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The OPAL Linux Handheld Computer is a versatile device designed for interfacing with electronic tri-vector meters, offering support for multiple protocols such as IEC, ANSI, and PACT. This handheld computer is particularly useful for applications that require spot billing, as it can easily connect to portable printers. With Linux as its operating system, OPAL provides a range of memory options from 128 MB to 16 GB, catering to various data storage needs. Key features include generating electronic reports without manual intervention, thereby reducing errors, and ensuring universal report generation regardless of the meter's manufacturer. Specialists in energy management can leverage this tool for tasks like energy accounting, technical loss calculations, and analyzing industry load patterns. Additionally, OPAL ensures high-speed communication and conforms to the Common DLMS S/W standards. Its accessories, such as impact printers with RS232/Bluetooth interfaces, complement its utility in field applications.

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OPAL is a handheld computer used to download data from electronic tri-vector meters, supporting different protocols like IEC, ANSI and PACT. OPAL can be interfaced with the portable printer for spot billing applications.

OPAL comes with Linux Operating System. It is available in memory sizes ranging from 128 MB to 16 GB.

Electronic Reports for Static Tri-vector Meter data
No manual interventions and error-free reports
Universal report generation irrespective of meter make
Reports affecting activities like energy accounting, technical loss calculations & deriving industry load patterns
HT service meter reports in comparison to the respective feeder Meter data
Consolidated consumer reports for quick reference to higher-level management
High Speed (HS) communication
Complied with Common DLMS S/W

PROCESSOR

ATMEL ARM CORTEX - A5 (SAMA5D36)

CONTROL UNIT

Operating System: Linux Kernel 4.4

Memory

RAM ( DDR2 )- 256MB NAND Flash - 512MB Micro SD Card -16GB

NAND Flash – 512MB,

Micro SD Card -16GB

DISPLAY UNIT

Display: 3.5 inch, 320 X 240 resolution, TFT Display, 15 Lines X 40 Characters

KEYBOARD

Type: Sealed Membrane (Tactile)

Number of Keys: 45 keys (Separate keys for Alphabets and Numbers)

COMMUNICATION

Serial: RS232 - One Port

Ethernet: One Port (Over USB)

BATTERY

Capacity

2600mAh with Fast Charger] 5000mAh (optional)

5000mAh (optional)

PHYSICAL FEATURES

L x W x D: Not exceeding 250 mm x 100 mm x 60 mm

Weight: less than 1 kg

Enclosure: High Strength Moulded ABS

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Temperature Range: 10 Deg to 50 Deg Cel

Storage Temperature Range: 25 Deg to 70 Deg Cel

Relative Humidity: 95% non-condensing

APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT

Sample Code for UART / Optional Port / IrDA / USB / Ethernet GCC Cross Compiler Secure Shell (SSH) for secure communication

GCC Cross Compiler

Secure Shell (SSH) for secure communication