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The NCC database stores meter readings from the system data

collectors. The data is displayed through a series of five tabs,

creating a simple roadmap through the software and providing

a variety of search and reporting options.

The STAR Network NCC allows utilities tobetter manage information about customeraccounts, meter transmitters, and datacollectors. What’s more, itmakes it easytotransfer gas, water, and electric meter data tobilling, customer service, accounting, andother utility applications.

www.Aclara.comCapturing data. Liberating knowledge.™

STAR® Network NCCNETWORK CONTROL COMPUTER

The STAR Network NCC delivers

Record processingSynchronizes records established byhand-held field programmers with the NCC

Alarm notificationSends a message when an alarm is insertedin the database

Data captureMaintains account number, meter type,meter transmission unit ID, meter serialnumber, and alarm parameters for all utilitymeters

Demand responseSupports demand parameters and intervalreads for electric meters

Capturing data. Liberating knowledge.™

As the system’s central computer system, the network control computer (NCC) collects,validates, processes, stores, and regularly transmits meter readings gathered from thesystem’s meter transmission units (MTUs) and data collector units (DCUs) over FCC-licensed, 450- to 470-MHz radio frequencies. The NCC provides billing, customer service,accounting, and other utility departments with access to valuable account information.

STAR® Network NCC

Customize this tab name to match internalnaming conventions

Search detailed MTU data on an individualunit or account basis

Run reports on MTU readings, consumption,transmission records, maintenance, anddiagnostics

Manage MTU Data

Search individual unit or system DCU databy date range

Edit DCU information

Run DCU system reports on calls, RSSi,diagnostics, and battery voltage

Run individual DCU reports on calls, RSSi,diagnostic messages, battery voltage, andtemperature

Manage DCU Data

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Track MTU installations and fieldprogrammer records

Search database by MTU, account ID, installer,programmer, or keyword

Run reports on installs, programmer records,missing records, and missing wake-up signals

Create or edit wake-up and programmerrecords with the appropriate access rights

Track MTU Installations

View existing reports or configure newones for a selected date range

Monitor MTUs in logical groups or byindividual account number

Edit report groups by criteria oraccount number

Create and View Reports

Configure and manage system settings

Define user roles, utilities, alarms, meters,and archiving parameters

Open to only those with appropriateaccess rights

Configure System Settings

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The STAR Network NCC allows utilities to better manage information about customer accounts, meter transmitters, and data collectors.

For more information on the STAR ® Network system and the benefits of powerful AMI/AMR,visit our website at www.Aclara.com.

Gas

SCADA, IVR,

OMS, GIS, CIS, or

other applications

Client

workstations

ElectricWater

• Application server

• Database server

Network ControlComputer

STAR® Network NCCSystem Diagram

Data CollectorUnit II

MeterTransmission

Units

Our proven, wide-area network (WAN) backhaul options

support data-intense applications such as real-time pricing,

demand response, remote leak detection, and always-on

connections to the utility.

Each STAR Network DCU II delivers

Reliable technologyCommunicates with FCC-licensed, narrow-band transceivers

Safety and securityInitiates an immediate message transfer upon receipt of an event or alarm from an MTU

Robust operationDelivers Part 90 radio technology to transmit commands to MTUs.

Rugged, weatherproof designMounts on buildings, utility poles, or towers

WAN compatibilityCommunicates over cellular, fiber-optic, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and WiMAX networks

FCC complianceMeets requirements under Part 15 and Part 90 for a Class A digital device

Backwards compatibilityReplaces older style models of the DCU

The STAR Network DCU II enhances yourAMI network by providing reliable andflexible two-way communication for electric,water, and gas meters.

STAR® Network DCU IIDATA COLLECTOR UNIT

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The DCU II transmits and receives

data over individual 450- to 470-MHz

radio frequencies. Powered by a

battery that can be recharged by a

solar panel or AC power supply, the

DCU time stamps, processes, and

stores diagnostic information and

data collected from meter transmission

units (MTUs). The DCU transmits the

data for further processing to the

utility's network control computer

(NCC) and sends commands and

alerts back to the MTUs.

Data Collector Unit (DCU) II

SCADA, IVR,

OMS, GIS, CIS, or

other applications

STAR Network DCU IISystem Diagram

Gas MTU

STAR® Network DCU II

Client

workstations

The STAR Network DCU II collects meter reading data from STAR Network meter transmission units (MTUs) and transfers it to the NCC,providing the benefits of valuable AMI/AMR.

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Network ControlComputer (NCC)

• Application server• Database server

Electric MTU

Water MTU

Create Your Intelligent Infrastructure™

METER TRANSMISSION UNIT3300 Water MTU

3321-012-RB

3322-012-RB

3321-012-DB

3322-012-DB

3321-012-RBW

3322-012-RBW

3321-012-DBW

3322-012-DBW

ModelsPulse, single-port MTU

Pulse, dual-port MTU

Encoder, single-port MTU

Encoder, dual-port MTU

Pulse, single-port MTU with extended range

Pulse, dual-port MTU with extended range

Encoder, single-port MTU with extended range

Encoder, dual-port MTU with extended range

STAR® Network

3000 Series

Delivers two-way communication •

Captures hourly meter data •

Provides system-wide •time synchronization

Supports up to 8-digit registers •

Maintains a 20-year permanent battery •

Operates over FCC-licensed •radio frequencies

Delivers two-way communication and a time-synchronized network to provide a utility with a snapshot of system water consumption at a single point in time.

The 3300 water MTU uses the powerful STAR Network RF technology to transmit hourly, interval usage data, and two-way communication to the utility. The MTU supports up to 8-digit registers and delivers time-stamped reads on a time-synchronized network, allowing for advanced water distribution management.

Time Synchronization

The 3300 water MTU features time synchronization to ensure that all system clocks are set to the same time. This allows a utility to take a complete system read and use the data to reconcile the amount of water entering the system to the billable water that is consumed, thus identifying the probability of system leaks.

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STAR® Network 3300 Water MTU

Standard System ReportsDuplicate meter serial number request•Duplicate MTUs report•Reception report•Tamper report•Total consumption•Zero consumption•Missing reads•MTU:DCU redundancy•

Notes:1: Two-way communication for time synchronization and time management2: Pit/vault installation under non-metallic lid3: Battery life is stated at default settings4: Standard range5: Refer to Aclara standard warranty for details6: Reports all digits that are electronically available from register7: Pulse input only

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Hourly Reads

The 3300 water MTU delivers hourly, time-stamped reads, providing detailed information about water usage and identifying anomalies such as potential leaks and meter tampering.

Network type

Transmit/receive frequency

Antenna

Installation locations

Read interval

Transmit interval

Inputs

Wire length

Battery life

End point to end point time difference

Physical characteristics

Weight

Color

Operating temp range

Operating humidity

Transmit power options

Approvals

Warranty

Meter compatibility

Network topology

Network compatibility

Handheld interface

Meter interface

Data resolution

Maximum meter pulse frequency

Two-way1

450-470 MHz (FCC licensed)

Internal

Interior wall mount, exterior wall mount, pit/vault2

Hourly–top of the hour readings default

Four times per day default

Single or dual

12 feet-22 AWG solid wire

20 years3,4

< 1 min

6.38” W x 4.25” H x 1.44” D

1 lb

Gray

-30ºC to +70ºC

0% - 100% condensing

Standard and extended range available

FCC part 90 : Industry Canada RSS-119

20 years5

All major manufactures of water meters

STAR Network

Aclara DCU IIJ

Windows Mobile handheld

Pulse or encoder

4-8 digits6

Three pulses per second7

Specifications

System Data Support

The STAR Network system provides full data support from the meter to your utility office. The system’s Network Control Computer (NCC) manages and searches MTU data, tracks MTU installations, configures system settings and user roles, and creates reports to monitor MTUs in logical groups or by individual accounts.

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STAR® Network 4000 Series

Pinpoint accuracyIdentify precise leak locations with correlated, time-synchronized sound recordings.

Hands-off operationPerform automated data collection with minimal attention by operators.

Added valueAdd leak detection easily to two-way STAR Network AMI systems.

Installation flexibilityImplement permanent or “lift and shift” deployment.

ConservationEnhance efforts by containing leaks and water loss.

Built for extreme conditionsEnvironmentally sealed MTU prevents damage caused by water or snow.

Material compatibilityWorks on pipes made of a range of materials including metal, concrete and non-metallic types.

STAR ZoneScan system benefits

STAR® ZoneScanCORRELATED ACOUSTIC LEAK DETECTION SYSTEM

Find and fix leaks fast with the Aclara STAR ZoneScan leak-detection system. The industry’s only remotely correlated acoustic leak-detection system cost-effectively identifies small leaks before they become major problems.The system combines acoustic data loggers from Gutermann International with Aclara STAR Network technology to provide fully integrated leak detection through fixed-network advanced metering infrastructure (AMI). Time-synchronized sound recordings are initiated through the STAR ZoneScan meter transmission unit (MTU), which sends the resulting data back through fixed-network infrastructure to the utility for presentation. Web-based application software correlates the data between loggers and provides visual identification of high probability leak locations.

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STAR® ZoneScan

SpecificationsNetwork Type Two-way1 STAR Network

Transmit/receive frequency 450-470 MHz, FCC licensed2

Antenna Internal

Cable length Six feet with watertight connector

Amplitude measurement duration Two hours (default)

Correlation recording duration One 12-second recording (default)

Data transmission Once per day

MTU battery life Five years3

Physical dimensions MTU diameter 5-1/8 inch; Lid diameter 7-1/4 inch

Operating temp range -30°C to +70°C

Operating humidity 0- 100 percent condensing

Transmit power 0.25 W

Approvals FCC part 90

Network compatibility Aclara DCU IIJ/NCC v7.3.4 or higher with STAR ZoneScan software module

Handheld interface Windows Mobile handheld

Notes:1: Two-way communication is required for time synchronization.2: A dedicated frequency is recommended for STAR ZoneScan.3: MTU battery life is stated at default settings. Refer to STAR ZoneScan MTU warranty for details. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

System Components The STAR ZoneScan leak-detection system includes:

• Gutermann model 820 acoustic logger with watertight connector cable

• Circular, 7-1/4” diameter non-metallic lid • STAR ZoneScan software module• Gutermann software license

CONFIDENTIAL INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS – DO NOT DISTRIBUTE

Our customers have asked for it...and we are delivering.Introducing Aclara™ STAR® Network Water and Gas MTUs with Two-Way Communication

Aclara is preparing to launch a family of MTUs that moves beyond meter reading efficiency and provides the two-way communications needed for advanced distribution system management. This new generation of water and gas MTUs is part of the Aclara Intelligent Infrastucture™ platform to help our customers meet their needs and and improve our internal processes for ordering and manufacturing the products.

Over the next year Aclara will release several versions of the MTU with varying and increasing features and pricepoints to meet the requirements of specific applications. This document is designed to educate you on the new Aclara products and their uses. As we approach specific launch dates, and as new materials are created, you will receive additional emails or documents with more information.

Click on any of the buttons below to learn more about our water and gas product lines:

MTU Series Descriptionand Compatibility

Ordering Information Upcoming Product Materials

Two-Way Communicationsand Time Synchronization

Introducing Aclara STAR Network Water and Gas MTUs with Two-Way Communication

Confidential Internal Communications

BACK TO PAGE 1Two-Way Communications and Time Synchronization

The Series 3000 and Series 4000 MTUs introduce two-way communication to the Aclara STAR Networks for gas and water utilities. This creates a new level of data and support we can provide our customers.

While two-way communication and its features are generally understood for most electric networks…all utilities are not created alike. Two-way communication brings different requirements for the gas and water industries.

Electric Network Two-Way

Communication

Series 3000 Series 4000

On-demand reads•Meter configuration•Demand response•Downloadable •firmwareHome area •networking

System time synchronization •for accurate, on-the-hour readings from every endpointTime-stamped reads• System reconciliation to •verify resource output compared to input

System time synchronization •for accurate, on-the-hour readings from every endpointTime-stamped reads•System reconciliation to •verify resource output compared to inputDownloadable firmware•On-demand reads (this will •affect battery life)



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Description

This is our current series of water and gas MTUs. All legacy MTU styles and part numbers (501-8150 and 501-7712) will remain the same.

One-way communcation MTUs using the new radio technology and the DCU2 with the J board for increased bandwidth.

Existing customers cannot interchange the higher series MTUs without upgrading to the DCU2 with the J board.

This is a good choice for new customers who only need one-way communication and the ability for hourly reads.

This series provides basic two-way communication to the MTU. Primarily used for system time synchronization, the two-way communciation will ensure that all units on the network are time set within 30 seconds of each other. This synchronized time then allows for accurate, time-stamped readings and system reconciliation to compare resource input to output.

This series provides on-demand, two-way communication. The utility can request and receive an immediate read from the MTU.The Series 3000 and Series 4000 MTUs will be able to co-exist on the STAR Network, giving users the flexibility to decide which endpoint and which features are required for individual locations. Series 4000 water and gas MTUs are planned for release in FY11 Q2.

Features & Benefits

One-way communication•Legacy AMR support•

Increased bandwidth•One-way communication•Hourly reads•Extended range version available•

Increased bandwidth•Basic two-way communication•Hourly reads•Extended range version available•Time synchronization•Time-stamped reads•

Increased bandwidth•On-demand reads •Hourly reads•Extended range version available•Time synchronization•Time-stamped reads•Downloadable firmware•

Compatability

All existing STAR NetworksDCU, DCU2, DCU2J•NCC software 5x, 6x, or 7x•

DCU2J•NCC software 7.3.1•

DCU2J•NCC software 7.3.1•

Works in conjuntion with 3000 •Series MTU networksDCU2J•NCC software 7.3.1•

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Part Numbers and Availability

Model Number Description Series

2321-012-DBW MTU,1-WAY,ENCDR,1P,EXT RNG,HRR Series 2000 Water

3322-012-RB MTU,2-WAY,PULSE,2P,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Water

3321-012-RB MTU,2-WAY,PULSE,1P,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Water



2321-012-RBW MTU,1-WAY,PULSE,1P,EXT RNG,HRR Series 2000 Water



3321-012-DB MTU,2-WAY,ENCDR,1P,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Water

3322-012-DB MTU,2-WAY,ENCDR,2P,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Water


3321-005-RBW MTU,2-WAY,PULSE,1p,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Water

3221-000-RBS MTU,2-WAY,WIRE,PLS,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3222-000-RBS MTU,2-WAY,WIRE,PLS,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-000-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,WIRE,PLS,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3222-000-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,WIRE,PLS,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-011-RBS MTU,2-WAY,AMER,RES,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-021-RBS MTU,2-WAY,RO11,RES,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

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Ordering Information

Model Number Description Series

3221-031-RBS MTU,2-WAY,SPRG,RES,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-015-RBS MTU,2-WAY,AMER,COM,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-025-RBS MTU,2-WAY,ROCK,COM,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-035-RBS MTU,2-WAY,SPRG,COM,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-055-RBS MTU,2-WAY,DRSR,COM,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-065-RBS MTU,2-WAY,ROMT,COM,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-019-RBS MTU,2-WAY,AMER,CRB,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-039-RBS MTU,2-WAY,SPRG,CRB,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-059-RBS MTU,2-WAY,DRSR,CRB,STD RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-011-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,AMER,RES,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-021-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,RO11,RES,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-031-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,SPRG,RES,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-015-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,AMER,COM,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-025-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,ROCK,COM,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-035-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,SPRG,COM,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-055-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,DRSR,COM,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-065-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,ROMT,COM,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-019-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,AMER,CRB,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-039-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,SPRG,CRB,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

3221-059-RBSW MTU,2-WAY,DRSR,CRB,EXT RNG,HRR Series 3000 Gas

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Series MTU Part Numbering System

XXXX-XXX-XXXX

MTU style CustomizationRadio Behavior

(added as appropriate, all four slots do not have to be filled)

Part numbers will only be created by the engineering department as new MTUs are released.The following pages contain water and gas part number configuration keys and examples to help you understand how to read the numbering system.

Series MTU Part Numbering SystemWater Models

Series MTU Part Numbering SystemGas Models

All series MTUs will use a new consistent numbering system to identify the style and features of the MTU.Water and gas MTUs do have unique markers but all MTU part numbers will follow this basic format.




MTU Style, Package

Series MTU type Case style # of Ports

2Series 2000

3Series 3000

4Series 4000

3Water MTU

2General

(8150)

1Single

2Dual

X X X X

Radio Behavior

Register type Read rate Range

RPulse

DEncoder

BHourly

(leave blank for 2 x daily)

WExtended

(leave blank for standard)

X X X X

Customization

Connector Wire Length

0None

1Nicor

2Badger

3Neptune

4Neptune wire prep

Length in feet(standard is 12 feet)

X X X

Series 3000 Water MTU General (8150)

Single

3 3 2 1Pulse Hourly

R BNone 12 feet

0 1 2

Step 1The customer requests an MTU for a residential, pulse type water meter with a single port that can provide hourly reads.

Step 2Engineering builds the MTU configuration number using the water key.

Step 3An order is placed in E1 for part 3321-012-RB with the description MTU, 2-WAY, PULSE, 1P, STD RNG, HRR.

Example:

- -

- -

Series MTU Part Numbering SystemWater Models



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MTU Style, Package

Series MTU type Case style # of Ports

2Series 2000

3Series 3000

4Series 4000

1Direct Mount

2Indirect Mount

1General (7712)

2General (8150)

3Low profile AM

4Low profile RO

5Low profile SP

6Low profile DR

7Commercial

1Single

2Dual

X X X X

Customization

Connector Metermanufacturer

0 X X0

Generic(No drive)

1American

2Rockwell

3Sprague

4Lancaster

5Dresser

6Romet

0Universal

1-4Residential

5-9Commercial

Meter style

Radio Behavior

Register type Read rate Alarm

RPulse

BHourly

(leave blank for 2 x daily)

STamper

Detection

X X X XRange

WExtended

(leave blank for standard)

Series 3000 Direct Mount

Low Profile AM

Single

3 1 3 1

Step 1The customer requests a direct mount MTU for an American residential gas meter with a single port that can provide hourly reads and tamper protection.

Step 2Engineering builds the MTU configuration number using the gas key.

Step 3An order is placed in E1 for part 3131-011-RBS with the description MTU, 2-WAY, AMER,RES,STD,RNG, HRR

Example:

Pulse Hourly Tamper Detection

R B SAmerican

0 1 1Residential

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- -

Ordering Information

Series MTU Part Numbering SystemGas Models



BACK TO PAGE 1Upcoming Product Materials

As we get closer to our external launch of the MTU series, we will release several documents and provide training to help explain the features, benefits, and specifications of the product lines.

LiteratureThe following documents are planned to help describe the one- and two-way networks and MTU series products in more detail. (Subject to change)

Aclara water and gas one-way communication and two-way communication network brochureThis will describe and compare the benefits of both communication types in the water and gas industries.

Aclara MTU Series brochureThis brochure will describe the features, benefits, and compatibility of the entire MTU series for water and gas.

Product data sheetsEach data sheet will include a product description, value, features and benefits, and specifications.

Series 2000 Water MTU•Series 3000 Water MTU•Series 3000 Gas MTU•

Training programsTraining sessions/webinars on the series MTUs will be held for additional product information.

Product catalogA reference guide of series MTUs with descriptions, specifications, and part numbers.

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Documents

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meter type

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electric meter data

mtu readings

system datacollectors