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ITRON MC3 Installation Manual

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Mobile Collection (MC3 and MC3Lite)
Vehicle Preparation and
Hardware Installation
Guide
INSTALLATION GUIDE
07 May 2020
815-0207-00 REV 000
knowledge to shape your future
Itron, Inc. Page 1 of 4

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  • Page 1 Mobile Collection (MC3 and MC3Lite) Vehicle Preparation and Hardware Installation Guide INSTALLATION GUIDE knowledge to shape your future 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 1 of 4 07 May 2020...
  • Page 2 All other product names and logos in this documentation are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. For more information about Itron or Itron products, go to www.itron.com. If you have questions or comments about a software or hardware product, contact Itron Technical Support Services. Contact Email: support@itron.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Mobile Collector Radio Connections Removing the Mobile Collection System Removing the Mobile Collection Computer from the Vehicle Dock Disconnecting the Cables Mobile Collector System Maintenance Inspecting the Antenna Connectors and Cables 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 3 of 44...
  • Page 4 Vehicle Preparation and Hardware Installation Guide Table of Contents Inspecting the Antenna Base and Whip Inspecting the Antenna Base and Whip Cleaning the Antenna Replacing the Antenna Gasket Replacing the Antenna Gasket 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 4 of 44...

  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    B efore You Begin Mobile meter readers should use this document to install and operate the MC3 and MC3Lite Mobile Collection hardware systems. For detailed information on the system, its components, and system administration and maintenance, see the Mobile Collection Administration Guide.
  • Page 6 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 7 U.S. Department of Transportation standards. Use of any Mobile Collection system in an aircraft is not supported by Itron nor certified for transmitting by the Federal Aviation Administration and/or Transport Canada. Consult your local Aviation Authority for additional guidance.

  • Page 8: New In This Revision

    New in this Revision The following information has been added or revised in this version of the documentation.  New Information ■ Updated information for MC3 and MC3Lite Mobile Collection systems Documentation Conventions The following documentation conventions are used: 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc.
  • Page 9 Note: This type of note supplies generic information to the user. The information could be ignored and the user could still continue with a task without suffering any adverse consequences. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 9 of 44...

  • Page 10: Vehicle Preparation

    Install the power supply cable. Installing the Power Supply Cable on page 11 Install the integrated antenna. This is broken into Installing the Integrated Antenna on sub-tasks. page 12 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 10 of 44...

  • Page 11: Installing The Power Supply Cable

    1. Select a location in the vehicle for the connector end of the cable so that it reaches the cable that connects to the Mobile Collector. An extension cable is available from Itron, if needed. 2. Route the unterminated end of the cable to the voltage and grounding sites in the vehicle.

  • Page 12: Installing The Integrated Antenna

    For example, a 900MHz signal, having a 13-inch wavelength, should have a ground plane of 39 inches. Note: Itron recommends that you do not trim, shorten, or secure any cabling until you are confident of its routing. Installing the Antenna Mounting Base The following diagram shows the parts of the integrated antenna base.
  • Page 13 7. From under the mounting surface (inside the vehicle), slide the washer on the mounting stud and screw on the hex nut. 8. Tighten the hex nut until the gasket on the base of the antenna compresses to 50% of its original thickness. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 13 of 44...

  • Page 14: Connecting The Antenna To The Antenna Mounting Base

    2. Press the antenna onto the thread nut of the antenna mounting base. 3. Rotate the antenna clockwise until it is firmly in place. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 14 of 44...

  • Page 15: Installing Mobile Collection Components

    ■ Ram Mounting Systems at www.rammount.com.  Itron has no liability or obligation due to an incorrect installation or any installation that does not follow the procedures included in this document. Itron is also not liable for any third-party equipment installed by the customer.

  • Page 16: Mobile Collection Hardware Kit

    Your Mobile Collection hardware kit arrives in a cardboard shipping box. The Mobile Collector radio unit is packaged in a smaller reusable shipping box with foam inserts. You can save this Itron-tested shipping box and use it to safely return the radio unit to Itron in case of future maintenance or repair needs.

  • Page 17: Installing The Mobile Collection Components

    When attached, the junction box on the sled should face the passenger side door of the vehicle. Install the sled on the passenger seat before mounting the MC3 or MC3Lite radio. You must install the sled and secure it with the vehicle seat belt.

  • Page 18: Junction Box

    Junction Box The junction box distributes power from the vehicle to the MC3 or MC3Lite radio and Mobile Collection computer. Install the junction box on the sled or pedestal mount before you install the Mobile Collection system for the first time.

  • Page 19: Vehicle Docks

    Mobile Collection computer and Mobile Collector radio. There are three types of vehicle docks, depending on your computer: ■ The FZ-G1 (10”) tablet dock ■ The FZ-M1 (7”) tablet dock ■ The CF-33 laptop dock 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 19 of 44...
  • Page 20 It comes pre-attached to the sled. For more information, see Tilting and Swiveling the Dock on page 25. The FZ-G1 tablet may be used with either the MC3 or the MC3Lite Mobile Collection system. Description Barrel lock...
  • Page 21 1. Ensure the dock is unlatched by pulling the latch handle down. 2. Holding the tablet in landscape position, angle the bottom of the tablet towards the dock's connectors. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 21 of 44...
  • Page 22 Note: The latch handle moves the latch hook into place over the front of the tablet. 5. When the latch hook is on the top of the tablet, the tablet is now securely latched to the dock. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 22 of 44...
  • Page 23 3. Slowly lower the back of the laptop onto the dock, ensuring that the laptop connectors and the dock connectors are aligned. The back of the laptop and the two dock latch hooks should 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 23 of 44...
  • Page 24 1. Lock the dock by inserting the dock key into the dock lock and turning it clockwise until the lock is in the locked position.  07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 24 of 44...
  • Page 25 Tilting and Swiveling the Dock The tilt and swivel mechanisms operate the similarly on tablet and laptop docks. A tablet dock is shown below as an example. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 25 of 44...
  • Page 26 When the sled and tablet dock are in a vehicle, the tablet dock can only swivel towards the driver, up to 90 degrees. The swivel hardware is located where the tablet dock attaches to the sled (see the following illustration). 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 26 of 44...

  • Page 27: Mounting The Mobile Collector Radio In The Vehicle

    The Mobile Collector radio is mounted in a harness with clips so that it can attach to either a bucket or bench seat in a vehicle. The MC3 and MC3Lite are each shipped in its harness with the straps set up for a bucket seat. The bench straps are included with the radio.

  • Page 28: Vehicle Sled

    The Mobile Collector radio must be mounted high enough on the seat so that the right-side ports on the Mobile Collector computer are accessible. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 28 of 44...

  • Page 29: Mobile Collector Radio Connections

    Vehicle Preparation and Hardware Installation Guide 3  Installing Mobile Collection Components Vehicle Sled Parts The following example illustration shows an MC3Lite radio and sled components installed in a vehicle. An MC3 installation would be similar. Item Description Mobile Contains components necessary for collecting mobile reads, such as the Collector processors, receivers, and GPS equipment.
  • Page 30 MC3Lite. In addition to wiring the power cable directly to the vehicle, a 12V auxiliary power cable is available. Itron recommends the use of the permanent solution for better power sourcing. Caution:  When using the auxiliary power cable, always disconnect this cable from the power source when not in use.
  • Page 31 MC3. In addition to wiring the power cable directly to the vehicle, a 12V auxiliary power cable is available. Itron recommends the use of the permanent solution for better power sourcing. Caution:  When using the auxiliary power cable, always disconnect this cable from the power source when not in use.
  • Page 32 Junction box to the Mobile Collection vehicle dock ■ Junction box to the Mobile Collector radio Mobile Collection does not use the auxiliary (AUX) outlet. The following example shows an MC3 radio and sled for a laptop with all the power cables connected. Connection  Description...
  • Page 33 11. It can also be plugged into the 12v power supply. Connecting Power to the Mobile Collection Vehicle Dock Note: The computer power supply, input cable, and USB cable come pre-attached to the dock. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 33 of 44...
  • Page 34 Then gently pull back on the connector to remove it. Connecting Power to the Mobile Collector Radio 1. Plug one end of the Input power cable (CBA-0269-001) into the RF UNIT receptacle on the junction box. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 34 of 44...
  • Page 35 Connect the omni-directional RF antenna cable to the MAIN ANTENNA connector on the MC3Lite or MC3 radio as shown in the following illustrations. Be sure to properly tighten the connector. A loose connection can lead to poor radio and read performance.
  • Page 36 3  Installing Mobile Collection Components Connecting Side-Looker Antennas to the MC3 The MC3 radio supports an additional set of antennas placed on top of the vehicle. These side- looker antennas help to gather additional reads from endpoints that can be read from either side of the vehicle at longer distances. ...
  • Page 37 3. On the MC3 radio, inside the vehicle, remove the caps to expose the side-looker antenna ports, identified by R and L. 4. Connect the side-looker antenna cables to their respective R (right) and L (left) antenna...
  • Page 38 Mobile Collection computer through a USB cable connecting the vehicle dock to the radio. Data Cables Connections Table The following picture shows an MC3 Mobile Collection system (with a laptop secured in a laptop dock) with all the data cables connected to their respective components.
  • Page 39 Connecting the USB Data Cable to the Radio 1. Ensure that the rectangular end of the USB data cable is inserted into the Mobile Collection vehicle dock USB port. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 39 of 44...

  • Page 40: Removing The Mobile Collection System

    Do not remove this cable tie or unplug the USB cable from the vehicle dock. The cable tie helps ensure a secure connection and should never be disconnected. 2. Plug the round end of the USB cable connector into the USB-labeled receptacle on the MC3 or MC3Lite radio.

  • Page 41: Removing The Mobile Collection Computer From The Vehicle Dock

    5. Release the mounting clips on the Mobile Collector radio harness and remove the radio. 6. Unbuckle the seat belt securing the sled to the passenger seat and remove the sled from the vehicle. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 41 of 44...

  • Page 42: Mobile Collector System Maintenance

    Connector.  The center pin of the connector should not be recessed or pushed into the connector housing. Replace the entire antenna base if the cables or connectors are damaged. Contact Itron Support Service if you need any assistance. Inspecting the Antenna Base and Whip The antenna whip is the radiating element that both transmits and receives the signals for the Mobile Collection System.
  • Page 43 For more information about ordering the gasket, log on to Itron Access or contact Itron Support Services at 1-877-487-6602. The replacement gasket part number is MSE-0210-001, which includes six gaskets.
  • Page 44 4. Ensure that the gasket is level with the antenna base to prevent pinching when the antenna is reconnected. 5. Reconnect the antenna to the base by turning it clockwise until it is firmly seated on the base. 07 May 2020 815-0207-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc. Page 44 of 44...

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