System and method for communication between remote locations

Details System and method for communication between remote locations System and method for communication between remote locations

1997-10-16

1999-11-16

Zimmerman, Brian

Communications: electrical

Continuously variable indicating

With meter reading

34031001, 34087006, 34087007, 37910603, G08B 2300

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059865741

ABSTRACT:
A communication system transmits data between a plurality of locations. The communication system is suitable for use by a utility provider to monitor a plurality of metering devices from a remote location. The communication system in accordance with use by a utility provider to monitor metering devices comprises a control for at least receiving data, a plurality of metering devices arranged in a defined number of metering groups for transmitting data associated with an amount of usage of a utility, and a defined number of concentrators, each operably connected to the control and one metering group for transmission of data between the control and plurality of metering devices.

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