NextCentury RR4 Remote Reader Utility Meter Remote Display Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
- NextCentury
Table of Contents
- Product Overview
- Technical Specifications
- Meter Compatibility
- Packaging Contents
- In-Field Installation
- Configuration Programming
- LCD Display & LED Indicator
- Television and Radio Interference
- Warranty/Disclaimer Scope of Warranty
- Additional Resources
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
RR4 Remote Reader
Utility Meter Remote Display
Operation and Installation Guide
Product Overview
The next century RR4 Remote Reader is an advanced meter reading solution that provides a high visibility remote display of one or two utility meters.
Setup and configuration are simple, with an easy-to-use mobile app available for iOS or Android devices.
The Remote Reader has an attractive consumer design, making it an ideal solution for an apartment or commercial metering. The utility and unit of measure are clearly displayed, ensuring an accurate interpretation of the read. It is NTEP certified and can be used to meet tenant meter read requirements.
The Remote Reader utilizes Dual Meter+™ technology, making this single model compatible with virtually all modern encoded and pulse-output utility meters, including water, electric, gas, and thermal meter models.
Technical Specifications
Certifications
FCC: 2AB8I-RR4
NTEP: 20-012
IC: 20949-RR4
IP-Rating: IP66
Wireless
- BLE – Direct Connect using your iOS or Android mobile device
- NCSS Mobile App used for setup and configuration
Dual Meter+™
- Any combination of two encoded or pulse-out meters
- Or, single meter pulse-in and pulse-out
Battery
- Preinstalled, field-replaceable CR18505
- 10-year battery life*
*Note: 10-year battery life calculated and tested at typical operating temperatures between 60ºF-90º. Achieved battery life can be greater or less than 10 years depending on the meter type(s), and lifetime operating temperature.
Dimensions:
- Display unit and mounting plate: 5.7” x 4.6” x 1.7” (145mm x 117mm x 44mm)
- Mounting holes center-to-center: 3.5” (88.4 mm)
- Compatible with a standard single gang wall-box
Operation Environment:
- -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F )
- Indoor or Outdoor (IP 66, non-submersible)
Meter Compatibility
The next century Remote Reader integrates Dual Meter+™ technology, allowing for compatibility with virtually all modern meter outputs.
Pulse Output Meters
- Passive pulse sensing (including reed switch, solid-state relay, contact relay, open-drain types)
- Active voltage sensing (max. 16 VDC)
Encoded Output Meters
- Neptune (including ProRead, ECoder, and ProCoder register models)
- Sensus UI-1203 (includes most meter models from Sensus, Hersey, Mueller, Master Meter, Badger, Kamstrup, Elster, Metron-Farnier, and Zenner)
- Elster/AMCO K-Frame (includes most meter models from Elster, AMCO, ABB, and Kent)
- GWF ECO (Unico, Unico2coder)
Packaging Contents
A – RR4-TR Remote Reader
B – Mounting Plate
C – Sheetrock Anchors
D – Wall Mount Screws #6-20| E – Box Mount Screws #6-32
F – Wire Security Assembly
G – Activation Magnet (one per case)
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In-Field Installation
Detach from Mounting Plate
- Pull down the security tab, the Remote Reader can then be pulled off the mounting plate.
- Slide the security tab back to its original position when installation is complete.
DO NOT open the Remote Reader unless replacement of the battery is necessary (approx. every 10 years). It is not necessary to disassemble/open a Remote Reader during installation.
Wall Box (optional)
- Pass the meter wire(s) through the mounting plate access holes
- Use a PH-1 screwdriver and the two screws (fig. 4-E) to attach the mounting plate
Mounting Plate Installation
- Hold the mounting plate at the desired height and use the integrated level to straighten
- Use a pencil to mark holes for pre-drilling
- Pre-drill using a 7/32” (5.5mm) drill bit
- Insert plastic anchors and attach the mounting plate with a PH-1 screwdriver and the two screws (fig. 4-D)
Meter Wiring
The Remote Reader can be connected to one or two meters. Use Meter 1 (left 3 terminals) and Meter 2 (right 3 terminals) to connect meters to the Remote Reader’s mounting plate.
- Strip meter wire ends to 3/16” (5 mm)
- Insert the wire ends into the terminal block and tighten securely using a PH-1 screwdriver
Meter Wiring Diagram
Tamper Evident Seal
- The Security Wire Seal (figure 4-F) can be used according to your installation specifications.
Configuration Programming
Direct Connect Using Mobile Device
Using the NCSS Mobile App, your Android or iOS mobile device can communicate directly with the Remote Reader.
Mobile App
The NCSS Mobile App allows technicians to connect wirelessly to the Remote Reader to set the configuration. This includes functions such as:
- Configuring for the meter’s unit of measure and multiplier
- Selecting the utility type
- Entering an initial meter read (pulse meters)
- Clearing a tamper alert
Direct Connect Tool
The Direct Connect tool allows your mobile device to communicate directly with the Remote Reader.
- Log in to the mobile app and navigate to the Direct Connect tool
Magnet Activation
Device activation is performed by swiping a magnet past the right side of the Remote Reader.
- A gear icon will appear on the display
- The Remote Reader will now be available to Direct Connect to your mobile device.
A magnet is moved past the activation zone highlighted above.
Direct Connect Configure
The Remote Reader will appear on the mobile app and can be selected.
- The meter configuration, utility type, unit of measure can now be selected or changed.
- Any active device alerts are shown, and a Tamper Alert can be dismissed.
The Remote Reader is selected on the mobile app and configuration changes can then be made.
LCD Display & LED Indicator
LED Indicator
The LED indicator provides feedback to easily check the status of the RR4-TR.
Meter 1 Pulse (blue) | Meter 2 Pulse (purple) |
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LCD Options
Meter Display Views
The Remote Reader will cycle through the following views at a 510-second interval (as applicable to its configuration).
Meter 1| • Meter read, utility, unit of measure (UoM)
• Meter read, UoM, serial number (encoded)
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Meter 2| • Meter read, utility, UoM
• Meter read, UoM, serial number (encoded)
Event Count
The Remote Reader maintains a lifetime count of all configuration change
instances.
The event count is displayed every 5-meter view (previous section). Example:
displays as “EVT 0001”.th
Alerts
The Remote Reader displays an icon for active alerts. Freeze, leak, and low battery alerts are cleared automatically when the alert condition is no longer true.
Tamper Alerts (Remote Reader removed from the mounting plate) will display until cleared using the Mobile App.
Tamper
| Tamper Alert: device has been removed from the mounting plate
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****| Leak or Freeze Alert: a leak or freezing temperatures currently
detected
| Low Battery Alert: replacement needed (less than 4-6 months remaining)
Utility Types
The configured utility type is shown on the bottom left of the display.
- All Water
- Cold Water
- Hot Water
- Commercial Water
- Gas
- Electric
Units of Measure
The configured unit of measure is shown on the bottom right of the display.
- gallons (water)
- liters (water)
- cubic feet (water, gas)
- cubic yards (water, gas)
- cubic meters (water, gas)
- kWh (electric)
- Wh (electric)
- BTU (thermal)
Television and Radio Interference
NOTE: This 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 outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Company Name may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body.
As per 47 CFR §15.19
(All other devices shall bear the following statement in a conspicuous
location on the device:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
As per 47 CFR §15.21
The user’s manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional
radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment. In cases where the manual is provided only
in a form other than paper, such as on a computer disk or over the Internet,
the information required by this section may be included in the manual in that
alternative form, provided the user can reasonably be expected to have the
capability to access information in that form.
ISED Statement
This radio transmitter (identify the device by certification number) has been
approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below
with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in
this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that
type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Immediately following the above notice, the manufacturer shall provide a list
of all antenna types approved for use with the transmitter, indicating the
maximum permissible antenna gain (in dBi).
8.4 User Manual Notice for Licence-Exempt Radio Apparatus
User manuals for license-exempt radio apparatus shall contain the following
text, or an equivalent notice that shall be displayed in a conspicuous
location, either in the user manual or on the device, or both:
This device complies with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development
Canada’s license-exempt RSS. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
- This device may not cause interference; and
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
ISEDC Radiation Exposure Statement
Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with the IC RSS-102
radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm
between the radiator and your body.
Warranty/Disclaimer Scope of Warranty
NextCentury warrants that all communication equipment manufactured by
NextCentury will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and in accordance with NextCentury’s documented installation and
operating procedures for a period of three (3) years from the date of
manufacture.
Products not manufactured by NextCentury, including without limitation,
accessories, attachments, meters, or batteries used in conjunction with
NextCentury equipment are warranted, if at all, only by the original
manufacturer. NextCentury’s warranties do not include the replacement of
batteries used to power NextCentury products.
Limits of Liability
This warranty only applies to Read Management System components produced by
NextCentury, and does not cover any products which have been damaged by
misconduct, negligence, vandalism, acts of God, excessive operating
conditions, or unauthorized attachments or modifications. This warranty will
be null and void if products are placed in non-recommended installation
application/fashion, are converted, altered, or treated by other than
NextCentury recommended procedures and instructions, or are read by equipment
not approved by NextCentury.
NextCentury’s liability and customer’s exclusive remedy under this warranty
are expressly limited to repair or replacement of the product at NextCentury’s
option and is conditioned upon the customer returning the product(s) to the
location designated by NextCentury within the warranty periods or limits
stated herein, and pre-paying the freight costs both to and from the specified
location. In no event shall NextCentury be liable for costs or expenses
associated with the removal or installation of products under this warranty.
NextCentury shall have no liability or responsibility to the purchaser or any
third party for any loss, cost, expense, damage, or liability, whether direct
or indirect, or for special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages of
any kind, regardless of whether such liability is based on breach of contract,
tort, strict liability, breach of warranties, or otherwise, and even if
advised of the likelihood of such damages. Incidental and consequential
damages include, but are not limited to, lost revenue, loss of profits, data,
business, or goodwill. In addition, damages resulting from negligence on the
part of the customer, including, but not limited to, the care and maintenance
of NextCentury products or damages resulting from negligence regarding
periodic testing of the product’s performance, are not covered under this
guarantee.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY NEXTCENTURY MAY VOID THIS
WARRANTY AND THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AVAILABLE TO THE
PURCHASER AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, GUARANTEES, OR REMEDIES,
WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
ALL OF WHICH NEXT CENTURY HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS.
Due to updated regulations and product improvements, NextCentury Submetering
Systems, LLC reserves the right to change the product specifications without
notice.
Additional Resources
For additional resources, please visit:
products.nextcenturymeters.com/rr4
Product Support:
Phone: (844) 538.8203
Email:
support@nextcenturymeters.com
sales@nextcenturymeters.com
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