Smart Grid Components NEW» FAST The Smart Camera Sensor for Digitizing Analog Utility Meters
FAST Hi-tech in a beautifully designed package» FAST Retrofit rather than replace FAST turns your conventional meter into a smart metering device in seconds The Benefits of the New-generation New Camera Module Now even more reliable optical character recognition (OCR) Simpler Installation No adapter required for mounting on gas meters Unobstructed View of Source Meter Thanks to the new pivoted mounting bracket and clear tape mount Moisture Protection for Use in Challenging Environments connectors, battery and high-power antenna are built in Optional Power Supply via M-Bus For simpler on-site installation Bidirectional Wireless Data Transfer Including remote irmware updates (available 1Q 2016) ATEX Certification For use with gas meters in explosion-protected environments (available 2Q 2016)
» FAST Overview Camera and LED lamps Start button Silicone seal 8-digit display High-performance clear tape Screw-down cap Compartment for interface connectors and battery Pivoted mountig bracket EC2 AA Battery EC2 M-Bus EC2 RS 485 EC2 USB» Applications FAST is the ideal device for taking automated readings from analog utility meters. It is aimed at energy suppliers, utility meter operators, commercial and industrial users, municipal property managers, and smart home system providers. Ferraris meter Diaphragm gas meter Water meter Oil meter
» How it Works FAST uses a camera and OCR technology to take regular meter readings and transmit the resulting data either via a wired network or wirelessly. The Data Logger software option enables you to store up to 10,000 readings in the device s internal memory. Transform your analog meter into a smart meter in three easy steps 1 Installation Use the universal template to determine the correct mounting position for your source meter. The clear, high-performance tape provided ensures a secure mount and the pivoted mounting bracket gives you an unobstructed view of the meter number and display whenever you need it. Use the universal template to position 2 Capturing Meter Readings Fix the mounting bracket to the meter Press the Start button Unobstructed view The built-in camera captures an image of the meter s counter while LEDs ensure a clear picture, even in dark meter cabinets. The OCR algorithm transforms the image into a digital numerical value. Use the supplied ECWin software to set reading intervals of 1-60 minutes and select appropriate fonts and meter types. 3 Data Transfer Captured meter readings are transmitted to a gateway where they can be processed for example, using dedicated energy data management software. In wireless M-Bus mode, FAST automatically transmits data at preset intervals, while in wired mode, you can take readings anytime using an appropriate command. The new and unique bidirectional data transfer capability enables you to use the wireless M-Bus to take readings, calibrate the device and update its firmware. Wireless M-Bus (868 MHz, OMS) Wired (Modbus, M-Bus; RS232, RS485, USB) TCP/IP GSM PLC LAN FAST Gateway Backend
» Technical Specs Device Protocol / Data format / Data transfer RF RF with external antenna (wired) Data Logger Art. No. 1200 Art. No. 1210 Art. No. 1203 Art. No. 1211 Wireless M-Bus, 868 MHz, T2/S2 Mode M-Bus / Modbus CSV, stores up to 10,000 readings Internal antenna RF power: up to 10 dbm MMCX magnetic antenna with cable for installation outside of the meter cabinet M-Bus, RS485, USB s (see accessories) USB (see accessories) RF range up to 1,000 m RF range up to 1,500 m Power supply Battery Battery External Battery Optical sensor unit Display Camera module with mirror lens and LED lamps for counters up to 60mm wide and minimum digit height of 5mm 8 digits with up to 3 decimal places. Push the Start button to display the current reading. Mounting Software Encryption Metering tech. Operating conditions Clear, high-performance tape (can be completely removed without leaving traces) ECWin software for coniguration, data readout and irmware updates via Windows PC, available for download in German and English 128-bit AES, conforms to Open Metering System (OMS) Non-reactive to the speciic characteristics of the meter type -10 to +50 C ambient temperature Protection IP 64 ATEX Certification Accessory s Zone 2 (Art. No. 1200 only) EC2 M-Bus EC2 RS 485 EC2 USB Open Wire Cable Art. No. 1266 Art. No. 1264 Art. No. 1263 Art. No. 1268 Protocol M-Bus Modbus Modbus Modbus Connector Power supply Accessory 2-pole screw-ix terminal block 3-pole screw-ix terminal block Via M-Bus 4.75-24V DC / 100 ma EC2 AA Battery AC adapter not supplied Micro USB type B 5V DC / 100 ma Micro USB Water Meter Adapter 60/10 mm 2m 4-core cable (VDD, Rx, Tx, GND) 3.0-3.6V DC / 50 ma Water Meter Adapter 60/4 mm Art. No. 1272 Art. No. 2002 Art. No. 2011 For RF, RF with external antenna and Data Logger, up to 15 years durability For installation on water meters