User's Manual

1–2 Sensus Metering Systems
Chapter 1: About the AR5000
Office staff add route information into the AR5000 and
extract your meter readings and notes from it by connecting
it to a PC via a communication stand. The stand also charges
the battery, which should last through your shift.
This chapter gives you an introduction to the device,
including basic instructions for use, setup, and maintenance.
The chapter is divided into the following sections:
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Device Care & Handling on page 1-3 - This section lists
warnings and care instructions.
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Use the Hand-Held Device on page 1-4 - Basic instructions
for the ON/OFF, keypad, and display functions.
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Configuring the AR5000 on page 1-9 - Basic AR5000
configuration options.
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Set Up & Use the Communication Stand on page 1-18 -
Basic setup instructions for the communication stand.
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Charge the AR5000 on page 1-22 - How to charge the
AR5000 and replace the battery.
•
Contact Customer Support on page 1-27 - For Customer
Support.
You can find instructions for reading route information in
Chapter 2:
Collect Meter Data . You can find instructions on
searching for specific route-related information in Chapter 3:
Find Route Information .