HR | E LCD Encoder
DESCRIPTION
Applications: The High Resolution Encoder (HR-E LCD) is a fully
electronic, solid-state encoder with no moving parts. It is designed
for use with all current Badger Meter Recordall® Disc, Turbo Series,
Compound Series, Combo Series and Fire Service meters and
assemblies. The HR-E LCD provides connectivity with Badger Meter
ORION® and GALAXY® AMR/AMI endpoints and other AMR/AMI
technology solutions approved by Badger Meter.
Note: For more detailed information, refer to the user manual.
Field Programmable: The HR-E LCD comes standard as
factory-programmed to customer specifications, with the option
for field-programming the unit of measure, meter type, meter
model, billing units, and rate-of-flow time and units. Programming
is performed through the IR port via a computer.
Electronic Resolution: Encoded output from the HR-E LCD
includes nine-digit resolution.
Status Indicators: Status indicators are sent as part of the encoder
extended message to AMR/AMI systems such as ORION ME and SE
endpoints that are capable of receiving an extended message. The
details can also be read through an IR interface.
Mounting: Icons on the HR-E LCD encoder face indicate encoder
status and alarm conditions. The fully potted encoder assembly
has a bayonet mount compatible with all Recordall Disc, Turbo
Series, Compound Series, Combo Series and Fire Series meters and
assemblies. The bayonet mount positions the encoder in any of
four orientations for visual reading convenience. The HR-E LCD can
be removed from the meter without disrupting water service.
Magnetic Drive Communication: The HR-E LCD detects
movement of the wet side meter magnet with magnetic sensors to
provide reliable and dependable encoded communication.
Tamper-resistant Features:
Unauthorized removal of the HR-E LCD is inhibited by a
tamper-resistant Torx seal screw. Torx seal screws are provided as
standard accessories. Optional proprietary tamper-proof screws
are also available.
Magnetic sensors detect and report an attempted encoder
removal. In addition, the HR-E LCD encoder is resistant to magnetic
tampering. The encoder detects an attempted tamper—as well as
encoder removal—and sends a tamper alarm in either situation.
Approved endpoints that are capable of receiving the alarms, such
as ORION ME and SE can then report the tamper condition to the
meter reading software.

SPECIFICATIONS
Encoder type Straight reading, permanently sealed, electronic
LCD absolute encoder with field-programmable
option
Encoder Status indicators, unit of measure, billing units,
display automatic toggle between 9-digit and 6-digit
consumption (segmented leak detector in this
mode), rate of flow, meter model
Unit of U.S. gallons, Imperial gallons, cubic feet, cubic
measure meters, and liters clearly identified on
register face
Flow rate Seconds, minutes, and hours
Numerals 7 mm (0.28") high
Weight 11 ounces
Humidity 0…100% condensing
Temperature Storage: – 40…60° C (– 40…140° F)
Max. ambient for 1 hr: 72° C (150° F)
Electronics & Display: –10…60° C (14…140° F)
Status Electronic and visual icons for:
indicators Meter functioning correctly, meter alarm
(indicates temperature limits exceeded,
magnetic tamper or encoder removal), reverse
flow, suspected leak, 30-day no usage, end of
battery life
Signal output Industry standard ASCII format
Signal type Three-wire synchronous
Battery Lithium thionyl chloride AA cell, fully
encapsulated within encoder housing
Battery Life 20 years (calculated)

ENC-DS-01763-EN-02 (August 2015)

Product Data Sheet