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OpenWay® Riva CAM3S and CAM3M Installation Guide INSTALLATION GUIDE knowledge to shape your future 02 March 2020...
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Antenna Supported Specifications 915MHz 5.5dBi Remote Antenna Kit 915MHz 5.15dBi Remote Antenna Kit 915MHz 8.15dBi High Gain Remote Antenna Kit Star and Mesh Deployment Installation Requirements and Materials Order of Installation 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 3 of 102...
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Installing the New CAM3S/CAM3M Changing the IPv6 Prefix Address of the CGR Updating the Data Rate Specifications RF Filter Installation Placement Guidelines for Remote Antenna Connecting a RF Filter Australia Applications 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 4 of 102...
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OpenWay® Riva CAM3S and CAM3M Installation Guide Table of Contents Glossary Index 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 5 of 102...
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New in this Document Table shows the revision history for this guide, providing a description of the changes. Table 1 Document Revision History Revision Date Description ■ 815-0080-00 27 February New document. 2020 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 6 of 102...
■ Replacing an Existing CAM with a New CAM3S/CAM3M in the Field ■ RF Filter Installation CGR IOS Compatibility Ensure you are running the correct IOS version on your CGR. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 7 of 102...
Document Name Software Part Number Link Version CGR IOS Upgrade Guide v15.5 or later 815-0001-xx Cisco 1240 Connected Grid Cisco 1240 Connected Grid Router Router Hardware Installation Hardware Installation Guide Guide 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 8 of 102...
Note: The FCC ID, IC and Model numbers vary depending on the Cisco CGR unit. Contains (for the CAM3): ■ FCC ID: EO9OW3 ■ IC: 864A-OW3 ■ Model: OW3 ■ Model Name: CAM3 The following information may also appear on an exterior label: 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 9 of 102...
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution: 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.
These transmitters must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antennas or transmitters, that are not part of the CGR Host router and CAM3 module. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 11 of 102...
Modification and Repairs To ensure FCC compliance and system performance, this device, antenna and/or coaxial assembly shall not be changed or modified without the express written approval of Itron. Any unauthorized modification will void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This section provides information about the modules. In general, the CAM3S/CAM3M provides connectivity to supported devices, like Electricity Meters, and Battery Powered Devices, on the Itron OpenWay® Riva Communication system when installed into a CGR. See OpenWay® Riva Communication System Overview ®...
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OpenWay® Riva CAM3S and CAM3M Installation Guide 2 Introduction Figure 3 CAM3S/CAM3M Functionality The CAM3S/CAM3M's physical features include: a RF QMA Connector, and a 6-Pin Power Line Carrier (PLC) Signal Cable Connector among others. See figure. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 14 of 102...
Radio Frequency (RF) and Power Line Carrier (PLC) links within a mesh to route messages and data between standards-based smart meters Device Language Message Specification/Companion Specification for Energy Metering (DLMS/COSEM) and the headend system. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 15 of 102...
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Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) routing protocols that are independent of the physical link. See figure. Figure 6 OpenWay Riva Communication Solution Network 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 16 of 102...
RF Filter Kit The following items are included in the RF Filter installation kit (KIT-9036-001): ■ Mounting bracket ■ CGR to RF Filter cable ■ RF Filter ■ Lightning arrestor 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 17 of 102...
CGR/CAM3 has been designed and approved per FCC and ISED rules to operate with these antennas. Caution: Antennas not approved by Itron are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Installing the CAM3 with an unapproved antenna voids the product warranty and can void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
The following items are included in the Remote Antenna installation kit (KIT-0073-001): ■ 915MHz 5.5dBi gain antenna ■ Antenna mounting kit: Remote-mount adapter Antenna holder Mounting bracket 6-inch bolts (4) 1¾-inch bolts (2) 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 19 of 102...
Silicone seal Anti-seize lubricant Caution: Do not install a 5.5dBi antenna directly on the CGR/CAM3. Antenna installation directly on the CGR/CAM3 compromises mechanical integrity and will not meet the compliance requirements. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 20 of 102...
1⅝ in. Cable weight (lb./ft.) 0.33 0.46 0.70 Minimum bend radius 10 in. 8 in. 15 in. Cable attenuation @ 915 MHz ~1.2 dB/100 ft. ~0.84 dB/100 ft. ~0.70 dB/100 ft. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 21 of 102...
Note: For KIT-0049-001 or KIT-0073-001, a coaxial cable kit (KIT-9033-001) is required. ■ Remote-Mount High-Gain 915MHz antenna (KIT-0018-007) Note: For this antenna, a coaxial cable of sufficient length is required to introduce at least the minimum required loss. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 22 of 102...
1. Disable the power at the circuit, or power supply that the CGR AC Power Cable is connected. 2. Disconnect the CGR AC Power Cable, see item 1, from the AC Power Connector located on the bottom exterior of the CGR enclosure. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 23 of 102...
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CGR's door in the sequence shown in the figure and swing the door open. Figure 10 Six Captive Bolt Sequence to Loosen the CGR's Door The CGR's chassis hardware features Door Sensor located inside the door, see the highlighted 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 24 of 102...
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Figure 11 CGR's Door Sensor Location 4. Disconnect the Battery Backup Unit (BBU) Harness Cable, see item 1, from the Battery Backup Unit located on inside of the CGR's door. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 25 of 102...
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CGR's using Cisco's Guest Operating System (GOS). 5. Check the System (SYS) LED, see item 1, to ensure the CGR's power is off. The SYS LED is located on the bottom exterior of the CGR enclosure. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 26 of 102...
2. Remove the 6AWG Ground Cable, see item 2, located on the bottom right side of the CGR by removing the two screws from the ground lug, see item 1. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 27 of 102...
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Next, remove the four hex bolts, see item 1, and set them aside. d. Now, loosen the center self-locking hex nut, see item 2. This allows the Mounting Bracket to slide upwards and off the center stud. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 28 of 102...
1. Locate Slot 5 by the slot identifier label, see item 1, inside the CGR. 2. Loosen the two Phillips screws on the blank cover over Slot 5 and remove the cover. Use either a #2 Phillips or a 9/32" flat-blade screwdriver. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 29 of 102...
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RF QMA Connector, see item 1, on the front of the CAM3S/CAM3M. For more information about the remote antenna. See Installing the Remote Antenna 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 30 of 102...
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6. Close the CGRs door and tighten the six captive bolts that secure the hinged door using the sequence shown in the figure. Use a 1/2" (13mm) socket wrench and apply a torque of 6 to 7ft-lb. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 31 of 102...
The following line should be included on the label: Contains: FCC ID: EO9OW3 Reinstalling the CGR Back on the Pole After installing the new CAM3S/CAM3M in the CGR, you can reinstall the mounting bracket, and reinstall the CGR. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 32 of 102...
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3. Mount the CGR to the mounting bracket by sliding the hex bolt, see red arrow in figure and item 1, in the top front position on each side of the CGR into the corresponding slot on the mounting bracket. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 33 of 102...
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23 Hex Bolts Location on Side of CGR 6. Close the door and secure by tightening the six captive bolts using the sequence shown in figure. Use a torque of 6 to 7ft-lb when tightening the bolts. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 34 of 102...
Mount the antenna in a location where there is a clear, unobstructed, 360-degree view of the horizon. The antenna receives and transmits in all directions. Objects such as building walls, 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 35 of 102...
In instances where nearby RF radiators are present, conduct an inter-modulation interference study to evaluate the potential for interference and any effects it may have on system performance. Consult your Itron systems engineer for more information.
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RF Cable, item 1, that connects between the RF Filter and the Antenna, the Lightning Arrestor, item 2, the RF Filter, item 3 and the RF Cable, item 4, that connects between the CGR's N Connector and the RF Filter. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 37 of 102...
CGR. You will also need to install a grounded lightning arrestor to prevent lightning damage to the CGR. See Remote Antenna Connections & the Lightning Arrestor. Assembling the Remote Antenna 1. Remove the black rubber bumper from the end of the antenna. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 38 of 102...
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OpenWay® Riva CAM3S and CAM3M Installation Guide 4 Star and Mesh Deployment Installation Figure 27 Rubber Bumper Location 2. Slide the silicone seal over the base of the remote antenna. Figure 28 Silicone Seal Application 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 39 of 102...
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4. Push the silicone seal down over the top of the remote mount adapter plate. Figure 30 Silicone Over the Remote Mount Adapter Plate 5. Slide the antenna holder over the silicone seal. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 40 of 102...
Figure 32 Inspect Remote Antenna Holder and Adapter Plate Attaching the Remote Antenna to the CGR Mounting Bracket Use the following procedure to attach the antenna to the CGR mounting bracket: 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 41 of 102...
33 Remote Antenna to CGR Mounting Bracket Weatherproofing the RF Connections 1. Wrap vinyl electrical tape around the connection, starting at the RF Filter and moving up the cable as shown in the figure. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 42 of 102...
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The vinyl electrical tape provides a foundation for the Butyl rubber sealant, making it easier to disconnect the cable. 2. Wrap the vinyl electrical tape up the coaxial cable, overlapping each wrap as shown in the figure. Figure 35 Fully Covered Electrical Tape Application 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 43 of 102...
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7. Wrap vinyl electrical tape around the Butyl rubber, starting at the filter and moving up as you did in step 1. Figure 37 Electrical Tape Application Around the Butyl Rubber 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 44 of 102...
2. Enable the power at the circuit, or power supply that the CGR AC Power Cable is connected. 3. Install the CGR AC Power Cable, see item 1, to the AC Power Connector located on the bottom exterior of the CGR enclosure. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 45 of 102...
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40 Six Captive Sequence to Loosen the CGR's Door The CGR's chassis hardware features Door Sensor located inside the door, see the highlighted red item. The Door Sensor is a pressure-sensitive alarm switch that detects the opening and 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 46 of 102...
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Figure 41 CGR’s Door Sensor Location 5. Reconnect the Battery Backup Unit (BBU) Harness Cable, see item 1, from the Battery Backup Unit located on the inside of the CGR's door. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 47 of 102...
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CGR's using Cisco's Guest Operating System (GOS). 6. Check the System (SYS) LED, see item 1, to ensure the CGR's power is on. The SYS LED is located on the bottom exterior of the CGR enclosure. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 48 of 102...
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OpenWay® Riva CAM3S and CAM3M Installation Guide 4 Star and Mesh Deployment Installation Figure 43 System (SYS) LED Location 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 49 of 102...
3. Loosen the six captive bolts that secure the hinged CGR door using the sequence shown below and swing the door fully open. Use a 1/2" (13mm) socket wrench and apply a torque of 3 to 4 foot pounds (ft-lb). 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 50 of 102...
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Management System (CGNMS) operator to a potential security breach. When the switch detects the door has been opened or closed, it sends an event message to the CGR, which is stored in the router log file. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 51 of 102...
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5 Radio Frequency and Power Line Carrier Installation Figure 46 CGR's Door Sensor Location 4. Disconnect the Battery Backup Unit (BBU) Harness Cable, see item 1, from the Battery Backup Unit located on inside of the CGR's door. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 52 of 102...
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CGR's using Cisco's Guest Operating System (GOS). 5. Check the System (SYS) LED, see item 1, to ensure the CGR's power is off. The SYS LED is located on the bottom exterior of the CGR enclosure. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 53 of 102...
4. Tighten the retaining screws, see item 3, on the front of the CAM3S/CAM3M, securing the module in place. Use either a #2 Phillips or a 9/32" flat blade screwdriver and apply a torque of approximately 10in-lb. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 54 of 102...
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5. Remove the PLC Signal Cable Hex bolt plug, see item 1, using a 1/2" (13mm) socket wrench. Figure 50 Hex Bolt Plug Location for PLC Signal Cable 6. Insert the PLC signal cable, see item 1, into the bottom of the CGR. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 55 of 102...
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Figure 52 PLC Signal Cable and Cable Gland Location 9. Insert the PLC Signal Cable into the 6-Pin connector, see item 1, on the front of the CAM3S/CAM3M. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 56 of 102...
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Caution: The CAM3S is for Star deployments and uses the remote antenna . In contrast, the CAM3M is for Mesh deployments and uses the WPAN antenna instead. This is the only difference when is comes to deployment between the two devices. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 57 of 102...
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12. Close the CGR's door and tighten the six captive bolts the secure the hinged door using the sequence shown in the figure. Use a 1/2" (13mm) socket wrench and apply a torque of 6 to 7ft-lb. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 58 of 102...
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CGR's door shown in the figure inside the red circle. Figure 57 FCC Regulatory Label Placement The following line should be included on the label: Contains: FCC ID: EO9OW3 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 59 of 102...
2. Remove the 6AWG Ground Cable, see item 2, located on the bottom right side of the CGR by removing the two screws from the ground lug, see item 1. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 60 of 102...
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ACT Coupler Unit installation kit. d. Now, loosen the center self-locking hex nut, see item 2. This allows the Mounting Bracket to slide upwards and off the center stud. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 61 of 102...
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60 Mounting Bracket Rear Hex Bolt Locations 4. Slide the ACT Coupler Unit Mounting Bracket keyhole slot over the center stud with self- locking hex nut, see item 1, on the pole mount base plate. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 62 of 102...
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61 ACT Coupler Unit Mounting Bracket Center Stud with Self-Locking Hex Nut 5. Position the CGR Mounting Bracket over the center stud with self-locking hex nut, see item 3, and slide down behind hex nut. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 63 of 102...
1. Mount the CGR to the mounting bracket by sliding the hex bolt, see red arrow in figure and item 1, in the top front position on each side of the CGR into the corresponding slot on the mounting bracket. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 64 of 102...
1. Connect the 5-Pin Female External Power Supply Cable, see item 2, to the left-most Bulkhead Connector, see item 1, (AC Power Input) on the bottom of the ACT Coupler Unit. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 65 of 102...
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Warning! Ensure you follow the wiring diagrams. The no connected wires should be insulated to avoid connections with individuals or other items. Uninsulated wires are a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or injury. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 66 of 102...
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4. Connect the 3-Pin Female end of the ACT Coupler Unit, see item 2, to the CGR Power Cable to the Bulkhead Connector, see item 1, (Power Input) on the bottom of the ACT Coupler Unit. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 67 of 102...
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6. Connect the 6-Pin Female end of the PLC Signal Cable, see item 2, to the Male PLC Signal Bulkhead Connector, see item 1, on the bottom of the CGR. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 68 of 102...
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7. Insert the two screws into the ground lug, see item 1, to connect the ground cable, see item 2, to the CGR. Use a torque of 10 to 12ft-lb when tightening the screws. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 69 of 102...
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OpenWay® Riva CAM3S and CAM3M Installation Guide 6 ACT Coupler Unit Installation (CAM3M Only) Figure 72 Ground Cable and Lug Screws Location 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 70 of 102...
Laptop with USB port running PuTTY or similar terminal application. PuTTY is a terminal emulator, serial console and network file transfer application. It supports several network protocols including SCP, SSH, Telnet, rlogin and raw socket connection. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 71 of 102...
CAM3S/CAM3M from the anti-static shipping bag until it is ready to be placed into the CGR. Save the anti-static shipping bag for the removed CAM. ■ Available Field Network Director (FND)/ Cisco Grid Network Management System (CGNMS) FND/CGNMS operator (utility office or Itron Managed Services) to verify CAM3S/CAM3M operation ■ CGR communications port access ■...
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74 CGR's Door Sensor Location 2. Remove the 1/2" (13mm) Hex bolt plug, see item 1, located on the right hand side top of the CGR to gain access to the RJ45 connector. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 73 of 102...
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4. Plug the blue Cisco DB9-RJ45 Serial Cable, RJ45 end, into the CGR's RJ45 Connector, see figure, that you accessed located on the right hand side top of the CGR. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 74 of 102...
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Set the port Speed to 9600, see item b, in the Speed field. This is the baud rate. c. Select Serial, see item c, in the Connection Type field. d. Click the Open button, see item d. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 75 of 102...
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, see item 3. show module 10. Confirm that the Itron CAM location is shown. For example, CGR 1000 Third Party Module, Mod 4 is Slot 4. The Status of ok indicates the CAM is powered and active. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc.
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. Once (config) shows in the prompt, issue the commend a second conf t hw power 4 time. Verify that the Status is with another command. powered-dn do show module 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 77 of 102...
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QMA Connectors, see item a, and 1 6-Pin PLC Connector that is 4.20mm size, see item b, 1 mini USB Connector, see item c. All located on the front. Figure 82 CAM Features After visually verifying the existing CAM, it may be removed from the CGR. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 78 of 102...
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20. Grasp both of the handles, see item 3. And pull up and out to slide the CAM out of the CGR. Figure 83 CAM Handles, Phillips Screws and RF QMA Connector Location 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 79 of 102...
4.20mm end, see item 2, into the PLC Signal Cable, see item 3. The Bulkhead Connector Assembly Extension Cable (P/N 590-0420-00) converts the 6-Pin from a 4.20mm to 2.5mm size. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 80 of 102...
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Note: If the CAM is located in Slot 5, enter hw-module poweroff 5 6. At the config prompt, enter , see item 2. do show module 7. Verify that the new Status indicates , see item 3. powered-dn 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 81 of 102...
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Enter until the terminal prompt appears. If you still do not get a prompt, exit PuTTY and switch to another baud rate other than 9600. Note: Make sure that the cable is attached and undamaged. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 82 of 102...
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88 PuTTY Screen - CAM3M End 18. Close the door and secure by tightening the six captive bolts using the sequence shown in figure. Use a torque of 6 to 7ft-lb when tightening the bolts. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 83 of 102...
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CGR's door shown in the figure inside the red circle. Figure 90 Update the FCC Regulatory Label The following line should be included on the label: Contains: FCC ID EO9OW3 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 84 of 102...
CAM3 to acquire a new IPv6 address and forces the CAM3 to acquire a new PAN ID and causes all of the devices in the Destination Oriented Directed Acyclic Graph (DODAG) to reauthenticate. Note: If you are unfamiliar with this process, please contact your Itron representative for assistance. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc.
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In Infoblox DHCP server, go to Data Management > IPAM and add the new IPv6 Network to be used by the CAM3M once it is provisioned. Note: If you are unfamiliar with this process, please contact your Itron representative for assistance.
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17. Upgrade the new ACTD via the FND, using the following ioxclient commands: ioxclient.exe pr a FAR361 ioxclient.exe application list ioxclient.exe application install actd <dir path>\app-actd-ver-4.5.8.tar ioxclient.exe application list ioxclient.exe application activate actd ioxclient.exe application start actd ioxclient.exe application list 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 87 of 102...
165kbps Max. Data Rate DBPSK 100kbps Max. Data Rate ROBO 34kbps Max. Data Rate Physical Dimensions CAM3S/CAM3M 13.7cm H x 12.0cm W x5.4cm D, (5.4" H x 4.7" W x 2.1" 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 89 of 102...
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Or other regulators depending on country or region the CAM3 is configured for. * Frequency Range and Radio Output Power vary depending on what country or region the CAM3 is configured for. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 90 of 102...
RF Cable, item 1, that connects between the RF Filter and the Antenna, the Lightning Arrestor, item 2, the RF Filter, item 3 and the RF Cable, item 4, that connects between the CGR's N Connector and the RF Filter. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 91 of 102...
30 meters and/or three meters of vertical separation. In instances where nearby RF radiators are present, conduct an inter-modulation interference study to evaluate the potential for 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 92 of 102...
OpenWay® Riva CAM3S and CAM3M Installation Guide B RF Filter Installation interference and any effects it may have on system performance. Consult your Itron systems engineer for more information. ■ Height is preferred for optimal performance. Itron recommends installing the antenna no higher than 30 meters.
1. Use the 915MHz 2.8dBi WPAN antenna on the CGR for CAM3M. 2. Use the 915MHz 5.5dBi or 915MHz 8.15dBi remote antenna with the RF Filter for CAM3S. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 94 of 102...
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8.15dBi antenna is 2.2dB in addition to the required RF Filter and the supplied cable between the CGR and the RF Filter. Additionally, Itron recommends, you select a backhaul cellular provider that does not operate in the passband of the CAM3S/CAM3M, as this results in desensing the CAM's receiver as the two antennas are so close together.
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A Cisco® field area router (FAR) used as a network router in OpenWay systems. The CGR is a network router that serves as a data collection point for meters participating in the Cisco® radio frequency (RF) Mesh. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 96 of 102...
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“trains” defined as tools for delivering Cisco software to specific platforms. Lighting Arrestor A device used to protect the insulation and conductors of the system from damaging effects of lightning. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 97 of 102...
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A star network is an implementation of a spoke–hub distribution paradigm in computer networks. In a star network, every host is connected to a central hub. In its simplest form, one central hub acts as a conduit to transmit messages. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 98 of 102...
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OpenWay® Riva CAM3S and CAM3M Installation Guide Glossary System LED The System Light-Emitting Diode (LED) signals AC power is applied when the green LED is lite. 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 99 of 102...
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RF filter 94 Antenna RJ45 75 CGR mounting bracket 42 WPAN antenna 58 Remote adapter plate 40 Antenna holder Silicone 41 DB9-RJ45 serial cable USB to serial adapter cable 74 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 100 of 102...
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Remote adapter plate FCC regulatory label 32 Antenna 40 Plastic cable tie 58 Removal RJ45 hex bolt 74 CAM 80 Rubber bumper 39 System LED 27, 54 RF filter Connection location 94 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 101 of 102...
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Location 27, 54 Technical Specifications 89 Tighten door Sequence 32 USB to serial adapter cable DB9-RJ45 serial cable 74 Windows device manager Comm port 75 WPAN antenna Connection location 58 02 March 2020 815-0080-00 Itron, Inc. Page 102 of 102...
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