Itron G5R Utility meter reading device User Manual users manual

Itron, Inc. Utility meter reading device users manual

users manual

G5 POD Handheld Assembly Instructions1. Slide the keyboard overlay into the slots on the face of the G5.2. Insert flash card face up under battery compartment.3. Insert the Lithium Ionmain battery pack into the back of G5 and slide clips into place.4. Place the G5 with the battery pack intothe cradle. Application softwaredisplays the battery status. This procedure will provide the initial charge for the batterypack, which should take less than 3.5 hours.5. The handstrap unhooks at the bottom of the unit.Hirose ConnectorScreenKeyboardThe G5 is Itron’s latest, most advanced handheld meterreading solution. The unit has 8M of Compact Flash and8M of DRAM, and uses the POD cradle. Other featuresinclude:• SC400 ELAN 486 processor (33 MHz)• IBM’s PC-DOS 2000• General software BIOS v 4.0• Hirose side connector serial port for probes/wands• Lithium Ion main battery• 3.5 hour battery charging time with gas gauging• Communications port to cradle devices e.g. POD• Internal auxiliary serial port for custom serial devices• Clock battery is small lithium coin cellSystem ComponentsG5 Handheld• Keyboard overlay• Lithium Ion battery• Lithium coin clock battery• Attached handstrapPOD Communications and Charging Cradle• POD• Interconnect board• RJ-11 cableWARNING:Do not forcethe connectorin backwards,as this willdamage theunit.G5 Portable ComputerQuick Reference GuideHirose ConnectorTop Handstrap ConnectorFlash CardMain Battery ConnectorBottom Handstrap ConnectorLithium “Clock” Battery(under cover)As an advanced cradle unit, the POD is lightweight andversatile with enhanced charging capabilities. With thePOD, a battery pack can be charged individually, whileinstalled in the G5 unit, or a combination of an individualbattery pack and a G5 unit simultaneously.Other features include:• Connection of up to 3 G5 PODs via interconnect power board and one power supply• Simultaneous communications and charging of batteryin G5 handheld• 3.5 hour battery charging time with gas gauging• High-contrast LED indicator lights for operational modesFor more cradle configuration and installation information,order the G5 POD Quick Reference Guide (part numberman-0005-001).SystemComponentsInterconnect cableInterconnect boardG5 POD
Due to continuous research, product improvements and enhancements, Itronreserves the right to change product or system specifications without notice.Itron is a registered trademark of Itron, Inc. PC-DOS is a registered trademarkof IBM Corporation.Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. Theselimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses andcan radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordancewith the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Itron could void theuser’s authority to operate the equipment.Charging the Lithium Ion BatteryThe lithium ion battery can be charged in one of three ways:1. Insert the battery into the handheld and place the handheld in the cradle.2. Battery may be charged as standalone unit inMC-06 Charger.3. Optional charging via Hirose connector. Contact Itron for details.If you have questions or wish to order documents or Itronproducts, please contact us at:2818 N. Sullivan RoadP.O. Box 15288Spokane, WA 99215800.635.8725www.itron.comman-0007-001G5 Portable ComputerQuick Reference GuideRF ExposureCautionTo comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separationdistance of at least 5.0 cm must be maintained between the antenna of thisdevice and all persons.Electromagnetic CompatibilityCautionApproved accessories only may be used with this equipment. In generalall cables must be high quality, shielded, correctly terminated and normallyrestricted to 2 meters length. The G5R and G5 AC adaptors employ specialprovisions to avoid radio interference and should not be altered or substituted.Unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with theseinstructions for use, may void authorization by the authorities to operatethe equipment.EuropeThis product complies with the European EMC Directive 89/336.USARADIO INTERFERENCE, FCC StatementNOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Theselimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will notoccur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determined byturning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correctthe interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.CANADAEnglishThe digital apparatus does not exceed the class B limits for radio noiseemissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulationsof the Canadian Department of Communications, standard ICES-003.FrancaisAvis de conformite aux normes du Ministere des Communications du Canada.Le present appareil numerique n emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassantles limites applicable aux appareils numeriques de classe B prescrites dansle Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le Ministere desCommunications du Canada, NMB-003.

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