Badger-meter ORION AMR/AMI Hardware Solutions for Gas Utilities User Manual

ORION®Field Application Meter Reading Software 2.5 for Trimble® Ranger 3ORI-UM-00185-EN-04 (April 2014)User Manual

5. Tap ORION Field Application to start the software. Result: The Clock Verication screen opens as shown in Figure 6. Figure 5: ORION Field Ap

OTE:N When the software is accessed for the first time, the License Agreement screen opens automatically, after the Clock verification screen. Read

COPYRIGHT SCREENThe Copyright screen displays the following information.• Program name, software version and copyright• Device name (handheld "

MAIN MENUThe Main Menu is the starting point for all meter reading operations. There are four options on the Main Menu. Figure 13: Main MenuRead Rout

READING A ROUTERead Route Login1. Tap Read Route on the Main Menu. A route must be loaded. Result: The Pin/User ID Entry login screen displays.2. E

Account Read ScreenThe account read screen is the main reading screen on the handheld. The information available on the screen is shown in Figures 16,

Figure 17: Account read screen – meter informationMeter InformationReading display field The meter reading displays in this field. In manual and touc

Figure 18: Account read screen – status and navigationStatus and NavigationReading mode The selected reading mode is displayed on the upper left side

Changing Read ModeChoose Manual or Auto mode when reading routes with the handheld to advance to the next account manually or automatically.Manual Mo

Bookmark an AccountThe software has a feature which allows you to bookmark an account. Bookmarks make accounts easier to find later. To bookmark an ac

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Manual and Touch Pad ReadsThe handheld can read ORION endpoints and touch pads, and collect manual reads. If the route contains a mix of meters, the h

Work ItemsThe account read screen for an ORION Migratable endpoint provides access to the two-way communication functionality of the endpoint through

Tap the Work Items button on the ORION ME account read screen to display the Work Items screen. The screen has three selections: Extended Status, Firm

Requesting Extended Status ManuallyExtended status includes additional information which has been programmed into an endpoint, including meter type an

3. Tap View. Result: The Extended Status screen displays with the details of the selected account. 4. Tap Close to return to the Work Items screen.

Requesting Firmware Version ManuallyIf a work item was not assigned by the reading data management operator, you can manually initiate a request for t

3. Tap View. Result: The Firmware Version screen displays with the endpoint rmware version of the selected account. 4. Tap Ok to return to the Wor

Historical Interval DataWhether initiated automatically or manually, the ORION field application software is capable of extracting historical profile

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

As the data is requested and extracted from the endpoint, a progress bar displays as shown in Figure 41. ”Complete“ displays when the historical int

CONTENTSINTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5USER GUIDESOFTW

READ MENUTo access the Read Menu, tap the Menu button on the account read screen. The Read Menu has several functions which are associated with the ac

SearchThe Search screen provides multiple ways to search accounts in the route file(s) loaded on the handheld. Figure 45: Search screenTo access the

Search View TypeOn the Search screen, tap the view type (button between Save and Reset) to select Grid, List or Paged. This selection determines how t

Search CriteriaTap the Search Criteria button on the Search screen to see a list of search criteria.Figure 50: Criteria to search byThe criteria list

How to SearchYou can search for a account in the route using any of the criteria in the Search By field and display the results in three different way

4. Depending on the search criteria, additional elds display as in the example shown in Figure 54. Operator: Tap to select an option: Contains, St

Figure 57: Selected account read screenFigure 58: Account menu7. On the account read screen, tap Account. Then tap Search in the menu that displays

Exception SearchUsing the Search feature, you can find accounts with certain exception conditions. Symbols/icons used to indicate the exception condit

Multiple Criteria SearchYou can add Search Criteria to narrow your search and get to the results you need quickly. This option is useful when looking

Saving a SearchThe software allows you to save a search. This option saves time for a search you perform frequently.1. From the Read Menu , tap Searc

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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.

Select RouteWhen there is more than one route loaded, the Select Route option displays on the Read Menu. From the customer account read screen, tap Me

View High/Low1. Tap View High/Low on the Read Menu to see the high and low values for the account that was displayed before selecting the Read Menu.

Reader CodesReader Codes are predefined by the reading data management software operator. The codes are often used to describe typical, non-emergency

Text MessagesText Messages can be created when appropriate Trouble or Reader Codes are not available. Text messages are alphanumeric, with up to 140 c

Edit a Message1. From an account read screen with a text message, tap Menu > Comments > Text Messages or press Fn+N on the keypad from an accou

Erase ReadOTE:N If a reading is not stored in the customer record, the Erase Read option does not display on the Read Menu.1. Tap Erase Read on the R

UTILITIES The Utilities Menu can be accessed either from the ORION Field Application Main Menu or from Read Menu> Utilities. The Utilities Menu has

Battery Info The second option on the Utilities Menu is Battery Info. 1. Tap Battery Info to display information about the battery charge and life. 2

HardwareThe Hardware Settings screen displays the communication (COM) ports for the hardware attached to the handheld. The COM ports will be set durin

INTRODUCTION The ORION® Field Application 2.5.x s oftware application is designed for use with the Trimble® Ranger 3 handheld computer for utility me

Program Options1. Tap Program Options on the Settings Menu to display the rst of three Program Options screens. 2. On the Options 1 of 3 screen, ta

High/Low OptionsTap High/Low Options on the Settings Menu to display the settings for high or low readings. Advance on High/Low: A high reading (highe

Displayable Field Settings Tap Displayable Field Settings on the Settings Menu to see the User Defined Fields screen. This screen displays the predef

Customizations Tap Customizations on the Settings Menu to access the two customization screens. The meter reader has complete control of these screens

ROUTE INFOFigure 102: Route summary informationThe Route Transfer Info screen can be accessed from the Main Menu. The screen provides date and time s

PROGRAM & QUICK READProgram & Quick Read provides access to VersaProbe quick read functions and to the ORION Endpoint Utility software.1. Acc

VersaProbe Quick ReadA VersaProbe wand is used for close proximity touch pad meter reading. The wand can be connected to the handheld serial port or v

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TRIMBLE RANGER 3 HANDHELD OVERVIEWThe Trimble Ranger 3 is a handheld computer designed for fully automated data collection along a route for meters eq

Handheld Top ViewHandheld Bottom ViewGeneral Care of the HandheldUse a mild detergent and a clean soft cloth to clean the body of the handheld. Do not

Typographic Conventions• Items on the software screens that you need to select or choose by clicking a button, highlighting, checking a box or anothe

Initial Setup1. Install the battery.The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery is shipped detached from the unit. Insert the battery at the bottom of the compa

MPORTANTIFully charge the battery at least 4 hours before use. The battery LED (left LED) will turn green when fully charged. Always use the chargers

Working with the Handheld BatteryCharging the BatteryThe AC charger that ships with the unit has adapters to fit almost every electrical outlet. Conne

Conserving the BatteryThe handheld conserves battery power by turning itself off when not in use. Press and release the green power key on the keypad

Handheld Basic OperationsTurning the Handheld OnTo turn on the handheld, press the green power key on the keypad. An audible beep sounds and the “boot

Using the Touch ScreenOTE:N This manual provides instructions for touch screen navigation and operation of the handheld. Quick Keys and Hot Keys are k

Changing the Handheld Date and TimeMPORTANTIThe date and time on the Trimble Ranger 3 handheld must be accurate to ensure communication with the ORION

Barcode ScannerDepending on the configuration, the handheld may include an integrated laser ID barcode scanner. OTE:N To be able to use the barcode sc

4. Tap to select the Circle Shortcut button. You may need to scroll to nd it. 5. Tap in the Assign a program eld and select Scan Agent. You may ne

FlashlightDepending on the configuration, the handheld may include a camera. The dual LEDs for the camera flash can also be used as a flashlight.Tap W

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Working with BluetoothThe handheld has been designed to operate with the internal Bluetooth®—a short-range wireless communication technology that exch

Power:• Tap if you want to select "Maintain Bluetooth connections when device is turned off."• Tap if you want to select "Allow Bluet

Working with GPSTap Windows Start> Settings> System> System Information. Then select Wireless from the selections that display across the top

Working with the Speaker/MicrophoneThe handheld comes with an integrated speaker and a microphone. It also has a 3.5 mm audio jack that is wired for a

Factory Reset/Clean BootTHIS PROCEDURE RESETS THE TRIMBLE RANGER TO "FACTORY FRESH" CONDITION AND REMOVES ALL PREVIOUSLY ADDED SOFTWARE, INC

USING THE HANDHELD KEYPADTrimble Ranger 3 handheld keypadYellow label denotes Hot KeyOn/O power Windows® StartFn (Function) key + Yellow label key =

HOT KEYS, QUICK KEYS, READ KEYSThe handheld software includes a number of Hot Keys and Quick Keys that provide meter reading shortcuts.Hot Key Press

CONFIGURATION OPTIONSThe Trimble Ranger 3 handheld is available in three configuration options: • Handheld with an internal ORION ME transceiver and

Connecting an External Mobile Transceiver or ReceiverFor handhelds configured with an internal transceiver or receiver (Config 1 and Config 2 on previ

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SOFTWARE SECURITY MODES The Trimble Ranger 3 handheld can operate in one of two modes:• Admin mode gives full-use access to all the software loaded o

GLOSSARYTERM DESCRIPTIONADE Absolute digital encoder (ADE) is a position-based encoder that senses the position of each number wheel to determine the

TERM DESCRIPTIONORION Endpoint Utility The programming and quick read software application for ORION Cellular, Migratable (ME), Fixed Network (SE) and

STATUS CODESStatus codes are displayed on several of the screens within the software. The following is a list of status codes and their descriptions.S

GAS METER DRIVE ROTATIONThe table below displays the drive gear rotation direction for common gas meter makes/models.CW = clockwiseCCW = counter clock

HANDHELD STATUS INDICATORSStatus indicators may display at the top of the screen. The status indicator icons are shown here with a description of what

ROUTE MEMORY STICKInitializing the Memory Stick The memory stick must be initially matched to the handheld before a route can be loaded.OTE:N If you n

LOADING A ROUTE1. Start at the Copyright screen. If you need help, see "Copyright Screen" onpage12.2. Insert the memory stick with the r

UNLOADING A ROUTE1. Start at the Copyright screen. If you need help, see "Copyright Screen" onpage12.2. Insert the memory stick into the

USING VERSAPROBE WITH BLUETOOTH MPORTANTIThe VersaProbe should physically be within 10 feet of the handheld to set up a successful wireless connection

Set the VersaProbe COM Port on the Handheld1. Access the Main Menu in the ORION Field Application software on the handheld. If you need help, go to &

PROGRAM STARTUP AND EXITOTE:N Before using the handheld for the first time, see "Initial Setup" onpage60 in Part II to ensure that the dev

TROUBLESHOOTINGCommunications Error The correct COM port must be set for any hardware attached to the handheld. See "Hardware" onpage49 an

Recovering a Backup Route Unload FileOnce a route file is unloaded, a backup route file can only be accessed using a security code and the following s

TECHNICAL SUPPORTErrors do not normally occur, so it is important to report all occurrences of error windows to Badger Meter Technical Support. OTE:N

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