MANUALE System Q WALK BY

System Q walk-by
Manual
Version 1.3
Table of Content
Q walk-by-System ..............................................................................................................5
1 Introduction......................................................................................................................5
2 Explanation......................................................................................................................6
3 Intended Use ...................................................................................................................6
4 Safety Comments ............................................................................................................7
4.1 Product Safety ..........................................................................................................7
4.2 Assemblies Containing Electrostatic Sensitive Devices............................................7
4.4 Comments on Battery Safety ....................................................................................7
Change of Batteries ..................................................................................................7
Handling of Batteries.................................................................................................7
5 Scope of Delivery ............................................................................................................8
5.1 Optional Accessories ................................................................................................8
6 System Description..........................................................................................................9
6.1 System Functions .....................................................................................................9
Transmission of Meter Readings ..............................................................................9
Data Acquisition ........................................................................................................9
Export of Data into a Billing System........................................................................10
6.2 Consumption Meters...............................................................................................10
Transmission Management.....................................................................................10
Heat Cost Allocators ...............................................................................................11
Electronic Water Meter Attachment Modules..........................................................12
6.3 Data Acquisition System .........................................................................................13
Mobile Data Logger (WTZ.MB) ...............................................................................13
Portable computer (netbook) ..................................................................................14
System requirement.....................................................................................................14
ACT46.PC Software................................................................................................14
7 How to Start up a Q walk-by System .............................................................................15
7.1 Planning..................................................................................................................15
7.2 Parameterization of Meters.....................................................................................15
7.3 Installation of Meters...............................................................................................15
8 How to Read out a Q walk-by System ...........................................................................16
8.1 Readout Order ........................................................................................................16
Readout Orders with Building Information ..............................................................16
Readout Orders with Device Information ................................................................16
Readout Orders without Default File .......................................................................16
8.2 Starting the Readout System ..................................................................................16
8.3 Readout ..................................................................................................................17
8.4 Saving of Data ........................................................................................................17
Overview of Q walk-by Documents ................................................................................18

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Annex................................................................................................................................ 19
1 LED behaviour ................................................................................................................19
2 Operating Examples ....................................................................................................... 20
3 Recording of a Default File ............................................................................................. 21
4 Data Formats .................................................................................................................. 22
Keyword Index ................................................................................................................. 28
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Introduction 22.04.2010
Q walk-by-System
1 Introduction
The Q walk-by system allows wireless acquisition of meter readings, without
consumption meters having to be accessed directly. All buildings whose meter-
ing locations are equipped with Q walk-by compatible meters can be read out
with this system.
With extremely efficient radio and Bluetooth technology, it is possible to collect
consumption data from the publicly accessible areas of buildings.
The Q walk-by system reliably performs all the tasks involved in the acquisition
of metering data and helps to streamline the consumption determination proc-
ess and to render billing more cost-effective.
This manual contains general explanations and safety regulations that must be
heeded for the Q walk-by system as well as a detailed system description.

Introduction 22.04.2010
2 Explanation
Supplementary in- Whenever special annotations or comments are required in this manual over
formation is provided and above the regular text, relevant notes will be furnished in the margin.
next to the text. In order to facilitate reading, important sections are marked in particular ways.
These markings are described below:
Attention This symbol warns of potential dangers or of the risk of property damage.
Note This symbols draws attention to special comments.
In order to describe operations involving the keyboard, <Ctrl + S> is used in

Keyboard
this manual. This means that the <Ctrl> and <S> keys need to be pressed si-
multaneously. (A file would be saved in this particular case.)
Place Holder For character strings which may be additionally contained in a file name, the “*”
Symbol sign is used as a place holder.
Explanation of terms Portable computer

General Portable computer is a collective term for computers whose size and weight
allow them to be carried, making them suitable for mobile use.
Laptops, notebooks, netbooks, Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) as well as
mobile phones with a PDA function are classified as mobile computers.
For the application The application of a mobile computer described in this manual is in connection
described with the software ACT46.PC: System pre-requisites for the use of this software
is one of the operating systems…
• Windows 2000 (32 Bit),
• Windows XP (32 Bit) with Service-Pack 3,
• Windows Vista (32 Bit) Home Basic / Home Premium or
• Windows 7 (32 Bit)
Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) and mobile phones are not suitable for the
application described.
3 Intended Use
All the components of the Q walk-by system are intended exclusively for the
acquisition and transmission of consumption values. The technical specifica-
tions need to be observed without exception. If any component of the
Q walk-by system is employed for purposes other than its intended use, safe
operation cannot be guaranteed. The operator rather than the manufacturer
will be responsible for any personal injury and property damage resulting from
any non-intended use.
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Explanation 22.04.2010
4 Safety Comments
4.1 Product Safety
All the components of the Q walk-by system have been designed, manufac-
tured and tested in compliance with the EN 60950 safety standard. Under the
normal case scenario, the product therefore does not pose any risks of prop-
erty damage or to people’s health, provided the handling and the health and
safety regulations applicable to planning and layout, assembly, intended use
and maintenance are complied with.
4.2 Assemblies Containing Electrostatic Sensitive Devices

Attention All the integrated building blocks used in the meters are electrostatic sensitive
devices (ESD).
The cautions listed below should be heeded:
The trained operator should avoid wearing clothing made of man-made fibers
and shoes with plastic soles, as such garment may lead to electrostatic charg-
ing.
The operator needs to dissipate electrostatic charges before handling any
open components, by touching a grounded pipe system, for example.
Avoid touching the circuit board or any freely accessible contacts.
4.3 Environmental Compatibility
All the components of the Q walk-by system have been designed in accor-
dance with the QUNDIS policy for eco-friendly products. This policy sets out
guidelines for an eco-friendly product design and specifies how those guide-
lines are to be applied in QUNDIS GmbH’s product planning and development
processes.
Proof of environmentally compatible product design, as required under the
QUNDIS policy, is demonstrated through the check list on the environmental
compatibility of products.
4.4 Comments on Battery Safety

Change of Batteries
Caution There is a risk of explosion if batteries are replaced with incorrect types of bat-
teries. For replacement, only use the same type or the equivalent type recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
Disposal Do not dispose of batteries in household waste. Please take used batteries to
your local disposal centers. Be sure to observe local and national waste dis-
posal regulations.
Handling of Batteries
• Store batteries in a dry place protected from moisture.
• Keep batteries out of children’s reach.
• Do not heat batteries above 100 °C or throw batteries into a fire.
• Do not short-circuit batteries.
• Do not open or damage batteries.
• Do not recharge batteries.
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5 Scope of Delivery
The Q walk-by readout system is available as
• a set including netbook (WTZ.WBSET-10/PC) or
• a set including Bluetooth USB stick (WTZ.WBSET-2/PC) for retrofitting mo-
bile computers of your choice.
WTZ.WBSET-10/PC - Netbook with German operating system

- Software for Q walk-by (ACT46.PC) in German, English and Italian
- Mobile data logger (WTZ.MB)
- Case for mobile data logger
- Carrying case with foam insert
- Four AA batteries
- Documentation on CD
WTZ.WBSET-2/PC - Netbook with German operating system

- Software for Q walk-by (ACT46.PC) in German, English and Italian
- Bluetooth USB Stick
- Case for mobile data logger
- Four AA batteries
- Documentation on CD
5.1 Optional Accessories
WTZ.AL - 12-volt / 110-volt to 230-volt battery charger, complete with 4 recharge-

able batteries for WTZ.MB
WTZ.AP4 - Rechargeable battery pack (4 batteries) for WTZ.MB
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6 System Description
6.1 System Functions
Meters Data Acquisiton Data Transfer Billing
Transmission of Meter Readings

The Q walk-by system uses special Q walk-by meters, whose data telegrams
are adapted to a mobile readout.
Energy-saving op- Q walk-by meters transmit the stored data at very rapid intervals. Energy-
eration thanks to saving operation is ensured by smart transmission management, which permits
smart transmission optimum adjustment to local conditions.
management
Data Acquisition
Mobile Data Logger The mobile data logger serves the data acquisition system solely as a radio
(WTZ.MB) receiver for data broadcast by Q walk-by meters and as a Bluetooth interface
to the portable computer (netbook). It can be used instantly without requiring
any configuration, and it excels through easiest usability. Its rugged housing
protects the electronics from shocks and impact.
Dependable and If it is within the range of the meters, the mobile data logger receives meter
accurate real-time readings in real time. If the data logger is logged on to the portable computer
readout (netbook) as a communication partner, the data are directly transferred into the
data acquisition system.
Privacy protection To execute readout orders, the readout personnel can stay in the publicly ac-
cessible areas of the building in question. When structural conditions are fa-
vorable, a location outside of the building could even be sufficient. Access to
private rooms and/or offices is no longer required for data collection purposes.
Software ACT46.PC The display continuously shows readout progress. Additionally, the software
offers a feature that assists the readout personnel in judging whether a change
of readout location is required or not.
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The data received are continuously stored in the system database, where they
are processed. Using the ACT46.PC software, they can be viewed and ex-
ported on site.
Continuous saving In the event of a power supply interruption (weak batteries), data loss is almost
of data and auto- impossible, thanks to continuous data saving. Once functionality has been re-
matic backups ensure stored, the readout process can be continued seamlessly.
effective data protec- Using the software, it is possible to locate meters. This allows, for instance,
tion. immediate responses whenever units send a fault message during the readout
process.
Export of Data into a Billing System

In order for readout data to be provided in a suitable format for consumption
billing in a billing system, the software ACT46.PC has a choice of the formats
XML, AHW or REP for data export.
6.2 Consumption Meters

Communication between the meters and the mobile data acquisition system
requires special meters, whose transmission management and telegram struc-
tures are designed to meet the particular needs of a Q walk-by readout.
Transmission Management
Q-walk-by meters provide a total of 48 readout days per year. During a readout
day, telegrams are broadcast within a ten-hour window. This ensures energy-
saving operation.
• The parameterization of the readout type “annual” sets 48 readout days af-
ter the cutoff date (plus a parameterizable time delay).
• The parameterization of the readout type “monthly” spreads the 48 readout
days evenly over the months of the year, so that four readout days (plus a
parameterizable time delay) will be possible after the last day of each
month.
• A minimum of one workday is parameterized as a day on which no transmis-
sions will take place (day preset when the product is delivered to the cus-
tomer: Sunday).
• A maximum of two weekdays to be selected from among Friday, Saturday
and Sunday can be parameterized as days with no transmissions.
Note The time specified as the daily transmission window represents Central Euro-
pean Winter Time (CEWT).
The devices are not adjusted to summer time.
In countries using other clocks, the difference to CEWT must be taken into
consideration, with the daily transmission window to be adjusted, as required.
The following consumption meters are presently available for use with the
Q walk-by system:
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Heat Cost Allocators
Q walk-by heat cost allocators are employed when heat costs need to be as-
signed to several customers, based on actual consumption. They are mainly
used for heating systems with central heat processing, where heat energy is
supplied to customers individually.
Functions • Determination of the amount of heat emitted by a heater, based on the
heater temperature measured and evaluated
• Cumulation of consumption since the last cutoff date, storage of previous
year’s consumption
• Radio-based readout and transmission of consumption readings to the
Q walk-by system
• Protection against tampering: If units are opened without authorization, a
relevant signal is displayed and an error message is sent via radio.
• WHE466 models can be programmed via IrDA (optoelectric interface),
while WHE465 models operate together with programming adapter
WHZ4.PO.
• Heat cost allocators are shipped to the customer in the power-saving mode
(SLEEP mode). When the units are snapped onto the heat conductor, the
sabotage contact wakes them up, with installation and walk-by telegrams
being broadcast.
• Radio-based readout and transmission of consumption readings to a read-
out unit of the Q walk-by system without the need to have direct access to
the meter concerned
• Parameterization by customers:
Parameterizable Func- - Start date - Weekdays with no telegram
tions - Cutoff date transmissions
- Heater-specific data - Transmission window on a given
day
- Readout mode yearly/monthly
- Upgrade to the Q AMR system
- Type of due date yearly/monthly
(not reversible)
- Time delay in days relative to
the readout day
• Irrespective of the readout time set, the meters broadcast status informa-
tion several times a day, throughout the year.
Parameters Set by Upon delivery from the manufacturer, the cutoff date programmed is Decem-
Manufacturer ber 31.
With reference to the Q walk-by system, the WHE465 and 466 are set to:
• “yearly “ readout mode (48 readout days, commencing on January 1)* or
• “monthly” readout mode (4 readout days in the month)*
• time delay in relation to the readout day: 0 days,
• no broadcasting of telegrams on Sundays,
• daily transmission window: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
* deviating programming ex factory possible
Type Summary WHE465 - compact single-sensor device

WHE466.FR - remote single-sensor device, equipped with IrDA interface
WHE465Z - compact dual-sensor device
WHE466Z.FR - remote dual-sensor device, equipped with IrDA interface
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Electronic Water Meter Attachment Modules
The radio adapter records and processes the metering pulses of radio-ready
mechanical water meters and transmits the data to a Q walk-by system. To
permit parameterization, the radio adapter comes with an IrDA (optoelectric)
interface.
Functions • Acquisition of the metering pulses emitted by the radio-ready mechanical
water meter which the radio module is slotted onto
• Monitoring of pulse acquisition for functionality and tampering
• Processing of pulses, as well as storage of consumption data and cutoff
date values (The radio module is not provided with a display of its own.)
• Radio-based readout and transmission of consumption readings to a read-
out unit of the Q walk-by system without the need to have direct access to
the meter concerned
• Parameterization by customers:
Parameterizable Func- - Cutoff date - Weekdays with no telegram
tions - Current meter reading transmissions
- Utility - Transmission window on a
given day
- Water meter device number
- Upgrade to an Q AMR system
- Readout mode
(not reversible)
- Time delay in days relative to the
readout day
• Irrespective of the readout time set, the meters broadcast status informa-
tion several times a day, throughout the year.
Parameters Set by Upon delivery from the manufacturer, the cutoff date programmed is December 31.
Manufacturer
With reference to the Q walk-by system, WFZ166s are set to:
• “yearly “ readout mode (48 readout days, commencing on January 1),
• time delay in relation to the readout day: 0 days,
• no broadcasting of telegrams on Sundays,
• daily transmission window: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Type Summary WFZ166.DM for meters produced by DELTAMESS DWWF GmbH

WFZ166.EL for meters produced by ELSTER Messtechnik GmbH
WFZ166.WG for meters produced by Wasser-Geräte GmbH
Manufacturer Water meter series Typ

QUNDIS GmbH WFx30, WMx10 WFZ166.MO*
E. WEHRLE GmbH ETK-EAX, ETW-EAX, MTK-OZX, MTW-OZX WFZ166.MO*
Elster
EV-A, MO-A, MOZ-A WFZ166.EL
Messtechnik GmbH
Delta-AP-Funk-V, Delta-TKS-Funk-V, AMS Funk V WFZ166.DM
Deltamess
AP Funk V, M140 MO-A Funk V WFZ166.EL
DWWF GmbH
Koax 2“ Funk V WFZ166.MO*
WG ETW.. (MFS), WG UP-Zähler.. (MFS) WFZ166.WG
Wasser-Geräte GmbH
Unimeter UP-Zähler.. WFZ166.MO*
Allmess GmbH System measuring capsule MK +m, system watermeter V +m WFZ166.AL
* The Modularis counter is used in models delivered by different water meter manufacturers. Module WFZ166.MO can be used for these models.
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6.3 Data Acquisition System
The data acquisition system is the heart of the Q walk-by system. When
switched on inside a building where meters are to be read out, it receives de-
vice data in real time, evaluates them and stores them for transfer to the billing
system.
The data acquisition system is comprised of the following components:
Mobile Data Logger (WTZ.MB)

The job of the mobile data logger is to receive radio telegrams broadcast by
the meters and to relay them to the portable computer (netbook) via the Blue-
tooth interface.
Functions Together with a portable computer (netbook) and the ACT46.PC readout soft-
ware, the mobile data logger can be employed for the following applications:
• wireless readout,
• fault diagnosis and administration of Q walk-by systems.
It can be used instantly without requiring any configuration, and it excels
through easiest usability.
Thanks to extremely efficient radio and Bluetooth technology, it is possible to
collect consumption data from publicly accessible areas of a building.
By lighting up or flashing, two light-emitting diodes (LEDs) indicate the voltage
status and the connection status, respectively.
The sturdy housing protects the electronic components against damage, dust
and moisture.
In order to conserve battery power, the logger automatically stops all Bluetooth
activity and goes into the sleep mode after three minutes.
With the pushbutton provided, the unit may be switched off completely, so that
it can be stored in a current-free state.
Construction The mobile data logger consists of the following assemblies:

Bluetooth V2.0 • A 868-MHz receiver and a class 2 Bluetooth module ensure communication
Receiver,
Transmitter with the Q walk-by system.
• To turn the unit on and off, it is equipped with a pushbutton switch featuring
on/off
a red LED. The red LED signals the voltage status of the unit.
CPU,
Memory • The blue LED serves to monitor Bluetooth communication.
BT LED
(See Annex 1 LED behaviour)
• Voltage is supplied by four AA-type batteries or rechargeable AA-type bat-
868 MHz teries. Operating time depends on the capacity of the batteries used. In or-
Receiver
der to ensure long operation of the mobile data logger, use of alkaline
manganese batteries or rechargeable nickel-metal hybrid batteries are rec-
ommended. Polarity marks in the battery compartment show whether the
4 x AA (1.5 V or 1.2 V NiMH) batteries are correctly inserted.
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Portable computer (netbook)
In the Q walk-by The scope of delivery of the Q walk-by readout set WTZ.WBSET-10/PC in-
set cludes an efficient netbook up to the latest technical standard with an inte-
grated Bluetooth interface.
Alternatives Alternatively, portable computers (netbooks, notebooks, tablet PCs) of your
own choice can be used. For this option, we supply the Q walk-by readout set
WTZ.WBSET-10/PC. If the mobile computer you intend to use does not have a
Bluetooth interface, a Bluetooth function can be retrofitted using the Bluetooth
USB stick included in the scope of supply.
System requirement Existing notebooks / netbooks must meet the following minimum requirements.
Screen resolution optimised to 1024 x 600
Disk space (hard drive) min. 50 MB
Input devices Mouse and keyboard
Interface USB interface for Bluetooth stick
Operating system Windows 2000 (32 Bit)
Windows XP (32 Bit) with Service Pack 3
Windows Vista (32 Bit) Home Basic and
Home Premium
Windows 7 (32 Bit) Home Premium
ACT46.PC Software
The ACT46.PC serves to read out, process, visualize and make available the
device data received.
Its user interface is extremely user-friendly. It permits clearly structured work
through straightforward navigation.
A help system adds to the easy operation of the software.
Other functions ensuring that the readout process runs smoothly:
• Display of device and building data
• Visualization of readout progress
• Detailed display of meter data
• Export function permitting the export of data in different formats
• Automatic logging of readout processes
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7 How to Start up a Q walk-by System
7.1 Planning
Before a Q walk-by system can be installed, various equipment-related details
need to be considered and included in the planning process.
• Building size / distribution • Identification of meters (ID
of spaces number)
• Number of meters • Format of building data file
• Type of meters • Meter transmission man-
• Location of meters agement
Note Strongly shielding materials located between the meter and the mobile data
logger have an adverse effect on reception quality.
7.2 Parameterization of Meters

In most cases, the settings with which Q walk-by components are delivered
from the manufacturer allow immediate use, without any further programming
being required.
If any parameterization is to be performed in compact-type heat allocators, it
must take place prior to their installation, as those devices are not equipped
with an IrDA interface. Programming adapter WHZ4.P0 is available for the
parameterization of compact-type heat cost allocators.
Remote sensor heat cost allocators and water meter Slip-on modules come with
an IrDA interface.
They are parameterized with the aid of a portable computer (netbook) and
software ACT20
7.3 Installation of Meters

As in the case of conventional metering technology, Q walk-by meters need to
be installed at their intended locations by trained fitters.
Activation of the The radio transmitter integrated in the heat cost allocators is automatically acti-
Radio Transmitter: vated when it is snapped onto the heat conductor.
A programming stick is used to switch on the radio transmitters of water meter
attachment modules. Alternatively, they can be activated with the aid of aport-
able computer (netbook) and the ACT20 service software.
Verification Readout: Within ten minutes following activation of the radio transmitter, the devices start
broadcasting walk-by telegrams within the chosen readout window, so that a
verification readout can be performed before the apartment / flat is left.
Note A verification readout can only be carried out on the day of installation and the
day after that. This requires of the radio transmitters to have been started be-
fore or within the transmission window!
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8 How to Read out a Q walk-by System
8.1 Readout Order
Readout orders may be executed with or without building and device informa-
tion, depending on the type or reason of the readout.
Readout Orders with Building Information

The billing system must issue readout orders containing information as to ad-
dresses, devices and customer details of the buildings concerned. Based on
different sets of criteria, selected lists (such as meter readers, addresses, de-
vices) can be generated from this pool as default files and exported into the
portable computer (netbook) in AHW format.
Readout Orders with Device Information

In this type of readout, a list containing pure device information needs to be
generated for the readout order and exported into the portable computer (net-
book) in PLT format as a default file. (See Annex 4: Structure of a Plant File.)
Readout Orders without Default File

In this type of readout, the system does not make any target versus actual
comparison, due to the absence of information. All the meters received within a
certain radius are counted and displayed. Devices belonging to neighboring
systems may possibly be listed as well. To rule out erroneous results, a man-
ual comparison of the devices received with a list printed on paper is recom-
mended.
Note The transmission management settings of the meters to be read out should be
taken into account when it comes to the planning of a readout tour.
8.2 Starting the Readout System

Before the readout process can be started, it must be made sure that the mo-
bile data logger and the ACT46.PC software has been started. In order for the
mobile data logger to be switched on, its pushbutton switch must be depressed
and locked in depressed position, with its red LED lit up and the blue LED
flashing.
First Use To enable the mobile data logger to communicate with the portable computer
(netbook), the two devices must be set into pairing mode.
To do so, the “Search Bluetooth devices” menu needs to be called up in the
ACT46.PC.PC. The software will then search for Bluetooth devices located in
the vicinity. From the list of the devices found, the mobile data logger can then
be selected on the basis of its serial number. The serial number is printed on
the label of the mobile data logger.
Standard Use The software automatically sets up the connection to the mobile data logger.
If it is impossible to set up a connection, the mobile data logger will be auto-
Note
matically switched off after three minutes. The device can be restarted by
pressing the relevant button.
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8.3 Readout
To effect the readout, the appropriate default list of the current readout order is
to be called up and the readout process is to be started through the
ACT46.PC software.
The data received are continuously compared on the display. Readout pro-
gress is visualized in a bar chart.
If no more data are received, although not all the meters have been read yet,
which is indicated through the activity check symbol, a change of location is
required.
The position of the devices can be identified on the list of the devices missing
providing the building data has been entered into the system.
Note Any interruption of the Bluetooth connection is signaled by a rapid flashing of

the blue LED on the mobile data logger and by an error message in the port-
able computer (netbook).
Our recommenda- - Readout in the stairwell

tion: - Locations where AMR network nodes have been mounted (every 3rd sto-
rey, …)
- Change of location if no protocols are received over a longer period (traf-
fic light in software)
- Use of a specifications list, with details of the meter installation positions
if possible (AHW file)
- In the case of smaller buildings, readout can often take place from out-
side without entry to the apartment being necessary
8.4 Saving of Data

Storage of Data The data received are continually stored on the mobile computer in a file in
SDF format named according to the default list. Therefore loss of data is nearly
impossible.
Therefore loss of data is nearly impossible.
Export of Data Several export formats are available for the processing of the data received.
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Overview of Q walk-by Documents
Device Type (ASN) Documents
Q walk-by Systems System DST1-QWBY-GB0

ACS46 DST1-QTOL-GB0 ACS46PC
ACT20 DST1-QTOL-GB0 ACT20
Heat Cost Allocators WHE465 DST1-QCAL-GBW WHE46

WHE466.FR or
WHE465Z N2877WB
WHE466Z.FR
Water Meter Slip-on Modules WFZ166.DM DST1-QMOD-GB0 WFZ16

WFZ166.EL
WFZ166.WG
WFZ166.AL
Mobile Data Logger WTZ.MB DST1-QTOL-GB0 WTZMB

or
N5388WB
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Annex
1 LED behaviour Explanation
ExplanationSwitch off: Device is switched off

Switch on: Device in sleep mode
Device is ready for operation

Device is not registered and coupled with a communication partner
Device is not ready for operation

Operating voltage is too low
Readout to follow
Operating voltage has fallen to less than 4.5 V

Readout can be continued
Change battery as soon as possible!

Bluetooth module not active

Bluetooth module not active
alternating Device is not working properly.

This fault can be eliminated by rebooting the device.
If a reboot does not solve the problem, there is a serious malfunction.
Device should be sent in for repair.
Legende:
LED off red / blue LED pulse flashing slowly
red / blue LED on red / blue LED pulse flashing quickly
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2 Operating Examples
Transmission Management
The transmission management of Q walk-by devices can be customized to accommodate a com-
pany’s specific processes. The following example serves to explain the device parameterization proce-
dures for the management of transmissions:
Process Requirements: • Consumption costs are to be billed on a monthly basis.
• Meter reading personnel is only available in the second half of each month.
• Tours need to start as early as 6 a.m. Readouts are never performed on
weekends.
Settings
Type of Readout Monthly walk-by, as meters are to be read out on a monthly basis.
Transmission Delay In order to ensure that devices do not broadcast until the 15th of the month, a
ten-day transmission delay (following the last day of the month) is to be pa-
rameterized. Days with no transmissions (weekends) need to be taken into ac-
count in this context.
In January 2009, for example, the delay is a follows:
14 calendar days – 4 days without transmissions = 10 days
In February and March, the delay amounts to the following:
15 calendar days – 5 days without transmissions = 10 days
Start of Transmis- The meter reading personnel sets out on its tours at 6 a.m. Start of transmis-
sions sions is, therefore, to be set to 6:00 hrs. With only a 10-hour transmission win-
dow available per day, the program automatically sets the end of transmissions
to 16:00 hrs.
Day without Trans- Saturday and Sunday are declared to be days with no transmissions.
missions
The Q walk-by system requires at least one weekday with no transmissions. A
maximum of two of the weekdays offered may be chosen as days with no
transmissions. It is impossible to choose all three days.
Result
Days, on which telegrams are transmitted, are highlighted in gray.
With the above parameterization, the Q walk-by devices will broadcast walk-by
telegrams on four days of the week from 6:00 hrs. to 16:00 hrs. each, starting
on the 15th of each month.
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3 Recording of a Default File
Once the radio transmitter has been activated, the Q walk-by meters broadcast additional installation
telegrams. With the aid of a WTT16 network node, this function can be utilized to record information
on the activated devices for the generation of a plant file.
Note The above procedure requires a WTT16 network node and the ACT261) soft-
ware.
Procedure
1. Set the network node in installation mode. (Keep the red button on the
node depressed until the LED lights up, with “Inst” appearing on the dis-
play.)
2. Carry the network node to each installation location.
3. Start the installation of the meters. Make sure that the installation tele-
grams ("Inst 8" on the meter display) are triggered correctly.
4. Immediately following the installation of each device, Level C of the net-
work node should be checked for the correct number of meters installed.
5. Once installation work is completed, the network node should be set into the
standard mode.
Note To ensure that the installation of meters can continue beyond an eight-hour
period, the installation mode is automatically extended by one hour whenever a
meter is logged in.
In other words, if there is no break exceeding one hour during the meter
log-in process while the network is in the installation mode, the installation
mode automatically stays active.
6. After all the meters have been installed, a plant file can be generated in
PLT format and saved, using the ACT26. (See picture below.)
This file can be used by the portable computer (netbook) software of the Q
walk-by system as a default file for readout orders.
1)
The ACT26 software is described in the documentation for the Siemeca AMR system.
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4 Data Formats
Schema of an AHW File

File Structure The AHW file (ahw) is a structured text file (ASCII) generated by billing pro-
grams. As a standard procedure, umlauts and special characters are coded in
the Windows character set (“ANSI”).
<Carriage Return><Linefeed> serves as data record delimiter.
(¶, ASCII= 13+10 decimal)
The semicolon represents the standard field separator.
(";", ASCII=59 decimal)
Field names are displayed in the first line.
Field Description
Field Name Data Type Description Info
Data on Tenants and/or Apartments / Flats
NUNR A(25) User number (heat metering service) *
Format must be observed.
Format:
4 characters for owner no. “-“ 10 characters for property no. “-“
2 characters for user group “-“ 4 characters for user no. “-“
1 numeral for history, e.g.: "1234-1234567890-12-1234-0"
Note: User number 0000 means that the device is not assigned to any
apartment / flat, but to a property device or user group device (e.g.:
group heat meter).
User group 00, user number 0000: property device
User group 01-99, user name 0000: user group device
TITEL A(30) User number – customer (tenant number) *
NAME A(40) Name of tenant
STRASSE A(40) Name of street with house number
ORT A(40) Postcode / ZIP and place
TELEFON A(15) Telephone number of the tenant
LAGE A(15) Description of apartment / flat location, e.g.: “1st floor, right“
Device data
RAUM A(15) Description of room (e.g.: “kitchen,” “living room,” “bathroom”)
GERAETNR A(4) Freely assignable field *
LFDNR N(3,0) Consecutive number (sorting sequence) *
Corresponds to the sequence in which rooms are read out within an
apartment / flat.
Must be consecutive.
GERAETART A(6) Type of device, e.g., *
HVEF (electronic heat cost allocator), WMZ (heat meter),
WWZ (hot water meter), KWZ (cold water meter)
ABL_VJ N(7,3) Year-earlier reading (required for devices using the deduction method
for the calculation of consumption or for general information purposes)
SCHAETZKZ A(1) Estimate mark
Any value other than “N” or “ “ (blank) means: Device has been estimated.
FAKTOR N(8,4) Device factor used to convert the reading value into a consumption value. *
Usually for cost allocators only. <> 1.0
VNAM A(26) Name of agent
ABL_TAG D Readout date (format: dd.mm.yy) *
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Field Name Data Type Description Info
Data on Tenants and/or Apartments / Flats
ABL_BEG A(5) Readout start time (e.g., “11:30“)
ABL_END A(5) End of readout (e.g., “12:30“)
ANK_DAT D Date of advance notice of readout (format: dd.mm.yy)
GA1 A(5) Identification of evaporation-based heat cost allocators (HKVV) existing
in the property (empty, if there are none)
N_MEMO M Apartment / flat memo
G_MEMO M Device memo
Extension
ABL_ART A(1) Type of readout identification
“H” = Main readout
“Z” = Intermediate readout (in the event of a change of tenant)
GER_NR11 A(11) Device number (at least 4-digits) *
This field is used for identifying a device during data acquisition.
The readout program automatically completes this field to 8 digits by
leading zeros.
G_TYP N(10,0) Type of device
Detailed description based on the table specifying device types
(e.g.: 30 = WHE30), empty or 0: standard device
ABR_ID N(10,0) Billing ID
DigiHeiz Classic: Billing year
ABL_WERT N(7,3) Reading value – reading result
A value may have already been entered here if the readout is repeated
or if the device has been removed and the value recorded at the time of
removal is known.
VBR_WERT N(7,3) Consumption value – reading result
Optional (if consumption has been calculated or estimates have been entered manually)
AUSBAU_DAT D Date of removal in the event of device change
AUSBAU_STA N(7,3) Value at the time of removal in the event of a device change
EINBAU_DAT D Date of installation in the event of a device change
EINBAU_STA N(7,3) Value recorded following the installation of a replacement device
Data Types A (<number>) = alphanumerical, with a maximum of <number> of characters

N (number1, number2) = numerical, with <number1> places before the decimal
comma and <number2> places after the decimal comma
D = Date (format: dd.mm.yy)
M = Memo (maximum length dependent on the system used)
Information Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are compulsory fields and have to be com-
pleted. Other fields can remain empty, but must not be removed.
Example of an
AHW file
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Structure of a Plant File
Description A plant file (plt) is a structured text file used in QVEDIS systems to store meter
information.
The file starts with section marker [PLANT]. However, further sections are
permitted and may contain additional parameters. Each data record contains
six columns. The (¶; ASCII = 13+10 decimal) line break marker is used to
separate data records. The first data record is the header data record contain-
ing the names of the columns. Within data records, data fields (columns) are
separated by tabulators (→; ASCII = 9 decimal).
Field Description
No. Field Name Data Type Meaning
1 Number unsigned integer Consecutive number

4 Byte (int32)
2 Manufacturer unsigned integer Manufacturer ID
2 Byte (int16)
3 Device ID BCD number Identification number
8 digits
4 Fabrication no. BCD number Fabrication number
8 digits
5 Version char/byte Device or software version
1 Byte
6 Medium char/byte Type / medium of meter
1 Byte
Additional Informa- The header may optionally be used in English or German. The readout soft-
tion ware accepts either version.
Several identical entries within a plant file are permissible and result in the
same device being recorded in the readout file with multiple entries if this de-
vice was received multiple times.
Plant File Example [PLANT] ¶

Number→ Manufacturer → Device ID → Fabrication no. → Version → Medium¶
1 → LSE → 00000001 → 00000001 → 51 → 8¶
2 → LSE → 00000002 → 00000002 → 51 → 8¶
3 → LSE → 00000003 → 00000003 → 51 → 8¶
4 → LSE → 00000004 → 00000004 → 51 → 8¶
5 → LSE → 00000005 → 00000005 → 51 → 8¶
6 → LSE → 00000006 → 00000006 → 51 → 8¶
7 → LSE → 00000007 → 00000007 → 51 → 8¶
8 → LSE → 00000008 → 00000008 → 51 → 8¶
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Description of the REP Format
File Structure The REP file (rep) is a text file (ASCII), whose structure was designed for OZW
M-bus radio readout centers.
As a standard procedure, umlauts and special characters are coded in the
Windows character set (“ANSI”). Individual values are separated by tabulators
(¶; ASCII = 13+10 decimal).
The columns of data records are either identified by OZW format codes or by
uncoded text.
Field Description
Table Heading Presentation Format
Uncoded English Text OZW Format
Part 1 File File Name_YYYY_MM_DD hh_mm_ssZ.REP

(default file, year, month, day, space,
hours, minutes, seconds, zone)
Device ID KKundeNr301 Maximum: 8-digit number

Fabrication ID KFabNr354 Maximum: 8-digit number
Data Relating to the Mobile Data Logger
Version, revision, with numbers not exceeding

SW Version KSWInd352
two digits each
Date ZDat305 DD.MM.YY
Day of Week ZWt306 1...7 (Monday ... Sunday)
Time ZUhr306 hh.mm.ss
Operat. hours CBS304 hours - maximum: 6-digit number
Error Code SFehler350 2-digit number
Error date ZDatEvent DD.MM.YY
Error time ZUhrEvent hh.mm.ss (with ss=00)
Count of Dev. CFunkDev347 Maximum: 3-digit number
Type Type Type of device (e.g., WTZ.MB)
Part 2 Nr. Zaehler Maximum: 3-digit number
Count SFunkDev 2-digit number (1 … 12)
NW-Node ZDatR233 DD.MM.YY
Readout Date ZUhrR234 hh.mm.ss (with ss=00)
Readout Time KKundeNr101 Maximum: 8-digit number
Data Relating to Meters
Device ID KCoCode282 Maximum: 5-digit number

Manufacture KSWIndZ252 Maximum: 3-digit number
SW Version SFehler250 Maximum: 2-digit number
Error Code ZDatEvent DD.MM.YY
Error date ZUhrEvent hh.mm.ss (with ss=00)
Error Time CVxKVal102 Maximum: 8-digit number
Current Value CVxKDim Places behind decimal point and symbol, if applicable
Unit of Value CVolKVal103 Maximum: 8-digit number
Curr. Volume CVolKDim Places behind decimal point and symbol, if applicable
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Table Heading Presentation Format
Uncoded English Text OZW Format
Unit of Vol. KMed187 1-digit number

Medium CVxSt1Val107 Maximum: 8-digit number
Set Day Val. CVxSt1Dim Places behind decimal point and symbol, if applicable
Unit of Set Day Val. ZDatStL110 DD.MM.YY
Set Day ZDatSta1 DD.MM.YY
Statistic Date CVxStat1Val121 Maximum: 8-digit number
Stat. Value1 CVxStat2Val122 Maximum: 8-digit number
Stat. Value12 CVxStat13Val Maximum: 8-digit number
Stat. Value18 CVxStatDim Places behind decimal point and symbol, if applicable
Unit of Stat. CVxTar1Val193 Maximum: 8-digit number
Curr.Value of Tariff1 CVxTar1Dim193 Places behind decimal point and symbol, if applicable
Unit of Tariff1 CVxTar1StLVal195 Maximum: 8-digit number
Set Day Val. of Tariff1 CVxTar1StLDim195 Places behind decimal point and symbol, if applicable
Special value xxx Value invalid (value not generated)

markers --- Value invalid (function inactive)
~~~ Value invalid (value not received from removed device)
### Value does not exist
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Example of an REP file with header in uncoded text
Example of an REP file with header in OZW format
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Keyword Index
A I
ACT46.PC ..................................... 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17 Installation ............................................... 11, 15, 21, 23
Activation of the Radio Transmitte ............................ 15 Installation telegrams ................................................ 21
AMR .............................................................. 11, 12, 21 Intended Use............................................................... 6
B Interruption of the Bluetooth connection ................... 17
Batteries ...................................................................... 7 IrDA ............................................................... 11, 12, 15
battery power............................................................. 13 L
Billing system ............................................................ 10 LED ......................................................... 13, 16, 17, 21
Billing System............................................................ 10
M
Bluetooth ..................................................... 5, 9, 13, 17 Meter data ..................................................... 14, 17, 22
Building data........................................................ 14, 15 Meters ........... 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21
C Mobile data logger .............. 8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18
CEWT........................................................................ 10
P
Change of Batteries..................................................... 7 Parameterization ..................................... 10, 12, 15, 20
Connection........................................................... 13, 16 Planning of a Q walk-by system................................ 15
Consumption data ........................................... 5, 12, 13 Plant file .................................................................... 21
Customization of transmission management ............ 20 Portable computer..................................... 9, 13, 17, 21
D R
Data........................................................... 9, 10, 12, 17 Radio adapter ........................................................... 12
Data acquisition system .................................. 9, 10, 13 Readout .......... 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 23
Data export into a billing system ............................... 10 Readout days ................................................ 10, 11, 12
Data formats........................................................ 17, 22 Readout Order .................................................... 16, 17
AHW ................................................................ 16, 22 Readout orders with Building Information ............. 16
PLT .................................................................. 16, 21 Readout orders with Device Information ............... 16
Days with no transmissions.................................. 10, 20 Readout orders without Default File ...................... 16
Default list.................................................................. 17 Readout type............................................................. 10
Device settings for Q walk-by system ................. 11, 12 Recording of a Default File ....................................... 21
Documentation .......................................................... 21
S
E Safety comments ........................................................ 7
Environmental Compatibility........................................ 7 Battery Safety .......................................................... 7
Export ............................................................ 10, 14, 17 Electrostatic Sensitive Devices ............................... 7
G Product Safety......................................................... 7
Generation of a plant file ........................................... 21 Saving of data ........................................................... 10
H Scope of delivery .................................................. 8, 14
Handling of Batteries ................................................... 7 Starting the Readout System
Heat Cost Allocators............................................ 11, 18 Standard Use ........................................................ 16
Heater specific data................................................... 11 Starting the Readout System .................................... 16
How to Read out a Q walk-by System....................... 16 First Use ................................................................ 16
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Summer time............................................................. 10 Transmission management .................9, 10, 15, 16, 20
System Functions ....................................................... 9 Transmission window ..............................10, 11, 12, 20
T V
Target versus actual comparison.............................. 16 Verification readout....................................................15
Telegrams ............................... 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 20
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This manual contains only general descriptions and/or general performance characteristics, which, in a given case, may not always apply
in the manner presented or may change as products evolve. Desired performance characteristics will only be binding if they are ex-
pressly agreed under a relevant contract.
© 2010 QUNDIS GmbH

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Overview of Q walk-by Documents ................................................................................18

Keyword Index ................................................................................................................. 28

www.qundis.com Q walk-by-System DST1-QWBY-GB0

Note This symbols draws attention to special comments.

In order to describe operations involving the keyboard, <Ctrl + S> is used in

Explanation of terms Portable computer

4.2 Assemblies Containing Electrostatic Sensitive Devices

4.4 Comments on Battery Safety

WTZ.WBSET-10/PC - Netbook with German operating system

WTZ.WBSET-2/PC - Netbook with German operating system

5.1 Optional Accessories

WTZ.AL - 12-volt / 110-volt to 230-volt battery charger, complete with 4 recharge-

Meters Data Acquisiton Data Transfer Billing

Transmission of Meter Readings

Export of Data into a Billing System

6.2 Consumption Meters

Type Summary WHE465 - compact single-sensor device

Type Summary WFZ166.DM for meters produced by DELTAMESS DWWF GmbH

Manufacturer Water meter series Typ

Mobile Data Logger (WTZ.MB)

Construction The mobile data logger consists of the following assemblies:

7.2 Parameterization of Meters

7.3 Installation of Meters

Readout Orders with Building Information

Readout Orders with Device Information

Readout Orders without Default File

8.2 Starting the Readout System

Note Any interruption of the Bluetooth connection is signaled by a rapid flashing of

Our recommenda- - Readout in the stairwell

8.4 Saving of Data

Device Type (ASN) Documents

Q walk-by Systems System DST1-QWBY-GB0

Heat Cost Allocators WHE465 DST1-QCAL-GBW WHE46

Water Meter Slip-on Modules WFZ166.DM DST1-QMOD-GB0 WFZ16

Mobile Data Logger WTZ.MB DST1-QTOL-GB0 WTZMB

1 LED behaviour Explanation

ExplanationSwitch off: Device is switched off

Device is ready for operation

Device is not ready for operation

Operating voltage has fallen to less than 4.5 V

Device is not ready for operation

Device is not ready for operation

alternating Device is not working properly.

LED off red / blue LED pulse flashing slowly

red / blue LED on red / blue LED pulse flashing quickly

Days, on which telegrams are transmitted, are highlighted in gray.

Schema of an AHW File

Data Types A (<number>) = alphanumerical, with a maximum of <number> of characters

1 Number unsigned integer Consecutive number

Plant File Example [PLANT] ¶

Part 1 File File Name_YYYY_MM_DD hh_mm_ssZ.REP

Device ID KKundeNr301 Maximum: 8-digit number

Version, revision, with numbers not exceeding

Device ID KCoCode282 Maximum: 5-digit number

Unit of Vol. KMed187 1-digit number

Special value xxx Value invalid (value not generated)

Example of an REP file with header in OZW format

B Interruption of the Bluetooth connection ................... 17

Batteries ...................................................................... 7 IrDA ............................................................... 11, 12, 15

H Scope of delivery .................................................. 8, 14

Handling of Batteries ................................................... 7 Starting the Readout System

Heat Cost Allocators............................................ 11, 18 Standard Use ........................................................ 16