Files are loaded to the handheld prior to route reading. For details, see "Loading and Unloading with Memory stick" on page 92. Wireless Load and Unload The Trimble Ranger 3 supports wireless route load and unload procedures.
Route file management ROUTE FILE MANAGEMENT Choose Route File Management from the ORION Field Application main menu to manage route file(s) currently on the handheld or previously loaded files. Figure 87: Main menu: Route File Management Route File Management includes two options: Unarchive Previous Unload and Clear Collected Data. Unarchive Previous Unload 1. Go to Route File Management> Unarchive Previous Unload to see a list of archived routes on the handheld. 2.
Route file management Clear Collected Data CLEAR COLLECTED DATA DELETES ALL ROUTE INFORMATION. THE INFORMATION CANNOT BE RECOVERED. 1. Go to Route File Management> Clear Collected Data. 2. On the confirmation screen, tap Yes to clear all route information. Figure 89: Clear route data warning Page 46 ORION® Field Application 4.
Versa probe quick read VERSA PROBE QUICK READ Choose Versa Probe Quick Read from the ORION Field Application main menu to perform a Quick Read on a touch pad module using a VersaProbe device. NNOTE: This option will only display on the main menu if the VersaProbe is first configured in Settings> Hardware Options. See "VersaProbe Touch Pad Reads" on page 19 for instructions.
Versa probe quick read Performing a VersaProbe Quick Read To perform a Quick Read using the VersaProbe, follow these steps. NNOTE: Before performing a VersaProbe Quick Read, the VersaProbe battery must be charged and the COM port settings must be configured. See "VersaProbe Touch Pad Reads" on page 19 for additional information. 1. Tap VersaProbe Quick Read on the ORION Field Application main menu. Result: The VersaProbe screen opens as shown in Figure 91. Figure 91: VersaProbe Quick Read screen 2.
Settings SETTINGS Choose Settings from the ORION Field Application main menu to select or change the COM ports, handheld settings and/or user preferences associated with route reading. Figure 93: Settings menu The Settings menu options are listed here. Enable BEACON AMA Functionality Associate the handheld with BEACON AMA software. This option is for BEACON AMA users only. Hardware Options Add and remove hardware devices, and set communication (COM) ports for any devices attached to the handheld.
Settings Hardware Options Figure 94: Settings: Hardware Options Select Hardware Options from the Settings menu to view and change the communication (COM) ports for the handheld and add or remove a device attached to the handheld. Figure 95: Hardware Options screen Hardware Options Defaults The Hardware Options screen shows the following defaults, depending on the type of handheld. • Technology connected to the nine-pin serial port uses COM 1. The default shows the IR Head.
Settings Add Device 1. On the Hardware Options screen, tap Add Device. Result: The Add Device screen opens. 2. Tap Type to see a list of device types. Then tap the device you want to add. Result: The device selected is displayed in the Type field. The example in Figure 96 shows the ORION CE Receiver was selected. 3. Tap Port to set the COM port for the device you added in step 2. Result: The COM port selected is displayed in the Port field. The example in Figure 96 shows COM 1 was selected.
Settings Change Port NNOTE: Adjustments to the COM ports should be made only with the assistance of Badger Meter Technical Support. 1. On the Hardware Options screen, tap to select the hardware you want to change. Then tap Change Port. Result: The COM port selection screen opens. The title bar shows the device you selected. In Figure 98, the ORION CE Receiver was selected. 2. Tap to select the COM port from the list. The COM port change is made automatically and displays on the Hardware Options screen.
Settings Route Reading Options Select Route Reading Options from the Settings menu to view and change the settings that customize route reading. Each option is described in this section. Figure 100: Route Reading Options Comment Display Options Tap Route Reading Options> Comment Display Options to see the menu on the Comment Display Options screen. The Comment Display Options screen allows you to choose how alerts display during route reading.
Settings Display Fields Options Tap Route Reading Options> Display Fields Options to see the menu on the Display Fields Options screen. The screen has two options: • Customize Display Fields • Display Field Font Size These options for customizing the account read screen are available with BEACON AMA functionality only. Tap Back to return to Route Reading Options.
Settings Reading Entry Directions Tap Route Reading Options> Directions to customize the direction of the reading entered for each service type. Tap Back to return to Route Reading Options. Figure 104: Choose reading entry direction Show Gas Index Readings Gas meter readings are typically displayed with subcounts—the numbers to the right of the decimal point. Tap Show Gas Index Readings to show gas readings without subcounts. Tap again to remove the check mark and deselect the option.
Settings Route Processing Options Select Route Processing Options from the Settings menu to view and change the settings that impact route reading. Each option is described in this section. Figure 107: Route Processing Options Page 56 ORION® Field Application 4.
Settings High/Low Options Tap Route Processing Options> High/Low Options to view or change the settings that affect high and low values for accounts in the route. NNOTE: This information is password protected. Tap the box next to an option to select it. Tap again to remove the check mark and deselect the option. The descriptions below explain what occurs when an option is selected. Advance on High/Low In auto mode, the software advances past accounts with a high or low reading.
Settings Route Boundary Alerts Tap Route Processing Options> Route Boundary Alerts to set a visible message that displays when moving from one route to another during route reading. Tap the box next to the option to select it. Tap again to remove the check mark and deselect the option. Tap Back to return to Route Processing Options. Figure 109: Route Boundary Alerts Allow Manual Route Complete Tap Route Processing Options> Allow Manual Route Complete to change the route complete setting.
Settings Skipped Options Tap Route Processing Options> Skipped Options to define the actions required by the meter reader for a skipped account, that is, an account without a reading. Disabled Not using skipped account option Requires No Code Trouble or Reader codes are not required for a skipped account. Requires Trouble Code Trouble codes automatically display when a meter is skipped. Requires Reader Code Reader codes automatically display when a meter is skipped.
Settings Data Transfer Options Use Data Transfer Options from the Settings menu to select the method by which you transfer account data route files— load/unload—to and from the handheld or to assign a unique name to the handheld. NNOTE: A password is required to access the Data Transfer Options screen. Figure 114: Data Transfer Options Transfer Method 1. On the Data Transfer Options screen, tap Transfer Method. 2. Select the method you want to use to load and unload route files.
Settings Auto Start Wi-Fi On Transfer Use Auto Start Wi-Fi On Transfer to automatically connect the handheld to the Wi-Fi network for data transfer. This can be done in or out of docking station. Tap the box next to the option to select it. Tap again to remove the check mark and deselect the option.
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Handheld operation HANDHELD OPERATION October 2014 ORION® Field Application 4.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview TRIMBLE RANGER 3 HANDHELD OVERVIEW The Trimble Ranger 3 is a handheld computer designed for fully automated data collection along a route for meters equipped with ORION endpoints. The handheld can also accept manual reads to support utilities as they transition from manual read to AMR technology. In retrofit installations where matching existing readings is required, the handheld functions as a programming device for initial endpoint setup.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Handheld Top View Figure 121: Top view Handheld Bottom View Figure 122: Bottom view General Care of the Handheld Use a mild detergent and a clean soft cloth to clean the body of the handheld. Do not use solvents, such as paint thinners. Use only a lint free cloth to clean the infrared port. Do not use detergents or solvents to clean the infrared port or display window. The Trimble Ranger 3 handheld has a wide operating range of –5...
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Initial Setup 1. Install the battery. The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery is shipped detached from the unit. Insert the battery at the bottom of the compartment first so the connector on the battery makes contact with the pins in the battery compartment. Using the flat end of the stylus or a coin, turn the latch located above the battery clockwise until tightened. As the latch is turned, the battery levels in the case. Figure 123: Battery installation 2.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview The battery can also be charged using the docking station. NNOTE: For more information on the battery, see "Working with the Handheld Battery" on page 68. IIMPORTAN Fully charge the battery at least 4 hours before use. The battery LED (left LED) will turn green when fully charged. Always use the chargers intended for the handheld. Using other chargers will void the warranty. 5. Attach the I/O dust cover (optional) as shown.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Working with the Handheld Battery Charging the Battery The AC charger that ships with the unit has adapters to fit almost every electrical outlet. Connect the appropriate outlet adapter to the AC charger. To charge the battery, plug the AC charger into the charging port on the bottom of the handheld and plug the charger into an electrical outlet. The handheld is fully charged in approximately 4.5 Left LED Center LED Right LED hours using the AC charger.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Conserving the Battery The handheld conserves battery power by turning itself off when not in use. Press and release the green power key on the keypad to turn the unit back on. The display shows the same screen that was displayed when the unit turned off. NNOTE: When the Read or Quick Read screen is in use, the handheld will NOT turn off automatically because the ORION reading functions are active.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Handheld Basic Operations Turning On the Handheld To turn on the handheld, press the green power key on the keypad. An audible beep sounds and the “booting” message appears. Power Menu Hold down the green power key for about three seconds to display a countdown timer. Release the power key to display the Power Menu. NNOTE: If you continue to hold down the power key, the handheld resets when the countdown reaches zero. See “Restarting the Handheld” below.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Using the Touch Screen NNOTE: This manual provides instructions for touch screen navigation and operation of the handheld. Quick Keys and Hot Keys are keypad shortcuts which also can be used for performing mobile read functions. See "Keypad Shortcuts" on page 82 for details about using these keypad shortcuts. In addition to the keyboard, the handheld is equipped with a touch screen to facilitate function selection and promote ease of use.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Screen Protector To keep the touchscreen clean and protected, apply the screen protector following the instructions provided in the screen protector package. Unprotected screens become scratched and scuffed over time. Screen protectors extend the life of the display by providing a protective and replaceable barrier between abrasive grit and the surface of the display. It is recommended to replace the screen protector every two months, or more often if heavily used.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Barcode Scanner Depending on the configuration, the handheld may include an integrated laser ID barcode scanner. NNOTE: To be able to use the barcode scanner while the handheld is in Kiosk mode, a shortcut button for using the scanner must be set while in Admin mode before changing to Kiosk mode. Activating the Scanner 1. Tap Windows Start> Settings > System > Scanner Setup. 2.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview 4. Tap to select the Circle Shortcut button. You may need to scroll to find it. 5. Tap the Assign a program field and select Scan Agent. You may need to scroll to find it. Figure 134: Select Circle Shortcut Figure 135: Select Scan Agent Figure 136: Tap OK 6. Tap OK. Result: The circle shortcut button on the handheld keypad is now programmed to scan a barcode when pressed. NNOTE: The scanner can be used to capture ORION endpoint serial numbers.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Flashlight Depending on the configuration, the handheld may include a camera. The dual LEDs for the camera flash can also be used as a flashlight. Tap Windows Start> Flashlight to toggle the Flashlight on and off. Figure 138: Flashlight Programming a Keypad Button for Flashlight Any of the buttons on the top row of the handheld keypad (Windows Start, LEFT, RIGHT, CLEAR) or the circle shortcut button can be programmed to act as the flashlight button.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Working with Bluetooth The handheld has been designed to operate with the internal Bluetooth®—a short-range wireless communication technology that exchanges information (beam) over a distance of up to 30 feet (10 meters), without requiring a physical connection. Tap Windows Start> Settings> Bluetooth.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Power: • Tap if you want to select "Maintain Bluetooth connections when device is turned off." • Tap if you want to select "Allow Bluetooth activity to turn the device on." When this check box is selected, another Bluetooth device can send data and your unit will turn on and reply if necessary. IIMPORTAN Leaving wireless options on reduces battery life. It is recommended that your handheld be configured to automatically turn off when not in use.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Working with GPS Tap Windows Start> Settings> System> System Information. Then select Wireless from the selections that display across the top of the screen to verify that GPS is installed and is using COM 2. The GPS is compatible with applications that accept the NMEA position information using a default baud rate of 9600. GPS Settings If you are using only one GPS-aware application, these settings do not need to be changed.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Working with the Speaker/Microphone The handheld comes with an integrated speaker and a microphone. It also has a 3.5 mm audio jack that is wired for a headset with a stereo speaker and microphone combination. Recording 1. To record, tap Windows Start> Notes. 2. If you do not see the Recording tool bar, tap the Menu button at the bottom of the screen and select "View Recording Toolbar." 3. Tap the round Record symbol on the screen. See Figure 147.
Trimble ranger 3 handheld overview Factory Reset/Clean Boot THIS PROCEDURE RESETS THE TRIMBLE RANGER TO "FACTORY FRESH" CONDITION AND REMOVES ALL PREVIOUSLY ADDED SOFTWARE, INCLUDING ANY BADGER METER SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS. Start the factory reset procedure with the handheld powered on. 1. Press and hold the green power key. When the countdown timer starts, release the green power key. Result: The Power Menu displays. 2.
Using the handheld keypad USING THE HANDHELD KEYPAD Left = Bottom left screen command Right = Bottom right screen command Windows® Start Clear contents of the selected field Circle shortcut - Can be programmed as barcode scanner button APP MENU and COMM MODE buttons are programmable Navigate fields on screen with right/left/up/down arrows Center key = select or enter Numeric keys Dash/Hyphen Fn (Function) key + Yellow label key = Hot Key function Yellow label denotes Hot Key Alpha keys On/Off pow
Keypad shortcuts KEYPAD SHORTCUTS The software includes a number of keys on the handheld that provide meter reading shortcuts. Quick Key Double press (or single press) the alpha key to perform the desired function. The default is double press. Example: To change the route reading direction, press DD on the keypad. To toggle back, press DD again. NNOTE: See "" on page 54 to change from double press to single press when using quick keys.
Configuration options CONFIGURATION OPTIONS The Trimble Ranger 3 handheld is available in three configuration options: • Handheld with an internal ORION ME transceiver and built-in GPS, WiFi, camera, flashlight and bar code scanner • Handheld with an internal ORION CE receiver and built-in GPS, WiFi, camera, flashlight and bar code scanner • Handheld for manual reads only (no radio) with built-in GPS and WiFi Config 1: Handheld back view with internal ORION ME transceiver Config 2: Handheld back vie
Configuration options Connecting an External Mobile Transceiver or Receiver For handhelds configured with an internal transceiver or receiver (Config 1 and Config 2 on previous page), one external ORION ME mobile transceiver or ORION CE mobile receiver can be connected to read ORION endpoints. 1. Place the magnetic mount antenna on the vehicle roof. Ensure that the free area around the base of the antenna equals the antenna height.
Appendix APPENDIX October 2014 ORION® Field Application 4.
Glossary GLOSSARY ADE® Absolute digital encoder (ADE) is a position-based encoder that senses the position of each number wheel to determine the reading for touch and AMR/AMI systems. The encoder displays as ”ENC“ on the software screens. AMI Advanced metering infrastructure (AMI). AMR Automated meter reading (AMR) system that uses radio frequency technology to transmit meter readings between an endpoint and a data collection device.
Glossary ORION CE The ORION Classic endpoint is a one-way local automated meter reading (AMR) system which communicates with a mobile receiver designed to read ORION water and gas endpoints. The receiver has Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) technology to minimize interference and eliminate FCC licensing. ORION Endpoint Utility The programming and quick read software application for ORION Cellular, Migratable (ME), Fixed Network (SE) and Classic (CE) endpoints.
Account status icons ACCOUNT STATUS ICONS Icons display on the account read screen. Click an icon to see a description for what the icon represents.
Status codes STATUS CODES Status codes are displayed on several of the screens within the software. The following is a list of status codes and their descriptions. Status Code Description CR Cover Removal (gas only) EE Encoder/Register Error IR Programmed via IR – endpoint was programmed using the infrared cable LB Low Battery LK Leak MMI Mobile Mode Indicator NU No Usage REV Reverse Flow (encoder or gas only) T Tamper VALID COM PORTS The following is a list of valid COM ports.
Gas meter drive rotation GAS METER DRIVE ROTATION The table below displays the drive gear rotation direction for common gas meter makes/models.
Gas meter drive rotation HANDHELD STATUS INDICATORS Status Indicators Status indicators may display at the top of the screen. The status indicator icons are shown here with a description of what they indicate. Icon Description Battery power is low Icon Description Other networks are detected.
Loading and unloading with memory stick LOADING AND UNLOADING WITH MEMORY STICK The Load/Unload option on the ORION Field Application main menu is used to load and unload route files on the handheld using a memory stick. NNOTE: Route files can also be transferred using FTP with an Internet connection. For complete information, refer to the Wireless Load and Unload User Manual, available at www.badgermeter.com.
Load route LOAD ROUTE 1. Transfer the route files from the reading data management software to the memory stick. 2. Insert the memory stick into the USB port at the bottom of the handheld. 3. From the ORION Field Application main menu, tap Load/Unload. Result: The Load screen displays the load files (services) on the memory stick. 4. Tap the Memory Stick file on the Load screen to begin the load process. Result: A progress bar displays during the route load process.
Using versaprobe with bluetooth USING VERSAPROBE WITH BLUETOOTH IIMPORTAN The VersaProbe should physically be within 10 feet of the handheld to set up a successful wireless connection and the battery should be fully charged. Place the VersaProbe in Discovery Mode This process places the VersaProbe in discovery mode so it can be recognized with the Bluetooth connection. If performed correctly, this step only needs to done once. 1. Squeeze and hold the trigger of the VersaProbe.
Using versaprobe with bluetooth Set the VersaProbe COM Port on the Handheld 1. Access the main menu in the ORION Field Application software on the handheld. If you need help, go to "Program Startup and Exit" on page 9. 2. Select Settings> Hardware Options to set the COM port for the VersaProbe. For additional information, see "VersaProbe Touch Pad Reads" on page 19. 3. Tap Back twice to close the Settings screens and return to the main menu.
Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Communications Error The correct COM port must be set for any hardware attached to the handheld. See "Hardware Options" on page 50 and "Valid COM Ports" on page 93 for additional information.
Technical support TECHNICAL SUPPORT Errors do not normally occur, so it is important to report all occurrences of error windows to Badger Meter Technical Support. NNOTE: Trouble Codes and/or information from any notes created in Comments Codes/Messages can be useful when reporting a problem to Technical Support.
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