Introduction, Product unpacking and inspection, License requirements – Badger Meter High Resolution LCD Encoders (HR-E LCD) User Manual
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Installation and Programming Manual
INTRODUCTION
Product Unpacking and Inspection
Upon opening the shipping container, visually inspect the product and applicable accessories for any physical damage such
as scratches, loose or broken parts, or any other sign of damage that may have occurred during shipment
NOTE:
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If damage is found, request an inspection by the carrier’s agent within 48 hours of delivery and file a claim with the
carrier A claim for equipment damage in transit is the sole responsibility of the purchaser
License Requirements
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation of this device 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 made by the user not approved by Badger Meter can void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment
Audience and Purpose
This manual is intended to be used by utilities for installing and programming the HR-E LCD Encoder
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Description
The HR-E LCD Encoder is a fully electronic, solid-state encoder with no moving parts
Compatibility
The HR-E LCD Encoder is designed for use with all current Badger Meter Recordall
®
Disc, Turbo Series, Compound Series,
Combo Series and Fire Service meters and assemblies The HR-E LCD Encoder provides connectivity with Badger Meter ORION
®
and GALAXY
®
AMR/AMI endpoints and other AMR/AMI technology solutions approved by Badger Meter
LCD Display
The HR-E LCD Encoder has a nine-digit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) to show consumption, flow and alarm information
There is no need to activate the display The display automatically toggles between 9-digit and 6-digit consumption
(segmented leak detector in this mode), rate of flow and meter model
Extended Visual
Reading Resolution
Typical Billing
Segments
Status
Indicators
IR Programming
Port
1212
4-Digit
Date Code
E LCD
HR
Multiplier Value
(x10, x100, x1000, x10,000)
In 6-digit mode, the
last digit is a dashed
line that becomes a
flow finder
Figure 1: HR-E LCD Encoder Face
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