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Solution> EverBlu Board integrated in Heat MeterEverBlu BoardThe plug-in board for mounting in Itron heatmeters, cooling meters and static watermeters.In heat & cooling applications, the EverBluboard transmits not only the energy andvolume consumption information but alsonetwork parameters (flow-rate, instantaneouspower, temperature difference, inlettemperature, outlet temperature).This board is easily plugged in the meter,requiring no wiring or wall mounting. It isusually shipped from the factory alreadymounted and configured, but can also bequickly retrofitted to meters installed in thefield without breaking any metrological seals.EverBlu PulseThe universal MIU for connecting any meterequipped with a pulse output to the EverBluwireless fixed network.This MIU is easily wired to the meter pulseoutput, with a special signal for cable-cutdetection. During installation, the EverBlu Pulseis configured to match the initial meter indexand its pulse value.Water Gas Heat / Cooling Electricity> EverBlu PulseRadio Frequency Features EverBlu Cyble EverBlu Board EverBlu PulseFrequency433 MHzMaximum power10mWMeter connection Cyble technology Plug-in Wire connectionBack-up memory 2 days of data 2 days of data 2 days of dataBattery typical lifetime * 10-years 10-years or using the meter 10-yearspower supplyCase protection Outdoor NA Outdoorsubmersible (IP68)submersible (IP68)Operating temperature range -10°C / +55°C** -10°C / +55°C** -10°C / +55°C**Accidental temperature range -20 °C / +70°C -20 °C / +70°C -20 °C / +70°C* under normal applications within specified operating temperature range** - Operation : +5°C to +35°C - Storage : +5°C to +35°C- Min operational temperature : -10°C (< 15 days / year) - Transport : Min –20°C (< 24 hours continuous)- Max operational temperature : +55°C (< 15 days / year) Max +70°C (< 24 hours continuous)

EverBlu collectorsEverBlu Collectors are dual-band radio routersused to collect meter reads from the EverBluMIUs installed at the end points of the network.Each collector automatically receives, once aday, data from a group of EverBlu MIUs usingLow-Power radio frequency. To guaranteedata collection, the EverBlu Collector initiatesa bi-directional data communication with anyEverBlu MIU that fails its daily transmissionattempts.Meter data are stored in the EverBlu Collector,then transmitted once a day to the EverBluAccess Point using High-Power radiofrequency.If the EverBlu Collector is not in the directrange of the EverBlu Access point, it can useany other EverBlu Collector as a relay. Using upto five Collectors in series makes it possible toread meters installed in tough locations suchas cellars, pits or for rural environment.> EverBlu CollectorCommunication with EverBlu MIUs frequency 433 MHzmaximum power10mWCommunication with EverBlu Access Point frequency band 868 MHzor other EverBlu Collectors maximum power 200mWDirect link capacityup to 50 EverBlu MIUsRelay modemaximum 5 Collectors in seriesBack-up memory10 days of dataBattery typical lifetime * 10-years *Case protectionIndoor / outdoor IP65Operating temperature range **-20°C to +55°CAccidental temperature range-20°C to +70°C* under normal applications within specified operating temperature range** - Operation : -10°C to +40°C - Storage : -10°C to +50°C- Min operational temperature : -20°C (< 15 days / year) - Transport : Min –20°C (< 24 hours continuous)- Max operational temperature : +55°C (< 15 days / year) Max +70°C (< 24 hours continuous)maximum 5in seriesmaximum 50 MIUs per collector

Solution> EverBlu Access PointEverBlu Access PointEverBlu Access Point is installed in the centrallocation of each district and is the core of thewireless mesh network.The EverBlu Access Point daily collects meterdata from all the EverBlu Collectors of itsnetwork. Data are then stored over a one yearperiod and uploaded to the back-office serverusing GPRS communication at pre-set times(typically on a daily basis).EverBlu Access Point regularly monitors theReceived Signal Strength Indicators betweenall EverBlu collectors. Thus giving it the uniqueability to automatically re-define the best radiocommunication paths to always receive meterreads.To benefit from the latest developments of theAccess Point firmware, over-the-air upgrade ismanaged directly from the back-office serverusing the GPRS connection.Communication with EverBlu Collectors frequency 868 MHzmaximum power200mWCommunication with back-office FTP serverGPRS 900/1800/1900 MHzCollection capacity255 EverBlu Collectors1200 EverBlu MIUsBack-up memory365 days of dataPower supplyMain power - 110/240 Vac - 50/60 HzCase protectionIndoor IP54Operating temperature range-20°C to +50°CStorage temperature range-20°C to +65°CFTP serverThe FTP server gathers data from all the EverBlu Access Points and makes it available through anEthernet connection for use by multiple operators using EverBlu software.There is virtually no limit to the number of EverBlu Access Points that can be part of EverBlunetwork allowing unlimited scalability of the system.maximum 1200 MIUs per Access PointHard drive capacitydepends on the number of metering points and storageperiod (example : 100 MB for 20,000 meters and 1 yearstorage)

EverBlu SoftwareEverBlu software is the main element thatpilots the EverBlu data collection system fromthe utility side.1/ Wireless mesh network managerEverBlu software allows easy configurationand maintenance of the fixed networkinfrastructure.The meter list and the network infrastructureis automatically populated in EverBlu softwareusing a direct download from the EverBluAccess Points, hence avoiding a long softwareset-up process.Installation of new EverBlu MIU in the existingnetwork is very easy whenever necessary.Monitoring of the wireless mesh network ismade simple using EverBlu detailed statisticalanalysis of reading rate in calendar view. Fordetailed maintenance, operators can monitorReceived Signal Strengths Indicators for everynetwork nod.2/ Data collection and export managerDaily data are automatically downloaded fromthe FTP server for analysis by the operatorsor for exportation to the data center, billingsystem and knowledge applications.The EverBlu system runs fully unattendedthanks to the scheduler function that can beprogrammed to initiate daily meter reads fromthe FTP server and automatic exports to thebilling system.Alternatively, operators can launch on-requestreads directly from the EverBlu software andquickly obtain the actual meter values.In addition, EverBlu includes the latest versionof AnyQuest, powerful route managementsoftware for mobile meter reading application.EverBlu allows, with a single tool, managementof data collected through fixed network andmobile systems.3/ Data visualizationUsing EverBlu software, operators can getgraphical analysis of the meter data. For eachmeter, the consumption curve is available withzooming, printing and export functions. The fulllog of consumption alarms (backflow, leakage,etc…) is displayed with clear icons.Meter reads are easily filtered and exportedusing various export formats. Standard formatis XML, but other ones (CSV, TXT, etc…) caneasily be plugged-in to tailor the interface withany system.> Data collection and export manager> Data visualizationDatabase management SQL Server 2005 **(automatic installation included with EverBlu Software)Minimum computer requirements 800MHz Pentium* type processorRAM 512 MBHard drive 1GBDisplay 1024*768Operating system Windows ** XP SP2, Vista, 2003 Server, 2008 serverInternet connectionPSTN external line + modem (optional)> Wireless mesh network manager* Pentium is a trademark of Intel** Windows and SQL Server 2005 are trademarks of Microsoft

Support servicesItron supports its clients throughout their project management process, bringing extensivetechnical, industrial and product experience for end-to-end solutions from Metering points toKnowledge applications.Committed to its customers, Itron has developed a worldwide network of regional customerservice teams. Whatever the region, the time zone and the language, Itron can provide a globalservice offer from technical feasibility to deployment and maintenance to make the operations ofwireless fixed network a success.Preliminary services:• Help the utility design the optimum wirelessnetwork architecture based on actual fieldconditions using EverBlu site survey tools.• Benefiting from Itron long experience infixed network projects, provide guidance tothe utility in building a global business planbased on a real financial and operationalenvironment.Deployment services• Help the utility roll-out the solution frompilot to large-scale deployments followingstructured methodology.• Interface the EverBlu software with existingdata centers and expert systems (CIS/CRM,GIS, etc…).After sales services• Train operation teams on configuration toolsand EverBlu software• Accompany the utilities through the rampupphase until reaching the expected readingrate levels• Run the EverBlu system for the utility andtransfer meter data regularly.• Support system efficiency through time withspecific maintenance contracts and hot-lineservicesFor more details on Itron service offer, pleasecontact your regional representative.> EverBlu Site survey toolsEverBlu Site survey toolsBecause evaluating a site without knowing the actual radio field conditions is impossible, Itronoffers user-friendly tools to help the installation team define the optimum location of eachcomponent (EverBlu Access Point and EverBlu collectors) and anticipate the overall network costs.About Itron Inc.Itron Inc. is a leading technology provider to the global energy and water industries. Our company is the world’s leading provider of metering, data collection and utility software solutions,with nearly 8,000 utilities worldwide relying on our technology to optimize the delivery and use of energy and water. Our products include electricity, gas and water meters, data collectionand communication systems, including automated meter reading (AMR) and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI); meter data management and related software applications; as wellas project management, installation, and consulting services. To know more, start here: www.itron.comFor more information, contact your local sales representative or agency.9, rue Ampère71031 Mâcon cedexFrancePhone: +33 3 85 29 39 00Fax: +33 3 85 29 38 58www.itron.com© Copyright 2010, Itron. All Rights Reserved. - Itron reserves the right to change these specifications without prior notice.SYS-0012.1-EN-05.10