Method and apparatus for disposing a meter register in a default

Details Method and apparatus for disposing a meter register in a default Method and apparatus for disposing a meter register in a default

1991-09-24

1993-12-14

Harvey, Jack B.

Boots, shoes, and leggings

364483, 364492, 324103R, 324116, 324142, G01B 700, G01M 1900

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052709493

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for disposing a meter register in a default mode of operation includes a microcontroller coupled to a programmable non-volatile memory for automatically disposing the meter register in a self-programmed state when the electrical meter containing the meter register is installed for the first time. The self-programmed state is a functional default state and provides a monitoring utility company with accurate customer billing information from the time of installation. Accordingly, a technician responsible for installing the meter in the field need not be familiar with the techniques for programming the meter. If a mode of operation other than the default mode of operation is preferred, the microcontroller can be accessed for disposing the meter in a time-of-use and demand mode of operation or a demand only mode of operation. The microcontroller also provides means for retaining a programmed state of the meter register in the event of a power outage. Thus, when power is again supplied to the meter after an outage, the meter register is again disposed in the last programmed state prior to power failure.

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