FOCUS+ GSM/GPRS Smart Modems

Designed for a rapidly changing gas industry, the Focus+ is a key product of AMR solutions for Itron commercial and industrial (C&I) gas electronic devices. This smart modem provides transparent communication between data collection software tools and devices in the field, using either GSM or GPRS communication networks. Thanks to an intuitive, user-friendly interface, the Focus+ is both easy to install and easy to operate. Focus+ offers gas network monitoring capabilities with up to four digital inputs that can be used for alarm retransmission by SMS. The Focus+ platform is available in two variants: Focus+ and Focus+ ATEX; Focus+ ATEX can be installed directly in hazardous zone 1 areas.

APPLICATIONS

C&I gas applications

FEATURES

» User-friendly interface for simplified commissioning and handling

» Can be installed in hazardous areas (Focus+ ATEX only))

» Ultimate communications flexibility from quad-band GSM and GPRS technologies (for both dynamic and fixed IP addresses)

» Five year battery life with daily communication (via GPRS)

» External power supply input (Focus+ only)

» Alarm notifications delivered by SMS

» Compatible with Itron C&I electronic gas devices including Corus, Dattus and Angus

DESCRIPTION

Focus+ family of modems includes Focus+ and Focus+ ATEX that can be used with smart C&I meters (Dattus), volume converter (Corus) or SCV measurer (ANGus).

Both are GSM/GPRS modem, share a common architecture, common human/machine interface and most operational features.

The main difference between the two models is the installation area.

Focus+ is approved as associated device, thus it must be installed in safe area.

Focus+ ATEX is approved for installation in hazardous area (zone 1), ideal for reducing installation costs and risks of vandalism.

Focus+ ATEX is only battery powered, thus the GSM modem must be activated for a limited period of the day to transmit data and achieve maximal energy efficiency.

Focus+ can be main or solar powered, which means that the modem can be active permanently.

Both Focus+ and Focus+ ATEX are able to use Inbound connection in GPRS modem to predifined IP address in order to overcome private and dynamic IP addresses provided to modem from usual GSM/GPRS Data subcriptions.

Focus+ family is able to provide gas network monitoring with their digital inputs and cantransmit their alarms, but also those from Corus volume converter, through SMS to a central system or field technicians cellular phone.

KEY BENEFITS

» Greater operational efficiency with remote data collection

» Reduced truck rolls , associated costs and CO2 emissions

» Manage usage and resources with accurate, timely data

» Flexible operation with battery, mains or solar powered

» Proactive operations with meter alarms

» Simplified installation through large GSM/GPRS network coverage

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TECHNICAL FEATURES

Approvals

» EX-approved, associated device for connection to material used in hazardous areas, or as category 1 device (Focus+ ATEX only) suitable to be used in zone 1 hazardous areas

» CE marking: compliant with 89/336/EC (EMC), 94/9/EC (ATEX) & (RTTE)

Communication

» Quad-band, battery powered GSM/GPRS modem

» Outbound GPRS connection (mode A)

» Inbound GPRS connection (mode B)

» Incoming GSM circuit-switched data (CSD) calls

» Remote alarm transmission by SMS

» Automatic bound-in transparent mode to the metering device, connected via an RS232 or RS485 link (RS232 only for Focus+ ATEX)

» Management of dynamic and private IP addresses (GPRS)

Display and Keyboard

» Graphic display

» All data useful for commissioning, monitoring of communications status and for alarm/events check

» Five button keyboard

» Messages on LCD can be translated to any language

Digital Inputs

» Four digital inputs (Two for Focus+ ATEX)

» Normally-open or normally-closed programmable status

» Can be connected to any On/Off signal type (station door contact, safety valve position, pressure switch and so on) in hazardous areas.

Digital Outputs

» Two digital outputs programmable either normally open or closed. Status can be modified remotely. (Focus+ only)

Power Supply

» Battery operated or mains or solar

» Five year average battery life expectancy in GPRS mode for daily communication (three years in GSM mode)

» End of battery life detection and notification

» External supply input for mains or solar powering with ALIS 200 external power supply module (Focus+ only)

Up to 4 Corus can be connected to a single Focus+ with RS485 bus and a maximal distance of 200m between each Corus and Focus+. This solution can be used only if communication protocol supports device addresses (example Modbus RTU)

SYSTEM OVERVIEW - FOCUS+

Communication with Focus+ standard installed in safe area

AMR Software with MODBUS protocol

Meter Data Collection Software

GSM or GPRSnetwork

Solar panelor

Mains

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RS-485

RS-485

RS-485

RS-485

SAFE AREAHAZARDOUS AREA

CORUS

ALIS 200

FOCUS+

(Option)

FOCUS+

ALIS 200

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CORUS

CORUS

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CORUS

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW - FOCUS+ ATEX

Communication with Focus+ ATEX installed in hazardous area

SATURNE or SUPERVISOR+Meter Data Collection Software

GSM or GPRSnetwork

SATURNE or SUPERVISOR+M D C ll i S f

RS-232

RS-232

RS-232

SAFE AREAHAZARDOUS AREA

CORUS FOCUS+ ATEX

DATTUS

RS-23

DATTUSR

RS-OR

SATURNE or SUPERVISOR+Meter Data Collection Software

GSM or GPRSnetwork

Solar panelor

Mains

SATURNE or SUPERVISOR+M D C ll i S f

RS-232

RS-232

or RS-485

RS-485

SAFE AREAHAZARDOUS AREA

CORUS

ALIS 200

ANGUS

RRS-48

ANGUS

FOCUS+

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Technical Specifications Focus+Device Type Quad-band, battery powered GSM/GPRS modem

Approvals and Certifications

EX-approved device for use in hazardous areas 00081 II (1)G [Ex ia] IIA/IIB/IIC LCIE 08 ATEX 6058 X

Compliant with 89/336/EC (EMC), 94/9/EC (ATEX) & (RTTE) IP 65-rated enclosure

Operating Temperature -20°C to +55°C

Power Supply Internal lithium ion (Li-ion) batteryFive year battery life expectancy (GPRS)Three year battery life expectancy (GSM)

Keyboard and Display Keyboard with five keysGraphic display

Inputs and Outputs RS-232 serial portFour digital inputs (for SMS alarm transmission)Two digital outputs (status can be modified remotely) Optical port for local advanced configurationInternal or external antenna

Dimensions 222 x 145 x 86 mm

Weight 0.93k (without packaging)

Additional Features Input for external power supply through ALIS200, intrinsically safe supply moduleSerial RS485 port selectable instead of RS232

Technical Specifications Focus+ ATEXDevice Type Quad-band, battery powered GSM/GPRS modem

Approvals and Certifications

EX-approved for zone 1 hazardous areas 0123 II 2(1) G Ex ia IIA T3 ZELM 10 ATEX 0450 X

Compliant with 89/336/EC (EMC), 94/9/EC (ATEX) & (RTTE) IP 65-rated enclosure

Operating Temperature -20°C to +55°C

Power Supply Internal lithium ion (Li-ion) batteryFive year battery life expectancy (GPRS)Three year battery life expectancy (GSM)

Keyboard and Display Keyboard with five keysGraphic display

Inputs and Outputs RS-232 serial portTwo digital inputs (for SMS alarm transmission)Optical port for local advanced configurationInternal or external antenna

Dimensions 222 x 145 x 86 mm

Weight 0.93k (without packaging)

Alarms

Focus+ or Focus+ ATEX manage several unique alarm types, which can be transmitted by SMS to designated cellular phone numbers. Alarm start and end states create a new entry in the events logs. Alarm types include:

» Low battery

» External power supply error

» Change of digital input status (1 to 2 or 4)

» Modem error

» SIM card error

» GSM/GPRS network error

Focus+ and Focus+ ATEX are also able to transmit via SMS or inbound calls the alarms of Corus to cellular phone (SMS) or central supervision system (Supervisor+).

Diagnostic Indicators

The Focus+ or Focus+ ATEX provide several counters in order to ease diagnostic among which:

» Provider with best signal in the area

» Modem power duration

» GSM communication duration

» Total amount of data traffic (both received and transmitted)

Logs

The Focus+ or Focus+ ATEX provide two logs that are used to trace events or information during the product lifetime:

» Events log containing all major events occurring during the product lifetime are recorded. This log is circular and can handle up to 200 records.

» Parameters log containing all critical parameters modifications are traced.

WinLog GPRS Software

Used for local communications through the Focus+ optical port or a TCP/IP connection, WinLog GPRS:

» Displays real-time (or ”live”) data

» Configures general settings for Focus+ systems

» Identifies communication flows (data-scope mode)

» Displays events and parameter logs

GRAPHIC DISPLAY

Possiblity to translate messages

DIMENSIONS

(For Focus+ and Focus+ ATEX)

CONFIGURATION WITH PULSE OUTPUTS

(Focus+ only)

HAZARDOUS AREA SAFE AREA

220 V ACor 24 V DC

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Volume pulseor alarmEx isolator

220 V ACor 24 V DC

L 20 m

Volume pulseor alarmEx isolator

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ACCESSORIES

» WinLog configuration software

» Optical head

» External antenna kit

» Battery pack

» External power supply (ALIS 200)

» Cable Focus+/Corus (1,5,10,20m)

STATUS

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GPRS SERIAL

MODEM ALARM DATA CONFIG

Rx TxTx Rx

STATUS

GSM statusGSM regSIM cardSignalLocal IPSession RxSession Tx

: Ready: Registered: PIN OK: Good: 192.168.0.1: 25 Bytes: 1025 Bytes

MODEM ALARM DATA CONFIG

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