HRI
Special Features
Suitable for a wide range of meters
Load-free sensor detecting the pointer‘s rotation
Protected against external magnetic fields
May be retrofitted to pre-equipped meters
Detects flow direction
Contact bounce suppression
Self-diagnostics
More than 10-year battery life
Hermetically-sealed housing (IP68)
Description
HRI is an universal sensor, which is compatible with a wide
range of meters, including single-jet, multi-jet and piston
meters with dry-dial and semi-dry registers. HRI can be
retrofitted on all Sensus meters pre-equipped with an HRI
modulator.
HRI is available in two versions. The HRI PulseUnit is a
high-resolution pulser, which detects the flow direction. The
HRI DataUnit is an electronic register with a data interface,
which supports both hard-wired M-Bus sytems and battery-
driven MiniBus devices such as mobile meter reading
systems.
The HRI is more than an extension of a simple sensor. It
has been expanded to provide a reliable data source for
remote reading of a conventional meter. It is the interface
for all today’s requirements for data interrogation and
remote transmission.
Applications

Route-planned meter reading for billing, for
example mobile reading systems.
Load profiles via a fixed network using M-bus
or via radio, telephone or GSM/GPRS Modem.
Industrial application e.g. dosing.
Leakage detection when connected to a data logger.
Generation and transmission of flow profiles using a data
logger and GSM/GPRS modem.
The design of the HRI allows the system to be installed in
extreme conditions, such as flooded meter pits.

Remote reading of flow rate and cumulative flow

using a frequency converter.

System Overview
Fixed Network
GSM/GPRS
Telemetry Center

Fixed Radio-GSM/GPRS BaseGate

Fixed Radio BaseNet

HRI

WaterMeter
Technical Data
Cable length 1.5 m

Operational cable length: several km with transient

voltage protection

2 pulse outputs (I1, I2)

according to ISO / TC 30 / SC 7 / WG 8 draft paper

- Switched voltage: max. 24 V

- Switched current: max. 20 mA

- Power input: max. 0,48 VA

- Max. output frequency: 5 Hz; 124 ms pulse width

- Memory for up to 1,000,000 reverse pulses

Data interface (DATA) Schematic

- M-Bus and MiniBus (Auto speed detection)
- Protocol according to IEC 870 / EN 1434-3
- Data: counter reading, meter number

External power supply via DATA line

possible: 5 to 24 V DC

Counter reading and settings are retained in case of

power failure

Temperature range
- Storage: -20° to +65° C
- Operation: -10° to +65° C

Divisor

D= number of litres per output pulse divided by the

number of litres per pointer rotation

- Possible values for D: 1 / 2,5 / 5 / 10 / 25 / 50 / 100 /

250 / 500 or 1000

- Example for residential meters:

D=1 means 1 l per pulse,
D=1000 means 1 m3 per pulse, ...
Available Designs

HRI PulseUnit
Depending on the application, the HRI PulseUnit can be offered in four modes: Mode A1, A2, A3 and A4.

Mode A1 (default mode) Mode A2

This mode is used with readout devices with Output l1: Forward flow pulses
unidirectional pulse output. Output l2: Reverse flow pulses

Output l1: Balanced pulses Mode A3

Reverse pulses are compensated by identical number
of forward pulses.
Output l2: Counter status:
If output I2 is open, the reverse flow is compensated.
If output I2 is closed compensation is not completed.
Output l1: Forward and reverse flow pulses
Output l2: Flow direction
Mode A4
Output l1: Balanced pulses
Output l2: Tamper and error status
Output l2 is closed in normal operation, if the cable
is cut or another error is detected l2 is opened

HRI DataUnit
The HRI DataUnit has an interface to read out the data and subsequent configuration. It also works as a PulseUnit, but is
programmable in the field.

Programmable settings are:

· Mode: B1, B2, B3 and B4
(corresponding to HRI PulseUnit modes A1, A2, A3 and A4)
· Divisor
· Meter number (8 digits)
· Counter start reading (meter reading after fitting the HRI)

Order Information
HRI PulseUnit HRI DataUnit
Mode and Divisor are factory-set according tocustomer’s All settings are programmable in the field.
specification
. - Default setting*:
- Default setting*: Mode A1, Divisor = 1 Mode = B1,
Divisor = 1,
Meter number = HRI production number,
Counter start = 0,
Unit = m3
* Please specify, when ordering, if settings are to be different
from the above.

Scope of Delivery
Installation and operating instructios - HRI

HRI is available in two versions.

• The HRI PulseUnit provides high-resolution pulse outputs.
• The HRI DataUnit has additionally a data interface for reading meter id-number and index.

Delivery parts - 1
HRI sensor, Bayonet ring, Cut Meter lid, 2 screws, 2 screw seals,
1 adhesive seal
1
Installation:
Just before mounting the HRI on the meter it is essential to
remove the aluminum foil at the bottom side. A screwdriver
Torx (T8) or Slot (3.5*0.6) is recommended for mounting. The
torque should be 0.6Nm 1

2 4
Meters with plastic register - 2 2
3
Change the lids and put the HRI on the meter, so that the two pins
on top of the register fit exactly into the holes at the bottom of the
6
HRI. Fit the two screws. For tamper protection fit the plastic seals
on top of the screws. The bayonet ring and the adhesive seal are 5
not used for this register type.

Meter with glass-copper register - 3

First exchange the lids. Mount the HRI with both the screws on the
bayonet ring. For tamper protection fit the plastic seals on the top
of the screws. Fit the bayonet ring with the mounted HRI on the top
of the meter register and turn it until it drops into place. Push and 3
turn the bayonet ring clockwise until the lever clicks into place. If
required fit the adhesive seal. To remove the HRI lift the lever and
rotate anticlockwise.

Type - 4
Depending on the order specification, HRI can be delivered in four
different pulse modes
HRI Pulse Unit: Type A1, A2, A3 and A4
HRI Data Unit: Type B1, B2, B3 and B4 4
with following pulse weights:

Possible values for residential meters:

D = 1 / 2,5 / 5 / 10 / 25 / 50 / 100 / 250 / 500 or 1000

**) Balanced pulses: Reverse flow must be compensated by identical

forward flow before more pulses are output. That means, no output
pulses during this period even the meter is counting forward.

Ground (brown)

DATA (green) only for HRI Type B (alternatively for external

power supply)
Battery or external power supply (for all types):
Battery 3V Lithium with autonomy lifetime more than 10 years. Application examples:
With unbroken permanent power supply of 24VDC (max.
50VDC) unit lifetime is increased by more than 15 years. In case
of external power failure the battery of the module takes over the SPS mit geschalteter Masse / PLC with switched ground
supply. All stored data are retained and the volume detection HRI fremdgespeist / PLC with externalpower supply
continuous autonomously. The external power supply can also
be an M-Bus central unit.

Technical data:
• Temperature range
Storage: -20° to +65° C
Operation: -10° to +65° C
• Cable length: 1,5 m
• Hermetically-sealed housing IP 68
• EMC acc. EEC directive 98/34 equal European standards
EN61000-6-1

Pulse-outputs (I1/I2) all types:

Open drain transistor switch according ISO/TC30
Vmax: 30V / Imax: 20mA / Pmax: 0,48VA / fmax: 5Hz
Max. voltage by closed switch: 0.3V + I * 250Ω
If the data interface isn’t used the serial resistance can be
halved by 130Ω with the connection of green and brown wire. PLC with switched power supply
Pulse length 124ms fixed,
Flow direction (A3/B3) signal l2 is 18μs prior to I1
Operational cable length up to 10m
Transient voltage protection is highly recommended for wiring
outside buildings.
Data interface (HRI-Bx only):
M-Bus and MiniBus (Auto speed detection: 300/2400 Baud)
Protocol according EN13757-3 equal IEC 870 / EN 1434-3
Data: meter id-no., meter index (optional 1 litre or 1 m3 resolution)
Operational cable length: according to M-Bus specification.
With MBus the account of reading is unlimited, with MiniBus the
reading shouldn’t be more than 5 times per day to avoid battery
lifetime less than 10 years.
With the data interface following values can be set via MiniCom
(version >3.0); standard setting from the factory in brackets:
Operational cable length: according to M-Bus specification. TR100 (829372) / Remote display
With MBus the account of reading is unlimited, with MiniBus the
reading shouldn’t be more than 5 times per day to avoid battery
lifetime less than 10 years.
Primary address (0), Secondary address (HRI-Fabrication No.)
Meter id-no. (HRI-Fabrication No.)
Meter index (0); if the aluminium foil is missing, index can be
different Pulse mode (according the order), Pulse weight
(according the order)
Attention: resolution of meter index can’t be changed, so this
setting must be correctly defined with the order.
If the HRI is ordered mounted on top of a meter , the secondary
address, meter id-no. and meter index are preset with the meter’s
values. Setting on site isn’t necessary.
If data interface and pulse output is used at the same time,
potential free connection for the connected devices are requested.
During data communication pulse loss is possible depending on
the pulse collector’s input circuit.
Connection with CDL
Disposal instructions:
This product contains a lithium battery and to protect the environment
should not be disposed in household rubbish when its serviceable life
is over. Disposal can take place through a Sensus Metering Systems
Service Centre. If however you want to take care of the disposal
yourself, please comply with the local and national regulations for
environmental protection.

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