Remote Reading

Water Meter Systems

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Electronic Water Meters Technologies
 Baylan are developing those projects

 IOT (Internet of Things) compliant metering solutions.

 Prepaid metering solutions with alternative charging methods to

smart cards and GPRS communication (STS, Bluetooth, Wifi)

 Low Cost Fixed network metering solutions alternative to GPRS and

Ethernet communication (Lora)
 AMR water meter with built in Lora Module (Integrated and Compact
solution, no need to additional retrofittable amr modules)

 Implementing UM1-Lora Modules for AMR-ready water meters.

 New mathematical models for ultrasonic time of flight measurement,
reducing cost and power consumption.

 Ultrasonic - Digital processing of Transmitted & reflected sound

signals, increasing the resolution of the time measurement to 20
picoseconds.

 Eliminating the requirement for discrete Analog Front End and

additional high cost electronic components, resulting a lower cost for
ultrasonic water meters.
 Wireless MBUS (Using FSK, Traditional RF principle for short range
communication)

 Lora (Long Range – Chirp Spread Spectrum fully customizable low

power communication network and meters, with lowest almost-no
communication costs.

 Sigfox (Long Range – Ultra Narrow Band low power communication

network and meters, needs investment for sigfox infrastructure by
local operators, communication costs will be defined by operators in
a similar way like GSM and GPRS.)

 NbIOT (Similar solution like Sigfox, which requires infrastructure and

pricing by local network operators. Hardware similar like GPRS
module)
 Bluetooth (Short range open protocol – mainly used as HMI for data
entering to and/or reading from water meter. Secure only if it is
supported by additional security algorithms such as STS and AES)

 GPRS (internet connection to the meters from the server, directly or

over gateways. In case of direct connection, each meter must have
a built-in Gprs module and a sim card.)

 Wifi (In case of meters are installed within the coverage of a WiFi
network : Access Points, ADSL modems etc) Communication costs
may vary depending on internet service supplier.
 Electronic Meter
Technologies

Prepaid Ultrasonic
AMR Meters
Meters Meters

RF Solutions GPRS Solutions Wired

IoT
Solutions

AK111 AK11 RF AK311 LORA

AK411 RF
AK311 GPRS
AK211 AK311 RF AK411 LORA M BUS
UW GPRS UW RF
AK311 AK411 RF UW LORA
WOLTMAN GPRS UW GPRS MOD BUS
AK 411 UW RF WOLTMAN LORA
IRRIGATION
WOLTMAN
UW MBUS
WOLTMAN RF LORA AMR MODUL

ULTRASONIC RF AMR MODUL AK311 SIGFOX *

UW MOD BUS

RF UV1 VALVE AK311 NB-IoT *

*At design stage

 RF Water Meter Technology

 LoRa Water Meter Technology

 GPRS Water Meter Technology

 Mobile AMR Remote Meter Reading System
* Walk-By * Drive-By

Fixed AMR Remote Meter Reading System (GPRS)

• Basically the system has two types of reading method.
Reading the meters via a handheld computer (PDA)
with a staff, or a computer based system in a vehicle.
• These mobile remote reading devices collect
meter readings and save them to local memory.
• In the municipal water
authority center, the
readings are transferred
to main system from the
handheld terminal.
• Right after the successful
transmission process, the
billing procedure starts.
• As a summary, the system
consists of three main
parts: Water meter, Mobile
Reading Device and the
System Software.
• The AMR Mobile System
utilizes only RF (Radio
Frequency)
communication.
(No need to a GSM/GPRS
operator)
• System includes AMR Meters, Collectors (RF and GPRS) and
Management Software via Internet. Fixed Network System
remotely collects meter data by using RF (Radio Frequency)
and sends them to Central Computer System via GPRS.
 • Receiving the meter readings
• Transmitting readings to central system
• Customer access via internet connection
• Remote control of valves according to latest payment/debt states
• Billing the consumption
No movable parts inside piping system
Higher accuracy with Ultrasonic measurement
Installation in all positions
• Each water meter has its
own serial number in
electronic unit.

• Collected data loaded to

central system computer
according to this
serial number .
• Automatic meter reading with RF (Radio Frequency).

• Works in EU approved 868

Mhz ISM/SRD frequency.
• Great saving from time, fast
and reliable solution.
• Detects illegal interventions
and records by date.
• To get past data with optical
interfacev.
• With RF (Radio Frequency) it is possible
to open and close the valve automatically
• Works in EU approved 868 Mhz
ISM/SRD frequency.
• Automatic opening and closing the
valve, no need to enter the customer’s
house
• Real time clock (IEC 61038 approved)
• Easy installation and operation.
 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

OPERATING
868 MHz
FREQUENCY

MODULATION GFSK

OUTPUT POWER +14 dB

DATA RATE 1,2 - 250 Kbps

COMMUNICATION BIDIRECTIONAL

3,6 V (DC) LITYUM

POWER SUPPLY
BATTERY

BATTERY LIFE 10 YEARS

• Fixed Network System
remotely collects meter
data by using RF (Radio
Frequency) and send
them to Central
Computer System via
GPRS.

• The module utilizes the

license free ISM band of
868 MHZ frequency.
• Each user has a separate login defined by his own username
and password, specifically configuring the system according
to dedicated authorization level.
• Users manage the whole
system as well as meter
states, statistics. Several
rich content reports and
analysis graphics are
provided by the system.
• Capable of Opening or Closing valves remotely.

• Easily watching
the consumer
consumption
data instantly
or daily with
system
database.
• Customers can
manage their own
consumption
records such as
invoice, debts,
payment etc.
from internet with
their passwords.
• System is cost
competitive when
compared to other AMR
technologies.

• Water meter states may

be observed everywhere
regardless of current
location.
 RF Water Meter Technology

 LoRa Water Meter Technology

 GPRS Water Meter Technology

 LoRa™ Technology Modulation

Proprietary Spread Spectrum Technology

• Developed by Semtech Corporation (http://www.semtech.com/)
• Chirped-FM
• Processing gain= increased receive sensitivity
• Enables longer range at expense of lower data rate
 LoRaWAN™ Channels

• License free Sub-GHz Frequencies

• Europe: 868 MHz Band
• Network channels can be freely attributed by the
network operator
• Three mandatory channels that all gateways should
constantly receive:

Modulation Bandwidth (kHz) Channel FSK Nb Duty

Frequency Bitrate or Channels cycle
(MHz) LoRa DR
/Bitrate

Lora 125 868.10 DRO to 3 <1%

868.30 DR5
868.50 /0.3-5
kbps
 LoRaWAN™ Channels

• License free Sub-GHz Frequencies

• North America: 915 MHz Band
• Upstream: 64 channels numbered 0 to 63, ORO to DR3
• Upstream: 8 channels numbered 64 to 71, DR4
• Downstream: 8 channels numbered 0 to 7, DRS to DR13
 What is LoRaWAN™ Network Protocol?

• Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN)

• Bidirectional
• Simple Star Network Topology
• Low data rate Enables simpler network
• Low cost arciJitecrure:
• Long battery life • No repeaters
• No mesh rouring complexiry
• Ideal for:
• Internet of Things (loT)
• Machine-to-Machine (M2M)
• Industrial Automation
• Low Power Applications
• Battery Operated Sensors
• Smart City
• Smart Meter
• Smart Agriculture
LoRaWAN™ Network

Application
Server

Network
Server

Gateways

End-Devices
 How does LoRaWAN™ Technology Work?
Physical Topology

End-Device Gateway Network Application

Server Server

Sub·GHz RF IP IP
 End-Device
• The "Thing" in loT
• Single-hop wireless communication to one or many
Gateway(s).

Host MCU Wireless Module

LoraWAN Protocol

Radio Transceiver

Radio Transceiver

Internet Protocol
Sensors
Application

Actuators UART
 Gateway

• Interface the LoRaWAN RF Network to LoRaWAN

Backend Services
• Data is "passed through" to Servers
• Connected to Network Server via standard IP connection.

Radio Transceiver

Internet Protocol

Internet Protocol

Network Server
IP
 Network Server
• Network Server authenticates data
• If data is addressed to Network Server, data is processed
• Else data will be forwarded to Application Server
• Connected to the Application Server via standard IP
connection.

Application Server
Radio Transceiver

Internet Protocol

Internet Protocol

Internet Protocol
Network Server

IP IP
 Application Server
• Consumer of data
• Application Server decrypts data
• Multiple Application Servers can exist within the same
LoRaWAN Network
Example: Each Application
Server handles specific

Application Server
type of data
Internet Protocol

Internet Protocol
Network Server

Electric Meter
IP
Vending Machine

Smoke alarms
Multiple Application Servers Example

Gateways Network Application

Server Server

Sub-GHz RF
 Security
Logical Data Flow (Programmer's Model)

End-Devices
Gateways Network Application
Server Server

Application
Application

Data Data
End-Device Data Communications (Class A)

Confirmed-Data Message

Gateways Network Application

Server Server
LORA

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AK-311 LORA

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AK-311 LORA
AK-311 LoRa Smart Water Meter
• MID Certificated
• Integrated Lora module-chipset allows both LORA and FSK modulation
• Supports LoRaWAN™and Wireless MBUS Protocols simultaneously
(Optional)
• Supports LoRaWAN™- Class A Protocol
• Supports Wireless MBUS Protocol
• Selectable Frequency Band EU 863-870 Mhz
• Complete management of the water consumption
• Contactless card usage ensures isolation against external affects
• Setting up different tariffs • Suitable for potable water
• IP68 protected electronic circuit and mechanical meter
• Check valve disabling bi-directional water flow
• Sleeve security check and electronic sensor
• 3.6V Lithium battery replaced by local administration
• LCD display with back light
• Suitable for cold water up to 50°C
• All spare parts available, wide range of service network
• Leakage control system, 3 years of warranty

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 AK-411 LORA

No movable parts inside piping system

Higher accuracy with Ultrasonic measurement
Installation in all positions
AK-411 LORA
AK-411 LoRa Ultrasonic Water Meter
• MID Certificated
• Integrated Lora module-chipset allows both LORA and FSK modulation
• Supports LoRaWAN™and Wireless MBUS Protocols simultaneously
(Optional)
• Supports LoRaWAN™- Class A Protocol
• Supports Wireless MBUS Protocol
• Selectable Frequency Band EU 863-870 Mhz
• Complete management of the water consumption
• Contactless card usage ensures isolation against external affects
• Setting up different tariffs • Suitable for potable water
• IP68 protected electronic circuit and mechanical meter
• Check valve disabling bi-directional water flow
• Sleeve security check and electronic sensor
• 3.6V Lithium battery replaced by local administration
• LCD display with back light
• Suitable for cold water up to 50°C
• All spare parts available, wide range of service network
• Leakage control system, 3 years of warranty

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TK Mechanical Water Meter With LORA
TK Series LoRa Smart Water Meter

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TK Mechanical Water Meter With LORA
TK LoRa Smart Water Meter
• Compact design; meter and communication module in the same housing
• Integrated Lora module-chipset allows both LORA and FSK modulation •
Supports LoRaWAN™- Class A Protocol
• Supports Wireless MBUS Protocol
• Supports LoRaWAN™and Wireless MBUS Protocols simultaneously
(Optional)
• Selectable Frequency Band EU 863-870 Mhz
• Power Supply 3.6V Lithium Battery
• MID Certified
• Vacuumed/air-free mechanism suitable for tropical installation conditions
• Electrostatic epoxy painted body made of corrosion-resistant brass alloy
• Multi jet working principle assures a long service time • Suitable for
potable water and cold water up to 50°C
• Low pressure loss, high sensitivity at initial flow
• Special glass with high resistance to pressure and impact
• Star wheels indicator ready for optical pulse read-out • 3 years of
warranty
• Integrated strainer and non-return valve
• Almost no maintenance
• Service and spare parts available for 10 years

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LORA
LORA PANEL AND MANAGEMENT INTERFACE

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LORA
LORA PANEL AND MANAGEMENT INTERFACE

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LORA
LORA PANEL AND MANAGEMENT INTERFACE

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 LoRa vs Standard RF
LORA and Standard RF comparison according to their Gateway Connection Capacities

•In standard RF technology, 1 gateway can connect max. 255 meters

•It can provide an average 1000 meter connection with LORA technology

•According to LORA connection period the meter reading capacity can increase

Gateway Connection Capacity(Meter)

1200

1000

800

600

400

200

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STANDARD RF LORA

Gateway Connection Capacity(Meter)

LORA
LoRa vs Standard RF
Comparison of LORA and Standard RF according to their
Open Area Connection Distances;
•At Standard RF technology open area connection distance is limited with 400 m

•LORA technology can be connected up to 5 km*.

Open Area Connection Distance(km)

6

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STANDARD RF LORA

Open Area Connection Distance(km)

*Distance may vary depending on location and geographical conditions.

LoRa vs Standard RF
Comparison of LORA and Standard RF according to their
Connection Distance at Sattlements;

•At Standard RF technology connection distance in sattlements is limited with 20 - 50m

•LORA technology can be connected up to 2 km*.

Distance – Sattlements(m)
2500

2000

1500

1000

500

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STANDARD RF LORA

Distance - Close Area (m)

*Distance may vary depending on location and geographical conditions.

LoRa vs Standard RF
Comparison of LORA and Standard RF according to their battery life;

•At Standard RF technology battery life is 10 year

•At LORA technology battery life can be 10 year or more.

Battery Life(Year)
12

10

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STANDARD RF LORA

Battery Life (Year)

LoRa vs Standard RF
Comparison of LORA and Standard RF according to their
Network Security;
•Standard RF technology has AES 128 Cryptography

•LORA technology has AES 128 + AES 128 Cryptography

Network Security
2.5

1.5

0.5

0
STANDARD RF LORA

Network Security
 RF Water Meter Technology

 LoRa Water Meter Technology

 GPRS Water Meter Technology

Each meter has own sim
card.

Logs hourly consumption

Data size 2K
The data is encyrpted via
AES(Advanced Encryption
Standard)

Parametric communication
settings(once a day at
01:00 am , twice a month
etc.).

Tamper detection and

instant messsaging.
More than 10 years battery
life

Leakage Warning

Maximum FlowRate Warning

Fire Mode
 INFO SYSTEM SOFTWARE WATER METERS
OF WATER UTILITY

PAYMENT CUSTOMER
VERIFICATION DATABASE

GPRS/WIFI
RF AK-311
CONCENTRATOR

PAYMENT
WEB SERVER
GPRS AK-311

SMART CARD PREPAID AK-311

Web based solution

No installation process

Each user has username and password.

Displays meter data (Meter Number, IMEI Number,
Consumption, etc).

Displays statistical graphics

Allows users to load credit

Open / Close Valve Command

Add / Clear Credit Command

Clear Tamper Command

GPRS Panel Management Interface
*This table is for information about imei number, index,
consumption, credit and valve status of water meter.
*This table is for following the consumption of the consumers.
*The graph shows all consumption indexes of every single water meters.
* This table is for information about status of water meters.
THANK YOU FOR
ATTENTIONS

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