Badger Meter ORION AMR/AMI Hardware Solutions for Gas Utilities - Manual (Page 46)

IR PROGRAMMING BRACKET
An optional IR Programming Bracket (PN: 65917-001) can be used to assist in reading ORION endpoints The bracket facilitates
correct alignment between the IR optical read head of the programming cable and the IR port on the endpoint, ensuring a
steady read position while leaving your hands free
IR Programming Bracket for ORION endpoint
Using the Bracket
The larger end of the bracket fits the bottom of the endpoint The endpoint cable fits through one of the open sides No tools
are required
1 Attach the larger end of the bracket to the bottom of the endpoint and turn it slightly until it catches on the endpoint
tabs When attached correctly, you can see the endpoint IR LED port through the opening in the bracket as shown
You may need to reposition the bracket to make sure the IR LED port is visible
2 Insert the optical head of the IR programming cable into the opening at the smaller end of the bracket The optical
head fits snugly Make sure it is placed straight up in the bracket
Once the optical head is securely placed in the bracket and aligned with the endpoint IR LED port, the IR read can
be captured
Bracket attached
Top view with LED port visible
IR head inserted correctly into bracket
3 When finished using the bracket, remove the IR head Then turn the bracket counterclockwise to loosen it and
remove it from the endpoint
Endpoint tab
Endpoint IR
LED port
IR PROGRAMMING BRACKET
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