Transcript Standard AR5500 HHD

OPERATOR TRAINING FOR WALK-BY/DRIVE-BY SYSTEMS
HANDHELD OPERATIONS (AR5501 AND AR5502)
© 2012 Sensus. All rights reserved.
UC-PAMR-WG-0031-01
Module Goals
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The goal of this module is to:
Review how to perform the primary tasks for the
HandHeld device and its accessories. In addition,
review how to navigate a route and execute a read
using the HandHeld software.
Module Contents
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Topics covered in this module include:
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Purpose and Capabilities of the HandHeld Device
Operating the HandHeld Device Accessories
Using HandHeld Device Software
Identify and Resolve HandHeld Errors
Module Objectives
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Following this section, you should be able to:
1. Describe the purpose and capabilities of the HandHeld
device
2. Describe the purpose and capabilities of the HandHeld
accessories (AutoGun and CommandLink)
3. Describe how to perform the primary operating tasks
associated with the AutoGun and CommandLink
4. Explain how to navigate a route using the HandHeld
software (HH App and FlexPro)
5. Describe how to perform a manual read, TouchRead,
and RadioRead using HH App and FlexPro
6. Identify and resolve the top HandHeld errors
Section One
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Purpose and
Capabilities of the
HandHeld Device
HandHeld Overview
Purpose and Capabilities of the HandHeld
Device
AR5500 Series
HandHeld
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Trimble
AR5500 HandHeld Function Overview
Purpose and Capabilities of the HandHeld Device
• Collects and stores utility meter reading data
• Assists in programming SmartPoints
• Aids in field troubleshooting
• Works as a replacement to pen and paper
• Works as a mini computer
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AR5500 HandHeld Features
Purpose and Capabilities of the HandHeld Device
• Weather resistant
• LCD display
• Carried manually or with carrier harness
• Utilizes Windows Mobile 6.1
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AR5500 HandHeld Operating Tasks
Purpose and Capabilities of the HandHeld Device
• Power on/off
• Change the battery
• Correctly place in charging stand
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AR5500 HandHeld Demonstration
Purpose and Capabilities of the HandHeld Device
Start demonstration
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Section Two
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Operating the
HandHeld Device
Accessories
HandHeld Device Accessories
Operating the HandHeld Device Accessories
CommandLink
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AutoGun
AutoGun Features
Operating the HandHeld Device Accessories
• Operates in conjunction with the AR5500 HandHeld
device
• Reads through wall-mounted or pit-mounted touch
pads
• Can hold up to 99 readings at a time
• Data sent through a bi-directional, low-power radio
frequency (RF) link
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CommandLink Features
Operating the HandHeld Device Accessories
• Battery-operated SmartPoint interface device
• Reads and programs FlexNet water, gas, and electric
SmartPoints
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AutoGun & CommandLink Operating Tasks
Operating the HandHeld Device Accessories
How to:
• Charge the Devices
• Power on/off
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CommandLink Demonstration
Operating the HandHeld Device Accessories
Start demonstration
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Section Three
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Using HandHeld
Device Software
HandHeld Device Software
Using HandHeld Device Software
• HH App
• FlexPro
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HH App Capabilities
Using HandHeld Device Software
• Used for ManualReads, TouchReads, and legacy
RadioReads
• Used to reprogram registers
• Route information gets loaded via AutoRead
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HH App Demonstration
Using HandHeld Device Software
Start demonstration
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FlexPro Capabilities
Using HandHeld Device Software
• Communicates with water, gas, and electric
SmartPoints
• Has a wide range of programmable features
• Can troubleshoot SmartPoints
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Programming a Water SmartPoint EndPoint
Using HandHeld Device Software
Attention: SmartPoint and Water Meter must first be connected before
programming.
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Open FlexPro
Select Programming
Select Water Programmer
Strap the CommandLink to the SmartPoint
Tap Program to begin the programming
Programming a Water SmartPoint EndPoint (contd)
Using HandHeld Device Software
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Verify the parameters for the EndPoint and tap Program
Note: If the unit is a two port unit FlexPro will say Next instead of Program. Verify
the parameters on the second port and tap Program.
Verify your data on the next Data Verification screen and tap Next to begin
programming
Review the programmed parameters and tap OK to complete programming
New Section
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SmartPoint EndPoint Programming
Demonstration
Supplemental Functions within FlexPro
Using HandHeld Device Software
Attention: SmartPoint and Water Meter must first be
programmed before attempting supplemental
functions
Audit
Deactivate
Transaction
History
Clear Alarms
Interval Data
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What does Audit mean?
Using HandHeld Device Software
• Similar to a PING for a PC
1. Sends a signal to the SmartPoint
2. Retrieves all of the information on the SmartPoint
3. Pulls that information back to the HHD for viewing
• An Audit is READ ONLY
– Information cannot be altered or changed.
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Auditing an EndPoint
Using HandHeld Device Software
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Open FlexPro
Select Programming > Water Programmer > Audit
Strap the CommandLink to the SmartPoint
Using the keypad Input the SmartPoint ID Number and tap Audit
Use the Scroll Bar to view all programmed information in the audited
EndPoint
What does Deactivate mean?
Using HandHeld Device Software
• Sets the associated Meter ID to null and places the
SmartPoint back into factory sleep mode
• Once a SmartPoint is Deactivated, it cannot be
Reactivated/Programmed for 15 minutes.
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Deactivating a SmartPoint EndPoint
Using HandHeld Device Software
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Open FlexPro
Select Programming > Water Programmer > Deactivate
Strap the CommandLink to the SmartPoint
Using the keypad, input the SmartPoint ID Number and tap Deactivate
Tap Close once deactivation has completed
What does Transaction History mean?
Using HandHeld Device Software
• FlexPro keeps track of all transactions that take place
during programming as well as other activity
• Because the History option only involves a query
HHD database, communication between the HHD
and a SmartPoint is not required
– No CommandLink is also needed
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Review Transaction History in FlexPro
Using HandHeld Device Software
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Open FlexPro
Select Programming > Water Programmer > History
Use the Directional Arrows on the screen to scroll through and view the
transactions that have been done on the HHD
Tap Close when finished
What does Clear Alarms mean?
Using HandHeld Device Software
• Clears alarms in the SmartPoint
– If connected to an iPERL which is set in SmartMode, the
alarms CANNOT be cleared
˃ The iPERL will control the alarms
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Clear Alarms in FlexPro
Using HandHeld Device Software
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Open FlexPro
Select Programming > Water Programmer > Clear Alarms
Using the keypad, input the SmartPoint ID Number and tap Clear Alarms
Tap Close when finished
What does Interval Data mean?
Using HandHeld Device Software
Attention: Only available for Two-Way Water
SmartPoints
• Hourly reading data from the attached register
• Logged by the SmartPoint every hour
• Reading will be pulled at the same hour for every
hour connected
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Retrieve Interval Data from a SmartPoint EndPoint
Using HandHeld Device Software
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Open FlexPro
Select Programming > Water Programmer > Interval Data
Strap the CommandLink to the SmartPoint
Using the keypad Input the SmartPoint ID Number and tap Get List
Once connection has been verified, tap Get Interval Data
The data will be collected and saved to a file. Tap Close to exit to menu.
FlexPro Demonstration
Using HandHeld Device Software
Start demonstration
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Section Four
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Identify and Resolve
HandHeld Errors
HandHeld Troubleshooting
Identify and Resolve HandHeld Errors
The only action that needs to be taken is to reboot the
HandHeld device.
Reboot Steps:
1. Hold On/Off button (*Power Options will appear on
screen)
2. Select Reset
3. Allow 1-2 minutes for reboot to take place
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HandHeld Reboot Demonstration
Identify and Resolve HandHeld Errors
Start demonstration
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Questions
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Learning Check
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Question:
1. The HandHeld device is waterproof.
a) True
b) False
Learning Check
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Question:
2. Which of the following is a software program
loaded on to the AR5500 HandHeld device?
a) FlexPro
b) AutoRead 5.63
c) AutoVu 3.04
d) Logic
Learning Check
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Question:
3. How often should you charge the HandHeld
device?
a) Daily
b) Weekly
c) Monthly
d) Semi-annually
Learning Check
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Question:
4. Which of the following is a HandHeld device
accessory?
a) HH App
b) CommandLink
c) UniPro
d) FlexPro
Additional
Helpful
Hints
Information
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More information:
• Please refer to your HandHeld AR5501 and
AR5502 student guide.