Field Collection System Solution Overview. Presented by: Rich Layton Product Manager Liberty Lake, Washington

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1 Field Collection System Solution Overview Presented by: Rich Layton Product Manager Liberty Lake, Washington

2 Field Collection System Overview Field Collection System is Itron s next generation meter data collection system. Provides route, assignment and data management for handheld and mobile meter data collection. May serve as an upgrade from Integrator, Premierplus4, MV-RS and any other meter data collection system. Designed to reduce costs by being: Flexible, Backwards Compatible, Easy to Train and Easy to Use.

3 Field Collection System Environment Software Industry Migration from the mainframe to server based software platforms Adoption of open architecture and XML standards Increased adoption and evolution of handheld computing Utility Industry Requirements for more meter data Increased adoption and evolution of mobile AMR Operate more efficiently while reducing costs

4 Field Collection System Advantages The most knowledge in a collection system: Decades of engineering experience Multiple generations of meter data collection systems Influence from thousands of utility customers The most flexible system on the market: Over 200 parameters Tailor the product to your business processes Avoid the costs of custom software Benefit from faster development cycles

5 Field Collection System Architecture FCS Server Group: One or more servers hosting data processing, handheld communication and optionally the database. Desktop PC: Running FCS Client application for system operations. Mobile Collection: Itron drive-by AMR devices. Handheld Collection: FC200 running FCS handheld application. CIS and Billing Related Applications FCS Server Group Application / Communication / Database Handheld Collection Related Applications: Such as RouteSmart, MV-90 xi and other utility applications. Mobile Collection Desktop PC

6 Field Collection System Technology Client / Server Architecture Microsoft Windows 2003 Server Microsoft Windows XP and Vista Microsoft.NET Framework Web Services using XML Interfaces Database and Report Engines Microsoft SQL Server 2000 and 2005 Oracle 10g Crystal Reports XI

7 Field Collection System User Interface Flexible and User Friendly! Centrally stored preferences for each user Users select columns to display and default sort criteria Status Indicators of Text or Colorful/Meaningful Icons Quick access to functions via right click menus Easy to use data filters User specific rights and data access On-screen tips and screen sensitive help

8 Field Collection System User Interface

9 Field Collection System Security FCS Client Application Security Ability to control rights by employee via any number of roles SOX compliant password requirements SOX compliant security logs FCS Handheld Application Security Can be set to validate username and password, username only or allow any username Usernames and passwords are maintained by the system administrator

10 Field Collection System Organizations Up to ten levels of nested organizations Each user, device and route is assigned an organization Used to quickly filter data by selecting child or parent organizations Update views faster Run reports easier Administrators can distribute handheld software by organization or handheld ID

11 Field Collection System Software Control Allows centralized IT control of handheld software distribution Install multiple software versions and choose which software to activate Activate software on selected handhelds or selected organizations Handhelds are updated automatically during communications

12 Field Collection System Assignments Daily Assignments Master Assignments make creation easy and even automated Many options available to filter assignment view Drag and Drop employees onto assignments Monitor employee status with graphical indicators Routes View Assignment Status Indicator column Avoid hanging assignments with the show associated assignments function Simply double click any route to get a quick list of all assignments for that route

13 Field Collection System File Interfaces Flexible - Choose your file interface: Standard FCS XML import and export files Backwards compatibility with P4 MRI and MRE files (Optical support coming soon) Backwards compatibility with MV- RS HDL and HUL files Reduce costs: Import and Export route data using the same file formats used today Import code tables from MRI or HDL files Reduces training time Eliminates costly programming projects Not file converters. Built into FCS by Itron to insure compatibility

14 Field Collection System Unattended FCS Scheduler can automate all daily tasks Job based, not list based, adding more flexibility and ease of use Calendar can automatically fill in work days, load groups and cycle schedule Intelligent pre-conditions insure desired execution Advanced post-conditions allow for error recovery and notification via Job processing will start automatically if rebooted Supports drive-by file creation and posting

15 Field Collection System Reports Crystal Reports XI Industry leader in business intelligence Integrated into the FCS Server and Client Applications Run on request or schedule Over 30 standard reports Use reports as templates to create your own integrated, custom reports. Multiple Output Options Send to File, Screen or Printer using standard Windows printing Output File Types: Word.DOC, Excel.XLS, Crystal.RPT, Adobe.PDF or Rich Text Format.RTF

16 Field Collection System Dashboard Provides managers realtime meter data collection status across the enterprise Dashboard can be filtered by any organization from company down to any one office Displays Key Performance Indicators Route Status by Scheduled Read Date Route Status by Critical Read Date Read Percentage by Cycle

17 FC200SR Handheld Computer Itron s newest handheld solution provides a complete portable office for utility field employees. Microsoft Windows CE platform Store more data with 512 MB flash memory Comfortable ergonomic design Supports probes for water, gas and electric meters, Hirose cabled and Bluetooth options available Supports ERT programming, field service and meter reading all on one device Itron SRead Technology for superior ERT processing Extremely Rugged Meets all criteria customary in Itron handhelds including MIL STD 810F for vibration and drops Exceeds previous handhelds for dust and water resistance with IP67 rating

18 FCS Handheld Software Enjoy all the advantages of a Windows computer in the field Touch Screen and keyboard navigation Color icons communicate more information in less space Leverages Bluetooth technology for probing and GPS Capture feature Advanced survey capabilities with up to six surveys per meter Automatically backs up routes before deleting Supports all Itron ERTs Full application online help system

19 FCS Solid State Meter Support Optical interrogation and demand reset support for most popular electric meters and data recorders including: Itron (Schlumberger), Landis & Gyr, Elster (ABB), General Electric and more Hirose port supporting udata Net optical probe Flexible Interval Data Export using MV-90 HHF or Loadstar format Save valuable time using partial IDR reads Maximize meter reading resources using meter reconfiguration features: Time synchronization on all meter types Reconfigure Itron Meters via FCS-PC Pro+ integration. Update TOU Schedules including; Rate Switch Points, DST events, Seasons and Holidays.

20 FC200 Communications and Docks IP Communications Uses existing computer network for direct data transfer between the FCS Comm Server and handhelds Eliminates need for intermediate PCs Four times faster than serial comm Wired or wireless abilities Six Port Multi-drop Dock Desk Dock Built in power and communications for up to six handhelds Daisy-chain up to five units on a single network jack Built in power and communications for one handheld and optional spare battery Supports modem communications Vehicle Dock Allows for safe storage and charging of the FC200 while in transit

21 FCS Drive-by Meter Data Collection Fully integrated mobile route processing and reporting Backwards Compatibility with DataPac and DCU (Data Command Unit) Advanced features with Mobile Collectors: Automated file creation and posting Device specific paths for file transfer New features with MC3: ERT mapping data embedded in route files Superior ERT reading ability with Itron SRead Technology Fully automate your routes by replacing handheld optical interrogation and demand reset with Eka modules ChoiceConnect AMR migration

22 FCS Advanced Drive-by AMR Available with MC3 using Eka expansion kit and Eka meter modules 2-way communication with meter Collects multiple register reads from each meter using TOU Read Item List Triggers a demand reset on the meter upon completion of the read process Allows remaining handheld TOU reads to be replaced with mobile reads to fully automate routes

23 Introducing Itron SRead Technology Itron continues innovation in reading technology with this latest ERT radio for use with any and all of the 55 million endpoints deployed Successor to industry leading Raptor Radio SRead formerly known as Super Raptor SRead Technology provides many benefits: Improves read performance of Itron ERTs Increases read range and reduces read times Eliminates or decreases need for special read modes Improved Meter Reader Experience Where is SRead Technology a Must Reading & Programming 100G Programming 60WP

24 How SRead Technology Works Each SRead radio contains 80 receiver channels SRead receivers continuously encompass entire ERT transmit bandwidth Process multiple ERT reads simultaneously, one ERT on each channel Noise from other transmissions has minimal impact (one channel) All other channels continue to read and process ERT messages Receive Range All ERT Packets Locked On

25 Field Collection System Value Summary Investment in industry standard technology Increase meter reading efficiency with best of breed solution Improve performance while lowering total cost of ownership

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