ITRON OpenWay Riva Installation Manual

ITRON OpenWay Riva Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 OpenWay Riva Water Remote Module Installation Guide Technical knowledge to shape your future Communications...
  • Page 2 Suggestions For more information about Itron or Itron products, see www.itron.com. If you have questions or comments about the software or hardware product, contact Itron Technical Support Services. Contact •...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Adapter plate mounting positions.....................21 Mounting the remote module on the adapter plate................22 OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor (OLS) installation with a remote water module............. 22 Connecting the SET valve to the remote Riva water module................23 Completing the SET valve wire connections....................23 Remote mount installation..........................
  • Page 4 Direct-mounting on the ABB Scancoder, InVision, or Digital Direct-Mount..........26 Direct-mounting to a Badger Direct-Mount register................28 Appendix A Completing Gel-cap Connections Using the Itron Splice Kit... 31 Appendix B Using the Itron Cable Armor............34 Installing the Itron cable armor .......................... 34 Appendix C Troubleshooting................
  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Important Safety And Compliance Information

    To ensure system performance, this device and antenna shall not be changed or modified without the express approval of Itron. Per FCC rules, unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 6: Canada, Ised Spectrum Compliance

    Cet émetteur be co-located or operating in conjunction with ne doit pas être co-localisées ou opérant en any other antenna or transmitter. conjonction avec tout autre antenne ou transmetteur. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 7: Lithium Battery Safety

    Warning: Internal circuit components can be sensitive to electrostatic discharge. Before installation, discharge electrostatic buildup by touching a metal pipe or other earth-grounded metal object prior to touching the meter body, register housing, or Itron device. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 8: Do Not Drop

    Important Safety and Compliance Information Do not drop Warning: While Itron modules are designed to withstand a drop, dropping the module may damage the device and void the warranty. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 9: Chapter 2 About The Openway Riva Remote Module

    Mobile Mode offering Mobile Handheld, Hard-to-Read Mobile, High-Power Mobile, or OpenWay Riva Network Mode. The OpenWay Riva Water modules ship from the factory in Factory Mode, which prevents unwanted radio transmissions during transit. After installation and programming, the pit modules acquire and transmit meter or register data in accordance with the selected pit module parameter settings.
  • Page 10: Openway Riva Remote Module Description

    TDC-1687-XXX OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module Installation Guide TDC-1743-XXX OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-XXX Customer setup to order secured OpenWay Riva modules TDC-1748-XXX First article review form TDC-1749-XXX OpenWay Collection Manager Operational Guidelines OpenWay Riva Collection Manager Device Interface Guide...
  • Page 11: Itron Security Manager (Ism)

    Itron Security Manager (ISM) Users have the option of enabling enhanced security in remote water modules. Itron Security Manager (ISM) is a feature of the OpenWay Riva Network that ensures that certain water module commands are controlled through secure radio communications between the handheld computer or Mobile Collector and the remote water module.
  • Page 12: Openway Riva Remote Module Operating Modes

    Caution: If you perform a Switch to OpenWay Riva Network Mode or Switch to Mobile Mode operation, it results in a loss of interval data. The OpenWay Riva water module operates using the 902 to 928 MHz in the ISM band frequency band and does not require an FCC license.
  • Page 13: Openway Riva Water Module Firmware Functionality

    • The remote water module is awakened from quiet mode and enters run mode in one of two ways: ◦ Counting two pulses. The pulses are counted internal to the OpenWay Riva remote module while it is in quiet mode.
  • Page 14: Events And Alarms

    OpenWay Riva Water module firmware functionality on page 9. The OpenWay Riva Water module reports the tampers available in Mobile Mode as well as extended meter alarms available from new solid-state and electronic meters connected to the water module. The extended alarms include: •...
  • Page 15: Chapter 3 Initializing And Connecting The Openway Riva Remote Module

    Bluetooth device running FDM Tools v4.0 or higher software and your utility's programming configuration file to program the OpenWay Riva remote module. Note: Do not program the OpenWay Riva remote module until it is connected to the water meter register.
  • Page 16: Remote Module Encoder-Type Register Connections

    • The FC300SR or Itron Mobile Radio are the only devices that support programming for the OpenWay Riva remote module endpoint. • The OpenWay Riva remote module and programmer should be a minimum of 12- inches apart while programming. • Do not place the programmer antenna directly on the OpenWay Riva remote module.
  • Page 17 Initializing and Connecting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module Remote module wire color Brown Gray Yellow (data) (power/clock) (ground) Register manufacturer Register screw color designator SM 700 (Severn Trent) Q200 (Sensus protocol) evoQ4 (Sensus Protocol) Elster AMCO evoQ4 Mag White Black...
  • Page 18: Remote Module Pulser-Type Register Connections

    • Itron Mobile Radio connected to a user-supplied computer or Bluetooth device Each handheld radio requires special setup and configuration parameters to successfully read and program OpenWay Riva remote modules. Refer to the respective meter reading application for specific instructions. When comparing the actual register value to that...
  • Page 19 Run Mode. Caution: Verifying the remote water module operation requires an FC300SR handheld computer or Itron Mobile Radio running FDM v4.0 or higher. Legacy Itron handheld programming devices cannot read the OpenWay Riva remote module.
  • Page 20: Chapter 4 Installing The Openway Riva Remote Module

    Direct-mounting the module to the meter register on page 25). Warning: While Itron modules are designed to withstand a drop, dropping the module can damage sensitive electronic components and void the product warranty. Remote module mounting accessories Remote module mounting accessories...
  • Page 21: Installing The Module Cable Strain Relief

    The cable tie gun shown in the illustration is equipped with a red dial that allows the user to set the cable tightening pressure of the cable gun. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 22: Installing The Remote Riva Module Backplate

    Installing the remote Riva module backplate After the connections are made to the register and optional telemetry device, attach the OpenWay Riva remote module's backplate. Mount the OpenWay Riva water module after the backplate is attached. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004...
  • Page 23: Attaching The Backplate

    2. Route the register cable through the bottom backplate cable cutout and telemetry device cable through the top backplate cable cutout. 3. Align the remote module backplate with the mounting screw holes. Verify that the Itron logo is not upside down.
  • Page 24: Pipe Mount Installation

    The module's tilt tamper functionality is designed to operate with the module installed vertically. 1. Remove the pipe bracket and band clamp from the pipe mount kit (Itron part number CFG-0005-003). Pipe brackets may be black or gray. These instructions show a black pipe bracket.
  • Page 25: Adapter Plate Mounting Positions

    If the pipe is at a 45-degrees angle up to the left, install the adapter plate as shown. If the pipe is horizontal, install the adapter plate as shown. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 26: Mounting The Remote Module On The Adapter Plate

    Installation of the OLS with a remote water module requires an OLS with flying lead ends (Itron part number LDS-1601-002). For the remote module installation instructions, see the installation guide for your Itron remote water module (for installation guide part numbers, Related documents.
  • Page 27: Connecting The Set Valve To The Remote Riva Water Module

    Connecting the SET valve to the remote Riva water module This section describes installation of a remote water disconnect valve in an OpenWay Riva water system. The OpenWay Riva Water remote module supports three valve states. • Connected. The water flow is open and flowing at 100% configured capacity.
  • Page 28: Remote Mount Installation

    Use the drilled back plate as your mounting template. The arrow on the remote water module must point up when installation is complete. Installing the OpenWay Riva remote module on a flat surface 1. Select an installation location.
  • Page 29: Direct-Mounting The Module To The Meter Register

    Direct-mounting remote water modules to a meter register requires a register designed for that purpose. This section describes remote water module installation for the following direct mount registers: • Badger ADE and RTR • Elster/AMCO (ABB) Scancoder, InVISION, and Digital OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 30: Direct-Mounting On The Abb Scancoder, Invision, Or Digital Direct-Mount

    Installing the OpenWay Riva Remote Module Warning: Do not use the direct mounting method in a pit environment. Use a water module for pit environments. OpenWay Riva remote modules direct mounted in a pit environment are not covered by the Itron warranty.
  • Page 31 3. Place the remote water module on the mounting bracket and route the yellow, gray, and brown wires through the opening. Note: A gasket is not required. 4. Install four Torx-head mounting screws (Itron part number SCR-0010-005). 5. Hand-tighten each screw. 6. Connect the remote water module wires to the register screw terminals following the remote water module to the Elster/AMCO meter register wire connections.
  • Page 32: Direct-Mounting To A Badger Direct-Mount Register

    Badger ADE register wire connections (see Remote module encoder-type register connections on page 12). 3. After the wires are connected, carefully tuck the connectors into the remote water module housing. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 33 Installing the OpenWay Riva Remote Module 4. To wire the OpenWay Riva remote module to the RTR 2-wire register, connect the remote water module wires to the 2-wire register using gel-cap connectors. After the wires are connected, carefully tuck the connectors into the remote water module housing.
  • Page 34 8. If the standard Torx screw is used (1), a wire seal is not necessary. If the optional slotted and drilled RTR screw is used, install a wire seal through the drilled screw from (1) to (2), or as specified by utility policy. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 35: Appendix A Completing Gel-Cap Connections Using The Itron Splice Kit

    Appendix A Completing Gel-cap Connections Using the Itron Splice Kit Caution: OpenWay Riva module wire terminations must be properly sealed with a non-conductive gel material to prevent water intrusion. Required materials • E-9R 3M® gel connector crimping tool (or other 3M approved crimping tool) •...
  • Page 36 The sealant may cause minor eye and skin irritation. Avoid eye contact. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Contact Itron Support for Safety Data Sheets (SDS). 5. After the water module to register or meter wire connections are completed, arrange the connectors in a single file.
  • Page 37 Completing Gel-cap Connections Using the Itron Splice Kit 8. Remove any leftover materials from the customer premises. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 38: Appendix B Using The Itron Cable Armor

    Appendix B Using the Itron Cable Armor This section describes the procedure for installing Itron cable armor in a field installation. The Itron cable armor provides a layer or protection for the module's cable jacket. Itron cable armor is available in five-foot sections.
  • Page 39 5. Continue to twist the cable armor onto the remote water module cable until the cable armor covers the entire cable. 6. Remove any leftover materials from the customer premises. Discard or recycle leftover materials. OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-004 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 40: Appendix C Troubleshooting

    Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software v 4.0 or higher. Cannot read the OpenWay Riva remote module. A remote water module that is not programmed will not transmit an SCM+. Reprogram the remote water module and perform a reread. If a remote water module is not initially programmed, it will not bubble-up and listen for an SCM+.

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