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TR4-X Transceiver 

Outdoor Meter Reading and Wireless Transceiver

 

Operation and Installation Guide 

1| Product Overview 

The NextCentury TR4-X Transceiver introduces the 
next  generation  of  superior  wireless  performance. 
Featuring  Meter+™  technology,  this  Transceiver 
offers broad meter compatibility in a single model.   

Engineered  for  long  maintenance-free  operation, 
the TR4-X provides hourly-read precision with a 10-
year battery life.  

Meter+™ Advanced Compatibility  

The  TR4-X  Transceiver  utilizes  Meter+™  technology, 
making  this  single  model  compatible  with  virtually  all 
modern encoded and pulse-output utility meters, including 
water, electric, gas, run-time, and thermal meter models.  

Single model supports a pulse or encoded meter 

Easy configuration, external programmer is not 
required 

Visual LED indicators to verify meter connections 

Intelligent Wireless 

The TR4-X Transceiver builds on the previous generation’s 
longest  in-class  wireless  range,  and  now  boasts  up  to  3x 
more range. 

Utilizing  two-way 

NextCentury  RF  Connect™

  wireless, 

the  TR4-X  has  intelligent  routing  capabilities  ensuring 
success  in  a  variety  of  environments,  from  spread-out 
commercial  properties  to  high-density  apartment 
complexes in excess of 4,000 meter points. 

The  TR4-X  is  a  drop-in  replacement  for  any  previous 
generation  NextCentury  Transceiver.  Wireless  network 
operation  is  seamlessly  compatible  with  all  earlier 
generation Repeaters and Gateways.  

A Superior Platform 

Property  setup,  configuration,  and  usage  data  are 
managed on the 

NextCentury Cloud Platform

. This robust 

management  solution  connects  you  to  a  wide  range  of 
features facilitating property setup and ongoing operation.  

2| Technical Specifications 

2.1 – Certifications 

         

FCC:

 2AB8I-TR4X 

         

 

IC: 

20949-TR4X 

2.2 – Wireless Communication  

Two-way NextCentury RF Connect™ 

902-928 MHz Unlicensed Band 

2.3 – Meter Compatibility  

Pulse or encoded meter types 

(see section 3)

 

Single model supports all configurations 

2.4 – In-Field Configuration 

Simple meter configuration—no external 

programmer required 

2.5 – Battery  

Preinstalled, field-replaceable CR18505 

Estimated 10-year battery life* 

*Note: 10-year battery estimated with operating temperatures 
between 60ºF-90ºF, and 6-hr device check-in. Achieved battery 
life can be greater or less than 10 years depending on the meter 
type, system configuration, and lifetime operating temperature. 

2.6 – Dimensions  

3.3in x 1.8in x 1.3in (84mm x 46mm x 33mm) 

2.7 – Operation Environment: 

-20°C to 60°C  (-4°F to 140°F ) 

IP 68 rated for outdoor installation

Summary of Contents for NextCentury TR4-X

Page 1: ...ial properties to high density apartment complexes in excess of 4 000 meter points The TR4 X is a drop in replacement for any previous generation NextCentury Transceiver Wireless network operation is seamlessly compatible with all earlier generation Repeaters and Gateways A Superior Platform Property setup configuration and usage data are managed on the NextCentury Cloud Platform This robust manag...

Page 2: ... enter Configuration Mode The Meter LED will display a solid color to show the current meter configuration 6 2 Toggle Pulse or Encoded Swipe the magnet to toggle between Pulse Meter red and Encoded Meter blue configurations After 3 seconds the meter type is accepted 7 Pulse Meter 7 1 Configure for Pulse Enter configuration mode If the Meter LED is solid blue the TR4 X is configured for a pulse met...

Page 3: ...rient 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 ...

Page 4: ...ystem 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 or are converted altered or treated by other than NextCentury recomme...

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