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INTEGRA Metering aquastream LoRa User Manual

Modular system for mechanical water meters
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  • Page 1 aquastream® Modular system for mechanical water meters User manual 9-730-UM-EN-06...
  • Page 2 Adding AQS-MBOC Dual outputs module 27.04.2021 Corrections/Improvements 02.03.2022 Adding AQS-L8 LoRaWAN module Original instructions Publisher INTEGRA Metering AG Ringstrasse 75 CH-4106 Therwil Switzerland Phone: +41 61 725 11 22 info@integra-metering.com www.integra-metering.com Reproduction of these instructions or parts of them in whatever form is not permitted without express written permission from the publisher.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Content Safety ..............................5 1.1 Intended use ............................5 1.2 Indications on safety instructions and symbols ..................5 1.3 Safety instructions and preventive measures ..................5 1.4 About this manual ..........................6 1.5 Handling, transport and storage ......................6 1.6 Return of the devices ..........................6 Scope of delivery and accessories ......................
  • Page 4 aquastream® Radio L8 (LoRaWAN) ................... 44 Maintenance ............................45 Waste disposal ..........................45 Certification, regulation ........................45...

  • Page 5: Safety

    1. Safety 1.1 Intended use The aquastream® module is designed and intended exclusively for use as a communication module for the PMK (cold water) and PMW (hot water) water meter family. Inappropriate or improper use may result in the operational safety of the device no longer being guaranteed. We accept no liability for any resulting damage.

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    › Protect the system against overvoltage, e.g. by means of suitable fuses. In particular, electrical welding must be avoided on associated equipment. › None of the information contained in this manual or in other documents relieves planners, engineers, installers and operators from their own careful and thorough evaluation of the system configuration with regard to functionality and operational safety.

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery And Accessories

    2. Scope of delivery and accessories The scope of delivery is described on the delivery note. Please check all components and parts delivered immediately upon receipt of the goods. Transport damage must be reported immediately! Quantity Description Picture aquastream® module Gel Connector (only for the M-Bus version) Plastic rivets...

  • Page 8: Products Variants

    3.1 Products variants 3.1.1 aquastream® M-Bus The aquastream® M-Bus is designed to be connected to an M-Bus network with a 2-wire cable. During operation in the M-Bus network, the aquastream® M-Bus module is powered by the network and can provide information according to the M-Bus protocol EN 13757-2/3.

  • Page 9: Dimensions

    Dual M-Bus and Pulses aquastream® M-Bus/Pulses interfaces with cable (AQS-MBOC) 3.2 Dimensions...

  • Page 10: Identification Aquastream® M-Bus

    Various information is available on the front of the product, as described here. N° Description CE Marking Year of Battery end life QR-Code INTEGRA Metering Logo Article number Protection Class IP68 Module type (AQS-MB) INTEGRA Metering Address Module Serial number...

  • Page 11: Identification Aquastream® Radio L8 (Lorawan)

    Various information is available on the front of the product, as described here. N° Description LoRaWAN Radio built-in CE Marking Year of Battery end life QR-Code INTEGRA Metering Logo Article number Protection Class IP68 Module type (AQS-L8) INTEGRA Metering Address Module Serial number NFC antenna...

  • Page 12: Qr-Code Format

    The QR-Code used on the communication modules contains the following information: Serial number of the module Module type: AQS-MB, AQS-W8, AQS-L8 or AQS-MBOC Article number Integra Metering It is constructed in the following way with semicolon separator: aquastream® M-Bus aquastream® M-Bus/Pulses XXXXXXXX;...

  • Page 13: Storage

    4. Storage The product can be stored in a dry place at temperatures between -20 °C and +70 °C for up to one year. INDICATION Longer storage at high temperatures can result in a considerable loss of battery life. 5. Installation The aquastream®...

  • Page 14: M-Bus Output

    The aquastream® M-Bus/Pulses module has a 5-wire cable for the interfaces: M-Bus and Pulses. Five wires: - Brown - White - Green - Yellow - Grey WARNING The M-Bus interface as well as the pulse interface work with low signals and voltages. Observe the connection instructions in terms of voltage, current and max.

  • Page 15: Pulses Output

    6.2.2 Pulses Output The pulse output is fully configurable using ParamApp as shown in the table below: 2 wires – with compensation Green : PULSE Grey : GND Compensation mode: Compensated pulse output (return volume pulses are compensated by suppressing the same number of forward volume pulses). 3 wires –...

  • Page 16: Pulses Output Schematics

    6.2.3 Pulses Output Schematics The pulses output is an Open Collector type with the following characteristics: Possible Voltage V: 3,6V to 48V max. Current max. 10mA RLoad (external - mandatory) ~ 1Kohms Each output (Green and Yellow) shall be connected as following: Features 6.3.1 Leakage Alarm...

  • Page 17: Backflow Alarm

    6.3.2 Backflow Alarm The module analyses the direction of water flow. If it detects a consecutive negative water volume below the threshold value (13 l for a DN15 meter), the alarm is activated. The alarm can only be reset via NFC using the ParamApp application. The factory setting is defined as following: DN15 DN20...

  • Page 18: Over Load Alarm

    6.3.4 Over Load Alarm The module analyses the instantaneous flow rate. If it detects a flow rate higher than the threshold value (3125 l/h for DN15) for more than 30min, the alarm is activated. The alarm can only be reset via NFC using the ParamApp application. The factory setting is defined as following: DN15 DN20...

  • Page 19: Configuration Of The Aquastream® Modules

    7. Configuration of the aquastream® modules Initial configuration or any subsequent modifications to the aquastream® range of modules must be carried out with the Android ParamApp configuration software via the NFC sensor. 7.1 ParamApp Activation and Starting ParamApp® software must be properly installed on your Android smartphone. It is available under Google Play and can be downloaded there directly and freely.

  • Page 20: Software Activation

    7.1.2. Software Activation To activate the software and access the configuration features, you must enter your activation key. To do this, scan the activation key you received and enter your associated First and Last Name. In the menu: Settings  Activation key  Enter activation key Enter your name followed by your company and then click the “Scan QR”...
  • Page 21 The summary concerning your license can be viewed in "User Information".

  • Page 22: Scanning Aquastream® Module

    7.2 Scanning aquastream® module Click the "Scan Device" button to start an NFC scan, and then place your smartphone in the location of the NFC antenna. NOTE It is necessary to know the location of the NFC interface of your smartphone to have a good communication between the device to be configured and the smartphone.

  • Page 23: Different Information Types

    In the case of the "Communication failure" message, you must remove the smartphone and then put it back on to restart the scan. Verify: - The position of your Smartphone/NFC in relation to the meter/module 7.3 Different Information types On the main screen, different types of information are accessible, such as: Main values, Events, The data history.

  • Page 24: Display Of Values

    7.4 Display of values Click on the "Reading" menu to access the different information of the meter and the communication module. INDICATION The parameters displayed in this menu depend on the type of modules (M-Bus, Radio W8, Radio L8 or M-Bus/Pulses) being scanned. 7.4.1 Display of values aquastream®...

  • Page 25: Display Of Values Aquastream® Radio W8 (Wireless M-Bus)

    7.4.2 Display of Values aquastream® Radio W8 (Wireless M-Bus) The available data are organized by group as shown in the examples below. Module information Radio interface information Meter information Alarms information...

  • Page 26: Display Of Values Aquastream® M-Bus/Pulses

    7.4.3 Display of Values aquastream® M-Bus/Pulses The available data are organized by group as shown in the examples below. Module Information Meter information M-Bus output information...

  • Page 27: Display Of Values Aquastream® Radio L8 (Lorawan)

    Pulses output information Alarms information 7.4.4 Display of Values aquastream® Radio L8 (LoRaWAN) The available data are organized by group as shown in the examples below. Module information Radio interface information...

  • Page 28: Events And Alarms

    Meter information Alarms information 7.5 Events and Alarms The events and alarms are stored in the counter/module and it can be read by this menu. This function reads all the events stored in the module/counters, such as alarms, malfunctions...

  • Page 29: Historic (Data Logger)

    7.6 Historic (Data Logger) Datalogger functions are available in some meters/module and can be accessed via this menu. This function allows you to view all the historical values stored in the modules. 7.7 Modification of the values To access the configuration view, click on the "Settings" menu. INDICATION The parameters that can be modified in this menu depending on the type of modules (M-Bus, Radio or M-Bus/Pulses) being scanned.
  • Page 30 The available data are organized by group as shown in the examples below. Configuration of meter information The mandatory information is: The meter number The meter index The diameter of the meter Configuration of M-Bus output INDICATION Changing the index resets all alarms, initializes the negative volume and synchronizes the date and time with that of your smartphone.
  • Page 31 Modification of meter diameter INDICATION If the meter diameter is not specified, the management of Burst, Leak and Return water alarms is not operational. INDICATION The alarm thresholds for Burst, Leak and Return water detection are automatically updated when the diameter of the meter is changed and are reset to the default value.

  • Page 32: Aquastream® Radio W8 (Wireless M-Bus) Modification

    Special commands Configuration of alarms 7.7.2 aquastream® Radio W8 (Wireless M-Bus) modification NOTE Knowledge of Wireless M-Bus communication is necessary to define the parameters of the module. The available data are organized by group as shown in the examples below: Configuration of meter information The mandatory information is: The meter number...
  • Page 33 Configuration of the Radio M-Bus interface INDICATION Changing the index resets all alarms, initializes the negative volume and synchronizes the date and time with that of your smartphone. Configuration of meter diameter INDICATION If the meter diameter is not specified, the management of Burst, Leak and Return water alarms is not operational.
  • Page 34 Additional functions are available such: Set the time, Delete the histories stored in the module, Initialize alarms, Changing predefined alarm values. Special commandes Configuration of alarms...

  • Page 35: Aquastream® M-Bus/Pulses Modification

    7.7.3 aquastream® M-Bus/Pulses modification NOTE Knowledge of M-Bus communication and pulse signals is necessary to define the parameters of the module. The available data are organized by group as shown in the examples below. Configuration of meter information The mandatory information is: The meter number The meter index The diameter of the meter...
  • Page 36 Configuration of meter diameter INDICATION If the meter diameter is not specified, the management of Burst, Leak and Return water alarms is not operational. INDICATION The alarm thresholds for Burst, Leak and Return water detection are automatically updated when the diameter of the meter is changed and are reset to the default value.
  • Page 37 Additional functions are available such: Set the time, Delete the histories stored in the module, Initialize alarms, Changing predefined alarm values. Special Commands Configuration of alarms...

  • Page 38: Aquastream® Radio L8 (Lorawan) Modification

    7.7.4 aquastream® Radio L8 (LoRaWAN) modification NOTE Knowledge of LORAWAN communication is necessary to define properly the parameters of the module. The available data are organized by group as shown in the examples below. Configuration of meter information The mandatory information is: The meter number The meter index The diameter of the meter...
  • Page 39 Configuration of meter diameter INDICATION If the meter diameter is not specified, the management of Burst, Leak and Return water alarms is not operational. INDICATION The alarm thresholds for Burst, Leak and Return water detection are automatically updated when the diameter of the meter is changed and are reset to the default value.

  • Page 40: Apply Your Modifications

    Additional functions are available such: Set the time, Delete the histories stored in the module, Initialize alarms, Changing predefined alarm values. Special Commands Configuration of alarms 7.8 Apply your modifications To write the changes in the module, click on the following button. The update screens are displayed.

  • Page 41: Technical Data

    8 Technical data aquastream® M-Bus Technical data Resolution 1 liter Power Supply Integrated lithium 3,6V battery Battery lifetime Up to 16 years(*) Environmental conditions Fluid Water Protection class IP 68 Operating temperature -10°C to +55°C Storage temperature -20°C to +70°C Humidity Up to 98% relative humidity, with condensation Communication interface...

  • Page 42: Aquastream® M-Bus/Pulses

    aquastream® M-Bus/Pulses Technical data Resolution 1 liter Power Supply Integrated lithium 3,6V battery Battery lifetime Up to 16 years(*) Environmental conditions Fluid Water Protection class IP 68 Operating temperature -10°C to +55°C Storage temperature -20°C to +70°C Humidity Up to 98% relative humidity, with condensation Communication interface Pulses output Open Collector, 2 or 3 wires configurable...

  • Page 43: Aquastream® Radio W8 (Wireless M-Bus/Oms)

    INDICATIONS Cable 5 wires | AWG 22 - Section : 0,34mm² | Diameter external: 5,5mm Please follow the instructions according to the mounting instructions. aquastream® Radio W8 (Wireless M-Bus/OMS) Technical data Resolution 1 liter Power Supply Integrated lithium 3,6V battery Battery lifetime Up to 16 years(*) Environmental conditions...
  • Page 44 aquastream® Radio L8 (LoRaWAN) Technical data Resolution 1 liter Power Supply Integrated lithium 3,6V battery Battery lifetime Up to 16 years(*) Environmental conditions Fluid Water Protection class IP 68 Operating temperature -10°C to +55°C Storage temperature -20°C to +70°C Humidity Up to 98% relative humidity, with condensation Communication interface Protocol...
  • Page 45 9 Maintenance The aquastream® module requires no special maintenance. WARNING Do not clean the product with solvents or abrasives as they may damage the plastic cover. If necessary, use a damp cloth or sponge. 10 Waste disposal At the end of its life cycle, this product must be disposed of in accordance with local recycling or waste disposal regulations.

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