Badger Meter ReadCenter - Manual (Page 11)

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READCENTER
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Installation and Operation Manual
Badger Meter, Inc. — CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY — 11
Read Input File
Concept: This function reads account information into
Badger READCENTER from an
outside source, typically the billing system. The information may include new accounts or
changes to existing accounts. It may also include the previous meter reading and/or high and
low limit ranges.
Select Read Input File listed on the main menu under Meter Reading Cycle.
 Step 1. Specify the Input File Name and Location that holds your account information.
You may also click Browse to select it. Click View File to verify this is the file of
accounts you want and all the data included is visible and in straight columns.
 Step 2. Choose an Interface Format.
 Step 3. Select options that apply to what you want to do. These options should be
discussed and set up during initial training. For more information, see page 43.
 Step 4. Click Read File to process the Input File and update READCENTER. A
message will display asking you to confirm your selections. When the process
completes, another message will display with the results.