TR4-X Transceiver
Outdoor Wireless Meter Transceiver
Operation and Installation Guide
1| Product Overview
The TR4-X Transceiver builds on the NextCentury
RF Connect™ platform, delivering superior wireless
performance in a fully waterproof design.
The TR4-X offers broad pulse and encoded meter
compatibility in a single model. Engineered for long
maintenance-free operation, the TR4-X provides
hourly-read precision with a 10-year battery life.
Meter+™ Advanced Compatibility
The TR4-X Transceiver utilizes Meter+™ technology,
making this single model compatible with virtually all
modern encoded and pulse-output utility meters, including
water, electric, gas, run-time, and thermal meter models.
• Single model supports a pulse or encoded meter
• Easy meter configuration, external programmer is
not required
• Visual LED indicators to verify meter connections
Intelligent Wireless
Utilizing two-way NextCentury RF Connect™ wireless,
the TR4-X has intelligent routing capabilities ensuring
success in a variety of environments, from spread-out
commercial properties to high-density apartments.
The TR4-X is a drop-in replacement for any previous
generation NextCentury Transceiver. Wireless network
operation is seamlessly compatible with all earlier
generation Repeaters and Gateways.
A Superior Platform
Property setup, configuration, and usage data are
managed on the NextCentury Cloud Platform. This robust
management solution connects you to a wide range of
features facilitating property setup and ongoing operation.
2| Technical Specifications
2.1 – Certifications
FCC: 2AB8I-TR4X
2.2 – Wireless Communication
• Two-way NextCentury RF Connect™
• 902-928 MHz unlicensed band
2.3 – Meter Compatibility
• Pulse or encoded meter types (see section 3)
• Single model supports all configurations
2.4 – Wire Connection
• 5' (1.5m) wire lead
• Bare wire, field splice required
2.5 – Battery
• Preinstalled, field-replaceable CR18505
• Estimated 10-year battery life*
*Note: 10-year battery estimated with operating temperatures
between 60ºF-90ºF, and 6-hr device check-in.
2.6 – Dimensions
• 3.9in x 1.6in (100mm x 46mm)
2.7 – Operation Environment:
• -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F )
• IP 68 rated for outdoor installation
IC: 20949-TR4X
V. 052322