Aclara Power Line Systems Y70084 Focus AX Meter Containing HAN Module Y70084-1 User Manual Han Proto 5 10

Aclara Power-Line Systems Inc. Focus AX Meter Containing HAN Module Y70084-1 Han Proto 5 10

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Home Area Network GuideProprietary NoticeInformation contained in this document is private to Aclara Power-Line Systems Inc., St. Louis, Missouri. This information may not be published, reproduced, or otherwise disseminated without the express written authorization of Aclara.Any software or firmware described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license.DisclaimerThe information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Aclara. Aclara assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.No responsibility is assumed for the use or reliability of software on equipment that is not supplied by Aclara.TWACS, the TWACS logo, and the Aclara logo are registered trademarks of Aclara. All other registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.Aclara Power-Line Systems Inc.Confidential and ProprietaryCopyright 2009. All Rights Reserved.
Home Area Network Guide iChapter 1: Introduction 1Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Product Returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Let Us Know How We’re Doing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Chapter 2: Home Area Network Overview 5Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Aclara Integrated Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7In Home Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Programmable Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Functional Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Pricing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Temperature Setback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Meter Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Interval Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Chapter 3: Installation 15Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15TNS Patch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Residence Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17IHD Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Programmable Thermostat Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Chapter 4: Meter Shop Test Tool 19Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Pricing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Load Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Meter Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Interval Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Chapter 5: Specifications 21Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Compliance Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Additional Regulatory Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Table of Contents
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Home Area Nework Guide 1CHAPTER1INTRODUCTIONThe TWACS system is a fixed network, utility communication system. Running at a centralized location, the TWACS operating software communicates with end points, such as meters, by way of existing power lines. The TWACS system allows full two-way access to and from the consumer’s meter, providing communication and control features for the Utility. Figure 1.1 TWACS system overview
2Home Area Nework GuideSupportSupportThe TWACS Portal (http://customer.aclaratech.com) provides a wide range of information that can serve as a starting point when you have a question. The Portal contains information such as:If, at any time, you would like to speak with an Aclara representative about any product or service or if you do not have a username and password to access the Portal, please contact Aclara Customer Care:Product ReturnsIMPORTANTBefore returning product to Aclara, make sure you have identified the root cause of the problem. As needed, perform troubleshooting requesting Technical Support through Aclara Customer Care when additional assistance is required. It is critical to identify the root problem to avoid shipping hardware for repairs when the problem lies elsewhere.To return Aclara products for repair, complete the Service & Repair RMA Request through the TWACS Portal (http://customer.aclaratech.com), providing as much detail about the problem as possible. If you have any questions regarding your return, please contact rma@aclara.com or call 1-800-892-9008 and choose the Service and Repair option.•User Guides •FAQs • Service Advisories • Customer Discussion Threads• Training Registration • Upcoming Events• Certified Partner Information • User Group Conference Information• Current News • The Power Line NewsletterEmail: care@aclara.comPhone: 1-800-892-9008Address: Aclara945 Hornet DriveHazelwood, MO 63042USA
Chapter 1 • IntroductionHome Area Nework Guide 3Related DocumentationThe following publications are referenced in this manual. The documents listed below plus the latest version of all other Aclara technical publications are available through the TWACS Portal (http://customer.aclaratech.com).Manual Title (Yxxxxx-TUM)Copy description from Related Documentation file in Tech Writing Reference Material > Standard Material > Related Documentation.fm.Manual Title (Yxxxxx-TUM)Copy description from Related Documentation file in Tech Writing Reference Material > Standard Material > Related Documentation.fm.Manual Title (Yxxxxx-TUM)Copy description from Related Documentation file in Tech Writing Reference Material > Standard Material > Related Documentation.fm.Manual Title (Yxxxxx-TUM)Copy description from Related Documentation file in Tech Writing Reference Material > Standard Material > Related Documentation.fm.Let Us Know How We’re DoingIn an ongoing effort to produce effective documentation, the Technical Publications department at Aclara welcomes any feedback you can offer regarding this manual.Please relay feedback, including suggestions for improvement or to alert us to corrections, by sending an email to techpubs@aclara.com or calling Customer Care at 1-800-892-9008.
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Home Area Nework Guide 5CHAPTER2HOME AREA NETWORK OVERVIEWHome Area Networks (HANs) are the next step toward the goal of smart grid distribution. The Aclara HAN is designed to supply end-users with the current demand, consumption data, and pricing information necessary for demand side energy management. Providing real time consumption and pricing feedback encourages consumers to self-regulate energy usage which will ultimately help balance the load across both peak and off-peak periods. In addition, the HAN gives the utility to perform direct load control events, if necessary, to prevent power disruption.The Aclara HAN consists of an Aclara integrated meter, a ZigBee® enabled In Home Display (IHD), and a ZigBee enabled programmable thermostat. Figure 2.1 HAN overview
6Home Area Nework GuideEach of these demonstration units (IHD, programmable thermostat, and RCE) are delivered in matched sets to facilitate installation and intercommunication. Each matched set is coded with a particular set number (see for set number identification), and components from sets are not interchangeable. (e.g. An IHD from set #2 may not be used with the programmable thermostat from set #1.)NOTEThe matched sets are for demonstration only. All production units will be interchangable.
Chapter 2 • Home Area Network OverviewHome Area Nework Guide 7ComponentsAclara Integrated MeterThe Aclara integrated meter functions as the hub of the HAN. It receives TWACS communication from the Master Station and relays this to the IHD and programmable thermostat. Similarly, it receives communication from the IHD and the programmable thermostat, and transfers this information back to the Master Station. The Aclara integrated meter consists of a UMT-R-FX transponder and a ZigBee module integrated with an L+G FOCUS meter.Figure 2.2 Integrated meter
8Home Area Nework GuideComponentsIn Home DisplayThe Aclara IHD is a plug-in demand response component that receives messages, alerts, billing, and account status information from the utility via the RCE. The IHD displays this information for the end user, so that he or she may plan and adjust energy consumption accordingly. The IHD plugs into a standard 120 VAC outlet.Figure 2.3 Installed IHDNOTE:Appearance of actual IHD may vary from image.
Chapter 2 • Home Area Network OverviewHome Area Nework Guide 9Programmable ThermostatThe programmable thermostat allows the utility to make adjustments based on pricing or current demand. Future versions will allow end users to temporarily opt out of the program, however the present version does not allow the consumer to override the utility settings.Figure 2.4 Installed programmable thermostatNOTE:Appearance of actual programmable thermostat may vary from image.
10 Home Area Nework GuideFunctional DescriptionFunctional DescriptionThe HAN module receives power from the host device and has its own microcontroller, RF circuitry, and permanently attached antenna. The HAN module transmits and receives RF transmissions from an IHD and a programmable thermostat.The HAN module transmits and receives data using 16 channels spaced at 5 MHz intervals across the 2.4 GHz ISM band. The first channel used is at 2405 MHz, and the 16th channel is at 2480 MHz. The HAN module transmits to the IHD and programmable thermostat for a maximum of 10 ms in a 100 ms interval for a 10% duty cycle. The HAN module employs Offset Quadrature Phase Shift Keying (OQPSK) without use of a subcarrier.The HAN module serves as the network coordinator and communicates with other ZigBee enabled Smart Energy devices such as thermostats and IHDs. REGULATORYDATAThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, connect the equipment into an output on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected, consult the dealer or an experience radio/TV technician for help.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Any changes to these components that are not expressly approved by Aclara may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Chapter 2 • Home Area Network OverviewHome Area Nework Guide 11Figure 2.5 RF operation block diagram
12 Home Area Nework GuideFunctional DescriptionMessagingThe TNS HAN software is capable of sending 59 bytes of text to either the IHD or the thermostat. The number of bytes a HAN device will receive, however, may vary. The TNS operator has the option of specifying a display time duration, message importance, and/or requesting confirmation for each message. The message will appear in the HAN device display until the display time elapses, the message is cancelled, or a new message is sent.Figure 2.6 Text Message tabField DescriptionTWACS Serial Number:The serial number of the RCE you would like to address.Application ID:The device to receive the text message. Options are either IHD or Thermostat.Message: The text to be sent to the device. TNS allows for a maximum of 59 characters. (End device character display may vary.)Expiration How long the message should be displayed. You may specify a time (from 15-3825 minutes, in 15 minute increments) or Never. Selecting Never will display the message until a new message is sent.Importance The Importance radio buttons allow the end user to see whether the message is considered Low, Medium, High, or Critical from a distance.Confirmation RequestedSelecting the Confirmation Requested check box will trigger an auditory indicator that will repeat until the end user confirms they have read the message.
Chapter 2 • Home Area Network OverviewHome Area Nework Guide 13PricingThis option allows the TNS operator to send a pricing message consisting of a price value and a start time to the HAN device. A pricing message sent to the HAN device will remain active until a new pricing message is received. The HAN module will store up to 5 pricing messages.Figure 2.7 Price Message tabNOTEA pricing message cannot be cancelled, but it can be replaced with a new pricing message.
14 Home Area Nework GuideFunctional DescriptionTemperature SetbackSelecting this tab allows the operator to send a Smart Energy Profile (SEP) load control command to the thermostat. These commands include the offset value, the start time and date, and command duration. Once a temperature setback command begins, it will remain active until the command duration expires or the start time of a new command is reached. The utility can also allow the customer(s) to opt out of a load control event by selecting the Opt Out Allowed check box. Figure 2.8 Temp. Setback tabMeter DataInterval Data
Home Area Network Guide 15CHAPTER3INSTALLATIONThis chapter provides details about setting up the Aclara HAN. Follow the procedure in the order listed to ensure every the installation step is completed.PrerequisitesAclara personnel will help search the RCE into TNS, however there are steps that must be performed prior to Aclara’s arrival. If, at any time, you would like to speak with an Aclara representative about these instructions, please contact Aclara Customer Care at (800) 892-9008 or care@aclara.com.1. Upon receipt of the HAN product groups, Meter Shop personnel should acquaint themselves with the interaction of the components by performing functions such as:•Messaging - •Pricing - •Load Control - •Retrieve Meter Data - •Retrieve Interval Data - Please refer to the Meter Shop Test Tool chapter on page 19 for details on setting up and using the MSTT with the HAN devices.2. The TNS patch must be installed prior to equipment installation.3. The programmable thermostats must be installed and working prior to Aclara setup.4. The locations chosen by the utility must provide access to the interior of the house at the time of installation.5. Installers should be equipped with a GPS receiver. This will facilitate the installation and search-in procedure. These steps are described in more detail in the following sections.TNS PatchFollow these steps to install the HAN TNS patch.
16 Home Area Network GuidePrerequisitesResidence AccessPlease ensure that the installation locations allow access to the interior of the residence during the time of installation. This is necessary to ensure the programmable thermostat and IHD are installed and operating correctly.
Chapter 3 • InstallationHome Area Network Guide 17InstallationIHD InstallationThe IHD must be installed in the residence prior to the programmable thermostat.Programmable Thermostat InstallationThe programmable thermostats must be installed prior to Aclara’s arrival. Please refer to the operating and installation manual included with the programmable thermostat.
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Home Area Nework Guide 19CHAPTER4METER SHOP TEST TOOLSetup1. Insert the integrated meter into an appropriate meter socket.2. Plug the IHD into a standard 120 VAC outlet.3. Connect the Meter Shop Test Tool to the integrated meter.Once connected and powered up, proceed through the following functions of the HAN.MessagingPricingLoad ControlMeter DataInterval Data
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Home Area Network Guide 21SPECIFICATIONSThe HAN module was designed in accordance with the IEEE 802.15.4 protocol. This section contains general, electrical, environmental, and physical specifications for the HAN module. Electrical SpecificationsCompliance SpecificationsNOTEUnless otherwise indicated, ANSI C12.1-2001 is the referring standard for tests listed in tables Table 5.2, Table 5.3, and Table 5.4. NOTEPer Measurement Canada, Specifications/Standards LMG-EG-07 & PS-E-09-E are used to verify compliance with Canadian criteria. Table 5.1HAN module electrical ratingsParameter RatingInput Voltage 11 to 17 VDCQuiescent Current <15 mA @ 13 VDCCurrent while transmitting RF <30 mA @ 13 VDCPower Supply DC energy is provided by the host.Table 5.2HAN module compliance specificationsTest Title Applicable SpecificationEMI/RFI Emission Conducted/RadiatedANSI C12.1 Test No. 27 - CFR 47 Subparts A & B - Radio Frequency Conducted and Radiated Emissions. Class B Digital Device. Tested to EN55022 in order to meet both Canadian and US requirements.EMI/RFI Susceptibility ANSI C12.1 Test No. 26 - "Effect of Radio Frequency Interference", 200 kHz - 10 GHz at field strength of 15V/m.Occupied Bandwidth 75 MHzRF Output Power <+22 dBmCarrier Frequency Stability ±98 kHz-40 ppmThis product complies with FCC OET Bulletin 65 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
22 Home Area Network GuideEnvironmental SpecificationsEnvironmental Specifications Table 5.3HAN module environmental specificationsThermalEffect of Operating Temperature Aclara Specific Test-40°C to 70°C with and without solar loadHumidityEffect of Relative Humidity Aclara Specific Test60°C for three 24 hour cycles or 85°C for one 24 hour cycle at 95 ±4 % relative humidity, non-condensing.
Home Area Network Guide 23Chapter 5 • SpecificationsPhysical SpecificationsAdditional Regulatory DataTable 5.4HAN module physical specificationsParameter SpecificationApproximate Weight < 1.0 oz. (28.4 g.)Dimensions 5.3" x 2.9" x .6"Table 5.5HAN module labeling requirementsLabeling RequirementsThe FCC ID and IC ID numbers are located on the module label as shown in Figure 5.1. The Aclara serial number, which is also the MAC address, is also displayed on this label. Figure 5.1 HAN module label
24 Home Area Network GuideAdditional Regulatory DataThe following is a tabulation of regulatory data found elsewhere in this manual and is required by the regulatory agencies of some countries.NOTENo subcarrier is used to modulate the carrier. Refer to paragraph 2, on page 9 for more information.Table 5.6HAN module regulatory dataParameter SpecificationDisclaimer noting that operation of the device is subject to conditions and that the device may not cause harmful interference and device must accept any interference received.Regulatory Data note on page 10.Principles of device operation Appearance of actual programmable thermostat may vary from image. on page 9Block diagram RF operation block diagram on page 11Operating frequency 2405 - 2480 MHz Channeling 16 channelsInternal/External data source External Type(s) of modulation Offset Quadrature Phase Shift Keying per IEEE 802.15.4Type of information transmitted Equipment controlOccupied bandwidth 5 MHz, RF output power 22 dBm or less. Meets FCC section 15.247 for field strength emissionsCarrier frequency stability ±98 kHz-40 ppm
Home Area Network Guide 25Ccare@aclara.com 2Customer Care 2MMeter Discovery 5Meters 5Pportal 2SSubstations 6support 2System Health Overview 5TTechnical Support 2Index
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