Globalstar MRI-1000 Installation Manual

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MRI-1000
Remote Meter Reading Interface

Installation Manual

GS-08-1274
Version 3.2
April 23, 2009
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GS-08-1724, v 3.2

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  • Page 1: Installation Manual

    All data and information contained in or disclosed by this document are confidential and proprietary information of Globalstar, Inc., and its affiliates and all rights therein are expressly reserved. By accepting this material, the recipient agrees that the information contained herein will be held in confidence and in trust and will not be used, copied, or reproduced in whole or in part, nor its contents revealed in any manner to others without the express written permission of Globalstar, Inc.
  • Page 2: Installation Guide For Mri

    Installation Guide for MRI-1000 GS-08-1724, v 3.2...
  • Page 3 8. Pictures taken of the Junction box: __________yes/no installation Power meter: __________yes/no N, E, S, W: ____________(yes/no) 9. Pictures of the location, taken Other directions: from the MRI-1000 looking _____________(yes/no) in all directions: 10. Describe any other antennas or equipment nearby GS-08-1724, v 3.2...
  • Page 4 Installation Guide for MRI-1000 GS-08-1724, v 3.2...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Scope Revision History Contact Information Safety Information FCC Notice Product Description Installation Procedure Supplies and Equipment Needed for MRI-1000 Installation Installation Block Diagram Installation Procedure Install Outdoor Unit Install Junction Box System Checkout Customer Care/Warranty Troubleshooting...
  • Page 6 Installation Guide for MRI-1000 GS-08-1724, v 3.2...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Product Description The MRI-1000 system provides a satellite-based path to read a modem equipped power meter like the GE kV2c. The system consists of a Outdoor Unit mounted high to provide an unobstructed view of the sky, and a Junction Box mounted closer to the Power Meter.
  • Page 8: Installation Procedure

    PSTN. Installation Procedure This procedure covers the installation of the MRI-1000 Outdoor Unit and Junction Box. This procedure can be easily adapted to new installations. This procedure assumes the system will be installed in accordance with all local electrical and building codes, including requirements for grounding and lightning protection.
  • Page 9: Supplies And Equipment Needed For Mri-1000 Installation

    Installation Guide for MRI-1000 Supplies and Equipment Needed for MRI-1000 Installation You may need additional items to complete the installation, including: • Mobile Satellite phone • Telephone wiring o 2 Conductor Telephone Wire. Length as required. o RJ-11 Crimp Lug, 1 ea o Volt/Ohm Meter •...
  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Guide for MRI-1000 Installation The MRI-1000 comes as a ready to mount assembly. The Outdoor Unit and 30’ft cable are affixed to the mounting bracket. Each Unit has been fully tested at the factory prior to shipping for deployment. The entire assembly mounts to the pole with two 4.5 inch lag bolts.
  • Page 11: Block Diagram

    Installation Guide for MRI-1000 Block Diagram GS-08-1724, v 3.2...
  • Page 12: Installation Procedure

    Antenna, or that the Antenna may interfere with. 3. When the mounting location has been selected, prepare the MRI-1000 bracket for mounting to the pole. Lay out the two 4.5 inch lag bolts with their plate washers.
  • Page 13: Install Junction Box

    6. Climb up the pole with MRI-1000 assembly and attach it to the pole with the lag bolts using a power driver. Have an assistant stand the conduit...
  • Page 14 Installation Guide for MRI-1000 2. Route CAT-5 Interconnecting Cable through the same gray Gland Nut in side of Junction box. (gray cable in the picture) 3. Note in the Junction Box lid the Serial Number and Phone Number of the Rooftop Box connected 4.
  • Page 15: System Checkout

    3. Call the Phone Number of the MRI-1000 with a Note – check with Globalstar OSAT tool to telephone or satellite phone during a good get estimated coverage times for the install coverage period.
  • Page 16: Customer Care/Warranty

    Globalstar, without charge for parts or labor. Globalstar reserves the right to use new or refurbished parts and/or then-current technology for any repairs/replacements, provided that they maintain form, fit, function compatibility.
  • Page 17 8. Pictures taken of the installation Power meter: __________yes/no N, E, S, W: ____________(yes/no) 9. Pictures of the location, taken from Other directions: _________(yes/no) the MRI-1000 looking in all directions: Describe any other antennas or equipment nearby GS-08-1724, v 3.2...
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Installation Guide for MRI-1000 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution 1. LED in Junction 110vac not being supplied check connections Box is off (NOT to Junction Box - GREEN or RED) 2. LED in Junction 110vac to Junction Box is At the Junction Box Terminal Board Verify That the...
  • Page 19 Installation Guide for MRI-1000 Problem Possible Cause Solution 3. No dial tone at There may be a break in Tip/Ring signals are carried on the two center the RJ11 inside connectivity of Tip & conductors of each RJ-11/12 Jack or Plug. They...
  • Page 20 Wait at least three (3) minutes and redial the MRI- calling test phone 1000 Number. If repeated dialing attempts still result in no connection Replace the MRI-1000 and return to mfg for warranty repair. GS-08-1724, v 3.2...

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