Inovonics EchoStream TapWatch EN1501 Installation And Operation Manual

EN1501/EN1501-XL EchoStream
Transmitter
Installation and Operation Manual - 04590E

1 Overview

Connected to pulse-output meters being used for multi-family submetering,
the EN1501 and EN1501-XL transmitters will transmit data to an RF
receiver that is connected to a Data Concentrator and Communicator
(DCC-5800). The EN1501 includes a replaceable battery; the EN1501-XL
includes a long-life battery that is not replaceable.

1.1 Inovonics Wireless Contact Information

If you have any problems with this procedure, contact Inovonics Wireless
technical services:
• E-mail: support@inovonics.com
• Phone: (800) 782-2709; (303) 939-9336

1.2 EN1501/EN1501-XL Components

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Figure 1 EN1501/EN1501-XL Components
A Battery (EN1501- B Tamper switch
style battery shown)
D Frequency band E Reset button
selection pins

2 Installation and Startup

2.1 Connect Transmitter to Meter

Connect the transmitter to the meter as follows:
1. Open the housing by pressing down on the base tab near the wiring
thru-hole while lifting away the cover.
2. Fully insert stripped wires into the removable header terminal.
3. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws that secure wires
to the removable header terminal.
4. Attach removable header terminal (if removed) to the transmitter board
as shown.
Note: If connecting to a meter that has polarity to its pulse output, the
negative (–) should be connected to the outside terminal, closest to the
corner of the board.
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TapWatch
B
C
D
E
C Removable header
terminal
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A
B
Figure 2 Connect the Transmitter to the Meter
A Cabling thru-hole

2.2 Select Frequency Band

If you are using either transmitter anywhere except North America, you will
need to select the frequency band for your geographic area. If you are
using the transmitter in North America, there is no need to select the
frequency band. All transmitters are set for North America by default.
Select Frequency Band on the Transmitter
1. Place the selection jumper included in the accessory pack on the
appropriate frequency band selection pins (Figure 1).
• Leave the jumper off the pins to select 902-928 MHz for North
America.
• Place the jumper on the left two pins to select 921-928 MHz for New
Zealand.
• Place the jumper on the right two pins to select 915-928 MHz for
Australia.

2.3 Mount the Transmitter

1. Use the double-sided tape to mount the transmitter to a clean wall.
2. If installing the EN1501, the transmitter can be secured a wall with the
mounting screw and anchor. Remove the battery to access the
mounting screw hole; press the reset button after replacing the battery.
Note: Ensure cabling enters the housing through the access wiring thru-
hole, and replace the housing (Figure 2).
A
Figure 3 Mount the Transmitter
A Anchor installed in wall
C Mounting screw

2.4 Register the Transmitter

Note: See "Programming the PMT-Meter Pair" in TapWatch User Manual
for more information.
1. Confirm that transmitter is connected to the meter.
2. Confirm that the battery is installed.
3. Go to the "Registered Meters" tab of the Site Information editor.
4. Click "Add" on the "Registered Meters" page; confirm selected building.
5. Complete the "Add New Meter To..." form when it appears.
6. Click the "Register" button.
7. When prompted, press the reset button on the transmitter; wait for
confirmation.
B Removable header terminal
B
C
B Double-sided tape