Summary of Contents for Landis+Gyr Gridstream RF Series IV
- Page 1 Landis+Gyr Gridstream RF Series IV Mesh Extender Installation and User Guide Publication: 98-1178 Rev AA ANDIS ONFIDENTIAL NFORMATION...
- Page 2 In no event will Landis+Gyr be liable for any incidental, indirect, special, or consequential damages (including lost prof- its) arising out of or relating to this publication or the information contained in it, even if Landis+Gyr has been advised, knew, or should have known of the possibility of such damages.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction and Overview ..........5 Overview . - Page 4 Table of Contents Landis+Gyr Import the Meter Manufacturer File..........30 Generating the Import Installation File (IIF) - Optional .
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Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction And Overview
Introduction and Overview Overview The Landis+Gyr Gridstream RF Series IV Mesh Extender is a 600mW radio transceiver operating in the 902-928 MHz unlicensed ISM band in conjunction with other Landis+Gyr Gridstream RF radios. It is designed to extend the range of the network in rural environments, where the distance between neighboring endpoints is too great for them to communicate reliably. -
Page 6: Rf Exposure
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Consult Landis+Gyr or an experienced radio technician for help WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Landis+Gyr could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. RF Exposure This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. -
Page 7: Standards Compliance
Référence: 106119-000: Antenne fouet, 5dBi, 915MHz, N Con., 50 ohms Standards Compliance The Gridstream RF Series IV Mesh Extender contains Smart Utility Network (SUN) 802.15.4g ready hardware. Installation and User Guide... -
Page 9: Chapter 2: Installation
Installation For All Installations Proper planning and thorough preparation are critical to successful installation of the Landis+Gyr Gridstream RF Series IV Mesh Extender (Extender). Safety Overview Prior to starting the installation process, you must develop and launch an installer safety training plan for initial, refresher and ongoing safety training. -
Page 10: Extender Installation Overview
Chapter 2 - Installation Landis+Gyr Extender Installation Overview The final guidelines provided by the utility or municipality determine where the Extender can be installed. It is the installer’s responsibility to know and follow the utility or municipality guidelines before installing the Extender. - Page 11 Mounting Bracket 28-1287 Cable Tie, 5.6 inch Length, UV, Nylon, Black 30-0055 Landis+Gyr RF Mesh Extender Antenna, Whip, 5 dBi 915 MHz, N Type 106119-000 Landis+Gyr RF Mesh Extender AC Power Cable Assembly, 30’ 19-1221 Landis+Gyr RF Mesh Extender Streetlight Cable Assembly, 6’...
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Page 12: Attach Extender To Standard Mounting Bracket
Chapter 2 - Installation Landis+Gyr Attach Extender to Standard Mounting Bracket 1. Install the Extender to the mounting bracket in the orientation as shown in Figure 2 - 1: • Insert screw (A), with a spring washer (B) and a flat washer (C) in the center hole of each side of the Extender and align to the pem nuts in the mounting bracket (D). - Page 13 Landis+Gyr Chapter 2 - Installation NOTE: Be sure to push the plug all the way in and feel a click to lock the AC cable. 3. Insert and tighten two UV stable tie wraps (G) to attach the AC cable, while making sure the cable is straight and not twisted up or down relative to its mating connector.
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Page 14: Grounding (Optional)
Chapter 2 - Installation Landis+Gyr Grounding (Optional) If a ground wire is required for your installation, a 6 AWG solid copper wire is recommended. 1. Install a 6 AWG solid copper wire ground connector (A) by tightening the screw (B). -
Page 15: Wood Pole Installation Procedure
Landis+Gyr Chapter 2 - Installation • Volt meter • 5/8” DA bolt with two nuts and washers • Miscellaneous hardware as required for installation and grounding Wood Pole Installation Procedure The following procedure details Extender installation on a standard wood utility pole. Ensure that required tools and materials are on hand and available. - Page 16 Chapter 2 - Installation Landis+Gyr 6. Attach the wires from the Extender to the screws on the terminal blocks inside the power disconnect box. Provide enough tension relief and a drip loop on the power cable below the power disconnnect box.
- Page 17 Landis+Gyr Chapter 2 - Installation 8. Securely hand tighten the included antenna on the antenna mounting connector of the Extender. • If the Extender is mounted upside down (antenna up), always inspect and verify the presence of an O-ring on the antenna base. The O-ring is included with the antenna. Verify that the O- ring has no physical deformities that could compromise the water tight seal at the base of the antenna.
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Page 18: Metal Pole Mount Installation
Chapter 2 - Installation Landis+Gyr 10. Secure power cable to pole as needed. NOTE: While securing the power cable to the pole, care must be taken to NOT DAMAGE the outer jacket of the power cable. A nick in the outer jacket will allow water to migrate inside the power disconnect switch and flood it. - Page 19 7. Using UV stable tie wraps, secure the power cable to the pole. • Landis+Gyr recommends tie wraps that are 1/2” to 3/4” wide. • While securing the power cable to the pole, care must be taken to NOT DAMAGE the outer jacket of the power cable.
- Page 20 Chapter 2 - Installation Landis+Gyr 9. Connect the grounding wire, if required, to the pole ground or neutral ground as local code allows. If no ground wire is present, install a 8’ by 5/8” copper clad steel ground rod and connect with the proper clamp.
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Page 21: Streetlight Arm Mount Installation
Landis+Gyr Chapter 2 - Installation Streetlight Arm Mount Installation VERIFY this street light has power 24/7 and is NOT remotely switched. Mount Extender to Streetlight Bracket The following procedure details Extender installation on a standard steetlight arm. Ensure that required tools and materials are on hand and available. -
Page 22: Mount On Streetlight Arm
Chapter 2 - Installation Landis+Gyr Mount on Streetlight Arm The Extender may be mounted with either an Up or Down antenna orientation to obtain the best communication path for your location. 1. Attach the Extender to the streetlight arm. A. Place the V-Bolt (A) over the streetlight arm and through the holes in the streetlight bracket. - Page 23 5. Re-install the photocell in the same manner. 6. Using UV stable tie wraps, secure the power cable to the light head. • Landis+Gyr recommends that tie wraps be the steroid version - about 1/2” to 3/4” wide and very thick. •...
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Page 24: Grounding (Optional)
Chapter 2 - Installation Landis+Gyr Grounding (Optional) If a ground wire is required for your installation, a 6 AWG solid copper wire is recommended. 1. Install a 6 AWG solid copper wire ground connector (A) by tightening the screw (B). -
Page 25: Chapter 3: Radioshop And Endpoint Testing Manager (Etm)
RadioShop and Endpoint Testing Manager (ETM) Configuration Using RadioShop Wireless Configuration RadioShop 5.3 (or later), may be used for network configuration of the Extender. After the Extender has been installed, you may use a computer to connect to a local head-end radio (IWR), which will then be used to communicate with the Extender over the air. -
Page 26: Configure Local Radio To Match The Extender Network Id
To change the Network ID of the Local Radio, perform the following steps. NOTE: All Landis+Gyr Gridstream radios, including the Extender, ship with a default network ID, or CRC, of 670. In order to communicate with the new Extender, your local radio will have to be reconfigured to match the network ID (670) of the Extender. -
Page 27: Adding New Radios To Radioshop
Landis+Gyr Chapter 3 - RadioShop and Endpoint Testing Manager (ETM) Figure 3 - 4. Network ID 670 4. The Final Confirmation window will open. Click Next. Figure 3 - 5. Final Confirmation Window 5. A confirmation message verifies that the new Network ID has been assigned to the radio. Click Finish to return to RadioShop. -
Page 28: Locate Your Extender Using Radioshop
Chapter 3 - RadioShop and Endpoint Testing Manager (ETM) Landis+Gyr 1. Make sure your local radio is highlighted on the Nodes Pane. 2. Click Generate WAN Nodes Report. 3. From RadioShop home click Utilities > Radio > Discover Neighbors. Figure 3 - 8. Discovering Neighbors 4. -
Page 29: Chapter 4: Extender Configuration In Command Center
Extender Configuration in Command Center Overview Similar to endpoints, Extenders will auto-register to Command Center. After the Extender has been installed, it will attempt to auto register. For the Extender auto registration to complete successfully, the following prerequisites must be observed. •... -
Page 30: Import The Meter Manufacturer File
Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center Landis+Gyr 2. Click the CSV Template link. 3. Select Save and designate the file location. 4. Open up the saved .CSV file with Microsoft Excel. 5. Fill in the columns with the appropriate data. Each row in the document represents one Extender (or Endpoint) and should only contain data related to that specific unit. -
Page 31: Create An Import Installation File
Landis+Gyr Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center Create an Import Installation File Following is the procedure to create An Import Installation File. 1. From Command Center home, select Operations > Import > Import Installation File. The Import Installation File window will open. -
Page 32: Importing The Iif
Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center Landis+Gyr Table 4-1. Data Format Format/Description Meter number of the new meter being installed. This meter must exist in Command Center prior Installed Meter Number* AlphaNum (20) to importing the Import Installation File. Must... -
Page 33: Time Zone
Landis+Gyr Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center 4. Click Save to upload the file. 5. The Extender described in the IIF should now appear in Command Center. The Extender should display the data entered for it and have the status 'Installed'. -
Page 34: Extender Management
Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center Landis+Gyr Figure 4 - 6. Time Zone List 3. Note the correct Time Zone Value for your IIF. Extender Management The RF Mesh Endpoint Information screen will also provide information about the Extenders and Mesh Extenders in the utility’s RF Mesh system. - Page 35 Landis+Gyr Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center 4. Click the Details link. The Gridstream RF Endpoint Information Screen will open for the Extender, shown in Figure 4 - 8 Figure 4 - 8. Gridstream RF Endpoint Information The following information is displayed: •...
- Page 36 Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center Landis+Gyr Figure 4 - 9. General Settings Tab The General Settings tab displays current Extender settings. Data displayed includes: • Latest Signal Quality. N/A • Latest Phase. N/A • Initial Programming. Indicates the date the Extender was originally programmed and deployed in the field.
- Page 37 Landis+Gyr Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center Manage Tab The Manage screen, allows the user to issue commands to the current Extender, as well as, view commands previously issued. The following commands may be issued to the Extender: •...
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Page 38: Remove Extender From Command Center
Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center Landis+Gyr History Tab The History Tab, shown in Figure 4 - 12, provides a list of the events and errors that have been logged by this Extender. Figure 4 - 12. Extender History tab Remove Extender from Command Center This function allows the user to remove a deployed Extender from service. - Page 39 Landis+Gyr Chapter 4 - Extender Configuration in Command Center Figure 4 - 14. Remove Endpoint From Service 5. Enter Removed Electric Meter Information: A. Enter the Final kWh Reading. N/A. B. Enter the Final Reading Date. N/A. C. Enter Removed Endpoint Information. Select a reason for the removal from the drop down list box.
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Page 41: Chapter 5: Product Specifications
Product Specifications Series IV Mesh Extender Specifications Electrical Voltage 120-277 VAC Transmitter Frequency (MHz) Condition Specification Referenced to Antenna Input, CW conducted RF Output, Minimum 902-928 +27.5 dBm power at the N connector RF Output, Typical +29.81 dBm Frequency Range 902.2~927.9 MHz +/- 4.95 to +/-57.6 kHz, Frequency Deviation... -
Page 42: Technical Support
Wood pole, Metal pole, Streetlight arm Technical Support Landis+Gyr has a team of professionals who are full-time experts on our products. They work hard to find you answers quickly and provide you with the best technical solutions available. How to Contact Us Assistance can be obtained using any of the following methods.